Gala

Canadian Premier International Education Awards

S e p t emb e r 22, 2016

Shaw Cen t r e - Tr i l l i um Ba l l r o om

Ot tawa , Canada

Event Program

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The CPIEAs

INTRODUCTION

We should all have an interest in international

education. According to a Canadian Bureau of

International Education (CBIE) report the number of

“internationally mobile” students in 2014 was 5 million,

with this number expected to reach 7 million by 2022.

IMPACT

In Canada, approximately $8 billion is derived annually

from international student expenditures, while also

creating over 81,000 jobs and generating more than

$445 million in government revenue, according to the

CBIE.

IMPORTANCE

The economic benefits are clear, but there are

others. Global Affairs Canada states, “By engaging in

international education, Canada advances its own

public diplomacy goals and prosperity while supporting

the growth of the global knowledge economy.”

FIRST OF ITS KIND

It’s against this multi-layered backdrop of education,

culture and economics that the Canadian Premier

International Education Awards (CPIEAs) were born.

ThE CPIEA VISION AND MISSION

With a vision of “A World Where Education is Valued

and Celebrated,” and a mission “To Recognize the

People Who Make Education Their Mission,” the

CPIEAs highlight the efforts and dedication of those

effecting positive change in the industry.

hOW ThE CPIEAS WORK

The CPIEAs recognize Awardees and Winners in seven

categories.

Group One

Awardees are selected by the CPIEAs committee and

approved by an independent judging panel after

extensive research into their programs, policies and

activities. Recipients are awarded according to their

participation and initiatives in global education.

Group Two

The CPIEAs are proving to have a deep spirit of

generosity through their Student Category. Each year, the

four Gold winners of Group Three select four deserving

students to receive educational scholarships to study

abroad. Through this category the CPIEAs are giving back

and remain dedicated to transforming, lives, forever.

Group Three

Recruiters are divided into four tiers:

Agency of the Year (10 or More Educational Consultants)

Small Agency of the Year (5-9 Educational Consultants)

Dynamic Agency of the Year (1-4 Educational Consultants)

New Agency of the Year (2-5 Years in Business)

These four tiers are selected through an extensive

application and judging process. The Gold, Silver

and Bronze winners of the above four tiers are then

announced at the annual CPIEAs gala.

Group One

Businesses

Government

Educational Associations

Schools

Recruiter Associations

Group Two

Students

Group Three

Recruiters

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The Program

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Welcome Reception

Introduction to Evening

Master of Ceremonies

CPIEAs Innovator Speech

Aly Rajab, President & CEO, CLLC

Dinner

Student Category

Awardees Category

Recruiter Category

What is Next?

Celebratory Dance

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2015M e m o r i e s

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2016 CPIEA JUDGE

2016 CPIEA JUDGING ChAIR

2016 CPIEA JUDGE

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Joe is a Partner with the law firm McInnis Cooper, situated

in Halifax, Nova Scotia. His diverse portfolio includes

corporate finance and specialized areas such as international

transactions, Euro-currency borrowing and lending,

privatization, and mergers and acquisitions.

Joe is recognized on the Best Lawyers in Canada and

Lexpert Magazine’s Leading Practitioners lists for his

accomplishments in banking law and corporate law (finance).

He also holds a prestigious AV rating from Martindale-

Hubbell.

Prior to joining BDC in 2006, Harry oversaw his own

successful business consulting practice, and gained over 25

years of experience in a broad range of consulting services to

small and medium sized businesses.

He was also a specialist in business turnarounds and

restructuring. Currently, Harry works extensively with small

and medium-sized businesses, identifying “Constraints” that

prevent them from achieving their optimal performance.

Peter MacLellan is Principal and owner of RAEBERRY

Communications, a communications management

consultancy.

Peter has an extensive background as a corporate consultant,

educator, media analyst, writer and speaker. He served a term

as Director of Communications for the Nova Scotia Premier’s

Office.

Peter MacLellan - Principal and Owner RAEBERRY

harry Cook - Senior Manager (retired) BDC Consulting Services

Joseph MacDonald - Partner McInnes Cooper

The Judging Panel

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Gonzalo Peralta Executive Director of Languages Canada

Educational Associations Category

h.E. Ambassador Naif Bin Bandir AlsudairySaudi Arabian Ambassador to Canada

Business Category

The Right honourable Justin Trudeau Prime Minister of Canada

Government Category

2016

CPIEAs Awardees

In recognition of the Liberal Government’s efforts to enhance

Canada’s global reputation as an open society, supporting middle

class businesses, lifting Mexican visa requirements, and doubling the

number of the Canadian visa offices in China.

In recognition of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for investing $10 billion

in the 15,000 Saudi students who have studied in Canada over the last

decade, as well as financially and culturally supporting the education

of 120,000 students studying in 30 countries across the globe.

In recognition of Languages Canada’s efforts to represent its 225

members nation-wide, who generate $1.5 billion in export revenue for

the economy, supporting Syrian refugees with 15,500 donated study

weeks from members, and showcasing Canada as the top destination

for English and French language education.

