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Canada
Where a full business day is more than a day full of business.
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Where a full business day is more
than a day full of business.
W
hen it comes to planning an extraordinary event, the more you know about your destination, the better
your event will be. That’s where the Canadian Tourism Commission’s (CTC's) team comes in. CTC’s team
provides unsurpassed assistance and helpful information to meeting and incentive planners, helping to match
the perfect venue to specific programs and clients. Whether it’s finding a gourmet world-class restaurant
to seat 200, a wilderness adventure that will wow even the greatest outdoor enthusiast or the cultural experience of a
lifetime, we are certain you’ll find more than you’re looking for.
Contents
Vancouver, British Columbia
Victoria, British Columbia
Whistler, British Columbia
Banff and Lake Louise, Alberta
Jasper, Alberta
Calgary, Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
Regina, Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Churchill, Manitoba
Toronto, Ontario
Ottawa, Ontario
Niagara Falls, Ontario
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
Muskoka, Ontario
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Montebello, Quebec
Montréal, Quebec
Québec City, Quebec
Charlevoix, Quebec
Mont-Tremblant, Quebec
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Fredericton, New Brunswick
Moncton, New Brunswick
Charlottetown, PEI
St. John’s, Newfoundland
Whitehorse, Yukon
Dawson City, Yukon
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories
Iqaluit, Nunavut
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Vancouver
British Columbia
City of Vancouver; Photo by Vancouver Convention Centre
Lunch at LIFT; Photo by Tourism BC / Albert Normandin
Big city luxuries, small city price.
Just 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver,
BURNABY offers all the luxuries of the great West
Coast, but at a lower cost. Burnaby’s conference
space provides state-of-the-art facilities while
delivering unparalleled value. From a 7,500-squarefoot grand ballroom with two-storey floor-to-ceiling
windows to a 1920s ice cream parlour, Burnaby
has everything you’re looking for.
The city with
something
for everyone.
Gravity Pope
Green and gorgeous. From the design of the
facility to the use of the latest green technologies,
Vancouver Convention Centre is committed to
being as environmentally sustainable as possible.
In fact, it is the only convention centre in the world
to be LEED® Platinum certified. However, the allure
isn’t all environmental – with 1.1 million square feet
of pre-function, meeting, exhibition and ballroom
space, it’s a meeting planner’s dream come true.
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s a thriving city in the middle of a rainforest,
Vancouver is the perfect blend of nature
and urban, and the ideal destination
for pleasing a group of delegates with
a wide range of interests. It’s also one of the only
places on earth where you can ski, golf and
sail all in one day; a perk often enjoyed by both
Vancouverites and visitors.
Decisions, decisions. The only problem with
Vancouver’s plethora of swanky, five-star hotels is
that it’s too hard to choose between them. With
the deluxe Shangri-La, luxurious services at the
Fairmont Pacific Rim®, and the stunning views of
Coast Coal Harbour Hotel®, you’ve got a tough
decision on your hands.
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Vancouver’s kind of a big deal. Whether
it’s due to Vancouver’s unusual blend of nature and
city, or the fact that it’s only a two-hour flight from
Hollywood, Vancouver has hosted more than its
fair share of film productions. Blue Water Cafe +
Raw Bar, LIFT, and Brix Restaurant & Wine Bar
are a few key places for celebrity-spotting during
a group dinner.
For more information about Vancouver as a
destination, visit meetings.canada.travel
Explore like a local
Vancouverites dine out
more than people in any
other North American
city. The result? A lot
of great restaurants.
Check out Gastown for
a great selection.
Vancouver
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Vancouver Convention Centre; Photo by Vancouver Convention Centre
Victoria
Fit for royalty. One of Victoria’s most
beloved long-standing landmarks is the Oak Bay
Beach Hotel, a luxury oceanfront resort and
spa offering numerous Victoria venues throughout
the property for professional events. In the elegant
Manor House style, guests will enjoy private board
meetings, presentations in the full-stage theatre,
cocktails on the terrace, and outdoor team-building
activities. Be welcomed by the warm and gracious
hospitality that has made the Oak Bay Beach Hotel
one of the most celebrated luxury hotels in Victoria
for over 80 years.
British Columbia
Oak Bay Beach Hotel; Photo by Oak Bay Beach Hotel
Wickaninnish Inn; Photo by Christopher Pouget
Kayakers in Victoria’s Inner Harbour; Photo by Tourism Victoria
Wickaninnish Inn; Photo by Ivan Hunter
Nature, refined. Perched in the midst of a serene natural habitat,
Pacific Ocean, expansive beaches and old-growth forest, Tofino’s
Wickaninnish Inn is the epitome of relaxation. Recipient of Travel +
Leisure’s World’s Best Award, this unique meeting destination is perfect for
those wanting both the comfort of the Inn’s Ancient Cedars Spa® and fivestar cuisine, as well as the rugged outdoors.
L i v e l i f e o n th e w i l d l i f e s i d e .
Vancouver Island’s protected wilderness
makes it ideal for spotting wildlife while its inlets
create ideal conditions for world-class surfing.
Vancouver Island Special Places is a collection
of prestigious, authentic and independently owned
destination experiences that ensure visitors discover
the best that Vancouver Island has to offer.
Where business and pleasure meet.
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eet Victoria: charming, beautiful and
a little wild. Old-world traditions meet
new-world experiences in BC’s capital,
offering a unique setting for any meeting
or incentive program. The Victoria Conference
Centre is the city’s meeting hub where people
come together to share ideas, stay connected
and be inspired. During free time, delegates can
embark on whale-watching adventures, play golf
year-round, indulge in fresh West Coast cuisine or
visit a winery.
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Year-round wonder. Get lost in the beauty of
The Butchart Gardens® at any time of year, world
renowned for its 55 acres of cultivated show gardens.
The real deal. Getting to Victoria is not only
easy, but an experience. Victoria is easily accessible via the Victoria International Airport, but
quintessential West Coast experiences also include
arriving by ferry, cruising past picturesque islands
and inlets, or landing in the Inner Harbour after a
scenic flight-seeing tour by seaplane. Once in Victoria, it’s easy to get around on foot, but you can
mix it up with pedicabs or horse-drawn carriages.
A different kind of commute. There’s
nothing quite as calming as paddling in Victoria’s
picturesque Inner Harbour and along its rugged
shoreline with harbour seals occasionally popping
up to say hello. Introduce the team to one of the
best places in the world for a group sea kayaking
trip with the orcas.
Thirsty? Victoria’s brew pubs are full of character,
housed in heritage buildings dotted around the Inner
Harbour. Experience the Ale Trail on foot or by
harbour ferry, adding a unique twist to what’s on tap.
For more information about Victoria as a destination,
visit meetings.canada.travel
Orca whale; Photo by Christina Craft
Royal BC Museum; Photo by Royal BC Museum
A function that will go down in history. Hold a function in one
of the galleries of the Royal BC Museum™, which showcases human and
natural history of British Columbia, and temporary exhibits from other countries
and cultures. Experience the majestic natural beauty, diverse cultures and
exquisite tastes of British Columbia, all in one evening.
Make time for afternoon
tea in the historic Tea
Lobby of The Fairmont
Empress, one of the
oldest and most famous
hotels in Victoria.
