An annual conference held in Ottawa, the primary objective of the conference is to bring together conservative-oriented thinkers and activists from across Canada. Serving as a forum where attendees can engage in open and frank dialogue about current issues facing Canada, it provides Canada’s future activists and political leaders with the opportunity to discuss strategies, ideas and techniques with current and past political leaders.

Confirmed Speakers for this year include:
Kevin Gaudet - Canadian Taxpayers Federation
Nigel Wright - Manning Centre Board Member
Reed Watson - Property and Environmental Research Center (USA)
Marlo Raynolds - Pembina Institute
Hugh Segal - Canadian Senator

Register Now!  Join us March 11-13, 2010 for the Manning Networking Conference, we look forward to seeing you there.

Democracy Challenge
In addition to the conference, this year we are holding the inaugural Democracy Challenge!  Styled after the popular television program, the 'Dragons' Den', up to 5 finalists will be selected to appear before a panel of judges.  The winning contestant will be offered a $10,000 grant to put their proposal into practice.  We are now accepting proposals for the challenge - put your best ideas to the test!

Pyramid Awards
Nominations are also open for the 2010 Pyramid Awards.  The Pyramid Awards recognize excellent in strengthening Canada's conservative movement.  The winners will be honoured at a special reception at the Manning Networking Conference.  We are now solicitng nominations for the 2010 Pyramid Awards in the following categories:
Ideas and public policy
Networking
Teaching
Political Technology
Legacy