Association Partners

WowGao has established long term, rewarding partnerships with numerous leading international and local IT associations, and business organizations. Such partnerships provide WowGao with the means to reach millions of IT professionals around the world, and promote this great event.

We would also like to express our gratitude to all three levels of Canadian government for their endorsement to this show.

Canadian Information Processing Society (CIPS)
Founded in 1958, CIPS is Canada's association of Information Technology (IT) professionals. CIPS represents IT professionals on issues affecting the industry and profession.
CIPS is also involved in a number of initiatives related to public policy, setting standards within the IT profession and assisting its community. Three of the main programs are the certification of IT professionals (Information Systems Professional - I.S.P. designation); the accreditation of computer science, software engineering, and MIS programs in Canadian colleges and universities; and the organization of a Women in IT program to educate high school girls about career opportunities in IT. For more information, contact info@cips.ca
Website: http://www.cips.ca/

The Wireless Communications Alliance (WCA), founded in 1993, is a Silicon Valley-based non-profit business league of 2000 individuals and 350+ companies and organizations dealing in wireless technology and markets. The goals of the WCA are to promote education, networking and exchange of non-proprietary information; increase awareness of Northern California's vast wireless capabilities; and assist a broad spectrum of companies, including start-ups. The WCA organizes monthly meetings with presentations on a wide spectrum of topics including the technical and marketing aspects of wireless products and services, regulatory issues, wireless standards and investor-driven wireless market analysis. The web site, www.wca.org, lists current events as well as past presentations and other pertinent information relating to the wireless space. The WCA is run by an all-volunteer Board of Directors.
Website: http://www.wca.org/
Circulation/membership: 2,350

The Silicon Valley Chinese Wireless Technology Association (SVCWireless) was established on August 1, 2000 by a group of wireless technology professionals and enthusiasts who share a common interest in the emerging China wireless market.
SVCWireless is an open association that embraces everyone interested in learning and sharing knowledge on wireless technologies and business activities. Not just technology focused, SVCWireless also promotes entrepreneurship, networking and learning, with a focus on building a bridge between the wireless industries in Asia and the United States.
In less than three years, the membership has extended beyond 3,000 members consisting of wireless technologists, senior Telecom executives, venture capitalists, investment bankers, lawyers, and other business professionals. SVCWireless has continued to expand with new chapters in Beijing, Shanghai and Taiwan. SVCWireless is a California registered non-profit organization based in Silicon Valley.
Website: http://www.svcwireless.org/
Circulation/membership: 3,000

The Wired Woman Society (WWS) is a non-profit technology association for professionals who want to know more about current technologies and career opportunities in Canada's technology sector. Our organization provides a positive space for women and girls to build successful careers in the technology sector by providing career resources, education programs, networking opportunities, academic presentations and professional development seminars.
The Toronto Chapter of the Wired Woman Society conducts low cost bi-monthly seminars which provide a forum for women to hear from guest speakers who provide cutting-edge technology information, discuss relevant career issues and share their experiences about working in Canada's technology sector. Our membership consists of businesswomen from both large multinational organizations and small entrepreneurial firms from all sectors of the technology industry. The Wired Woman Society has over 2000 members across the country, with chapters in Toronto, Ottawa, Calgary, Winnipeg and Vancouver. Website: http://www.wiredwoman.com/toronto/
Circulation/membership: 2,000

The Toronto Wireless User Group (TorWUG) is a discussion forum for professionals who want to know more about mobile and wireless technologies. TorWUG is a non-profit organization, and conducts FREE quarterly seminars. Our speakers provide cutting-edge information, exciting demonstrations, and discuss relevant issues.
TorWUG is not a marketing forum. All presentations are educational. Our goal is to educate the public about mobility and wireless technologies; present vendor solutions that address real challenges; discuss project experiences; examine why firms should engage in building mobile applications; present customer case studies and return on investment studies. Register for our next FREE meeting here.
Website: http://www.torwug.org

WINBC (Wireless Innovation Network Society of BC) is the focal point for wireless in BC and a leading wireless association. British Columbia has a 25-year history of successful wireless design and innovation and has grown to over 150 wireless companies in infrastructure and devices to enabling software, enterprise applications, games and peer-to-peer solutions. Find your wireless partner at WINBC.
Website: http://www.winbc.org

Since 1991 the non-profit Network Professional Association (NPA) has served as the advocate for the international network computing professional. With a focus on professionalism, the NPA's international membership adheres to a code-of-ethics and strives for continual growth. The impartial strength of the NPA is a result of vendor neutrality and self-regulation. The Association's directive is to support and promote the role of the network professional. For more information, visit www.npa.org or call 888-NPA-NPA0.