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Whistler
British Columbia
Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre; Photo by Gary Fiegehen
Araxi Restaurant; Photo by Jason Van Bruggen
Whistler Village; Photo by Tourism Whistler
Peak 2 Peak® Gondola; Photo by Tourism Whistler
Tip for the trade. Canadian Outback
Adventures & Events is great for customized
events and group activities.
Adrenaline
junkies rejoice.
Feel the love. Embodying the spirit of working
together, Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre is
the perfect locale for a special event, representing
the union between the Squamish and the Lil’wat
Aboriginal people. It’s an architectural masterpiece,
featuring 30,000 square feet of space and nine
glass sides overlooking the forest and mountains.
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or those who love the great outdoors and
adrenaline rushes, Whistler is a gold mine.
With some of the world’s best skiing,
mountain biking and golf, combined with
some great meeting spots, Whistler could easily
serve as a one-stop shop.
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Ski into your meeting. Boasting the largest
conference capacity of any North American ski
resort, the spectacular Whistler Conference
Centre is a coveted destination. There’s no other
place in Canada that can so seamlessly integrate
work and play. Offer an extended lunch break for
a little heli-skiing jaunt.
For more information about Whistler as a destination,
Go to Nicklaus North
for the most beautiful
golf games of your life.
When the scenery is
snow-capped mountains,
wildlife and vast wilderness
it won’t matter whether
you shoot 72 or 120.
Whistler
Hiking in Whistler; Photo by Steve Rogers
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Banff and Lake Louise
Jasper
Alberta
Alberta
Little town
in a big park.
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t’s hard not to walk around Jasper with your mouth hanging open. Firstly, in
awe, and secondly, to breathe in the fresh air. It’s truly a magical place, with
the glistening frozen Maligne Canyon, and Marmot Basin, best known
for its steep, high-alpine bowls. Take in the colourful history of one of North
America’s coolest frontier towns as you sample a local beer made from some
of the freshest water on earth.
Chill out. Jasper’s Columbia Icefield is the largest icefield south of
Alaska at 389 square kilometres. Discover new depths of knowledge with
a team-building Glacier Ice-Walk through an ancient, sculptural canyon, or
dogsledding expedition.
A sight worth seeing. Jasper National Park is a UNESCO™ World
Heritage Site, deemed one of the most significant sights on the planet.
For more information about Jasper as a destination, visit meetings.canada.travel
Banff Centre
Maligne Canyon
Canada’s protected playground.
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aradise. Heaven on earth. These are just a
few words that attendees use to describe
Banff National Park. You will be hardpressed to find a finer balance of unspoiled
wilderness and refined amenities available in Banff
and Lake Louise. Pristine wilderness effortlessly
blends with modern, luxurious accommodations and
meeting facilities in the vibrant town setting of Banff.
All-season destination. In winter, Banff
National Park becomes a giant playground full of
fresh snow and impressive peaks – a dramatic
wonderland of unique recreation awaits, including
world-class downhill skiing, heli-tours, snowmobiling,
cross-country skiing, ice-skating and horse-drawn
sleigh rides. In summer, Banff National Park’s
wilderness provides the perfect inspirational setting
for activities such as hiking, canoeing, horseback
riding, fishing, mountain biking and rafting.
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Sleep in the wild. Perched on the bank of
Canada’s most famous lake is the extraordinarily
beautiful Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, one of
Canada’s grand old luxury railway hotels.
Rocky Mountain Specialists. As the longestoperating Banff-based destination management
company, Banff DMC Inc. knows just about
everything about everything when it comes to the
Canadian Rockies and Southern Alberta. They have
perfected the art of creating unique, customized
itineraries and personal program management for
meetings, incentives and conventions.
Jasper Park Lodge; Photo by Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
For more information about Banff and Lake Louise
as a destination, visit meetings.canada.travel
The Rockies by bus; Photo by Banff and Lake Louise
Get the best of the west from the
best in the west. The knowledgeable employees
at Brewster Travel Canada know Western
Canada and the Canadian Rockies like the back
of their hands. After 118 years of providing highly
customized vacation packages and tours for meeting,
conference or incentive travel, they should.
There’s nothing quite
like getting first tracks
on the mountain, premeeting. People come
from all over to indulge in
some of the world’s best
powder skiing. Canadian
Mountain Holidays® can
take it a step further with
their offer of heli-skiing
and heli-hiking.
Jasper Park Lodge Golf Course; Photo by Travel Alberta™
Banff
Columbia Icefield; Photo by Travel Alberta
Treat your delegates to
a game of golf at The
Fairmont Jasper Park
Lodge Golf Course,
rated the #1 Best Golf
Resort in Canada by
SCOREGolf Magazine.
Jasper
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Calgary
Alberta
Ice-Skating
The City of Calgary; Photo by Gary Campbell Photography
River Café; Photo by Dustin Parr
Party for 11,000. Equipped with over 11,000
hotel rooms, the city of Calgary is prepared for
large parties. Very large parties. With more than one
million annual visitors during the Calgary Stampede
alone, there are more than a few choices for meeting
venues. Hotel Arts is a chic, modern option with
in-house Raw Bar offering a spectacular, not to
mention award-winning menu.
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Hangover be gone. Back in 1969, mixologist
Walter Chell concocted a delicious cocktail containing
vodka, Clamato® (a blend of tomato juice and clam
broth), Worcestershire sauce and a bit of Tabasco®,
which literally revolutionized mornings after drinking
in Canada forever. Although tasty at any time of
the day, Bloody Caesars are commonly the drink
of choice following a great night out on the town.
Western hospitality. Calgary TELUS
Convention Centre is a world-class business
space, located in the heart of the city with indoor
connections to over 1,100 rooms located in one of
three four-star hotels, such as the Fairmont Palliser.
Its space options are as vast as the activities that
you can do in Calgary, from private, intimate meeting
rooms, to bright, airy exhibit spaces.
Where city
meets
western.
ome of the acclaimed Calgary Stampede®,
Calgary is a cosmopolitan city with a
small-town feel, cowboy culture and
urban sophistication. Well-known for its
proximity to the snow-capped Rocky Mountains
and Canada Olympic Park™, Calgary is a hotbed
for events and outdoor activities.
School your delegates. In the heart of
the University of Calgary campus, Hotel Alma®
is Canada’s first full-service campus hotel, offering
81 euro-style standard rooms and 15 one-bedroom
suites. Whether meeting for business, academic
conferences or cultural events, Hotel Alma is a
great new option in northwest Calgary. The hotel
features five boardroom-style meeting rooms and
a large room located on the top floor, which can
accommodate 125 for theatre-style meetings
or receptions.
A chuckwagon race; Photo by Calgary Stampede
A White Stetson®
For more information about Calgary as a destination,
Treat the senses, and
take your group to
the Calgary Farmers’
Market on the weekend,
just off Blackfoot Trail
and Heritage Drive. There
are lots of international
delicacies, jewellery, fresh
eats and yummy finds!
Calgary
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Edmonton
Alberta
Shaw Conference Centre; Photo by Edmonton Tourism
The City of Edmonton; Photo by Edmonton Tourism
VENUES GALORE. Whether it’s Shaw Conference
Centre’s scenic vistas of North America’s largest
urban parkland, Canada’s largest outdoor living
museum at Fort Edmonton Park, the contemporary
design of the Art Gallery of Alberta, or Western
Canada’s largest meeting space at Edmonton EXPO
Centre, there’s something for every event need.
