Meeting Places BC 2020

MEETING AND EVENT PLANNING IN BRITISH COLUMBIA I 2020

MEETINGPLACESBC

100th AUTO SHOW Blair Qualey shines up for the centennial of the Vancouver International Auto Show

POD HOTELS OFFBEAT VENUES DISCOVER 6 B.C. REGIONS

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From Small, intimate functions to conferences, meetings and banquets for up to 400 people, Anvil Centre’s full service conference centre and theatre space can accommodate virtually any special event.

The only venue located in the centre of Metro Vancouver.

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Contact us for more information: T 604 515 3830 | E anvilcentre @newwestcity.ca

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PRESENTING...

the perfect place for your next event

events Make your next event a memorable one. The City of Burnaby features some extraordinary venues and catering packages that are perfect for meetings, corporate events, workshops, conferences, staff parties and holiday celebrations. From beautiful spaces with oor-to-ceiling windows set among a lush golf course to intimate settings that evoke days gone by, take some time to explore our spectacular venues.

Riverway Clubhouse With its naturally-inspired wooden beams and incredible setting, the Riverway Clubhouse boasts an abundance of natural light and striking oor-to-ceiling windows offering remarkable views of the scenic Riverway Golf Course.

9001 Bill Fox Way, Burnaby

BOOK YOUR NEXT EVENT WITH US AT 604-297-4888

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“I wanted to thank you for another great Christmas lunch this year! I have received very positive feedback on the food (including the variety which accommodates so many!), the staff and the beautifully decorated space!

Our group always enjoys the lunch at Riverway and you and all the staff make it a wonderful experience for each and every person. I received extra feedback on the great desserts this year! Please pass along our gratitude to you, the staff and the chefs for a wonderful meal and really lovely lunching experience for all.”

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Burnaby Mountain Clubhouse

Burnaby Lake Pavilion

Alan Emmott Centre

The impossibly idyllic Burnaby Mountain Clubhouse offers up a space like no other with its stunning setting and awe-inspiring views of the lush and verdant golf course.

Surrounded by striking scenery and amazing wildlife, your event will be made forever memorable in this enchanting, rustic venue sitting along the water’s edge.

Overflowing with charm, this 100-year-old schoolhouse presents an exceptional event or meeting space with its century-old architectural grandeur.

7600 Halifax Street, Burnaby

6871 Roberts Street, Burnaby

6650 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby

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CONTENTS

MEETING AND EVENT PLANNING IN BRITISH COLUMBIA I 2020

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MEETINGPLACESBC

100th AUTO SHOW Blair Qualey shines up for the centennial of the Vancouver International Auto Show

POD HOTELS OFFBEAT VENUES DISCOVER 6 B.C. REGIONS

PRESIDENT: Alvin Brouwer EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, BUSINESS IN VANCOUVER; VICE-PRESIDENT, GLACIER MEDIA: Kirk LaPointe EDITOR: Frank O’Brien DESIGN: Petra Kaksonen PRODUCTION: Rob Benac CONTRIBUTORS: Chuck Chiang, Glen Korstrom, Peter Mitham, Frank O’Brien PROOFREADER: Meg Yamamoto DIRECTOR, SALES AND MARKETING : Pia Huynh SALES MANAGER: Laura Torrance ADVERTISING SALES: Blair Johnston, Corinne Tkachuk, Chris Wilson ADMINISTRATOR: Katherine Butler RESEARCH: Anna Liczmanska Meeting Places British Columbia 2020 is published by BIV Magazines, a division of BIV Media Group, 303 Fifth Avenue West, Vancouver, B.C. V5Y 1J6, 604-688-2398, fax 604-688-1963, biv.com.

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B.C. REGIONS 32 VANCOUVER COAST & MOUNTAINS 46 VANCOUVER ISLAND & GULF ISLANDS 54 THOMPSON OKANAGAN 59 KOOTENAY ROCKIES 63 CARIBOO CHILCOTIN COAST 67 NORTHERN BRITISH COLUMBIA

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Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to Circulation Department: 303 Fifth Avenue West, Vancouver, B.C. V5Y 1J6 Email: subscribe@biv.com Cover image: Blair Qualey, president and CEO of the New Car Dealers Association of BC, prepares for the 100th anniversary of the Vancouver International Auto Show at the Vancouver Convention Centre, March 25-29, 2o20 Photo: Chung Chow

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UNIQUE VENUE OPTIONS FOR GROUPS OF 25 TO 10,000+ Host your next event with the PNE: Catering, event management and entertainment • Picturesque parks and gardens Five unique buildings offering meeting rooms, facilities and event suites year-round Additional fun event locations including Playland, PNE Fair and Fright Nights

Book your special event today at Vancouver’s Largest Event Destination! groupsales@pne.ca | 604.252.3663 | Appreciation Events • Corporate Meetings • Conferences • Trade and Consumer Shows • Seminars Staff Parties • Team Building Workshops • Wrap Parties • Banquets and Cocktail Parties

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FIND YOUR PERFECT SPACE.

AT THE VANCOUVER CONVENTION CENTRE, WE HAVE THE PERFECT SPACE WAITING FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT. From our delectable café and wine bar, LOT185, to traditional meeting rooms of all shapes, sizes and configurations, our venue and teams will ensure your event matches your vision.

And whether it’s an intimate business gathering or a global conference, we support you from start to finish.

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ASSOCIATION MESSAGES

ILEA CANADA | COLLABORATION OVER COMPETITION The goal is collaboration over competition.

T h i s st rategy often gets lost in the event i ndustry as we bid aga i nst e a c h o t h e r fo r c o n t ra c t s , projects and events. What if instead of viewing those we compete against as competitors, we shift our outlook to them being colleagues and mentors?

This is the International Live

Events Association (ILEA), and it is home to thousands of competitor event professionals across the globe and many in our home of Vancouver. We curate opportunities to learn from each other and discover what makes us different when at a glance we appear so similar.

T h is has the power to strengthen brands and persona l a nd professiona l development a nd u n ite ou r industry. In Vancouver, ILEA

collaborates with our comp e t i to rs t h e P rofe s s io n a l Convention Management Association and Meeting Professionals International (MPI) on multiple events in the year and has partnered with MPI in an online education initiative.

These collaborations greatly impact what our association brings to its members while still allowing us to position our monthly curriculum on brand with who ILEA is. This yea r ou r la ndscape ra nges

from design labs and cocktail socials to panels on cannabis, security and human trafficking in our industry.

We are a passionate, committed community of event creatives, planners and vendors working to improve our industry and bring value, substance and fun to our members.

Shannon Boudreau, president, Vancouver chapter, International Live Events Association

MPI B.C. | WHEN WE MEET, WE CHANGE THE WORLD “When we meet, we change the world” is the global message and brand promise of Meeting Professiona ls Internationa l (MPI) .

T his recognizes that as an events industry association we understand that event experiences must reflect the most current standards and trends for event design elements such as accessibility and inclusion, corporate social responsibility and sustainability practices, latest

technology, culinary and marketing and promotional tactics.

As leaders in a global industry, we believe in best practices and we are constantly re-evaluating how we can create better events to ensure that the attendee experience is unforgettable (in a good way).

MPI works both globally and locally to provide our members with networking opportunities, career-enhancing education and opportunities to grow as leaders.

The board of directors for the MPI B.C. chapter is made up of both seasoned professionals and

rising stars that are ready to deliver on our promise of valuable member engagement.

Each year we deliver education and special events designed with the attendee experience and event sponsor return on investment at the forefront.

Our collaborative processes enable a customized approach that ensures value to all of our stakeholders: planner members, supplier members, student members, faculty, partners and sponsors.

We are also proud to continue ou r col l ab orat ion w it h t he

Vancouver events industry and fellow industry associations, the Professional Convention Management Association and the International Live Events Association, zon important events such as Globa l Meetings Industry Day 2020 and the award-winning Holiday Party.

At MPI we connect the connectors to produce experiences that inspire, educate and energize.

Heidi Hughes, president, B.C. chapter, Meeting Professionals International

PCMA | TAKE TIME TO RECHARGE Greetings to everyone from the Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) Canada West chapter. As I write this, the summer is ending and the busy season for our industry is underway.

W h i le we a re juggl i ng

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b e t w e e n d e a d l i n e s , b u s iness trips and back-to-back events, let’s always remind ourselves of the importance of recharging.

Recharging is not just about going on vacation. Listen to a short meditation session in the morning; take a five-to10-minute walk after lunch; unplug a few minutes in the evening. Recharging is about

building daily habits that can help us retain energy, calm and motivation.

Recha rg i ng is a lso about spending time to learn new things. T he business event industry changes dramatically almost daily, and it is a constant struggle for event professions to keep up with the latest trends or threats.

Professional associations like

PCMA are here to assist you with that. Make a commitment this year to build a new habit of attending at least one local event, to connect with your colleagues and community.

I’ll see you at the next event.

Shawn Cheng, president, Canada West chapter Professional Convention Management Association

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MEETING PLACES BRITISH COLUMBIA 2020 PUBLISHED BY BUSINESS IN VANCOUVER

REVVING TO 100 Celebrating the centennial of the Vancouver International Auto Show FRANK O’BRIEN

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he 2020 Vancouver International Auto Show, scheduled for March 25-29 at the Vancouver Convention Centre West, will be a very special occasion as the New Car Dealers Association of BC and its members mark the 100th anniversary of Western Canada’s best-attended trade and consumer event, which is expected to draw in excess of 115,000 visitors this year.

Included in the centennial celebration will be a special procession of vehicles, representing each decade of the show’s existence, winding its way through the streets of Vancouver and ending at the Vancouver Convention Centre West to officially open the show. The auto show has invited many icons in the global automotive sector to elevate the experience. The honorary 100th auto show chairman and grand marshall of the procession will be none other than Jim Pattison, one of the most impactful contributors to Canada’s auto sector.

Other highlights will include a concourse-style invitational showcase that will include more than 60 unique and exotic vehicles, some never previously displayed. A “Look to the Future” display will profile emerging and advanced auto technology options. Of course organizers are working to ensure there will be additional surprises to catch the eyes of auto lovers.

Over the years the Vancouver International Auto Show has become a staple of the automobile

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industry and a signature event in Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest. Since 1920, when it all started in the barns at the Pacific National Exhibition fairgrounds, car and truck lovers have gathered en masse to view the latest models, concept vehicles and supercars, while also travelling down memory lane to revisit vehicles of the past.

An increasingly popular feature at the auto show is the expanded electric vehicle ride and drive event, presented by CleanBC – Go Electric, and a variety of alternative-powered vehicles represented on the show floor – from electric, hybrid and hydrogen-fuel cell to gas, diesel and propanepowered vehicles.

The auto show remains an important part of the automobile shopping experience, according to Foresight Research. While data specific to Canadian auto shows is not available, Foresight measured 57 auto shows in 50 markets in the U.S. What it found was that nearly two out of three attendees surveyed were in the market to purchase

Blair Qualey, president and CEO of the New Car Dealers Association of BC, at the Vancouver Convention Centre West: this year marks the 100th anniversary of the Vancouver International Auto Show •

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in the next year; they spend an average of 3.5 hours at the event; and during that period their brand opinion will be refined and in some cases finalized.

By attracting more than 115,000 attendees each year, the Vancouver auto show is an ideal platform to connect participants and sponsoring organizations to a proven audience interested in new vehicles.

For members of the business community who have to balance hectic schedules, consider attending this special event during non-peak periods, such as the noon hour or during the course of the workday, if possible. These periods typically don’t have the same level of foot traffic the show experiences when the evening and weekend rush hits full stride.

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This is a historic anniversary and one that deserves considerable celebration, not only for the event itself, but for the 10 decades of positive economic and social contribution the auto sector has made throughout the province.

The show is owned and operated by the New Car Dealers Association of BC, which represents more than 390 new car and truck franchised auto retailers from across B.C., who generate over $16 billion in retail sales and contribute $2.9 billion annually in GDP to B.C.’s economy.

Circle your calendar and plan to visit the auto show March 2529, 2020, for what should be a memorable and historic occasion.

For more information, visit: vancouverinternationalautoshow. com. É

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MEETING PLACES BRITISH COLUMBIA 2020 PUBLISHED BY BUSINESS IN VANCOUVER

HOTELS ON THE HORIZON Vancouver’s hotel shortage is pressing but developers see opportunity in a city with Canada’s highest room rates and a near 90 per cent occupancy GLEN KORSTROM AND FRANK O’BRIEN

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ith more than six million visitors arriving in Vancouver every year, the number of hotel rooms is not keeping up, tourism officials warn.

Five new hotels are on the horizon, but they are mostly boutique buildings and only one is expected to open this year, a 66-room, three-storey project being developed in a mixed-use development on Denman Street by digital hotel operator Sonder.

All together, the new Vancouver hotels will total 550 rooms.

But City of Vancouver statistics show that, as of mid-2018, the city had 13,925 hotel rooms, or 1,105 fewer units than it did a decade ago. Those lost rooms include the 626 suites in the former Empire Landmark and Coast Plaza Stanley Park hotels, which both closed in recent years.

The 372-room Four Seasons Hotel will close at the end of January 2020 and no new hotel will take that prime downtown space on West Georgia Street.

Tourism Vancouver CEO Ty Speer acknowledges that the lack of hotel rooms is pushing up rates, but stops short of suggesting that higher prices will diminish the tourist experience.

“A huge percentage of our visitors, especially those coming from offshore, are not coming here for the second time and necessarily saying, ‘I stayed at this hotel last time and I paid X, and now I’m coming and staying in the hotel and I paid Y,’” Speer says. “I don’t think that’s terribly common.”

But new visitors, especially from other Canadian cities, may experience some sticker shock at the check-in counter, says Carrie Russell, senior managing partner of industry consultancy HVS International.

Vancouver has the highest hotel room rates in the country at an average of $276.09 per night, she notes, up 11 per cent from a year ago. This compares with Calgary, at $150.12, Toronto at $210.27 and a Canadian

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average hotel rate of $181.19.

Vancouver hotels also boast the highest occupancy rates in Canada, with 89.8 per cent of all rooms booked during the first half of z2019.

“Vancouver hotel space is fundamentally maxed out,” Russell says.

While Russell agrees that Vancouver remains a premier tourist and conference destination, she says bus tours and other budget-conscious visitors may opt for suburban accommodation in the Fraser Valley,

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storey, 86-room boutique hotel connected to a mixed-use development adjacent to BC Place stadium, Vancouver. The hotel may not open for two years • GBL ARCHITECTS

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hotel chain Sonder will open this year in the historic Arts and Crafts Building on Seymour Street, Vancouver. That 36unit hotel will be based on the upper four floors of the six-storey building • ROB KRUYT

Burnaby and Coquitlam.

Hotel developers wanting in to Vancouver, however, must compete for land against residential, office and retail proposals, which has driven prices sky high.

Executive Group Development, for example, paid $19 million in 2017 for a 6,245-square-foot site on West Pender Street that it is developing into a 106room hotel expected to open in 2021 or early 2022.

Other hotels in Vancouver’s pipeline include an 86-room hotel being built by Amacon at 150 Robson Street as part of a mixed-use development; and the 175-room Emily Hotel that Onni is developing on East 1st Avenue close to the new Emily Carr University of Art & Design.

Sonder also plans to partner with Vancouver developer Coromandel Properties to lease five floors of the historic Arts and Crafts Building at 576 Seymour Street after renovations are complete. That 36-unit hotel will be based on the upper four floors of the six-storey building with Sonder’s regional head office and a lounge on the second floor.

Sonder is not your conventional hotel operator, however. The company launched in Montreal in 2012 as a short-term rental company similar to Airbnb. It has since morphed its business model to be a digital hotel, which means that all guests book rooms online and the lion’s share of interactions with hotel staff, such as ordering towels, are made through a smartphone app. É

HOW VANCOUVER HOTELS STACK UP AS OF THE SECOND HALF OF 2019 City

Room rate

Occupancy rate

RevPAR*

Vancouver

$276.09

89.8%

$247.97

Calgary

$150.12

68.7%

$103.09

Toronto

$210.27

84.2%

$177.14

Montreal

$220.23

83.2%

$183.16

Canada

$181.19

74.1%

$134.32

* Revenue per available room Source: HVS Canadian Lodging Outlook Q2 2019

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OFFBEAT VENUES

Famous B.C. tourist destinations transform into unique destinations for never-to-be-forgotten meetings

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ne of the more risqué events last year at the Vancouver Aquarium was part of Pride week. The event, called After Hours, paraded drag performances as well as “animal sex talks,” where aquarium representatives discussed marine animals’ reproductive strategies.

The event was clearly not a corporate retreat but it shows the versatility of events possible at the aquarium – a venue that has been rapidly increasing the number of corporate events it hosts each year.

The aquarium has 185,151 square feet of space. That is big enough to accommodate up to 2,000 people when all of it is being used, says the aquarium’s events manager, Riddhima Aari.

She notes the facility hosted about 200 events last year, up from 180 in 2018. Many of them were corporate retreats, cocktail parties or networking socials aimed at providing a more memorable and engaging venue than a traditional hotel ballroom.

The aquarium adds an element of intrigue and enables guests to not only mingle, but also admire sea lions or jellyfish after hours, when the facility is closed to the public.

Not all Metro Vancouver tourist attractions seek out the after-hours event business.

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park communications manager Stacy Chala says her facility never closes public access to host large-scale meetings, but “we do host smaller or afterhour events in our Cliff House Restaurant and Bar, based on availability.”

Others, however, see value in providing innovative spaces for short-term rentals.

Science World at Telus World of Science, for example, has more than 74,000 square feet of space to potentially rent out.

The Vancouver Art Gallery (VAG) has been increasing the number of events that it hosts and expects to have about 100 this year, up from 88 last year.

“Our [events] business is steady year-round,” says the gallery’s events manager, Samantha Brett.

While the aquarium has rules for corporate guests that are intended to protect marine life – such as that no music can be louder than 85 decibels – the art gallery has no such

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restrictions. Having a machine spew dry ice, however, or doing something to alter humidity levels, would likely be frowned upon, because it could damage the art.

One perk for visitors who attend corporate events at VAG spaces, such as a room with a balcony that overlooks Robson Square, is they can linger through the gallery after the event is over, appreciating art without throngs of visitors competing for space.

“Event rentals are designed to be turnkey, meaning the cost includes security, coat check, basic audiovisual equipment and technician support as well as an event liaison,” Brett says.

The iconic white building next to Vancouver’s Vanier Park houses two other venues corporate event planners may consider: the H.R. MacMillan Space Centre and the Museum of Vancouver (MOV).

Both organizations offer inside and outside space for corporate events.

The space centre, which some fondly refer to as the Planetarium, has an iconic 230-seat star theatre that in years past was best known for Pink Floyd laser light shows. Executive director Raylene Marchand says this 360-degree theatre is the largest of her venue’s facilities and that it has a stage for bands or speakers. A second theatre holds 209 people, and there is also gallery space for about 200 people.

The MOV offers a range of exhibits that change frequently, according to its director of visitor experience, Greg Fruno, who adds the displays provide an historical perspective.

“We have classics, such as our 1950s gallery with diner artifacts and a functioning jukebox; our Neon gallery with beloved large-scale signs from Vancouver’s past; temporary exhibitions that have ranged in theme in the past couple of years from Expo 86 to local photography, to art pieces that only can be found in the MOV collection, to Vancouver’s local animal and plant life.” É

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The Vancouver Aquarium’s

catering and events manager, Riddhima Aari, expects the number of corporate events at her popular tourist attraction to reach 200 again this year. The facility can host up to 2,000 guests • CHUNG CHOW

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The Vancouver Art

Gallery’s exhibit space extends to the Georgia Street plaza: the Science World at Telus World of Science has more than 74,000 square feet of space to rent out for all types of

gallery hosted 100 events last year •

ROB KRUYT

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POD HOTELS SQUEEZE IN

From Whistler to Richmond, small spaces are attracting big attention from cost-conscious travellers

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t least two pod hotels – or hostels – have emerged in southwestern B.C. in less than a year, and some hotel industry observers say it could mark the start of similar establishments going mainstream in Western Canada.

The latest such establishment to enter the B.C. market is Panda Pod, a 64-pod hotel that opened last May in Richmond.

Pod hotels are overnight accommodations with capsule-like tiny rooms built around a single bed.

Panda Pod general manager Sharon Cheung says the hotel’s proximity to Vancouver International Airport, and the region’s high hotel room rates, played into the company’s reasoning for entering the market.

“The passenger count at Vancouver International Airport has broken through 24 million per year due to the increasing number of new airlines and new flights to and from Asia, as

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well as U.S.,” Cheung says. “We can see the growing needs in accommodations for worldwide travellers…. We would like to offer a more economical accommodation alternative for the travellers with budget concerns.”

Panda Pod was offering a $49-per-night rate during its opening.

Pod hotels first took off in Japan, which in 2016 was home to 78 per cent of the world’s pod hotels.

Analysts say the next big markets are likely to be China and Southeast Asia, where land costs and population densities are similar to Japan’s. But one observer says North America may be

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ripe for a pod-hotel boom in select urban environments.

Michael Coletta, New York-based manager of research and innovation for travel industry research firm Phocuswright, says competitors have popped up in the last few years in Manhattan, San Francisco and Boston. Their rise has been fuelled by low rates and the minimalist living trend.

But he added that pod hotels also have to make sense economically to their owners and to consumers, and in both cases the hotels’ limited need for land and space could mean big margins for hoteliers running them, even at room rates that can be more than 50 per cent less than at conventional hotels.

“It seems to be taking off in North America already, probably more than what people realize,” Coletta says.

“It makes sense in urban areas, as it does in Japan, being able to book a clean room at a cheaper price point.”

Russell Kling co-founded Whistler’s Pangea Pod Hotel in the summer of 2018. The hotel’s business has ebbed and flowed with the ski resort’s tourist seasons, but Kling says Pangea was above 90 per cent booked for a significant portion of the winter ski season and many days were sold out at the 88-unit hotel.

Kling says Pangea is already planning a second location in B.C. while the company contemplates markets elsewhere in North America.

He adds that pod hotels in North America can’t simply copy and paste the business model from Japan.

“In the Japanese pod model, I would bet you the average stay is one day,” Kling says. “There are very few people who stay multiple nights. Here in Whistler, our average is several nights; in the winter, it’s close to a week. So when you think about the market and what is needed … it is a different target market.

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Whistler’s Pangea Pod Hotel in the summer of 2018 as the first pod hostel in Western Canada. Kling says Pangea is more than 90 per cent booked for most of the winter ski

“What you see at the airports can be more similar to the Japanese model, but it’s a very different business to when you want to visit a town. So we’ve slid a little more toward traditional hotels in some areas.”

That’s why Pangea offers amenities like double beds in every pod, high-quality linens and artwork to present a “livable” high-end accommodation.

The hotel separates its bathrooms into more than 60 components to accommodate the 88 rooms so that no one has to wait in line as they do at a typical sharedspace accommodation.

Kling says that while he launched the Pangea Pod concept after falling in love with hostels, he knew the idea needed to evolve for Whistler. “‘Hostel’ is a dirty word to some people, which we think is laughable,” he says. “There’s a social element that we want to embrace. But at the same time, we want key elements of privacy and high-end design. So I would say our target client is someone who stayed at hostels 10 years ago, people who are young professionals who have graduated from hostels and have disposable income, and they want somewhere nice but where they can also meet others in a cool environment.” É

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Welcome to the meeting planners’ resource section of Meeting Places, including directories of all the resources you’ll need for planning meetings, conferences, conventions and trade shows throughout British Columbia.

Start by using the colour-coded map of British Columbia on page 20 to identify the region of your intended event. Then use the two main sections of the Meeting Places resource guide: “Meeting places at a glance,” which offers details of meeting venues in each region; and regional directories, which guide you to all the services you’ll need wherever you are holding your event.

