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ven the best of neighbours can surprise each other. Take a closer look at Calgary and you’ll find some amazing things you probably didn’t know about this thriving city to the south. That’s where Meetings + Conventions Calgary (MCC) comes in. As your go-to source for everything about holding a meeting or convention in Calgary, MCC will show you exactly what the city is all about. Formed as a partnership between the Calgary Hotel Association and the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, MCC is the first organization of its kind in Canada. We’re still a new organization, but we bring a wealth of experience to the table. We are high energy! MCC is a one-stop shop for meeting planners, corporate clients, government and association executives. Since our connections run so deep, event planners have unfettered and direct access to suppliers without any hassles of dealing with each facility on its own. We are in the business of energy. We partner with you to produce the results and success you expect. Energetic, engaged, resourceful, helpful, professional and proactive, we produce results and successes. We have a great amount of Western pride in being collaborative and innovative at every step, and our services are 100% free.
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Let us show you why Calgary is the prime location for your meetings and conventions. You can expect an ease of doing business like nowhere else. Integrity, transparency, accountability and enthusiasm are trademarks of our unique brand of Western hospitality. Let us show you why Calgary is the prime location for your meetings and conventions.
An Event Planner’s Dream With delegate capacity of up to 17,000, more than 12,000 guestrooms and over 1.2 million square feet of meeting space, Calgary has no shortage of options for event planners when you work with MCC. Related services abound, catering to the whims of all types of travelers and planners alike. Calgary has more than 100 years of experience in hosting international events. Larger venues such as the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre, the Calgary Stampede’s BMO Centre and many smaller venues are easily found depending on your needs.
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With 8,000 hectares of parkland within the city, it’s also just an hour’s drive to the vistas of the Rocky Mountains and all of the cycling, hiking, biking, skiing and snowboarding you can desire. Why Calgary Did you know ginger beef was created in Calgary in 1974 by a chef at the Silver Inn? Probably not. Well, it’s the stuff of Calgary legend, but obviously the city is vastly different from those days. Today, Calgary is a prime example of one of the cities that can boast some of the world’s most creative chefs and the best restaurants, offering up culinary delights ranging from AAA Alberta Beef to the tastes of the most refined palettes. It’s just one example of an ever-evolving city that is now on the leading edge of the most cosmopolitan trends, from cuisine to arts and culture to a vast array of outdoor and indoor amenities. Big ideas are born under the big skies of Calgary, set with rolling foothills to the west and sunset views of the Rocky Mountains atop the Calgary Tower. It’s a city that inspires.
action, numerous golf courses, mountain climbing, cross-country skiing - we’re just getting started. MCC will guide you through the options so you’ll feel like an expert. Calgary plays host to 23 major annual festivals each year, not to mention the action of the Calgary Stampede. You can bobsleigh at WinSport’s Canada Olympic Park, enjoy a day at one of many spas or perhaps opt for a quiet stroll along the Bow River in Prince’s Island Park in the glimmer of downtown’s skyline. Browse the more than 1,000 boutiques and shops in the city’s core; whatever your tastes, you won’t be disappointed with your selection of amenities. Year-round major attractions include: • Calgary Stampede • Calgary Zoo • WinSport’s Canada Olympic Park
Pre + Post With 8,000 hectares of parkland within the city, it’s also just an hour’s drive to the vistas of the Rocky Mountains and all of the cycling, hiking, biking, skiing and snowboarding you can desire. Fly fishing, horseback riding at ranches surrounding the city, the equestrian prowess of Spruce Meadows, local rodeo
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• Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame • Heritage Park • Fort Calgary • TELUS Spark Science Centre • Glenbow Museum • Calgary Tower
EASY MEETINGS
We make it easy for your event, large or small, to be a success. Book your next meeting or conference here, and enjoy state-of-the-art facilities, professional support and great rates. We offer over 6,000 square feet of meeting space, and 159 guest rooms, all with beautiful open spaces and great natural lighting. High-speed wireless internet is offered throughout the property, and complimentary parking is available for all guests.
