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Every Neighbourhood Tells a Story

Every Neighbourhood Tells a Story Toronto isn’t all glass towers and glittering skyscrapers. A proud “city of neighbourhoods,” Toronto has revitalized three of its key heritage districts, where the unique cultural vibe, attractions and stylish venues inspire Instagram-worthy moments.

THE DISTILLERY DISTRICT

The collection of Victorian-era industrial buildings, that were once part of the Gooderham & Worts Distillery, have been authentically restored and retrofitted to house cute cafés, fashionable shops, cutting-edge restaurants and cultural spaces. The district is a National Heritage Site and a must-see for visitors to Toronto.

Cluny Bistro Private Dining Room: A modern French casual bistro, Cluny’s private dining room can host 80 for a seated dinner.

Archeo: Located in the old carpentry shop, the warm and intimate space is accented by high yellow pine ceilings, exposed brick walls and reclaimed timber bar and tabletops. Hosts 150 for cocktails and 118 for a plated event.

The Loft: The newly renovated mezzanine level of The Boiler House features stunning décor against a historic backdrop, harvest-style tables and a 20-foot bar. Hosts 120 for cocktails.

The Fermenting Cellar: This 7,500-sq.-ft. flagship venue, with its heavy timber beams, 32-foot high ceilings and industrial chic vibe, is a blank canvas for gatherings of 600 for cocktails and 350 for a plated dinner.

LIBERTY VILLAGE

The 19th century factories and warehouses that dot the Liberty Village neighbourhood just west of downtown are now home to tech startups, cozy cafés and enterprising restaurants. Mildred’s Temple Kitchen is a popular local hangout serving locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Its VIP seating area gives groups of 14 an exclusive, behind-the-scenes view of the kitchen. The restaurant can host 100 for a sit down dinner or 200 for a cocktail reception.

Caffino Ristorante: Classic Italian food is served in a former Victorian rug-making factory; beautifully renovated with soaring windows, high ceilings and an outdoor courtyard. The dining room can host 125 for dinner.

EVERGREEN BRICK WORKS

An oasis of calm in the bustling city, the Brick Works was once a noisy brickmaking factory and quarry. Today, wildlife thrives in peaceful ponds and meadows where the quarry once stood. The site’s collection of sustainably-focused new and original structures (16 of which are deemed historically significant), as well as imaginative outdoor spaces, play host to community festivals, workshops and art installations. Tap into teambuilding opportunities, such as outdoor seasonal planting or ice skating.

The CRH Gallery and Koerner Gardens: A 28,000 sq.-ft. bright and versatile space featuring long kilns and drying tunnels lit by architectural lighting.

The Pavilions: A centrally located and covered 25,000 sq.-ft. outdoor space with capacity for 2,000 guests.

The BMO Atrium: Located in the Platinum Centre for Green Cities and with capacity for 250 guests, this versatile space is a combination of industrial brick and modern architecture accented by graffiti walls and soaring ceilings.

Frances and Tim Price Terrace: This 7,500 sq.-ft. outdoor space provides an impressive panoramic view of the ponds and the Weston Family Quarry Garden.

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For the Foodie

Inspired by crisp mountain air, soaring views and dramatic natural landscapes, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise’s renowned culinary team offers a truly authentic taste of the Canadian Rockies. We feature the freshest seasonal ingredients from the fertile grounds of local surrounding farms and selections from the nearby. We are committed to building a more sustainable world while creating unique and memorable experiences for our guests. We support healthy communities and ecosystems by choosing local, sustainable ingredients wherever possible.

Nestled right in the heart of Banff National Park, the legendary Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise will set the mood for breathtaking events, family celebrations, successful meetings and memorable stays. Whether it’s a grand fairytale wedding, a charity gala or an intimate meeting of executives, it would be our pleasure to host your next event, in true Rocky Mountain style.

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Getting to us is easy and accessible.

The journey is part of the experience. Enjoy the scenic drive from Calgary Internation Airport to the front door of the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. With an array of transportation options, we can tailor your ground transfer experience to suit the needs of your group.

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What you need to know.

Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise has been hosting meetings for more than a century. Our one-of-a-kind hotel offers unique venues to handle everything from a critical board meeting to headline-grabbing product launches.