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PROVINCEWIDE TRANSPORTATION RESOURCES AIRLINES Air Canada

BUS SERVICES Cantrail Coach Lines Inc

Meetings/Conventions desk 1-800-361-7585 conventions.congres@aircanada.ca, aircanada.com/conventions

1150 Station St Suite 220, Vancouver, V6A 4C7 604-294-5541, 1-877-940-5561 charters@cantrail.com, cantrail.com

Central Mountain Air

Charter Bus Lines of British Columbia

6431 Airport Rd Box 998, Smithers, V0J 2N0 250-877-5000, f-250-847-3744, 1-800-963-9611 charters@flycma.com, flycma.com

Harbour Air Seaplanes 4760 Inglis Dr, Richmond, V7B 1W4 604-274-1277, f-604-274-1200, 1-800-665-0212 reservations@harbourair.ca, harbourair.com

Island Express Air 30440 Liberator Ave, Abbotsford, V2T 6H5 604-856-6260, 1-888-856-6260 info@islandexpressair.com, islandexpressair.com

London Air Services 4580 Cowley Cres, Richmond, V7B 1B8 604-272-8123, f-604-233-0202, 1-877-399-8123 info@londonair.ca, londonair.ca

Pacific Coastal Airlines 4440 Cowley Cres Suite 204, Richmond, V7B 1B8 604-273-8666, f-604-273-6864, 1-800-663-2872 sales@pacificcoastal.com, pacificcoastal.com

Seair Seaplanes Ltd 4640 Inglis Dr, Richmond, V7B 1W4 604-273-8900, f-604-273-7351, 1-800-447-3247 contact@seairseaplanes.com, seairseaplanes.com

Budget Rent A Car

National Car & Truck Rental

Downtown (416 West Georgia St), Vancouver 604-668-7000, 1-800-268-8900 conventions@bc.budget.com, budgetbc. com/conventions

Vancouver International Airport, Richmond 604-207-3730, f-604-273-5574, 1-800-CAR-RENT (1-800-227-7368) nationalcar.ca

8730 River Rd, Delta, V4G 1B5 604-940-1707, f-604-940-2955 sales@cbl.ca, charterbuslines.com

724 Douglas St, Victoria 250-953-5300, f-250-953-5227, 1-800-668-9833 budgetvictoria.com/conventions

Downtown (999 Canada Place), Vancouver 604-609-7160, f-604-609-7167

International Stage Lines

Discount Car & Truck Rentals

767 Douglas St, Victoria 250-386-1213, f-250-381-1184 drivenational.ca/groups

4171 Vanguard Rd, Richmond, V6X 2P6 604-270-6135, f-604-270-8162 charter@islbus.com, islbus.com/groups/ conference.asp

Luxury Transport Inc 8321 Chalet Dr, Whistler, V0N 1B8 604-522-8484, 1-877-425-4692 inquiry@luxbus.com, luxbus.com

Universal Coach Line 11560 Eburne Way Suite 128, Richmond, V6V 2G7 604-322-7799, 604-322-7978 info@universalcoach.ca, universalcoachline.ca

CAR RENTALS Avis Rent A Car Downtown (757 Hornby St), Vancouver 604-606-2869 avis.ca Vancouver International Airport (South Terminal), Richmond 604-606-2847, f-604-606-2830, 1-888-897-8448, 1-800-525-7537 1001 Douglas St, Victoria 250-386-8468, 1-800-879-2847

Vancouver International Airport, Vancouver/Richmond 604-207-8140, f-604-370-0583, 1-866-310-CARS reservations@discountcarbc.com, discountcar.com Downtown (Marriott Pinnacle), Vancouver 1-866-310-2277

Enterprise Rent A Car Vancouver International Airport, 9051 Beckwith Rd, Richmond 604-303-1117, 1-866-799-7968 enterpriserentacar.ca Downtown (1250 Granville St), Vancouver 604-688-5500, f-604-688-5505, 1-800-736-8222

Hertz Canada Vancouver International Airport, Richmond 604-606-3700, 1-800-654-3131 hertz.ca Downtown (Fairmont Pacific Rim), Vancouver 604-482-5544 Victoria International Airport, Sidney 250-657-0380, 1-800-263-0600

Victoria International Airport, Sidney 250-656-2541, 1-800-227-7368

FERRIES BC Ferries 1112 Fort St, Victoria, V8V 4V2 250-386-3431, f-250-388-7754, 1-888-BCFERRY customerservice@bcferries.com, bcferries.com

HELICOPTER SERVICES Helijet International 5911 Airport Rd S, Richmond, V7B 1B5 604-273-4688, f-604-273-5301, 1-800-665-4354 charters@helijet.com, helijet.com

TRAIN SERVICES Rocky Mountaineer Vacations 369 Terminal Ave Suite 101, Vancouver, V6A 4C4 604-606-7200, f-604-606-7201, 1-800-665-7245, 1-866-899-9679 groups@rockymountaineer.com, rockymountaineer.com

Via Rail 1150 Station St, Vancouver, V6A 2C7 604-640-3700, f-604-640-3757, 1-888-VIA-RAIL info@viarail.ca, viarail.ca/en/conference-fares

WestJet Meetings & Conventions 1-888-493-7853 conventions@westjet.com, westjet.com/ en-ca/book-trip/groups-charters/index

MEETINGS GLOSSARY +t:<98 [ey-pruhn] n. part of a stage in front of the curtain. +?t.3t9t@3=t?t+6 [aw-dee-oh-@3D2-oo-uhl] (also AV) adj. relating to equipment for hearing or sight. n. 2 technical support for an event or function such as televisions, DVD players or taped music. ,+8t;?/> -+:t>+38 [,+81-kwit 5+:-tuhn, -tin] n. lead person, usually appointed by the venue, charged with overseeing food service at an event. ,98/tC+<. [,928-yahrd] n. area where empty crates or contractor materials are stored. ,</+5t9?> <997 [,</C5-out room] n. 1 smaller room used when a larger group breaks into sub-groups.

-2/@t<98 =/>t>381 [=2/@-ruhn =/>-ing] n. design where the room is set with tables and/or chairs in a V.

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-98t-3/<1/ [kon-see-+3<D2; French kawN=C/"D2] n. person at a venue or facility who can arrange for transportation, tours, tickets or restaurant reservations.

-9<5t+1/ -2+<1/ [5+A<-kij chahrj] (also corkage fee) n. cost of bringing alcoholic beverages purchased elsewhere into a facility.

-9@t/<= [5?2@-erz] n. actual number of meals served. .+t3= [./Cis, .+2C-, deys] n. 1 raised platform in a hall or large meeting room, usually where guest speakers, honoured guests or expert panels are seated. .<+Ct+1/ [.</C-ij] n. transportation of show materials from shipping dock to booth for show setup and, later, back to the shipping dock for return shipment at the end of the show. /t@/8> 9<t./< [ih-@/8> +A<-der] (also function sheet) n. 1 detailed document provided to a venue with instructions and a timeline for how the meeting or event will be run.

09<5 ,?0t0/> [fawrk ,?20-it] n. food served at an event that requires only a fork (no knife) to eat.

29<= .c9/?t@</ [awr .?<@; French awR\.x-VRuh] (also canapĂŠ) n. a small bit of appetizing food, often on a cracker or small piece of toast, for eating at gatherings where drinks are served with no other food or before/as the first course of a meal. Origin: 1705-15; < French: outside of the main course.

5/Ct89>/ +.t.</== [kee-noht uh-.</=] (also keynote speech) n. opening remarks or presentation at a meeting that sets the tone or theme of the event and motivates attendees.

6+@t+t63/</ 73t-<9t:298/ [lav-uh-6//< 7+2C-kruh-fohn] n. small microphone that is clipped onto clothing or hung around the neck to allow the speaker to move. Origin: 1960-65.

7+<t;?// [mahr-kee] n. 1 large tent, usually without some or all sides, used during outdoor events.

<3.t/< [<+2C-der] n. amendment to a contract. =:+-/ <+>/ [speys reyt] n. 1 cost per square foot of exhibit area. =>+8t-2398 [=>+8-shuhn] n. 1 post used to support signage or other elevated objects. >/-2t896t9t1C ,?>t6/< [tek-896-uh-jee ,?2>-ler] n. hotel staff member who assists guests with computer questions and problems. >2<9A .3=t>+8-/ [throh .3=-tuhns] n. 1 projection distance; useful to know based on layout and size of the room.

A/,t-+=> [web-kast] (also cybercast) n. event that broadcasts the audio and/or video portion of a keynote presentation or other educational sessions over the Internet in real time.

A23>/\>3/ [2A+2C>->+2C, A+2C>-] adj. requiring guests to wear formal attire, especially that men wear a white bow tie: a white-tie gala.

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GREEN, PEACE AND THE COAST

Vancouver coast and mountain region is among world’s top green destinations and venues range from the sophisticated to the spiritual

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onely Planet has selected Vancouver as among the top 10 cities in the world to visit for those with sustainability and green features top of mind.

Vancouver ranked No. 8, with the report authors noting that the city is a natural playground, “squeezed majestically between the blue waters of the Pacific and the forest-clad mountaintops of the North Shore.” Vancouver is the birthplace of Greenpeace and therefore was a natural selection for a list focused on sustainable places to visit. As well, the city is focused on being the “greenest city in Canada” and many of its top conference venues, such as the green-roofed Vancouver Convention Centre, are considered among the most sustainable buildings on the planet.

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Vancouver was also named the fifth most beautiful city in the world last year by FlightNetwork in a survey of more than 1,000 travel writers and agencies.

The city has actually won a suitcase full of global awards in recent years, including being named among the top five cities in Canada by Travel + Leisure in 2019; TripAdvisor’s 2019 Travelers’ Choice Award; and the best destination in Canada by Travel Weekly’s Readers Choice Awards in 2018.

Also, Vancouver International Airport has been named the best airport in North America for the last 10 years in a row.

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Such credits help to draw about 10.3 million visitors to Vancouver every year. Aside from Canada, most visitors arrive from the U.S., China, Australia and the United Kingdom, according to Tourism Vancouver.

It also helps explain why half of B.C.’s tourismrelated businesses are located in the Vancouver Coast and Mountains region.

For those meeting in Vancouver, Tourism Vancouver has prepared a list of the top five free things to do in the city: (1) visit the many Vancouver beaches that present views of mountains, the downtown skyline and forests, all free of charge. For the daring, strip down to your birthday suit and visit Vancouver’s official nude beach, Wreck Beach, below the University of B.C.; (2) visit Granville Island, the heart of the city’s fresh food, arts and crafts community; (3) tour Stanley Park, the 1,000-acre green oasis near downtown; (4) visit the Christ Church Cathedral, the iconic Class A heritage church with Douglas fir ceiling beams; (5) or get in a car and take a drive up the Sea-to-Sky Highway to Whistler, the top ski resort in Canada.

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Whistler is an international resort destination, so fallout from Brexit and the U.S.-China trade war dented visitor numbers last year, but Tourism Whistler continues to see strong demand from two other key markets, notes Karen Goodwin, Tourism Whistler’s vice-president of destination and market development.

These are Canada’s two southern neighbours.

“Mexico, they book a little bit later, but the indications from our partners is that there is lots of demand and interest in Whistler. And we’re still seeing strength out of the U.S.,” she says.

Whistler has made a strong push in recent years to drive conference business. And the resort community is preparing for that with a $3.5 million upgrade to its landmark Whistler Conference Centre, which will be complete by March 2020. The renovation will include design and technical upgrades, such as new lighting, acoustical treatments, floor and wall coverings, furnishings and artwork.

“We know that having a beautiful, contemporary and functional facility that suits a variety of conference and event needs will inspire meeting planners to book their event in Whistler and will help the resort remain competitive as a meetings destination,” Goodwin says.

“High season for group and conference business is the spring and fall, so there is great alignment between Whistler’s high season and when these groups want to meet,” says Goodwin, adding that group business makes up 30 per cent of Whistler’s total room nights during the spring, summer and fall.

“We are seeing increases in the shoulders, so November and early December, and then in April, it was stronger than it was last year. So it’s actually coming at a good time,” she says.

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SUNSHINE COAST RETREATS

One of the great day escapes in the Lower Mainland is the 35-minute ride on BC Ferries from West Vancouver to the Sunshine Coast, where corporate and spiritual retreats are woven into the fabric of this unique community.

The 84-kilometre-long coast peninsula boasts outstanding meeting venues, including the Rockwater Secret Cove Resort, the five-acre Painted Boat Resort Spa & Marina and the spectacular West Coast Wilderness Lodge at Egmont that provides team-building events and guided boat tours of Princess Louisa Inlet.

For a corporate mindfulness retreat, the Pacific Peace Retreat near Sechelt offers meditation, yoga, mindset coaching and hypnotherapy. Mindfulness, says owner Cynthia Miller, is “about being in the present and seeing opportunity instead of a challenge, being expansive instead of limiting.”

It sounds like sound advice, and another good reason to consider the Vancouver coast and mountains for personal or corporate meetings. É Cynthia Miller, owner, Pacific Peace Retreat on the Sunshine Coast: mindfulness is “about being in the present and seeing opportunity instead of a challenge, being expansive instead of limiting” •

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Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Fraser Valley Event Planning Association 21674 48A Ave, Langley V3A 3M8 ................................................................ e: info@fvepa.ca fvepa.ca International Live Events Association (ILEA) 101-1001 Broadway W PO Box 166, Vancouver V6H 4E4 ................................................................. e: president@ileavancouver.com ileavancouver.com Meeting Professionals International BC Chapter PO Box 2343 Stn Main, Vancouver V6B 3W5 ................................................................ e: admin@mpibcchapter.com mpibc.org

Audiovisual Services Delta4 Projection Systems Inc 6968 Russell Ave Suite 101, Burnaby V5J 4R9 Paterasp S Nirumvala .................p: 604-294-9442 f: 604-294-9472 e: paterasp@paglobal.com delta4projectionsystems.com Harbour Cruises & Events 501 Denman St, Vancouver V6G 2W9 Josephine Clarke.........................p: 604-688-7246 f: 604-687-5868 e: josephine@boatcruises.com boatcruises.com Explore business opportunities while enjoying superior cuisine prepared by our executive chef and fantastic panoramic views. Our vessels are perfect for product launches, conferences, client get-togethers or staff events.

One World Presentation Management Ltd 5105 7B Ave, Delta V4M 1S3 Mark Rosenthal p: 604-803-3540 f: 604-952-4324 e: mark@owpm.com speakerready.com Promax Audio Visual Systems Inc 4308 Norfolk St, Burnaby V5G 4J9 Mathew Wilson ..........................p: 604-299-6690 f: 604-299-0426 e: sales@promaxav.com promaxav.com Second Stage Management Services Ltd 1690 75th Ave W, Vancouver V6P 6G2 Katherine Grant ...........................p: 604-731-2490 e: kate@secondstage.com secondstage.com Teleprompting Services 3773 Yukon St, Vancouver V5Y 3S3 John Asbacher ............................p: 604-721-7994 e: john@shootedit.com shootedit.com

Banquet Facilities Alan Emmott Centre 6650 Southoaks Cres, Burnaby V5E 4M7 ......................................p: 604-320-2217 e: catering@burnaby.ca foodburnaby.ca/bookings-catering Ancora Waterfront Dining 1600 Howe St Unit 2, Vancouver V6Z 2L9 Kelly Jordan-Hamilton ................p: 604-681-1164 e: info@ancoradining.com ancoradining.com

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Anvil Centre 777 Columbia St, New Westminster V3M 1B6 Heidi Hughes ...............................p: 604-515-3830 e: anvilcentre@newwestcity.ca anvilcentre.com With its breathtaking, contemporary architecture, multi-purpose and dynamic spaces with flexible configurations, Anvil Centre is the ideal setting for conferences, trade shows, meetings, special events and community programs. An inspired, unique boutique-style conference centre, Anvil Centre is an exciting backdrop for any event. With four levels of versatile space, the possibilities are virtually endless.

Burnaby Lake Pavilion 6871 Roberts St, Burnaby V5B 3C1 .......................................p: 604-205-3033 e: rentals@burnaby.ca foodburnaby.ca/bookings-catering Burnaby Mountain Clubhouse 7600 Halifax St, Burnaby V5A 4H2 .......................................p: 604-297-4888 e: food@burnaby.ca foodburnaby.ca/bookings-catering Eaglequest Golf Coyote Creek 7778 152 St, Surrey V3S 3M4 Alexandria Barboutis...................p: 604-597-4653 f: 604-597-7761 e: abarboutis@eaglequestgolf.com eaglequestgolf.com Grand Taj Banquet Halls 8388 128 St Suite 6, Surrey V3W 4G2 Harpal Sooch ....p: 604-599-4342 f: 604-599-4818 e: grandtaj@grandtaj.com grandtaj.com

Richmond Olympic Oval 6111 River Rd, Richmond V7C 0A2 Brianna Fee ......p: 778-686-6225 f: 778-296-1429 e: info@richmondoval.ca richmondoval.ca Riverway Clubhouse 9001 Bill Fox Way, Burnaby V5J 5J3 ........................................p: 604-297-4888 e: food@burnaby.ca foodburnaby.ca/bookings-catering Science World British Columbia 1455 Quebec St, Vancouver V6A 3Z7 Julio Guzman....p: 604-443-7475 f: 604-443-7430 e: jguzman@scienceworld.ca scienceworld.ca Stanley Park Pavilion 610 Pipeline Rd, Vancouver Vivian Leung ................................p: 604-602-3088 e: events@stanleyparkpavilion.com stanleyparkpavilion.com Vancouver Alpen Club 4875 Victoria Dr, Vancouver V5N 4P3 Lorenzo Lepore .p: 604-874-3811 f: 604-874-2989 e: events@vacbc.ca vacbc.ca

Bus Services Landsea Tours Ltd 14291 Burrows Rd, Richmond V6V 1K9 Allison Baxter ...p: 604-255-7272 f: 604-685-8960 e: groups@vancouvertours.com vancouvertours.com Luxury Transport Inc PO Box 81162, Burnaby V5H 4K2 Mary Catherine Moseley ............p: 604-522-8484 e: inquiry@luxbus.com luxbus.com

Caterers

Grouse Mountain Resort 6400 Nancy Greene Way, North Vancouver V7R 4K9 Catering .......................................p: 604-998-4357 e: catering@grousemountain.com grousemountain.com ELEVATE. Take your next meeting or teambuilding session to the Peak of Vancouver where the natural surroundings inspire and awardwinning cuisine satisfies – only 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Ideal for business meetings, training seminars, cocktail receptions and experiential team-building sessions.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Langley 8750 204 St, Langley V1M 2Y5 Jean-Pierre Burque .....................p: 604-882-2000 f: 604-882-2008 e: info@hielangley.com hielangley.com Hyatt Regency Vancouver 655 Burrard St, Vancouver V6C 2R7 Manuel Sousa ..p: 604-683-1234 f: 604-689-3707 e: manuel.sousa@hyatt.com vancouver.regency.hyatt.com Langley Golf & Banquet Centre 21550 44 Ave, Langley V3A 7N1 Donna Manhas .p: 604-534-4555 f: 604-514-0155 e: banquets@langleygolfcentre.com langleygolfcentre.com

All Spiced Catering 2850 Shaughnessy St Suite 2133, Port Coquitlam V3C 6K5 Brenda Phillips ............................p: 778-988-9440 e: brenda@allspicedcatering.com allspicedcatering.com Butler Did It Catering Co, The 620 Clark Dr, Vancouver V5L 3H8 Darryl Ray .........p: 604-739-3663 f: 604-739-3686 e: info@butlerdiditcatering.com butlerdiditcatering.com Emelle’s Catering Ltd 177 7th Ave W, Vancouver V5Y 1L8 Nicole Burke .....p: 604-875-6551 f: 604-875-6556 e: info@emelles.com emelles.com

Lazy Gourmet, The 1605 5th Ave W, Vancouver V6J 1N5 .......................................p: 604-734-2507 e: catering@lazygourmet.ca lazygourmet.ca

Len’s Catering 4191 McConnell Dr, Burnaby V5A 3J7 Alex Hristov ......p: 604-298-6621 f: 604-298-7421 e: lenscatering@gmail.com lenscatering.com Railtown Catering 397 Railway St, Vancouver V6A 1A4 Dan Olson ....................................p: 604-568-8811 e: contact@railtowncatering.ca Savoury City Foods Ltd 3925 Fraser St, Vancouver V5V 4E5 Donna Wadsworth ......................p: 604-875-8484 f: 604-875-8405 e: donna@savourycity.com savourycity.com Sugar Catering Inc 8260 Manitoba St, Vancouver V5X 3A2 Mario Sorrentino .........................p: 604-325-9411 f: 604-325-9121 e: sugarcatering@telus.net sugarcatering.com

Conference Organizers/Planners/ Trade Show Consultants BC Event Management 198 North Sea Ave, Burnaby V5B 1K5 Darren Dreger..............................p: 604-696-1234 e: sales@bceventmanagement.com bceventmanagement.com CongressWorld Conferences Inc 1087 Roosevelt Cres, North Vancouver V7P 1M4 ...........p: 604-988-0450 f: 604-929-0871 e: info@congressworld.ca congressworld.ca CTM Exhibits Worldwide/CTM Strategies 21300 Gordon Way Suite 163, Richmond V6W 1M2 Dan-el Somers..p: 604-244-1740 f: 604-244-1731 e: info@ctmexhibits.com ctmexhibits.com Executive Event Production Inc PO Box 39048, Panorama PO, Surrey V3S 9A7 Heather Angeard .........................p: 604-543-4593 f: 778-564-3947 e: heather@executiveevents.ca executiveevents.ca Go Golf Conference & Events Management Inc 11061 Warwick Rd, Delta V4C 7J9 Dawn Donahue p: 604-861-0728 f: 604-861-7729 e: dawn@gogolfevents.com gogolfevents.com MACI Conventions Inc 1230 Hamilton St Suite 202, Vancouver V6B 2S8 Trish Maisonville .........................p: 604-786-7450 f: 866-235-6850 e: trish@maciconventions.com maciconventions.com Pet Lover Shows 15355 24 Ave Unit 800 Box 354, Surrey V4A 2H9 Nanette Jacques .........................p: 604-535-7584 f: 604-535-1463 e: njacques|@shaw.ca petlovershow.ca

River Rock Casino Resort 8811 River Rd, Richmond V6X 3P8 .......................................p: 604-247-8933 e: sales@riverrock.com riverrock.com/event-planning Sea to Sky Meeting and Association Management Inc 201 Bewicke Ave Suite 206, North Vancouver V7M 3M7 Sarah Lowis......p: 604-984-6439 f: 604-984-6434 e: sarah@seatoskymeetings.com seatoskymeetings.com

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Venue West Conference Services Ltd 1040 Hamilton St Suite 301, Vancouver V6B 2R9 ............p: 604-681-5226 f: 604-681-2503 e: congress@venuewest.com venuewest.com Vero Consulting 5389 Wellburn Dr, Delta V4K 2H8 Ann-Michele Ewert .....................p: 604-940-9602 f: 604-940-9620 e: amewert@aol.com

Employment Agencies/Event Staffing

Equipment and Supply Rentals

Customs Brokerage/Shipping Levy Show Service Inc 12340 Horseshoe Way, Richmond V7A 4Z1 Daisy Aldaba ....p: 604-277-1726 f: 604-277-1736 e: daldaba@levyshow.com levyshow.com

Decor and Design Services Artist/Designer Kim Hunter/Indigo 990 Lagoon Dr, Vancouver V6G 2R9 Kim Hunter ..................................p: 604-682-7533 e: info@kimhunter.ca kimhunter.ca Elizabeth Stanley Event Design Inc 11780 River Rd Suite 170, Richmond V6X 1Z7 Robert Porter ...............................p: 778-868-3650 e: info@elizabethstanley.ca elizabethstanley.ca Greenscape Design & Decor 3811 Myrtle St, Burnaby V5C 4G1 Corinne Kessel .p: 604-437-1729 f: 604-437-7775 e: sales@greenscapedecor.com greenscapedecor.com Loungeworks Inc 130 4th Ave W, Vancouver V5Y 1G6 Tom Stulberg ....p: 604-687-2774 f: 604-687-4746 e: rentals@loungeworks.ca loungeworks.ca OneWest Events Inc 326 East Kent Ave S Suite 105, Vancouver V5X 4N6 Renée Pittet.................................p: 877-598-9378 e: hello@onewestevents.com onewestevents.com Tentsations Moroccan Tent and Party Rentals 2195 Chairlift Rd, West Vancouver V7S 2T4 Benita Marr .................................p: 604-782-7606 e: benita@tentsations.com tentsations.com Wow Event Furnishings Inc 8035 North Fraser Way, Burnaby V5J 5M8 Robert Porter ...............................p: 604-833-6512 e: info@woweventfurnishings.com

Destination Management/ Marketing Angel Destination Management Services Ltd 1507 Lawson Ave, West Vancouver V7V 2C8 Cristina Angel..............................p: 604-921-1935 e: sales@angeldestinations.com angeldestinations.com Tourism Vancouver 200 Burrard St Suite 210, Vancouver V6C 3L6 .............p: 604-682-2222 f: 604-682-1717 e: meet@tourismvancouver.com tourismvancouver.com/meetings

Display Designers & Builders CTM Exhibits Worldwide/CTM Strategies 21300 Gordon Way Suite 163, Richmond V6W 1M2 Dan-el Somers..p: 604-244-1740 f: 604-244-1731 e: info@ctmexhibits.com ctmexhibits.com Levy Show Service Inc 12340 Horseshoe Way, Richmond V7A 4Z1 Daisy Aldaba ....p: 604-277-1726 f: 604-277-1736 e: daldaba@levyshow.com levyshow.com Red Rocket Creative Strategies 789 Pender St W Suite 1588, Vancouver V6C 1H2 Perry Boeker .....p: 604-688-4321 f: 877-396-6130 e: perry@redrocketcreative.com redrocketcreative.com

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BBW International 999 Canada Pl Suite 545 World Trade Centre, Vancouver V6C 3E1 Lois Jackalin.....p: 604-984-0352 f: 604-608-3510 e: vancouver@bbwinternational.com bbwinternational.com Specializing in event staffing. Experiential marketing brand ambassadors. Box office management, registration, cashiers, booth hostesses, bartenders and banquet servers.

Nonis Electrical Services Inc 255 Newport Dr Suite 304, Port Moody V3H 5H1 Mark/Kimberly Nonis ..................p: 604-469-2726 f: 604-469-2716 e: info@nesinc.bc.ca nesinc.bc.ca Providing premium technical support to the event industry for power and lighting services for trade/consumer shows, special events – large, small, indoors, outdoors – we do it all!