1) Bert Vercamer General Manager of Sentio, Global Education Network - USA

2) Angy Vinueza Member of COICEC - Ecuador

Recruiter Associations Category

In recognition of COICEC’s mandate to support and promote its

agencies, and therefore Ecuadorian youth, through a cohesive

strategy of local and international training for members, a strict Code

of Ethics, and a spirit of cooperation.

In recognition of Sentio’s efforts as a non-profit organization

dedicated to promoting intercultural learning for 1000’s of students

world-wide and its work to help them develop the knowledge, skills

and understanding needed to create a more just and peaceful world.

Photo credit: Justin Trudeau via Foter.com / CC BY-NC-SA

Photo credit: BC Gov Photos via Foter.com / CC BY-NC-ND

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Group One

Dr. Roseann O’Reilly RuntePresident of Carleton University

School Category

In recognition of Carleton University’s dedication to international

education, global affairs, and its concerted efforts to highlight and

publicize the plight of Ugandans through its “Uganda Collection.”

To learn more about the CPIEAs Student Category please go to

www.CPIEA.com/students

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Group Two

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2016 Sponsor

The CPIEAs Student Category is the heart of the CPIEAs.

With study abroad scholarships generously provided

by sponsors, the aim is to make a global impact and

positively transform the lives of students we touch.

Sponsorship Coverage

Application Fees

General English Tuition

Flight Tickets

Homestay Applicaiton Fees

Homestay

Taxi Service

Textbooks

ID Card

Medical Insurance

Spending Money

Public Transportation Pass

2016 RECIPIENTS

Abdulrazaq Althobaiti

Daria Buniakina

hector Ballesteros

Jean Frances Pesse

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Dynamic Agency of the Year

Owner: Verony hoppner

Best Course

Spain

DRI Viagens

Owners: Luiz Antonio Fonseca de Godo & Maria Tereza Carmim de Godoy

Brazil

Londonhelp4U

Owner: Francine Mendonca da Silva

United Kingdom

Owners: Angela Fan & Ailie Fan

Study Links

United Kingdom

Cultura Global

Owner: Derci Jardim

Brazil

Owner: Mohammad Taksayeh

International Media of Thought

Iran

RIKS Education Agency

Owners: Azimjon Khusanov & Zumrad Khamidova

Uzbekistan

Group Three

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New Agency of the Year

Owner: Salman Fahad

Ambassador

Pakistan

Language Kingdom

Owners: Adrian Fernandez Mier & Ramon Villa Menendez & Silvia Diaz Queipo

Spain

Progreso en Canada

Owner: Luis Araque

Canada

Yaicos

Ireland

Owners: Khristian Rueda & Adriana Goncalves

Artemus

Owners: Joy Gopee & Pamela Gopee

Mauritius

Migrants Advisory

Owner: Tanwa Talabi

Nigeria

Tutor You

Italy

Owner: Alessia Cremona

Group Three

Small Agency of the Year

AcademConsult

Owner: Irina Sledyeva

Russia

Columbus School

Owner: Maria Guadalupe Paz Uribe

Mexico

ISAW

Owners: Isenia Molina & Indriana Molina

Venezuela

Owner: Benjamin Castro

You Can Learn

Mexico

CCI Brasil

Owners: Eduardo Pithon & Kamil Daiha

Brazil

Extudia

Owners: Camilo Clavijo & Felipe Garces

Colombia

Owner: Mariana Cardoso

Trust Intercambio

Brazil

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Group Three

Owners: Jose Luis del Valle & Renan herrera & William herrera

Estudiantes Embajadores

Mexico

Colombia

Owner: Juan Camilo Gutierrez

Viajes y Viajes

Owner: Gideon Edomwandagbon

Eduabroad

Nigeria

Owner: Mohammed Nimrawi

IGEC

Saudi Arabia

Executive Director: Ben MacKeil

Ad Astra

Mexico

Canada

Owner: Gursharan Kandra

CIAS

Owner: Andrea Palacios

Blue Studies International

Australia

Agency of the Year

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Group Three

Premier

Premier

Platinum

2016 Sponsors

Innovator

Toronto - Ottawa - Halifax

Changing Lives, One Student At A Time

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Why Become a Sponsor?

The Opportunity

As of 2016 the CPIEAs remain an innovator within

international education. They are the future, and this

is why you should become a CPIEAs sponsor.

The Benefit

CPIEAs sponsorship is designed to dramatically

increase your market presence and brand visibility

locally and internationally.

The Why

In Canada, international students generate $8 billion

annually. They also contribute to the creation of over

81,000 jobs and generate more than $445 million

in government revenue according to the Canadian

Bureau of International Education.

To remain competitive and relevant, exposing

yourself to such a wonderful opportunity is the right

decision.

Contact event@cpiea.com to learn more.

To inquire about 2017 sponsorships please visit

www.CPIEA.com

S p o n s o r e d b y

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I n n o v a t i o n w i t h I n t e g r i t y

Congratulations to the 2016

Canadian Premier International

Education Awards

Winners and Awardees.

The Canadian Premier International Education

Awards thank CLLC and honoured guests for

supporting the 2016 CPIEAs

If you are interested in applying, please visit

www.CPIEA.com and download the application.