Canada’s festival city.
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lberta’s capital city has a beautiful scenic river valley, wide open
spaces, trendy Whyte Avenue district, and a year-round thriving
music and art scene. To top it off, Alberta has Canada’s highest
concentration of retailers and is free of provincial sales tax. It’s the
ideal place for a group with many different cultural interests.
Old Strathcona; Photo by Edmonton Tourism
West Edmonton Mall
is world-famous, with
more than 800 shops,
100 eateries and nine
world-class attractions.
Get your day’s exercise
by doing a lap.
LIVE ON THE FRINGE. Stay in one of Edmonton’s
12,000 hotel rooms and plan a dine-around event
in eclectic Old Strathcona, voted one of Canada’s
10 coolest neighbourhoods and home of North
America’s largest and oldest Fringe Festival.® Or,
check out downtown’s collection of intimate eateries
specializing in regional cuisine.
For more information about Edmonton as a destination,
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Art Gallery of Alberta; Photo by Robert Lemermeyer
Edmonton
Art Gallery of Alberta; Photo by Art Gallery of Alberta
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Regina
Saskatoon
Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan
RCMP Heritage Centre; Photo by Jenn Nelson
The City of Saskatoon; Photo by Darrell Noakes
Saskatchewan’s
not all blue skies
and golden fields.
Young is fun.
RCMP Heritage Centre; Photo by Heidi Allred
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egina is a very unique place; home to both a 100-year-old symphony
orchestra and the nation’s most passionate sports enthusiasts. With
a thriving community of outdoor activities, international festivities
complemented by extensive urban forest and parkland, Regina will
keep your delegates busy, to say the least.
Get cultured. Regina always has national-calibre masterpieces on display,
boasting an eclectic array of art galleries, from Aboriginal art to the plethora of
options at the Mosaic Cultural Festival. A good place to start would be New
Dance Horizons, the Regina Symphony Orchestra or the Globe Theatre.
Switch it up a little. For some truly unique meeting venues, the
Conexus Arts Centre and the RCMP Heritage Centre are great for social
or networking events.
Business in Regina; Photo by Paul Austring
A place with lots of space. Evraz Place
is a vibrant sports, entertainment and business
hub located in the heart of Regina. As Canada’s
second-largest meeting and exhibition facility it
features over 300,000 square feet of contiguous
meeting and tradeshow space.
For more information about Regina as a destination,
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askatoon is Saskatchewan’s largest city. It also happens to enjoy
more hours of sunshine annually than anywhere else in Canada,
which is perfect if you’re planning an event outdoors or taking
advantage of its plethora of golf courses. Saskatoon’s young and
eclectic community, combined with its unique and diverse culture has gained
it a reputation as a great place to live, visit and play.
Wascana Centre is the
geographic and cultural
centre of Regina. On
a nice day take your
delegates for a walk on
the trails through this
gorgeous prairie city.
Hold an event fit for royalty. Saskatoon’s historical landmark, Delta
Bessborough®, is known for its unique appearance, referred to by the locals
as “the castle on the river.” It’s actually very fitting, as with 20,000 square feet
of elegant function space you could throw quite the ball in there.
PLAY AROUND. Saskatoon has several outstanding theatres and performing
arts centres to choose from, like the long-standing Persephone Theatre or
25th Street Theatre Centre, producer of the annual Fringe® Theatre Festival.
Plan a summer event to catch one of the 200 independent theatre shows
that line the streets of the Broadway district.
For more information about Saskatoon as a destination,
Regina
Wanuskewin Heritage Park; Photo by Tourism Saskatoon
Take a break from your
meeting at Wanuskewin
Heritage Park, where
6,000 years of Northern
Plains Indians history
is celebrated.
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Winnipeg
Churchill
Manitoba
Manitoba
Bear hug.
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ituated in northern Manitoba, Churchill has
become one of the most popular tourist
destinations in Canada, and it’s not hard to
figure out why. In the summer, thousands
of beluga whales make their way down to Hudson
Bay and come October, Churchill takes on its alter
ego as the polar bear capital of the world.
Try and top this. The one way to ensure your
event is like nothing they’ve ever experienced is to
take your group to a place where no one’s ever been
before. Like the Arctic. It’s one of those places that
everyone is curious about, but few people have had
the pleasure of experiencing. Plan for The Tundra
Buggy® Adventure to see the polar bears, or stay
up all night marvelling at the aurora borealis.
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights; Photo by Dan Harper
The heart of Canada.
Literally.
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innipeg is smack dab in the middle
of Canada, with an outstanding
reputation for holding national
and international events. Home to
Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet, Assiniboine
Park Conservancy, world-class theatres, a host
of multicultural experiences and The Manitoba
Museum, it’s not a city to be overlooked. The best
part of all is that it’s one of the most affordable
cities in Canada.
Beds for days. Accommodation choices range
from modern chic boutique-style hotels, like Inn at
the Forks, to cozy, bed and breakfasts and fivestar international brands. There’s even a castle if
you’re so inclined.
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For more information about Churchill as a destination,
A different kind of venue. Winnipeg has
some pretty unique venues. Try Fort Gibraltar and
experience a special touch of Canadian heritage
through the joie de vivre of the voyageurs, the
rooftop terrace at the Winnipeg Art Gallery or
the Qualico Family Centre, a striking glass and
wooden structure nestled in a forest-like setting.
FIND THE RIGHT PLACE. Winnipeg will soon be
the proud home of the Canadian Museum for
Human Rights™, opening in 2014 in The Forks™,
the junction of the Red and Assiniboine rivers – a
location where First Nations people have met and
gathered for thousands of years.
For more information about Winnipeg as a destination,
Polar bears
Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet; Photo by Tourism Winnipeg
Follow the path along
the duck pond that
leads to art sculptures
surrounded by gardens
at Assiniboine Park.™
The best time to watch
the aurora borealis is in
the winter or spring, so
try to book your program
around then.
Winnipeg
Aurora borealis; Photo by Tourism Manitoba
Diving with belugas; Photo by Tourism Manitoba
Churchill
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Toronto
Ontario
CN Tower EdgeWalk; Photo by Tourism Toronto
Do Cho massage; Photo by Tourism Toronto
Thompson Hotel
The city
of cities.
Royal Ontario Museum; Photo by Tourism Toronto
Authentic eats, at your fingertips.
Rest assured, Toronto can satisfy any palate with
delicious dishes from around the world served
up with unique Canadian flair. From Little Italy to
Koreatown to Chinatown and Greektown and many
more – you name it, Toronto’s got it. Foodies will
delight over some of Toronto’s finest, like Canoe,
c5 and Ruby Watchco, to name a few.
A
vibrant, cosmopolitan destination infused
with the traditions, flavours, imagination and perspectives of the over 100
cultures that live here, Canada’s largest
city is guaranteed to keep you busy. With Toronto’s
impressive Royal Ontario Museum™, spectacular
Art Gallery of Ontario, pastoral Toronto Islands,
trendy and eclectic collection of artistic finds at
Kensington Market and bustling Distillery Historic
District, you’re not going to know where to start.
Ruby Watcho; Photo by Tourism Toronto
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Toronto’s to-do list. It’s hard to fit the best of
a city this big into a convention, but a few highlights
that shouldn’t be missed include the trendy shopping strip along Queen Street West, the swanky
Yorkville district for lunch, Dundas Square (there’s
always some sort of music or entertainment), and
a show at the The Opera House.