Event Marketing Jumpstart Sales & Marketing Inc 4170 Still Creek Dr Suite 200, Burnaby V5C 6C6 Tyler Dawson...............................p: 778-783-0689 jumpstartcorp.com pink duck creative 580 43rd Ave E Suite 301, Vancouver V5W 1T6 Tatiana Micenko..........................p: 604-215-0306 e: pinkduck@shaw.ca

Event Planners Nasco Staffing Solutions 128 Pender St W Suite 205, Vancouver V6B 1R8 Alissa Shalagan .........................p: 604-683-2512 f: 604-681-1292 e: sales@nasco.ca nasco.ca Nasco Staffing Solutions is Canada’s largest event staffing solution, offering qualified conference, event, promotional and service staff.

Call us today at 604-683-2512.

Entertainment Services BC Event Management 198 North Sea Ave, Burnaby V5B 1K5 Darren Dreger..............................p: 604-696-1234 e: sales@bceventmanagement.com bceventmanagement.com Celebration Fireworks Vancouver ...................................p: 778-241-1922 e: nsedman@shaw.ca celebrationfireworks.ca Indoor and outdoor fireworks! Weddings, fashion shows, trade shows, parades, receptions, concerts and much, much more!

Famous Players Band 3381 Cambie St Suite 545, Vancouver V5Z 4R3 Kelly Becker.................................p: 604-725-1272 e: info@famousplayersband.com famousplayersband.com March Hare Band 5869 Angus Pl, Surrey V3S 4W6 Dan Hare .....................................p: 604-897-6834 e: dhare@telus.net marchhare.bc.ca Music in the Morning Concert Society Box 95024 Kingsgate RPO, Vancouver V5T 4T8 Christine Han...............................p: 604-873-4698 e: info@musicinthemorning.org musicinthemorning.org Noteable Entertainment and Events Ltd 2850 Shaughnessy St Suite 2300, Port Coquitlam V3C 6K5 Brett Brown ......p: 604-468-2911 f: 604-468-2922 e: brett@noteable.net noteable.net Oktoberfest Enterprises Organizers & Decor Rentals 6711 Woodwards Rd, Richmond V7E 1H2 Wolfgang Christl ..................... p: 604-277-4300 f: 604-275-4342 e: oktoberfest-bc@shaw.ca Simply Relax On-Site Seated Massage Vancouver Nia Bellamy .................................p: 778-386-6359 e: info@simplyrelax.ca simplyrelax.ca

BC Event Management 198 North Sea Ave, Burnaby V5B 1K5 Darren Dreger..............................p: 604-696-1234 e: sales@bceventmanagement.com bceventmanagement.com Bright Ideas Event Coordinators Ltd 11800 Cambie Rd PO Box 32099, Richmond V6X 3R9 Sharon Bonner.............................p: 604-303-7707 e: sharon.bonner@brightideasevents.com brightideasevents.com Brink Events Vancouver Aidan Henry.................................p: 250-882-9691 e: info@brinkevents.ca brinkevents.ca DFC Events Inc 6653 193 St, Surrey V4N 0C1 Shannon Stumph .........................p: 604-219-6666 e: shannon@dfcevents.ca dfcevents.ca Dominion Sales & Marketing Services Inc 4170 Still Creek Dr Suite 200, Burnaby V5C 6C6 Tyler Dawson...............................p: 778-783-0689 talkisbs.com DreamGroup Weddings + Events 1338 6th Ave W, Vancouver V6H 1A7 Geneve McNally..........................p: 604-537-3575 e: info@dreamgroup.ca dreamgroup.ca Eventful Innovations: Event Management, Design & Decor 718-333 Brooksbank Ave Suite 630, North Vancouver V7J 3V8 Pamela Buck ................................p: 604-551-5143 e: info@eventfulinnovations.com eventfulinnovations.com Gracious Host Events & PR 5709 Rumble St, Burnaby V5J 2C3 Alice Zhou ...................................p: 604-773-5231 e: alice@gracioushost.ca gracioushost.ca Imagine That Events 11121 Horseshoe Way Unit 108, Richmond V7A 5G7 Laura Takasaki.............................p: 604-329-0754 e: info@imaginethatevents.ca imaginethatevents.ca You imagine it – we plan it! For clients with a budget, consulting an event company is a way to go. We decorate, design and plan! Themed events, Christmas parties and more. “Anything is possible if you dare to imagine.”

Outstanding Solutions Event Planner & Concierge Services 911 Park Royal S Suite 51515, West Vancouver V7T 2X9 Rozmin Watson ...........................p: 604-562-0101 e: info@outstandingsolution.com outstandingsolution.com PRIME Event Partners 1281 Georgia St W Suite 710, Vancouver V6E 3J7 Jonathan Buchwald ....................p: 604-689-3446 f: 604-689-4486 e: jonathan@pr1meeventpartners.com primeeventpartners.com Rare Affairs Event Management Inc 5053 214A St, Langley V3A 8K9 Sherryl Parsons p: 604-530-9751 f: 604-530-9762 e: info@rareaffairs.ca rareaffairs.ca Something Borrowed Event Management & Design Vancouver Arezoo Aliperti ............................p: 604-767-3779 e: events@somethingborrowed.ca somethingborrowed.ca

Event Registration CONEXSYS Registration 4170 Still Creek Dr Suite 200, Burnaby V5C 6C6 Mike Carruthers ..........................p: 604-488-1435 e: info@conexsys.com conexsys.com ePly Services Inc 1122 Mainland St Suite 250, Vancouver V6B 5L1 Justin Dyck ..................................p: 604-484-0585 e: justin@eply.com eply.com

Floral Design and Plants Vivio Flower Gallery 1125 Pender St W, Vancouver V6E 1Y9 Patricia Navarro ..........................p: 604-931-3112 e: info@vivioflowers.com vivioflowers.ca

Golf Courses & Country Clubs Beach Grove Golf Club 5946 12 Ave, Tsawwassen V4L 1C7 .............p: 604-943-1809 f: 604-943-6619 e: catering@beachgrovegolf.com beachgrovegolf.com Fraserview Golf Course 7800 Vivian Dr, Vancouver V5S 2V8 Sarah Melanson ..........................p: 604-718-5866 e: golfspecialevents@vancouver.ca vancouverparksgolf.ca Hazelmere Golf & Tennis Ltd 18150 8 Ave, Surrey V3Z 9R9 Frank Fourchalk p: 604-538-1212 f: 604-538-6316 e: ffourchalk@wcgg.ca wcgg.ca Langara Golf Course 6706 Alberta St, Vancouver V5X 4V8 Sarah Melanson ..........................p: 604-718-5866 e: golfspecialevents@vancouver.ca vancouverparksgolf.ca Mayfair Lakes Golf & Country Club 5460 No 7 Rd, Richmond V6V 1R7 Mike Smedstad p: 604-232-2651 f: 604-276-0599 e: msmedstad@golfbc.com mayfairlakes.com McCleery Golf Course 7188 Macdonald St, Vancouver V6N 1G2 Sarah Melanson ..........................p: 604-718-5866 e: golfspecialevents@vancouver.ca vancouverparksgolf.ca Northview Golf & Country Club 6857 168 St, Surrey V3S 3T6 Lisa Marshall....p: 604-576-4653 f: 604-574-1242 e: sales@northviewgolf.com northviewgolf.com Quilchena Golf & Country Club 3551 Granville Ave, Richmond V7C 1C8 Tony Di Giovanni ..................... p: 604-277-1101 f: 604-277-1168 e: tdigiovanni@qgolfclub.ca qgolfclub.ca

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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Vancouver Downtown 1176 Granville St, Vancouver V6Z 1L8 ................p: 604-688-8701 f: 604-688-8335 e: info@hojovancouver.com wyndhamhotels.com Hyatt Regency Vancouver 655 Burrard St, Vancouver V6C 2R7 Manuel Sousa .....p: 604-683-1234 f: 604-689-3707 e: manuel.sousa@hyatt.com vancouver.regency.hyatt.com Inn at the Quay 900 Quayside Dr, New Westminster V3M 6G1 Sue Belzer ...........p: 604-520-1776 f: 604-520-5645 e: sbelzer@innatthequay.com innatthequay.com JW Marriott Parq Vancouver 39 Smithe St, Vancouver V6B 0R3 Amy Ballard .........p: 604-566-8808 f: 604-336-6512 jwmarriottvancouver.com L’Hermitage Hotel 788 Richards St, Vancouver V6B 3A4 Jean-Michel Tanguy.......................p: 778-327-4100 f: 778-327-4109 e: guest.services@lhermitagevancouver.com lhermitagevancouver.com Lonsdale Quay Hotel 123 Carrie Cates Crt, North Vancouver V7M 3K7 Farah Steen .........p: 604-986-6111 f: 604-986-8782 e: sales@lonsdalequayhotel.com lonsdalequayhotel.com Lord Stanley Suites on the Park 1889 Alberni St, Vancouver V6G 3G7 David Anderson ...p: 604-688-9299 f: 604-688-9297 e: info@lordstanley.com lordstanley.com Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver 645 Howe St, Vancouver V6C 2Y9 Paul Hasegawa ...p: 604-687-1122 f: 604-602-7844 e: reservations@van.metropolitan.com metropolitan.com/vanc Moda Hotel 900 Seymour St, Vancouver V6B 3L9 ................p: 604-683-4251 f: 604-683-0611 e: info@modahotel.ca modahotel.ca Opus Hotel Vancouver 322 Davie St, Vancouver V6B 5Z6 ...............p: 604-642-6787 f: 604-642-6780 e: sales@opushotel.com opushotel.com Pacific Gateway Hotel at Vancouver Airport 3500 Cessna Dr, Richmond V7B 1C7 Donald Pinkney....p: 604-278-1241 f: 604-276-1975 e: info@pacificgatewayhotel.com pacificgatewayhotel.com Pan Pacific Vancouver 999 Canada Pl Suite 300, Vancouver V6C 3B5 ...............p: 604-662-8111 f: 604-891-2861 e: info@panpacificvancouver.com panpacificvancouver.com

Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier 138 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver V7L 0B1 ................p: 604-973-8007 f: 604-986-7432 pinnaclepierhotel.com Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront 1133 Hastings St W, Vancouver V6E 3T3 Richard Taylor......p: 604-691-2783 f: 604-691-2791 e: rtaylor@pinnaclehotels.ca meetpinnacle.ca Quality Hotel Airport (South) 7228 Westminster Hwy, Richmond V6X 1E1 Vijaay Kanna .......p: 604-244-3051 f: 604-244-3081 e: sales@qualityairport.ca qualityairport.ca Radisson Hotel Vancouver Airport 8181 Cambie Rd, Richmond V6X 3X9 ...............p: 604-276-8181 f: 604-279-8381 e: manfred@radissonvancouver.com radisson.com/vancouverca Residence Inn by Marriott Vancouver Downtown 1234 Hornby St, Vancouver V6Z 1W2 Carrie Son............p: 604-688-1234 f: 604-689-1762 e: cson@silverbirchhotels.com marriott.com/yvrdr

Shangri-La Hotel Vancouver 1128 Georgia St W, Vancouver V6E 0A8 ...............p: 604-661-3334 f: 604-689-1195 e: slv@shangri-la.com shangri-la.com/vancouver

Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel 7551 Westminster Hwy, Richmond V6X 1A3 Q Duong..........................................p: 604-233-3983 e: q.duong@sheratonvancouverairport.com marriott.com/yvrvs The Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel features 390 guest rooms and over 40,000 square feet of versatile meeting space. With 26 meeting rooms and the 10,000-square-foot Britannia Ballroom, the diverse space offers new options in the city for groups and planners looking for conferences, meetings, special events and exhibit space at the largest convention hotel outside of downtown Vancouver.

Sylvia Hotel 1154 Gilford St, Vancouver V6G 2P6 Ross Dyck ............p: 604-681-9321 f: 604-682-3551 e: rdyck@sylviahotel.com sylviahotel.com Vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel 7571 Westminster Hwy, Richmond V6X 1A3 Q Duong...............p: 604-276-2112 f: 604-232-2817 e: q.duong@vancouver-marriott.com marriott.com/yvrsa Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown 1128 Hastings St W, Vancouver V6E 4R5 ...............p: 604-684-1128 f: 604-639-4027 marriott.com/yvrdt Westin Bayshore Vancouver, The 1601 Bayshore Dr, Vancouver V6G 2V4 ...............p: 604-682-3377 f: 604-691-6959 e: bayshore.sales@westin.com westinbayshore.com Westin Grand Vancouver 433 Robson St, Vancouver V6B 6L9 Jeff Froehlich ......p: 604-602-1999 f: 604-647-2502 e: sales@westingrandvancouver.com westingrandvancouver.com Westin Wall Centre Vancouver Airport 3099 Corvette Way, Richmond V6X 4K3 Sean Antonson ....p: 604-893-7210 f: 604-331-1001 e: santonson@wallcentre.com westinvancouverairport.com YWCA Hotel Vancouver 733 Beatty St, Vancouver V6B 2M4 ..............p: 604-895-5830 f: 604-681-2550 e: hotel@ywcavan.org ywcahotel.com

Meeting Planners River Rock Casino Resort 8811 River Rd, Richmond V6X 3P8 ..........................................p: 604-247-8933 e: sales@riverrock.com riverrock.com/event-planning Rosedale on Robson Suite Hotel 838 Hamilton St, Vancouver V6B 6A2 James Miller .......p: 604-689-8033 f: 604-689-4426 e: jamesm@rosedaleonrobson.com rosedaleonrobson.com Rosewood Hotel Georgia 801 Georgia St W, Vancouver V6C 1P7 ...............p: 604-682-5566 f: 604-673-7076 e: hotelgeorgia@rosewoodhotels.com rosewoodhotels.com/hotelgeorgia Sandman Hotel Vancouver City Centre 180 Georgia St W, Vancouver V6B 4P4 Michael Lopez .....p: 604-681-2211 f: 604-681-8009 sandmanhotels.ca Sandman Signature Vancouver Airport Hotel & Resort 10251 St Edwards Dr, Richmond V6X 2M9 ..............p: 604-278-9611 f: 604-233-7733 e: reservations@sandman.ca sandmansignature.ca

Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel 15269 104 Ave, Surrey V3R 1N5 Emmanuel Medeiros ......................p: 604-587-6125 e: emmanuel.medeiros@sheratonguildford.com marriott.com\yvrsi Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel 1088 Burrard St, Vancouver V6Z 2R9 Sean Antonson ....p: 604-331-1000 f: 604-331-1001 e: santonson@wallcentre.com wallcentre.com Sunset Inn & Suites 1111 Burnaby St, Vancouver V6E 1P4 ................p: 604-688-2474 f: 604-669-3340 e: info@sunsetinn.com sunsetinn.com Sutton Place Hotel 845 Burrard St, Vancouver V6Z 2K6 ...............p: 604-682-5511 f: 604-682-5513 e: paul.li@suttonplace.com suttonplace.com

Lead Generators International Sales & Marketing Group Inc 4170 Still Creek Dr Suite 200, Burnaby V5C 6C6 Tyler Dawson..................................p: 604-918-5078 clientfinders.com Spets Association Management Ltd 1275 6th Ave W Suite 300, Vancouver V6H 1A6 Aila Karpio...........p: 604-731-5262 f: 604-738-7134 e: info@spets.ca spets.ca

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VANCOUVER, COAST & MOUNTAINS

Lighten Up Productions Inc 2409 Dunbar St, Vancouver V6R 3N2 Rick Lewis ......................................p: 604-228-8222 e: info@breakarule.com ricklewis.co National Speakers Bureau 1177 Broadway W Suite 300, Vancouver V6H 1G3 Christy de Couto ..p: 604-734-3663 f: 604-734-8906 e: speakers@nsb.com nsb.com

Promotional Items/Novelties/ Corporate Gifts/Gift Baskets

Vancouver Lookout 555 Hastings St W, Vancouver V6B 4N6 Stacey Klyne...................................p: 604-689-0421 e: events@vancouverlookout.com vancouverlookout.com The Vancouver Lookout offers a 360° view of Vancouver, with the harbour and majestic mountains as the backdrop for your event or group excursions. This unique and iconic venue high atop Vancouver is located in the heart of the city, a short walk from major hotels and only a few blocks from the Vancouver Convention Centre, the cruise ship terminal and historic Gastown.

Accommodates 20 to 220 guests.

Photography - Event/Videography Albert Normandin Photography Inc 229 Begin St, Coquitlam V3K 4V4 Albert Normandin...........................p: 604-939-7777 e: albert@albertnormandin.com albertnormandin.com Image Matters Photography Vancouver Janet Rerecich ...............................p: 604-839-5557 e: jr@imagematters.ca imagematters.ca Jay Shaw Photography 3108 Starlight Way, Coquitlam V3C 3R2 Jay Shaw........................................p: 604-464-8850 e: jay@jayshaw.com jayshaw.com Jeff Andrews Photography 10511 Baker Pl, Maple Ridge Jeff Andrews..................................p: 778-549-9156 e: jeffandrews808@gmail.com jeffandrewsphotography.com Jon Benjamin Photography 1310 13th Ave W, Vancouver V6H 1N8 Jon Benjamin Pesochin ..................p: 604-733-9975 e: jon@jonbenjamin.ca jonbenjamin.ca Stephen Nyran Photographer 1701 Powell St Suite 703, Vancouver V5L 5C9 Stephen Nyran ...............................p: 604-728-3599 e: stephen@nyrotic.com nyrotic.com Stirling Ward Photographic Design 46 Bedingfield St, Port Moody V3H 3N1 Stirling Ward ..................................p: 778-355-1346 e: stirlingward@shaw.ca stirlingward.com

Corporate Gifts Inc 800-15355 24 Ave Suite 504, Surrey V4A 2H9 Shirley Couture...............................p: 604-831-8516 e: corporategiftsinc@shaw.ca corporategifts.bc.ca Foster Walker Gifts of Distinction Vancouver Mardi Foster-Walker ......................p: 604-681-2456 e: mardi@fosterwalkergifts.com fosterwalkergifts.com Downtown Vancouver’s only corporate gift and promotional products distributor. We are Canada’s premier gift supplier since 1989.

Laser Graphics/Vancouver Button Factory 253 11th Ave E, Vancouver V5T 2C4 Richard Horwath .p: 604-872-3231 f: 604-872-2640 e: info@printedpromoproducts.ca printedpromoproducts.ca

Recognition Awards/Trophies Foster Walker Gifts of Distinction Vancouver Mardi Foster-Walker ......................p: 604-681-2456 e: mardi@fosterwalkergifts.com fosterwalkergifts.com

Regional Convention Spaces

Anvil Centre 777 Columbia St, New Westminster V3M 1B6 Heidi Hughes ..................................p: 604-515-3830 e: anvilcentre@newwestcity.ca anvilcentre.com With its breathtaking, contemporary architecture, multi-purpose and dynamic spaces with flexible configurations, Anvil Centre is the ideal setting for conferences, trade shows, meetings, special events and community programs. An inspired, unique boutique-style conference centre, Anvil Centre is an exciting backdrop for any event. With four levels of versatile space, the possibilities are virtually endless.

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront 1133 Hastings St W, Vancouver V6E 3T3 Richard Taylor......p: 604-691-2783 f: 604-691-2791 e: rtaylor@pinnaclehotels.ca meetpinnacle.ca

Printers/Copiers

Burnaby Mountain Clubhouse 7600 Halifax St, Burnaby V5A 4H2 ..........................................p: 604-297-4888 e: food@burnaby.ca foodburnaby.ca/bookings-catering Riverway Clubhouse 9001 Bill Fox Way, Burnaby V5J 5J3 ...........................................p: 604-297-4888 e: food@burnaby.ca foodburnaby.ca/bookings-catering

Special Effects Celebration Fireworks Vancouver ......................................p: 778-241-1922 e: nsedman@shaw.ca celebrationfireworks.ca Indoor and outdoor fireworks! Weddings, fashion shows, trade shows, parades, receptions, concerts and much, much more!

Team Building

Grouse Mountain Resort 6400 Nancy Greene Way, North Vancouver V7R 4K9 Catering ..........................................p: 604-998-4357 e: catering@grousemountain.com grousemountain.com ELEVATE. Take your next meeting or team-building session to the Peak of Vancouver where the natural surroundings inspire and award-winning cuisine satisfies – only 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Ideal for business meetings, training seminars, cocktail receptions and experiential team-building sessions.

Signs, Banners, Flags Flag Shop, The 1615 Powell St, Vancouver V5L 1H5 Susan Braverman p: 604-736-8161 f: 604-736-6439 e: vancouver@flagshop.com flagshop.com Samco Printers Ltd 830 Pender St W Suite 300, Vancouver V6C 1J8 Sam Hirji..............p: 604-683-6991 f: 604-681-1775 e: sales@samcoprinters.com samcoprinters.com Star Signage & Display 225 8th Ave W Suite 102, Vancouver V5Y 1N3 Allison Naylor......p: 604-879-9447 f: 604-879-9450 e: allison@starsignage.ca starledprint.ca

Speakers/Facilitators

River Rock Casino Resort 8811 River Rd, Richmond V6X 3P8 ..........................................p: 604-247-8933 e: sales@riverrock.com riverrock.com/event-planning

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Resorts/Retreats Painted Boat Resort Spa & Marina 1528 Bowser Ave Unit 105 PO Box 153, North Vancouver V7P 2Y3 ...............p: 604-883-2456 f: 604-883-2122 e: events@paintedboat.com paintedboat.com Shearwater Resort & Marina 6086 Russ Baker Way Suite 115, Richmond V7B 1B4 Justin Rubinstein p: 604-270-6204 f: 604-270-4974 e: justin@shearwater.ca shearwater.ca Vida Spas 845 Burrard St, Vancouver V6Z 2K6 Lisa Scott.............p: 800-401-4018 f: 604-905-0348 e: suttoninfo@vidaspas.com vidaspas.com

Restaurants

ColourTime Printing & Digital Imaging 1066 Hastings St W Suite 150, Vancouver V6E 3X1 John Plonka .........p: 604-682-8307 f: 604-684-7825 e: vancouver@colourtime.com colourtime.com

Samco Printers Ltd 830 Pender St W Suite 300, Vancouver V6C 1J8 Sam Hirji..............p: 604-683-6991 f: 604-681-1775 e: sales@samcoprinters.com samcoprinters.com West Coast Reproduction Centres Ltd 11280 Twigg Pl Suite 143, Richmond V6V 0A6 Blair Fraser .....................................p: 604-879-2711 e: blair@westcoastrepro.com westcoastrepro.com

Vancouver Convention Centre 1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver V6C 0C3 Lynn Menzies .................................p: 604-647-7345 e: lmenzies@vancouverconventioncentre.com vancouverconventioncentre.com

BenBakerSpeaks 3246 Regent St, Richmond V7E2M9 Ben Baker .......................................p: 604-512-7174 e: ben@yourbrandmarketing.com benbakerspeaks.com Consulting Edge Inc, The 2221 Folkestone Way Suite 102, West Vancouver V7S 2Y6 David Gouthro .....p: 604-926-6858 f: 604-926-6828 e: dgouthro@theconsultingedge.com davidgouthro.com Effective Leadership Consulting Ltd Vancouver Eileen Bistrisky ......................................................... e: info@effectiveconsulting.ca effectiveconsulting.ca Engagement Unlimited 3880 Clark Dr, Vancouver V5V 4Y8 Michael Haskett .............................p: 604-649-4867 e: info@engagementunlimited.ca engagementunlimited.ca

Richmond Olympic Oval 6111 River Rd, Richmond V7C 0A2 Brianna Fee .........p: 778-686-6225 f: 778-296-1429 e: info@richmondoval.ca richmondoval.ca

Telecommunications/Video Conferencing/Webcasting Message Impact Systems Inc 1124 Lonsdale Ave Suite 1107, North Vancouver V7M 2H1 Dave Roitner........p: 604-243-4442 f: 866-306-3140 e: info@messageimpact.com messageimpact.com SLV Live 3981 Coast Meridian Rd, Port Coquitlam V3B 3P5 Shawn Lam.....................................p: 604-554-0250 e: video@slvlive.ca slvlive.ca

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Tourist Attractions - Major

Grouse Mountain Resort 6400 Nancy Greene Way, North Vancouver V7R 4K9 Catering ..........................................p: 604-998-4357 e: catering@grousemountain.com grousemountain.com ELEVATE. Take your next meeting or team-building session to the Peak of Vancouver where the natural surroundings inspire and award-winning cuisine satisfies – only 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Ideal for business meetings, training seminars, cocktail receptions and experiential team-building sessions.

