Introduction Registration Accommodation Toronto Program Sponsors/Exhibitors Canada-China Forum Contact Français Keep me posted Tell a colleague	Welcome to CBIE 2009 Conference NOVEMBER 8-11, 2009 WESTIN HARBOUR CASTLE HOTEL TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA Click here to download the Conference Guide CBIE 2009 CONFERENCE Supporting the education sector in the pursuit of international education initiatives, CBIE offers a first-class conference - packed with the latest developments in international education. Through our conferences, we give voice to national and cross-border issues and priorities in international education. Professional development and networking are a key component of CBIE's annual conference. We offer practical and theoretical sessions on international education in its broadest sense. THEME: Internationalization Effectiveness: Strategies for success As the world confronts deepening economic, environmental, social and political challenges, the need for citizens with a global perspective has never been greater. Educational institutions play a central role in cultivating international awareness and leadership skills for peaceful negotiation and problem-solving. Universities, colleges and schools are engaging in internationalization activities designed to prepare a new generation of global citizens who can contribute to world-wide development, improving the lives of all. They are attempting a range of strategies: developing institutional strategies that engage everyone including institutional leaders; adding new courses and programs, while internationalizing others; identifying regions of interest and building partnerships that engage faculty and students; increasing the international student population as a percentage of total enrolment; improving services for international students and for Canadian students wishing to study abroad; linking with the international community through research and other collaborative initiatives of global importance. At the same time, institutions know that they face a declining local youth cohort, a factor that makes recruiting international students a popular feature of institutional planning. The 2009 CBIE conference will provide the opportunity to reflect on how effective we are at internationalization across the board. It will showcase best practices and recent research. It will offer the opportunity to share ideas and innovations for effectiveness among participants from an array of countries, including many who have existing partnerships with institutions in Ontario and in Canada, and those with an interest in exploring such connections. CONFERENCE HIGHLIGHTS Canada-China Education Partnership Forum with the participation of His Excellency Lan Lijun, Ambassador of China to Canada and Mr. Peter Harder, President of the China Canada Business Council Keynote Address: Dr. James Orbinski Canada-Brazil Roundtable Panel on "Internationalization Effectiveness in a Time of Economic Uncertainty" Networking Breakfast and Address by His Excellency Eugenio Ortega, Ambassador of Chile to Canada THE CBIE CONFERENCE WILL: Connect you to a network of international education professionals in Canada and around the world, with a special focus on China Introduce you to or refresh you on CBIE and how you can get involved Engage you in ongoing dialogue on international education and how to enhance our understanding of the field and our effectiveness Provide you with a range of professional development opportunities Involve you further in international education activities and projects CONFERENCE PARTICIPANTS CBIE conference participants represent the full range of professionals involved in international education. The 2008 conference in St. John's attracted presidents, vice-presidents (academic, international, institutional development), directors, deans and professors, advisers and counselors, coordinators and managers, students, insurance professionals, credential evaluators, government officials, and educational organization officers. Participants reflect all levels and types of education and are drawn from all regions of Canada and the United States, Mexico, Europe, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean, Australia, India and Africa. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CBIE's conference will address international education practice with an array of professional development sessions. Stay posted for workshop announcements! INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION FAIR AND SPONSORS The conference will be enhanced by the presence of exhibitors including service providers, educational institutions, exchange organizers, community organizations, and government departments, all working to increase mobility and ensure that we have the information and resources to make our programs successful. We welcome our exhibitors and thank our sponsors, and we encourage all delegates to meet with them. The International Education Fair will run on Tuesday, November 10 and Wednesday, November 11. Visit our Sponsorship page for a list of confirmed sponsors and sponsorship opportunities still available. CBIE EXCELLENCE AWARDS CBIE honours the recipients of our Excellence Awards at various events during the conference. Developed by the Board of Directors, the Excellence Awards Program recognizes outstanding achievement in the field of international education in a range of specialties. Join us in recognizing the dedication, innovation and leadership of our professionals and institutions. ABOUT US CBIE is a national non-governmental organization comprised of 200 colleges, universities, school boards, educational organizations and businesses. CBIE is dedicated to the internationalization of education and the expansion of educational partnerships between Canada and countries across the globe. For further information, please contact Denis Guertin at dguertin@cbie.ca. © CBIE / BCEI	Français Forum Sponsors Platinum Sponsors Gold Sponsors Silver Sponsors Media Sponsors