Sit back, relax and get pampered. Toronto’s
spas have a reputation for personalized service,
innovation, excellence and signature treatments.
Choose from Do Cho massage, aqua therapy,
detoxifying seaweed body wraps, mud treatments,
acussage, aromatherapy, reiki or Watsu and many
more. Your delegates deserve the very best!
Live on the edge. Visit the CN Tower, the tallest
tower in the Western Hemisphere. EdgeWalk lets
adventure lovers take a walk outside around the CN
Tower’s restaurant, 356 metres above the ground.
To sleep, or not to sleep. There’s so much
to do, we can understand not wanting to go to
sleep. But, if you absolutely must, a great area to
stay is along Front Street. It’s always alive with
activity, and in close proximity to event, meeting
and convention spaces, such as the Metro Toronto
Convention Centre. The InterContinental® or The
Fairmont Royal York are a couple of great options
in the heart of everything.
For more information about Toronto as a destination,
Enjoy shopping on the
Mink Mile, the stretch
along Bloor St. between
the intersections
of Yonge St. and
Avenue Rd.
Toronto
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Ottawa
Ontario
Ottawa Convention Centre
Downtown Ottawa
One cool capital.
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his beautiful capital city, built on the banks of
the Rideau River, elegantly straddles French
and English Canada. Discover Canada’s
story through original music, giant images
and spectacular lighting effects projected on the
capital buildings at Parliament Hill. Or check out the
ByWard Market, kayak the historic Rideau Canal,
and dine at fine eateries, restaurants and pubs,
like the delectable Sweetgrass Aboriginal Bistro.
NEW WITH A VIEW. Fresh on the scene as of April
2011, the new 200,000 square feet LEED certified
Ottawa Convention Centre is an architectural
wonder in the heart of downtown. With a 30-metrehigh sweeping glass facade showcasing panoramic
views of downtown Ottawa’s iconic landmarks, it’s
a sight to be seen, to say the least.
EAT YOUR HEART OUT. Your delegates can’t leave
Ottawa without trying a Beaver Tail. This tasty pastry,
shaped like the tail of Canada's favourite industrious
animal, is served warm with a dash of cinnamon
and lemon juice. It is a local taste sensation that
is often the reward from a day spent ice-skating
on or cycling by the Rideau Canal. And enjoy the
local culinary scene – Ottawa chefs and restaurants
are making a name for themselves at home and
abroad and in the process are establishing Ottawa
as an award-winning culinary tourism destination.
FLOWER POWER. Ottawa is justifiably famous
for the millions (yes, millions) of tulips that bloom
during The Canadian Tulip Festival each May.
But what you might not know is the festival’s origin.
In recognition of the role Canadian troops played
in the liberation of the Netherlands, and the fact
that Princess Margaret of the Dutch Royal Family
was born in the Ottawa Hospital, the Dutch gifted
Ottawa with one hundred thousand tulip bulbs.
HAPPENING HOTELS. Ottawa is home to
an accommodations community that includes
international and national brands as well as unique
local properties. All are highly skilled and experienced
at group hosting, and many with significant meeting
facilities. With over 6,000 hotel rooms located within
walking distance of the Ottawa Convention Centre,
your delegates will appreciate the city’s accessible,
walkable downtown.
For more information about Ottawa as a destination,
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Rideau Canal
ByWard Market
Alexandra Bridge
Tell your delegates they’ll
get a free dinner if they
get one of the guards at
Parliament Hill to crack
a smile. The guards
will never budge – they
may as well be made of
steel, and it will be worth
the laugh.
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Niagara Falls
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Maid of the Mist
Jackson-Triggs® Estate Winery
It’s like an adult
amusement park
in a city.
Canada’s hidden gem.
Ontario
P
eople come from all over to ride the classic Maid of the Mist®
through the most powerful waterfalls in North America. Some great
attractions in this one-of-a-kind destination include the Butterfly
Conservatory and Clifton Hill's Street of Fun.
There’s a new guy in town. The latest addition to world-famous Niagara
Falls area is the recently expanded Scotiabank® Convention Centre, a whole
280,000 square foot LEED Silver certified convention facility. A mere 500
metres from the Canadian side of Horseshoe Falls in the Fallsview Tourist
District makes this fun-filled city a serious contender for large conferences.
Golf the longest round of your life. We all know that the most
important business is done on the golf course. That’s why the new superextra-long 45-hole Legends on the Niagara™ golf complex was created.
For more information about Niagara Falls as a destination,
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Ontario
J
ust a short, scenic drive from Niagara Falls is Niagara-on-the-Lake, one
of Canada’s most beautiful pockets of earth, known for its abundance
of fine wineries, rolling hills, Shaw Festival Theatre, and the gorgeous
architecture of the houses and buildings that line its quaint downtown.
Winery-hop ’til you drop. Bar-hopping was for college years and
winery-hopping is for all of the years after that. Spend an afternoon going
from winery to winery, learning about the history of the estates and the fine
Ontario wines.
Scotiabank Convention Centre; Photo by Niagara Falls Tourism
A destination within a destination. Although located near one of the
world’s greatest tourist regions, you could go to Niagara-on-the-Lake simply
for White Oaks Conference Resort and Spa, as it is a destination within
itself. It boasts over 67,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting space
and deluxe service, and is the only conference resort in Canada accredited
by the International Association of Conference Centres. It’s a phenomenal
event option, to say the least.
Make sure everyone
has cameras when
heading to the Butterfly
Conservatory. They will
land all over your body
and pictures are a must!
Go back in time. Choose from your selection
of vintage hotels like Moffat Inn, The Pillar and
Post Inn® or the Prince of Wales. Another option is
Queen’s Landing, a stately Georgian-style mansion
with marble floors and stained glass ceilings. The
largest conference space is 12,000 square feet,
located in Queen’s Landing, Grand Georgian
Ballroom with dozens of smaller rooms available
for breakouts and more intimate gatherings.
CULINARY CAPITAL OF CANADA. The town’s finest
restaurants have made a commitment to present
the finest cuisine and dining experiences. These
restaurants, known as the Signature Kitchens of
Niagara-on-the-Lake, feature award-winning chefs
who will exceed your culinary expectations and prove
to you why Niagara-on-the-Lake has earned the title
of #1 Best Food and Wine Canadian Destination.
Niagara-on-the-Lake is
famous for their icewine.
Winter or summer, you’ve
got to try a glass.
For more information about Niagara-on-the-Lake
as a destination, visit meetings.canada.travel
Niagara Falls
Niagara-on-the-Lake
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Muskoka
Montebello
Ontario
Quebec
Small but mighty.
M
ontebello is a quaint village perched on the banks of the Ottawa
River. It’s a small town, but what it lacks in size it more than makes
up for in outdoor activity. Winter comes alive in Montebello, with
cross-country skiing, dogsledding and snowmobiling in the cooler
months, and cycling, kayaking, horseback riding, fishing and golfing in the
warmer months.
Who knew there was such a thing as rugged luxury? As
one of Eastern Canada’s leading destinations, the world-famous Fairmont
Le Château Montebello is an exceptional Quebec hotel famed for its
rugged luxury. Here, in the stunning red cedar log Château Montebello, you’ll
experience rustic elegance and a warm welcome. Adjacent to the hotel is
Fairmont Kenauk, one of North America’s largest and longest established
private reserves, with over 70 lakes and 65,000 acres of carefully protected
wildlife habitats.
