TORONTO 2014

Toronto is Canadas largest and most

cosmopolitan city situated on beautiful Lake
Ontario. It is one of the most dynamic,
culturally diverse and vibrant cities infused
with arts, culture, stunning architecture and
a friendly atmosphere.
SIGHTSEEING IDEAS
Toronto Zoo The Toronto Zoo received a
pair of giant pandas Er Shun and Da
Mao through a conservation partnership
agreement with China. The pandas are on
exhibit at the Toronto Zoo.
St. Lawrence Market Named by
National Geographic Magazine as the top
food market in 2012; the market is a
bustling food mecca complex with antique
dealers, retail shops and over 120
independent specialty food vendors.

CN Tower The CN Tower stands at 1,815
feet and provides spectacular views of the
city. A must see!
Niagara Falls Take a day trip to see the
Falls and include a stop at Niagara-on-the-
Lake where you can schedule a tour to visit
local wineries and sample the local wines of
the Niagara region.
MCI Canada is LCIs appointed local tour
operator and tour information will soon be
posted on our website. If you have any
questions or would like to arrange a special
tour for your group, please email them at:
lionsinfo@mci-group.com

REGISTRATION AND HOTELS
Registration is open for Toronto
2014!

For the Convention Schedule,
Convention Registration, Delegation
Hotel Assignments and much more,
visit us on the web at:
www.lionsclubs.org/EN/news-and-
events/international-
convention/index.php

Lions Clubs International
300 W. 22
nd
Street
Oak Brook, IL 60523
Phone (630) 468-6731
convention@lionsclubs.org



97
TH

INTERNATIONAL
CONVENTION
TORONTO,
CANADA
LIONS CLUBS
INTERNATIONAL
July 4 8, 2014



Come to Toronto!
TORONTO 2014
Lions and their guests are invited to attend
the International Convention to be held in
Toronto, Canada. The convention dates are:
Friday, July 4 Tuesday, July 8, 2014.
LCIs exhibit hall and most convention
events will take place in the South Building
of the Metro Toronto Convention Centre
(MTCC).
The International Show and all three
convention plenary sessions will be at the
nearby Air Canada Centre.

CONVENTION HIGHLIGHTS

The 2014 convention in Toronto will have a
great variety of cultural events and programs
including:
PARADE
The International Parade of Nations will be
held on Saturday, July 5
th
. Join in the fun of
celebrating Lionism to the sound of
marching bands and the viewing of colorful
native dress.

SEMINARS
Attend educational and informative
seminars on topics such as:
-Club and district leadership
-Leo and youth programs
-Programs for women in Lionism
-Membership growth offering proven
techniques and ideas

INTERNATIONAL SHOW
A highlight of convention week, the
International Show featuring performer Neil
Sedaka will be held at the Air Canada
Centre. Attendance is open to all registered
attendees.


International Show featuring singer
Neil Sedaka

TICKETED EVENTS

MEMBERSHIP KEY AWARDS ICE
CREAM SOCIAL Sunday, July 6
th

All key award holders are welcome to attend
this fun afternoon event where LCI will
honor your dedication and contribution
towards membership growth.

MELVIN JONES FELLOWSHIP
LUNCHEON Monday, July 7
th

This recognition luncheon honors Melvin
Jones Fellows. It includes a tribute and
presentation of awards to 100% Melvin
Jones clubs and individuals who supported
LCIF. There is also a video presentation.
Attendance is open to MJF Lions and their
guests.

DISTRICT GOVERNOR/PAST
DISTRICT GOVERNOR BANQUET
Monday July 7
th

All current District Governors and Past
District Governors are invited to an evening
of festivities and fellowship on Monday
evening at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel.

SAVE ON YOUR AIRLINE TICKETS!

Discounted airfares are available with Porter
Airlines for travel to the 2014 Toronto
Convention. Porter Air is an affordable
regional airline headquartered in Toronto
and operates regularly scheduled flights
between destinations in Canada and the U.S.
Lions Clubs delegates receive a 15%
discount for travel on Porter Airlines.

Discounts will also be available through the
Star Alliance (United, Air Canada, Lufthansa
airlines). Visit the web for all event airline
discounts www.lionsclubs.org/EN/news-
and-events/international-convention/travel-
tours/news-conv-preview-airline.php

PASSPORTS
American visitors travelling by air will
require a valid U.S. Passport.
Toronto is conveniently located from
several US cities.
City Miles to Toronto
Atlantic City, NJ 567
Boston, MA 566
Buffalo, NY 96
Chicago, IL 534
Cincinnati, OH 501
Cleveland, OH 297
Detroit, MI 236
New York, NY 529
Philadelphia, PA 508
Pittsburgh, PA 324
Washington, DC 517
If driving to Toronto you are required to
have either a U.S. Passport or a U.S.
Passport Card which is a limited use travel
document for travel by land or sea.
Visit the State Dept. website for additional
details at www.travel.state.gov.