Museum of Anthropology at UBC 6393 Marine Dr NW, Vancouver V6T 1Z2 ...........................................p: 604-827-5932 e: info@moa.ubc.ca moa.ubc.ca Vancouver Brewery Tours Inc 2008 Pine St Suite 425, Vancouver V6J 0B8 Ryan Mackey ..................................p: 604-318-2280 e: info@vancouverbrewerytours.com vancouverbrewerytours.com VanDusen Botanical Garden 5251 Oak St, Vancouver V6M 4H1 ..............p: 604-257-8335 f: 604-257-8679 e: vandusenadmin@vancouver.ca vandusengarden.ca

Translation Services/Interpreters Language Bureau, The 938 Howe St Suite 616, Vancouver V6Z 1N9 Ted Hobrough .................................p: 604-263-9923 e: ops@thelanguagebureau.com thelanguagebureau.com LingoStar Language Services 6491 12th Ave, Burnaby V3N 2J4 Lenka de Graafova ..................... p: 604-629-8420 f: 866-714-3189 e: info@lingo-star.com lingo-star.com Wall Translation Services 2888 Heather St Unit 5, Vancouver V5Z 3J6 Betty R Wall ........p: 604-871-0030 f: 604-871-0034 e: bwall@walltranslationservices.com walltranslationservices.com

Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities ACT Arts Centre Maple Ridge, The 11944 Haney Pl, Maple Ridge V2X 6G1 Laurie Kinsman....p: 604-476-2786 f: 604-476-2187 e: landried@mract.org theactmapleridge.org Alan Emmott Centre 6650 Southoaks Cres, Burnaby V5E 4M7 .........................................p: 604-320-2217 e: catering@burnaby.ca foodburnaby.ca/bookings-catering Overflowing with charm, this 100-year-old schoolhouse presents an exceptional event or meeting space with its century-old architectural grandeur.

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Anvil Centre 777 Columbia St, New Westminster V3M 1B6 Heidi Hughes ..................................p: 604-515-3830 e: anvilcentre@newwestcity.ca anvilcentre.com With its breathtaking, contemporary architecture, multi-purpose and dynamic spaces with flexible configurations, Anvil Centre is the ideal setting for conferences, trade shows, meetings, special events and community programs. An inspired, unique boutique-style conference centre, Anvil Centre is an exciting backdrop for any event. With four levels of versatile space, the possibilities are virtually endless.

Arts Club Theatre Company 162 1st Ave W Suite 203 BMO Theatre Centre, Vancouver V5Y 0H6 Catherine Wilson p: 604-687-5315 f: 604-688-3273 e: cwilson@artsclub.com artsclub.com BC Place 777 Pacific Blvd, Vancouver V6B 4Y8 Rohaan Sethna ....p: 604-669-2300 f: 604-661-3412 e: stadium@bcpavco.com bcplace.com Beaty Biodiversity Museum 2212 Main Mall, Vancouver V6T 1Z4 Marketing .........................p: 604-827-4955 f: 604-822-0686 e: info@beatymuseum.ubc.ca beatymuseum.ubc.ca Burnaby Lake Pavilion 6871 Roberts St, Burnaby V5B 3C1 ..........................................p: 604-205-3033 e: rentals@burnaby.ca foodburnaby.ca/bookings-catering Surrounded by striking scenery and amazing wildlife, your event will be made forever memorable in this enchanting, rustic venue sitting along the water’s edge.

Burnaby Mountain Clubhouse 7600 Halifax St, Burnaby V5A 4H2 ..........................................p: 604-297-4888 e: food@burnaby.ca foodburnaby.ca/bookings-catering The impossibly idyllic Burnaby Mountain Clubhouse offers up a space like no other with its stunning setting and awe-inspiring views of the lush and verdant golf course.

Burnaby Village Museum 6501 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby V5G 3T6 ...............p: 604-297-4565 f: 604-297-4557 e: bvm@burnaby.ca burnabyvillagemuseum.ca Our unique venue is the perfect site for meetings, corporate events, staff parties, group activities and holiday celebrations. Choose between traditional meeting rooms, a 1920s-style Ice Cream Parlour, a carousel pavilion or a grassy meadow. Book the entire museum site for a complete “step back in time” experience in our 1920s village. Groups from 20 to 2,000+ can be accommodated. Cocktail parties, sit-down dinners, buffets and outdoor barbecue options are available.

Cambie Community Centre 12800 Cambie Rd, Richmond V6V 0A9 Susan Alblas .......p: 604-238-8399 f: 604-278-2609 e: cambie@richmond.ca richmond.ca/parksrec/centres/cambiecentre/ cambie Canada Berries Winery 12791 Blundell Rd, Richmond V6W 1B4 .........................................p: 604-303-0379 e: info@canada-berries.com canada-berries.com Cloverdale Rodeo & Exhibition Association 6050A 176 St, Surrey V3S 4E7 ...............p: 604-576-9461 f: 604-576-0216 e: info@cloverdalerodeo.com cloverdalerodeo.com Conferences & Accommodation at UBC 5961 Student Union Blvd, Vancouver V6T 2C9 ...............p: 604-822-1060 f: 604-822-1069 e: conferences@housing.ubc.ca ubcconferences.com

Peretz Centre for Jewish Culture 6184 Ash St, Vancouver V5Z 3G9 Donna Becker .................................p: 604-325-1810 e: execdirector@peretz-centre.org peretz-centre.org Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront 1133 Hastings St W, Vancouver V6E 3T3 Richard Taylor......p: 604-691-2783 f: 604-691-2791 e: rtaylor@pinnaclehotels.ca meetpinnacle.ca Resolutions - Vancouver’s ADR & Business Centre 925 Georgia St W Suite 1300, Vancouver V6C 3L2 Sara Jones .....................................p: 604-428-3330 e: info@resolutionsvancouver.com resolutionsvancouver.com

Richmond Olympic Oval 6111 River Rd, Richmond V7C 0A2 Brianna Fee .........p: 778-686-6225 f: 778-296-1429 e: info@richmondoval.ca richmondoval.ca Grouse Mountain Resort 6400 Nancy Greene Way, North Vancouver V7R 4K9 Catering ..........................................p: 604-998-4357 e: catering@grousemountain.com grousemountain.com ELEVATE. Take your next meeting or team-building session to the Peak of Vancouver where the natural surroundings inspire and award-winning cuisine satisfies – only 15 minutes from downtown Vancouver. Ideal for business meetings, training seminars, cocktail receptions and experiential team-building sessions.

Hawksworth Restaurant 801 Georgia St W, Vancouver V6C 1P7 Tara Clancy .....................................p: 604-673-7000 e: info@hawksworthrestaurant.com hawksworthrestaurant.com Kay Meek Centre 1700 Mathers Ave, West Vancouver V7V 2G7 Mina Khatam.......p: 604-913-3634 f: 604-913-3624 e: hello@kaymeek.com kaymeek.com Lonsdale Quay Hotel 123 Carrie Cates Crt, North Vancouver V7M 3K7 Farah Steen .........p: 604-986-6111 f: 604-986-8782 e: sales@lonsdalequayhotel.com lonsdalequayhotel.com Nightingale Restaurant 1017 Hastings St W, Vancouver V6E 0C4 Tara Clancy .....................................p: 604-695-9500 e: info@hawknightingale.com hawknightingale.com Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre 6688 Southoaks Cres, Burnaby V5E 4M7 Karah Goshinmon Foster ................p: 604-777-7000 f: 604-777-7701 e: kgoshinmon@nikkeiplace.org nikkeiplace.org

Pacific National Exhibition 2901 Hastings St E, Vancouver V5K 5J1 Jennifer Campbell ..........................p: 604-251-7740 f: 604-251-7761 e: sales@pne.ca pne.ca Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) offers a variety of meeting and banquet space options available for all types of special events.

River Rock Casino Resort 8811 River Rd, Richmond V6X 3P8 ..........................................p: 604-247-8933 e: sales@riverrock.com riverrock.com/event-planning Riverway Clubhouse 9001 Bill Fox Way, Burnaby V5J 5J3 ...........................................p: 604-297-4888 e: food@burnaby.ca foodburnaby.ca/bookings-catering Grand and grandiose at its best, Riverway Clubhouse is a breathtaking space boasting inspired wood-beamed architecture, impressive floor-to-ceiling windows and incredible views.

Robert H Lee Alumni Centre 6163 University Blvd, Vancouver V6T 1Z1 Nicole Caron........p: 604-822-1922 f: 604-822-8928 e: nicole.caron@ubc.ca alumnicentre.ubc.ca Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver V6Z 2W3 Laura Mackay ......p: 604-713-1811 f: 604-713-1813 e: laura.mackay@vancouver.ca roundhouse.ca Science World British Columbia 1455 Quebec St, Vancouver V6A 3Z7 Julio Guzman.......p: 604-443-7475 f: 604-443-7430 e: jguzman@scienceworld.ca scienceworld.ca Scotiabank Dance Centre 677 Davie St, Vancouver V6B 2G6 Robin Naiman.................................p: 604-606-6400 e: studiorentals@thedancecentre.ca thedancecentre.ca Shadbolt Centre for the Arts 6450 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby V5E 4M7 .........................................p: 604-205-3026 e: catering@burnaby.ca foodburnaby.ca/bookings-catering

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Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel 15269 104 Ave, Surrey V3R 1N5 Emmanuel Medeiros ......................p: 604-587-6125 e: emmanuel.medeiros@sheratonguildford.com marriott.com\yvrsi Terminal City Club 837 Hastings St W, Vancouver V6C 1B6 Jennifer Silver .....p: 604-488-8611 f: 604-681-9634 e: jsilver@tcclub.com tcclub.com UBC Robson Square 800 Robson St, Vancouver V6Z 3B7 Julie Walton........p: 604-827-5444 f: 604-822-0070 e: robson.bookings@ubc.ca robsonsquare.ubc.ca Vancouver Art Gallery 750 Hornby St, Vancouver V6Z 2H7 ...............p: 604-662-4714 f: 604-682-1086 e: marketing@vanartgallery.bc.ca vanartgallery.bc.ca

Vancouver Lookout 555 Hastings St W, Vancouver V6B 4N6 Stacey Klyne...................................p: 604-689-0421 e: events@vancouverlookout.com vancouverlookout.com The Vancouver Lookout offers a 360° view of Vancouver, with the harbour and majestic mountains as the backdrop for your event or group excursions. This unique and iconic venue high atop Vancouver is located in the heart of the city, a short walk from major hotels and only a few blocks from the Vancouver Convention Centre, the cruise ship terminal and historic Gastown.

Accommodates 20 to 220 guests.

Vancouver Rowing Club 450 Stanley Park Dr, Vancouver V6G 3E2 Olga Ruparelia.....p: 604-687-3400 f: 604-687-6812 e: events@vancouverrowingclub.ca vancouverrowingclub.ca

Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor

Burnaby Village Museum 6501 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby V5G 3T6 ...............p: 604-297-4565 f: 604-297-4557 e: bvm@burnaby.ca burnabyvillagemuseum.ca Our unique venue is the perfect site for meetings, corporate events, staff parties, group activities and holiday celebrations. Choose between traditional meeting rooms, a 1920s-style Ice Cream Parlour, a carousel pavilion or a grassy meadow. Book the entire museum site for a complete “step back in time” experience in our 1920s village. Groups from 20 to 2,000+ can be accommodated. Cocktail parties, sit-down dinners, buffets and outdoor barbecue options are available.

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Museum of Vancouver 1100 Chestnut St, Vancouver V6J 3J9 ................p: 604-730-5305 f: 604-736-5417 e: sgriffin@museumofvancouver.ca museumofvancouver.ca/rentals Science World British Columbia 1455 Quebec St, Vancouver V6A 3Z7 Julio Guzman.......p: 604-443-7475 f: 604-443-7430 e: jguzman@scienceworld.ca scienceworld.ca Vancouver Aquarium 845 Avison Way, Vancouver V6G 3E2 ...............p: 604-659-3400 f: 604-659-3584 e: cateringandevents@ocean.org vanaqua.org Vancouver Maritime Museum 1905 Ogden Ave, Vancouver V6J 1A3 Nicola Clur...........p: 604-257-8310 f: 604-737-2621 e: info@vanmaritime.com vanmaritime.com

Yacht Charters Fairweather Cruises & Events Ltd 6464 Burns St, Burnaby V5E 1T2 Jane Boddy.....................................p: 604-438-4960 e: boats@fairweathercruises.com fairweathercruises.com Call us first! We offer the full selection of charter vessels available in Vancouver, accommodating groups of two to 1,000. A cruise is ideal for incentives, conferences, corporate events, client and staff appreciation and all family celebrations.

We offer superior service to all of our clients regardless of the size of their group. The best views are from the boats.

Harbour Cruises & Events 501 Denman St, Vancouver V6G 2W9 Josephine Clarke p: 604-688-7246 f: 604-687-5868 e: josephine@boatcruises.com boatcruises.com Explore business opportunities while enjoying superior cuisine prepared by our executive chef and fantastic panoramic views. Our vessels are perfect for product launches, conferences, client get-togethers or staff events.

Spirit Cruises Ltd 450 Denman St, Vancouver V6G 3J1 Vanessa Anne .....p: 604-687-5533 f: 604-687-5538 e: info@vancouvercharters.com vancouvercharters.com

FRASER VALLEY Display Designers & Builders Creatix Studios PO Box 63 Stn Mount Lehman, Abbotsford V4X 2P7 David J Rowland ............................p: 604-230-1912 e: david@creatixstudios.com creatixstudios.com

Golf Courses & Country Clubs Cultus Lake Golf Club 4000 Columbia Valley Hwy PO Box 3068, Cultus Lake V2R 5H6 Jeff Bahnman ......p: 877-858-3673 f: 604-858-2612 e: cultusgolf@shaw.ca golfcultus.com Meadowlands Golf & Country Club 47823 Yale Rd E, Chilliwack V2P 7N3 Riz Mislang..........p: 604-792-2276 f: 604-792-6733 e: info@meadowlandsgolfcountry.com meadowlandsgolfcountry.com Royalwood Golf Club 41050 Trans-Canada Hwy RR 1, Chilliwack V2R 4J1 Dan Ehrenholz .....p: 604-823-4653 f: 604-823-4665 e: dan@royalwoodgolf.com royalwoodgolf.com

Hotels and Motels Best Western Plus Regency Inn & Conference Centre 32110 Marshall Rd, Abbotsford V2T 1A1 Rebecca Eaton.....p: 604-853-3111 f: 604-852-1750 e: banquets@bwregency.bc.ca bwregency.bc.ca Coast Chilliwack Hotel by APA 45920 First Ave, Chilliwack V2P 7K1 ...............p: 604-792-5552 f: 604-795-2425 e: chilliwack@coasthotels.com coasthotels.com

Harrison Beach Hotel 160 Esplanade St Box 460, Harrison Hot Springs V0M 1K0 ..............p: 604-796-1111 f: 604-796-1212 e: info@harrisonbeachhotel.com harrisonbeachhotel.com Quality Hotel & Conference Centre 36035 North Parallel Rd, Abbotsford V3G 2C6 Daniel Laverick ....p: 604-870-1050 f: 604-870-1060 e: sales@qualityhotelabbotsford.com qualityhotelabbotsford.com Royal Hotel 45886 Wellington Ave, Chilliwack V2P 2C7 Tanya Linden .......p: 604-792-1210 f: 604-792-2475 e: agm@royalhotelchilliwack.com royalhotelchilliwack.com Sandman Hotel & Suites 32720 Simon Ave, Abbotsford V2T 0B8 ...............p: 604-556-7263 f: 604-556-7253 e: abbotsfordcatering@sandman.ca sandmanhotels.com Travelodge by Wyndham Abbotsford Bakerview 1821 Sumas Way, Abbotsford V2S 4L5 ................p: 604-859-1341 f: 604-854-1385 wyndhamhotels.com

Resorts/Retreats Harrison Hot Springs Resort 100 Esplanade Ave, Harrison Hot Springs V0M 1K0 Eric Towne ...........p: 604-796-2244 f: 604-796-9374 e: etowne@harrisonresort.com harrisonresort.com Manning Park Resort 7500 Hwy No 3 Box 1600, Manning Park V0X 1L0 Robyn Barker .......p: 604-668-5922 f: 250-840-8848 e: info@manningpark.com manningpark.com

Tourist Attractions - Major Greater Vancouver Zoo 5048 264 St, Aldergrove V4W 1N7 .............p: 604-856-6825 f: 604-857-9008 e: info@gvzoo.com gvzoo.com

Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Chilliwack Heritage Park 44140 Luckakuck Way, Chilliwack V2R 4A7 Ana Macedo ........p: 604-824-9927 f: 604-824-9957 e: amacedo@chilliwackheritagepark.com chilliwackheritagepark.com Tradex Fraser Valley Trade and Exhibition Centre 1190 Cornell St, Abbotsford V2T 6H5 Bradley Styba ......p: 604-557-1458 f: 604-850-7699 e: bstyba@fvtradex.com fvtradex.com

COAST Banquet Facilities Beach Gardens Resort & Marina 7074 Westminster St, Powell River V8A 1C5 Cheryl Ilott ...........p: 604-485-6267 f: 604-485-2343 e: beachgardens@shaw.ca beachgardens.com

Hotels and Motels Powell River Town Centre Hotel 4660 Joyce Ave, Powell River V8A 3B6 Dikran Zabunyan .p: 604-485-3000 f: 604-485-3031 e: dzabunyan@prtowncentrehotel.com prtowncentrehotel.com

Promotional Items/Novelties/ Corporate Gifts/Gift Baskets Cocoa West Chocolatier 581C Artisan Ln, Bowen Island V0N 1G2 Joanne Mogridge ...........................p: 604-947-2996 e: contact@cocoawest.com cocoawest.com

Resorts/Retreats Birken Lakeside Resort 9179 Portage Rd 9179 Portage Rd, Birken V0N 2L0 Sharon Stevens ..............................p: 604-452-3255 e: sstevens360@gmail.com blrproperties.net

Lund Resort at Klah Ah Men, The 1436 Highway 101, Lund V0N 2G0 Scott Wilshaw.....p: 604-414-0474 f: 604-414-0476 e: generalmanager@lundresort.com lundresort.com West Coast Wilderness Lodge Resort General Delivery, Egmont V0N 1N0 Paul Hansen ...................................p: 778-280-8610 e: lodge@wcwl.com wcwl.com

SEA TO SKY Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Tourism Pemberton PO Box 602, Pemberton V0N 2L0 Shirley Henry ..................................p: 604-894-6477 e: info@tourismpembertonbc.com tourismpembertonbc.com Whistler Chamber of Commerce 4230 Gateway Dr Suite 201, Whistler V8E 0Z8 Chanelle Conley ..p: 604-932-5922 f: 604-932-3755 e: chamber@whistlerchamber.com whistlerchamber.com

Banquet Facilities Squamish Valley Golf Club 2458 Mamquam Rd, Squamish V8B 0H8 Scott Wengi ........p: 604-898-9521 f: 604-898-9523 e: info@squamishvalleygolf.com squamishvalleygolf.com

Destination Management/ Marketing Tourism Whistler 4010 Whistler Way, Whistler V0N 1B4 Liana Duff ............p: 778-578-6600 f: 604-932-7231 e: lduff@tourismwhistler.com whistler.com/meetings

Golf Courses & Country Clubs Furry Creek Golf & Country Club 150 Country Club Rd, Furry Creek V0N 3Z2 Angela/Brad Woods.......................p: 604-896-2224 f: 604-896-2327 e: info@furrycreekgolf.com furrycreekgolf.com Whistler Golf Club 4010 Whistler Way, Whistler V0N 1B4 ...............p: 604-932-3280 f: 604-932-4015 e: alan@whistlergolf.com whistlergolf.com

Hotels and Motels Aava Whistler Hotel 4005 Whistler Way, Whistler V0N 1B4 ...............p: 604-932-2522 f: 604-932-6711 e: meethere@aavawhistlerhotel.com aavawhistlerhotel.com Crystal Lodge & Suites Whistler 4154 Village Green, Whistler V0N 1B4 Jasmine Ashworth ..................... p: 800-667-3363 f: 604-932-2635 e: jashworth@crystal-lodge.com crystal-lodge.com Delta Hotels Whistler Village Suites 4308 Main St, Whistler V0N 1B4 Jackie Fulton .......p: 604-905-6533 f: 604-938-6335 e: jackie.fulton@deltahotels.com marriott.com Fairmont Chateau Whistler 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler V0N 1B4 ...............p: 604-938-8000 f: 604-938-2055 e: chateauwhistlerresort@fairmont.com fairmont.com/whistler Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside 4320 Sundial Cres, Whistler V0N 1B4 Don Prins .............p: 604-905-2999 f: 604-905-2995 e: dprins@panpacific.com panpacificwhistler.com Pan Pacific Whistler Village Centre 4299 Blackcomb Way, Whistler V0N 1B4 Don Prins .............p: 604-966-5500 f: 604-966-5501 e: dprins@panpacific.com panpacificwhistler.com

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Sundial Boutique Hotel 4340 Sundial Cres, Whistler V0N 1B4 ...............p: 604-932-2321 f: 604-935-0554 e: sales@sundialhotel.com sundialhotel.com Westin Resort & Spa Whistler 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler V0N 1B4 ...............p: 604-905-5000 f: 604-905-5589 e: sales@westinwhistler.com westinwhistler.com

Tourist Attractions - Major

Regional Convention Spaces Whistler Conference Centre 4010 Whistler Way, Whistler V8E 1J2 Suzanne Muscat/ Liana Duff .........p: 604-932-3928 f: 604-932-7231 e: sales@tourismwhistler.com whistler.com/meetings

Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities CN Roundhouse & Conference Centre 39645 Government Rd PO Box 2387, Squamish V8B 0B6 ..............p: 604-898-9336 f: 604-898-2509 e: generalmanager@wcra.org wcra.org/index.php/cn-roundhouse Westin Resort & Spa Whistler 4090 Whistler Way, Whistler V0N 1B4 ...............p: 604-905-5000 f: 604-905-5589 e: sales@westinwhistler.com westinwhistler.com

Ziptrek Ecotours PO Box 734, Whistler V0N 1B0 Warrick Hubbard .p: 604-935-0001 f: 888-902-8094 e: webres@ziptrek.com ziptrek.com

Resorts/Retreats

Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor Audain Art Museum 4350 Blackcomb Way, Whistler V0N 1B4 ..........................................p: 604-962-0413 e: info@audainartmuseum.com audainartmuseum.com Brackendale Art Gallery 41950 Government Rd Box 100, Brackendale V0N 1H0 Thor Froslev ....................................p: 604-898-3333 e: info@BrackendaleArtGallery.com brackendaleartgallery.com Canadian Wilderness Adventures Ltd 4280 Mountain Sq Unit 17, Whistler V0N 1B4 Kristal Taylor .......p: 604-938-1554 f: 604-938-1576 e: sales@canadian01.com canadianwilderness.com

Executive Suites Hotel & Resort Squamish 40900 Tantalus Rd, Squamish V8B 0R3 Sheryl Roberts .....p: 604-815-4903 f: 604-815-0049 e: sroberts@executivesuitessquamish.com executivesuitessquamish.com Four Seasons Resort and Residences 4591 Blackcomb Way, Whistler V0N 1B4 ...............p: 604-935-3400 f: 604-935-3455 e: chelan.goonetilleke@fourseasons.com fourseasons.com/whistler Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa 4050 Whistler Way, Whistler V0N 1B4 ...............p: 800-515-4050 f: 604-966-5093 e: sales@hiltonwhistler.com hiltonwhistler.com

Nita Lake Lodge 2131 Lake Placid Rd, Whistler V0N 1B2 Elise Tomalty .......p: 604-966-5700 f: 604-966-5709 e: sales@nitalakelodge.com nitalakelodge.com Pemberton Valley Lodge 1490 Sea to Sky Highway, Pemberton V0N 2L1 ...............p: 604-894-2000 f: 604-894-2002 e: stay@pembertonvalleylodge.com pembertonvalleylodge.com Whistler Alpine Chalet Retreat & Wellness 3012 Alpine Cres, Whistler V0N 1B3 Parm Hari........................................p: 604-935-3003 e: reservations@whistleralpinechalet.ca whistleralpinechalet.ca

YOUR EVENT HERE

Restaurants Araxi Restaurant + Oyster Bar 4222 Village Sq Suite 110, Whistler V0N 1B4 Neil Henderson ..............................p: 604-932-4540 e: info@araxi.com araxi.com

Team Building Eventology PO Box 2271, Garibaldi Highlands Alexandra Pett................................p: 855-353-8326 e: info@eventology.ca eventology.ca

Telecommunications/Video Conferencing/Webcasting Mediastreams Communications 40044 Plateau Dr, Squamish V8B 0W3 Pesi A Unwalla ...............................p: 604-970-5055 e: info@mediastreams.ca mediastreams.ca

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ust minutes from downtown Vancouver by float plane but a world apart from urban concerns, Vancouver Island is the perfect setting for group getaways both large and small.

Whether it’s an industry gathering, corporate retreat, wedding or reunion, the Island’s lush valleys facing the Salish Sea – also known as the Strait of Georgia – and rugged west coast provide spectacular backdrops.

Set apart from the mainland, the province’s capital is the perfect getaway for groups from both Canada and the U.S., which is linked with the city by ferry. Conference space is crowned by the Victoria Conference Centre, the second-largest meeting place in the province. Situated downtown just steps from the Inner Harbour, it offers 50,000 square feet of event space as well as 23,000 square feet at the Crystal Garden pavilion across the street.

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Recent years have seen a wave of fresh investment in local hotels, including the recently renovated 464-room Fairmont Empress adjoining the city’s conference centre. The hotel offers 23,000 square feet of its own function space, giving groups access to 96,000 square feet of space across the three venues.

Meanwhile, the 304-room Hotel Grand Pacific adjacent to the city’s iconic legislature building has two ballrooms totalling 5,500 square feet as well as five breakout rooms averaging 500 square feet each.

Just north of Victoria, the Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort and Spa offers more than 5,600 square feet of space including a ballroom accommodating receptions of up to 750 people and

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three breakout options for groups of 12 to 288 people.

