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Join us for a one-day, high energy Creators Camp focusing on creating marketing content that clicks and converts! A day of insight, inspiration and actionable strategies.
Ready to take the guesswork out of marketing? It doesn’t need to be complicated and you don’t have to tackle it alone. Whether you are a small business owner, entrepreneur, on non-profit leader, this one day marketing camp is designed with you in mind. This isn’t about buzzwords and big budgets - it’s about real, practical tools you can start using right away. Connect, collaborate and leave with fresh ideas, helpful resources and the confidence to market your mission. Marketing in the North relies on connections and creativity and we want to create the space to make that happen! Marketing the north for the north and by the north.
Why is it called a ‘Creators Camp’ - why not call it a one day conference?
- It feels more fun and casual: Camp suggests an informal, energetic, and collaborative vibe - where people roll up their sleeves and do stuff, not just listen
- Community over corporate: Camp implies bonding, shared experiences and a sense of community.
- Encourages risk and experimentation: At Camp you try new things - perfect for a creator-centric event.
Event Goals:
- Design and create a one day marketing Creators Camp that will provide actionable marketing strategies and tools for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and non-profit leaders in Northeast British Columbia and Northwest Alberta.
- Connect with local & regional marketing professionals creating a network that can assist you in driving your business forward.
- Showcase some inspiring businesses who are doing it right!
Target Audience:
- Small business owners including Agricultural operations, entrepreneurs, non-profit managers, communication teams (see FAQ for more detail)
Key Features:
- Educational sessions featuring regional marketing leaders
- Hands-on workshops
- Tangible take-Aways (sizing sheets, best practices and more)
- Networking opportunities
- Sponsor activations
Expected Attendance: 175 Attendees
Registration price: $133.00/each (includes all taxes & fees)
Registration Includes:
- All Sessions & take home material
- Continental breakfast during registration
- Breaks, lunch & post event function
Marketing the North is for anyone who uses traditional marketing strategies including social media and digital marketing to grow a business, build a brand, or reach an audience. Whether you are a solo entrepreneur, on the board of a not for profit, part of a marketing team or leading strategy for a business or brand - this event will give you new tools, trends and tactics to level up your presence.
Do I need to be a marketing professional to attend?
Not at all. If you manage your own social media, run a blog, create content, or engage with customers either online or in person, you will get value from this Creators Camp.
Who is this conference for?
- Marketing & social media managers
- Entrepreneurs and small business owners
- Non-profit society managers or executive directors
- Content creators, influencers and podcasters
- Freelancers & digital marketing consultants
Who else should attend?
- Discover new tools and tactics that can help you improve campaign results and reach your audience more efficiently
- Learn from local industry experts who understand the local market and can directly inform your campaign strategy, plan, audience engagement and implementation.
- Network with marketers and leaders from the regional, opening opportunities for potential collaboration or partnerships
- Bring back fresh ideas and actionable insights to share with your team.
Key Benefits for those who attend:
First and foremost, we want attendees to take away value. We realize that everyone is at a different level in their marketing journey. Some are early adopters and have taken TikTok by storm, others are struggling to have content on their business Facebook page. We want this event to be inclusive: