SUPER EXPO 2008

Canada's largest library and information tradeshow

• Time-saving comparison shopping
• Tire kicking product analysis
• Instant competitive intelligence
• Hot new technologies
• Suppliers you can look in the eye
• Tips for improving your programs
• Creative problem solvers
• Did we mention prizes and a great reception?

Thursday, January 31, 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Hall C

EXPO 2008 EXHIBITORS:
• 2008 Exhibitor Directory - site page listing exhibitors and sponsors
• Floor Plan / Buyer's Guide Directory (PDF)
• Directory of Exhibitors (PDF)

ON THE EXPO STAGE TODAY...

11:30 - 12:00  PRODUCT DEMO SHOWCASE
Our Ontario VITA Toolkit (Knowledge Ontario)
Whitby Public Library recently received funding to digitize the Whitby Archives photographs collection. They're using the VITA (Video, Images, Text, Audio) Toolkit from Our Ontario as their software and customized hosting platform. Come and see a demo on how quick it is to scan images — and how easy it is to use the Our Ontario software. Get your digital collections on-line today!

12:00 - 12:25  PRODUCT DEMO SHOWCASE
CSA Illustrata™: Natural Sciences
To discover hidden data, start here
Learn the secret to revealing hidden data buried in graphs, tables, maps, illustrations, photographs, and more. By using deep indexing—the revolutionary method that quickly pinpoints the most relevant articles with data and findings—you'll easily find answers that you can't uncover via traditional searching.

12:30 - 2:00  QUIZ GAME
CRIME WRITERS OF CANADA
HANG IN : THE QUIZ GAME OF COOL CANADIAN CRIME
Are you a fan of Canadian crime and mystery books? Maybe you just want to know more about what's out there? Join our friends from the Crime Writers of Canada plus some well known library sleuths in a deadly serious and hilariously funny round of their cool crime game!

2:30 - 3:00  PRODUCT DEMO SHOWCASE
Cedrom SNi Newscan.com for Libraries
Newscan.com for Libraries, a new generation of innovation. A strategic look at the new interface and what it can do for your library. Quick tips on how to use the new Librarian and public accounts effectively.

3:00 - 3:30  PRODUCT DEMO SHOWCASE
EDU Reference and Marshall Cavendish Digital
Edu Reference Publishers Direct is proud to launch the NEW Marshall Cavendish Digital Library. Experience the best of Marshall Cavendish's authoritative, award-winning up-to-date content in digital format. Reap the benefits of our user-friendly search functions, including remote access allowing all students to access at once, with unlimited concurrent users. This cutting-edge product line allows you to build your digital library collection with only the content that your students need. Choose from over 30 different digital library services, with 1, 2, or 3 year terms at special introductory offer pricing, helping your budget dollars go farther!

3:30 - 5:30  EXPO 2008 WINE AND CHEESE
Join Orland Kirkness and his staff for a glass of wine to celebrate the end of the first day of Super Conference. As always, Orland provides great music and great hospitality.
Sponsored by EDU-REFERENCE

POSTER SESSIONS
12:15 Theme: Schools and kids
1:15 Theme: Technology and Careers
Tomorrow, the poster sessions concentrate on Public Libraries (12:15) and Academic Libraries (1:15). For additional details, click on 'Poster sessions' in the left navigation.

PASSPORT TO PRIZES
You have until 1:00 PM tomorrow to win!

AUTHORS
• Over 30 authors are expected to be signing in booths throughout the day.
A full schedule will be on a banner at the entrance to EXPO 2008 in Hall C.

YOU CAN ALSO...
• Check your e-mail.
• Meet at the café with its expanded menu and seating.
• Find an extraordinary buy at the Brodart Silent Auction for Super Conference Scholarships. This year's selection will appeal to the individual, not just the library.