Nanaimo offers the largest conference space north of Victoria, with the Vancouver Island Conference Centre boasting 38,000 square feet of event and meeting space accommodating 1,300 people in its ballroom.

Smaller venues in Nanaimo include the Coast Bastion Hotel on the waterfront and the Grand Hotel Nanaimo north of downtown. Both properties can accommodate groups of up to 400 people in their ballrooms and boardrooms.

North of Nanaimo, Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort & Conference Centre in Parksville offers 10,000 square feet across 12 rooms for groups of up to 350 people. The mid-Island region is also home to the Crown Isle Resort in Courtenay and Shelter Point Distillery in Oyster River, which have distinctive spaces for receptions of 40 to 80 people. Port Alberni is home to Cedar Wood Lodge, which can handle groups of 22 in its boardroom.

Community halls and rural properties are also distinctive event venues. Blue Grouse Estate Winery in the Cowichan Valley regularly welcomes meetings of up to 20 people in a mezzanine overlooking its vineyard, while receptions and long-table dinners for up to 100 people can be held on its patio.

Meanwhile, the Vancouver Island Motorsport Circuit in Duncan offers a 15,000-square-foot clubhouse and 2.3-kilometre track that will have corporate groups raring to go. Operated by GAIN Dealer Group, which also supplies the latest imported cars for driving, it’s affiliated with the exclusive, 38-room Villa Eyrie Resort atop the Malahat.

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VANCOUVER ISLAND/GULF ISLANDS Painter’s Lodge in Campbell River can accommodate groups of up to 200 • SUBMITTED

First Nations heritage is also a significant element in local event space.

Painter’s Lodge Resort in Campbell River, open from May to October, offers 3,000 square feet of event space capable of hosting up to 200 people. Grizzly bear viewing in co-operation with the Homalco First Nation adds a wild touch to even the tamest gathering.

Farther north, the Gwa’sala ’Nakwaxda’xw operate the 85-room Kwa’lilas Hotel in Port Hardy with 5,291 square feet of meeting space in six rooms. Up to 150 people can sit in the ballroom, which has a standing capacity of 210.

On the remote west coast of Vancouver Island, natural features such as Clayoquot Sound and spectacular winter storms provide a stunning backdrop for venues such as Ucluelet’s Black Rock Oceanfront Resort, which can accommodate groups of up to 140, as well as a community centre hosting gatherings of up to 200 people.

Tofino’s Best Western Tin Wis offers 4,000 square feet of meeting space for up to 250 guests, and is among the many spaces offered by well-known national hoteliers across the Island. É

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Caterers Quay West Kitchen & Catering 921 Island Hwy, Campbell River V9W 2C2 ��������������������������������������p: 250‑286‑9988 quaywest.ca Destination Management/Marketing Campbell River Visitor Centre 1235 Shoppers Row Tyee Plaza, Campbell River V9W 2C7 ��������������������������������������p: 250‑286‑6901 e: campbellriver@destinationthink.com campbellriver.travel Golf Courses & Country Clubs Campbell River Golf & Country Club 700 Petersen Rd, Campbell River V9W 3H7 ����������p: 250‑287‑4970 f: 250‑286‑0352 e: info@crgolf.ca crgolf.ca Hotels and Motels Anchor Inn & Suites 261 Island Hwy, Campbell River V9W 2B3 Bev Herperger ��p: 250‑286‑1131 f: 250‑287‑4055 e: manager@anchorinn.ca anchorinn.ca Coast Discovery Inn 975 Shoppers Row, Campbell River V9W 2C4 �����������p: 250‑287‑7155 f: 250‑287‑2213 coasthotels.com Comfort Inn & Suites Campbell River 1351 Shoppers Row, Campbell River V9W 2C9 Rebecca Berry ��p: 250‑914‑5117 f: 250‑914‑5217 e: operations@comfortinncampbellriver.com comfortinncampbellriver.com Resorts/Retreats Oyster Bay Resorts Mini Conference Centre 4357 Island Hwy S, Campbell River V9H 1N4 Marlene Macland �����������������������p: 250‑923‑7413 e: info@oysterbayresort.com oysterbayresort.com Painter’s Lodge Holiday & Fishing Resort 1625 McDonald Rd, Campbell River V9W 4S5 �����������p: 888‑999‑2799 f: 250‑286‑0158 e: info@northcoasthotelresort.com painterslodge.com Strathcona Park Lodge Ltd 41040 Gold River Hwy PO Box 2160, Campbell River V9W 5C5 Christine Clarke ���������������������������p: 250‑286‑3122 e: info@strathconaparklodge.com strathconaparklodge.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Maritime Heritage Centre 621 Island Hwy PO Box 25083, Campbell River V9W 0B7 �����������p: 250‑286‑3161 f: 250‑286‑3162 e: info@maritimeheritagecentre.ca maritimeheritagecentre.ca Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor Museum at Campbell River 470 Island Hwy Stn A Box 70, Campbell River V9W 4Z9 �����������p: 250‑287‑3103 f: 250‑286‑0109 e: rentals@crmuseum.ca crmuseum.ca

Resorts/Retreats Hollyhock 445 Highfield Rd, Cortes Island V0P 1K0 ������������p: 250‑935‑6576 f: 250‑935‑6424 e: info@hollyhock.ca hollyhock.ca

Cobble Hill Golf Courses & Country Clubs Arbutus Ridge Golf Club 3515 Telegraph Rd, Cobble Hill V0R 1L4 �������������p: 250‑743‑5000 f: 250‑743‑5518 e: info_arbutus@golfbc.com arbutusridge.com

Courtenay Hotels and Motels Bayview Hotel 2200 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay V9N 2L4 ������������p: 778‑225‑0010 f: 778‑225‑0019 e: guestservices@bayviewvi.com bayviewvi.com Best Western The Westerly Hotel 1590 Cliffe Ave, Courtenay V9N 2K4 ������������p: 250‑338‑2745 f: 250‑338‑5442 e: sales@thewesterlyhotel.com thewesterlyhotel.com Old House Hotel & Spa 1730 Riverside Ln, Courtenay V9N 8C7 ������������p: 250‑703‑0981 f: 250‑703‑0209 e: sales@oldhousehotel.com oldhousevillage.com Resorts/Retreats Crown Isle Resort & Golf Community 399 Clubhouse Dr, Courtenay V9N 9G3 �����������p: 250‑703‑5050 f: 250‑703‑5020 e: groupsales@crownisle.ca crownisle.ca Kingfisher Oceanside Resort & Spa 4330 Island Hwy S, Courtenay V9N 9R9 Linda Bridgman p: 250‑338‑1323 f: 250‑338‑0058 e: linda@kingfisherspa.com kingfisherspa.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Florence Filberg Centre & Native Sons Hall 411 Anderton Ave, Courtenay V9N 6C6 Carol Millar ������p: 250‑338‑1000 f: 250‑338‑0303 e: filberg@courtenay.ca courtenay.ca/facilities The place to meet in central, convenient downtown locations. Includes two 4,500-to-6,000-square-foot banquet halls and meeting rooms of all sizes.

Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor Courtenay & District Museum & Paleontology Centre 207 4th St, Courtenay V9N 1G7 Gillian Miller ����p: 250‑334‑0686 f: 250‑338‑0619 e: gmiller@courtenaymuseum.ca courtenaymuseum.ca

Cowichan Bay Resorts/Retreats Oceanfront Suites at Cowichan Bay 1681 Cowichan Bay Rd, Cowichan Bay V0R 1N0 Robert Green ����p: 250‑715‑1000 f: 250‑715‑1001 e: robert@oceanfrontcowichanbay.com oceanfrontcowichanbay.com

Duncan Associations/Chambers of Commerce/ Tourist Info Centres Cowichan Regional Visitor Info Centre 2896 Drinkwater Rd, Duncan V9L 6C2 ����������������������������������������p: 250‑746‑4636 e: visitorinfo@duncancc.bc.ca duncancc.bc.ca/visitors-info Golf Courses & Country Clubs Cowichan Golf Club PO Box 38, Duncan V9L 3X1 �������������p: 250‑746‑7211 f: 250‑746‑7807 e: warmlandhospitality@shaw.ca cowichangolfclub.ca

Hotels and Motels Ramada Duncan Hotel & Conference Centre 140 Trans-Canada Hwy, Duncan V9L 3P7 Mary Lionas �����p: 250‑748‑4311 f: 250‑748‑1774 e: events@ramadaduncan.com duncanhotel.ca

Esquimalt Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Archie Browning Sport Centre 1151 Esquimalt Rd, Esquimalt V9A 3N6 Chris Millan ������p: 250‑412‑8525 f: 250‑412‑8531 e: bookings@esquimalt.ca esquimalt.ca/recreation

Promotional Items/Novelties/Corporate Gifts/Gift Baskets Monarch Premium Promotional Products 321 Wesley St Suite 11, Nanaimo V9R 2T5 Robert Dodds ���p: 250‑327‑8333 f: 250‑755‑3042 e: info@monarchpromo.com monarchpromo.com Regional Convention Spaces

Galiano Island Resorts/Retreats Bodega Ridge 120 Manastee Rd, Galiano Island V0N 1P0 Jesse Keefer �������������������������������p: 877‑604‑2677 e: info@bodegaridge.com bodegaridge.com Driftwood Village Resort 205 Bluff Rd E, Galiano Island V0N 1P0 Steff La Mance p: 250‑539‑5457 f: 250‑539‑5058 e: info@driftwoodvillage.com driftwoodvillage.com Galiano Oceanfront Inn & Spa 134 Madrona Dr, Galiano Island V0N 1P0 Ian Phyper ��������p: 250‑539‑3388 f: 250‑539‑3338 e: innmanager@galianoinn.com galianoinn.com

Lake Cowichan Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Cowichan Lake Sports Arena 311 South Shore Rd PO Box 777, Lake Cowichan V0R 2G0 Linda Blatchord p: 250‑749‑6742 f: 250‑749‑6341 e: lblatchford@cvrd.bc.ca cvrd.bc.ca

Nanaimo Banquet Facilities

Vancouver Island Conference Centre 101 Gordon St, Nanaimo V9R 5J8 Chuck Loewen ��p: 250‑244‑4050 f: 250‑244‑4055 e: gm@viconference.com viconference.com Resorts/Retreats Inn on Long Lake 4700 Island Hwy N, Nanaimo V9T 1W6 �����������p: 250‑758‑1144 f: 250‑758‑5832 e: manager@innonlonglake.com innonlonglake.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Beban Park Recreation Centre 2300 Bowen Rd, Nanaimo V9T 3K7 ������������p: 250‑756‑5202 f: 250‑756‑5240 e: janelle.timmins@nanaimo.ca nanaimo.ca Ecumenical Centre 6234 Spartan Rd, Nanaimo V9T 2N9 Sarah Dafoe ��������������������������������p: 250‑390‑2442 e: nanecum@shaw.ca Nanaimo Curling Club 106 Wall St Box 272, Nanaimo V9R 5K9 Andrea Trepanier ��������������������� p: 250‑753‑3474 f: 250‑753‑4278 e: manager@nanaimocurlingclub.ca nanaimocurlingclub.ca

Nanoose Bay

Vancouver Island Conference Centre 101 Gordon St, Nanaimo V9R 5J8 Chuck Loewen ��p: 250‑244‑4050 f: 250‑244‑4055 e: gm@viconference.com viconference.com Hotels and Motels Best Western Dorchester Hotel 70 Church St, Nanaimo V9R 5H4 Julie Park ���������p: 250‑754‑6835 f: 250‑754‑2638 e: catering@dorchesternanaimo.com dorchesternanaimo.com Coast Bastion Hotel 11 Bastion St, Nanaimo V9R 6E4 ������������p: 250‑753‑6601 f: 250‑753‑4155 coasthotels.com Days Inn Nanaimo Harbourview 809 Island Hwy S, Nanaimo V9R 5K1 ������������p: 250‑754‑8171 f: 250‑754‑8557 e: william.shang@harbourviewdaysinn.com daysinnnanaimo.com Grand Hotel Nanaimo 4898 Rutherford Rd, Nanaimo V9T 4Z4 Susie Sirri ���������p: 250‑758‑3000 f: 250‑729‑2808 e: susie.sirri@thegrandhotelnanaimo.ca thegrandhotelnanaimo.ca Ramada by Wyndham Nanaimo 315 Rosehill St, Nanaimo V9S 1E3 ������������p: 250‑716‑2009 f: 250‑716‑0011 e: nanaimoramada@shawcable.com wyndhamhotels.com

Resorts/Retreats Pacific Shores Resort & Spa 1600 Stroulger Rd Suite 1, Nanoose Bay V9P 9B7 ������������p: 250‑468‑7121 f: 250‑468‑2001 e: sales@pacificshoresbc.com pacificshoresbc.com

Parksville Associations/Chambers of Commerce/ Tourist Info Centres Parksville Qualicum Beach Tourism PO Box 239, Parksville V9P 2G4 Karyn Doerksen p: 250‑248‑6300 f: 250‑248‑6308 e: karyn@pqbtourism.com visitparksvillequalicumbeach.com Banquet Facilities Parksville Community & Conference Centre 132 Jensen Ave E Box 1125, Parksville V9P 2H2 ������������p: 250‑248‑6234 f: 250‑248‑8634 e: info@parksvillecentre.com parksvillecentre.ca Hotels and Motels Bayside Oceanfront Resort 240 Dogwood St, Parksville V9P 2H5 Corinna Ludovici ��������������������������p: 250‑248‑8333 e: billie@baysideresortparksville.com baysideresortparksville.com Resorts/Retreats Beach Club Resort 181 Beachside Dr, Parksville V9P 2H5 ������������p: 250‑248‑8999 f: 250‑947‑2122 e: stay@beachclubresort.ca beachclubbc.com

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Sunrise Ridge Waterfront Resort 1175 Resort Dr, Parksville V9P 2E3 Katie Wallace......p: 250-248-4674 f: 250-947-2507 e: reservations@sunriseridge.ca sunriseridge.ca Tigh-Na-Mara Seaside Spa Resort 1155 Resort Dr, Parksville V9P 2E5 Robin Smith .........p: 250-248-2072 f: 250-248-4140 e: robin.smith@tigh-na-mara.com tigh-na-mara.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Parksville Community & Conference Centre 132 Jensen Ave E Box 1125, Parksville V9P 2H2 ...............p: 250-248-6234 f: 250-248-8634 e: info@parksvillecentre.com parksvillecentre.ca

Pender Island Resorts/Retreats Poets Cove Resort & Spa 9801 Spalding Rd, Pender Island V0N 2M3 Annette Cyr .........p: 250-629-2100 f: 250-629-2105 e: sales@poetscove.com poetscove.com

Port Alberni Hotels and Motels Ocean Marina Hotel 4850 Beaver Creek Rd, Port Alberni V9Y 7C8 ...............p: 250-724-2900 f: 250-724-2924 e: info@oceanmarinahotel.ca oceanmarinahotel.ca

Port McNeill Resorts/Retreats Nimmo Bay Wilderness Resort Ltd 1978 Broughton Blvd Box 696, Port McNeill V0N 2R0 Georgia Murray ...p: 800-837-4354 f: 250-956-2000 e: heli@nimmobay.com nimmobay.com

Qualicum Beach Golf Courses & Country Clubs Arrowsmith Golf & Country Club 2250 Fowler Rd, Qualicum Beach V9K 2A5 Patrick Jiggins .....p: 250-752-9727 f: 250-752-6602 e: playpar@golfarrowsmith.com golfarrowsmith.com Hotels and Motels Qualicum Beach Inn 2690 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach V9K 1G8 ...............p: 250-752-6914 f: 250-752-6910 e: info@qualicumbeachinn.com qualicumbeachinn.com Meeting Planners Lewis & Sears Marketing & Event Management 610 Eagle Crest Dr, Qualicum Beach V9K 1E4 Wendy Sears ..................................p: 866-594-3243 e: info@lewissears.com lewissears.com Resorts/Retreats Qualicum Beach Inn 2690 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach V9K 1G8 ...............p: 250-752-6914 f: 250-752-6910 e: info@qualicumbeachinn.com qualicumbeachinn.com Sea Flame Beach Resort 6383 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach V9K 2E5 Lynn Robillard.................................p: 250-757-8411 e: seaflameresort@shaw.ca seaflameresort.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Qualicum Beach Inn 2690 Island Hwy W, Qualicum Beach V9K 1G8 ...............p: 250-752-6914 f: 250-752-6910 e: info@qualicumbeachinn.com qualicumbeachinn.com

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Quathiaski Cove Resorts/Retreats Tsa-Kwa-Luten Lodge 1 Lighthouse Rd PO Box 460, Quathiaski Cove V0P 1N0 Helen Chickite .....p: 250-830-2299 f: 250-285-2532 e: helenchickite@capemudgeresort.bc.ca capemudgeresort.com

Sooke Floral Design and Plants Sooke Flower House 6626 Sooke Rd, Sooke V9Z 0A4 Kelly Keys ............p: 250-642-2422 f: 250-642-6820 e: flowerhouse@sookehomehardware.com sookeflowerhouse.ca Resorts/Retreats Ocean Wilderness Inn 9171 West Coast Rd, Sooke V9Z 1G3 ..........................................p: 250-646-2116 e: stay@oceanwildernessinn.com oceanwildernessinn.com Prestige Oceanfront Resort 6929 West Coast Rd, Sooke V9Z 0V1 ...............p: 250-642-0805 f: 250-642-0670 e: sookeconventions@prestigehotels.ca prestigehotelsandresorts.com Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor Sooke Region Museum & Visitors Centre 2070 Phillips Rd, Sooke V9Z 0Y3 Lee Boyko ............p: 250-642-6351 f: 250-642-7089 e: info@sookeregionmuseum.com sookeregionmuseum.com

Tofino Resorts/Retreats Long Beach Lodge Resort 1441 Pacific Rim Hwy PO Box 897, Tofino V0R 2Z0 Samantha Hackett..........................p: 250-725-2442 f: 250-725-2402 e: sam@longbeachlodgeresort.com longbeachlodgeresort.com Pacific Sands Beach Resort 1421 Pacific Rim Hwy Box 237, Tofino V0R 2Z0 Jasmin San Diego ..........................p: 250-725-3322 f: 250-725-3155 e: info@pacificsands.com pacificsands.com Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor Tofino Botanical Gardens & Ecolodge 1084 Pacific Rim Hwy Box 886, Tofino V0R 2Z0 Kelby Holmes .................................p: 250-725-1220 e: groups@tbgf.org tbgf.org

Ucluelet Resorts/Retreats Black Rock Oceanfront Resort 596 Marine Dr PO Box 310, Ucluelet V0R 3A0 ...............p: 250-726-4807 f: 250-726-2430 e: mboucha@blackrockresort.com blackrockresort.com

Victoria Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce 852 Fort St Suite 100, Victoria V8W 1H8..............p: 250-383-7191 f: 250-385-3552 e: chamber@victoriachamber.ca victoriachamber.ca Banquet Facilities Ambrosia Centre on Fisgard 638 Fisgard St, Victoria V8W 1R6 Guy Le Monnier ...p: 250-475-1948 f: 250-475-1928 e: office@ambrosiacatering.ca ambrosiacatering.ca Delta Hotels by Marriott Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort 100 Harbour Rd, Victoria V9A 0G1 Nicole MacKinnon..........................p: 250-360-2999 f: 250-360-5882 e: nicole.mackinnon@deltahotels.com marriott.com/yyjvo

Esquimalt Recreation Centre 527 Fraser St, Victoria V9A 6H6 Chris Millan .........p: 250-412-8525 f: 250-412-8531 e: bookings@esquimalt.ca esquimalt.ca/recreation Sandman Hotel Victoria & Shark Club Bar & Grill 2852 Douglas St, Victoria V8T 4M5 Tania McFadden ..p: 250-388-0788 f: 250-386-5889 e: banquets_victoria@sandman.ca sandmanhotels.ca Caterers Island Gourmet Catering 638 Fisgard St, Victoria V8W 1R6 Guy Le Monnier ..............................p: 250-216-6137 e: islandgourmetcatering@yahoo.ca islandgourmetcatering.com Conference Organizers/Planners/Trade Show Consultants Future Focus Event Management 4708 Mountain Rd, Victoria V9E 2B4 Pamela Lewis .................................p: 250-595-0483 e: infocus@shaw.ca Podium - Conference & Event Specialists 2661 Queenswood Dr, Victoria V8N 1X6 Marischal De Armond ....................p: 250-472-7644 f: 250-472-7664 e: info@podiumconferences.com podiumconferences.com Decor and Design Services Insite Event Design 2038 Byron St, Victoria V8R 1L9 Joanne Fyffe...................................p: 250-813-3334 e: info@insiteeventdesign.com insiteeventdesign.com Destination Management/Marketing

Business Events Victoria Victoria ..................................................................... e: meetings@tourismvictoria.com tourismvictoria.com/meetings Event Planners Brink Events 835 View St Suite 407, Victoria V8W 3W8 Aidan Henry....................................p: 250-882-9691 e: info@brinkevents.ca brinkevents.ca Future Focus Event Management 4708 Mountain Rd, Victoria V9E 2B4 Pamela Lewis .................................p: 250-595-0483 e: infocus@shaw.ca Monica Powell Event Management 2611 Savory Rd, Victoria V9B 5Y4 Monica Powell ...............................p: 250-217-0772 e: monica@monicapowellevents.ca monicapowellevents.ca Golf Courses & Country Clubs Olympic View Golf Club 643 Latoria Rd, Victoria V9C 3A3 ...............p: 250-474-3673 f: 250-474-4001 e: info_olympic@golfbc.com olympicviewgolf.com

Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort & Spa 1999 Country Club Way, Victoria V9B 6R3 Josh Miller .....................................p: 250-391-3704 e: josh.miller@westinbearmountain.com bearmountain.ca Hotels and Motels Accent Inns Victoria 3233 Maple St, Victoria V8X 4Y9 ...............p: 250-475-7500 f: 250-475-7599 e: victoria@accentinns.com accentinns.com Bedford Regency Hotel 1140 Government St, Victoria V8W 1Y2 ..............p: 800-665-6500 f: 250-386-8930 e: marketing@bedfordregency.com bedfordregency.com Chateau Victoria Hotel & Suites 740 Burdett Ave, Victoria V8W 1B2 Joan Zimmer .......p: 800-663-5891 f: 250-380-1950 e: jzimmer@chateauvictoria.com chateauvictoria.com Coast Victoria Hotel & Marina by APA 146 Kingston St, Victoria V8V 1V4 ...............p: 250-360-1211 f: 250-360-1418 e: cateringvictoria@coasthotels.com coasthotels.com Days Inn Victoria Uptown 229 Gorge Rd E, Victoria V9A 1L1 Darryl Wilson ......p: 250-388-6611 f: 250-388-4153 e: gm@daysinnvictoriauptown.com daysinnvictoriauptown.com Delta Hotels by Marriott Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort 100 Harbour Rd, Victoria V9A 0G1 Nicole MacKinnon..........................p: 250-360-2999 f: 250-360-5882 e: nicole.mackinnon@deltahotels.com marriott.com/yyjvo Fairmont Empress 721 Government St, Victoria V8W 1W5 Jeremy Heryet .....p: 250-384-8111 f: 250-381-5959 e: theempress@fairmont.com fairmont.com/empress-victoria Hotel Grand Pacific 463 Belleville St, Victoria V8V 1X3 ...............p: 250-380-4493 f: 250-380-4475 e: kwiltse@hotelgrandpacific.com hotelgrandpacific.com Inn at Laurel Point 680 Montreal St, Victoria V8V 1Z8 Brooke Harris.......p: 250-386-8721 f: 250-386-9547 e: brooke.harris@laurelpoint.com laurelpoint.com

Magnolia Hotel & Spa 623 Courtney St, Victoria V8W 1B8 Ronette Nyhan ....p: 250-381-0999 f: 250-381-0988 e: ronette@magnoliahotel.com magnoliahotel.com Oswego Hotel 500 Oswego St, Victoria V8V 5C1 Kim Knudsen .......p: 250-294-7500 f: 250-294-7509 e: kknudsen@oswegohotelvictoria.com oswegohotelvictoria.com

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Quality Inn Downtown Inner Harbour 850 Blanchard St, Victoria V8W 2H2...........p: 250-385-6787 f: 250-385-5800 e: sales@victoriaqualityinn.com victoriaqualityinn.com Strathcona Hotel 919 Douglas St, Victoria V8W 2C2 Joel Chudleigh .p: 250-220-8582 f: 250-383-6893 e: joel@strathconahotel.com strathconahotel.com Printers/Copiers Denman Print Works 2643 Turner St, Victoria V8T 4T8 Tracy Olson .......p: 250-480-1530 f: 250-480-1795 e: sales@denmanpw.ca denmanpw.ca Regional Convention Spaces Victoria Conference Centre 720 Douglas St, Victoria V8W 3M7 Evelyn O’Connor ..........................p: 250-361-1019 f: 250-361-1099 e: evelyno@victoriaconference.com victoriaconference.com

Resorts/Retreats

Westin Bear Mountain Golf Resort & Spa 1999 Country Club Way, Victoria V9B 6R3 Josh Miller ..................................p: 250-391-3704 e: josh.miller@westinbearmountain.com bearmountain.ca Tourist Attractions - Major SpringTide Whale Watching 1119 Wharf St, Victoria V8W 1T7 Joanne Kukat ...p: 250-384-4444 f: 250-658-0779 e: joanne@springtidecharters.com victoriawhalewatching.com Universities and Colleges University Centre Farquhar Auditorium B103 University Centre Bldg 3800 Finnerty Rd, Victoria V8W 5C2 Ian Case............p: 250-721-7632 f: 250-721-8997 e: iancase@uvic.ca uvic.ca/farquhar

University of Victoria PO Box 1700 Stn CSC, Victoria V8W 2Y2 ......................................p: 250-721-8395 e: bookings@uvic.ca housing.uvic.ca/visitor Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Burnside Gorge Community Association 471 Cecelia Rd, Victoria V8T 4T4 .............p: 250-388-5251 f: 250-388-5269 e: info@burnsidegorge.ca burnsidegorge.ca Butchart Gardens, The 800 Benvenuto Ave, Victoria V8M 1J8 Sarah Barnum...p: 250-652-4422 f: 250-652-3883 e: groupres@butchartgardens.com butchartgardens.com Delta Hotels by Marriott Victoria Ocean Pointe Resort 100 Harbour Rd, Victoria V9A 0G1 Nicole MacKinnon.......................p: 250-360-2999 f: 250-360-5882 e: nicole.mackinnon@deltahotels.com marriott.com/yyjvo Hatley Park National Historic Site 2005 Sooke Rd, Victoria V9B 5Y2 Lorraine Burtoi..p: 250-391-2666 f: 250-391-2620 e: eventrequests@royalroads.ca hatleypark.ca

IMAX Victoria 675 Belleville St, Victoria V8W 1A1 Lea Silver..........p: 250-480-4887 f: 250-480-4830 e: events@imaxvictoria.com imaxvictoria.com Union Club of British Columbia, The 805 Gordon St, Victoria V8W 1Z6 Danielle Scott...p: 250-384-1151 f: 250-384-3538 e: sales@unionclub.com unionclub.com Victoria Conference Centre 720 Douglas St, Victoria V8W 3M7 Evelyn O’Connor ..........................p: 250-361-1019 f: 250-361-1099 e: evelyno@victoriaconference.com victoriaconference.com Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor St Ann’s Academy 835 Humboldt St, Victoria V8W 1N8 ..........p: 250-953-8829 f: 250-953-8823 e: stanns.academy@gov.bc.ca stannsacademy.com

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THOMPSON OKANAGAN

INTERIOR IMPRESSIONS The Thompson Okanagan is the heart of B.C.’s Interior, with dynamic cities, wineries, skiing and superb conference venues FRANK O’BRIEN

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elowna is the biggest city in the Thompson Okanagan region and its population will swell this May as the city hosts the Memorial Cup, a round-robin four-team tournament that decides the champion of the Canadian Hockey League.

