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SUMMARY:2026 Optimist AMS&NW District 13 Convention August 6th to 8th in Calgary
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Optimist Members –  “Let’s Taco ‘Bout Optimism – Nacho Average Convention”\nPack your bags and your enthusiasm—because the 2026 AMS&NW District Convention is coming to Calgary\, and it’s more than just a meeting… It’s a mini vacation with purpose! \nCONVENTION DETAILS:  \n\nDATE:   August 6th to 8th\, 2026\nHOTEL:  Hotel 11 – MOD A Sonesta Collection – 11 Freeport Crescent NE\, Calgary\n\n✨ Why You’ll Love It     \n\n🔍 Dive into dynamic\, info-packed workshops\n📣 Get the latest scoop on District happenings\n🤝 Reconnect with Optimist friends—and make brand new ones\n🤠 Get ready to party at our Friday night “Mexican Fiesta” social!\n\nWhether you’re here to learn\, lead\, or laugh\, this convention is your chance to recharge\, reconnect\, and help finish the year strong with optimism soaring! \n \nHOTEL PRICING AND RESERVATIONS:\n\nTraditional King Guestroom (1 bed) – $170.00 CDN – only 50 rooms available\nTwo Queen Guestroom (2 beds) – $190.00 CDN – only 5 rooms available\nBusiness King Suite (1 bed) – $200.00 CDN – only 5 rooms available\n\nRates quoted are in $CDN per room\, based on single or double occupancy\, and include free hot buffet breakfast\, Wi-Fi\, & parking. Rates are subject to 11% in taxes. Rates are valid for stays between August 3rd and August 11th\, 2026\, if you want to take a mini-vacation before or after the convention.  Free cancellation until 4:00 PM\, 1 day before arrival.  Rooms & types are subject to availability. \nIMPORTANT:  Rooms must be booked by July 7th\, 2026\, to guarantee the rate and availability.  There are only 50 Traditional King rooms and 5 Double Queen rooms available on a first-come\, first-served basis.  MAKE SURE TO BOOK EARLY! \nBOOK A ROOM:  Call Hotel 11 at 403‑516‑2266 (from Canada or the U.S.) and request the Group Code: “Optimist District Convention”  You may also book online by entering the Group Code: “080526EEEE_N” on the Hotel 11 website to access the reservation system for this event – click ==>  HOTEL 11 RESERVATIONS WEBSITE  \nMEETING REGISTRATION COST:\n\nEarly Bird Registration (member or companion) – if received by July 7th\, 2026 – $245.00 or $200.00 USD\nLate Registration (member or companion) – if received July 8th or after – $275.00 CDN or $220.00 USD\n\nNote:  The above registration cost includes Friday Mexican Social and Saturday night banquet \nThere are four ways to register and pay:   \n\nComplete an online registration form and pay online with a $CDN or $USD credit card ==> CLICK HERE TO REGISTER AND PAY WITH CREDIT CARD\nComplete a PDF registration form (see below) and mail it along with your cheque (in $CDN or $USD) to Lyle Bennett\, Club Treasurer\, Optimist Club of Calgary\, at 87 McKenzie Lake Manor SE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, Canada T2Z 1Y1.  Cheques can be made payable to “Optimist Club of Calgary”\nComplete the PDF registration form (see below) and email it\, along with your payment (via e-transfer\, $CDN funds only)\, to optimistclubcalgary@gmail.com.\n Complete a PDF registration form (see below) and email it to optimistclubcalgary@gmail.com.  To pay for your registration\, you can do so using a credit card (in $CDN or $USD) by clicking on the “Pay by Credit Card” link here ==>  PAY BY CREDIT CARD\n\nTo access a PDF fillable version of our Convention Registration form\, you can click on the link below\, download and save it on your computer\, and then fill it out and email it using the instructions above. \n2026 Optimist AMS&NW District Convention Registration Fillable Form \nIMPORTANT:   Early Bird registration rates only apply when payment is submitted with your registration by the above deadline. Registration is not confirmed without full payment at the time of registration. \nTICKETS FOR FRIDAY NIGHT MEXICAN SOCIAL ONLY\, OR SATURDAY EVENING BANQUET ONLY: \n\nFriday Night Mexican Social with Food ONLY – $50.00 $CDN or $40.00 $USD\nSaturday Evening Banquet ONLY – $75.00 $CDN or $60.00 $USD\n\nAnyone who is not attending the district meeting but who ONLY wants to attend either the Friday night social or Saturday banquet can do so and can pay with a $CDN or $USD credit card by clicking on the following link ==>  BY FRIDAY SOCIAL OR SATURDAY BANQUET TICKETS ONLY WITH CREDIT CARD \n  \nTENTATIVE MEETING AGENDA:\n\nTHURSDAY – 8:00 AM to 4 PM – Incoming (New) Lieutenant Governor Training\nTHURSDAY – 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM – District Executive Meeting\nTHURSDAY – 4:00 pm to 7:00 PM – Meeting Registration – Lobby\nTHURSDAY – 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM – Optional Member Dinner – Hotel Restaurant\nTHURSDAY EVENING – 7:00 PM to 11 PM – Informal Member “Meet and Greet” – Hotel Restaurant/Lounge\nFRIDAY – 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM – Meeting