Our Sponsors


		What began in 1960 as a two vessel, two terminal operation has grown into one of the largest, most sophisticated ferry transportation systems in the world. Our fleet of 38 vessels serves a diverse range of communities - up to 47 ports of call - along the coast of British Columbia, Canada. www.bcferries.com

		Italian for "welcome", is the name the Butcharts used for their original estate, now a National Historic Site of Canada, and still owned by family descendants. The Butchart Gardens offers 22ha (55 acres) of wonderful floral display located in Greater Victoria on Vancouver Island. The family's commitment to horticulture and hospitality continues to this day. www.butchartgardens.com

		Founded in 1954, the Canadian Rose Society serves over 800 members and is an educational, non-profit organization dedicated exclusively to the cultivation and enjoyment of roses throughout Canada. www.canadianrosesociety.org

		Hatley Park is Canada’s largest and most diverse national historic site. This authentic, and beautifully preserved Edwardian estate is nestled on the southern tip of Vancouver Island just 25 minutes from downtown Victoria. www.hatleypark.ca

		Select Roses is a farm-style nursery/greenhouse specializing in the hybridizing and growing of beautiful garden roses. Our nursery, located in South Langley, is as unique and special as the roses we sell. We pride ourselves in offering fellow gardeners the finest in selection and quality of rose bushes in Western Canada. www.selectroses.ca

		This elegant nectar, enjoyed regularly as a tea by Leonardo DaVinci, is found at five-star hotels, restaurants, spas and retailers worldwide. SENCER can be served chilled as a refreshing alternative to juice or soft drinks, or it can be mixed with them as well as with champagne, vodka, rum, gin, sake and many cordials. www.SenceNectar.com

		Wilson's Transportation Ltd, a 100% local family owned and operated company, has over 35 years experience operating in Victoria, BC, Canada. www.wilsonstransportation.com

		W.P.J. McCarthy and Company Ltd. is one of Canada's leading independent real estate development and consulting companies. Established in 1988 by William McCarthy, we are property managers, developers, real estate agents and consultants. Our professional focus and expertise is commercial real estate. We own and manage our own portfolio and provide consulting services to our clients. www.wpjmccarthy.com

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Did you know…?

Imagine - A rose with your name on it.

Enter a draw to name a rose by registering and paying for the Rose Convention and booking your accommodation at the Westin Bayshore Hotel by October 15, 2008. The "Name a Rose" contest is sponsored by breeder Brad Jalbert of Select Roses.