Canadian Special Events Magazine - Fall 2018

65 MAKE A LIST & CHECK IT TWICE; YOUR GUIDE TO THE PERFECT HOLIDAY PARTY IN CALGARY

68 HO-HO-HOST BETTER EVENTS AT THE REC ROOM

71 HOT HOLIDAY HIT LIST

87 4 HOLIDAY TREES WITH A TWIST

89 CREATIVE HOLIDAY COCKTAILS BUBBLY RECIPES FOR YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY

97 HOLIDAY GUIDE DIRECTORY

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ummer weather may still be dropping by Toronto, but in mid-Canada it’s been snowing since late September. And, the snow is not the only signal that autumn has arrived. The start of party planning madness is a sure indication that we are headed into that frosty festive season filled with corporate holiday parties, so now feels like the ideal time to release our second annual Corporate Holiday Planning Guide.

This issue is bursting with fresh ideas and cool planning inspiration from across the country. A few of my favourites include our Top Holiday Hot List for 2018 with advice and predictions from trendsist Janice Cardinale, our annual Cocktail Collection, Hala Bissada’s personal journey through a Digital Detox and of course my piece on Feathers and Blooms; an Obsession with Food Art. Plus, we feature three spectacular Event Reports from Canada’s most amazing corporate planners including Eatertainment Catering & Events (Toronto), POP Kollaborative Live Experience Agency (Calgary) and Senik Events (Montreal).

Inside, you will also find a directory of official CSE Endorsed Vendors, providing everything you will ever need to plan a successful and stress-free holiday event, including catering, decor, branding, entertainment venues, games, novelties, and even event crafting. What is a CSE Endorsed Vendor?

It’s our newest offering to our readers; a curated list of event vendors that we have personally vetted and verified as being reputable and considered the best in Canada. Look for more talented and respected vendors online in our new listing site and app launching this winter. The app will provide you with a comprehensive national directory at your fingertips of reviewed and trusted event suppliers you can confidently reach out to for support no matter where in the country you may be planning.

I hope this seasonal issue helps you create magical events and meaningful memories for your clients, friends, colleagues and community. Feel free to send us an invite; we would love to send one of our CSE elves to drop in and experience your holiday miracles so we can snap a few pics and share them with fans.

Happy holiday planning,

Modern Events that mesmerize

Experience hospitality from the heart, in a historic downtown Toronto location.

Whether you want to celebrate in Ricarda’s Restaurant, The Atrium, Attico, or in all three spaces, let the team at Ricarda’s turn any option into an event backdrop to remember. Enjoy custom chef-created menus, exquisite bar service, and endless possibilities all in the same ultra-chic surroundings.

Location:

134 Peter Street

Size: 8000 square feet

Capacity:

Atrium: 700

Ricarda’s Restaurant: 230

Attico Bar: 60

By Hala Bissada, CFRE | Photography by Kevin Pollock

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-- Deepak Chopra

Last year, my boyfriend Kevin bought an expedition 10-day cruise to the Arctic in a live auction at an event I was producing. He extended the holiday by adding a few days in London, Paris and Oslo, for a total of 21 days. You would think that I would be ecstatic; instead, my first thought was how can I be away from the office for that long? I have a business to run.

But then I took some time to reflect and realized that was ridiculous. Everyone needs to unplug and recharge and I deserve it just as much as anyone else. So I decided I was going to use this vacation as an opportunity to attempt to “go off the grid,” for the full three weeks and share my experience with our readers, which in my heart I knew was going to be easier said than done.

If you live the questions, life will move you into the answers.

Unfortunately the days I spent in London and Paris were, as Kevin called them, “epic fails” at disconnecting. Unbeknownst to me, he captured some of those moments (see inset photos). Having access to the internet, and making no concerted effort to unplug, made me completely accessible. On a day to day basis, I was still in touch—conversing with clients and answering emails.

For me, my obsession is email—always wanting to be on top of work and making myself accessible to my clients. I have never, despite the type of work I’m in, engaged much in social media. I’m not sure why, but it doesn’t really interest me, although I do see its merits as a communications tool. However, what I see more are the devastating and toxic effects it has—especially on the younger generation, and I

don’t like what I see. The never-ending stream of content, or as I call it the “bottomless bowls,” which like a drug creates an addiction (take a moment to watch people on the TTC, or in restaurants, or lining up for groceries, they are all staring down at their phones), the social pressure and constant competition of having to show that your life is more exciting than your friend’s life (proven to create unhealthy feelings of jealousy, envy and loneliness causing depression), anxiety, sleep deprivation, FOMO and so much more. More importantly, the inability for young people to build truly meaningful connections by actually talking to each other— eye to eye, face to face (i.e., real social interaction); or their inability to be alone and find true meaning in solitude. It saddens me greatly.