Registration – Lobby\nFRIDAY – 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM – All-day Member Meeting & Workshops – Main Ballroom\nFRIDAY – 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM – Incoming Club President Training – Meeting Room TBA\nFRIDAY – 11:00 am to 4:00 PM – Companion Tour – details to be announced soon\nFRIDAY – 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM – Incoming Secretary / Treasurer Training – Meeting Room TBA\nFRIDAY EVENING SOCIAL – 6:00 PM to 11:30 PM – “Mexican Fiesta” Themed Party – Main Ballroom\nSATURDAY MORNING – 8:00 AM to NOON – Member Meeting – Main Ballroom\nSATURDAY AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES:  More details will be announced soon\nSATURDAY EVENING – 6:PM to 7:00 PM:  Cocktails – Main Ballroom\nSATURDAY EVENING – 7:PM to 11:30 PM:  Formal Banquet and Socialising – Main Ballroom\n\nINFORMATION ABOUT THE HOTEL:\nHotel 11 in Calgary is a standout choice for the Optimist AMS&NW District Convention—modern\, stylish\, and packed with features that make every guest feel like a VIP. \nHotel 11\, located just minutes from the Calgary International Airport\, is a sleek and contemporary property designed for comfort\, convenience\, and a little indulgence. Guests love its polished\, modern aesthetic and the warm\, welcoming atmosphere that makes it feel more like a boutique retreat than an airport hotel.  One of the hotel’s most impressive features is its 24‑hour pool and hot tub\, giving Optimist members the freedom to unwind whenever it suits their schedule. Early risers can enjoy a peaceful morning swim\, while night owls can slip into the hot tub after a full day of convention activities. This around‑the‑clock access adds a luxurious\, resort‑style touch that sets Hotel 11 apart from typical event accommodations. \nInside\, the rooms are spacious\, stylish\, and thoughtfully designed for comfort—perfect for recharging between meetings\, workshops\, and social events. The hotel also offers convenient on‑site dining\, excellent service\, and easy access to major routes. Its proximity to the airport is ideal for out‑of‑town delegates\, while still offering a quiet\, relaxing environment away from the bustle. \nFor the Optimist AMS&NW District Convention\, Hotel 11 delivers the perfect blend of comfort\, convenience\, and modern amenities. It’s a place where attendees can gather\, relax\, and enjoy a memorable Calgary experience—day or night\, in or out of the pool.  For more information about the hotel\, CLICK HERE. \nCOME TO THE MEETING … AND STAY FOR A ‘MINI-VACATION’.  YOU DESERVE IT!\nCome a few days before the meeting\, or stay after and take advantage of the above room rates\, which are valid for any night between August 3rd and 11th\, 2026. \n\nVisit Calgary – there are lots of great shopping (i.e.\, CrossIron Mills Outlet Shopping) and sightseeing opportunities close to the hotel\, including the Calgary Zoo\, TELUS Sparks Science Centre\, Heritage Park & Automobile Museum\, Studio Bell National Music Centre\, and Calgary Tower – just to name a few!  Go for a bite to eat\, drink\, or shop along the 17th Avenue Retail and Entertainment District\, or the Kensington Entertainment District.  You could also check out some of the over 40 Craft Breweries in Calgary.\nVisit Drumheller\, Alberta (1.5 hours east of Calgary) – the world-renowned Royal Tyrrell Museum in Drumheller (Alberta) is Canada’s only museum dedicated exclusively to the science of palaeontology\nVisit Banff – take a day trip to Banff (1.5 hours west of Calgary).  There is an incredible amount to see and do around the town of Banff\, including Bow Falls\, Sulphur Mountain Gondola\, Lake Minnewanka\, Tunnel Mountain Drive\, Cave and Basin\, Banff Hot Springs\, Banff Springs Hotel\, and much more!\nVisit the Canadian Rockies – take a two or three-day trip and visit Banff\, the Bow Valley Parkway\, Lake Louise\, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise\, and the Victoria Glacier (at the back of Lake Louise).  In addition\, you could take a drive up the Columbia Icefields Parkway and see Bow Lake\, Bow Glacier\, Crowfoot Glacier\, and Peyto Lake Viewpoint.  This trip would require one or two nights of accommodation in Canmore\, Banff\, or Lake Louise.\n\nFor more information about what to do around Calgary\, Drumheller\, Banff\, and the Canadian Rockies\, download the following PDF brochure document by clicking on the link below: \nShopping and Sightseeing Opportunities Around Calgary\, Drumheller\, Banff\, Canadian Rockies \n  \nSee you on August 6th! \n   \n \n  \n 
URL:https://optimistyyc.org/event/2026-district13-convention/
LOCATION:Private: Hotel 11 – Sonesta Collection\, 11 Freeport Cres NE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T3J 0T4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Member activities,Member meetings,Optimist event,Scholarship Opportunities,Social Activity
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