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                Toronto Trek: July 5-7, 2002
           Information Line: (416) 410-TCON (8266)

      E-MAIL: tcon@icomm.ca        WEB: http://tcon.icomm.ca
              TCON-NEWS Newsletter: Issue #1


In This Issue:

. GUEST UPDATE
.. UPCOMING DATES
... TT NEEDS YOU
.... HOTEL INFORMATION
..... CHARITY AUCTION
...... PRE-REGISTRATION FORM


                           HAPPY NEW YEAR
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GUEST UPDATE:
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  The events of Sept 11, 2001 meant TT got off to a slow start when
  approaching actor's agents. We normally start talking to the agents
  September/October for the following year. Given the events, the
  idea of travelling wasn't high on actor's agendas. Things have 
  returned to a somewhat more normaly state, but it means TT is a 
  bit behind on signing and announcing guests this year.

  We are working hard to bring in a big name guest and events last
  week have firmed up some of our options.  

  As soon as we receive a signed contract we will announce them on
  the tcon-news mailing list.


UPCOMING DATES
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  Jan 27:  Torcon 3     - Information Meeting at the Royal York Hotel.
  Feb  8:  Ad Astra     - Convention at the Colony Hotel.
  Feb 15:  Toronto Trek - Art Contest Submission Deadline.
  Feb 28:  Toronto Trek - Programming submission deadline for the
                          play and murder mystery.
  Mar 26:  Star Trek    - Next Generation Season 1 DVD Box set.
			  With a new season released every 2 months.
  May 16:  Star Wars    - Attack of the Clones - Opens
  May 24:  Anime North  - Convention at the Regal Constallation Hotel.
  May 31:  Toronto Trek - Pre-registration DEADLINE.
  Jun  3:  Toronto Trek - Last day to book your hotel room and get the
                          convention rate.
  Jul  5:  Toronto Trek - Convention at the Regal Constellation Hotel.


TT NEEDS YOU:
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 _ART_CONTEST_
    We are looking for submissions for the T-Shirt and Crew Pin. You 
    don't even have to be an artist to take part - our Art Department
    can take any ideas, rough or fine, and prepare the final art. The
    following are guidelines to help you get started. 

    SALES T-SHIRT
    The design should fit within an 8.5 x 11 piece of paper (vertical
    or horizontal). It must be one-colour "line art", avoid any
    shading or half-tones. Gradations 'can' be used but the lines
    must be clean and sharp. Avoid thin lines and small detail as
    they might get lost due to being printed onto cloth. Also, avoid
    copyrighted material such as Starfleet emblems, etc. 

    CREW PIN
    The design can be any shape, but must fit within a one inch
    square area. It shouldn't be too complex or detailed and avoid
    thin lines. Use a maximum of two 'spot' colours, meaning they
    can be any 'stand-alone' colours such as Light Blue, Medium Blue,
    Black, Dark Red, Yellow, etc., but cannot be mixed to create a
    third, and they cannot touch. Each colour must sit within its
    own area which is stamped-in to your choice of Silver or Gold
    metal. Note, not all stamped-in areas have to be filled with
    colour. 
  
    Check out our web page in the Art Contest to look at some of the
    previous year's winning designs. 
  
    Submissions must be received by February 15, 2002.
  
    Full credit will be given to each artist. Artwork does not need
    to be finalized by this date, just in a state for judging. We
    will accept a design concept (stick figures welcome). Finalist
    will be selected Febrary 17, 2002. 

    To enter, E-mail us either a JPG or GIF to tcon@icomm.ca, Fax (e-mail 
    us for phone number), or send it to our postal address: 

      Toronto Trek Art Contest
      P.O. Box 7097, Station A
      Toronto, Ontario, Canada
      M5W 1X7 

    Each winner receives a membership for two and final copy of their
    creation. 

    All submissions become property of Toronto Trek. We reserve the
    right to make any necessary alterations for the purposes of
    reproduction. 

 _PROGRAMMING_

   Our programming department has started planning the activities
   for this year's convention.  If you have a panel suggestion
   drop us an e-mail at tcon@icomm.ca

   We are also accepting submissions for any groups who want to do
   a Play or Murder Mystery at the convention.  Submissions dead-
   line are February 28, 2002.
    

HOTEL INFORMATION
-----------------

  Toronto Trek will once again be taking place at the Regal 
  Constellation Hotel, 900 Dixon Road, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

  To make a reservation call either: 416-675-1500 or 800-268-4838.

  Room rates per night until June 3, 2002.

                  single  double  triple  quad
    Economy        $ 89    $ 89    n/a     n/a
    Standard       $ 99    $ 99   $114    $129
    Premium West   $112    $112   $127    $142
    Premim South   $122    $122   $137    $152
    Palour         $310    $310   $325    $340    

       Economy: Shower (no tub), 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. 