Muskoka Boathouse; Photo by Larry Wright.
Fairmont Le Château Montebello; Photo by Dave Delnea / Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
For more information about Montebello as a destination,
Torontonians’ weekend playground.
T
o really experience life as a true Torontonian,
a trip to Muskoka is necessary. Muskoka
is Ontario’s favourite year-round vacation
destination, featuring 6,500 square kilometres
of turquoise waters, sparkling waterfalls, towering
pine trees and granite cliffs. A mere 90-minute drive
north of Toronto, visitors and locals alike fall in love
with the allure of charming villages, serene wilderness and endless recreational activities.
The key to a good time. In operation from
May to September, The Kee to Bala is the absolute
best spot for live music. A summer concert tradition
since 1942, this coveted restaurant and bar has
seen many great, big-name performers go through
its doors. If you’re looking for a place with great
food, drinks, dancing and music – look no further.
Meet in the serenity. Whether you are looking
for a place for a small group of five or a convention of 500, Muskoka has state-of-the-art facilities,
endless recreational and team-building activities,
unlimited outdoor meeting space and cuisine to
satisfy everyone’s tastes. Try Deerhurst Resort® or
the Delta Grandview Resort for a great place to stay.
Row row row your boat. Canoeing across
lakes and along rivers is one of the greatest pastimes
of this area. Bordered by Algonquin Park, Muskoka
is a great place for a canoe trip. Algonquin Outfitters
will suit you up with everything you need for an
afternoon excursion up to a multi-day portage.
For more information about Muskoka as a destination,
Explore 65,000 acres
of unspoiled wilderness
with Canada’s only Land
Rover Experience
Driving School, at
Fairmont Le Château
Montebello.
The golf courses in
Muskoka and its
surrounding area are
amazing. Rocky
Crest Golf Club is
a real beauty.
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Muskoka
Fairmont Le Château Montebello; Photo by Dave Delnea / Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
Montebello
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Montréal
Quebec
Palais des congrès de Montréal; Photo by Palais des congrès de Montréal
Artsy-fartsy. Being the arts mecca that it is,
Montréal is home to hundreds of festivals each year.
Popular events include the Montréal International
Jazz Festival and the Just For Laughs Festival.
A great place to stay downtown is the Ritz-Carlton
Montréal featuring the recently opened restaurant,
Maison Boulud™, with world-renowned chef, Daniel
Boulud, incorporating his traditional French culinary
roots into dishes made with local products.
St-Viateur Bagels
Have a circus of a meeting. Looking for
a venue? The Palais des congrès de Montréal
is an obvious choice for a convention, with over
550,000 square feet of event rental space. Rocking
the same chic vibe as its city is the new Claire and
Marc Bourgie Pavilion of Quebec and Canadian
art at the Montréal Museum of Fine Arts. It’s
a gorgeous venue accompanied by Bourgie
Hall, a restored 1894 heritage church that’s been
converted to a 444-seat concert hall. For a truly
one-of-a-kind venue, check out one of the halls
available at Cirque Éloize®, one of the leaders in
contemporary circus arts.
Sample the
good life.
R
enowned for its superb fine dining, Montréal
is equally legendary for its vivid arts scene
and nightlife that doesn’t shut down ’til the
sun comes up. The city exudes old-world
charm, but it’s the decadent culinary delicacies of
the second-largest city in Canada that will tug at
your heartstrings.
Hope you’re hungry. Montréal is renowned
for its superb fine dining, but its casual snacking is
just as good with La Banquise offering 23 varieties
of poutine; an incredible concoction of fries, gravy
and cheese curds. In terms of venues, check out
Newtown®, with acclaimed Québécois chef, Martin
Juneau, the recent recipient of the Gold Plate Award
at the 2011 Canadian Culinary Championships.
St. Lawrence River; Photo by Vlad Ghiea
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For more information about Montréal as a destination,
Schwartz’s has been
serving the best smokedmeat sandwiches since
1928, hands down.
Don’t let this tradition
pass you by.
Montréal
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Lunch in Montréal
Québec City
Quebec
Place-Royale; Photo by Jean-Francois Bergeron
Take a break in prison. Check out Morrin Centre, one of the world’s
most beautiful libraries, originally built over two hundred years ago as the city’s
first prison. This Victorian-style national historic site is truly a gem.
Some things are just better in French. Le Cochon Dingue®
translates to “crazy pig” in English, which is why we kept the name in French.
It’s a big restaurant that attracts even bigger lineups, so make a reservation
ahead of time. The apple pie with maple cream and apples from Île d’Orléans
will have you booking events again and again.
A cool place. If you like a cooler room when you’re sleeping, Quebec’s
ICEHOTEL® is a fabulous choice. Or, if you’d prefer the warmth of something
like the copper-turreted castle of Fairmont Le Château Frontenac, you can
simply drop by the Ice Bar for happy hour.
Rue du Petit Champlain; Photo by Louis Vezina
For more information about Québec City as a destination,
Québec City; Photo by Jean-Francois Bergeron
Fall in l’amour.
Rue Saint-Joseph
is the street to shop
along. Cruise designer
boutiques while you
peruse over rare finds.
T
here’s nothing quite like riding a horse-drawn
carriage through cobblestone streets of the
province’s photogenic capital. Delegates
will fall head over heals for its quaint
boutiques, hip cafés, tempting bistros and stately
heritage homes.
Rue Saint-Anne; Photo by Louis Vezina
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ICEHOTEL®
Québec City
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Charlevoix
Mont-Tremblant
Fairmont Le Manoir Richelieu; Photo by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
Mont-Tremblant Village; Photo by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
Picture this.
Resort life.
Quebec
J
ust under an hour’s drive east of Québec City
lies Charlevoix, a collection of villages best
known for warm, local hospitality, exquisite
gourmet dining experiences, and strikingly
beautiful landscapes. Its Laurentian Mountains
and St. Lawrence River have been inspiring artists
and nature enthusiasts for centuries.
Quebec
M
Extra-terrestrial charm. Charlevoix is unlike any other place on
earth. Really. A meteorite actually fell on the region millions of years ago,
which, combined with earthquakes and years of glaciation, has made it worthy
of a designation as a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. Delegates will be
delighted by its truly unique landscape featuring tundra, multiple parks, a
river estuary, a fjord, a marine conservation area, moose, and even whales.
Nothing beats French cuisine. Breakout sessions can be held on
patios overlooking the majestic St. Lawrence River, while cooking sessions
are underway with one of Charlevoix’s local gourmet chefs. For a small group
there are many cozy inns that provide an intimate setting, while the Fairmont
Le Manoir Richelieu can accommodate up to 1,000 people.
For more information about Charlevoix as a destination,
ont-Tremblant Ski Resort has been ranked #1 East Coast
Resort by SKI Magazine 15 years in a row (but who’s counting?).
Mont-Tremblant charms everyone with its friendly laid-back
people and rustic atmosphere. Combining a relaxing mountain
retreat with the liveliness of a cosmopolitan city makes this an ideal Canadian
meeting destination.
Arts and culture are
also a big part of the
region, so send art lovers
out to wander through
Charlevoix’s numerous
galleries, boutiques and
heritage areas.