Epic fail #18: Oslo Airport on the way home. Checking emails again.

Epic fail #5: Tourist Excursion to St. Paul’s Cathedral in London. Speaking to potential client.

ALL PHOTOS BY KEVIN POLLOCK

Majestic Blue Iceberg with Kittywakes

Reindeers on the mountain.

ALL PHOTOS BY KEVIN POLLOCK

Fortunately, on the 10-day arctic cruise, I had no choice but to go off the grid. I had absolutely no access to wifi or cell service and no TV. In hindsight, it was a blessing and I want to share with you what I discovered or rather rediscovered.

I thought it was going to be harder than it was. The reality was that I had advised all my clients that I was not going to be accessible, and I had no choice. It was liberating. As I sent my last email to my assistant letting her know that we were disembarking and that I would reconnect with her when I was back in Longyearbyen, I truly left my work behind without remorse.

It turned out to be a trip of a lifetime. I met extraordinary people who I truly got to know (I will now always have a place to stay in various parts of Australia). We learned all kinds of things about each other, and we laughed a lot. I read two books. We kayaked almost every day. We saw

some of the most breathtaking wildlife—polar bear, blue whale, walruses, artic foxes, reindeer, the cutest bird called kittywakes and so much more. The landscape was spectacular—the blue icebergs were majestic, the glaciers stunning. I’ve shared with you, some of the most incredible photos taken by Kevin.

I’m so glad I got to experience it. As our expedition leader said, “I hate to be a Debbie Downer, but this may not be here in 20 years.” The Arctic is one of the world’s few remaining areas of pristine beauty and the one most threatened by global warming and oil exploration. I would encourage you to experience it if you haven’t already.

I grabbed hold of the opportunity to “be present.” To really enjoy and relish the “moment” is to be totally free. Now that I’m home, there are little things I do for myself to help me be present. I don’t look at my phone for the first hour of waking up. I do not take my phone into the gym. Every day after work, I ride to Cherry Beach with my dog Sushi and take her to the leash free park for a walk (1 hour round trip with no phone). I’ve rediscovered kayaking and taken it up as a hobby (I only use my phone to take pics). I don’t look at my phone during meals, and I don’t look at my phone during family get-togethers or outings with my friends. My advice to anyone is finding those personal ways that can help you to unplug, if just for a short time.

On my next vacation, I’m going to commit to deliberately disengaging. I realize how important it is to live in the moment. It helps you to mentally re-energize, makes space for highly important creative thinking and provides you with the capacity to empathize and connect with others.

For more creative event solutions from Hala Bissada, follow her on twitter and facebook at @HalaEvents.

-- Buddha

Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment. “

ALL PHOTOS BY KEVIN POLLOCK

A new trend is emerging People are learning to switch off technology like phones, laptops and TVs to get a break from the digital world. This allows one to reduce stress levels, focus on reallife social interaction and improve mind, body and soul. Below are some helpful tips to help you do a digital detox. Starting with small changes in your daily life you can make a huge impact.

PRE-CLEANSE: Let your clients, friends and family know that you will be taking a digital break and to expect less or no contact for a specific period of time.

SWAP: Choose to read a book instead of watching TV, listen to a pod-casts during a commute.

SET RULES: Exclude technology at certain times of the day. For example do not look at your phone for the first hour you wake-up, no phones at the dinner table, no phones when out with friends or when you are walking the dog or driving.

TURN NOTIFICATIONS OFF: When you don’t know you are getting messages, emails etc. You don’t need to feel the need to check your phone every time a notification pops up. If you're allowing yourself to get interrupted all the time, you never can focus.

TAKE A DETOX HOLIDAY: Totally give up electronic devices on vacation—turn them off for the entire trip or even go to the extreme of leaving them at home. There are also tour operators that specialize in detox holidays. You’ll save money by switching off data roaming.

TECHNOLOGY FREE ROOM: Ensure you have one room in your house that is totally free of technology where you can go to relax.

NEW HOBBY: Learn something new; a language, yoga, learn to paddle board, play an instrument, cook, or start a garden etc.

WORK-FREE WEEKENDS: If possible, keep your weekends to yourself and keep workrelated matters to Monday to Friday.

