Special thanks to our sponsors:





Also sponsored by:

Japan Association
of New Business Incubation Organizations

Kauffman Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership

Turnstone, a Steelcase Company

Advanced Technology Program

LocalFund

IBM

incubator.com

MBA GlobaNet

The Government of Ontario's Ministry of Energy, Science and Technology

The following optional activities offer more opportunities for networking and fun before and after conference.

City Tour of Toronto
Sunday, April 28
12:15 to 5:30 p.m.

Attend an extracurricular bus tour of Toronto as part of our preconference activities. You'll visit the city from the top of the CN Tower, the world's tallest freestanding structure, and visit Casa Loma, an early-1900s castle. Tour price includes a cocktail at the CN Tower, all admission fees and transportation.
Cost: $72 per person

Networking Dinner
Sunday, April 28
6 to 8 p.m.

Welcome old friends and meet new ones before attending the opening reception. Mix business with pleasure at this event — bring along business cards, Palm Pilots, lessons learned and burning questions that you'd like answered. The tables will be set family-style, and we'll make it easy for you to find a table with people who share your interests in business incubation.
Cost: $50 per person

Take Me Out to the Ball Game
Tuesday, April 30
7 p.m. start

Following the Virtual Visit to Toronto Incubators, head to the Skydome to meet up with colleagues and watch a baseball game. Cheer for your favorite team as the Toronto Blue Jays take on the Texas Rangers at one of the world's most advanced and luxurious ballparks.
Cost: $16 per person

A Night at the Theater
Tuesday, April 30
8 p.m. curtain

Do you love theater or enjoy the music of ABBA? Take advantage of this opportunity to see Mamma Mia!, a production based on the songs of the musical group ABBA. The New York Post describes this show as "irresistible". Experience this outstanding musical at the Royal Alexandra, one of Toronto's most prestigious theaters.
Cost: $48 per person

Niagara-on-the-Lake
Wednesday, May 1
1:45 p.m. to midnight

After the last conference sessions, join NBIA for leisure time at Niagara-on-the-Lake. The tour begins with a stop at one of Niagara's world-renowned wineries, where you will take a private tour and sample award-winning vintages. Visit Niagara-on-the-Lake, dine at the Victoria Park Restaurant and finish the evening exploring Niagara Falls. Tour price includes dinner, all admission fees and transportation.
Cost: $126 per person; dinner included