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                     Toronto Trek: July 20-22, 2001
                Information Line: (416) 410-TCON (8266)

           E-MAIL: tcon@icomm.ca	WEB: http://tcon.icomm.ca

                             Guests so far

                           Andreas Katsulas
                           ----------------
           'G'Kar' - Babylon 5, 'Tomalak' - Star Trek: TNG
              'One-Armed Man' - The Fugitive (The Movie)
            
                        more guests to come...
  Note: All guest appearances subject to professional commitments

                            JULY 20-22, 2001
                       Regal Constellation Hotel
                    900 Dixon Road (at Carlingview)

                      Prices change Jan. 1, 2001
                      Pre-register now and save!


MESSAGE FROM THE CONVENTION COMMITTEE: The Convention Committee (ConCom) has
been working hard planning our 15th Toronto Trek (TT).  TT will once again
be taking place at the Regal Constellation Hotel (900 Dixon Road) on July
20 to 22, 2001.

Due to increasing costs there will be a small change in the weekend price
effective Jan. 1, 2001.  However, if your pre-registration is post marked 
before Jan. 1 you can still register at last year's prices. 

The ConCom wants to wish you and yours Happy Holidays and all the best in
the New Year. We hope you will include TT15 in your plans for 2001.


ANDREAS KATSULAS: Star Trek: The Next Generation fans know him as the 
Romulan, 'Tomalak,' Babylon 5 fans know him as 'G'Kar.' However, 
Mr. Katsulas has also appeared in more than a dozen films playing such 
parts as the 'One-Armed Man' in The Fugitive with Harrison Ford. He has 
also appeared in a number of other television shows including in the 
science fiction genre Alien Nation, Max Headroom and Millennium.


GIFT IDEA: Looking for a gift idea?  A Toronto Trek membership makes a 
great gift, plus getting it now saves you money.  If they already have a 
membership, then consider getting them a reserved seat, T-shirt, or a 
Saturday Night Dinner ticket.	 


NEWS FOR THIS YEAR
------------------

ANTHOLOGY:  Noted Canadian author Julie E. Czerneda will edit this year's 
TT "A Canadian Odyssey" themed anthology. Stories that look ahead with our
unique viewpoint on what it might be like to live on other worlds, to meet
other intelligences, taking that wee bit of Canadian attitude with us.  To
submit a story for consideration send a copy on 8.5"x11" paper, double 
spaced, max. 5000 words.  Include a single page cover letter, a cheque for
$25 and an electronic copy (if possible) to the TT postal address, post 
marked by Mar. 1, 2001.  The top (max. 10) stories will be included in the
anthology, with the best receiving a $100 prize, a membership to the next
year's TT and a copy of the anthology.


ART CONTEST: We are looking for submissions for the T-shirt and crew pin.
T-shirt art must be one-colour line-art no larger than 8.5" x 11".   Pin
art must fit within a 1" square and have 2 colours maximum separated by
silver or gold metal borders. Submission deadline is Mar. 1, 2001. Each 
winner receives a membership for two and a final copy of their creation.


BOOK YOUR HOTEL ROOM NOW: Room rates start from $89 Cdn. (~$65US). To 
ensure you get the best possible deal, book early and mention Toronto Trek.
Phone 1-800-268-4838 from 7am to 7pm ET, or 416-675-1500.  Rates valid 
until Jun 15, 2001.

                Single	Double	Triple	Quad
Economy         $89	$89	N/A	N/A
Standard	$99	$99	$114	$129
Premium West	$112	$112	$127	$142
Premium South	$122	$122	$137	$152
Parlour	        $310	$310	$325	$340

Economy:        Shower, small vanity, one double or queen-sized bed.
Standard:       North Tower, two double beds, full bath and vanity.
Premium West:   West Tower, two double beds, full bath, vanity and
                more area than a Standard. 
Premium South:  South tower, two double beds or one king size bed. 
Parlour:        A Suite with a parlour, sitting room and couch, one 
                bedroom, and a full bath.

FLYING IN? Air Canada has been appointed our Official Airline: For tickets
and special convention rates contact, Lynda Hurdis of Marlin Travel at 
905-569-0469. Collect calls accepted.


MINICON INFORMATION: TT has received two proposals for a MiniCon (a 
convention inside a convention) for this year.  We should have all the 
information for the next progress report, or check our web page/mailing
list to get the latest news and information.


OPEN TENDER: TT is looking for bids from groups or individuals interested
in hosting the event(s) Klingon Karaoke (Fri. night) and/or Dance (Sat. 
night).  Bids must be received in writing by Mar. 1, 2001. Contact us if 
you have any questions.


SOME INFORMATION ON OUR REGULAR EVENTS
--------------------------------------


ART SHOW & AUCTION: TT hosts an impressive display of art from across 
North America.  Themes range from science fiction and fantasy to 
representations of your favourite media characters.  If you see something
you like, Saturday night offers you a chance to bid on it in our art show
auction.


CHARITY AUCTION: The web page lists all the great items up for bid in this
year's Auction. Let's make 2001 our most successful year for helping out
Ronald McDonald House. Contact us if you would like to make a donation.


MODEL DISPLAY: Calling all model builders!  We want to see your models, 
miniatures, origami and dioramas at TT.  The registration fee to enter 
is $1 and you must be an attendee of the convention. Categories include 
Kit-Built Models and Modified Model Kits, and will include different skill
levels.