DELICIOUS MEALS
All catering is prepared fresh, in-house daily from our team at Ric’s Lounge & Grill. Whether it’s a small boardroom meeting, to a large banquet style dinner, our team can work with you to create a tailor made meal crafted from the freshest ingredients.
LOYALTY COUNTS
Four Points by Sheraton is part of Starwood Preferred GuestTM, the world’s leading loyalty program. Sign-up and become an SPG member to start accumulating points for every meeting or event you book. Accumulated points can then be used by you for free hotel nights at Starwood Properties around the world.
Ric’s Lounge & Grill Four Points by Sheraton Calgary Airport 2875 Sunridge Way NE, Calgary, Alberta For more information, visit us online at: www.fourpointscalgaryairport.ca or call 403.648.3180
In the centre of downtown, you can tap into the resources of the Global Business Centre, which has evolved into a hub for local and international business. A Global Corporate Energy Centre The energy of this adrenaline-fuelled city can be found in the heart of the oilpatch. Calgary’s status as the home to the majority of Canada’s oil and gas production companies, major pipeline operators, oilfield service and drilling companies and energy-related engineering and consulting firms makes that clear. Calgary’s finance and business industry has experienced record growth in the last decade to keep up with the fast pace of the energy industry. In the centre of downtown, you can tap into the resources of the Global Business Centre, which has evolved into a hub for local and international business. Calgary also has the second-largest number of head offices in the country and leads the nation in technology startup companies. Calgary is all about energy, but there’s much more to it than that. MCC helps you make those connections in every industry.
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A Transportation Gateway The Calgary International Airport (YYC) has rebranded itself and is undergoing a $2 billion expansion and facelift, including a new 300-room hotel, the largest runway in Canada and the new International Facilities Terminal. The city’s light rail transit (LRT) system has recently undergone a major expansion on several of its lines, making it even easier to get around the city. Wherever you’re going – and however – any mode of transportation you need is within walking distance. The team at MCC will help you navigate any challenge.
Experience with Western Hospitality From our famous White Hat ceremonies to the volunteer spirit of Calgary, everybody leaves the city with different memories. You can feel the cowboy spirit alive and well. The Smithbilt cowboy hat is an internationally recognized symbol of the city, but it only scratches the surface. It’s a city with a healthy balance of work and play, and a unique diversity that celebrates all who come. As a city with a large migration from other parts of Canada and abroad, we’re used to visitors and we welcome them.
Arts and Culture Smile, relax and take in one of the shows at the estimated 190 venues for live performing arts around the city, including the EPCOR Centre for the Performing Arts. Cruise the city’s art galleries, discover the Glenbow Museum or take in the eclectic spirit of the 23 annual
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festivals held in Calgary each year. It is a social, creative, innovative, energetic arts and culture scene that runs late into the night and early into the morning. The Cantos Music Foundation and National Music Centre is set to undergo its transformation to become a stunning gateway to downtown’s thriving and vibrant cultural district.
Feel the Energy The Global Petroleum Show comes to town and brings 63,000 delegates every two years. It’s a shining example of the city’s concentration of energy firms as displays go up and equipment is loaded into position at this trade show and industry networking event. Joining their Canadian counterparts, the city is also well-known as a hub for some of the world’s largest international oil and gas companies. It’s often said that Calgary is a big city that feels like a small town. That’s due, in part, to the high concentration of oil and gas workers, executives and high-powered decision-makers – all within walking distance of each other in the city’s core.
A Technology Hub Not to be overshadowed by the dominant energy sector are the thousands of thriving technology startups, from the smallest ventures to sudden success stories that explode. Calgary is home to the largest number of technology startups per capita in Canada. Innovation breeds creativity. That takes knowledge and ideas to new heights. The information and communications technology (ICT) firms also cater largely to the energy sector, directly benefiting from the wealth generated in that industry.