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The all-season destination. Whether
you’re cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, biking,
ice-climbing, playing on one of the town’s six golf
courses or watching a car race at Circuit MontTremblant, Mont-Tremblant’s got something for
every taste and lifestyle. Go to Tremblant Activity
Centre to plan a dogsledding escapade, then visit
Scandinave Spa® to soothe sore "mushing" muscles
in Scandinavian baths. In the summer explore Parc
national du Mont-Tremblant, Québec’s largest
and oldest park. With six rivers and 400 lakes and
streams, it’s a canoer’s paradise.
Tremblant’s pedestrian village; Photo by Fairmont Hotels & Resorts
Joie de vivre. Experience the warm and friendly atmosphere as well as
the passionate and active people of this bilingual destination. Pedestrian
village is always bustling with festivals, entertainment, shopping and a lively
night scene. For a real rush, take it all in from the sky aboard a Robinson R44
helicopter, the world’s most popular civil helicopter.
Ten-layer mattresses? Believe it. With over 4,000 hotel rooms in
Mont-Tremblant, we can understand the difficulty in trying to choose a place
to stay. However, after hearing about the 10-layer mattresses at Le Westin
Resort & Spa, we’re sure that’ll help narrow your options.
For more information about Mont-Tremblant as a destination,
Since maple-flavoured
things are kind of an East
Coast speciality, be sure
to visit a local sugar
shack, where you'll
find everything from
smoked maple syrup ham
to maple taffy. Yum!
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Halifax
Nova Scotia
Sea kayaking; Photo by Destination Halifax
The Five Fishermen Restaurant
Something’s fishy here. For nearly 40
years The Five Fishermen Restaurant & Grill
has been a staple of downtown Halifax, serving up
delectable, freshly caught seafood in a charming
East-Coast ambiance. If you’re craving more turf
than surf, take in the sophisticated, yet relaxed
atmosphere at CUT Steakhouse. Featuring the
finest USDA prime beef, dry-aged and butchered
in-house, its two storeys provide the option of an
impeccable fine-dining experience upstairs or the
trendy downstairs Grill at CUT. After all of the fresh
East-Coast air and memorable meals, curl up at
The Lord Nelson Hotel, which is just as grand
and elegant as it sounds.
Downtown Halifax; Photo by Janet Kimber
Savour the
East-Coast lifestyle.
Y
ou can’t help but have a good time in Halifax.
The Atlantic Coast’s easygoing attitude
is contagious and you’ll get right into the
swing of things as you cruise the popular
boardwalk on the waterfront, tour Alexander Keith’s
Brewery, visit the famous Citadel or Pier 21 and
enjoy some of the most delicious seafood you’ll
find anywhere.
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For more information about Halifax as a destination,
Atlantic Film Festival; Photo by Destination Halifax™
Sailing Halifax Harbour; Photo by Destination Halifax
Peggy's Cove; Photo by Destination Halifax
Make maritime history. Hold an event in the
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, located on
Halifax’s historic waterfront. Delegates can take a
seat in a replica Titanic® deck chair or check out
the Days of Sail Gallery, with room for stand-up
receptions of 250 or more. Another great option is
the World Trade & Convention Centre, combining
world-class facilities and genuine Maritime hospitality.
For a stunning view and
some awesome pictures
check out Peggy's Cove.
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Fredericton
Moncton
New Brunswick
New Brunswick
Long rivers
and
longer nights.
F
redericton, capital city of Canada’s only
officially bilingual province, has something
for everyone. Visitors are charmed by
magnificent Victorian architecture, manicured
urban green spaces, and heartwarming Maritime
hospitality. Fredericton’s majestic Saint John River
is popular for boat tours, kayaking and canoeing,
while Fredericton’s pubs in the lively Tannery
Entertainment District are popular for live music
and theatre, available most nights of the week.
Brains and beauty. Atlantic Canada’s
newest convention centre, the Fredericton
Convention Centre opened its doors in
January 2011. The centre is chic and stylish, filled
with natural light and built to achieve Silver LEED
Certification. It’s located minutes from the airport
in the heart of the historic, vibrant downtown and
is nearby accommodations, restaurants, boutiques
and unique off-site venues.
Hopewell Rocks at the Bay of Fundy; Photo by New Brunswick Tourism & Parks
College-town liveliness
with adult-style luxuries.
Beaverbrook Art Gallery ; Photo by Fredericton Tourism
You could spend a full
day exploring Kings
Landing Historical
Settlement. Listen for the
creaking wagons pulled
by trotting workhorses,
the whooshing of hoop
skirts and melodies
from lively fiddlers and
dancing townsfolk.
Free Internet, anyone? Fredericton
has been touted among the top seven intelligent
communities in the world. But don’t take our word
for it. In fact, if you were in Fredericton you could look
it up online, with their free award-winning citywide
wireless network. Despite being an international
leader in technology, research and innovation, the
city is also rich in crafts and design, earning the title
as one of the cultural capitals of Canada.
For more information about Fredericton as a
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Fredericton
Fredericton Convention Centre; Photo by Fredericton Tourism
M
oncton is a lively town with a great appreciation for live music and fine food. (Side note: Little
Louis’ Oyster Bar is to die for, and has a beautiful room for private parties). Its dynamic
and growing downtown core could be partly attributed to the fact that it is home to three
universities, two public community colleges and multiple private, post-secondary colleges.
Arts, arts and more arts. A mere 10
kilometres away from Greater Moncton International
Airport is 10,000 square feet of meeting space at
Crowne Plaza Moncton, located right downtown
close to Moncton Coliseum Complex and Capitol
Theatre, one of the eight historically restored theatres
in Canada. Also nearby is the Clément-Cormier
Pavilion of the Université de Moncton, where
you’ll find the Acadian Museum as well as an art
gallery featuring an eclectic collection of artifacts
reflecting the Acadian culture from 1604 to present.
Test the waters. A trip to Atlantic Canada
must include at least a couple of excursions out on
the water. There’s sea kayaking through the Bay
of Fundy, one of the marine wonders of the world,
or paddling through flowerpot-shaped rocks at the
legendary Hopewell Rocks, where you can watch
some of the world’s highest tides roll in twice a day.
Or there’s a Shediac Bay Cruise, perfect for both
a small, intimate group or a large party.
For more information about Moncton as a destination,
The Moncton skyline; Photo by Tourism Moncton
Stay grounded. Or not. To challenge your
delegates take them on a team-building initiative at
TreeGO, an aerial obstacle course. Or keep it on the
ground, exploring Moncton’s plethora of beautiful
trails, such as the Bay of Fundy tidal marshlands,
found right in the heart of the city.
Magnetic Hill™ has been
baffling visitors for almost
80 years. Take a rented
car or the group bus to
the bottom of Magnetic
Hill, take your foot off
the brake and watch the
vehicle roll back uphill.
Impossible, yet not.
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Charlottetown
Prince Edward Island
National Historic Great George Street; Photo by Tourism Charlottetown
Charlottetown Harbour; Photo by Tourism Charlottetown
A golfer’s paradise. One of the things that
makes Prince Edward Island one of Canada’s most
desirable coastal meeting and convention destinations
is its collection of 32 island golf courses, 10 of which
are among the top 100 golf courses in Canada,
earning the ranking of the #1 Golf Destination in
Canada. In fact, the International Association of Golf
Tour Operators has chosen the Island as its 2011
Undiscovered Golf Destination of the Year.
