Whistler Film Festival VIP Lounge Studio
Presented by the Uptown Gift Box Company
The Sponsors
Gift Lounge Sponsors
AROMA CRYSTAL
Jane Janzen, President & Founder of Aroma Crystal ~ Vibrational Therapy, began selling her all natural line of alternative body care products at the Salt Spring Island Saturday Market in 1989. Now distributed through over 1500 health, boutique and pharmacy locations, Aroma Crystal has gained recognition with countless success stories and a total of 18 national Alive Awards of Excellence in the "Best Body & Skin Care", "Best Aromatherapy", and "Best Home Medicine Chest" product categories. Love is the first ingredient in every formula; combined with 100% pure essential oils, fine plant extracts and vibrational therapy - a unique scientific method that utilizes vibrational frequencies to support body, mind and spirit.
C Restaurant
C Restaurant, Vancouver’s original contemporary fish restaurant, is pleased to present its first cook book in the company’s 12 year history. “C Food” takes an avant-garde approach to seafood preparation with stunning photography and progressive cooking techniques.We are devoted to serving you sustainable seafood from our local waters and ingredients that are distinctive and homegrown. As the founding restaurant in the Vancouver Aquarium’s Ocean Wise Program, Executive Chef Robert Clark has deconstructed seafood supply lines, dealing directly with the fisherman, to ensure a product that is of the highest quality while respecting environmental sensitivities.
Chef Ann
Touted "For Free Range Adults", Chef Ann's premium gourmet sauces are more than a BBQ condiment. These succulent sauces will deliciously dress your salads and add sizzle to you stir fry's. Extensive globetrotting has inspired Chef Ann's quality ingredients for her signature sauce Tequi-Lime and intoxicating favourites: O'Plum Sesame, O'Rumba and Teriyaki Sake. These and her newly launched Ooh La La Grand Marnier line are available at the finest gourmet shops across North America.
CLAUDIA ALAN
Claudia Alan Inc. was launched in 2003 with a mission to create beautiful eyewear accessories that make a difference. Focused on designing reading glasses, sunglasses and other eyewear fashions, Claudia Alan incorporates an element of giving back to the community or the environment. Claudia Alan’s newest line is called AYA Accessories. Created by D’Angelo, the line includes original artwork by First Nations artist Corrine Hunt who has recently designed the famed 2010 Olympic Medals. The collection includes high quality ready-to-wear reading glasses, sunglasses, embossed cases and cleaning cloths. Partial proceeds from the sale of every AYA Accessory is contributed to ONEXONE First Nations Nutritious School Breakfast Program.
ELEVATE ME!
Elevate Me! bars are the world’s simplest protein and fruit energy bars, made fresh daily in Vancouver, BC. Owners Trish and Earl Ellingson turned their family recipe into a thriving business and work hard to grow the company to where they now sell over a million bars per year! Elevate Me! bars are special because they are a clean mix of pure fruit and protein, not baked or coated, pre-cut into 3 portions, wheat and gluten free, low fat and high fibre, soy free and 24% premium micro-filtered whey protein isolate. We only use Organic and Fair Trade cocoa and coffee and believe in the importance of high quality sustainable ingredients.
HAPPY PLANET
Happy Planet is Canada’s leading natural and organic food & beverage company. Our mission is simple – to astonish your taste buds, nourish your body, unite you with the best sources of food and drink on this planet, and grow progressive business from which happiness flows. We fulfill this mission everyday by crafting products that contain 100% all natural ingredients, made without preservatives, additives, artificial ingredients or stuff you can’t pronounce.
Now featuring our newest product: Happy Planet Health Shots. Live Large. Drink Small.
HAUTE NOTE
Haute Note is a modern paperie that offers stylish and customized stationery to folks with an eye for design and a love of the written word. We have personalized cards for celebs like Julia Roberts, Sheryl Crow, Tiger Woods, Keri Russell, Kevin Costner and Dave Matthews.
From thank-you's to I-do's...Think of us for gifts or a little something for yourself...with 175+ designs to choose from and the ability to customize our cards with any name or message you like, we have cards for every reason and season!
HOODOO DESIGNS
Hoodoo Designs was born when Christine Taylor decided to use her creative talents to start her own design company, turning her back on 13 years working in the corporate world of IT at an oil and gas company, The company specializes in handmade personalized glass jewelry, hair jewels, handmade wedding invitations and graphic design.