The 10-day event will be held May 22-31 at Kelowna’s 6,000seat Prospera Place arena but it is expected that an overflow viewing area with big-screen TVs will be needed to handle all those clamouring for tickets.

Kelowna’s own Western Hockey League team the Kelowna Rockets is the host for the tournament and is one of the four teams entered. The other teams are the champions of the Western Hockey League, the Ontario Hockey League and the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League.

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Fortunately, Kelowna has outstanding hotel facilities, including a new hotel that will be open in time for the tournament. The 140-room Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton opened January 2020 at Kelowna International Airport, which incidentally handles more than two million passengers as the 10th-busiest airport in Canada. Under construction and aiming for a 2021 opening is the 161-room Hyatt Place Kelowna in the downtown.

For those booking conference space, the Delta Hotels by

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Rockets will host and play in the 102nd Memorial Cup, a round-robin four-team tournament that will decide the champion of the Canadian Hockey League In May. •

Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort on the shore of Okanagan Lake in downtown Kelowna boasts 320 rooms and 30,000 square feet of convention space. Its grand ballroom alone can seat more than 1,500 guests. For smaller meetings, the 185-room Coast Capri Hotel has 15,000 square feet of meeting space, and the Royal Anne Hotel near the central law courts has 4,000 square feet of event space that can accommodate up to 140 guests.

The University of British Columbia Okanagan campus is the largest conference facility in the Okanagan, with 77,000 square feet of space located close to the Kelowna airport.

Kamloops, easily reached from Vancouver via the Coquihalla Highway (Highway 5), is the second-largest city in the Thompson-Okanagan and is known as “tournament city” because of its talent at hosting large sporting events.

Here the Kamloops Convention Centre provides 30,000 square feet of meeting space. The Sandman Centre, Kamloops’ prized sport and entertainment complex, has 20,000 square feet of conference space and a capacity for 6,400 guests.

In Penticton, south of Kelowna, the Penticton Lakeside Resort and Conference Centre can greet up to 1,000 guests in style, while the giant Penticton Trade and Convention Centre has 60,000 square feet of space for trade and exhibition events. Close by, the South Okanagan Events Centre has 25,000 square feet of space for groups large and small.

North of Kelowna, the city of Vernon features the Sparking Hills Resort, with 10,000 square feet of meeting space, a tremendous venue for weddings and other intimate gatherings. Vernon’s Predator Ridge Resort, one of several high-quality golf resorts in the region, has banquet space that can seat up to 160 people. On the hills above Vernon, the Silver Star ski resort is a mustvisit getaway and meeting spot in the north Okanagan.

A number of the wineries in the Thompson Okanagan also open their doors to conferences and meetings, some with guest suites. The wine menu includes Quails’ Gate, Hester Creek and Burrowing Owl and, in the Similkameen area, Klippers Organic Acres and Orofino Winery.

For those with a hankering to experience Indigenous history and pride, the Nk’Mip Conference Centre has 9,000 square feet of meeting space outh of Penticton at Osoyoos, where the Spirit Ridge lake resort by Hyatt is equipped with state-of-the art audiovisual equipment as part of its 10,000 square feet of event space in 10 venues.

The Quaaout Lodge & Spa at the 18-hole Talking Rock Golf Resort in Chase on the shore of Little Shuwsap Lake has 4,100 square feet of unique meeting spaces and is ideally situated for social events and an opportunty to experience authentic Indigenous culture. É

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Clearwater Associations/Chambers of Commerce/ Tourist Info Centres Clearwater & District Chamber of Commerce 416 Eden Rd Suite 201, Clearwater V0E 1N1 Anne Krawec ...............................p: 250-674-3530 e: manager@clearwaterbcchamber.com clearwaterbcchamber.com Resorts/Retreats Alpine Meadows Resort 3400 Dunn Lake Rd PO Box 428, Clearwater V0E 1N0 ............p: 250-587-6368 f: 250-587-6361 e: holiday@alpinemeadowsresort.com alpinemeadowsresort.com

Enderby Hotels and Motels Howard Johnson by Wyndham 1510 George St, Enderby V0E 1V0 ............p: 250-838-6825 f: 250-838-6887 wyndhamhotels.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Enderby & District Curling Centre 1605 Kate St, Enderby V0E 1V2 Tanya Carre ......p: 250-838-6702 f: 250-838-6729 e: ecc@enderbycurlingclub.ca enderbycurlingclub.ca

Grand Forks Associations/Chambers of Commerce/ Tourist Info Centres Boundary Country Regional Chamber of Commerce 135 Market Ave PO Box 2979, Grand Forks V0H 1H0 .......................................p: 250-442-7263 e: info@boundarychamber.com boundarychamber.com Banquet Facilities Grand Forks Station Pub & Columbia Grill 7654 Donaldson Dr, Grand Forks V0H 1H2 ............p: 250-442-5855 f: 250-442-8332 e: thestationpub@shaw.ca grandforksstationpub.com Tourist Attractions - Major Boundary Museum and Interpretive Centre 6145 Reservoir Rd, Grand Forks V0H 1H5 .......................................p: 250-442-3737 e: boundarymuse@shaw.ca boundarymuseum.com

Greenwood Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor Greenwood Museum & Visitor Centre 214 Copper Ave S Box 399, Greenwood V0H 1J0 Doreen MacLean ..................... p: 250-445-6355 f: 250-445-6355 e: museum@shaw.ca greenwoodmuseum.com

Kamloops Equipment and Supply Rentals Rogers Rental Tools Tents and Events 1619 Valleyview Dr, Kamloops V2C 4B4 Teresa Maier ....p: 250-374-4321 f: 250-374-4384 e: info@rogersrental.com rogersrental.com Golf Courses & Country Clubs Kamloops Golf & Country Club 2960 Tranquille Rd Suite 16, Kamloops V2B 8B6 .......................................p: 250-376-8020 e: events@kamloopsgolfclub.com kamloopsgolfclub.com Hotels and Motels Accent Inns Kamloops 1325 Columbia St W, Kamloops V2C 6P4 ............p: 250-374-8877 f: 250-372-0507 e: kamloops@accentinns.com accentinns.com Best Western Plus Kamloops 660 Columbia St W, Kamloops V2C 1L1 .............p: 250-374-7878 f: 250-374-7871 e: info@bestwesternkamloops.com bestwestern.com

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Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre 1250 Rogers Way, Kamloops V1S 1N5 Robyn Twerdochlib ......................p: 250-828-6660 f: 250-828-6698 e: r.twerdochlib@coasthotels.com coastkamloopshotel.com Comfort Inn & Suites 1810 Rogers Pl, Kamloops V1S 1T7 ............p: 250-372-0987 f: 250-372-0967 e: info@comfortinnkamloops.com comfortinnkamloops.com Delta Hotel by Marriott Kamloops 540 Victoria St, Kamloops V2C 2B2 David Deol ........p: 778-471-8031 f: 250-372-1125 e: ddeol@deltakamloops.com marriott.com DoubleTree by Hilton Kamloops 339 St Paul St, Kamloops V2C 2J5 ............p: 250-851-0026 f: 250-851-0027 e: kamloopsdoubletree@gmail.com kamloops.doubletree.com Four Points by Sheraton 1175 Rogers Way, Kamloops V1S 1R5 ............p: 250-374-4144 f: 250-374-0449 e: sales@fourpointskamloops.com fourpointskamloops.com Hampton Inn by Hilton Kamloops 1245 Rogers Way, Kamloops V1S 1R9 ............p: 866-571-7897 f: 250-571-7896 e: kambc_hampton@hilton.com hamptoninn3.hilton.com Holiday Inn & Suites Kamloops 675 Tranquille Rd, Kamloops V2B 3J1 ............p: 250-376-8288 f: 250-376-8293 e: reservations@hiskamloops.com ihg.com Holiday Inn Express Kamloops 1550 Versatile Dr, Kamloops V1S 1X4 ............p: 250-372-3474 f: 250-372-1585 e: info@hiekamloops.com hiekamloops.com Pacific Inn & Suites 1820 Rogers Pl, Kamloops V1S 1T7 ............p: 250-372-0952 f: 250-372-0988 e: desk@pacificinnkamloops.com pacificinnkamloops.com Panorama Inn & Suites 610 Columbia St W, Kamloops V2C 1L1 ........................................p: 250-374-1515 e: info@panoramainn.ca panoramainn.ca Plaza Hotel, The 405 Victoria St, Kamloops V2C 2A9 ............p: 250-377-8075 f: 250-377-8076 theplazahotel.ca Ramada Kamloops 555 Columbia St W, Kamloops V2C 1K7 ............p: 250-374-0358 f: 250-374-0691 e: sales@ramadakamloops.com ramadakamloops.com Sandman Inn & Suites Kamloops 550 Columbia St, Kamloops V2C 1V1 ............p: 250-374-1218 f: 250-314-0705 e: gm_kamloops@sandman.com sandmanhotels.com Sandman Signature Kamloops Hotel 225 Lorne St, Kamloops V2C 1W2 ......................................p: 250-852-6706 e: banquets_signaturekamloops@sandman.ca sandmanhotels.com South Thompson Inn & Conference Centre 3438 Shuswap Rd, Kamloops V2H 1T2 ............p: 250-573-3777 f: 250-573-2853 e: sales@stigr.com stigr.com Thompson Hotel & Conference Centre 650 Victoria St, Kamloops V2C 2B4 ............p: 250-374-1999 f: 250-374-9997 e: sales@thompsonhotel.ca thompsonhotel.ca Wingate by Wyndham Kamloops 1180 Rogers Way, Kamloops V1S 1N5 ............p: 778-731-0376 f: 778-471-7707 e: desk@wingatekamloops.com wyndhamhotels.com

Resorts/Retreats Vidette Lake Nature Retreat 230-1210 Summit Dr Suite 177, Kamloops V2C 6M1 Raymond Stad .............................p: 778-765-5407 e: videttenatureretreat@gmail.com videttelake.com Restaurants Passek’s Classic Cafe & Catering 120 3rd Ave, Kamloops V2C 3M2 Harry & Susan Passek .................p: 250-314-1114 e: passeksclassics@shaw.ca passeksclassics.ca Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Cascades Casino Kamloops 1555 Versatile Dr, Kamloops V1S 1W7 ...........p: 250-372-3336 f: 250-372-1252 e: generalinfo@cascadescasinokamloops.com cascadescasinokamloops.com Centrepoint Kamloops 500 Victoria St, Kamloops V2C 2B2 Bonnie Pigeon .............................p: 778-471-8199 e: bpigeon@centrepointbc.ca centrepointbc.ca

Kelowna Associations/Chambers of Commerce/ Tourist Info Centres Tourism Kelowna 1635 Abbott St Suite 202, Kelowna V1Y 1A9 .......................................p: 250-861-1515 e: info@tourismkelowna.com tourismkelowna.com Entertainment Services OK Corral Cabaret 1978 Kirschner Rd, Kelowna V1Y 4N6 Andy Bowie .................................p: 250-859-2639 e: contact@okcorralcabaret.ca okcorralcabaret.ca Golf Courses & Country Clubs Gallagher’s Canyon Golf Club 4320 Gallaghers Dr W, Kelowna V1W 3Z9 ...........p: 250-861-4240 f: 250-861-1852 e: gallaghersevents@golfbc.com gallagherscanyon.com Okanagan Golf Club (Bear & Quail) 3200 Via Centrale, Kelowna V1V 2A4 Nicole Oaten ....p: 250-765-5955 f: 250-765-5910 e: info_okanagan@golfbc.com okanagangolfclub.com Hotels and Motels Accent Inns Kelowna 1140 Harvey Ave, Kelowna V1Y 6E7 ............p: 250-862-8888 f: 250-862-8884 e: kelowna@accentinns.com accentinns.com Coast Capri Hotel 1171 Harvey Ave, Kelowna V1Y 6E8 ............p: 250-860-6060 f: 250-762-3430 e: d.wetherill@coastcaprihotel.com coastcaprihotel.com Four Points by Sheraton Kelowna Airport 5505 Airport Way, Kelowna V1V 3C3 ............p: 855-900-5505 f: 250-807-7420 e: info@fourpointskelowna.com fourpointskelowna.com Hotel Eldorado 500 Cook Rd, Kelowna V1W 3G9...........p: 866-608-7500 f: 250-861-4779 e: info@eldoradokelowna.com hoteleldoradokelowna.com Kanata Kelowna Hotel & Conference Centre 2429 Hwy 97 N, Kelowna V1X 4J2 Rick Andre ........p: 250-763-0500 f: 250-763-7555 e: kelownaoperations@kanatainns.com kanatainns.com Ramada Hotel & Conference Centre Kelowna 2170 Harvey Ave, Kelowna V1Y 6G8 ............p: 250-860-9711 f: 250-860-3173 e: ramadalodge@rpbhotels.com ramadalodgehotelkelowna.com

Royal Anne Hotel 348 Bernard Ave, Kelowna V1Y 6N5 Christa Park ......p: 250-763-2277 f: 250-763-2636 e: guestservices@royalannehotel.com royalannehotel.com Sandman Hotel & Suites Kelowna 2130 Harvey Ave, Kelowna V1Y 6G8 ............p: 250-980-3153 f: 250-860-7377 e: sales_kelowna@sandman.ca sandmanhotels.com UBC Okanagan Campus 1290 International Mews, Kelowna V1V 1V8 ............p: 250-807-9804 f: 250-807-9157 e: conferences.ubco@ubc.ca stayatubc.ca Resorts/Retreats Big White Ski Resort Ltd 5315 Big White Rd, Kelowna V1P 1P3 .............p: 250-765-3101 f: 250-491-6122 e: mballingall@bigwhite.com bigwhite.com Delta Hotels by Marriott Grand Okanagan Resort 1310 Water St, Kelowna V1Y 9P3 ............p: 250-763-4500 f: 250-868-5605 marriott.com Manteo Resort Waterfront Hotel & Villas 3762 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna V1W 3L4 ...........p: 250-979-4531 f: 250-860-5852 manteo.com Translation Services/Interpreters EVA Office 969 Harvey Ave Suite 306, Kelowna V1Y 8M8 Elke Taylor ...................................p: 250-762-5820 e: info@evaoffice.com evaoffice.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Best Western Plus Kelowna Hotel & Suites 2402 Hwy 97 N, Kelowna V1X 4J1 ............p: 250-860-1212 f: 250-860-0675 e: events@bwkelowna.com bestwesternkelownahotel.com House of Rose Winery 2270 Garner Rd, Kelowna V1P 1E2 Aura Rose ....................................p: 250-765-0802 e: info@houseofrose.ca houseofrose.ca UBC Okanagan Campus 1290 International Mews, Kelowna V1V 1V8 ............p: 250-807-9804 f: 250-807-9157 e: conferences.ubco@ubc.ca stayatubc.ca Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor CedarCreek Estate Winery 5445 Lakeshore Rd, Kelowna V1W 4S5 ...........p: 778-738-1020 f: 250-764-2603 e: events@cedarcreek.bc.ca cedarcreek.bc.ca Summerhill Pyramid Winery 4870 Chute Lake Rd, Kelowna V1W 4M3 Nicole Martinez.......................... p: 250-764-8000 f: 250-764-2598 e: nicole@summerhill.bc.ca summerhill.bc.ca

Merritt Associations/Chambers of Commerce/ Tourist Info Centres Merritt & District Chamber of Commerce 2185 Voght St, Merritt V1K 1B8 Meagan Preston ..........................p: 250-378-5634 e: manager@merrittchamber.com merrittchamber.com Hotels and Motels Comfort Inn & Suites 3713 Dewolf Way, Merritt V1K 1A3 .......................................p: 250-315-0237 e: info@comfortinnmerritt.ca comfortinnmerritt.ca Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Merritt Civic Centre 1950 Mamette Ave PO Box 189, Merritt V1K 1B8 Jaime Etchart ..............................p: 250-315-1050 e: jetchart@merritt.ca merritt.ca

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Naramata Resorts/Retreats Naramata Heritage Inn & Spa 3625 1st St Box 130, Naramata V0H 1N0 Colleen Gunther ..........................p: 778-514-5444 e: innkeeper@naramatainn.com naramatainn.com

Oliver Associations/Chambers of Commerce/ Tourist Info Centres South Okanagan Chamber of Commerce PO Box 1414, Oliver V0H 1T0 ............p: 866-498-6321 f: 250-498-3156 e: manager@sochamber.ca sochamber.ca Golf Courses & Country Clubs Fairview Mountain Golf Club 933 Old Golf Course Rd, Oliver V0H 1T1 ............p: 250-498-6050 f: 250-498-6077 e: proshop@fairviewmountain.com fairviewmountain.com Hotels and Motels Coast Oliver Hotel 6273 Station St, Oliver V0H 1T0 ............p: 250-498-0251 f: 250-498-0283 coasthotels.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Burrowing Owl Estate Winery 500 Burrowing Owl Pl RR1 Site 52 Comp 20, Oliver V0H 1T1 Midge Wyse ................................p: 877-498-0620 e: info@burrowingowlwine.ca burrowingowlwine.ca Frank Venables Theatre 6100 Gala St PO Box 1680, Oliver V0H 1T0 Leah Foreman ..............................p: 250-498-1626 e: manager@venablestheatre.ca venablestheatre.ca

Osoyoos Golf Courses & Country Clubs Osoyoos Golf Club 12300 Golf Course Dr, Osoyoos V0H 1V4 Audrey McCulloch .......................p: 250-495-7003 f: 250-495-3234 e: info@golfosoyoos.com golfosoyoos.com Hotels and Motels Best Western Plus Sunrise Inn 5506 Main St, Osoyoos V0H 1V0 ............p: 250-495-4000 f: 250-495-4001 e: info@bestwesternosoyoos.com bestwesternosoyoos.com Holiday Inn & Suites 7906 Main St Box 1019, Osoyoos V0H 1V0 ............p: 250-495-7223 f: 250-495-6899 e: vincent@pallasgroup.net hiosoyoos.com Resorts/Retreats Destination Osoyoos 9912 BC-3 P.O. Box 500, Osoyoos V0H 1V0 Jackie Frederick ......................... p: 250-495-5070 e: j.frederick@destinationosoyoos.com destinationosoyoos.com Spirit Ridge Resort - Unbound Collection

by Hyatt 1200 Rancher Creek Rd, Osoyoos V0H 1V0 Shantell Paisley.......................... p: 250-495-5445 f: 250-495-5447 e: shantell.paisley@hyatt.com spiritridge.hyatt.com Watermark Beach Resort 15 Park Pl PO Box 700, Osoyoos V0H 1V0 Daniel Mason ...p: 250-495-5500 f: 250-495-5501 e: sales@watermarkbeachresort.com watermarkbeachresort.com

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Restaurants Campo Marina Cafe & Restaurant 5907 Main St, Osoyoos V0H 1V0 ............p: 250-495-7650 f: 250-495-7614 campomarina.com

Penticton Associations/Chambers of Commerce/ Tourist Info Centres Travel Penticton 888 Westminster Ave W Suite 120, Penticton V2A 8S2 Jo Charnock.................................p: 250-276-2170 e: info@visitpenticton.com visitpenticton.com Equipment and Supply Rentals Westminster Party & Tent Rentals Ltd 357 Okanagan Ave E, Penticton V2A 9G1 ............p: 250-492-8115 f: 250-492-3842 e: party@telus.net westminsterparty.com Golf Courses & Country Clubs Penticton Golf & Country Club 600 Comox St PO Box 158, Penticton V2A 6K3 Guy Dow ...........p: 250-492-5626 f: 250-492-8823 e: guy@pentictongolf.ca pentictongolf.ca Hotels and Motels Days Inn & Conference Centre Penticton 152 Riverside Dr, Penticton V2A 5Y4 ............p: 250-493-6616 f: 250-493-6615 e: daysinnpentictoncatering@gmail.com daysinnpenticton.ca Ramada by Wyndham Penticton Hotel & Suites 1050 Eckhardt Ave W, Penticton V2A 2C3 ............p: 250-492-8926 f: 250-492-2778 e: stay@pentictonramada.com pentictonramada.com Sandman Hotel Penticton 939 Burnaby Ave W, Penticton V2A 1G7 Rhonda Schappert .......................p: 250-493-7151 f: 250-493-3767 e: banquets_penticton@sandman.ca sandmanhotels.ca Resorts/Retreats God’s Mountain Estate 4898 Lakeside Rd, Penticton V2A 8W4 Sarah Allen.......p: 250-490-4800 f: 250-490-4800 e: godsmountain@shaw.ca godsmountain.com Penticton Lakeside Resort & Conference Centre 21 Lakeshore Dr W, Penticton V2A 7M5 Yannick Janssens ........................p: 250-493-9777 f: 250-493-0607 e: yannick@rpbhotels.com pentictonlakesideresort.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Penticton Trade & Convention Centre 273 Power St, Penticton V2A 7K9 Mary Richards ..p: 250-490-2341 f: 250-490-2467 e: mary.richards@penticton.ca pentictonconventioncentre.com South Okanagan Events Centre 853 Eckhardt Ave W, Penticton V2A 9C4 .......................................p: 250-490-2460 e: soec-guestservices@penticton.ca soec.ca Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor SS Sicamous Stern Wheeler and Heritage Park 1099 Lakeshore Dr W, Penticton V2A 1B7 .......................................p: 250-492-0403 e: info@sssicamous.ca sssicamous.ca

Salmon Arm Hotels and Motels Comfort Inn & Suites Salmon Arm 1090 22 St NE, Salmon Arm V1E 2V5 Jill Power .........p: 250-832-7711 f: 250-833-0340 e: cisa@shaw.ca comfortinnsalmonarm.com Hilltop Inn 1460 Trans-Canada Hwy NE, Salmon Arm V1E 4N1 ............p: 888-668-4180 f: 250-832-0961 e: frontdesk@hilltopcanada.com hilltopinn.ca Resorts/Retreats Prestige Harbourfront Resort Salmon Arm 251 Harbourfront Dr NE, Salmon Arm V1E 2W7 ...........p: 250-833-5800 f: 250-833-5858 e: salmonarm@prestigehotels.ca prestigehotelsandresorts.com

Silver Star Mountain Resorts/Retreats Silver Star Mountain Resort 123 Shortt St PO Box 3002, Silver Star Mountain V1B 3M1 ...........p: 250-558-6043 f: 250-558-6090 e: groups@skisilverstar.com skisilverstar.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Vance Creek Hotel & Conference Centre PO Box 3003, Silver Star Mountain V1B 3M1 Christina Murray .........................p: 250-309-1110 f: 250-549-5177 e: christina@vancecreekhotel.com vancecreekhotel.com