Savvy conference planners rely on Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise because we’re leading the way with innovative programs to protect the planet. Our Sustainable Meetings win kudos for socially conscious options. Fairmont Signature Events are stress-free options that add our special Fairmont touch to your next meeting.

Beyond meeting agendas, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise offers a wealth of options to recharge and help attendees connect with our special destination. Our meeting planners understand that a fun outing can shake off information overload and reenergize everyone.

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3 Tips to Tap Into the Beer Craze
at Your Next Event

Author: David McMillin, PCMA

Bud Light, Coors Light, and Miller Lite may be the most-recognized names in the beer industry, but smaller names are making some big noise at the bar. Last year, the Brewers Association reported a 6-percent increase in volume and a 10-percent increase in dollar value for small and independent craft brewers across America.

Beer makers north of the border are raising their glasses to the rise in craft-beer popularity, too.

As he was gearing up for the Alberta Craft Brewing Convention at the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre on March 12–14, Don Tse, a 20-year veteran of the beer industry in Alberta and official beer taster at Craft Beer Importers Canada, shared his thoughts on how to capitalize on this beverage trend at business events. As you look ahead to the menu at your next reception, consider these three key lessons for serving up suds.

Beer Is Serious Business for Some of Your Attendees. Many attendees might be sampling limited-edition bottles of barrel-aged stouts and grapefruit IPAs on the craft-beer bandwagon, but those in charge of the catering service may not be fully onboard yet. “Food-and-beverage directors often agonize over the shape of the weight, the weight of the plate, and how the napkin is folded, but for beer, they just serve mass-produced beer,” Tse said. “If you acknowledge that the shape of a fork affects a person’s enjoyment of a meal, you should also acknowledge that the beer you serve and how you serve it also affects the experience. Hotels and conferences should be aware that people care about beer now. They take it more seriously.”

The Next Wave of Beer Innovation Might Not Include Any Booze. People don’t just care about beer, though. They also care about their well-being. As the wellness movement makes business travelers rethink how much they should drink at the hotel bar, the beer industry will aim to keep their glasses filled without the guilt. “Non-alcoholic beer seems to be on the brink of becoming a movement,” Tse said. “It’s a concept that I’m pretty excited about. After all, the craft-beer drinker claims to care about flavor, so we’ll find out if they like flavors without the alcohol.”

In fact, Carlos Brito, the CEO of Anheuser-Busch InBev, has discussed investing heavily in non-alcoholic beer, Tse pointed out, and he expects the rest of the industry to follow the lead of the biggest name in beer.

Beer Can Play a Role in Building a Less-Intimidating Environment. The other side of the bar menu — the wine list — can often make attendees who are not well-versed in the swirling and sniffing tasting exercises of red and white varietals feel uncomfortable. While beers have just as many unique flavor pairings as wine, Tse thinks that pint glasses can feel more inviting.

“The public is beginning to agree that beer is just as interesting [as wine], but it doesn’t have a level of pretension around it,” Tse said. “People can feel intimated by wine and whether their bosses or someone else might judge them about their lack of knowledge of the formalities of tasting wine. But people aren’t as afraid of beer.”

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These Calgary Festivals will Inspire your Conference Attendees

Conference attendees are always looking for opportunities to break out of the boardroom and immerse themselves in the local culture. These Calgary festivals will inspire, invigorate and awe your conference attendees.

Beakerhead • September 19-23, 2018

Calgary’s Beakerhead is an exploration of science, art and technology, featuring workshops, competitions and installations to stimulate ingenuity. A five-day citywide spectacle with more than 60 events centred around delightfully bizarre engineered installations and artworks, attendees can build a Beakerhead walking tour to take in the installations or sign up for special events.

Case Study: International Play Association, Calgary 2017

When the International Play Association (IPA) planned their Calgary Conference, meeting planners worked with Beakerhead to take advantage of the synergies and build local play into conference programming. Beakerhead’s theme of “Snakes and Ladders” and their Vivo ambassadors (Vivo is a not-for-profit, charitable organization committed to healthy living and community building), worked with IPA to hold an outdoor session at the doorstep of the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre on Stephen Avenue pedestrian mall.

