2. Welcome! The Canadian Association of Foodservice Professionals (CAFP) is an exciting, dynamic, and strong association that continues to grow. CAFP provides opportunities for foodservice professionals to meet and network, educate and share, mentor and develop.

3. Our Mission To promote professional and personal development, and facilitate communication leading to excellence in our industry.

4. Our Vision We are a national association of foodservice professionals from diverse backgrounds united by our dedication to lifelong learning. We are committed to providing our members with opportunities for fellowship, recognition and personal growth. We focus on activities for networking and education, offering benefit to members, and, ultimately, all foodservice industry stakeholders.

5. Our Goals To enhance the prestige of the food service profession by raising standards of service. To promote education in the industry and increased opportunities for youth to train for the food service profession. To promote research in food service and nutrition. To promote new opportunities for increased management efficiency and exchange of professional information.

6. Where are our Branches located?

7. Our Members Come from Diverse Backgrounds: Foodservice suppliers Industry executives Operators Manufacturers Sales professionals Educators Chefs Registered Dietitians Government employees Members of the military Consultants Students

8. Top 10 Reasons to Become a Member 1.Industry Contacts. Branch CAFP meetings and events provide an opportunity to network. 2.Strong support of young professionals pursuing careers in the food and hospitality services industry. 3.Financial support through bursaries and scholarships awarded to help deserving young “managers-of-tomorrow” pursue their goals. 4.Annual National Conference... an exciting three-day event providing members with a wide range of education and networking. 5.Access to CAFP news and industry publications. Branch Newsletters and the CAFP National News, Foodservice & Hospitality magazine and Restaurant News.

9. Top 10 Reasons to Become a Member cont’d 6.Industry recognition awards for outstanding service to the food service industry - Food Service Executive of the Year; CAFP Branch of the Year; Overall Branch Education Effort; Youth Activities; Branch Newsletter Awards; President’s Award. 7.Career Prospects... a great way to identify new opportunities in the industry. 8.Credentialed Food Executive Program provides the opportunity to obtain a CFE designation recognized by the Canadian Tourism Human Resource Council. 9.Industry recognition gala evenings are held annually in Toronto and Vancouver to recognize leaders in the industry. 10.CAFP Branch Membership Lists access to our website provides a complete list of members and branch locations.

10. Student Branches CAFP assists students seeking careers in the foodservice, hospitality and health industries. CAFP provides thousands of dollars in bursaries both at the national and branch levels to deserving students. CAFP professional members act as mentors for students.

11. Our Student Branches CALGARY Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, Calgary, Alberta HALIFAX Mount Saint Vincent University, Halifax, Nova Scotia Acadia University, Wolfville, Nova Scotia LONDON Brescia University College, London, Ontario MONTRÉAL Macdonald College of McGill University, St. Anne de Bellevue, Quebec NORTHUMBERLAND Saint Francis Xavier University, Antigonish, Nova Scotia OTTAWA Algonquin College, Ottawa, Ontario Kemptville College, Kemptville, Ontario University of Ottawa TORONTO Centennial College, Scarborough, Ontario George Brown College of Applied Arts and Technology, Toronto, Ontario Georgian College, Barrie, Ontario Humber College, Rexdale, Ontario Ryerson Polytechnical University, Toronto, Ontario University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario VANCOUVER B.C. Langara College University of British Columbia Vancouver Community College EDMONTON Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

12. The ‘Student Member-At-Large’ Membership A student branch membership for students training or studying foodservices or dietetics at various institutions that do not have a CAFP Student Branch. Benefits of Student MAL Membership: Access to CAFP National Website Access to CAFP National Membership Roster Access to Education sessions via Webex events Attendance at Branch meetings across Canada, if travelling in the area National and Regional Newsletters Complimentary subscription to the Atlantic Restaurant News, Ontario Restaurant News or Pacific Prairie Restaurant News Complimentary subscription to the Foodservice and Hospitality Magazine

13. CAFP Programs Credentialed Food Executive (CFE) Education Programs Award Programs –Sara Lee Food Executive of the Year –National Awards –President’s Award –ARAMARK Gold Plate and Team Leadership awards for students –Student Branch Communications Award National Bursary Program *Mentorship Program – to come soon!

14. Sara Lee Food Executive of the Year Presented in recognition of outstanding ability and contribution to the foodservice and hospitality industry as well as for service within CAFP and for community involvement.

15. National Awards Recognizes the branches and the leaders in our association who truly embrace our endeavours for outstanding and exceptional initiatives.

16. President’s Awards The National President’s Award, may be given to members in good standing who have shown outstanding or exceptional initiatives in any of the following categories: Student Development and Mentoring Leadership in special Branch or National initiatives Community Involvement Conference participation CAFP membership growth and development Personal Achievement in their professional field

17. ARAMARK Gold Plate & Team Leadership Awards The ARAMARK Gold Plate Awards are presented to the top students in Culinary, Hospitality, Foodservice, and Dietetics, who show outstanding commitment to the industry and the community. Each branch winner receives transportation to conference and registration plus $400. The National winner receives $1000 and national recognition. The ARAMARK Team Leadership awards is offered annually to the incoming President of each student branch, and the student has their conference registration paid.

18. Student Branch Communications Award This award recognizes a student branch for their effectiveness and means of communication. National Student Bursary Program Currently, 17- $ 1,000 bursaries available! Download application from www.cafp.comwww.cafp.com

19. Credentialed Food Executives What is the CFE program? Reflects the primary objectives of CAFP Acknowledges acquisition of skills, knowledge and professional acumen outside formal education Based on competency-based criteria Represents the mark of achievement, knowledge and dedicated leadership Recognized as a prestigious designation within and beyond CAFP Recognized by the Canadian Tourism Human Resource Council (CTHRC) as a credentialing approach for food service management professionals. It is the only nationally recognized program of its kind Signifies a commitment to continuous learning.

20. Student Executive Achievement Certificate Objective: To encourage personal and professional growth of Student Executives To provide incentive to student members to pursue professional credentialing All points earned for the “Student Executive Achievement Certificate” apply as competency-based criteria for future credentialing status.

21. Continuing Education Opportunities CAFP offers excellent educational programs at the branch meetings and at the Annual National Conference.

22. Online Learning - Webinars Continuing education is an essential component of membership in CAFP and required to obtain points towards a CFE designation (Credentialed Food Executive). CAFP presents continuing education through on-line Webinars. Once these on-line presentations are completed a review of the slides may be viewed by members on our website.

23. National Mentorship Program This program will provide professionals an opportunity to share career experiences, and provide advice and support to our student members.

24. Annual National Conference An annual opportunity for members to meet, network, discuss and experience a professional development program Professional speakers, educators and industry representatives educate attendees on various foodservice-related topics

25. Mentorship Opportunities Annual National Conference Networking Fun Education

26. For more information, please visit us at www.cafp.com