2023 Annual Conference

2023 FSAC Annual Conference
Envision the Future. Engage Others . Deliver Results.


June 7-9, 2023      |      Westin Harbour Castle Hotel & Conference Center      |     Toronto, ON

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4 Keynote Speakers

Enhancing Your Brand & Customer Experience
Tony Chapman

Tony Chapman is one of North America’s leading thought leaders & sought-after speakers on topics like customer engagement, consumerism & future of marketing. He counters the relentless storm of negativity by sharing inspiring stories that celebrate positivity and the possibility despite often challenging circumstances.

"Cover Your Ass"
(yes he just said that!)

Poul Lemasters

Did the title make you uncomfortable? Firing someone; uncomfortable. Handling employee confrontation; uncomfortable. Solving ethical dilemmas; yup - uncomfortable. Poul, funeral director, embalmer and attorney is here to help you get comfortable with uncomfortable situations so you can CYA in your business.


An Inspiring Hour with
FSAC's Honourary Patron
Michaëlle Jean

Michaëlle Jean is the 27th Governor General, Commander-in-Chief of Canada, sworn in on September 27, 2005, for a five-year mandate.  Madam was named as FSAC's first honourary patron in 2022.  A woman of action and vision, Humanistic values, courage, & tenaciousness, optimism and creativity are hallmarks of her character. 

Market Trends
& Potential Disruption

By: Jim Harris

Jim Harris is a leading disruptive innovation speaker who is one of North America's foremost management consultants and thought leaders on change and leadership. Jim Harris is known for his future thinking and is ranked as a best business speaker for managing disruption, innovation and business transformation.

3 EXPERT PANEL DISCUSSIONS


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HUMAN RESOURCES

Culture is the key! Learn from the experts how to recruit and retain high performers.

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HOSPITALITY

Create a memorable hospitality experience and learn what it takes to provide exceptional customer service.

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ONLINE MARKETING

Learn how to increase brand awareness through social media and other online channels in a way that works!


The Famous
Bear Pit Session

"A wonderful place to hear what other funeral professionals are facing in an open forum where we can just talk out solutions."

"It's a fun part of the conference where you sit with your peers, some who you have met before and talk about what matters"

"My favourite part of the FSAC conference. You get answers to things that you didn't even know you had a question for."

"This is the place you learn the trends in our space. You hear what's working and not, and get challenged to try new things. Great event!"

Can't Miss Entertainment!

Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Foodies Night at the Expo
Provincially Inspired Food Stations!

Wednesday, June 7, 2023
100th Anniversary Social Night : Toronto Harbour Cruise with DJ

Thursday, June 8, 2023

President's Banquet
Featuring Duelling Pianos

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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE

**this is a preliminary schedule, subject to change.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7, 2023


9:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Registration

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM - FSAC AGM, Westin Harbour Castel Hotel

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM - Ribbon Cutting and Opening of the Expo

3:30 PM - 7:30 PM - Trade Show & Welcome Reception

8:00 PM - 11:30 PM - Fun Night in the City, Toronto Harbour Cruise with DJ 

THURSDAY, JUNE 8, 2023


9:00 AM - 5:00 PM  Registration 

7:30 AM - 8:45 AM  FSAC Past President’s Breakfast 

7:30 AM - 8:45 AM Trade Show & Continental Breakfast

9:00 AM - 10:00AM - Keynote Speaker - Enhancing Your Brand & Customer Experience by Tony Chapman

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM  Refreshments & Trade Show, Metropolitan Hall

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM  Human Resource Expert Panel

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM  Lunch

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM  FSAC Honourary Patron Keynote - Michaelle Jean

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Customer Service Expert Panel

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM Refreshments & Trade Show

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM  Keynote Speaker - “Cover Your Ass” Yes, He Just Said That by Poul Lemasters

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM  Trade Show

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM  President’s Reception

7:00 PM - 10:30 PM  President's Banquet & Entertainment

* Dave Hemstad (Comedian), Master of Ceremony

* Dueling Pianos, Jack Squat


FRIDAY, JUNE 9, 2023


8:00 AM - 12:00 PM  Registration

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Trade Show & Continental Breakfast

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM  Technology Expert Panel

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM Refreshments & Trade Show

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Bear Pit Session

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM  Closing Lunch

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM  Closing Keynote Speaker - Market Trends & Potential Disruption by Jim Harris


SHOP THE LARGEST FUNERAL SERVICE
EXPO IN CANADA!

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It's been over 3 years since an in-person conference. Get ready to see the latest products and services from 50+ exhibitors, catch up with the companies you know and trust, and meet new ones to keep your firm ahead of the curve with families.

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DAYS WITH YOUR PEERS
IN TORONTO, ON

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& CEUs AVAILABLE

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