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Coming in 2017: We’re opening our doors to the world.

See what’s in store for your delegates: halifaxconventioncentre.com

New Halifax Convention Centre Ready to Welcome the World With a state-of-the art convention centre under construction, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada is redefining what it means to be the ultimate host city when their brand new facility opens its doors in 2017.

The Halifax Convention Centre will feature 120,000 square feet of flexible event space in the heart of downtown, including a spectacular 30,000 square foot Ballroom overlooking the city, nearly 50,000 square feet of multi-purpose convention space, including the Convention Hall, and 40,000 square feet of intimate meeting space. The LEED gold-certified convention centre will begin hosting events in 2017 and excitement and anticipation among event planners continues to build, while preparations to open and operate the new facility are well underway. “The list of national and international clients choosing Nova Scotia’s new Halifax Convention Centre continues to grow,” said Scott Ferguson, president and CEO of Trade Centre Limited, the Crown corporation overseeing the Halifax Convention Centre. “Our team is working diligently to design and implement a service delivery model that meets the evolving needs of our clients so that we can be the best hosts possible when we welcome them in 2017 and beyond.” The convention centre team is working through a collaborative process with clients to identify the key drivers of customer experience. The insight will help the operations and event management teams ensure they are focused on the details that matter most to event planners. Looking at everything from culinary offerings, to technology and wayfinding and efficient service delivery, the Halifax Convention Centre will provide the ultimate event experience. To date, over 40 organizations have already committed to bringing national and international conferences to the new Centre, with thousands

of delegates waiting to experience all that Nova Scotia has to offer. “Nova Scotia is home to some of the world’s leading academic research in the areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics,” said David Goncalves, executive director of STEM States Incorporated, the organization that manages STEMfest. “We’re excited that our delegates will have the opportunity to experience all that Halifax has to offer, particularly the new state-of-the-art convention centre. It’s a natural fit for our 2018 conference.” The venue will offer much more than a typical conference experience. Just 100 steps from the ocean, delegates are at the doorstep of a vibrant downtown that’s steeped in history and alive with east coast hospitality. Located on Argyle, the flagship street of the entertainment district, the Halifax Convention Centre will offer visitors the chance to immerse themselves in professional development during the day and personal enjoyment after hours with local culture, music and art, outdoor coastal adventure, Michelin-rated food experiences and world-class golf and wineries, all in an unparalleled seaside setting. “We’re very pleased to be coming back to Halifax in 2017 for our 50th Annual Canadian Employee Benefit Conference,” said Michael Wilson, CEO of the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans. “The new convention centre makes the Foundation’s return possible after too long an absence, and we look forward to seeing an even larger gathering as we celebrate our exciting milestone.”

To follow the Halifax Convention Centre on the journey toward 2017, visit www.HalifaxConventionCentre.com

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WE WILL HELP YOU PROMOTE YOUR EVENT

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Want to wow your audience? Treat them to panoramic views of the gorgeous Halifax Harbour. Make sure everyone has the best seat in the house with clear sightlines from all angles. Your guests will enjoy all these features and more in our 22,000 sq. ft. of elegant meeting space. Call today to discover why the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront is the perfect venue for your next business or social occasion.

From the moment your delegates arrive, they’ll know why you chose Halifax. Our premier venues, year-

round vibrancy, harbourside charm, and closeness to nature creates the perfect backdrop for any event – large or small. Discover what makes Halifax Atlantic Canada’s premier meetings and convention destination.

Easy to do business. Everything you need to host a successful meeting or convention is at your fingertips. Getting around the walkable downtown is effortless, and travelling here is easy with international connections by air, land, and sea.

A legacy of service excellence.

Halifax has been hosting guests for centuries. Satisfying each and every delegate is a priority for Haligonians, and convention services are delivered with an understanding for what it takes to maximize attendance and deliver outstanding events.

A cultural hotspot. Take a front row seat for some of the Atlantic’s best music, theatre, and entertainment. Enjoy lively Celtic beats, open air performances, or a Ceilidh (Gaelic party or gathering). Showcasing talents and culture from across the region, Halifax’s vibrant entertainment scene offers a wealth of social and networking opportunities.