KIRI KIDS
Kiri Kids is a kids clothing company based in Vancouver with the focus of our designs to represent all things this beautiful nature has to offer. Our goal is to bring fresh, fun and unique designs to kids clothing. Kiri Kids is all about inspiring everyone to protect, care for and conserve this beautiful nature all around us.
ICE TROPEZ CANADA
Ice Queen Brands introduces fashionable French beverages Ice Tropez and Ice Tropez 0% to the Canadian market. This beverage offers an alcoholic version which includes a mix of light sparkling rosé Wine with a touch of Nectarine, and a sparkling non-alcoholic version. Ice Tropez is the favored party drink of St Tropez and FTV and is packaged in stylish single serving bottles which is not only fun, but keeps the product fresh and bubbly for longer. It is a great way to enjoy a refreshing sparkling beverage!
KOOTENAY KNITTING COMPANY
The Kootenay Knitting Company is about people who DO things, enjoy their world and appreciate an adventurous life outdoors. Kootenay Knitting’s design-driven style, inspired by the mountainous landscape of British Columbia, features the absolute highest quality knitwear ensuring the warmth, fit, comfort and durability you demand. Between the 2010 Vancouver Games and the Northern Aboriginal Nisga’a village, “Laxgalts’ap, this collection represents the dynamic interaction of life, work, and play, and the ability to seamlessly transition between all of your destinations.
LANGFORD FOODS
At Langford Foods, we proudly share the flavours of our farm gardens in Petals Shortbread Biscuit, Garden Preserves, as well as our Dried Edible Flower Petals and Mixes.
We invite you to share the contemporary recipes developed for Langford Petals Biscuits. Created from special, traditional favourites, Petals Shortbread and Petals Petites are intriguing combinations of our edible flowers and heritage fruits.
LIBRE TEA
New Libre tea glasses are inspiring blissful tea moments 'on the go' with their unique, stylish and sleek design. The Libre tea glass has a health-conscious glass interior, durable poly exterior and removable stainless steel filter all in a modern and simple design. Just add hot water for your favourite loose leaf tea ‘on the go’. Now a tea moment anywhere, anytime with your Libre tea glass.
LOG CABIN TOYS
Our local family owned business has been making miniature Log Cabin Toy Kits for over 15 years. We offer 18 different models including a Birdhouse, Ski Chalet, Barn and Chapel. Each Kit is made from B.C. hemlock, fir and cedar. Most of the wood is reclaimed waste wood and our packaging is both recycled and recyclable. We are also proud partners of Robert Bateman’s environmental awareness program, “Get to Know”. Our mission is to create a truly authentic and environmentally friendly Canadian product.
Mojave
Voted one of Vancouver’s best bands by readers of the Georgia Straight, Mojave weaves lingering melodies with evocative stories and lyrics. Mojave records under its own label, Black Canvas Records, and commits time and resources to environmental protection organizations including 1% for the Planet, Less.ca and the Stillpointe Llama Sanctuary.
Namasthe
Handcrafted in Beautiful Whistler, British-Columbia, Namasthé offers a wide selection of high quality, organic and fair-trade tea bags and loose leaf teas. As tea artisans, we are dedicated to the sustainabilitea of our earth, our communities, our well being and our future generations. In collaboration with Across the Creek Organics from the Pemberton Valley, Namasthé is proud to serve the freshest cup of tea with the Mountain Mint and Savasana blends. Our Dharma is to change the world one cup a time by offering certified organic whole leaf wellness teas infused with Ancient Healing Mantras for the body, mind & Spirit!
ROCKY MOUNTAIN SOAP COMPANY
The Rocky Mountain Soap Company began in 1999 in Canmore, Alberta with a goal to create 100% naturalbath & body products thatare good for your skin and safe for the environment.We believe that what goes on your skin goes into your body and is as important to your overall health as what you eat.Our commitment is to find the most nurturing and therapeutic ingredients nature has to offer and impart their healing qualities into our products. From handmade Soap to Body Butter, Bath Salts to Massage Bars, Skin Care to Foot Care, all of our products are made with your health and the health of our environment in mind.We have 8 stores across Western Canada and have the pleasure of working with Canadian retailers from coast to coast.We also ship worldwide through our online store. Chemicals add up. Natural Matters.
SAJE NATURAL WELLNESS
Saje: 100% Natural, 100% Canadian. Saje provides wellness and personal care products formulated using only 100% natural ingredients. Connecting people with the healing power of plants by using therapeutic-grade essential oils, Saje is well-known for its exceptional quality. The product line includes natural remedies, pure essential oils, stress aids, rejuvenating skin and body care, aphrodisiacs, accessories, unique kits and gift ideas.