PROGRAMMING: Each year TT has 150+ hours of programming. Panels include: 
Science Fiction and Fantasy shows, Science fact, Play, Dance, Gaming, 
Masquerade, Video Room and much more.


Thank you for your interest in Toronto Trek.  If you have any comments
or questions please feel free to contact us either via e-mail: 
tcon@icomm.ca or leave us a message on the tcon information line 
416-410-TCON (8266).


HOW TO REGISTER
---------------

Complete the Registration form included and send it to: Toronto Trek, 
Suite 0116, Box 187, 65 Front Street West, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5J 1E6.  

Prices increase Jan. 1, 2001.  Pre-registrations post marked before 
Jan. 1, 2001 can take advantage of the 2000 pre-registration prices.
	
                             Pre-Registration Rates  |  At the Door
Pre-Reg Deadline                                     | (We also accept
June 1, 2001               Adult (13+)   Child (5-12)|  VISA at the door)
-----------------------------------------------------|-------------------
                           CDN   USD     CDN   USD   |   Adult Child
Weekend (F-Su)                                       |
Pre-reg. before Jan. 1     $40   $30     $20   $15   |
                                                     |
Weekend (F-Su)                                       |
Pre-reg. after Jan. 1      $42   $32     $21   $16   |    $53   $27
                                                     |
Friday only                $20   $15     $10   $7    |    $25   $13
Saturday only              $35   $27     $18   $14   |    $45   $23
Sunday only                $25   $20     $13   $10   |    $30   $15

Notes: Children under 5 are free. An adult must accompany all children.
       Tip: if you can only attend Saturday and Sunday purchase a weekend
       pass.  A weekend pass is just $42 vs. a Saturday and Sunday pass 
       totalling $60.

Include a cheque or money order for the total amount due (only one cheque
is required if you are sending multiple registrations).  Cheques on U.S. 
bank accounts accepted.

To receive a confirmation, include an e-mail address or a SASE (no stamp 
required for US/international registrations).  


SATURDAY EVENING DINNER: Last year's dinner was such a huge success people
are still talking about it.  The dinner is a chance to have a good sit 
down meal, talk and relax with your friends, all before the masquerade.
Plus you never know who will be sitting at the table with you.  We haven't
finalized the menu choices for this year but we recommend you sign up 
before it sells out.


RESERVED SEATING: Reserved seating is not preferred seating. This only 
entitles you to a guaranteed seat in the main room, not the best seat in 
the house. That is, you will have the same seat all weekend without 
needing someone to save it for you. Confused or have a question? Feel 
free to contact us.

Reserved Seating        |  Weekend    Saturday   Sunday
------------------------|--(F-Sun)------only------only---
                        |  CDN  USD   CDN  USD   CDN  USD
Price is in addition    |
to  your membership fee |  $36  $27   $20  $15   $20  $15


TO KEEP UP ON ALL THE LATEST NEWS
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JOIN TCON-NEWS: our e-mailing list to get all the latest news!  In the 
body of an e-mail note type: subscribe tcon-news and address it to: 
majordomo@icomm.ca or go to our web page.


WEB PAGE: There is so much that happens at TT we cannot possibly list
it all here, so check out our web page to learn more at 
http://tcon.icomm.ca


Pre-registration form below.  Print this off and mail it to Toronto Trek.
  (65 Front Street West, Suite 0116, Box 187, Toronto, ON, M5J 1E6)
Don't have a printer - just include all the following information in a
letter.

- - - - - - - - - - - - - - -  CUT HERE - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
   Pre-Reg. Form (Postmarked before Jun 1, 2001 - One form per person)
             Please !PRINT! clearly and CIRCLE your choices

      Name:					

Badge Name:					

   Address:					

 City/Town:					

Prov/State:			Postal/Zip:		

     Phone:					

    E-Mail:					
	
       Age:   5-12  13-18  19+   (< Circle One >)   Gender:   F  M

To receive a confirmation, I have included:

  [   ] My e-mail address, please send it there.

  [   ] a SASE (US/International pre-reg. do not need to include the stamp)

Circle Choice Below

  Membership:        Wknd   Fri   Sat   Sun   (Prices above)     $	
                                                                  --------
  Reserved Seat:     Wknd         Sat   Sun   (Prices above)     $	
                                                                  --------
                                 Quantity

T-Shirts:     Colours:   TBA     _______
  (* We will contact you once colours are set or you can 
     order them separately later.)

     CDN   USD		           Circle Size Choice Below
     $20   $15   each, for sizes   S   M   L   XL

     $23   $17   each, for size	   XXL

     $25   $20   each, for size	   XXXL                          $
                                                                  --------

Saturday Dinner:     Circle Choice Below   (may NOT available at the door)

                Chicken   Beef   Vegetarian
				        CDN   USD
     Adult (13+)                        $35   $27
     Child (12 & under)                 $16   $13                $	
                                                                  --------

TT Anthology Submission                 $25   $20                $	
(max. 5000 words,8.5"x11",typed,double spaced,by Mar. 1, 2001)    --------

                                                                  ========

                                                           Total $

Enclosed is a cheque or money order in          CDN   USD        $ 
payable to Toronto Trek in the above amount.                      --------

Send to:  Toronto Trek, Suite 0116, Box 187, 65 Front Street West, 
          Toronto, ON, Canada, M5J 1E6


If you have any mobility issues: 

  [   ] Please notify the mobility access co-ordinator I will be attending.

  [   ] Please have the mobility access co-ordinator send me more info.


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