  TIPS_WHEN_BOOKING_YOUR_HOTEL_ROOM:

    * Book early! Don't wait until the last minute. Even if you're 
      not sure you will be coming, book a hotel room. You can cancel
      the room a week in advance with no penality. Ask the operator
      the exact details on cancellation date and policies. 
    * Know the dates you plan to arrive and depart. Remember check
      in is 4pm. So if you are arriving at 2am you are really
      arriving the day before. 
    * Have your credit card ready, especially if you are going to
      need a late check in. (like at 2am).
    * Are you going to want a smoking or non-smoking room.
    * Clearly state you are attending "Toronto Trek" up front so the
      operator knows to give you the convention rates.
    * The best phone number to call is the 416-675-1500 area code
      number as that is the Regal Hotel in Toronto. The 800 number
      is a call center for the Regal chain of Hotels. 
    * Have a piece of paper and a pen ready, note the operator's
      name, the time you called and confirmation number.
    * Call back a week later to ensure your confirmation is in the
      system. Just tell them you want to check the dates you booked.
      If you're not in the system... Then book again. But sent us
      an e-mail letting us know who the operator was, the time and
      date you called the first time. 
    * If you are still having problems, with your reservation 
      disappearing, let us know and we will bring it up with the
      hotel. 

    A reminder by booking your hotel room under the convention's 
    name counts towards our room block.  The larger the room
    block, the larger the discount we receive on the convention 
    space rental.  We pass these savings on to you by keeping 
    membership costs down.


CHARITY AUCTION:
---------------

  Every penny raised goes directly to support Ronald McDonald House.
  If you have an item(s) you wish to donate please contact us. 

  The Charity Auction, Sunday July 7, 2002 is open to the general 
  public!  You do NOT have to have a membership to attend.

  Some of the Cool Items already confirmed for this year include:

    ANDROMEDA Script: Donated by Kevin Sorbo 
    Autographed ANDROMEDA script "Harper 2.0" - Season 1 - signed by
    Kevin Sorbo.

    LEXX Poster: Donated by Salter Street Films 
    Autographed, 81x61cm (32x24in), coloured poster of Stanely H.
    Tweedle (Brian Downey).
    Autographed, 81x61cm (32x24in), coloured poster of Xev Bellringer
    (Xenia Seeberg)

    Lisa Ryder's - Personal ANDROMEDA Script: Donated by Lisa Ryder 
    Autographed, personal ANDROMEDA script "Its Hour Come 'Round At
    Last" (Season 1). Signed by Lisa Ryder, Kevin Sorbo, Keith 
    Hamilton Cobb and Allan Eastman - Director of this episode. 
    Call sheets included - plus markings, line changes by Lisa

  Check out the web page for pictures of these and other great items.


PRE-REGISTATION FORM:
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(Don't have a printer?  Just be sure to include all the following info.)
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               (Deadline: Postmarked before June 1, 2002)
                  Please send in one form per person.
                          Please PRINT clearly.

      Name: ____________________________________________________

Badge Name: ____________________________________________________

   Address: ____________________________________________________

      City: _________________________  Prov/State: _____________

   Country: __________________    Postal/Zip Code: _____________

     Phone: ( ______ ) ______ - __________           

    E-mail: ____________________________________________________

     Age:  up to 12,  13-18,  19+         Gender:  Male  Female

To receive a confirmation, I have included:
 [ ] My e-mail address, please send it there
 [ ] a SASE (International pre-reg do not need to include the stamp)

If you have any mobility issues
 [ ] Please notify the mobility access liaison I will be attending.
 [ ] Please have the mobility access liaison send me more information.

                                         (Circle All Choice Below, prices)
            Pre-Registration Fee: $_____ Cdn: Wk:$45  F:$23  Sa:$38
Su:$28
                                         USD: Wk:$33  F:$17  Sa:$28
Su:$21
                                         See web page for child rates.

                Reserved Seating: $_____ Cdn: Wk:$40  Sa:$22  Su:$22   
                                         USD: Wk:$30  Sa:$16  Su:$16

                 Saturday Dinner: $_____ TBA or  Vegetarian
                                         Cdn: $35     USD: $27
                                         See web page for child rates.

                 Cdn  U.S.
         T-Shirt:$20 ($15) x ___ =$_____ S  M  L  XL
                                         Colour: Black, Natural
        Size XXL:$23 ($17) x ___ =$_____ XXL
                                         Colour: Black, Natural
       Size XXXL:$25 ($20) x ___ =$_____ XXXL
                                         Colour: Black ONLY

          Contributor Membership: $_____ Cdn: $30     USD: $24

                            Total $_____  in Cdn or U.S.                     

 Make Cheque or Money Order payable to: Toronto Trek and Send to:
   Toronto Trek
   P.O. Box 7097
   Station A
   Toronto, ON
   M5W 1X7   




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