Lot 30 Restaurant and Bar
Catch your own dinner.
Pick a sand, any sand. When you’re in PEI, a
stroll along the beach is a must, as its white sand
dunes and red sand beaches account for some of
the most distinct beaches in North America. Top
off your day with dinner at one of many seafood
restaurants featuring succulent local cuisine and
unique menu items second to none. With Malpeque
oysters, famous PEI mussels and the freshest
lobster, PEI’s seafood cannot be beat.
P
rince Edward Island is Canada’s smallest
and greenest province. Charlottetown’s
endearing small-town charm is created
by the perfect blend of open space,
heritage landscapes and an abundance of worldclass culinary options. For dinner, all you need is
a spade, a bucket and a soft touch; it will be the
freshest clam feast you’ve ever had.
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Crabbing in Charlottetown
Crowbush Cove Golf Course;
Photo by Tourism PEI / Russell Monk
Lot 30 Restaurant; Photo by Tourism Charlottetown
Life is grand in Charlottetown. With
a spectacular new convention centre slated for
completion in 2013, meeting and convention
options are about to get even better. From unique
coastal socials, to state-of-the-art hotels, charming
bed and breakfasts and refreshing beach resorts,
meeting options are endless.
For more information about Charlottetown as a
If you like architecture visit
St. Dunstan’s Basilica,
a beautiful 100-year-old
cathedral located in the
heart of the city.
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St. John’s
Newfoundland
O’Reilly’s Pub; Photo by Peter Helm
Kayaking Iceberg Alley
Music,
anyone?
S
t. John’s kind and genuine people have
earned it a spot as one of the top 10
friendliest cultures in the world. St. John’s
also happens to be home to some of the
country’s finest artists, with lively traditional music
worked into just about every aspect of life. This artistic
spirit is embodied by The Rooms™, Newfoundland’s
largest public cultural space. In addition to this lively
arts and culture scene is a rugged and picturesque
coastline, providing opportunities for hiking, whalewatching, sea kayaking, and cod fishing in season.
Hiking at Signal Hill; Photo by Destination St. John’s
Foot-stomping tunes and breathtaking
views. Framed by its sheltered harbour and rugged
coastline, St. John’s is best known for its blend of
soft adventure, eclectic sophistication and friendly
people. While its modern amenities and venues
provide all the tools necessary for a smashingly
successful event, it is the colourful encounters and
uncommon experiences that people take away from
this unique Canadian adventure; a place where
towering icebergs and pods of humpback whales
float along Iceberg Alley, and smiling faces line
music-filled streets.
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The colourful Streets of St. John’s;
Photo by Newfoundland and Labrador Tourism / Barrett and MacKay
Go east. Really east. Begin your day at Cape
Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site, the
most easterly point in North America. Then take
in a couple of meetings at St. John’s Convention
Centre, featuring 16,000 square feet of meeting
space. Attached by pedway is the Delta St. John’s
Hotel, or if you’re looking for views of the harbour
or Signal Hill there’s the stately Sheraton® Hotel
Newfoundland, located in the historic city centre.
For more information about St. John’s as a destination,
Murray Premises is a
trendy boutique hotel
with 67 rooms – large
enough to accommodate
sizeable groups while
still maintaining the cozy
atmosphere of a B&B.
St. John’s
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The Rooms; Photo by Destination St. John’s
Whitehorse
Dawson City
Yukon
Yukon
Dogsledding in Lake Laberge; Photo by Government of Yukon / Joseph Bradley
Dawson City Dome; Photo by Government of Yukon
It’s all
about light.
We’ll drink
to that.
W
D
hitehorse is the land of the midnight
sun in the summer and the northern
lights in the winter. In the summer
there’s the Millennium Trail, Miles
Canyon and the Whitehorse Rapids Fish Ladder,
which, between mid-July and August, is filled with
Chinook salmon rushing down the Yukon River.
The winter brings hot springs, dogsledding, skiing
and, of course, the aurora borealis with ribbons
of colour streaming across the sky.
For those who like to fit a lot in a day. If
you’re trying to squeeze a lot of learning into a short
amount of time, Whitehorse is your place, with almost
24 hours of sunlight a day during the summer. Or,
delegates can use it to play golf through the night at
Mountain View Golf Course. When you do need
to sleep, Inn on The Lake is a great choice, as it’s
one of the few places in North America where you
can see the aurora borealis right from your suite. To
top it off, it’s also been featured in Martha Stewart
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Mountain View Golf Course;
Photo by Government of Yukon / Cathie Archbould
Living® and listed as one of the top 150 places to
stay in 2009 by National Geographic Traveler.
Get a rush. If you have some time on your hands,
take a walk along the Chilkoot Trail, designated
a National Historic Site because of the role it
played in the mass movement of people to the
Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush. To truly get a
feel for what the rush was like, book an event in the
Modern History Gallery at the McBride Museum,
which resembles a saloon from the good ol’ days.
For more information about Whitehorse as a
Canoeing the Yukon River; Photo by Government of Yukon
awson City was the heart of the Klondike
Gold Rush and thus is a city rich in history.
See for yourself at Dawson City Museum,
or discover what it was like to wrap up
a day of panning for gold at a saloon and visit
Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall, complete
with cancan dancers. We’ve found it’s much easier
to push yourself on one of the beautiful hikes through
Tombstone Territorial Park, knowing that a frosty
beverage at Gerties is waiting at the end.
If you want a taste of
true local cuisine visit
Klondike Rib & Salmon,
and choose from a wide
selection of wild game.
Whitehorse
The best spot in the city? The brothel.
Discover Bombay Peggy’s, Yukon’s only restored
brothel. Whether you’re a history buff, an explorer,
or into Victorian decor, you can be assured you’ll
have a great stay. This fun-loving gold rush inn has
an adjoining pub featuring Yukon-brewed beer, and
the sassiest martini menu on the block.
Klondike Gold Rush Fields; Photo by Jason Van Bruggen
Red Feather Saloon; Photo by Dirk Schilling
Anything goes in the Yukon. Any place that
has a chainsaw-chucking contest or a wife-carrying
contest has got to be a good time. During the annual
winter at Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous the locals
celebrate many skill sets, including a beard and
moustache-growing competition to commemorate
the anniversary of the Alaska Highway, which runs
from Dawson Creek in British Columbia to Whitehorse
and then all the way to Alaska. The Dawson City
Music Festival is another great time, featuring
northern bands and foot-stomping Celtic parties.
Bonanza Dining Room’s
servers are dressed in
period costume from the
Klondike Gold Rush – a
pretty cool way to get
a feel for what Dawson
City’s all about. You
can’t go wrong with
the Yukon salmon or
Alaskan halibut.
Dawson City
For more information about Dawson City as a
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Yellowknife
Iqaluit
Northwest Territories
Nunavut
Smile much?
L
ocated on the north shore of Great Slave
Lake is Yellowknife, home to the SnowKing
Winter Festival, a yearly celebration featuring
a full-scale snow castle that serves as a
central hub for the local arts scene. It’s also a great
place for fly-fishing, finding rare Inuit stone carvings,
and of course, beautiful Arctic tundra. With migrating
herds of caribou, glaciers and spectacular waterfalls
plunging deep into canyons, it will be hard to wipe
the silly grin of wonder off your face.