Folk Fest • July 26-29, 2018

A 10-minute walk from Calgary’s Convention District, Folk Fest on Prince’s Island Park brings the world of acoustic guitars, good music and good food together for four fun-filled days. 70 artists from Alberta, Canada and the world perform in concerts, sessions and unpredictable mash-ups where artists collaborate in unique and unexpected ways, sharing songs and stories.

Globalfest • August 16-25, 2018

Alberta’s most explosive festival lights up the summer night sky with fireworks. The annual Globalfest international fireworks competition runs for 10 days at the end of August and is the perfect way to close out a spectacular conference.

Calgary Stampede • July 6-15, 2018

The Calgary Stampede hosts 1.2 million visitors from around the world to join in festivities at The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth. The entire city pulls out their western wear for this 10-day spectacle – so pick up a cowboy hat that fits!

Shows: From world-famous rodeo and chuckwagon races to high-energy entertainment from show-riders to bmx demonstrations there is round the clock entertainment.

Music: Country legends, rock royalty and rising stars take over Calgary for a concert series in dozens of venues across the city.

Attractions: Stampede Park captivates visitors with sights, sounds and scents. Enjoy mid-way rides, indulge in deep-fried ally, or learn to two-step in a country bar.

Western Events + Agriculture:Animals are the heartbeat and the passion of the Calgary Stampede. Experience dozens of showcases and events, or tour the barns at Stampede Park.

White Hat Ceremony: Want to WOW your delegates? Calgary’s famous White Hat ceremony is available year round. The tradition started in the 1950’s, and continues on today as Calgary’s way of welcoming, honoring and sharing our famous hospitality with visitors. Be a part of Calgary’s tradition and create an unforgettable experience by hosting a White Hat ceremony onsite during your conference or reception. Meetings + Conventions Calgary’s event services team will arrange all of the details, including hats and a volunteer for your ceremony.

With over 600 annual festivals, there is ample opportunity to connect your event to Calgary’s cultural scene.

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10 Reasons to Meet in Calgary

What makes Calgary stand out as a meeting destination? The energy and experience. Its people, its downtown, and its industries are all growing and thriving. Not to mention the city has more than 100 years of experience hosting the world at the Calgary Stampede, Winter Olympics, and at 700 annual festivals. That adds up to one impressive resume.

A hub for business events. Calgary has not one but two venues for large events: the downtown Calgary TELUS Convention Centre and east-side BMO Centre at Stampede Park.
Wonderfully compact. Meeting in Calgary puts attendees in the vibrant cultural and entertainment districts, where they can walk from their meeting to restaurants, museums, shopping, and theaters.
Fresh air everywhere. Calgary has 497 miles of walking and cycling paths and two of the largest urban parks in world.
A quick flight away. A western Canadian hub, Calgary is no more than one stop away from any major city in the world.
A base camp for adventure. Less than an hour from downtown are the Canadian Rocky Mountains and nearby UNESCO World Heritage Sites, like Dinosaur Provincial Park.
Inspired cuisine. Calgary’s ambitious, award-winning chefs are earning the city a well-deserved international reputation for delightful fare.
Get distilled. Alberta’s ideal growing conditions produce some of the world’s best barley, helping to fuel Calgary’s booming microbrewery and distillery scene.
Inspiration is everywhere. Take groups on a field trip to the National Music Centre, Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, or Spruce Meadows for a deep dive into what makes Calgary unique.
A clean energy leader. Calgary-based companies operate one-third of Canada’s wind-generation installations, and the clean tech market in the region’s oil and gas sector reached an estimated $1.3 billion last year.
The ultimate host. Working with Meetings + Conventions Calgary is sort of like visiting a close friend, the kind who knows all of the hidden local gems and never forgets to leave chocolate on the pillow.

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Club Med Arcs Panorama

Surrounded by an enchanting alpine forest, Club Med Les Arcs Panorama is a 4-trident modern gem with an exclusive 5-trident space. Located in the arc 1600 ski resort, this Village combines the charm and convenience of a mid-altitude resort, with the high mountain thrills of paradiski – one of the world’s largest ski areas. What are the 10 good reasons to ski at Club Med Arcs Panorama?

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