Surrounded by Nature. Delegates

can hike, surf, or kayak within minutes of leaving the downtown core. Your delegates will have plenty of opportunities to explore Nova Scotia’s natural beauty, whether it’s a picnic on one of our sandy beaches or watching the waves crash at Peggy’s Cove. An abundance of pre- and post- trip options await along Nova Scotia’s seacoast, where you’ll discover miles of stunning views and seaside towns.

Award-winning culinary expertise. Enjoy Atlantic Canada’s freshest seafood paired with locally sourced ingredients and Nova Scotia’s internationally acclaimed wines. Spend a morning visiting North America’s oldest Farmers’ Market, an iconic waterfront location where Nova Scotian craftsmanship is on exhibit at every vendor stall.

The Whole Event Package:

With its hospitality, cultural offerings, and scenic destinations, Halifax delivers a complete and memorable delegate experience. Meeting planners agree that Halifax events consistently attract high attendance and attendees always leave with great things to say. As the hub of Atlantic Canada and capital city of Nova Scotia, things just come easier in Halifax –

Canada’s Urban Resort, where boardroom meets boardwalk.

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WHERE BOARDROOM MEETS BOARDWALK Halifax at a Glance Founded: 1749 Population: 390,096 Official language: English Time Zone: Atlantic Standard

Contact Information Destination Halifax

1800 Argyle Street, Suite 802 Halifax, NS, Canada B3J 3N8 Tel: (902) 422-9334 Fax: (902) 492-3175 Toll Free: 1-877-422-9334 sales@destinationhalifax.com www.destinationhalifax.com

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DESTINATION HALIFAX SERVICES Destination Halifax wants your Halifax convention or conference to be the benchmark to which all others are compared. When you bring your event to Halifax, your delegates will experience a vibrant city steeped in culture and history with one-of-a-kind venues, activities, and accommodations. But doing business in Halifax isn’t just about world-class facilities and entertainment; it’s about making sure everything goes according to plan and everyone leaves with lasting memories. That’s why we collaborate with proven solution providers to offer a comprehensive

one-stop service for meeting planners. Our team will assist you in putting all the pieces of your event together by recommending innovative delegate activities and connecting you with the right suppliers who will meet all your event requirements.

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Once you’ve selected Halifax as your event destination, Destination Halifax will get you started with preconvention and conference services designed to help you present Halifax and Nova Scotia as a world-class destination for future meetings or conventions.

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A vibrant arts and cultural district located in downtown Halifax with hotel, event facilities, galleries, shopping, cruise ship terminals and fabulous dining. The Seaport Conference District has become the creative heart of Halifax!

• 310 contemporary guestrooms • Over 23,000 square feet of meeting space • Elements Restaurant for contemporary dining • Roy’s Lounge for appetizers and relaxation • 4.5 Star & 4 Diamond rated property

• Multipurpose, year round event centre at the harbour • The largest capacity for banquets in Halifax • 45,000 square feet of column-free space • Creative design with a state of the art kitchen offer restaurant quality food in a banquet setting

The longest running Market in North America, hosting over 250 vendors and unique event spaces.

This award winning national historic site provides multitudes of space for a wide variety of functions.

Michelle Pollard, The Westin Nova Scotian 902.496.7437 michelle.pollard@thewestinnovascotian.com www.thewestinnovascotian.com

Nadine Poirier, Cunard Centre 902.454.8533 ext. 2 nadine@rcr.ca www.rcr.ca

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These services are all offered at no charge and include:

BID PRESENTATION MATERIALS

Destination Halifax provides customized information you can use to pitch Halifax as a premier meeting destination. Our bid presentation materials focus on the city’s accessibility and transportation, hotel space and availability, meeting facilities and support services, fine dining, unique entertainment opportunities, and the benefits related to your organization’s specific needs. Our resources offer a comprehensive view of how Destination Halifax can enhance your event. These can be supplemented with multi-media presentations, photos, and other promotional support.

