Vancouver Island Baby Fair - Victoria 2011

The Vancouver Island Baby Fair is produced by Laughing Belly Productions, a family-run business based on Vancouver Island. We produce the largest events on Vancouver Island dedicated to expectant & new parents, their babies, young children and the families and friends that love them. Providing an unparalleled marketing opportunity for businesses and organizations geared to pregnancy through preschool, we aim to create a fun, educational and family-friendly experience. We are committed to supporting local community initiatives at each event and have partnered with organizations like Child Find BC, Success by 6, Nanaimo Child Development Centre, and Foster Parent Support Services Society.

Shirley Broback is a proud mom of two little ones and the Producer of the Vancouver Island Baby Fair. With a background in event planning, marketing, sales & management, as well as the perinatal field, Shirley combined her passion, experience and skills together to create the Vancouver Island Baby Fair. She earned the distinction of being named the 2009 SavvyMom Mom Entrepreneur of the Year by Savvymom.ca, and supports other local mom-entrepreneurs through speaking engagements and mentorship.