SILK CONCEPT
Silk Concept was born from Laura Appleton's desire to sleep in a healthy, luxurious environment. Our sustainable Mulberry silk filled duvets are naturally non-allergenic and heat regulating. You spend a third of your life in bed. Have the duvet that you will never want to be without; nothing compares to long strand Mulberry silk contouring to your every curve, keeping you cool in the summer, and warm in the winter. Founded in Vancouver, BC our duvets are available online and in select stores across Canada.
THE FLEAS KNEES
Ridiculously hot-looking and loves animals?! This is the kind of tee you'd bring home to meet mama. TheFleasKnees are 100% cotton, ass-kickingly awesome tees made – and worn – in support of responsible pet ownership. And in support of being ridiculously hot-looking. Founded in 2007 by Mary-Jo Dionne, a self-professed tofu-eating animal-crazed nutbar, the tees see $5 from every purchase go toward animal-rescue. The latest tee in the collection, PuppyMillsBite, is dedicated to taking a bite out of the multi-million dollar puppy mill industry, and supports the work of Best Friends' Puppies Aren't Products campaign.
TU-BEES
Have you squeezed your honey today? Tu-Bees offers honey lovers a great option to enjoying honey on the go! Our 140 gram tubes are clean, compact and portable and are available in two flavours – Plain Creamed Honey or Creamed Honey with Cinnamon. Tu-Bees is 100% Canadian from the filling to the packaging and is owned and operated by 14 year old Nicole Hein, of Saskatoon, SK.
Vancouver View
Vancouver View Magazine is a full-colour, full-gloss bi-monthly magazine providing content that celebrates the lifestyle of Vancouver. Our readers expect the very best, and we strive to deliver it to them with each and every issue we publish.
Our stories include features of local importance and relevance—from people to places, dining to decorating—we keep our readers on top of what’s new and worthy of their attention. Vancouver View Magazine features business profiles, travel features, book reviews, health and fitness articles and stories that touch on issues that are directly related to the lives of our readers. Our goal is to provide our readers with award winning articles that not only entertain but also inform. We feature articles that showcase new products, companies and services, and our departments are consistent, entertaining and casual. Vancouver View Magazine is Vancouver’s #1 Magazine.
www.vancouverview.net
VIVVOS
vivid. vibrant. vivacious. Vivvos is beautifully made under?wear, bra/fitness tops and camisoles from meticulously sourced world class fabrics and locally made in Vancouver. Unique qualities make these pieces versatile and superb travel companions and can be worn inside and out if you dare…….Brazilian inspired with Canadian attitude!
WATERGEEKS
Founded by Brent Meikle, Executive Producer of the 2008 Award Winning Documentary "FLOW: For Love Of Water" (www.flowthefilm.com), WaterGeeks (www.watergeeks.com) is a British Columbia based manufacturer of the patented Filtered Stainless Steel bottles that allow you to simply fill up at any Tap and enjoy Pure H2o anywhere and anytime. Shipping this week to Home Outfitters, Canada's largest Bed, Bath and Kitchen retailer, the new bottles come in 63 exciting color combinations and will ship to over 3,000 retail outlets over the next 90 days.
WRITING FOR KIDS
The Award-winning children’s book "Magic in the Mountains" is the story of Katie and her friend Ethan who learn of an ancient path up a mountain from an old native storyteller. The two friends enjoy a day of following a bald eagle, climbing the path and finding endless moments of mountain 'magic' along the way!
One teacher, a mild-mannered postal clerk and a business administrator who have one thing in common, a love of the mountains and a burning desire to write children's books that reflect the spirit and magic of the mountains. And that’s exactly what these three women did. Written, illustrated and published by this dynamic trio their playful, educational and engaging books are becoming an integral part of children’s libraries.
Lounge Partners
Our Lounge partners make Uptown events a success every time and are an integral element of our extended team.
b*co communications
b*co communications is a Vancouver-based marketing Communications agency that opened its doors in 2006. From beer to beauty, fashion to football, b*co works with our clients to develop, oversee and execute kick-ass programs and campaigns. b*co brings a new definition to east meets west. Our dedication to work and clients reflects the Toronto-based philosophy of live to work. However, our love of the outdoors, all things athletic, and easy-going nature reflects the west coast philosophy of work to live. Our approach is a great combination of the two lifestyles, and is reflected in how our clients, friends and family see.
Delta Business Services Inc.
