5th Annual OCAA Fall Symposium — Sponsorship Opportunities

2026 Fall Symposium Sponsorship & Exhibitor Guide

The Ontario Commercial Arborists Association (OCAA) Fall Symposium brings together arborists, business owners, municipal representatives, educators, suppliers, manufacturers, utility professionals, and industry partners from across Ontario for two days of education, networking, and collaboration.

As a Symposium Partner, your organization has the opportunity to connect directly with the people who work in Ontario's commercial arboriculture industry while demonstrating your commitment to professional development, safety, and the continued growth of our profession.

Whether you're introducing a new product, strengthening existing relationships, or increasing your company's visibility, we would be proud to partner with you.

Thank you for supporting the OCAA and helping us provide meaningful educational opportunities for Ontario's arboriculture community.

Why Partner with the OCAA?

Every Symposium Partnership helps support:

  • Professional education

  • Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

  • Industry networking

  • High-quality speakers

  • Student engagement

  • Safety initiatives

  • Growth of Ontario's commercial arboriculture community

Your partnership allows the OCAA to continue delivering valuable educational opportunities while connecting your organization with professionals from across Ontario.

Partnership Opportunities

Event Partner- $2,000

Negotiable to $1,000 when shared with a non-competing organization.

As the Event Partner, your organization receives the highest level of recognition throughout the Symposium.

Includes:

  • Recognition as the Official Event Partner

  • Prominent logo placement on Symposium materials

  • Recognition on event signage

  • Recognition during opening remarks

  • Recognition throughout the conference

  • Premium visibility before, during and after the event

Hospitality & Networking Partnerships

Wednesday Lunch Partner

Contribution: $250

Thursday Breakfast Partner

Contribution: $150

Thursday Lunch Partner

Contribution: $250

Awards Dinner & Silent Auction Partner

Contribution: $1,000

Refreshment Break Partner

Contribution: $250

Hospitality Partners receive recognition during the sponsored event and in Symposium materials.

Education Partnerships

Help support the educational programming that makes the Symposium possible.

Full-Day Speaker Partner

Contribution: $500

Half-Day Speaker Partner

Contribution: $250

Keynote Speaker Partner

Contribution: $250 per presentation hour

Education Partners receive recognition before sponsored presentations and within Symposium materials.

Delegate Experience Partnerships

Help create a memorable experience for every attendee.

Name Badge Partner

Contribution: $350

Delegate Bag Partner

Sponsor provides bags: $150

OCAA provides bags: $450

Delegate Bag Insert

Contribution: $100

Delegate Bag Inserts may include:

  • Promotional flyer

  • Business card

  • Product brochure

  • Sample product

  • Small promotional item

Exhibitor Booth

$500

Connect directly with arboriculture professionals throughout the Symposium.

Includes:

  • Booth space for the duration of the conference

  • One complimentary Wednesday lunch

  • One complimentary Awards Dinner ticket

  • Opportunity to meet delegates throughout the event

Additional Awards Dinner tickets: $195 per person

Community Partnerships

OCAA Awards Partner - $500

Support the recognition of outstanding individuals and organizations within Ontario's commercial arboriculture industry.

Recognition will be provided during the Awards Presentation.

Student Bursary Partner

Help support the next generation of arborists by assisting students in attending the Symposium.

Contribution: Contact the OCAA to discuss sponsorship opportunities.

Become a Gold OCAA Member

Annual Gold Membership - $1,000

Planning to exhibit?

Gold Membership includes a complimentary Symposium booth while providing year-round recognition and additional member benefits.

Gold Membership also includes:

  • Complimentary Symposium booth

  • Enhanced recognition throughout the year

  • Website recognition

  • Event recognition

  • Additional promotional opportunities

  • Support of the Ontario Commercial Arborists Association

For organizations planning to exhibit annually, Gold Membership offers excellent value.

Recognition

The OCAA is proud to recognize the organizations that support our members and our industry.

Depending on your level of partnership, recognition opportunities may include:

  • Company logo on Symposium materials

  • Recognition on event signage

  • Verbal recognition during the event

  • Recognition on the OCAA website and social media

  • Visibility throughout the conference

  • Opportunities to connect directly with delegates

Specific recognition varies by partnership level.

The Ontario Commercial Arborists Association sincerely appreciates the generosity of our Symposium Partners and Exhibitors.

Your support helps us educate, connect, and strengthen Ontario's commercial arboriculture community.

Together, we are investing in safer workplaces, stronger businesses, and the future of our profession.

Poster for OCAA fall symposium 2026 on December 9-10, 2026, at Horseshoe Valley Resort, Barrie, Ontario, highlighting sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities, conference details, and benefits for industry professionals involved in arborecology.