CDECA VOLUNTEERS needed

(CDECA members-only)

A  opportunity has been extended to us.

 

Our Homes is having
a DECOR DAY
– MAY 1st at the Nepean Sportsplex, Time: 9-5  

 

AND THEY WOULD LIKE US TO OFFER on the Decor day to all their attendees an opportunity to speak and ask questions with CDECA professional decorators/designers about how they make their homes more beautiful.  The venue would be similar to when we participate in the design shows and offer the “Ask a CDECA™rator!   This is an excellent way to network in the local Ottawa market.

We are looking  for CDECA members who can offer part of the  day.  The plan is to slot people in a morning or afternoon time slot  so please  let Kim know which of the two will work for you.   SO what you need  to do is send an email to Kim @  kimberly.koa@sympatico.ca to let know her availability as she is coordinating the day and will provide you with further details.

 

CDECA Volunteers Needed

(CDECA members-only)

A opportunity has been extended to us.

 

Our Homes is having
a DECOR DAY
– MAY 1st at the Nepean Sportsplex, Time: 9-5  

 

AND THEY WOULD LIKE US TO OFFER on the Decor day to all their attendees an opportunity to speak and ask questions with CDECA professional decorators/designers about how they make their homes more beautiful.  The venue would be similar to when we participate in the design shows and offer the “Ask a CDECA™rator!   This is an excellent way to network in the local Ottawa market.

We are look for CDECA members who can offer some time that day.  The plan is to slot people in a morning or afternoon time slot  so please  let Kim know which of the two will work for you.   SO what you need  to do is send an email to Kim @  kimberly.koa@sympatico.ca to let know her availability as she is coordinating the day and will provide you with further details.

 

Don’t Miss Decor Day

Round Table Discussion

Monday April 4 ,2016

Our next round table discussion has been organized and we hope to see you there!   This discussion will focus on sharing Trade Resources.  In addition, Deborah Casey will brief us on upcoming CEU requirements.   You are welcome to bring your lunch.  Tea, coffee and hot chocolate will be available. Location: Marchand Electric, 1283 Algoma Road  Date: Monday, April 4th, Time: 1:00 – 3:00pm Please RSVP to Debbie MacIsaac Ottawa Chapter Member   debbiemacisaac@rogers.com

Introducing BainUltra to the CDECA Ontario Chapters-NCR location info

Introducing BainUltra to the  CDECA Ontario Chapters With a CEU Seminar on WHY THERAPEUTIC MODALITIES SHOULD BE INTEGRAL TO BATHROOM DESIGN  NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION CHAPTER Thursday, November 19th 2015 Registration & Networking 11:30-12:00 p.m. Presentation 12:00-1:00 p.m. Location: Astro Design Center 1818 Woodward Drive Ottawa, ON K2C 0P7 RSVP: Alannah Saikaley  Alannah@astrodesigncentre.com Please RSVP to the chapter event you will be attending by November 2nd 2015 Copyright © 2015 Canadian Decorators’ Association, All rights reserved.  You are or have recently been a member of the Canadian Decorators’ Association.

2015 Ottawa Fall Home Show – SPECIAL OFFER

Dear CDECA member,

 OHGS CDECA – Letter 2015

(click above)

The Ottawa Fall Home Show is fast approaching; just two weeks remain before we open the doors! We are very excited to present what we are expecting to be the best produced fall home show Ottawa has seen! Our goal is to make the show a focal point in design, décor and other home related projects.

Looking for additional tickets?

Contact Sarah Girard at 613.667.0509 ext. 230 for discounts and complimentary ticket plans

Please do not hesitate to contact our team directly for further information.

I hope that your members enjoy the show!

Kindest Regards,

Robert Johnstone, Show Manager

613.667.0509 ext. 222

rjohnstone@expomediainc.com

DON’T MISS – PD day

 

Friday, June 19th, 2015 8:30am-4:15pm Southway Hotel, Ottawa 2431 Bank St., Ottawa, ON, K1V 8R9 STUDENTS WELCOME! (Student Rate $80) Be sure to join us for a full day of inspiration, information, and practical advice to improve your business. There will be lots of opportunities to network with fellow decorators and designers and to visit our affiliate vendor showcase. HEELS AND HAMMERS: WHAT YOU WANT TO ASK A CONTRACTOR WHEN YOU DONT KNOW WHAT TO ASK Sharri Fermoyle, an experienced professional in sales, construction and design, will give you tips and tools to create and maintain effective and productive relationships with your contractors. This in turn will build your clients’ confidence and help you grow your business. LIBERATE YOUR CREATIVITY Irene Staron, Interior Designer and Principal at STARON design, which was voted BEST OF HOUZZ 2015 for Service, will demonstrate how to break through creative blocks, incubate innovative ideas and inspire your creative confidence. Using images curated from recent travels to Florence, Venice, and Lake Como she will show you how to expand your visual vocabulary, uncover emerging trends and develop a unique signature style. SOCIAL MEDIA FOR YOUR BUSINESS Shelley True, President of TRUEdotDESIGN will discuss the use of social media to enhance your business in terms of strategy, branding, awareness, and fostering loyalty and building business through personal connections. She will demonstrate using actual applications of social media strategy via a variety of platforms and applications. PROTECTING YOU & YOUR CLIENTS Neil Felder, a registered insurance broker who knows the needs of design businesses, will help you to explore and choose what insurance coverage and strategies you need to manage your risks and to protect your business, yourself, and your clients. Neil is the Programs Business Development Manager at LMS PROLINK Ltd., which has managed the CDECA Professional Liability insurance program for over 8 years. Student Fee $80 + HST Member Fee $ 100 + HST Non-member Fee $125 + HST Register Now! (For fast registration, members can login to CDECA.com, go to Profile & Payments and click the “Make a Payment Button) Fee includes light breakfast, lunch and refreshments throughout the day. Complimentary Parking   Please share this invitation with your trade friends and colleagues who would be interested in joining us! CDECA is offering members a CDECA credit of $10 for each non-member registered as a result of your referral.   A $20 CDECA credit will be granted to any non-member attendee who joins CDECA by July 31, 2015   Cancellation Policy – Refunds are available up to June 11th. A $20 cancellation fee will apply. Please contact the CDECA office toll free 1-866-878-2155.   Future Events – Non-Members who cannot attend but would like to receive notification of future events, please click here.  Copyright © 2015 Canadian Decorators’ Association, All rights reserved.  You are or have recently been a member of the Canadian Decorators’ Association.  Our mailing address is: Canadian Decorators’ Association 10 Morrow Avenue Suite 202 Toronto, On  M6R 2J1 Canada

Seminar on Microsoft OneNote Feb 13, 2015

Use it anywhere: Your notes travel with you on your computers, tablets and phones. (APPLE or ANDROID too) Get OneNote for any of your devices or use it on the web.

Work together: Get things done with your clients, suppliers and colleagues. Share your notebooks with others for viewing or editing.

Keep it together: Use OneNote at home, office or on the road to capture thoughts, ideas and to-do’s. Find all your notes quickly and easily.
Come and learn more about Microsoft’s free OneNote application. Trainer Josh Martin from Microsoft will be demonstrating the program and providing us with tips to use it most effectively in our businesses.

Following the formal presentation Josh will also be available to answer questions on Microsoft’s line-up of devices including a short demonstration of the new Surface Pro 3 Tablet.

As the event is scheduled over the lunch hour, please feel free to bring your own lunch, or you can purchase something at the Boone/Mondeau café.

This event is free for all CDECA members and $5 at the door for all non-members. Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 11 to:NCRinfo@cdeca.com.

If you are unable to attend and wish to be informed about future Ottawa area CDECA events, please click here.

BOONE / MONDEAU Event

Registration extended to TODAY — Friday! CDECA National Capital Region Chapter… Invites CDECA members and guests to an inspirational and informative event at our newest Affiliate Member BOONE PLUMBING AND HEATING INC.  / MONDEAU BATHROOM AND KITCHEN Tuesday, November 25 2014 9:00 am – 11:30am 1282 Algoma Rd, Gloucester, ON K1B 3W8 (613) 746-7072 www.mondeau.ca Light refreshments will be available Mondeau has been a trusted bathroom and kitchen brand since 1997 when it was formed as a division of Boone Plumbing.  As the region’s leading supplier of bathroom and kitchen plumbing products, they have the widest and latest selection for every budget. They are wholly dedicated to helping you find the solution you need—and to ensuring the process is pleasant and hassle-free.  Best of all Mondeau offers CDECA members an opportunity to join their unique Designer Program. This event is free for all CDECA members and $5 at the door for all non-members. PleaseRSVP by Friday, November 21 to ncrinfo@cdeca.com If you are unable to attend and wish to be informed about future Ottawa area CDECA events, please click ncrinfo@cdeca.com (Please do not reply directly to this e-mail) Copyright © 2014 Canadian Decorators’ Association, All rights reserved. You are or have recently been a member of the Canadian Decorators’ Association.

2014 PD day – what a success!!!