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The 2009 Temiskaming International Plowing Match (IPM)  has yet another accolade winning the prestigious 'Event of the Year' by the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO).

The City of Temiskaming Shores proudly nominated the I.P.M. and for the first time, an event held in Northern Ontario as 'Event of the Year' with a gala held in Huntsville on November 8, 2010.

“It was an honor and a privilege for James Franks and I to accept the award on behalf of the board and the 1500 volunteers,” said Sean Mackey, IPM Committee member who accepted the award from the Ontario Minister of Tourism Michael Chan.

“A special Thanks to the city of Temiskaming Shores for the nomination. This is the first time an event in Northern Ontario has ever won the award," said Mackey, "and it once again puts Northern Ontario in the spotlight. The Temiskaming IPM was definitely the talk of the summit.”

The Chairperson of the 2009 Temiskaming International Plowing Match, Carman Kidd said that it was a privilege to be part of a group of volunteers, who took on the tremendous challenge of hosting an event of this magnitude. "This event showcased all that is great about this area and its residents, to the rest of the world. This is truly a testament to the people of Northeastern Ontario. I would like to thank the selection committee for this is truly an honour to have been selected for this award.”

Chris Milner, Director of Northern Partnerships, OTMPC, suggested that, “OTMPC and its Northern partners were privileged to be able to participate in the event as exhibitors in the tented city. Although this was the first time that the event was held in Northern Ontario, I trust that the success will mean that it will return to the north again in the future. It is memorable events such as this that increase awareness of Northern Ontario and all it has to offer.”

Ontario’s Minister of Tourism, Michael Chan, provided the following words of congratulations to the winners of the award. “On behalf of the Government of Ontario, I would like to congratulate you on  receiving the Event of the Year Award at the 2010 Ontario Tourism Summit for the 2009 Temiskaming International Plowing Match. This Event played a key role in promoting our province as a premier tourist destination and demonstrated leadership in the industry.”

“The City of Temiskaming Shores was proud to submit the 2009 Temiskaming IPM for this award as we felt that the volunteers behind this event created a legacy for our area. We are extremely happy that the event was chosen by the Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) as the provincial winner for the Event of the Year. It is extremely gratifying when an award like this is chosen by your peers in the tourism industry.” Stated James Franks, Economic Development & Funding Coordinator for the City of Temiskaming Shores.

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