We are proud to announce that the Agility Connection (TAC) will be organizing the 22nd Agility Association of Canada National Championships at Maxville fairgrounds, Ontario from August 15 to August 18, 2024.
Competitors will be attending from all over Canada. Last year, 340 dogs were entered in the event. Only those dogs who qualified through their Regional Championships will be eligible to attend. The event is open to the public and spectators are welcome to visit.
Dog agility is a very popular sport in Canada. Whether you specialize in fitness, clothing (human and dog!), technology, insurance, health supplements, or food, all are welcome.
Promote your business and come as a vendor, or as a sponsor, or both!
What do we need?
We are looking for sponsors.
Sponsorship can take two forms, either monetary sponsorship or through the provision of podium prizes for our event.
We are looking for clubs or individuals that want to sponsor our junior handlers. Junior Handlers are the future of our sport!
We are looking for vendors who would like to set up a booth and sell their products or services.
We are looking for food vendors. This is a very important service. Our competitors and volunteers need feeding over the 4 days of competition.
What do we offer in return for sponsorship.
- Links and logo on the AAC Nationals Website
- Regular postings on the AAC 2024 Nationals Facebook page
- Publicity in the On-line Competitor Catalog
- Depending on the level of sponsorship – product placement in photo booths and on the podium during the awards ceremony
What do we offer for vendors.
- Booth spaces of 10×10, 10×20 and 10×30 (space rental only, vendors supply their own tent, tables etc.)
- Electricity for an extra charge in select areas
- Links and logo on the AAC Nationals Website
- Regular postings on the AAC 2024 Nationals Facebook page
- Publicity in the electronic Competitor Catalog
You will find more information on the different types of sponsorship and vendor booths below.
For specific questions about sponsorship, please contact aacnationals2024@gmail.com
SPONSORSHIP and VENDOR SPACE
We have several options, from podium sponsors to friends of agility:
| SPONSOR LEVEL | DESCRIPTION | AMOUNT |
|---|---|---|
| PODIUM SPONSOR | ||
| Gold Podium Sponsor (1) | Provides First Prize for all 19 divisions. Value between $80 and $100 per division. Banner displayed in three rings (sponsor to provide banners) Logo on the website Publicity on the Nationals Facebook page. Logo in the competitor catalog | Approx. $1500-$1900 |
| Silver Podium Sponsor (2) | Provides Second prize for all 19 divisions. Value between $60 and $75 per division. Banner displayed in one ring (sponsor to provide banner) Logo on the website Publicity on the Nationals Facebook page. Logo in the competitor catalog. | Approx. $1100-$1400 |
| Bronze Podium Sponsor (3) | Provides Third prize for all 19 divisions. Value between $35 and $50 per division Logo on the website Publicity on the Nationals Facebook page. Logo in the competitor catalog. | Approx. $650 – $750 |
| Junior Stakes Podium Sponsor | Provides prizes (1st to 3rd) for top juniors in two divisions. Banner displayed in Jr Stakes Ring Podium signage. Logo on the website Publicity on the Nationals Facebook page. Logo in the competitor catalogue | $600 |
| EVENT SPONSOR | ||
| Gold Sponsor (3 available) | Banner displayed in three rings (sponsor to provide banners) Logo on the website Publicity on the Nationals Facebook page. Logo in the competitor catalog 10×10 booth included | $1500 |
| Silver Sponsor (6 available) | Banner displayed in one ring (sponsor to provide banner) Logo on the website Publicity on the Nationals Facebook page. Logo in the competitor catalog. 10×10 booth included | $1000 |
| Bronze Sponsor (12 available) | Logo on the website Publicity on the Nationals Facebook page. Logo in the competitor catalog. | $500 |
| FRIENDS OF AGILITY | ||
| Volunteer sponsor | Donations for volunteer food (water, snacks) Donations for volunteer welcome bags (gifts, samples, coupons, bags) – 200 items | |
| Competitor Welcome Bag | Gifts, samples, coupons, bags for the competitor welcome bags (350) | |
| Club Sponsors | Support our efforts with a cash donation! Place an ad in the competitor catalog and on the website! | |
| Junior Handler Supporter | Provide a donation or gifts for all Junior Competitors (15 – 20) | varied |
| VENDORS | ||
| 10×10 | 10×10 with a $50.00 gift donation for prizes* | $150 |
| 20×10 | 20×10 with a $50.00 gift donation for prizes* | $300 |
| 30×10 | 30×10 with a $100.00 gift donation for prizes* | $450 |
| Healthcare Provider | Includes one 10×10 spot* | $150 |
| *Includes space only. Electricity is an extra $40. | ||
| FOOD CONCESSION | ||
| Food Vendor | Deposit required, fully refundable after the event. All Food concessions/vendors must have approval from the Eastern Ontario Health Unit prior to being able to open and sell any products. This request must be submitted before July 12, 2024 https://eohu.ca/files/resources/10814-fs-19e.pdf | $150 |
For Sponsorship and vendors, please fill in the following form https://form.jotform.com/233473784532260
For Food Concessions, please fill in a separate form https://form.jotform.com/240943641051248
You will receive confirmation and an invoice from fso@aac.ca within a couple of days.
Vendor Setup Information
Vendor location assignment is at the sole discretion of the Site Manager. For past vendors/concessions, your previous locations will be considered if requested.
The AAC National Dog Agility Championship will be held in accordance with applicable local public health guidelines at of the time of the event.
Approved Concession/Food Vendor Requirements
All Food concessions/vendors must have approval from the Eastern Ontario Health Unit prior to being able to open and sell any products. Please submit the Special Events- Temporary Food Vendors Notification Form by July12, 2024 by following: https://eohu.ca/files/resources/10814-fs-19e.pdf
Approved Concession/Vendor Information
Check in times:
Thursday, August 15, 2024, from 8:00am to 7:00pm
Check out times:
Sunday August 19, 2024 after 5:00pm
(Vendors may be able to check out earlier on Sunday afternoon once the closing ceremony is completed, but only if this can be done safely and with limited vehicle use on the grounds due to the number of competitors on site.)
Entrance to the Grounds will not be permitted prior to Thursday August 15, 2024 without permission from the Site manager.
All concessions/vendors must be set up by 7:00am on Friday, August 16, 2024.
The EOHU will be onsite on Friday August 16, 2024 at 9:00am for inspection of all food vendors.
There is no guarantee that you will have vehicle access to the site outside of check in and check out times as listed above.
There is no guarantee that you will be able to park your vehicle at your space, all parking must be approved by the Site Manager. For past concessions/vendors, please discuss vehicle parking with the Site manager prior to check in.
For vendors who intend to use serviced sites or non-serviced sites in the on-site camping, you are responsible to make your own reservations and arrangements. There is a place on the registration form to indicate that you wish to be informed when camping opens for reservation.
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