Smart Meetings

MAY 1, 2023

Plan with confidence Toronto Is More Than a Meeting Place Toronto is North America’s fourth most populous city, making it Canada’s largest and most visited destination. There is much to explore, from big-ticket events, top attractions, award-winning restaurants, and Canada’s leading business sectors.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2024

If you’re looking for unique wedding destinations to make your special day unforgettable, you’ve come to the right place. Unique Wedding Destinations Vineyards Vineyards offer a romantic and sophisticated setting for weddings.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Getting everyone gracefully from point A to meeting B is one of the challenges event professionals wrestle with every day, even if those points are simply from airport to venue and back again. After the final session closes, the struggle shifts to the attendee looking for a little bleisure action in nearby destinations.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

other destination has Toronto’s unique DNA. Toronto is easy to access , with service to over 180 global destinations in 55 countries via two best-in-class international airports. Industry-leading venues. Sustainability is a top priority for Toronto’s convention centres, venues and meeting spaces.

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Convene by PCMA

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Start planning your next meeting with Destination Canada Business Events. With its wide-open spaces, diverse culture, vibrant cities and natural beauty, Canada is home to a variety of inspiring destinations for events of every kind. Here are just a few of the things you can expect when you meet in Canada.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Destination Canada makes it easier for business events to forge deeper connections locally through initiatives like the Canadian Visionaries Network. Coast Mountain Photography) It’s no secret that Canada attracts flocks of business events with its robust connectivity, top-of-the-line venues, and natural beauty.

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OCTOBER 28, 2021

In Canada—where 11 life sciences hubs offer a wealth of intellectual capital and a thriving innovation ecosystem—you’ll find the potential to forge these connections. But Canada is already one step ahead. Ready to follow suit and tap into Canada’s trailblazing life sciences sector for your next medical meeting? In Good Company.

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MPI

AUGUST 24, 2023

Toronto is North America’s fourth most populous city, making it Canada’s largest and most visited destination. Find yourself surrounded by towering skyscrapers, artistic alleyways and stunning venues that contribute to the charm of the city, making it an ideal destination for meetings and conferences.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 17, 2023

of inspiring meeting venues, it’s a prime destination for an invigorating and exciting Halloween meeting. Read More: 4 Bewitching Destinations for Halloween Events The James New York – NoMad, New York, New York Stay Spooked Package at The James New York – NoMad The James New York – NoMad has stood since 1901.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Photo Credit: Destination Canada. With wide-open spaces and once-in-a-lifetime experiences, Canada makes the shortlist of incentive destinations that will leave an indelible impression on attendees for years to come. Here are six stand-out experiences you’ll find only in Canada: Dog Sledding Through the Rockies.

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OCTOBER 26, 2023

The city features two international airports serving 200 destinations in 55 nations around the globe. Unique Venues Host your events at iconic venues: Atop the 1,815-foot CN Tower with its vast views, among the sea creatures at Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada , or at one of the largest art museums in North America, the Art Gallery of Ontario.

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Bizzaboo

JANUARY 3, 2024

We bring together international and local event planners and connect them with the best destinations, venues and event suppliers from around the world. Destination West May 2024 TBA Destination West is the premier hosted-buyer event for qualified meetings and incentive professionals sourcing programs in the West.

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DCI

JUNE 13, 2023

The latest edition of the Meeting Room of the Future, a research study conducted by Development Counsellors International in partnership with the International Association of Conference Centers (IACC), provides firsthand insight into the world of meetings and conferences from meeting planners and venue operators.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 4, 2023

From Palm Springs to Albuquerque, venues celebrate First Nation people When the tides of history recede, the cultural energy in some regions remains palpable. Thanks to some exciting new spaces opening across the country, meeting planners can host events at cultural centers that provide educational experiences that will have a lasting impact.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 4, 2024

Luxury gifting and venues add to the self-care vibe. Top coaches join to empower attendees to pursue their individual dreams and everyone—male or female—is welcome. One of the highlights is a moderated Provocateur Circles session that challenges attendees to ask the tough questions and make meaningful change.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 10, 2022

Alison Brooks, director of destination experience and advocacy at Visit Mesa , and Julie Pingston, president and CEO of Greater Lansing Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB ) , proactively addressed the issue at Destinations International Annual Convention 2022 in Toronto, Canada, last month. Recognizing the Need.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2023

and Canada ( Centre for Urban Research and Land Development at Toronto Metropolitan University ), as well as first in the world for working women ( Bloomberg Businessweek ). Abundant DEI Resources Toronto prides itself in creating an inclusive environment for residents and visitors alike, starting with the city’s venues.

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OCTOBER 20, 2023

The largest convention destination in Western Canada, Calgary’s easy-to-explore worlds of history and culture are woven into the city’s impressive venues. The visionary structure will cement the TELUS Convention Centre as Canada’s go-to venue for accessible art and culture. Get started at visitcalgary.com.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Rahul Shah BESydney has named Rahul Shah as director for North America to lead the organization’s presence across the United States and Canada. Webber has more than 15 years of tourism and destination marketing organization experience. He will oversee event management, venue operations, public safety, and guest services.

