MICROCAPITAL EVENT: 2010 Toronto Microfinance Conference and Gala, Toronto, Canada, October 1 to October 2

Event Name: 2010 Toronto Microfinance Conference and Gala: ‘moving out of poverty… the micro way’

Event Date: Gala – ‘the micro ball’ – October 1, 2010, and Conference – ‘the micro way’ – October 2, 2010

Event Location: Allstream Centre, Toronto, Canada

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Cost: Gala: Earlybird – CAD 250 (USD 242), Regular – CAD 350 (USD 338)

Conference: Earlybird – CAD 60 (USD 58), Regular – CAD 75 (USD 72)

Earlybird prices are in effect until September 15, 2010, for both the gala and conference.

Summary of Event:

The 2010 Toronto Microfinance Conference and Gala is comprised of two events: the gala ‘the micro ball,’ and the conference ‘the micro way.’ Objectives are to raise the profile of microfinance, educate the community on its value as a poverty reduction tool; and with profits from the gala, to support and further the domestic and international efforts of microfinance organizations that participate as co-hosts.

Background on Organizer:

The 2010 Toronto Microfinance Conference and Gala is co-hosted by 23 microfinance organizations, including: Opportunity International – Canada, CGAP (Consultative Group to Assist the Poor), World Vision, Oikocredit, Access Community Capital Fund, and Impact First International. You may view the full list of hosts at: http://www.microfinanceconference.ca/co-host/co-hosts

Event Themes and Discussion Topics:

  • Effectively integrating microfinance with development efforts
  • Using technology to reach poor people
  • The competing goals of microfinance – economic vs. social
  • Sustainability of microfinance institutions (MFIs)
  • Microsavings, microinsurance and housing assistance

For more information you may contact: 2010 Microfinance Conference and Gala telephone: not provided, e-mail: info@microfinanceconference.ca

Event Website: http://www.microfinanceconference.ca/

By Matthew Fox, Research Assistant

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