These days, sustainable events are on the minds of many event planners, as well as attendees. The goal is for planners and participants to both take…
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Hub350: A focal point for Ottawa’s technology sector
Canada’s capital has been a major technology hub for decades. Now, a new multipurpose coworking and meeting space in the city’s Kanata North…

Outdoor venues and meeting spaces in Ottawa
Ottawa has perfect outdoor venue options to host meetings and events this summer.

Reimagining a meeting venue for sporting events
Looking for a venue that can transform itself beyond expectations? See how the Shaw Centre in Ottawa adapted and successfully hosted a wrestling tournament.

Current food and beverage trends for meetings and events
Explore some of the food and beverage trends that event and meeting planners are following while considering COVID-19 restrictions in 2021 and beyond.

The future of risk assessment and crowd management for events
Learn with Professor Keith Still the science and tools used to effectively assess and manage risk around events and how COVID-19 has impacted crowd management systems.

Ottawa has proven itself a winning city for sports events
Ottawa has successfully played host to several major sporting events in the past few years, including wrestling, basketball, volleyball, rugby, and…

Member spotlight: The Canadian Museum of Nature
With its historic castle-like setting, modern amenities and engaging exhibits, the Canadian Museum of Nature is an ideal meeting venue in one of…

An open letter to Ottawa business, academic, and association leaders
By working to build your profile, you will help our business events industry return to its place as a major contributor to Ottawa’s economic well-being.