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Many of Canada’s event destinations are surrounded by stunning natural beauty. Destination Vancouver/Hubert Kang). Across Canada , event organizers will find a wealth of opportunities to bring attendees back together in environments that inspire. Stephen McCarthy/Collision via Sportsfile ). Coast Mountain Photography).

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AUGUST 25, 2021

and Canada, the great outdoors of Banff and Lake Louise await you. Banff and Lake Louise is a year-round destination, and unlike few competitors, boasts a seven-month season for world class skiing. After more than 18 months of the pandemic, nature never looked so good. With the recent opening of the border between the U.S.

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AUGUST 23, 2022

This inclusive spirit can be felt as soon as your attendees arrive, from the welcoming atmosphere at the hotel and meeting venue, to the city’s thriving arts scene and eclectic array of restaurants and attractions. The experts at Destination Toronto are on hand to make sure your event is a smashing success. Diversity in Action.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 13, 2021

He attributed some of the increase to comfort in multiple destinations, and compression leading to organizations putting out broader feelers than normal in order to secure a place with availability. and Canada fall into that category. “We We are seeing more hotels being included in RFPs,” he said. An Automated Future .

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Chantal Sturk-Nadeau, executive director for Business Events at Destination Canada, reported that the country will be hosting the largest contingent ever this year. Las Vegas has developed enormously over the last two years and IMEX is making it easy for people to check out all the new venues for themselves.

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Endless Events

AUGUST 26, 2021

Sit back and press play; besides the highlights of TSE + Catersource, you’ll find out how hard it is to travel to the States from Canada and what our lovely hosts really think of Miami. And that really surprised me because looking down on you from the north, from Canada, it just feels like it’s full steam ahead.

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inVOYAGE

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Atlantic Canada draws travellers from around the globe with its rugged beauty, from red sand beaches and craggy cliffs, to rolling hills and colourful villages. Another amazing perk about Atlantic Canada is that it’s easy to get to — about a five-hour flight from European destinations, including London.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 26, 2023

Homelessness and property damage made headlines on national news, casting the Pacific Northwest in an unfavorable light as a tourist and meetings destination. Downtown really offers a variety of reasons to be there and it’s really destinations and not obligations that are going to be successful—we’ve been focused on that for some time.”

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FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Often, event organizers focus on surface-level attributes: the number of speakers, the variety of sessions, or the attributes of the host venue and/or destination. Juliano Lissoni is managing director of MCI Canada, and a member of PCMA’s U.S. and Canada Advisory Board. Were they able to make meaningful connections?

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 8, 2022

Ehlenfeldt has held directorships at Monterey County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Destination Canada and Long Beach Convention Center. OVG360 , Oak View Group’s sustainability-focused venue management division, named O’Dell president of venue management. Dina Fenili Niekamp. Greg O’Dell.

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MAY 26, 2023

Long recognized as the ultimate host city, Calgary in little over a year will welcome the world to a newly expanded BMO Centre at Stampede Park — a state-of-the-art venue that showcases the best in both technology and Western Canadian hospitality. The BMO Centre’s dramatic new pavilion will open to a spacious outdoor plaza.

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DECEMBER 1, 2022

Calgary offers event organizers and their groups an unbeatable portfolio of event venues and attractions. As you look for spaces that can breathe new life into your events, consider these three standout spots from Calgary’s portfolio of venues. Arts Commons: A $450-Million Project to Power the Performing Arts.

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Travel Daily Media

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Following the success of the Global Forum 2022 in Vancouver, Canada, the BestCities Global Alliance has announced that its next annual gathering will be held on 18-21 January in Melbourne. Leaders in the industry, representatives from across the world, and BestCities member destinations all attend the organisation’s signature event.

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JULY 17, 2023

She highlighted the recent white paper published by Strategic Alliance of the National Convention Bureaux of Europe (SANCBE) as well as Destination Canada’s roadmap as positive examples utilizing scale.

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OCTOBER 27, 2022

Event Venues Galore. This multipurpose live entertainment venue can seat more than 10,000 fans as a basketball arena or more than 15,000 for a concert. Austin continues to wow planners and attendees with increased offerings, from new hotels to impressive event venues. Christopher Sherman). New Hotels.

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Gavel International

JANUARY 30, 2023

Reading Time: 6 minutes Montreal is the second largest city in Canada and is known for its many art galleries, cultural diversity, commerce, and architecture. Cobblestone streets, French gardens, and grand markets display the best of French Canada, past and present. It is a city that is full of activities all year round.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2021

As in-person events return, the culture of a destination is playing an increasingly critical role in capturing attendees’ attention. More than $1 billion in new development will soon recast Calgary as Western Canada’s largest convention destination, capable of hosting events twice the size of its current capacity.

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Blue Spark Event Design

DECEMBER 21, 2023

It’s a destination that caters to all your desires, whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or an adrenaline-fueled adventure. Meeting venues surround prime entertainment locations within steps of Cabo San Lucas’s exhilarating nightlife and waterfront dining.

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