We live to create unforgettable experiences.
Your event is our passion. We plan corporate, diplomatic, non-profit, and government events, parties, conferences, trade shows, launches, festivals, expositions, fundraisers, and other events that bring people together.
We have turn-key solutions for your event and other dynamic areas of your organization. Our experience in event planning, virtual events, marketing, communications, commerce, and digital and traditional media makes us unique in Ottawa event management.
Our team plans and produces major events in Ottawa.
Our team managed, directed, and produced the 2018 Capital Pride Festival and the inaugural 2019 Capital Pride WinterPride Festival. In 2022, we helped the National Capital Commission launch its first Public Open House: OPEN NCC.
Since 2017, our team has:
Created milestone celebrations for Shopify, Emond Harnden Law, and Hendry Warren LLP.
Produced an ongoing event series for Carlingwood Shopping Centre.
Designed and executed Davie Shipbuilding’s and Federal Fleet Services’ annual presence at CANSEC, Canada's largest global defence & security trade show.
Organized commercial real estate launches in Ottawa with Colonnade BridgePort and Zinati Realty.
Planned fundraisers in support of the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation and helped To The Stan and Back raise money to support front-line workers, first responders and veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces.
Worked alongside multiple embassies and trade missions in Ottawa to help plan their presence at community events.
Raised and managed 100s of thousands of dollars in corporate sponsorships
What can we help you do?
Here’s how we help:
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Enjoy your event and achieve your goals while we handle challenges and solve issues.
We expertly manage logistics, infrastructure, lighting & AV, food and beverage, location selection, decor, themes, guest list management, invitations, talent management, sponsor acquisition and management, insurance, and health & safety.
We also offer event staffing for all types of activations.
Whatever you’re planning, we’ve got you covered. We’ve done galas, receptions, stage productions, launches, awards, trade shows, expos, AGMs, and conferences. Now we’d love to do something with you!
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We can help with brand development, marketing strategy, advertising campaigns, promotional programs, copywriting, social media, graphic design and print production, and website development.
We’ve delivered solutions for local, national, and international audiences and our work has been seen by millions.
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We have solutions for traditional and digital media, public and media relations, Point-of-sale and eCommerce technology, video production, and a lot more.
Our experience is deep, varied, and unique, and we want to help you find solutions for even the most challenging issues.
And here’s what we do:
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Planning a conference? Time to get working on the AGM? Getting together for some team building?
We have cost-effective and simple solutions for meetings and conferences big and small!
We know which venue has the best views, coffee, and staff. And we know where the comfiest beds are.
With our partners, we deliver on-budget AV and print solutions that wow.
Our unique event-planning background means a memorable experience that leaves attendees excited for the next gathering.
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We can help you celebrate mergers, launches, anniversaries, retirements, holidays or simple a gathering of colleagues.
Check out our event showcase to see how we’ve celebrated with Shopify, RBC, Prescience, Emond Harnden Law, and Hendry Warren LLP.
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We love creating events for the public and inviting them to connect with your brand, learn about your organization, or simply celebrate an occasion.
We produced Capital Pride 2018 and WinterPride 2019, helped the National Capital Commission connect with the public at Open NCC, and increased community foot traffic at shopping centres.
Check out our event showcase to see what we’ve created.
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Amazing staff make amazing events. We can greet your guests, run your promotion, staff your bar, setup and teardown your event, and bring your activations to life.
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Marketing is a big one. We can design and print anything. We can write your MC script. We can write your press release and give you media coaching. Websites, e-commerce, and social media are natural to us.
Want to go even bigger? We can help strategize on branding and develop your marketing plan.
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Our team
Christian Garceau
Emilie Darlington
David Dault
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Christian is the founder at ASA.
I was an early days Shopify employee (#145) where I launched customer experience for Shopify Plus, supporting major clients like BlackMilk, Strava, The Chivery, and the 2016 Presidential campaign for Hillary Clinton.
I then launched an influencer program called Shopify VIP and worked with megastars like Kylie Jenner and Jeffree Starr. It was fun, but I wanted to plan events. Events are my passion.
During the pandemic, I managed the growth of a US-based e-commerce and media company as EVP of Operations for Knocking.
I have an Advanced 3-year Diploma in Advertising from Algonquin College and a certification in Event Management from QC Event School.
Outside of work, I’m all about travel, food, and my two Maine Coon cats, Reykjavík and Isobel.
Learn more about me at christiangarceau.com
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Emilie is the Production Director at ASA.
My many years of experience in the hospitality industry, creative background in Fine Art, and passion for making other people happy led to my career in event management.
I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Ottawa and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Event Management from Algonquin College.
I’m a highly skilled English writer, possessing a Minor in English. I’ve held management positions throughout my professional career in the Fine Dining and Hospitality industry, and curatorial roles in Fine Art.
My artistry brings a unique sense of creativity to event planning.
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David is the Creative Director at ASA
After studying photography at Algonquin College, I ventured into hairstyling studying at the Ottawa Academy. I further trained in NYC, Toronto and with over a decade of experience in the field, I opened my own salon-studio, Le Coiffeur.
After closing doors in 2020 due to the pandemic, I joined Knocking as a brand manager and went on to work with 500+ brands and major US TV networks and shows. After a year and a half in that role, I changed position and became the culture lead. As part of that role, I produced concerts, activities, webinars, games for our company of 100+ employees.
My eye for design comes in handy with creating and curating decor and concepts for events.
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