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The Weather When a city can go from -20 degrees to 5 degrees above within a matter of hours, it brings instant reprieve from a few of those prairie winter days. Calgary is wellknown for its extremely warm and welcomed Chinooks. When it is cold, there’s always an extensive indoor elevated 15 degree pedway system that allows pedestrians to skip the winter weather altogether. Calgary is also surprisingly close to many other types of climactic zones. To the southeast, you have the blistering heat of the badlands under a sunny summer sky. To the west you have warm winter days in the summer at the top of some of the highest peaks in the Rocky Mountains. It’s a unique mixture, so layer up.
Not to be overshadowed by the dominant energy sector are the thousands of thriving technology startups, from the smallest ventures to sudden success stories that explode. Calgary is home to the largest number of technology startups per capita in Canada.
SucceSSful MeetingS Start at the Coast Plaza Hotel and ConferenCe Centre Business class comfort with 248 spacious guestrooms and suites. Versatile Meeting Facilities with over 20,000 sq. ft. of function space. Exceptional catering. Our skilled chefs will create fresh delectable fare capable of pleasing all tastes. Distinctive Facilities. Horizons Bistro, Barringtons Lounge, Jimmy’s Nightclub, Indoor Pool, Fitness Centre and Sauna. Complimentary parking and internet.
All inclusive meeting packages starting from $55.00 per person. For more information contact us at The Coast Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre 1-800-661-1464 or 403-248-8888 1316 33rd Street NE, Calgary, Alberta www.calgaryplaza.com
Dedicated to providing you with attentive service, a professional image and a memorable experience.
Calgary’s accommodation and hotel options are continuously expanding. What’s New Calgary’s accommodation and hotel options are continuously expanding. Opening in 2013 is the 120-room Radisson Hotel and Conference Centre Airport East, featuring five banquet rooms totaling 13,500 square feet that can accommodate up to 600 people. Additionally, the Fairfield Inn by Marriott will open adjacent to Central Memorial Park and will include 124 guest rooms, a workout facility, valet parking, and a restaurant.
Your Partner in Planning Focus your energy and get ready. MCC is the ultimate partner and will work with you every step of the way when planning a meeting or convention. Our energetic team is resourceful, proactive and professional – we are the doers. We cover every
angle of your event as your trusted advisors. We offer our services free of charge to help you plan a successful event. • Research to find meeting rooms, exhibition halls and hotel rooms that will best suit your needs • Coordination of your requests for proposals with hotels, venues and DMCs • Creation of detailed and personalized presentations of all Calgary services, events and attractions • Production of bid documents • Recommendations on rate negotiations and site availability • Assistance of a convention services manager • Assistance in identifying local leaders and setting up a local organizing committee for your event • Development of customized promotional and attendance building tools tailored to your event • Assistance in logistical support and organizing pre/post/spouse programs
MCC is the ultimate partner and will work with you every step of the way when planning a meeting or convention. Our energetic team is resourceful, proactive and professional– we are the doers.
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CALGARYʼS PREMIER CONFERENCE HOTEL The Deerfoot Inn & Casino
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We’re here to make your meeting or convention a huge success. Let our professional team handle all the details for you.
We Offer 327 Spacious Guest Rooms And We Feature:
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Meetings + Conventions Calgary offers a turnkey solution for all your event and convention planning needs. We are ‘the’ resource and will work with you as your one-stop shop and your Partner in Planning. Start planning your event today! Jennifer Solanne Stewart Business Development Manager info@meetingscalgary.com 403-261-8568
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Space is never an issue. Calgary has 1.2 million square feet of meeting space.
With room for up to 17,000 delegates, it’s easy to host small or large groups.
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Calgary is a catalyst for opportunity. An entrepreneurial spirit energizes the city, making it the perfect place to talk prospects, profitability and possibilities.
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