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Presentation Schedule

Friday April 3

Grill School Stage

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1:00 pm Maddie & Kiki How to grill the PERFECT steak (and learn how to build it into the ULTIMATE Philly Cheese steak sandwich)
4:00 pm Canadian BBQ Boys Learn from BBQ Cleaning Experts Matt and Mike on how to clean and maintain your BBQ.
5:00 pm Joan Kelley Walker Bring your backyard dilemma, landscaping, decking and other outdoor build questions and get practical and relevant advice by a panel of Backyard Living Expo experts.
6:00 pm Chef Ted Reader Help! What grill or smoker should I buy??? Let the Godfather of the Grill walk you through all the grill options and brands for purchasing your next barbecue while you enjoy his mouth watering recipes hot off the stage!

Pro Series Stage

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12:30 pm Chris Palmer Extend your living space and add that much needed privacy in congested living areas.
1:30 pm Ben Cullen Plant a Perennial Powerhouse: Lean how to plan a perennial garden for all season interest.
2:30 pm Etobicoke Master Gardeners Dream-Design-Dig: Planning a Successful Garden
4:30 pm Tom Herstad Learn all about exterior lighting options that invite you outside, expand your living space and add value to your life.
5:30 pm Melissa Tossell Learn how to design a functional outdoor space that not only looks great but actually works for your family’s needs.

Saturday April 4

Grill School Stage

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Speaker

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11:00 am  Joan Kelley Walker Bring your backyard dilemma, landscaping, decking and other outdoor build questions and get practical and relevant advice by a panel of Backyard Living Expo experts.
12:00 pm Maddie & Kiki Grilled Buffalo Chicken & Ranch Stuffed Kaiser Bowls: Learn how to compose an all-purpose BBQ rub, make a homemade ranch dip, grill a perfectly juicy chicken breast, and incorporate it into a rich and creamy grilled buffalo chicken bread bowl that is sure to please the whole family.
1:00 pm Ted Reader Help! What grill or smoker should I buy??? Let the Godfather of the Grill walk you through all the grill options and brands for purchasing your next barbecue while you enjoy one or two of his mouth watering recipes hot off the stage! 
2:00pm Chef Jagger Gordon TBA
3:00pm Ted Reader
The Art of making the best burgers:  Grilled Burgers, Smash Burgers, Smoked Burgers-
How to make your burgers juicy and delicious.
4:00 pm Canadian BBQ Boys Learn from BBQ Cleaning Experts Matt and Mike on how to clean and maintain your BBQ.

Pro Series Stage

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Speaker

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10:30 am Tom Herstad Learn all about exterior lighting options that invite you outside, expand your living space and add value to your life.
11:30 pm Frankie Flowers Light up your Landscape: Frankie Flowers dives into lighting up your landscape. The reasons why, what you need to know, how to do it safely and the newest in technology. Joining Frankie is an expert from the Electrical Safety Association to answer and and all outdoor electrical questions and concerns.
12:30 pm Chris Palmer Homeowner’s Guide on Decks and Railings
1:30 pm Ben Cullen Plant a Perennial Powerhouse: Lean how to plan a perennial garden for all season interest.
2:30 pm Melissa Tossell Learn how to design a functional outdoor space that not only looks great but actually works for your family’s needs.
3:30 pm Etobicoke Master Gardeners Dream-Design-Dig: Planning a Successful Garden

Sunday April 3

Grill School Stage

Time

Speaker

Details

11:00 am Joan Kelley Walker Bring your backyard dilemma, landscaping, decking and other outdoor build questions and get practical and relevant advice by a panel of Backyard Living Expo experts.
12:00 pm Maddie & Kiki How to grill the PERFECT steak (and learn how to build it into the ULTIMATE Philly Cheese steak sandwich)
Learn the theory behind grilling a perfectly cooked steak. From best cuts to use, to BBQ rub, to temperature, to resting and slicing, this class is for BEEF lovers!
1:00 pm Chef Jagger Gordon TBA
2:00 pm Maddie & Kiki

Hickory-Smoked Planked Turkey Meatloaf : Learn how to use cedar planks on the grill to create a juicy turkey meatloaf, with a homemade beer-based BBQ sauce to slather on!

3:00 pm Canadian BBQ Boys Learn from BBQ Cleaning Experts Matt and Mike on how to clean and maintain your BBQ.

Pro Series Stage

Time

Speaker

Details

10:30 am Tom Herstad Learn all about exterior lighting options that invite you outside, expand your living space and add value to your life.
11:30 pm Ben Cullen Can’t We All Just Get Along? Create a garden for you to enjoy that will play host to important pollinators, wildlife, kids and pets. A place for everyone.
12:30 pm Frankie Flowers Learn the tricks, tips, trail and tribulations of growing fruit and vegetables outdoors. From when to plant, where to plant, how to harvest and even how many tomatoes does a family of 4 need to grow never fear Frankie Flowers is here to grow your success!!
1:30 pm Chris Palmer Homeowner’s Guide on Decks and Railings
2:30 pm Etobicoke Master Gardeners Dream-Design-Dig: Planning a Successful Garden