Delta Biz has been building and hosting quality websites for a wide variety of clients across North America for more than 10 years. Delta's team of web professionals can help you through the process of estabilishing or maintaining your web presence. Delta is a one stop shop for DOMAIN REGISTRATION, WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT, WEB HOSTING and SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMIZATION services. Delta's staff are easy going and will help you understand the process. Developing a website no longer needs to be a daunting task. Contact one of Delta's Sales Assosciates anytime at 1-888-DELTA-19.
redcreative
redcreative is a boutique graphic design company with the passion and drive of an agency. With over 10 years of experience in public relations, marketing and design, our team can help you build creative, strategic and effective solutions for brand and identity projects, corporate communications, marketing materials, book design, web, and writing projects. We take pride in building strong relationships and even stronger brands through communication, research and dedication. Being creative comes in handy, too!
CHARITY BLOGGERS
With every event we produce we aim to create a significant charitable footprint. A signature component of The Uptown GiftBox Company’s events is the Charity Blogger’s Lounge. We invite a team of well-known bloggers, with diverse perspectives, to spend the day in the Lounge, tweeting and posting about all the ‘goings on’ to their online followers. Whether posting a video interview with a celeb or photos of some of the hot brands in the Lounge, this social media element engages an off-site audience who would not normally get access to these exclusive happenings. But, most importantly, each blogger selects a charity in whose name they are participating. At the end of the event, each blogger is provided a valuable VIP Gift Bag, which they in turn donate to their charity of choice. For the Whistler Film Fest VIP Lounge, we are adding a little something ‘extra’. The blogger with the most ‘tweets and re-tweets’ during the event will be given additional gifts to add to their charity’s gift bag, such as an $800 silk duvet, by Silk Concept.
Enterprising Mom's Network
The Enterprising Moms Network is a network of mom entrepreneurs who are dedicated to helping one another succeed in the balancing act of being a mother and an entrepreneur. The EMN blog features articles covering mompreneur topics from marketing to mommyhood and everything in-between. Connecting+Networking+Sharing=EMN
EMN Blog: http://www.enterprisingmomsnetwork.com/emn-blog.html
Twitter: http://twitter.com/fraservalleyemn
Charity: BC Childrens Hospital Charity Foundation www.bcchf.ca
Fraser Valley Pulse
FraserValleyPulse.com is the leading Fraser Valley lifestyle guide! We exclusively feature entrepreneurs and their exciting ventures in the fabulous Fraser Valley. Our online guide & daily blog highlights what's new, what's hot, what's tried & true, and where to find the Fraser Valley's hidden gems. From Surrey to Chilliwack, Langley to Ridge Meadows, we explore a range of exciting local businesses and report on current events in the Fraser Valley communities.
Web: www.fraservalleypulse.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/FrsrValleyPulse
Nordica Photography
Vancouver-based Nordica Photography is the combined talents of photographers Cole Roberts and Jakob Granqvist. Nordica's focuses are wedding and portrait photography, and we aspire to create clean, modern and professional images. This style is aligned with the Scandinavian influence associated with design from that region.
Web/Twitter: www.nordicaphotography.com @nordicaphoto
Web/Twitter www.jakobgranqvist.com @jakobg
Web/twitter: www.allancoleroberts.com @allan_cole
Charity: 100 Mile Angels www.100mileangels.com
Stimuli
Stimuli is an online lifestyle magazine for women. We are your daily quick fix of unique, local finds in fashion, beauty, home decor, health and family. Each weekday we feature a product, tell you why we like and where you can find it locally. We do your shopping research for you.
Web: www.stimulimag.ca
Twitter: http://twitter.com/stimulimag
Charity: Salvation Army Gateway of Hope www.gatewayofhope.ca
Whistler 24
Whistler24.com is THE independent guide to what's on and where to go in Whistler, BC. We host a full event list with a write up, live blog with photos of the events we attend, restaurant and hotel reviews, Art & Culture profiles, and weather reports.
web: www.whistler24.com
twitter: @Whistler24
Charity: BC Childrens Hospital Charity Foundation www.bcchf.ca
CONTACT
Gabrielle Durning, Producer
The Uptown GiftBox Company
2009 Whistler Film Festival VIP Lounge
Talk 604-538-7438 / 866-638-7438
Write gabrielle@theuptowngiftbox.com
Tweet @gabrieledurning
www.whistlerfilmfestviplounge.com/
Photos courtesy of Erin Gilmore Photography + The Whistler Film Festival