“[We] truly appreciated Destination Halifax’s help with securing the venues for all the events, buses, etc. It was great to have the resources all in one area and have them reach out to us, as opposed to searching them out” - CANADIAN INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH & PLANNING ASSOCIATION

SPACE AVAILABILITY SEARCH

With one call, or by filling out our online RFP, you can check space availability in all major hotels and meeting facilities in Halifax. We offer a time-saving service, where a request for proposal is issued to properties that meet your specific requirements. You will receive quotations on group guest room blocks, meeting space and other required services.

SITE INSPECTIONS

With direction from you, Destination Halifax will co-ordinate a full site inspection of the hotels and facilities you are considering. We can suggest itineraries and book appointments with key contacts at each venue and arrange for transportation during your stay. Our goal is to ensure you meet the right people, get all of your questions answered, and receive all the best information to make informed buying decisions.

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DINE & UNWIND at the centre of everything Halifax has to offer.

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GROUP SERVICING

Our group servicing expertise will enhance your event planning. Once you have selected Halifax as the site for your next event, we’ll connect you to a network of local suppliers who offer a wide range of products and services. We also provide pre- and post-trip ideas for social activities, outdoor excursions, entertainment options, companion programs, and children’s activities.

“I attended a familiarization trip and this set me up with all of the right contacts to make booking my events a breeze. I was able to experience all of the venues I chose, which made my ‘sales’ job to my clients so much more authentic.” - CANADIAN MEDICAL PROTECTIVE ASSOCIATION

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OUR THOUGHTS ON MEETINGS Meetings don’t have to happen in a meeting room. Great food helps you focus. Fresh air equals fresh ideas. With a spectacular seaside location, spa, amazing dining and so much more, you can take care of business by the pool, around the fire, or anywhere else you please.

Make your next meeting/conference Seaside Different Call (800) 565-5075 or email sales@atlanticaoakisland.com AT L A N T I C A O A K I S L A N D . C O M

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Halifax has been recognized internationally for the important economic impacts, leading research and development work, as well as the impressive facilities and assets found here. Contributions to the global economy made by key Halifax industry sectors such as Life Sciences, Oceans, Education, Aerospace & Defence, and Finance & Insurance make it a prime destination for international associations to host meetings and conventions. OCEANS

• Halifax has 450 PhDs in oceanrelated disciplines – the world’s highest concentration of researchers in this sector • Nova Scotia is home to worldrenowned ocean-related research institutions. These include The Bedford Institute of Oceanography (BIO), the largest institute of its kind in Canada and the country’s first major centre devoted to oceanography, bringing together some 700 scientists, engineers, technicians, contractors and staff working in a range of disciplines • The Institute for Ocean Research Enterprise (IORE) will deliver advanced research that will inform public policy, build synergies with industry partners, and draw world attention to this sector • Dalhousie University houses more than 100 researchers focusing on oceans and ocean technology • The NRC-Institute for Marine Biosciences is host to the Industry Partnership Facility, which explores the commercial potential of technologies in marine biosciences and life sciences

LIFE SCIENCES

• Halifax has the highest number of neuroscientists per capita in Canada • The city’s Brain Repair Centre is internationally renowned for Parkinson’s treatment

EDUCATION

• Halifax is home to seven degree granting universities and three community college campuses, serving over 40,000 students annually • Nova Scotia has one of the most educated workforces in the country with over 68% possessing post-secondary education. It has a total of 10 universities and 13 community colleges

AEROSPACE & DEFENCE

• Private industry contributes $600 million in annual revenues and more than 6,000 jobs • The Department of National Defence contributes $1 billion in annual revenues and approximately 9,000 jobs • Nova Scotia is home to more than 40% of Canada’s military assets. With 3 Canadian Forces Bases located in the province, Nova Scotia is part of Maritime Forces Atlantic (MARLANT)—the largest Naval presence in Canada

FINANCE & INSURANCE

• Halifax has one of the highest concentrations of insurance industry firms and employment among urban centres across Canada

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A SMART PLACE TO DO BUSINESS What others have to say about Halifax: CNN: The new Halifax Central Library is listed on CNN’s “Top 10 Eye-popping New Buildings” for 2014 National Geographic: “Canada’s Places of a Lifetime” ReadersDigest.com: “Top 10 Greatest Canadian Road Trips” MSN.ca: “Top 10 Public Gardens in Canada”

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T R E A T Y O U R S E L F T O A L I T T L E L U X U R Y. Y O U D E S E R V E I T.

