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What If Single-Use Event Materials Could Become Circular In 3 Easy Steps? The simple blueprint to build into your event planning - and keep your materials out of landfill. The simple blueprint to build into your event planning - and keep your materials out of landfill. STEP 1. Start Thinking Circular About Your Materials Signs. Banners. Lanyards. Event textiles. These are already line items in your event budget.

The simple blueprint to build into your event planning - and keep your materials out of landfill. Signs. Banners. Lanyards. Event textiles. These are already line items in your event budget. The missing piece is simply what happens to them when the event ends - and whether a plan, a budget or both need to be put in place now. Making that decision before the event starts can be the difference between keeping materials in motion and having the venue waste stream become the default.

Nestled in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Canmore and Kananaskis is a mountain region unlike any other. Unspoiled, authentic, and deeply welcoming, here are five reasons it deserves to be on your list of meetings locations. A scenic 70-minute drive from Calgary International Airport makes Canmore one of Canada's most accessible mountain destinations. Private charters, daily shuttles, and free public transit connect your group once they arrive.

Selecting the right destination has never been more important. Today's meeting and event planners are looking beyond venue capacity—they're seeking destinations that simplify logistics, support sustainability goals, inspire attendees, and deliver measurable value.

Vernon is the Okanagan's best-kept secret for meetings, but it won't stay that way for long. The Okanagan Valley has plenty going for it—but the further north you go, the quieter and more authentic it feels. Vernon offers something increasingly rare in the meetings world: genuine character, exceptional outdoor access, and a local hospitality scene that's stayed true to itself. Here are five reasons it deserves a serious look.

A key component of the Worth It initiative is reinforcing the value of the business events industry. A new report from Destinations International (DI) does just that by shedding light on the role of the visitor economy—of which business events are a key part—contributes to Canada’s export growth. Developed in partnership with EY-Parthenon, the report examines how inbound visitation contributes to long-term trade performance, investment and economic development.

Discover how a change in setting can transform the way your team connects, plans and innovates. At Ste. Anne’s, every meeting is elevated through inspiring spaces, restorative surroundings and thoughtful hospitality designed to spark creativity and meaningful collaboration. Set among historic country landscapes, Ste. Anne’s offers a serene escape where teams can gather to celebrate achievements, brainstorm new ideas or simply unwind together.

There is something so alluring about escaping to the mountains. Whether you’re looking to take your incentive group on the ultimate bucket-list adventure or gather your delegates to a place that inspires big ideas by simply glancing out the conference room window, Whistler provides the setting for an unforgettable group event. Kick-start your planning with these helpful tips on designing the perfect program in Whistler, BC. Whistler works beautifully year-round, but each season has its strengths.

Rethinking Holiday Traditions Through Wellness Gatherings As an event planner, you know December isn’t just the most wonderful time of the year. It’s also one of the most demanding. End-of-year budgets, last-minute corporate parties, and clients chasing that elusive “wow factor” all converge, just as teams themselves are running on empty. But here’s the truth: more isn’t always better. Adding noise to an already chaotic season can leave attendees feeling depleted rather than inspired.

Planning a business event isn’t just about filling a room with people - it’s about creating the right atmosphere, one that sparks new ideas, builds connections, and leaves a lasting impression. That’s exactly what you’ll find in Waterloo Region, a community that blends innovation, hospitality, and just the right touch of personality. A little bit of this, a little bit of that. Put it all together and you get unforgettable business events.