Join us in beautiful downtown Kingston, Ontario, for the 2025 FUSION Conference, presented in partnership with the Kingston Potters’ Guild. This year’s theme, Women in Clay, celebrates the outstanding work of three presenters: Naomi Clement, Candice Methe, and Grace Han.

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This conference is packed with inspiration, education, and connection for makers of all levels:

• Demonstrations & Insights
  Learn from Naomi, Candice, and Grace as they share their unique processes, techniques, and stories, helping you explore your own voice in ceramics.

• Business of Craft
  Naomi Clement will lead a focused discussion on marketing, pricing, and building a sustainable online craft business.

• Exclusive Exhibition
  Attend the opening of the Fireworks exhibition at the Great Lakes Museum on May 30. This catered event is open to all conference attendees and sets the stage for an unforgettable weekend.

• Make it Fun!
  Take part in the mug and bowl sale, shop the vendor booths with exclusive deals, win raffle prizes, and join us for the Saturday night social at the Wharf and Feather Bar in the lobby of the Holiday Inn. 

 

Registration 

Secure your spot early to guarantee your place at this highly anticipated event!

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• $325 – Preferred rate for FUSION and/or Kingston Potters' Guild Members (*this rate is only available until February 15, 2025)

• $395 – Early bird rate for FUSION and/or Kingston Potters' Guild  (*this rate is only available from February 16 - April 15, 2025)

• $495 – FUSION and Kingston Potters' Guild member Pricing (after April 15, 2025)

• $595 – General public rate (you may wish to join FUSION today to get the preferred member rate)

• $95 – Students (with proof of enrollment)​

 

All prices are subject to HST.  Sorry, we are unable to refund conference ticket sales. 

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Accommodations

Fusion Conference Location: Holiday Inn Waterfront

Address: 2 Princess St, Kingston, ON K7L 1A2 Phone: 613-549-8400

Conference Rate: $219/night + $30/night parking (plus taxes). Please quote FUSION or CLA when you call or book directly via this  link. 

The Strata Hotel is offering FUSION conference guests a special room rate of $165/night (plus taxes). Please call 613-546-4411 and quote Fusion25. The Strata Hotel is at 1187 Princess St. Kingston, Ontario K7M 3E1 and is a 12 minute drive to the conference..

 

Limited billeting is also available through Kingston Potters’ Guild members on a first-come, first-served basis. Apply for Billeting.

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Walking Distance to Conference:

Confederation Place Hotel – 237 Ontario Street
Kingston Marriott  – 285 King Street East
Delta Hotel Waterfront – 1 Johnson Street
Residence Inn by Mariott – 7 Earl Street
Rosemount Inn – 40 Sydenham Street
Hochelaga Inn – 24 Sydenham Street
Secret Garden Inn – 73 Sydenham Street
The Smith Hotel – 221 Queen Street (suites with kitchen)

10 Minutes Drive from the Conference:
Strata Hotel – 1187 Princess Street
Best Western Fireside Inn – 1217 Princess Street
Double Tree Hilton and Home 2 Suites Hilton – 1550 Princess Street

Close to 401:
Comfort Inn Highway 401 – 55 Warne Crescent
Days Inn by Windham – 1 First Canada Avenue
Quality Inn & Conference Centre – 33 Benson Street

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