Make organizing your meeting a breeze. It begins with us learning about the purpose of your meeting, and then working closely with you to create an event that brings that purpose to life. We can help you set the perfect tone for small informal gatherings, for high-profile public events, and for everything in between.

With 6,800 square feet of space, featuring elegant rooms that can accommodate up to 200 guests. For larger conventions, we are conveniently connected to the Halifax World Trade and Convention Center.

The Prince George Hotel 1725 Market Street Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3N9

1.800.565.1567 ask@princegeorgehotel.com www.princegeorgehotel.com

GETTING HERE Whether by air, land, or sea, Halifax is conveniently linked to major destinations around the world. It is geographically closer to Boston and New York than any other Canadian city, and over one hour closer by plane to Europe than any other major North American city. BY AIR

As the flight hub for the Atlantic, Halifax is the easiest city to travel to in the east. The award-winning Halifax Stanfield International Airport is the region’s centre for domestic, regional and international flight service. It handles over 1,200 arriving and departing flights a week, including direct flights from many Canadian, U.S., European, and Caribbean destinations. Add to that

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hundreds more connecting flights, and it’s easy to get to Halifax from just about anywhere in the world. Halifax Stanfield consistently receives worldwide recognition for providing a superior airport experience. It is Atlantic Canada’s only airport to offer 24/7 Canada Customs services with U.S. preclearance, letting your guests save time by clearing customs in

Air carriers serving Halifax travel include: Air Canada, Air St. Pierre, Air Transat, Condor, Delta Air Lines, Icelandair, Jazz, Porter Airlines, Sunwing Airlines, United Airlines, US Airways, and WestJet (subject to change).

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Halifax; and is certified Airport Service Quality Assured – an industry benchmark of service excellence. It was also the first airport in North America to provide a fully-automated, self-serve baggage drop for all passengers – further contributing to fast, safe, and convenient travel. Once your guests arrive at our airport, located just 30 minutes from downtown Halifax, they will find car service, car rental companies, and bus services (shuttle and public transit) to take them directly to their accommodations. Learn more about Halifax Stanfield, including the best flight options from your location, at www.flyhalifax.com.

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VIA Rail Canada offers transcontinental connection with Western Canadian cities, and some U.S. destinations. The Ocean links Montreal and Halifax overnight three times a week.

Halifax we 240,000 lcomes guests on cruise each yeaavrerage .

The Trans-Canada Highway enters Nova Scotia from New Brunswick and provides a connection to all points in the United States and Canada. Various motor coach companies provide transportation alternatives to Halifax from New York, Montreal and other neighbouring regions.

roster. Visit cruiseatlanticcanada. com for a full listing of companies in our area.

BY SEA

CUSTOMS AND IMMIGRATION

Save on driving and create a memorable travel experience. Car ferries land at the Nova Scotia ports of Digby, Yarmouth, Caribou and North Sydney. For more information: • Saint John, New Brunswick to Digby, NS www.ferries.ca • Wood Islands, Prince Edward Island to Caribou, NS www.ferries.ca • Portland, Maine to Yarmouth, NS www.ferries.ca • Argentia and Port Aux Basques, Newfoundland to Sydney, NS www.marineatlantic.ca Cruise travel is on the rise with most brands including the Canada New England cruise itinerary on their

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All visitors entering Canada by air, land, or sea are required to carry a valid passport and, in certain cases, a visa to be eligible to enter Canada. All persons entering Canada must fill out a declaration for Canada Customs. For additional information on Customs Arrangements for conference delegates and exhibitors, please contact: Customs and Immigration Information Canada Border Services Agency Ottawa, ON, Canada K1G 4K3 Tel: 1-800-461-9999 www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca

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Alexander Keith’s NS Brewery 2. Art Gallery of Nova Scotia 3. Bishop’s Landing 4. Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 5. Casino Nova Scotia 6. City Hall 7. Halifax Convention Centre 2017 8. Cunard Centre 9a. Discovery Centre 9b. Discovery Centre Dec 2016 10. Ferry Terminal 11. Government House 12. Halifax Citadel National Historic Site 13. Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market

14. Historic Properties 15. HMCS Sackville 16. Maritime Centre 17. Maritime Museum of the Atlantic 18. Murphy’s the Cable Wharf 19. Museum of Natural History, (Nova Scotia Museum) 20. NovaScotian Crystal 21. Neptune Theatre 22. NS Sport Hall of Fame 23. Old Town Clock 24. Province House 25. Scotiabank Centre 26. St. Paul’s Anglican Church 27. VIA Rail Station 28. World Trade & Convention Centre

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Atlantica Hotel Halifax Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel 3. Cambridge Suites Hotel 4. Hampton Inn by Hilton 5. Homewood Suites by Hilton 6. Courtyard by Marriott Halifax Downtown 7. Dalhousie University 8. Delta Barrington 9. Delta Halifax 10. Four Points by Sheraton Halifax 11. Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel 12. Haliburton, The 13. Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites 14. Prince George Hotel, The

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LARGEST ROOM (# PPL)

TOTAL SPACE (FT2)

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3,720

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9,000

Best Western Plus Chocolate Lake Hotel

142

3,283

200

4,800

Cambridge Suites Hotel Halifax

200

1,140

3,000

Chateau Bedford

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1,200

100

1,800

Courtyard by Marriott, Halifax Downtown

125

1,213

120

1,534

Delta Barrington

4.5

200

1,473

120

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Delta Halifax

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296

4,124

450

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Four Points by Sheraton

177

4,860

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Future Inn Halifax Hotel & Conference Centre

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132

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Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel

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352

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Hampton Inn & Homewood Suites by Hilton

316

2,111

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Holiday Inn Harbourview

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Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites

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3,264

500

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Residence Inn by Marriott

900

Westin Nova Scotian Hotel

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310

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Atlantica Oak Island Hotel & Marina

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Fox Harb’r Resort

2,760

200

3,360

Oceanstone Resort & Meeting Place

1,192

100

2,186

White Point Beach Resort

123

2,900

300

7,800

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ROOMS & SUITES

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Dalhousie University & Summer Housing

1,041

150

50,000

1,000

339,000

Saint Mary’s University

500

100

5,600

600

30,000+

CONVENTION CENTRES ____________________________________________________ PROPERTY NAME World Trade & Convention Centre

# OF MTG ROOMS

LARGEST2 ROOM (FT )

20,000

LARGEST ROOM LARGEST EXHIBIT (# PPL) SPACE (FT2) 1,800

40,000

TOTAL SPACE (FT2) 100,000*

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30,000

3,000

50,000

120,000

Cunard Centre

45,000

3,000

45,000

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UNIQUE HALIFAX VENUES Hosting a meeting or convention in Halifax means taking a break from the boardroom! Our city offers a variety of unique venues your delegates won’t soon forget. Imagine a shipboard reception, harbourside meeting, or a seminar surrounded by beautiful artwork. It’s all possible in Halifax. Here are just a few venues that will add a special touch to your event. ALDERNEY LANDING

Gracious meeting rooms overlooking the Halifax Harbour are attractive, accessible and affordable - perfect for your reception, dinner, seminar, press conference or gala.

ALEXANDER KEITH’S NOVA SCOTIA BREWERY

Custom packages, dinners, or receptions for up to 100 guests. The venue features an award winning theatrical Brewery Tour (led by character actors in period costume) with traditional Maritime songs and beer samples.

ART GALLERY OF NOVA SCOTIA

A spectacular setting for your presentations, performances, parties, and receptions. An 80 seat theatre, flexible seminar space, beautiful galleries, and on-site caterer make it a picture perfect venue.

CANADIAN MUSEUM OF IMMIGRATION AT PIER 21

Canada’s Immigration Museum hosts events of all types – from casual meetings to high profile conventions and trade shows. Award-winning national attraction, rich in history, with harbour views and functional spaces to ensure that your next special event will be memorable.

