KEY FUNCTIONS – VEHICLE TRANSPORTATION SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE

The Battle of Georgian Bay 2001 will achieve several key functions:

• This promotional event will position Your Company/Business as a leading corporate supporter of Ontario Tourism and Canadian heritage events.

• The Battle of Georgian Bay 2001 will offer Your Company/Business the opportunity to participate in a proven successful re-enactment event. (Battle of Georgian Bay, 1998)

• The Battle of Georgian Bay is an historical event full of color and pageantry, which will increase tourism in the Midland/Penetanguishene area. The opportunity to have Tall Ships attend is truly a rare & special attraction and feature for all who attend.

• The Battle of Georgian Bay 2001 has the cooperation and support of over 150 local merchants and businesses. From participating in the pillaging to providing services and products, a solid joint promotional partnership has developed throughout the Midland and Penetanguishene area supporting the Battle of Georgian Bay, 2001.

• Corporate sponsorship of the Battle of Georgian Bay 2001 will provide you the sponsor, with high visibility of Your Company/Business corporate name, logo and products to the Canadian domestic tourism market and border United States tourism market.

• Historical re-enactments and tall ships, draw huge crowds and interest from the public, making advertising exposure for Your Company/Business great and dollars well spent.

• The Battle of Georgian Bay will be the largest War of 1812 re-enactment in North America. Over 1500 participants and 30,000 spectators are expected to attend over the 4-day event.

BENEFITS OF A MOTOR VEHICLE TRANSPORTATION SPONSORSHIP

• Exclusive & official Motor Vehicle Transportation sponsor of the Battle of Georgian Bay, 2001 event.

• Accreditation as one of the corporate sponsors of the Battle of Georgian Bay, 2001 and a supporter of tourism and heritage in the Midland and Penetanguishene area.

• Special Battle of Georgian Bay sponsors appreciation & media reception aboard one of the Tall Ships on Tuesday evening at Discovery Harbour prior to the battle weekend. Space available for up to 6 members, associates or employees of Your Company/Business

• VIP admission to Discovery Harbour and the opportunity to be aboard a Tall Ship during the attack on the port of Midland on Friday evening. Space available for up to 6 members/associates or employees of Your Company/Business (Uniforms provided by request)

• Free admission to Discovery Harbour provided to all staff members of Your Company/Business (Please provide us with numbers)

• Corporate name/logo presence in all advance and promotional advertising promoting the Battle of Georgian Bay event. Advertising mediums will include, radio, television, newspapers, flyers, banners, place mats etc.

• Name/Logo displayed on the Battle of Georgian Bay website, with a direct link to Your Company/Business web site.

• Your Company/Business name and logo presence incorporated into a British/American historic ensign (large flag) that will be displayed at all times at Discovery Harbour. (Given to sponsor as a thank you gift at the conclusion of the battle weekend.)

1. Inclusion of Your Company/Business name in the Battle of Georgian Bay publicity campaign. On-site promotional booth and display also available.

• A Charitable Income Tax Deductible Receipt for the full amount of the sponsorship package made out to Your Company/Business

MOTOR VEHICLE TRANSPORTATION

SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE

The cost of being the Exclusive & Official Motor Vehicle Sponsor for the Battle of Georgian Bay, 2001 is the contribution of $5000.00 payable as follows:

• A six-month in-kind lease on a mini van for the use and promotion of the Battle of Georgian, 2001. Lease Period - March 1^st, 2001 to August 31^st, 2001.
• Battle of Georgian Bay committee will be responsible for the cost of all decals and advertising to be placed and removed from the vehicle.
• Battle of Georgian Bay committee will be responsible for all cost of insurance during the lease period.

Yes! We look forward to being the official & exclusive motor vehicle transportation sponsor for the Battle of Georgian Bay, 2001.

NAME: ____________________________ DATE: ______________

(Sponsors Name)