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The FEO Annual Conference provides an ideal forum for members to network, exchange ideas, gather insights and hone skills. Get the latest details and register:

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2023 FEO Annual Conference

Celebrate

The conference attracts 250 + festival and event planners from across the province of Ontario with a major tradeshow, an industry recognition Award Program and numerous entertainment auditions.
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2022 FEO Annual Conference

Energize

The conference attracts 250 + festival and event planners from across the province of Ontario with a major tradeshow, an industry recognition Award Program and numerous entertainment auditions.
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FEO AWARDS PROGRAM

FEO recognizes the finest and exemplary festival and event organizations in Ontario. The Award Ceremonies are conducted during the FEO Conference annually.

FEO AWARD ANNOUNCEMENTS

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2023 Top 100 Festivals & Events in Ontario

Learn about hand-made toys that children played with in the early 1800s during an interview with Virginia Stonehouse, costumed historical interpreter at Battlefield House Museum & Park, a Na...

Niagara Falls, Ontario (March 8, 2023) Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO) is proud to announce the 2023 Top 100 Festivals & Events in Ontario. These Top 100 recipients represent festivals an...

Niagara Falls, Ontario (March 8, 2023) Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO) is proud to announce the 2023 Top 100 Festivals & Events in Ontario. These Top 100 recipients represent festivals an...

Niagara Falls, Ontario (March 8, 2023) Festivals and Events Ontario (FEO) is proud to announce the 2023 Top 100 Festivals & Events in Ontario. These Top 100 recipients represent festivals an...

feo hall of fame

Inducted in 2023 Welcome Joanne Robbins from Port Elgin Pumpkinfest to the Festivals and events...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2022 Christine started her career in Richmond Hill in the early 90’s as the Wave Pool...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2022 The festival celebrated its 25th Anniversary in September 2021 and Raya has been...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2022 With the many high-profile events and programs that Lori had to manage each year,...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2022 Through her role as Executive Director for the past 30 years, she has been the...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2020 There would be an absolute void in the Festivals and Events industry if Delores...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2020 Deb is an outstanding mentor, leader and coach. She leads by example in the...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2019 Guy Laflamme was the Director of the Ottawa 2017 year-long calendar of...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2018 Since his first industry experience over 30 years ago he has striven for and...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2018 Maria has held numerous positions in both the not for profit and governmental...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2018 Mike Mueller was an employee at the City of Burlington for nearly 40 years. Mike...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2018 Guy started his career in the tourism industry in 1979. He boasts over 39 years...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2017 Shane Sargant possessed a post graduate diploma in Special Events and a diploma...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2017 Michael began his career working in publicity for a performing arts company in...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2017 Ian McMillan was appointed the first Executive Director of Tourism Sault Ste....
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2016 Judi has worked and volunteered throughout Markham and York Region extensively...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2015 Darren Winger's long history of involvement with FEO and with countless community...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2015 Sarah Wood is the Senior Manager of Events, Programming and Sponsorship...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2014 Responsible for the TD Toronto Jazz Festival, Patrick Taylor serves as Executive...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2014 Gerry’s career has included employment in senior management positions in...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2013 John Thorpe was born in Vancouver and grew up in Oakville, Ontario. He went to...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2012 Employed by the City of Windsor Department of Parks and Recreation for over 35...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2012 Chuck Jackson is the Founder and Artistic Director of the annual Tim Hortons...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2012 Lloyd Grinham has been a volunteer with the Hillside Festival since 1999. Lloyd...
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Inducted in 2011 Mark Monahan is the founder of the Ottawa Bluesfest. Mark fills the role of...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2011 As Program Director of the HFAHC, Lloyd is responsible for for the organization...
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Inducted in 2011 William M. Duron has over 30 years of management experience in the media and...
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Inducted in 2010 Rae dedicated her life as a volunteer for more than 50 years. Rae, with the help...
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Inducted in 2009 Gino Latini has over thirty years of experience in event production, stage...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2009 Shelley’s event industry experiences span over 20 years. Her position as the...
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Inducted in 2009 Peter started working for the City of Hamilton in 1974. His positions included...
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Inducted in 2008 David is currently the Dean of the Hospitality & Tourism Division at Niagara...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2008 Larry is the Executive Director of the Kitchener- Waterloo Oktoberfest. He has...
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Inducted in 2007 Donna began her career in the festivals and events industry in 1985 when she...
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Inducted in 2006 Mr. Johnston, owner of Tom Johnston marketing in London, Ontario was a lifelong...
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Inducted in 2006 Anna was involved with the Association's growth and development in the 90's....
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Inducted in 2005 Cathy Seguin is currently the Manager of Arenas and Facilities with the City of...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2005 Jan, the owner of Alliance Advantage, an event management company was the...
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Inducted in 2004 Doug Little spent many years as the Marketing Manager for the Canadian Tulip...
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Inducted in 2003 Greg Bailey who retired in 2002, was the Manager of the Winter Festival of Lights...
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Inducted in 2003 Mr. Farrow is best known in the festivals and events Industry, as the Recreation...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2003 Thérèse St-Onge (CFEE) recently retired from the National Capital Commission, as...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2002 Dana has worked and contributed his personal time to the festivals and events...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2002 Jim Thomson started his business out of his home and grew it to an international...
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Inducted in 2002 Yvette Ward has dedicated much of her life to making Welland a better place to...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2001 Bill Stewart has made a tremendous contribution to the Festivals industry. First...
Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2001 Before founding his own company, Rhéal Leroux and Associates Inc., Rhéal worked...
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Inducted in 2001 Retired in 2000 as Executive Director of Hamilton's Creative Arts, and the...
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Inducted in 2000 Jaye was appointed Director of Toronto Special Events in 1998. Prior to that, she...
Hall of Fame

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