The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia

CASINO NOVA SCOTIA

On the Halifax Waterfront, the Casino’s two unique, special event rooms cater to all meeting & convention needs. Add exciting gaming, dynamic dining, and topnotch entertainment to create an unforgettable experience.

CUNARD CENTRE

A renovated cargo shed overlooking Halifax Harbour. 45,000 sq. ft. of column free space, with easy load in – ideal for concerts, trade and automobile shows, gala dinners and fundraisers. Accommodates 2,000 person dinners, 3,000 person receptions and concerts. Divides easily for smaller groups.

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DISCOVERY CENTRE

Reserve this unique facility for cocktail receptions or lunchtime presentations from 10 to 300 people. A 65-seat theatre hosts meetings, press conferences or presentations; and the exhibit area is ideal for fun receptions and parties. The Discovery Centre’s new location opens on the Halifax Waterfront in late 2016 with four new floors of incredible, interactive, and innovative rental venues perfect for events of all sizes.

HALIFAX CITADEL NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

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seminar. The lobby hosts receptions or special events and the boardroom hosts 20 person meetings & presentations. Halifax offers many unique venues for meeting and conventions, each with something special to offer. Whether it’s a picturesque harbour backdrop or an intriguing historical setting, Halifax venues will provide a memorable experience for your next meeting or convention. Cunard Centre at Pier 23

experience complimented by modern day conveniences. The Citadel can accommodate group dinners, receptions, outdoor concerts, and meetings all in an historic setting. Hear the skirl of the bagpipes, the boom of the cannon, chat with a soldier and enjoy one of Canada’s most visited National Historic Sites.

HALIFAX CENTRAL LIBRARY

Turning heads in the city’s downtown core, this newly opened library boasts modern and stylish meeting facilities, social areas, and performance spaces.

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MURPHY’S THE CABLE WHARF

Offers numerous dining and entertainment experiences: a fleet of seven diverse charter vessels, including a Mississippistyle sternwheeler and tall ship, are available for private bookings for groups up to 200; Murphy’s Restaurant (with picturesque view of Halifax Harbour) for private parties up to 235-385.

NEPTUNE THEATRE

Intimate theatres offer excellent acoustics, state of the art lighting and audio equipment for your next concert, business presentation or

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MARITIME MUSEUM OF THE ATLANTIC

Located on Halifax’s waterfront, steps from all major hotels, spectacular harbour views, perfect for receptions, dinners and meetings for up to 250 people. Add a tour of the renowned museum exhibits.

MEMORY LANE HERITAGE VILLAGE Award-winning Heritage Village just a 50 minute drive from Halifax. Costumed guides and authentically restored buildings depict a typical 1940’s rural Nova Scotian village. Famous “Cookhouse Chow” and warm, rustic atmosphere will delight your guests.

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Take everything you know about business meetings and toss it in our beachside bonfire. Bet you can’t do this in the city!: Take a hike... a dark sky, night hike.

It’s hard to explain how we roll here on Nova Scotia’s spectacular South Shore. First, you’d have to imagine a natural, oceanside setting that inspires painters and poets – then lace it with 87 years of legendary hospitality. Next, think beyond our state-of-the-art, light-filled meeting rooms and

Set off for a hike along the beach with our National Park interpreters. (It’s not just Founders Lounge singers that appear after dark!)

picture a brainstorming session on a paddleboard, out on the lake. Envision teeing off, and golf

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perfect for team building.) Think about meeting at the beach, a mussel bake, or book a unique

Our Acadia First Nations guide will take you through 10,000 years of local Mi’Kmaq history and ancestry in Atlantic Canada. (A trip to the spa also works wonders!)

Wharf to White Point before you can say, “meeting adjourned”.

Our Chef is a stickler for fresh, local fare. Sample a real Taste of Nova Scotia meal and learn firsthand about our local lobster industry with fisherwoman, Sarah Allen.

Art... for wine’s sake.