Summerland Resorts/Retreats Summerland Waterfront Resort and Spa 13011 Lakeshore Dr S, Summerland V0H 1Z1 Lisa Jaager .......p: 250-494-8180 f: 250-494-8190 e: sales@summerlandresorthotel.com summerlandresorthotel.com

Hotels and Motels Best Western Pacific Inn 4790 34 St, Vernon V1T 5Y9 ............p: 250-558-1800 f: 250-558-1825 e: info@bestwesternvernon.com pacificinnvernon.com Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Vernon 5300 Anderson Way, Vernon V1T 9V2 ............p: 250-260-7829 f: 250-260-7830 marriott.com/yvefi Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 4716 34 St, Vernon V1T 5Y9 ............p: 250-550-7777 f: 250-260-7728 e: info@vernonexpress.com vernonexpress.com Prestige Vernon Lodge and Conference Centre 3914 32 St, Vernon V1T 5P1 .............p: 250-545-3385 f: 250-545-7156 e: vernonlodge@prestigehotels.ca prestigehotelsandresorts.com Sandman Inn & Suites Vernon 4201 32 St, Vernon V1T 5P3 .............p: 250-542-4325 f: 250-542-8379 e: gm_vernon@sandman.ca sandmanhotels.ca Resorts/Retreats Predator Ridge Resort 301 Village Centre Place, Vernon V1H 1T2 Rod Cochrane ...p: 888-578-6688 f: 250-503-3411 e: groups@predatorridge.com predatorridge.com Prestige Hotel Vernon 4411 32 St, Vernon V1T 9G8 ............p: 250-558-5991 f: 250-558-5996 e: phvconferences@prestigehotels.ca prestigehotelsandresorts.com Sparkling Hill Resort & Wellness Spa 888 Sparkling Pl, Vernon V1H 2K7 Janna Maderyc p: 250-541-2175 f: 250-275-1610 e: sales@sparklinghill.com sparklinghill.com

Sun Peaks

West Kelowna

Hotels and Motels Hearthstone Lodge 3170 Creekside Way, Sun Peaks V0E 5N0 ............p: 800-811-4588 f: 250-578-8527 e: gm@hearthstoneresort.com hearthstoneresorthotel.com Nancy Greene’s Cahilty Lodge 3220 Village Way, Sun Peaks V0E 5N0 John Douglas ...p: 250-578-7454 f: 250-578-7451 e: gm@cahiltyhotel cahiltylodge.com Sun Peaks Grand Hotel and Conference Centre 3240 Village Way, Sun Peaks V0E 5N0 Michael Macleod ........................p: 250-578-6011 e: mmacleod@sunpeaksgrand.com sunpeaksgrand.com

Hotels and Motels Holiday Inn West Kelowna 2569 Dobbin Rd, West Kelowna V4T 2J6 Lynnette Peter ..p: 250-768-8879 f: 250-768-8891 e: salescatering@holidayinnwestkelowna.com holidayinnwestkelowna.com Super 8 by Wyndham West Kelowna 1655 Westgate Rd, West Kelowna V1Z 3P1 .............p: 250-769-2355 f: 250-769-2370 e: gm@super8westkelowna.com wyndhamhotels.com Resorts/Retreats Cove Lakeside Resort, The 4205 Gellatly Rd, West Kelowna V4T 2K2 Leasa Kennedy .p: 250-707-1800 f: 250-707-1809 e: sales@thecovekelowna.com covelakeside.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Mission Hill Family Estate 1730 Mission Hill Rd, West Kelowna V4T 2E4 Heather Robinson........................p: 250-768-6461 f: 250-768-2267 e: catering@missionhillwinery.com missionhillwinery.com Quails’ Gate Winery 3303 Boucherie Rd, West Kelowna V1Z 2H3 Stella Brown.....p: 250-769-4451 f: 250-769-3451 e: info@quailsgate.com quailsgate.com

Vernon Associations/Chambers of Commerce/ Tourist Info Centres Tourism Vernon 3004 39 Ave, Vernon V1T 3C3 ............p: 800-665-0795 f: 250-275-0114 e: info@tourismvernon.com tourismvernon.com Golf Courses & Country Clubs Vernon Golf & Country Club 800 Kalamalka Lake Rd, Vernon V1T 6V2 Julie Knobloch..p: 250-542-0151 f: 250-542-5468 e: jknobloch@vernongolf.com vernongolf.com

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Red Deer

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Thompson Okanagan

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Banff National Park

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Parson jp

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Revelstoke

Malakwa

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Yoho National Park

Golden

Glacier National Mount Park Canyon Revelstoke Hot Springs National Park

Kootenay Rockies

8

Mount Assiniboine Park

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Beaton Radium Hot Springs Invermere Panorama

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Meadow Creek

Needles Fauquier

Valhalla Park Slocan

Canal Flats jn

Elkford

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New Denver Silverton Kaslo Kokanee Glacier Park

Skookumchuck

Sparwood Kimberley Fort Steele

Wycliffe

Gray Creek

CRANBROOK

Boswell

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6 dn

Gladstone Park Grand Forks

Christina Lake

Castlegar cm Rossland

Fruitvale Montrose

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Fernie

Jaffray

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Purcell Wilderness Conservancy

6

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Windermere Fairmont Hot Springs

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RUGGED BEAUTY

Southeastern B.C. combines breathtaking vistas and a rich variety of venues

PETER MITHAM

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ritish Columbia’s Kootenay Rockies may be the province’s best-kept secret when it comes to meeting places.

With spectacular alpine vistas and roads through some of the province’s highest mountain passes, the region maintains a distinct local identity. Situated east of the Okanagan and straddling the Continental Divide, the Kootenay Rockies makes up for a lack of bigcity pretensions with small-town charm.

The popular St. Eugene Golf Resort and Casino, run by the Ktunaxa people, recently saw its 4,000 square feet of meeting space and 125

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rooms refurbished. It has also launched programs to help corporate groups engage with Indigenous culture as part of its ongoing work to foster reconciliation in what was formerly a residential school.

The distinctive peak of Mount Fisher dominates the skyline from here to Kimberley, an alpine village home to the seven-year-old Kimberley Conference and Athlete Training Centre. The largest meeting place in the East

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The Kimberley Conference and Athlete Training Centre is a striking venue that can host groups of up to 500 people • PETER MITHAM

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Kootenays, its main ballroom is built into the hillside. It seats up to 500 people while four breakout rooms host smaller groups for seminars and discussions.

Kimberley is also home to Kimberley Alpine Resort, part of the so-called Powder Highway that connects eight ski hills throughout the region, from Golden to Rossland. Groups that want to combine power meetings with skiing or team-building on the slopes will find plenty of options.

Among the newest venues is the expanded Sutton Place Hotel in Revelstoke with 10,000 square feet of meeting space, up from a current capacity of just 40 people. It eclipses the city’s largest existing facility, Revelstoke Mountain Resort, which offers 5,000 square feet of meeting space. Smaller venues include the stylish Stoke Hotel, which reinvents an older property on the edge of downtown.

Also new to the region is the Josie Hotel at Red Mountain Resort in Rossland. The Josie includes a 1,500-square-foot indoor ballroom seating 88 as well as a 2,500-square-foot outdoor terrace seating 112. This complements the three rooms ranging from 1,200 square feet to 3,000 square feet in the resort’s day lodge, and its expanded 4,500-square-foot deck.

The old favourites haven’t lost their appeal, either, with Panorama Mountain Resort offering spaces from 14-person boardrooms to 500-person tents for corporate events and weddings.

The easternmost stop on the Powder Highway is Fernie Alpine Resort, which together with Fernie Golf & Country Club offers meeting space for guests just three hours from Calgary.

The historic downtown abounds with attractions, while the surrounding slopes provide opportunities for hiking, biking and, of course, skiing.

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Canada and a namesake resort offering 10,750 square feet of meeting space accommodating up to 300 people. Meanwhile, Radium Hot Springs to the north can accommodate conferences and banquets for up to 150 people at Bighorn Meadows Resort.

Between the two lies Columbia Valley Centre in Invermere, a 17,000-square-foot facility with a 7,000-square-foot hall that can be configured five ways. It’s capable of hosting 500-person banquets among other events.

Those seeking a reflective getaway will find it at the Sentinel, a wellness retreat centre that bills itself as “a mindful world beyond conventions.” Yasodhara Ashram, a yoga retreat and study centre near Crawford Bay, is another getaway that allows groups to tune out the noise and tune into nature.

Groups with a penchant for up-close-and-personal experiences with the natural world will enjoy Northern Lights Wildlife Wolf Centre near Golden, where guided groups of four can walk the wilds with a timber wolf. A herd of bison and rustic accommodation for small groups can be found nearby at Rocky Mountain Buffalo Ranch.

Selkirk College and the Kootenay School of the Arts in Nelson has a residence and conference facilities for up to 400 people.

A short distance away in the city’s historic downtown, the recently renovated Capitol and Civic theatres offer reception space for 400 and 300 people, respectively.

The region also boasts countless community halls and arenas.

Elkford Community Conference Centre can host groups of up to 300, while the Castlegar and District Community Complex seats 500. Trail is home to the Cominco Gymnasium, which can accom-modate up to 1,000 people for meetings, as well as the 2,500-seat Cominco Arena. É

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Balfour

Fernie

Resorts/Retreats Kootenay Lakeview Spa Resort & Event Centre 1285 Queen Bay Rd, Balfour V0G 1C0 ...............p: 877-229-4141 f: 250-229-4451 e: reservations@kootenaylakeviewresort.com kootenaylakeviewresort.com

Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Fernie Chamber of Commerce & Business Information 102 Commerce Rd, Fernie V0B 1M5 ..............p: 250-423-6868 f: 250-423-3811 e: info@ferniechamber.com ferniechamber.com Hotels and Motels Best Western Plus Fernie Mountain Lodge 1622 7 Ave PO Box 2680, Fernie V0B 1M0 ..............p: 250-423-5500 f: 250-423-5501 e: sales@bestwesternfernie.com bestwesternfernie.com Park Place Lodge 742 Hwy 3 Box 2560, Fernie V0B 1M0 ..............p: 250-423-6871 f: 250-423-3773 e: sales@parkplacelodge.com parkplacelodge.com Resorts/Retreats Fernie Stanford Resort 100 Riverside Way, Fernie V0B 1M1 ..............p: 250-423-5000 f: 250-423-5065 e: info@ferniestanfordresort.com ferniestanfordresort.com Island Lake Lodge Box 1229 602A 2nd Ave, Fernie V0B 1M0 Mike McPhee ......p: 888-422-8754 f: 250-423-4055 e: mike@islandlakeresorts.com islandlakeresorts.com

Castlegar Golf Courses & Country Clubs Castlegar Golf Club & RV Park 1602 Aaron Rd, Castlegar V1N 4L6 Pat Biln ...........................................p: 250-365-5006 e: pro@golfcastlegar.com golfcastlegar.com Tourist Attractions - Major CPR Station Museum & Gift Gallery/ Zuckerberg Island Heritage Park 400 13 Ave, Castlegar V1N 1G2 .........................................p: 250-365-6440 e: stationmuseum@shaw.ca stationmuseum.ca Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor Doukhobor Discovery Centre 112 Heritage Way, Castlegar V1N 4M5.........................................p: 250-365-5327 e: info@doukhobor-museum.org doukhobor-museum.org

Cranbrook Golf Courses & Country Clubs Mission Hills Golf Course 3320 Theatre Rd, Cranbrook V1C 7B8 ..........................................p: 250-489-3009 e: clubmgr@golfingmissionhills.com golfingmissionhills.ca Hotels and Motels Days Inn & Conference Centre by Wyndham Cranbrook 600 Cranbrook St N, Cranbrook V1C 3R7 ...............p: 250-426-6683 f: 250-426-6608 wyndhamhotels.com Heritage Inn Hotel & Convention Centre 803 Cranbrook St N, Cranbrook V1C 3S2 ...............p: 250-489-4301 f: 250-489-5758 e: catering.cranbrook@heritageinn.net heritageinn.net/locations/cranbrook-bc/home Resorts/Retreats Prestige Rocky Mountain Resort Cranbrook 209 Van Horne St S, Cranbrook V1C 6R9 ...............p: 250-417-0444 f: 250-417-0400 e: cranbrookevents@prestigehotels.ca prestigehotelsandresorts.com St Eugene Golf Resort & Casino 7777 Mission Rd, Cranbrook V1C 7E5 ...............p: 250-420-2022 f: 250-420-2026 e: sales@steugene.ca steugene.ca

Golden Resorts/Retreats Glenogle Mountain Lodge Resort & Spa 913 Oster Rd PO Box 2078, Golden V0A 1H1 ..........................................p: 250-344-7638 e: info@glenoglelodge.com glenoglelodge.com Winston Lodge & Spa 1593 Cache Close PO Box 540, Golden V0A 1H0 Heather Tuck .......p: 250-272-1881 f: 250-344-7275 e: info@winstonlodge.com winstonlodge.com

Invermere Resorts/Retreats Copper Point Resort 760 Cooper Rd, Invermere V0A 1K2 Samantha Gernhart .................... p: 250-341-4000 f: 250-341-4001 e: info@copperpointresort.com copperpointresort.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Columbia Valley Chamber of Commerce 651 Hwy 93/95 PO Box 1019, Invermere V0A 1K0 ...............p: 250-342-2844 f: 250-342-3261 e: executivedirector@cvchamber.ca cvchamber.ca

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Kaslo

Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Kootenay Lake Chamber of Commerce PO Box 120, Crawford Bay V0B 1E0 ...............p: 250-227-9466 f: 250-227-9535 e: info@kootenaylake.bc.ca kootenaylake.bc.ca

Resorts/Retreats Johnson’s Landing Retreat Centre 2240 Kootenay Joe Rd, Kaslo V0G 1M0 Richard Ortega ...............................p: 250-366-4402 e: info@johnsonslandingretreat.bc.ca johnsonslandingretreat.bc.ca Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Langham Cultural Society Centre PO Box 1000 447A Ave, Kaslo V0G 1M0 Paul Grace-Campbell......................p: 250-353-2661 e: langham@netidea.com thelangham.ca

Creston Hotels and Motels Downtowner Motor Inn 1218 Canyon St PO Box 490, Creston V0B 1G0 Rob McDougall....p: 250-428-2238 f: 250-428-9974 e: downtown@kootenay.com downtownercreston.com Ramada Creston 1809 3A Hwy, Creston V0B 1G8 Mary Angus ....................................p: 250-254-1111 ramadacreston.com

Elkford Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Elkford Community Conference Centre 750 Fording Dr, Elkford V0B 1H0 ..........................................p: 250-865-4010 e: recreation@elkford.ca elkford.ca

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Kimberley Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Tourism Kimberley - Vistor Centre 270 Kimberley Ave, Kimberley V1A 0A3 ..........................................p: 778-481-1891 e: info@tourismkimberley.com tourismkimberley.com Hotels and Motels Inn West/Kirkwood Inn 840 North Star Dr PO Box 247, Kimberley V1A 2Y6 ..........................................p: 250-427-7616 e: inn@shaw.ca innwestkirkwood.com

Resorts/Retreats Trickle Creek Lodge 500 Stemwinder Dr PO Box 220, Kimberley V1A 3E8 ..........................................p: 250-427-5175 e: information@tricklecreeklodge.com tricklecreeklodge.com

Nakusp Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Nakusp & District Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Centre 92 6th Ave NW PO Box 387, Nakusp V0G 1R0 Cedra Eichenauer p: 250-265-4234 f: 250-265-3808 e: nakusp@telus.net nakusparrowlakes.com

Nelson Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Nelson and District Chamber of Commerce 91 Baker St, Nelson V1L 4G8 Tom Thomson ......p: 250-352-3433 f: 250-352-6355 e: tom@discovernelson.com discovernelson.com Bus Services Queen City Shuttle & Charters PO Box 145, Nelson V1L 5P7 Alain Chiasson ....p: 250-352-9829 f: 250-354-4420 e: info@kootenayshuttle.com kootenayshuttle.com Hotels and Motels Best Western Plus Baker Street Inn 153 Baker St, Nelson V1L 4H1 ...............p: 250-352-3525 f: 250-352-2995 e: strainor@bwbakerstreetinn.com bwbakerstreetinn.com Hume Hotel & Spa 422 Vernon St, Nelson V1L 4E5 ................p: 250-352-5331 f: 250-352-5214 e: info@humehotel.com humehotel.com Resorts/Retreats Prestige Lakeside Resort Nelson 701 Lakeside Dr, Nelson V1L 6G3 ...............p: 250-352-7222 f: 250-352-3966 e: plrconventions@prestigehotels.ca prestigehotelsandresorts.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Savoy Hotel 198 Baker St, Nelson V1L 4H2 ..........................................p: 778-463-0050 e: sales@savoyhotel.ca savoyhotel.ca

Panorama Resorts/Retreats Panorama Mountain Resort 2000 Panorama Dr Bag 7000, Panorama V0A 1T0 Jennifer Moss ................................p: 250-341-3033 e: clarissa.amaro@panoramaresort.com panoramaresort.com

Radium Hot Springs Equipment and Supply Rentals MB7 Tent & Party Rentals PO Box 216, Radium Hot Springs V0A 1M0 Monika Bernhardt ..........................p: 250-347-9238 e: mb7@tentandpartyrentals.ca tentandpartyrentals.ca Resorts/Retreats Bighorn Meadows Resort 10 Bighorn Blvd, Radium Hot Springs V0A 1M0 Katie Wallace......p: 877-344-2323 f: 250-347-2311 e: reservations@bighornmeadows.com bighornmeadows.com

Banquet Facilities Revelstoke Community & Aquatic Centre 600 Campbell Ave City of Revelstoke, Revelstoke V0E 2S0 Meghan MacIsaac ..................... p: 250-837-9351 f: 250-837-9355 e: prc@revelstoke.ca revelstoke.ca Hotels and Motels Coast Hillcrest Hotel 2100 Oak Dr PO Box 1979, Revelstoke V0E 2S0 Norman Langlois .p: 250-837-3322 f: 250-837-3340 e: info@hillcresthotel.com hillcresthotel.com Explorers Society Hotel 111 1st St W Box 950, Revelstoke V0E 2S0 ..........................................p: 250-814-2565 e: hello@explorers-society.com explorers-society.com Powder Springs Inn 200 3rd St PO Box 530, Revelstoke V0E 2S0 ...............p: 250-837-5151 f: 250-837-5111 e: powdersprings@revelstoke.net powdersprings.ca Regent Hotel 112 1st St E Box 582, Revelstoke V0E 2S0 Brady Beruschi ....p: 250-837-2107 f: 250-837-9669 e: info@regenthotel.ca regenthotel.ca Sutton Place Hotel Revelstoke Mountain Resort 2951 Camozzi Rd, Revelstoke V0E 2S0 Peter Nielsen.......p: 250-814-5000 f: 250-814-5009 e: info_revelstoke@suttonplace.com suttonplace.com/hotels Resorts/Retreats Glacier House Resort 1870 Glacier Ln Box 250, Revelstoke V0E 2S0 Amber Lane .........p: 250-837-9594 f: 250-837-9592 e: marketing@glacierhouse.com glacierhouse.com

Rossland Hotels and Motels Josie Hotel, The 4306 Red Mountain Rd, Rossland V0G 1Y0 Mikka Hakkola................................p: 250-362-5155 e: sales@thejosie.com thejosie.com

Trail Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Trail & District Chamber of Commerce 1199 Bay Ave Suite 201, Trail V1R 4A4 ..........................................p: 250-368-3144 e: info@trailchamber.bc.ca trailchamber.bc.ca Hotels and Motels Best Western Plus Columbia River Hotel 1001 Rossland Ave, Trail V1R 3N7 ...............p: 250-368-3355 f: 250-368-3930 e: reservations@bestwesterntrail.com bestwesterntrail.com Glenwood Inn & Suites 2769 Glenwood Dr, Trail V1R 2S6 ...............p: 250-368-5522 f: 250-364-1927 e: reservations@glenwoodinnandsuites.com glenwoodinnandsuites.com

Windermere Community Halls Windermere Community Hall 4726 North St, Windermere V0B 2L2 Hall Manager .................................p: 778-526-0092 e: info@windermerecommunity.ca windermerecommunity.ca

Revelstoke Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Tourism Revelstoke 301 Victoria Rd W PO Box 490, Revelstoke V0E 2S0 Meghan Tabor .....p: 250-837-5345 f: 250-837-4223 e: info@revelstokechamber.com seerevelstoke.com

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Horses, grizzlies, wilderness – and unique venues – wow visitors to the wonderfully wild Cariboo Chilcotin Coast FRANK O’BRIEN

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rom the wild Pacific shores at Bella Bella to the rodeo at Williams Lake and the immersive history of gold-rush-era Barkerville, no other region in B.C. captures the past and present of British Columbia like the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast.

The size of Scotland, the 80,000-square-kilometre Cariboo region has an impressive selection of outstanding meeting places for every event, be it a corporate retreat, a team-building challenge or an intimate gathering.

From five-star dude ranches to (safe) viewing of grizzly bears plucking salmon from remote coastal rivers, the Cariboo

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Chilcotin Coast is a prime destination in the Canadian Signature Experience, a brand that promises an endless bucket zxlist of opportunities.

Embark on a grizzly bear safari, settle down to a four-hour Thai massage after a morning of horseback riding or sail an afternoon through the Great Bear Rainforest, the largest

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An ultimate re-creation, gold rush-era Barkerville is a must-see in the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast. Accommodation and meetings are available and, yes, even with Wi-Fi • TYLER CAVE

Two orcas break the surface near Bella Bella on the Pacific coast of west Chilcotin, where luxury and rustic lodges provide unparalleled opportunities for salmon fishing or grizzly viewing • GEOFF MOORE

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biomass density on the planet – all of this is possible here like nowhere else in the world.

The following is a partial list of where you can stay, meditate and meet in the historic Cariboo region.

The historic Tweedsmuir Park Lodge, set on 60 acres of private land within the vast wilderness of British Columbia’s largest provincial park and the Great Bear Rainforest, is the ideal setting for wilderness adventures. Originally built in 1929 as a hunting and fishing resort, today the lodge accommodates those seeking out a more ecofriendly adventure as well as a relaxing refuge from the pressures of modern life. There are a total of 10 guest chalets, all with air conditioning, that can accommodate up to four people per chalet. All of the chalets are built surrounding a giant central lawn and have excellent views.

In addition to the main lodge and chalets there is also a 1,200-square-foot spa building with a yoga stretching room, weights, massage rooms, showers and a 12-person covered outdoor hot tub overlooking the Coast Range beyond.

Spirit Bear Lodge is Indigenous owned, offering exclusive access to wildlife viewing areas and cultural sites within the Kitasoo/Xai’xais traditional territory at Klemtu. Wildlife tours run from October to May and the lodge is available year-round for corporate and private retreats.

The lodge includes 12 rooms for up to 24 people.

The Homathko River Inn is a 167-acre working horse ranch east of Williams Lake towards Bella Coola, offering an experience with horseback trail rides. The on-site Wagon Wheel restaurant is famous for its all-you-can-eat meals and Sunday

brunches. Visits can be booked hourly, daily or weekly.

For those seeking creature comforts, the fivestar Siwash Lake Wilderness Resort near 70 Mile House is an excellent choice. Siwash is a small, all-inclusive luxury wilderness resort and familyowned dude ranch where horses, adventure and ecology entwine. Siwash Lake eco-adventures are among Canada’s finest outdoor vacations, recognized globally for almost two decades by National Geographic. Up to 15 guests can be accommodated in private suites. A recent treat is the ultra-private glamping experience in a pioneer-style luxury tent.

Sleeping beneath the stars in one of these custom canvas canopies is an adventure in itself.

Eagle’s Nest Resort is situated on a 10-acre property just off Highway 20 in the west Chilcotin.

Choose an elegant suite or cosy log cabin, enjoy delightful meals in the lakeside dining room, experience breathtaking views, exceptional hiking and birdwatching and the natural beauty of the area.

The Historic Chilcotin Lodge is located at Riske Creek on the Chilcotin Plateau near the Junction Sheep Range park that contains a large herd of Bighorn sheep. After a day horseback riding, viewing wildlife or exploring the rugged Chilcotin country, enjoy a gourmet meal in the fine dining room.

Located in the South Cariboo region, the parklike wilderness retreat of Ruth Lake Lodge has been hosting guests since the late 1940s. The 37-acre property offers many groomed trails and access to Crown land for hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding. A 17-acre fenced pasture is available for guests travelling with horses.

Barkerville Historic Town & Park, a detailed

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CARIBOO CHILCOTIN COAST recreation of the gold rush-era town, can accommodate overnight guests and meetings. Tregillis Estates, a 100-year-old landmark, offers a venue for indoor or outdoor gatherings for up to 300 guests.

The Barkerville Pavilion can accommodate up to 250 people for receptions or 150 for dinners. Stepping into the 21st century, Barkerville’s visitor reception centre is also a meeting venue, with two kitchens, bar, dining hall, mezzanine, studio room, Wi-Fi and more.

