Imagine Marine Conference Sponsorship Packages

The Canadian Marine Careers Foundation is pleased to announce that the Imagine Marine Conference will return for its second year on October 7 & 8, 2025, in Ottawa, Ontario, uniting leaders from the public and private sector to address workforce and skills challenges in the marine transportation sector. Following a successful first year that brought together 160 industry stakeholders from across the country, Imagine Marine Conference 2025 will build on this momentum under the theme Solutions & Actions: Building Our Future Marine Workforce. This event will provide opportunities to learn, contribute to and guide the development of strategies that will shape the marine transportation workforce of the future.


Please stay tuned for more conference information and program details.


Why Become a Sponsor?


Showcase your commitment to the sustainable growth of the Canadian marine industry and its current and future workforce. By partnering with us, you're not just supporting a single event; you're investing in the Canadian Marine Careers Foundation’s mission to develop solutions that help build a diverse, inclusive, and future-ready workforce for the Canadian marine industry.


  • Build meaningful relationships and contribute to the workforce/training conversation with industry leaders.
  • Gain valuable insights into market trends and workforce developments through panel discussions, workshops, and interactive sessions.
  • Gain exposure to relevant audiences through promotional efforts before, during, and after the event.

Sponsorship Tiers


Gold Sponsorship [$6,000]

Elevate your organization's visibility and influence as a premier supporter.


  • 2 complimentary conference admissions, including cocktail reception access
  • Special recognition in opening and closing remarks
  • Logo on event materials including banners and program.
  • Logo on special Gold sponsor slide during conference
  • Mention with logo and link on social media
  • Logo in pre-conference communications (newsletter and email blasts)
  • Logo on event website
  • First-option to have exhibit table

Silver Sponsorship [$4,000]

Be a key supporter through our Silver Sponsorship package.


  • 1 complimentary conference admission, including cocktail reception access
  • Special recognition in closing address
  • Logo on Sponsors Thank You slide during conference
  • Mention with logo on social media
  • Logo in pre-conference communications (newsletter and email blasts)
  • Logo on event website

Bronze Sponsorship [$2,000]


  • Logo on Sponsors Thank You slide during conference
  • Logo in pre-conference communications (newsletter and email blasts)
  • Logo on event website

Special Sponsorship Packages


Day 1 Lunch [$5,000] (exclusive)


  • Special Recognition by Emcee before lunch
  • Logo on Slide before Lunch
  • Recognition in program as Lunch Sponsor
  • Logo on event website
  • Option to display visual branding during sponsored mealtime (bring your own roll-up banner next to buffet)
  • Option to provide small-branded item at tables.
  • Mention with logo on social media

Networking Reception [$5,000] (exclusive)

Foster new and valuable connections among attendees by sponsoring our networking reception.


  • Special Recognition at end of Day 1 closing remarks
  • Exclusive branding throughout cocktail reception (bring your own roll-up banners)
  • Logo in pre-conference communications (newsletter and email blasts)
  • Logo on event website
  • Opportunity to provide sponsored branded cocktail napkins/coasters (supplied by sponsor)
  • Opportunity to provide a small gift to attendees (supplied by sponsor)

Breakfast [$3,000] (2 available)

Sponsor a breakfast to help keep attendees energized!


  • Logo in conference communications (newsletter and email blasts)
  • Recognition in program next to Breakfast.
  • Logo on event website
  • Option to display visual branding during sponsored mealtime (supplied by sponsor)
  • Mention with logo on social media

Coffee Break [$2,500]

Be a caffeine hero. Keep the coffee and tea flowing by sponsoring our break segments.


  • Exclusive branding at the refreshment station(s) for the duration of the event
  • Logo on event website and LinkedIn banner

WiFi [$3,000] - SOLD OUT!

Help attendees “stay connected” by sponsoring the event’s WiFi network.


  • Logo on event website and LinkedIn banner
  • Mention with logo on social media
  • Logo on any onsite communications related to WIFI code (i.e. tabletop tent card, at registration desk, etc.)

Attendee Lanyards [$1,500]

  • Exclusive branding on each lanyard
  • Logo on event website and LinkedIn banner

EXHIBITOR BOOTHS


Tables and two chairs to be provided by venue


Benefits for exhibitors

  • Enhance your brand’s visibility throughout the conference
  • Showcase your organization’s products or services
  • Connect with event attendees from across the country
  • Multiple opportunities for exposure exhibiting in breakfast, lunch, and break area: high traffic zone with all attendees present

Customization


The CMCF is open to negotiating and customizing sponsorship packages to fit the needs and interests of individual sponsors.



For Information and to Secure a Sponsorship Please Contact:

Anna Hogarth, Communications Manager

ahogarth@imagine-marine.ca

438-356-6299


Payment Methods Accepted


An invoice will be provided with payment instructions by Cheque and Electronic Transfer Funds.


Land Acknowledgment


The Canadian Marine Careers Foundation respectfully acknowledges that this event will take place on the traditional, unceded, and unsurrendered Territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin Nation. Ottawa, situated on the banks of the Ottawa River, holds deep historical and cultural significance for the Indigenous peoples who have stewarded this land since time immemorial. We recognize the enduring connection of the Anishinaabe Algonquin Nation to these waters and express our gratitude for the opportunity to gather, learn, and collaborate on this land.



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