Create an original piece of art while sipping local wine. We call it Brush with Good Cheer... you’ll call it fabulous!

balls veering from green to deep blue sea. (Yep, we have a seaside, CPGA-rated golf course that’s and informative ‘Gone Crabbing’ session with out friends at Keji Seaside. (Please, no crabby boss references!) You see, sitting around in windowless city meeting rooms just isn’t our style. We meet, paint, and sip wine. We meet for Christmas parties. We meet, surf, and laugh about it afterward over a local craft beer. We meet on cottage porches, or by the pool, hanging on to the firm belief that the best social networking is face to face. White Point meetings often involve s’mores, or tossing axes. And we meet over yoga and wine tasting – although never at the same time. So let’s meet and talk about your next gathering for 2 or 200. We’ll take what you know, and design an all-inclusive event that’ll blow your expectations out of the water (that you can see from every

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PRE AND POST CONFERENCE As Atlantic Canada’s entertainment and cultural capital, Halifax is a melding of old and new worlds. Modern office towers of glass and steel stand beside historic buildings that once stored the booty of privateers. HALIFAX REGION

Located on the second largest natural harbour in the world, life here revolves around the sea and the surrounding areas offer plenty of fun activities on land, water and in the air...one of life’s few places where you can enjoy urban flair and coastal retreats all in the same day! Halifax truly is a vibrant urban centre resting on the edge of nature.

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SOUTH SHORE

From the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Old Town Lunenburg to the inspiring views of the coast and its 40 plus lighthouses, this area of Nova Scotia is home to some of our most recognizable and acclaimed icons including the Bluenose II and Peggy’s Cove.

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YARMOUTH & ACADIAN SHORES

This is where the land meets the sea, and where English and Acadian cultures coexist. Traditions, music, and food have been more than preserved here – they flourish. Discover dark skies with brilliant stars like nowhere else - the region is part of North America’s first certified starlight destination.

BAY OF FUNDY & ANNAPOLIS VALLEY

Hike to the top of 300 foot cliffs overlooking waters where whales come to mate, play and feast on plankton. Experience the thrill of

rafting the world’s highest tides, then walk or dine on the ocean floor when tides drop the height of four-story buildings. This area boasts two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Joggins Fossil Cliffs and the Landscape of Grand Pre, which is home to 11 wineries.

NORTHUMBERLAND SHORE

As the birthplace of New Scotland, the cultural roots of early Scottish settlers run deep here. Retrace the steps of Scottish immigrants at the Hector Heritage Quay. This shore is also Nova Scotia’s beach destination where you’ll find long

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“The natural and historical attractions in and around Halifax make the delegates excited about their visit. A lobster dinner is always a hit.” - AI/GI/CRV 2015

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as Fortress of Louisbourg and Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Sites.

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WE’LL HELP YOU PROMOTE YOUR HALIFAX EVENT Looking to boost attendance and raise excitement for your Halifax event? Destination Halifax can help with complementary group servicing tools. Our customizable online ePortal is ideal for announcing conference news and details, not to mention generating excitement around your agenda and our city. Destination Halifax promotional videos and our online image gallery will enhance your conference websites, presentations and literature. Promotional booths and banner displays are available for you to use while in Halifax. Services include: • The Greater Halifax Visitors Guide and other collateral material for inclusion in your delegate kits • Official letters of invitation or

“The Maritimes are well known for hospitality. This was the fourth time Halifax has hosted the GA (1975, 1980, 1993) and we had quite a reputation to live up to as all our past GAs were great successes. This fourth one lived up to expectations!” - ROYAL ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY OF CANADA GENERAL ASSEMBLY

welcome from either our Municipal or Provincial government • One-sided Halifax photo paper and postcards for overprinting and pre-conference promotion to potential delegates • A personalized “Order of Good Times Certificate” (from North America’s oldest social club) for

your out-of-province delegates. • Use of @meethalifax on Twitter to share the latest Halifax meeting and conventions updates, and local conference hashtag

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HALIFAX, ATLANTIC CANADA’S PREMIER MEETING DESTINATION. WE’VE BEEN warmly we l c o m i n g g u e s t s for centuries. Our harbourside cit y and close proximity to nature create a memorable backdrop for meetings & conventions. Discover our legacy of service excellence, including genuine hospitality, outstanding customer service, unique venues and award-winning culinary expertise.