Mother Nature’s light show. As a general
rule of thumb, the further north you travel the more
vivid the northern lights become. Thus, the Northwest
Territories may be your best bet to see this natural
phenomenon. A mere 20 minutes from the city you’ll
find Aurora Village, where one of the world’s only
Aboriginal tourism companies offer northern lights
viewing from within heated teepees.
Travel like a royaL. On one of Kate and William’s
trips to Canada, they boarded a Twin Otter® float
plane for a bird's-eye view of the boreal wilderness
that covers the Canadian Shield, before landing at
the handcrafted log Blachford Lake Lodge and
Conference Resort. Get the royal treatment and
try it for yourself.
Dogsledding outside Yellowknife; Photo by Peter Helm
Getting there
is half the fun.
The Aurora Village; Photo by Tania Spencer
IT’S LIKE THE KING OF FISH ‘N’ CHIPS. Have
you ever tried pickerel fish ‘n’ chips? It’s pretty
much the best. Stop by Bullock's Bistro to blow
your mind. Or before embarking on a big day of
adventure hit up The Dancing Moose Café in Old
Town and familiarize yourself with their extensive
breakfast menu.
The Explorer Hotel is
one the largest and best
hotels in Yellowknife. It
also happens to have
hosted royalty before,
such as Queen Elizabeth II
and Prince Philip.
(Yellowknife is classy
like that.)
Yellowknife
For more information about Yellowknife as a
Yellowknife Harbour; Photo by Terry Parker
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On the way to Iqaluit; Photo by Clayton Anderson
A
lthough you can’t reach Nunavut’s capital by road, you can reach
Iqaluit by plane, which, let’s be honest, is much better than driving
anyway. Delegates can take side trips to the Nunavut communities
of Qikiqtarjuaq, Clyde River and Pond Inlet to spot icebergs, or
to Hall Beach or Igloolik to see walruses. There are endless opportunities
to hike, ski and snowshoe very close to town as well.
DIFFERENT, GUARANTEED. You can bet that the
majority of your delegates have never dogsledded
in the Arctic before or snowmobiled through the
Arctic tundra. They probably have never shared a
caribou dinner with the friendly Aboriginal Elders
either or learned about traditional customs while
admiring the Inuit’s art displays. An event in Iqaluit
will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for everyone.
Meet the locals; Photo by Nunavut Tourism
Truly unique rooms in a truly unique
place. Throw an event in the Kitikmeot Meeting
Room at the Frobisher Inn, featuring classic historical
portraits of Inuit dating back to the early 1900s. The
Frobisher Inn is one of the largest hotel conference
venues in Northern Canada, with meeting rooms
capable of holding groups of up to 250 people.
For more information about Iqaluit as a destination,
Iqaluit
Challenge your delegates
to a soapstone carving or
inukshuk building contest.
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Canada
Tips from our team of representatives.
Flying times between major international and Canadian cities.
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6.0
2.7
1.5
6.5 10.0 11.0 17.5
3.3
6.5
5.0
3.0
1.4
5.0 12.5 10.0 22.0 11.0
8.5 11.0 13.0
Halifax
1.4
1.4
3.0
4.5
6.4
4.0
1.6
7.0
6.2
2.0 14.5
6.2 15.2
6.0
5.3
6.0
Montréal
3.0
1.1
2.3
4.0
6.0
3.4
1.3
6.0
7.2
1.4 17.5
7.0 20.4
7.0
6.3
6.4 16.5
Ottawa
2.4
1.4
2.0
4.0
6.4
8.4
1.5
7.0
6.4
1.5 18.0
8.0 21.0
7.5
7.0
8.2 17.0
Québec City
6.5
3.5
1.5
4.5
5.0
6.0
1.4
5.4
5.4
7.0 20.0
8.0 17.1
8.3
7.0
8.0 20.0
St. John’s
7.0
4.0
5.0
7.0
9.3
7.2
6.0 10.0
9.1
4.5 19.4 14.0 22.3 10.0 11.0
9.4 19.0
Toronto
2.1
1.3
1.3
3.3
5.3
3.0
1.3
5.2
4.3
1.3 16.3
7.3 14.2
Vancouver
7.0
5.5
4.0
4.0
3.0
5.5
5.4
2.0
1.0
5.1 11.0 14.2 26.0 10.0
9.3 12.5 21.1
Winnipeg
2.4
2.4
1.3
4.0
3.0
3.5
2.4
2.3
4.0
4.0 11.5
7.5
7.3 16.0
8.1 14.0
9.3
8.0
8.3
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Calgary
Hours
For a sense of amazement, take in the northern
lights (aurora borealis), a luminous display of colour
that dances across the dark sky. While the northern
lights can be seen year-round in Canada, they
are best viewed in fall and winter when the nights
are longer.
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Bo
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At
Yukon Quest® is an annual 1,000-mile dogsled race
between Whitehorse and Fairbanks held in February.
9.0 13.5
9.5
8.2 12.0
Yellowknife
Where can you enjoy an authentic fondue dinner
after snowshoeing to a log hut? Whistler, the largest
ski resort in North America and well known for it's
alpine skiing.
In an area known as Polar Bear Alley in the Arviat
region of the Hudson Bay Coast, your group can
observe and photograph polar bears from a private
cabin camp.
British
Columbia
Vancouver
Island
Tofino
Whistler
Vancouver
Victoria
Twillingate Island boasts one of Canada’s most
beautiful coastlines. Cruise the scenic waters while
viewing icebergs, mighty humpbacks, dolphins and
puffins. Or snorkel with the whales off the coast of
St. John’s, North America’s oldest city.
Alberta
Churchill
Saskatchewan
Jasper
Edmonton
Banff
Calgary
Manitoba
Did you know that you can get up close and personal
to watch thousands of beluga whales play every
summer in Hudson Bay from Churchill, Manitoba?
Saskatoon
PEI is Canada’s smallest and greenest province. Its
lovely rolling landscape, red soil, sandy beaches,
lobster cuisine and friendly locals make for the
perfect meeting or incentive.
Prince
Edward
Island
Ontario
You can take the most unique stroll, walking on
the ocean floor of the Bay of Fundy at low tide,
where the water was 50 feet above your head six
hours earlier.
Charlottetown
Charlevoix
Winnipeg
Looking for sunshine? Saskatchewan has more
sunny days than any other province! It also features
some pretty incredible fishing spots with over
100,000 lakes to choose from.
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St. John’s
Quebec
Regina
2012 is the 100-year anniversary of the Calgary
Stampede, which will attract thousands of people
from around the world!
Newfoundland
and Labrador
While in Montréal, don’t miss out on the best
smoked meat in the world! Schwartz’s delicatessen
has been in business for over 80 years and is an
institution in the city… and they cater!
Muskoka
Niagara-on-the-Lake
New Brunswick
Fredericton
Québec City
Mont-Tremblant
Montebello
Montréal
Ottawa
Toronto
Niagara Falls
Moncton
Halifax
Nova Scotia
Halifax – Where else would you be able to go tidal
bore rafting in the morning, whale-watching in the
afternoon, and end the day with a fresh lobster
supper in the evening?
In Niagara Falls don’t miss dinner at one of the
many award-winning wineries. The food and wine
experience is amazing, but the homemade icewine
marshmallows you can toast over an open fire for
dessert are over-the-top.
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Aurora Borealis; Photo by Randall Shirley

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