The Canadian Linux Users' Exchange (CLUE) promotes the use of Linux in Canada by fostering communications and cooperation between users, developers, the media, the general public, and the private and public sectors. Our goal is to increase the use and appreciation of Linux in Canada by enhancing association and communication amongst its developers, users, suppliers and the general public.
CLUE will serve the Canadian computer industry and its users as follows:
1. CLUE promotes cooperation amongst Linux users and the various Linux User Groups across Canada by activities including, but not limited to, sponsoring several Linux-in-Canada mailing lists.
2. CLUE works with local Linux User Groups to coordinate national and international events promoting the advocacy of Linux such as installation festivals, seminars and trade shows. CLUE will also act as an advocate for Canadian Linux users within the international community.
3. CLUE provides media liaison between the Linux community and the Canadian media, both making the media aware of Linux and monitoring Linux's media coverage.
4. CLUE acts as an advocate on behalf of Linux and the interests of Linux users in Canada within both the private and public sectors.
5. CLUE provides a single point of contact for any company, group or agency wishing to reach the Linux community in Canada.
Website: http://www.linux.ca/

Fort-Ross Information Technology Services is a consortium of largest and most technically competent information technology companies in Saint-Petersburg, Russia. By joining forces under the leadership and control of Fort-Ross, we are able to offer our customers a synergistic and comprehensive range of technologies and solutions. Today Fort-Ross Information Technology Services unites 37 companies with more than 2,800 highly qualified, professional software engineers. Many have advanced graduate level degrees in Computer Science. Fort-Ross is affiliated with leading St-Petersburg Universities, which gives us access to the superb research, technical capabilities and human resources.
Website: http://www.fort-ross.ru
Estimated members: 2,800

ITAC is the voice of the Canadian information technology industry. Together with its affiliated organizations across the country, the association represents 1300 companies in the information and communications technology (ICT) industry in all sectors including the production of hardware, microelectronics, software and electronic content and the delivery of ICT services. ITAC's network of companies accounts for more than 70 per cent of the 597,000 jobs, $123 billion in revenue, $11.2 billion in R&D investment, $21 billion in exports and $12.3 billion in capital expenditure that the sector contributes annually to the Canadian economy.
ITAC's mission is to identify and lead on issues that affect our industry and to advocate initiatives, which will enable its continued growth and development.
Website: http://www.itac.ca/
Circulation/membership: 1,300

160 Characters is a membership forum for individuals and companies in the world-wide mobile messaging industry.
It aims to promote and support the mobile messaging industry though its activities that include a free weekly newsletter, regular knowledge and networking events in UK, industry training and education, and online resources including a comprehensive mobile messaging news portal.
Website: http://www.160characters.org/

Canada China Alliance for Information Technology Enterprises (CCAITE) is a private sector, non-profit and non-political membership organization. The CCAITE's mandate includes the following:
* To facilitate information exchange in research, education, regulation and business practices of information technology and its related areas in Canada and China;
* To provide practical and focused assistance to Canadian companies or organizations that are active or interested in the information technology industry of China and Chinese information technology companies or organizations with Canadian ties.
Website: http://www.ccaite.org

ProductionHUB.com is the most trusted online resource within the production industry. Developed as a tool for people to locate production products, services and professionals, ProductionHUB has expanded to include a Request Engine, News, Events, Jobs and Classifieds. We remain committed to providing an online starting point for the production industry, and any professional with a production need. This philosophy has enabled us to become the number one industry information resource, with more than 100,000 monthly users
Website: http://www.ProductionHUB.com

The York Technology Association creates a forum for information exchange, education and growth. The association fosters positive, constructive activity that leads to the growth and success of all technology stakeholders across the GTA. Industry and government involvement supports technology enterprises in building the current strength of their companies and planning for future growth.
Member companies range from the large multinationals to mid-range and smaller entrepreneurial firms and include all sectors of the technology industry and service providers.
YTA - The portal to the technology community across the GTA.
Website: http://www.yorktech.ca/

SMART Toronto Technology Alliance is a leading member-based technology association that represents the interests of the technology industry within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). A full time staff dedicated to delivering member programs and services ensures there is no slow down in launching new initiatives.
Members include a broad base of small, medium and large enterprises from all sectors of the technology industry, including: software developers, system integrators, telecommunications companies, Internet companies, ISP's, ASP's, and content developers. Supporting members include advanced manufacturers, government, education, and professional service companies that either service or support the technology industry.
By providing a hub of connection between business, education and government, SMART Toronto Technology Alliance serves as a vital resource to the industry in providing education, business development programs and advocacy.
Website: http://www.eserves.ca/hebergement-asp-php.html

