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Local Flavours Create Exceptional Events
2026/09/01

Great events are not only remembered for the moments they create, but also for the culinary experiences shared around the table. Food has become an opportunity for planners to connect people, tell a destination’s story and offer attendees an authentic taste of the place they are visiting. Many venues incorporate locally sourced and seasonal ingredients into menus to showcase regional flavours and support local farmers and producers. Chefs are increasingly looking to nearby farms, fisheries and producers to shape…
Event Operations, Food & Beverage
MTCC Tops $10B in Economic Impact
2026/06/09

The Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) has reported more than $510 million in economic impact generated during the fiscal year 2025/26 and surpassing $10 billion in total economic impact since opening in 1984. The results reflect the MTCC’s continued contribution to jobs, tourism, and economic activity across Toronto and Ontario. During fiscal 2025/26, the MTCC welcomed more than one million visitors, sustained approximately 5,556 jobs, and generated more than $131 million in tax revenue for all levels of government.…
Breaking News, Uncategorized
Industry Profile: Kathy Haley
2025/03/04

Kathy Haley is a dynamic and respected leader with more than 35 years of experience in customer experience and large-scale operations. Throughout her career, she has had opportunities to champion and collaborate on legacy projects – projects that have shaped the fabric of cities and regions in Canada and the US. When presented with the opportunity to join the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC), she was excited to return to Toronto (her home town) to lead the centre. Haley…
Industry Profiles, People & Profiles
Kathy Haley Joins MTCC as President, CEO
2024/11/29

The Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) has announced the appointment of Kathy Haley as its new president and chief executive officer. Haley joins the MTCC team as a dynamic leader with global expertise in strategic transformation, customer experience, and large-scale operations. She is the first woman to hold this position, and she is set to lead the MTCC into a new chapter. Haley brings extensive experience in leading successful multimillion-dollar infrastructure projects. She is also recognized as a leading…
Breaking News
MTCC Celebrates 40th Anniversary
2024/10/02

The Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) is celebrating its 40th anniversary. For four decades, the MTCC has hosted world-class events in the heart of Toronto that inspire innovation, create connections, and contribute to the success of the city and region. The centre has generated an estimated $9.2 billion in economic impact since 1984, more than any other convention centre in Canadian history. The anniversary marks a proud moment for the centre. “We are proud to celebrate the centre’s 40-year…
Breaking News
Sibos 2023 Returns to Toronto
2023/09/20

Sibos, the annual conference, exhibition, and networking event organized by Swift for the financial industry, returns to Toronto and the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) for the third time from September 18-21, 2023. This highly anticipated citywide convention will connect more than 8,000 financial industry thought leaders, decision-makers, and experts to address critical issues challenging the global financial ecosystem. Themed “Collaborative Finance in a Fragmented World”, key topics at Sibos 2023 will include ESG, cross-border payments, post-trade data, digital…
Breaking News
Strong Summer of Conventions at MTCC
2023/06/15

The Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) will host a series of six citywide conventions this summer that will gather more than 27,000 national and international visitors. These large conventions will create a significant boost for the region’s economy and local businesses. In its 2023/24 fiscal year, the MTCC will host 22 citywide conventions set to generate over $246 million in economic impact. Global leaders and scientists will gather at the MTCC this summer to innovate and exchange knowledge on…
Breaking News
MTCC Renews Encore Partnership
2023/06/01

The Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) announced that it has renewed its partnership with Encore as the facility’s official preferred supplier of audiovisual services. Encore, a leader in event technology and production, works closely with the MTCC team to provide cutting edge event technology, creative, and production services for in-person and hybrid events. The Encore team has a unique knowledge of the facility, an efficient planning process, and consistently earns excellent satisfaction ratings (93 per cent on average) from…
Breaking News
MTCC Sets New Records for Events
2022/12/29

The Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) announced that it set new facility records for securing major conventions in 2022 and in fiscal year 2023/24. The MTCC will host 21 citywide conventions in fiscal year 2023/24, the highest yearly total in the facility’s 38-year history. The 21 citywide conventions will generate an estimated $246 million in direct spending economic impact for the region and bring over 100,000 attendees to the heart of Toronto. Economic impact is incredibly valuable for the…
Breaking News
MTCC Supports Local Wine and Beer
2022/06/30

The Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) has announced that for the first time, 100 per cent of the wine and craft beer they serve will be locally sourced. This initiative reflects the centre’s ongoing commitment to support local businesses and showcase the best Ontario has to offer. “As Canada’s largest convention centre, it’s important for us to lead by example, support local businesses and make a positive impact on the region,” said David Procopio, director of food and beverage…
Breaking News, Uncategorized