There are many other fine venues to discover in the Cariboo Chilcotin Coast, including in Williams Lake, the largest city in the region, which has a selection of modern hotels, including the Coast Fraser Inn Hotel. É

Horses have been instrumental to life in the Cariboo for more than a century, and visitors can explore trails and mountains throughout the region from a number of dude ranches • DAVID JACOBSEN

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Resorts/Retreats 108 Golf Resort 4816 Telqua Dr Box 2, 108 Mile Ranch V0K 2Z0 Andrew Cuthbertson ......................p: 250-791-5211 f: 250-791-6537 e: info@108golfresort.com 108golfresort.com Spruce Hill Resort & Spa 4871 Cariboo Hwy 97 PO Box 26, 108 Mile Ranch V0K 2Z0 ...............p: 800-668-2233 f: 250-791-6384 e: info@sprucehillresort.com sprucehillresort.com Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor 108 Mile Heritage Site 4690 Telqua Dr, 108 Mile Ranch V0K 2Z0 Sheila Williams ..............................p: 250-791-5288 e: heritagesite108@gmail.com historical.ca

Resorts/Retreats Big Creek Lodge 7793 Witte Rd PO Box 20, Big Creek V0L 1K0 Jürgen Haluzan ..............................p: 778-784-4803 e: office@bigcreeklodgebc.com bigcreeklodgebc.com

Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor Sunshine Ranch Weddings and Special Events 5983 Horsefly Lake Rd, Horsefly V0L 1L0 ...........................................p: 250-620-3339 sunshineranchweddings.ca

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Resorts/Retreats Terra Nostra Guest Ranch 19647 Highway 20, Kleena Kleene V0L 1M0 Christoph Gisler..............................p: 250-476-1273 e: terranostra@terranostra-guestranch.com terranostra-guestranch.com

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Anahim Lake Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres West Chilcotin Tourism Association PO Box 3377, Anahim Lake V0L 1M0 .........................................p: 250-742-3707 e: info@visitthewestchilcotin.com visitthewestchilcotin.com Resorts/Retreats Eagle’s Nest Resort 3008 Elsey Rd PO Box 3403, Anahim Lake V0L 1C0 Tena Rykes ..........p: 800-742-9055 f: 250-742-3489 e: info@eaglesnest-resort.com eaglesnest-resort.com

Barkerville Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor Barkerville Historic Town & Park 14301 Hwy 26 PO Box 19, Barkerville V0K 1B0 ...............p: 888-994-3332 f: 250-994-3435 e: barkerville@barkerville.ca barkerville.ca

Bella Coola Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Bella Coola Valley Tourism PO Box 670, Bella Coola V0T 1C0 ..........................................p: 250-982-0092 e: info@bellacoola.ca bellacoola.ca

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Echo Valley Ranch & Spa 10635 Jesmond Rd PO Box 916, Clinton V0K 1K0 ..........................................p: 800-253-8831 e: info@evranch.com evranch.com/corporate Inspiration and adventure – it’s all in a day’s work. Thinking outside the box has never been this inspired.

Forest Grove Resorts/Retreats Ruth Lake Lodge Resort 3983 Ruth Lake Rd PO Box 493, Forest Grove V0K 1M0 France Robert .................................p: 250-397-2560 e: info@ruthlakelodge.com ruthlakelodge.com

Gold Bridge Resorts/Retreats Chilcotin Holidays Guest Ranch Gun Creek Rd, Gold Bridge V0K 1P0 Kevan Bracewell .p: 250-238-2274 f: 250-238-2241 e: adventures@chilcotinholidays.com chilcotinholidays.com Tyax Lodge and Heliskiing 1 Tyaughton Lake Rd, Gold Bridge V0K 1P0 Heather Reimer ..............................p: 250-238-2221 e: reservations@tyax.com tyax.com

Resorts/Retreats Fishpot Lake Resort 10923 Baezaeko Rd, Nazko V2J 3H9 Vicky Roy ........................................p: 403-927-6208 e: info@fishpotlakeresort.com fishpotlakeresort.com

Nimpo Lake Resorts/Retreats Retreat Wilderness Inn 21145 Chilcotin Hwy 20 PO Box 80, Nimpo Lake V0L 1R0 ................p: 888-646-7655 f: 250-742-3332 e: retreatwilderness@gmail.com retreatwildernessinn.com

Quesnel Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Quesnel Visitor Info Centre 703 Carson Ave, Quesnel V2J 2B6 ..........................................p: 250-992-8716 e: qvisitor@quesnelbc.com tourismquesnel.com Banquet Facilities Royal Canadian Legion Branch 94 262 Kinchant St, Quesnel V2J 2R2 Helene Boudreau p: 250-992-6819 f: 250-992-9020 e: rcl94@shaw.ca Hotels and Motels Tower Inn & Suites 500 Reid St, Quesnel V2J 2M9 ..............p: 250-992-2201 f: 250-992-5201 e: towerinn@shaw.ca towerinn.ca

Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Quesnel and District Arenas/West Fraser Centre 500 Barlow Ave, Quesnel V2J 2C4 Lori Smetaniuk ....p: 250-992-7125 f: 250-992-9297 e: lsmetaniuk@quesnel.ca quesnel.ca Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor Billy Barker Casino Hotel 308 McLean St, Quesnel V2J 2N9 ...............p: 250-992-5533 f: 250-992-1103 e: info@billybarkercasino.com billybarkercasino.com

Rivers Inlet Resorts/Retreats Duncanby Lodge Rivers Inlet Dave Logan..........p: 877-846-6548 f: 604-952-2399 e: admin@duncanby.com duncanby.com

Tatla Lake Community Halls Tatla Lake Area Community Hall Box 75, Tatla Lake V0L 1V0 Johanna Kirby ................................p: 250-476-1339 e: johannakirby@hotmail.com Hotels and Motels Tatla Lake Manor/Motel Ltd 16417 Hwy 20 Box 58, Tatla Lake V0L 1V0 Johanna Kirby ................................p: 250-476-1339 e: johannakirby@hotmail.com

Williams Lake Destination Management/Marketing Cariboo Chilcotin Coast Tourism Association 350 Barnard St Suite 204, Williams Lake V2G 1T9 ...............p: 250-392-2226 f: 250-392-2838 e: info@landwithoutlimits.com landwithoutlimits.com Hotels and Motels Coast Fraser Inn Hotel 285 Donald Rd, Williams Lake V2G 4K4 Kelly Martin.........p: 250-398-7055 f: 250-398-8269 e: k.martin@coasthotels.com coasthotels.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Williams Lake Curling Club 800 Mackenzie Ave S PO Box 4292, Williams Lake V2G 2V3 Ken Hall ..........................................p: 250-392-4636 e: wlcc@shaw.ca williamslakecurling.com

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UP IN THE NORTH

Northern B.C. is rugged, exciting – and emerging as the economic powerbase of British Columbia

Tthe University of Northern British Columbia campus has 75,523 square feet of meeting and event space overlooking the city • TOURISM PRINCE GEORGE

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his January the B.C. Natural Resources Forum will draw an estimated 1,000 delegates to the Prince George Conference and Civic Centre.

A total of 60,000 visitors is expected in March for the 2020 World Women’s Curling Championship. Sandwiched between is April’s BC Council of Forest Industries conference that will draw at least 400 delegates.

Fortunately, the self-styled capital city of Northern B.C. should have no problem handling all these visitors.

Prince George, the biggest city in northern B.C. with a population of approximately 80,000, has 2,364 hotel rooms and is adding more this year, says Shirley Prokopchuk, manager of meetings and conventions with Tourism Prince George.

The past two years have seen the opening of the Courtyard

by Marriott, the Pomeroy Inn & Suites and the Best Western Plus. A new 95-room Hyatt Place hotel opens May 2020 right downtown, she notes.

The city has total meeting space covering more than 92,200 square feet (that is about two acres under roof) and this does not include the University of Northern British Columbia campus that alone has 75,523 square feet of meeting and event space overlooking the city.

The Prince George Conference and Civic Centre, which appears booked with events through most of this year, boasts 42,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and the type of high-performance equipment and service that would make any city proud. For example, floating walls allow meeting rooms to be expanded for large events or made smaller for more intimate meetings. It can easily accommodate more than 1,000 guests.

The busy meeting schedule is a signal that the north is emerging as an economic power base in B.C. This year, in fact, signals the true start of the $40 billion LNG Canada liquefied natural gas(LNG) pipeline and export terminal project, the largest private resource project in Canadian history.

Much of the groundwork will be done outside of Prince George, with more than 600 kilometres of pipeline being laid to link the massive gas fields near Dawson Creek and Fort St. John with the LNG shipping terminal at Kitimat. Thousands of hard-hat workers, engineers and scientists are already arriving, which explains the hotel construction being seen right across the north.

In Fort St. John at least 200 hotel rooms have completed in the past two years. The city’s excellent conference and event venues include the Pomeroy Hotel & Conference Centre. With meeting, conference and corporate facilities for up to 500 guests, the Pomeroy also has more than 11,500 square feet of flexible conference space.

In Dawson Creek, the Encana Events Centre can host conference events to rock shows in a 6,500-seat auditorium.

In Terrace, the popular 58-room Inn of the West on the Skeena River is seeing more competition. The Comfort Inn

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on Haida Gwaii off the west coast of Northern B.C. The Haida Nation also offers luxury accommodation and adventure at the waterfront Ocean House retreat • INDIGENOUS TOURISM BC

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and Sunshine Inn, both with approximately 100 rooms, have been built, joining 10 other hotels or motels in the city.

Kitimat and Prince Rupert on the northwest coast offer a variety of accommodations, including Prince Rupert’s Crest Hotel, with more than 4,000 square feet of meeting space overlooking the harbour, and its Highliner Plaza Hotel and Conference Centre.

For a true northern experience, consider the Haida-owned 12-suite Ocean Hous, a luxury fly-in wilderness retreat off the coast of Haida Gwaii in the waters of Stads K’uns GawGa (Peel Inlet). É

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Fort Nelson

Prince George

Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Burns Lake & District Chamber of Commerce/ Visitor Centre 540 Hwy 16 W PO Box 339, Burns Lake V0J 1E0 Randi Amendt.................................p: 250-692-3773 e: manager@burnslakechamber.com burnslakechamber.com

Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce 5121 47th Ave Box 870, Chetwynd V0C1J0 Naomi Larsen .................................p: 250-788-3345 e: manager@chetwyndchamber.ca chetwyndchamber.ca Hotels and Motels Lakeview Inn & Suites Chetwynd 4820 North Access Rd, Chetwynd V0C 1J0 ...............p: 250-788-3000 f: 250-788-2548 e: chetwynd@lakeviewhotels.com lakeviewhotels.com/chetwynd Pomeroy Inn & Suites Chetwynd 5200 North Access Rd Box 756, Chetwynd V0C 1J0 ..............p: 250-788-4800 f: 250-788-4888 e: gm@pomeroychetwynd.com pomeroyinnandsuites.com/hotels-chetwynd

Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Northern Rockies Visitor Information Centre 5500 Alaska Hwy Bag Service 399, Fort Nelson V0C 1R0 ...............p: 250-774-6400 f: 604-774-6794 e: visitorinfo@fortnelsonchamber.com tourismnorthernrockies.ca Hotels and Motels Fort Nelson Hotel 5100 50 Ave Mile 300 Alaska Hwy, Fort Nelson V0C 1R0 ...............p: 250-774-6971 f: 250-774-6711 e: thefort@theedge.ca thefortnelsonhotel.com Lakeview Inns & Suites Fort Nelson 4507 50 Ave S PO Box 840, Fort Nelson V0C 1R0 ...............p: 250-233-5001 f: 250-233-5006 e: fortnelson@lakeviewhotels.com lakeviewhotels.com Woodlands Inn & Suites 3995 50 Ave S Box 568, Fort Nelson V0C 1R0 ...............p: 250-774-6669 f: 250-774-6657 e: sales@woodlandsinn.ca woodlandsinn.ca Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Northern Rockies Recreation Centre 5500 Alaska Hwy, Fort Nelson V0C 1R0 Heather Guse .................................p: 250-774-2541 e: rec@northernrockies.ca

Banquet Facilities Carmel Inn 1502 Hwy 97 S, Prince George V2L 5L9 ................p: 250-564-6339 f: 250-562-0597 e: meetings@carmelinn.ca carmelinn.ca Prince George Conference and Civic Centre 808 Canada Games Way, Prince George V2L 5T6 Myles Tycholis.....p: 250-561-7723 f: 250-561-7737 e: myles.tycholis@princegeorge.ca pgccc.ca Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Prince George 444 George St, Prince George V2L 1R6 Tony Royan ..........p: 250-563-0055 f: 250-563-6042 e: troyan@ramadaprincegeorge.com ramadaprincegeorge.com Destination Management/Marketing

Dawson Creek

Fort St John

Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Tourism Dawson Creek 900 Alaska Ave, Dawson Creek V1G 4T6 ...............p: 250-782-9595 f: 250-782-9538 e: info@tourismdawsoncreek.com tourismdawsoncreek.com Banquet Facilities Dawson Creek Curling Club 1113 106 Ave, Dawson Creek V1G 4G3 Jeff Ginter ...........p: 250-782-4080 f: 250-782-5089 e: manager@dccurling.ca dccurling.ca Hotels and Motels Days Inn by Wyndham Dawson Creek 640 122 Ave, Dawson Creek V1G 0A4 ...............p: 250-782-8887 f: 250-782-8799 wyndhamhotels.com George Dawson Inn 11705 8 St, Dawson Creek V1G 4N9 ..............p: 250-782-9151 f: 250-782-1617 e: georgedawsoninn@pris.bc.ca thegeorgedawsoninn.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dawson Creek 12217 4 St, Dawson Creek V1G 0A4 ..........................................p: 250-782-7700 e: agm@hiesdawsoncreek.com ihg.com Pomeroy Inn & Suites Dawson Creek 540 Hwy 2, Dawson Creek V1G 0A4 ..............p: 250-782-3700 f: 250-782-3772 e: gm@pomeroydawsoncreek.com pomeroyinnandsuites.com/hotels-dawson-creek Stonebridge Hotel 500 Hwy 2, Dawson Creek V1G 0A4 ...............p: 250-782-6226 f: 250-782-6001 e: gm@stonebridgedc.com stonebridgehotel.ca Travelodge by Wyndham Dawson Creek 10600 8 St, Dawson Creek V1G 3R3 ...............p: 250-782-8136 f: 250-782-7535 e: innonthecreek@shawcable.com wyndhamhotels.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Encana Events Centre 1-300 Hwy 2, Dawson Creek V1G 0A4 ...............p: 250-782-7440 f: 250-782-7446 e: schymko@dawsoncreekeventscentre.com dawsoncreekeventscentre.com

Associations/Chambers of Commerce/Tourist Info Centres Fort St John & District Chamber of Commerce 9907 99 Ave Suite 104, Fort St John V1J 1V1 Cheryl Montgomery.................... p: 250-785-6037 f: 250-785-6050 e: info@fsjchamber.com fsjchamber.com Hotels and Motels Best Western Plus Chateau Fort St John 8322 86 St, Fort St John V1J 0G7 ...............p: 250-787-7555 f: 250-787-7556 bestwesternbc.com Home2 Suites by Hilton Fort St John 9519 111 St, Fort St John V1J 0N1 ...............p: 250-785-5356 f: 250-787-1432 home2suitesbyhilton.com Lakeview Inns & Suites Fort St John 10103 98 Ave, Fort St John V1J 1P8 ................p: 250-787-0779 f: 250-787-0709 e: fortstjohn@lakeviewhotels.com lakeviewhotels.com/fort-st-john Northern Grand Hotel 9830 100 Ave, Fort St John VIJ 1Y5 ................p: 250-787-0521 f: 250-787-2648 e: catering@northerngrand.ca northerngrand.com Pomeroy Hotel & Conference Centre 11308 Alaska Rd, Fort St John V1J 5T5 Wade Sutton .......p: 250-262-3233 f: 250-262-3280 e: gm@pomeroyhotelfsj.com pomeroyhotel.com/stjohn Stonebridge Hotel Fort St John 9223 100 St, Fort St John V1J 3X3 ...............p: 250-263-6880 f: 250-263-6881 e: gm@stonebridgefsj.com stonebridgefortstjohn.com Resorts/Retreats Elisi Spa & Wilderness Resort PO Box 6677, Fort St John V1J 4J1 Victoria Olmstead.......................... p: 250-789-9494 f: 250-789-3282 e: victoria@elisispa.com elisispa.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities North Peace Cultural Centre 10015 100 Ave, Fort St John V1J 1Y7 ...............p: 250-785-1992 f: 250-785-1510 e: manager@npcc.bc.ca npcc.bc.ca

Tourism Prince George 1300 1st Ave Suite 101, Prince George V2L 2Y3 Shirly Prokopchuk ...........................p: 250-649-3203 e: meetings@tourismpg.com tourismpg.com Golf Courses & Country Clubs Prince George Golf & Curling Club 2601 Recplace Dr, Prince George V2N 0G2 ..............p: 250-563-0357 f: 250-563-4136 e: pggcc@pggolfandcurling.com pggolfandcurling.com Hotels and Motels Bon Voyage Inn 4222 Hwy 16 West, Prince George V2N 5N7 ..............p: 250-964-2333 f: 250-964-0333 e: meetings@bonvoyageinn.ca bonvoyageinn.ca Coast Prince George Hotel by APA 770 Brunswick St, Prince George V2L 2C2 ................p: 250-563-0121 f: 250-563-1948 coasthotels.com Courtyard by Marriott Prince George 900 Brunswick St, Prince George V2L 2C3 ................p: 250-596-6274 f: 250-596-8202 marriott.com Four Points by Sheraton 1790 Hwy 97, Prince George V2L 5L3 Aurora Cozza .......p: 250-564-7100 f: 250-564-7199 e: aurora.cozza@fourpointsprincegeorge.com fourpointsprincegeorge.com Prestige Treasure Cove Hotel & Casino 2005 Hwy 97 S, Prince George V2N 7A3 ..............p: 250-614-9111 f: 250-614-9101 e: princegeorge@prestigehotels.ca prestigehotelsandresorts.com Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Prince George 444 George St, Prince George V2L 1R6 Tony Royan ..........p: 250-563-0055 f: 250-563-6042 e: troyan@ramadaprincegeorge.com ramadaprincegeorge.com Sandman Hotel & Suites 1650 Central St, Prince George V2M 3C2 ..............p: 250-563-8131 f: 250-563-8613 sandmanhotels.com Sandman Signature Hotel & Suites 2990 Recplace Dr, Prince George V2N 0B2 ...............p: 250-645-7263 f: 250-645-2150 e: banquets_princegeorge@sandman.ca sandmanhotels.com Regional Convention Spaces Prince George Conference and Civic Centre 808 Canada Games Way, Prince George V2L 5T6 Myles Tycholis.....p: 250-561-7723 f: 250-561-7737 e: myles.tycholis@princegeorge.ca pgccc.ca

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Restaurants Cimo Mediterranean Grill 601 Victoria St, Prince George V2L 2K3 ................p: 250-564-7975 f: 250-564-7965 e: cimo.restaurant@gmail.com cimo.ca North 54 Restaurant & Bar 1493 3rd Ave, Prince George V2L 3S1 Carey-Lynn Campioni .....................p: 250-564-5400 e: carey-lynn@north54.ca north54.ca Universities and Colleges College of New Caledonia 3330 22nd Ave, Prince George V2N 1P8 Denise Carmichael ..................... p: 250-562-2131 f: 250-561-5876 e: askcnc@cnc.bc.ca cnc.bc.ca University of Northern BC - Conference & Event Services 3333 University Way, Prince George V2N 4Z9 Jennifer Studney .p: 250-960-6760 f: 250-960-5291 e: conference@unbc.ca unbc.ca/conference Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities CN Centre 2187 Ospika Blvd Suite 100, Prince George V2N 6Z1 Tracy Shaw ..........p: 250-561-7777 f: 250-561-7557 e: tracy.shaw@princegeorge.ca cncentre.ca Exploration Place Museum and Science Centre, The 333 Becott Pl PO Box 1779, Prince George V2L 4V7 ................p: 250-562-1612 f: 250-562-6395 e: info@theexplorationplace.com theexplorationplace.com Two Rivers Gallery 725 Canada Games Way, Prince George V2L 5T1 Alicia Hughes ......p: 250-614-7800 f: 250-563-3211 e: alicia@tworiversgallery.ca tworiversgallery.ca

Prince Rupert Banquet Facilities North Coast Hall Meeting & Event Centre 240 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert V8J 1A8 ...............p: 250-627-5687 f: 250-627-5685 e: events@chancespr.com chancespr.ca/convention-centre Event Planners Ocean Pearl Promotions and Event Planning 1309 6th Ave E, Prince Rupert V8J 1Y1 Leanne Enns ...................................p: 778-884-6901 e: leanne@oceanpearlpromotions.com oceanpearlpromotions.com Hotels and Motels Crest Hotel 222 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert V8J 1A8 ...............p: 250-624-6771 f: 250-627-7666 e: janet@cresthotelbc.com cresthotel.bc.ca Highliner Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre 815 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert V8J 1B3 David Bailey ........p: 250-624-9060 f: 250-627-7759 e: david.bailey@highlinerplaza.com highlinerplaza.com Inn on the Harbour 720 1st Ave W, Prince Rupert V8J 3V6 ...............p: 250-624-9107 f: 250-627-8232 e: info@innontheharbour.com innontheharbour.com Pacific Inn 909 3rd Ave W, Prince Rupert V8J 1M9 Corey Kitchen ......p: 250-627-1711 f: 250-627-4212 e: info@pacificinn.bc.ca pacificinn.bc.ca Prestige Hotel Prince Rupert 118 6th St, Prince Rupert V8J 3L7 ................p: 250-624-6711 f: 250-624-3288 e: princerupert@prestigehotels.ca prestigehotelsandresorts.com Regional Convention Spaces Jim Ciccone Civic Centre 1000 McBride St, Prince Rupert V8J 4P7 ................p: 250-624-6707 f: 250-627-8036 recreation.princerupert.ca

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Tourist Attractions - Major Prince Rupert Special Events Society PO Box 306, Prince Rupert V8J 3P9 Joy Sundin...... p: 250-624-9118 f: 250-624-9218 e: prspecialevents@citywest.ca prspecialevents.com

Smithers Associations/Chambers of Commerce/ Tourist Info Centres Smithers District Chamber of Commerce PO Box 2379, Smithers V0J 2N0 .......... p: 250-847-5072 f: 250-847-3337 e: info@smitherschamber.com smitherschamber.com Banquet Facilities Smithers Golf & Country Club 1200 Scotia St PO Box 502, Smithers V0J 2N0 .......... p: 250-847-5977 f: 250-847-5974 e: smithersgolf@telus.net smithersgolfclub.com Hotels and Motels Prestige Hudson Bay Lodge 3251 Hwy 16 E PO Box 3636, Smithers V0J 2N0 .......... p: 250-847-4581 f: 250-847-4878 e: smithers@prestigehotels.ca prestigehotelsandresorts.com Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Banner Mountainlodge 12753 Babine Lake Rd Suite 3, Smithers V0J 2N7 Mary deWit ............................... p: 250-846-5655 e: bannermountainlodge@gmail.com bannermountainlodge.com

Terrace Associations/Chambers of Commerce/ Tourist Info Centres Kermodei Tourism Visitor Centre 4511 Keith Ave, Terrace V8G 1K1 .......... p: 250-635-4944 f: 778-634-3942 e: info@visitterrace.com visitterrace.com Golf Courses & Country Clubs Skeena Valley Golf & Country Club 3525 Golf Course Ave PO Box 865, Terrace V8G 4R1 .......... p: 250-635-2542 f: 250-635-4800 e: svgc@citywest.ca svgc.ca

Hotels and Motels Best Western Terrace Inn 4553 Greig Ave, Terrace V8G 1M7 ......... p: 250-635-0083 f: 250-635-0092 e: bwticatering@gmail.com bestwestern.com/ca/terraceinn Comfort Inn & Suites 5112 Hwy 16 W, Terrace V8G 5S6 ..................................... p: 250-635-0788 e: info@terracecomfortinn.com choicehotels.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites 3059 Hwy 16 E, Terrace V8G 4P3 ..................................... p: 778-634-3977 e: gm@hieterrace.com ihg.com Sandman Inn Terrace 4828 Hwy 16 W, Terrace V8G 1L6 .......... p: 250-635-9151 f: 250-635-6225 e: gm_terrace@sandman.ca sandmanhotels.com Resorts/Retreats Shames Country Lodge PO Box 612, Terrace V8G 4A6 Simone/Klaus Flach .................. p: 250-635-7978 e: contact@snowharbour.com shamescountry.com Yellow Cedar Lodge 13594 Hwy 16 W Box 532, Terrace V8G 4B5 Simone Mattner .....................p: 250-638-7874 f: 250-638-7861 e: simonemattner@yellowcearlodge.ca yellowcedarlodge.ca Venues - Historical or Themed or Outdoor Heritage Park Museum 4702 Kerby Ave Box 512, Terrace V8G 4B5 Kelsey Wiebe ............................ p: 250-635-4546 e: curator@heritageparkmuseum.com heritageparkmuseum.com

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Tumbler Ridge Venues - Event or Meeting Facilities Tumbler Ridge Community Centre 340 Front St PO Box 100, Tumbler Ridge V0C 2W0 Joy McKay...... p: 250-242-4246 f: 250-242-5669 e: trcentre@dtr.ca tumblerridge.ca

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