Media Accreditation

Accreditation Requirements
Terms & Conditions
FAQ's

All members of the media may apply to become accredited to attend BANFF 2012. However, space is limited and there are only a limited number of press passes available. Email the following information to banff@miller-pr.com

Applicants for media accreditation are asked to follow these guidelines:

Submit a brief bio (50-words max.)

Indicate the size of your audience such as the blog or organization’s readership, page views, etc. Outline the topics, people or ideas you are interested in covering.

Provide a summary of how you plan to cover the event including a clear description of what kind of coverage you wish to provide during the event.

Include contact e-mail, phone number and address in case we need to contact you to clarify anything outlined above.

Terms & Conditions

Media accreditation for BANFF 2012 will be decided based upon the following criteria:

Fit of publication to BANFF 2012 topics and speakers
Quality of applicant’s personal output and that of his/her media outlet
Audience reach of media outlet(s)
Proposed coverage plans that generate maximum exposure for BANFF topic

Accreditation will be determined at the discretion of the BANFF Marketing Department based on the above criteria. BANFF 2012 reserves the right to limit accreditation to applicants who best demonstrate they meet the criteria listed above.

At its own discretion, BANFF reserves the right to allow limited, temporary access to members of the media during the event itself. This is designed to allow those who do not have full accreditation to interview speakers or attend seminars so they can cover the event.

If an applicant would like to guarantee access, all members of the media not accredited are welcome to purchase a ticket while they’re still available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Registration and accommodation
A few days after your press registration request is accepted, you will receive a personal login and password by email which will allow you to book your hotel online and contact participants through the Online Community which has the contact details of all attending professionals.

How do I obtain press accreditation?
To obtain press accreditation for the show you are required to work as a professional journalist for a relevant publication and comply with our set of criteria. The Banff World Media Festival reserves the right to grant press registration or not depending on these criteria.

How do I pick up my press badge?

If you are granted accreditation for BANFF 2012, you will be sent a registration link enabling you to register for the event online.
Your press badge must be collected in Banff at the Press Registration desk when you arrive.
If you have not registered using the link, please be prepared to current information speaking to your status as a member of the press, including, but not limited to: a recent published article, a notice from the editor and chief of your publication

How long before BANFF 2012 can I obtain press registration?

You can apply for accreditation at any time before June 10th, 2012. Should you wish to register after that, please contact our PR team at banff@miller-pr.com

What does my press status give me access to during BANFF 2012?

Press registration gives you access to all sessions, awards and social events (unless stipulated "invitation only").
Press registration gives you access to the designate Press Room at the Fairmont Banff Springs Conference Center.
Press registration gives you front of line access to the Banff World Media Awards gala, as well as all sessions and panels during BANFF 2012.

What are the services that you provide journalists during the show?

Accredited journalists have access to the Press Room at the Fairmont Banff Springs Conference Center which includes an editorial room equipped with PC computers, Internet connections, a printer and the assistance of a permanent staff member.
Should and journalist wish to arrange for pre-event or onsite one-on-one interviews, these will be arranged by the BANFF 2012 PR Team at banff@miller-pr.com

How should I be using the BANFF.connect tool?

If you wish to view the delegate list and arrange for meetings via our ‘Email a Delegate’ tool, you may do so by logging in with your email address and you 5-number PIN.
*The Meeting Exchange tool is not to be used to book interviews. This tool is strictly for delegates wishing to meet with Executives for business purposes. If you wish to interview an Executive, contact the BANFF 2012 PR Team at banff@miller-pr.com

What do I do if I lose my BANFF.connect personal login and password?

Your username for .connect is the email address you used to register, and the 5-digit pin that was sent to you upon registration.

Can you help me find accommodation?
If you are a registered journalist we can help you find accommodation. Please be advised that there are a limited number of hotels located in Banff and a limited number of rooms at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. We advise that you organize accommodation as early as possible.

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Media Accreditation