Industry Insights

With summer fading into the distance as the fall (and winter) months close in, many businesses are looking to schedule conferences, workshops and events and there is no better time to bring delegates to Ottawa and wow them with perks they won’t be able to enjoy anywhere else. Ottawa, a city whose name begins with “Oh!” and ends with “Ah!” is more than just Canada’s capital. Boasting the Parliament buildings, award-winning restaurants, acclaimed cultural institutions, gorgeous scenery and ample spaces…

Tourism PEI / Paul Baglole Meeting in Prince Edward Island is never just business as usual. The picturesque and laid-back island atmosphere of PEI naturally sparks inspiration and collaboration during business events. Conferences hosted on PEI often report above average registration numbers, with many delegates citing their excitement to visit this Atlantic Canadian island as a “bucket list” destination, inviting their partners or families to stay pre- or post-event. Meetings & Conventions PEI (M&CPEI) are currently offering a promotion to…

By Doug Wallace, Ignite magazine | September 2024   Sustainability is unquestionably a core focus in the design and execution of successful business events and a given when it comes to the planning checklist. Explore Waterloo Region (EWR) is working with Sustainable Waterloo Region to offer programs that check those boxes. “The new carbon transportation offset program is one of the first initiatives in our overarching sustainability tactical plan that we will be rolling out,” says Jennifer Eddings, director of…

By Doug Wallace, Ignite magazine | August 2024 Meeting planners know that when it comes to staging business events, there are lots of moving parts—a million little things that need to come together to create one big success. With so much at stake, it pays to work with an organization that has the expertise to deal with every aspect of your event because they’ve seen it all—and done it all—before. “We’re essentially like a one-stop shop – a ‘concierge’ of…

As the crisp fall air ushers in a new season, it’s the perfect time for companies to embrace the ‘back to business’ mindset. At the Oak Bay Beach Hotel, we offer an unparalleled destination for corporate meetings, incentive trips, and off-property events that blend productivity with leisure. Nestled on the serene shores of the Pacific Ocean, the Oak Bay Beach Hotel provides a breathtaking backdrop for any business event. Our versatile meeting spaces are designed to inspire creativity and foster…

Gain a strategic advantage when hosting business events in Waterloo Region By Doug Wallace, Ignite magazine | July 2024 As a major innovation hub, internationally renowned for advances in technology and manufacturing, Waterloo Region has experienced enormous growth over the past 25 years. Home to many leading corporate headquarters in several key economic sectors—established within a dense, 25-kilometre radius—the region is an ideal destination to host business events. “When I think about the attributes that make Waterloo a great fit…

The Calgary TELUS Convention Centre marks 50 years of growth and change in a vibrant and dynamic city As a city grows, so do its institutions–and the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre reflects a vibrant city becoming increasingly prominent on the world stage. This year, the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre (CTCC) will officially turn 50. As the city it calls home has grown from a population of just over 440,000 people in 1974 to about 1.6 million in 2024, the CTCC…

Whether you’re visiting Ottawa to attend a conference, meet with government officials or simply explore everything from historic buildings and natural landmarks to some of the best restaurants in Canada, there is no shortage of things that will make you go both “Oh!” and “Ah!” Ottawa, a city whose name actually begins with “Oh!” and ends with “Ah!” is one that begs visitors to come early to take in the grand Parliament buildings and over 800 km of trails and…