Canadian Advanced Technology Alliance (CATAAlliance) is Canada's leading, most influential and entrepreneurial technology alliance. It is committed to growing the global competitiveness of its members, 80% of which are currently active exporters. The common purpose that unites the membership is CATAAlliance's commitment to members' business growth. With offices across the country, we are focused on the provision of business services and government relations programs that conserve and leverage member resources. Because members are action-oriented businesses, CATAAlliance responds with action when members need specific services or activities. The "Traditional Champion" of Canadian research and development, CATAAlliance's mission is to stimulate "Global Business Growth" through the forces of Canadian innovation and strategic partnership.
Website: http://www.cata.ca/

The National Association of Communication Systems Engineers is the leading vendor-neutral IT certifying organization in the U.S. NACSE programs are offered around the Globe. NACSE currently offers 62 certifications in the 5 Major IT Disciplines. Those are: Data/Networking, Telecomm, Web Design & Development Programming, Business Skills for IT Professionals.
Website: http://www.nacse.com

The Integration Consortium, is a non-profit, leading industry body responsible for influencing the direction of the integration industry. Our members champion Integration Acumen by establishing standards, guidelines, best practices, research and the articulation of strategic and measurable business benefits. The Integration Consortium’s motto is “Forging Integration Value.”
The mission of the member-driven Integration Consortium is to establish universal seamless integration which engages industry stakeholders from the business & technology community.
Among the sectors represented in the Integration Consortium membership are end user corporations, independent software vendors (ISVs), hardware vendors, system integrators, academic institutions, non-profit institutions and individual members, as well as various industry leaders.
Website: http://www.integrationconsortium.org

The Association of Independent Consultants (AIC) includes specialists, experts, and outsourced contractors in many fields. The AIC holds educational networking meetings, workshops, and their website has articles on consulting, a discussion board and a searchable database of consultants, helps you find specialists, experts and outsourced contractors in many fields. Consultants are available for hire, or for media interviews.
Website: http://www.aiconsult.ca/

The Society of Internet Professionals (SIP) is an international, non-profit organization of professionals, businesses and organizations involved with the Internet. We are a vendor neutral, member based organization. SIP mission is to enhance educational and professional standards for the Internet professionals and as such SIP's main mandate is to standardize certification and accreditation of Internet Professionals. Practicing Internet professionals are invited to apply for certified membership of SIP (CMSIP). Associate Membership in SIP is un- restricted and open to all.
Website: http://www.sipgroup.org

eBiz Toronto was established out of a shared concern about Canada's relatively slow pace of eBusiness adoption.
We are an independent, not for profit organization, driven by the enthusiasm and dedication of our membership. While founded independently, eBiz Toronto agrees with the majority of the key issues identified by the Canadian eBusiness Opportunities Roundtable. Our intent is to work towards the same goals, focusing specifically on the Greater Toronto Area. Take a look at our detailed objectives and get to know us better.
With an impressive membership spanning businesses, financial organizations, government representatives, various Toronto associations, educational institutions and the media, our goal is to be an organization that does.
Website: http://www.ebiztoronto.org/index.html

LPI was formally incorporated as a Canadian non-profit in October 25, 1999, and is headquartered near Toronto. We attempt to being together an active and committed community together with the companies and professionals who can fund and carry out LPI's initiatives. LPI is recognized worldwide as the premier organization advocating and assisting in the professional use of Linux, open source, and free software.
While LPI is working on a number of initiatives to accomplish the above goals, it is currently best known for its Linux skills certification certification exams. LPI's industry standard certifications are delivered in thousands of locations worldwide, in multiple languages and with the support of employers, vendors, and trainers.
Website: http://www.lpi.org/
Circulation/membership: 5,000

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BITePRO is an association aimed at providing Professional Development and Personal Development Programs for professionals in Information Technology.
As well BITePRO has many programs designed to give back to the community through its Outreach efforts.
Although BITePRO is geared at providing professional development for those employed in the I.T. sector, membership is inclusive and anyone that supports the association's mission statement and visions can become a member. Many programs have been created for the "low-tech" person and those who are not directly employed in I.T., but have an interest in learning more, are welcomed to become a member as well.
Our mission statement is to advance and promote excellence of professionals within the Information Technology field.
Website: http://www.bitepro.com/

The Internet Law & Policy Forum (ILPF) is a nonprofit business association that was formed in 1995 by leading companies such as Netscape, AOL, Visa, Fujitsu and British Telecom. The organization focuses on the complex issues facing governments and businesses as the Internet becomes an increasingly significant aspect of our economy and society.
Through its conferences, working groups, and expert workshops, the ILPF provides a neutral forum and international perspective in order to discover best practices and develop practical solutions for the multi-faceted challenges posed by the Internet in the realms of law, policy, technology and business.
Website: http://www.ilpf.org/