MINDFUL PHONE USE: Take advantage of apps like the Mute, Moment, Off-Time or Freedom apps that can help you track how often you use your phone each and set daily limits, The Forest app will grow a tree, eventually a forest, but fiddle with your phone and the tree dies.

APP PURGE: Delete apps from your phone.

BEDSIDE MANNER: Don’t use your any tech before bedtime and don’t keep your phone by your bed, Make your bedroom a “no-tech” zone.

PAPER IS GOLD: Read an actual book or newspaper instead of using a tablet.

LIMIT THE NO. OF SCREENS: Do you ever watch television while scrolling through your Instagram at the same time? Make a habit of looking at one screen at a time.

SOCIAL MEDIA DETOX: Limit time on social media apps.

AT THE WORKPLACE

The following tips are to assist you in being more productive at work:

PHONE BAN: Ban phones during meetings. PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN: Don’t look at your phone or check emails for a period of time so that you can concentrate on key tasks.

TEAM SHARING APPS: To avoid looking at your phone constantly use team sharing apps that increase productivity and optimize company workflow.

TAKE A WALK: Get up off your seat periodically, and go for a walk to clear your mind. If you wear a smartwatch set it to remind you to get up and stretch.

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It’s a sweltering Tuesday near the end of August, and Monica Zatorski, a sales representative at RE/MAX Eastern Realty, is preparing to organize her firm’s Holiday Season Client Appreciation Movie Day – this family event is their way of thanking clients for their patronage.

“Typically, we hold the event on the last Saturday of November or the first Saturday of December, depending on the holiday blockbuster release dates from year to year,” she explains.

This will be the Realtor’s 12th consecutive year hosting the popular festive family event at Galaxy Cinemas Peterborough.

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“Our numbers have been steadily growing over the years,” she said. “Last year, we had over 1,100 of our clients come out to enjoy a movie on us.”

As one might imagine, with more guests come unforeseen challenges, but Zatorski's confidence in Cineplex's ability to find customized solutions to any issues that may arise gives her peace of mind.

For the Cineplex team, the increase in guests was an easy fix. “We staggered RE/MAX's movie start times which helped alleviate traffic and congestion at registration and concession lines” explained Ryan Carty, general manager at the theatre in Peterborough.

“The feedback has been great,” Zatorski shared. “I get phone calls every year asking what the date is and which movies we’ll be screening, from clients and realtors alike.”

A MULTI-VENUE EVENT FOR A NATIONAL HOLIDAY CELEBRATION

Meanwhile, from her office in Toronto, Nancy Gregorio, events manager at Invesco Canada is anticipating her company's Client Appreciation Holiday event which occurs in several Cineplex theatres across Canada simultaneously.

With approximately 150 guests per theatre, two-to-four theatres per event—and only one Cineplex point of contact with whom she must coordinate logistics— planning a nationwide event can be accomplished relatively easily for Gregorio.

"Hosting our event at Cineplex theatres gives our sales teams a great opportunity to interact with their clients and get to know their client’s families on a personal level," she said. "And our clients love it—it’s a Saturday morning that they can spend with their families."

This year, Gregorio has reserved a private group screening of Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch for the event. "We’re already on the list for Toy Story 4, coming out in 2019," she chuckles. "One of the biggest advantages of having a wonderful relationship with Kristen Hughes, Cineplex event manager, is the ability to book movies well in advance of the release date."

Cineplex offers a number of on site extras, in addition to film viewing and concessions, including expanded breakfast, lunch and reception menus, photo booth rentals and big-screen video game tournaments to entertain a diverse crowd.

Having a captivated theatre audience also provides companies with an opportunity to promote their brands with a presentation before the film begins, a task made easy through the use of the theatre’s in-house AV system.

For more information on planning a blockbuster event your guests will gobble up this holiday season, contact Cineplex.com/MeetingsPlus .

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EATERTAINMENT'S WHITE HOT SUMMER NIGHTS

Every year, Eatertainment Events & Catering throws their Beats + Eats Bash in Toronto, a fabulous showcase for loyal clients and industry colleagues to debut their fresh ideas of food, drinks, decor & entertainment. This edition entitled 'White Hot Summer” took place at their headquarters at 29 Booth Avenue.

Guests, who were asked to wear something white or hot or white hot entered into a flower garden complete with an operating swing and edible sweet tree with hanging truffles, hand painted chocolate and mini desserts courtesy of Delysées .

The theme was carried throughout the event from the heavenly white clouds set above the seafood station and cocktail bar to the fully enclosed 10-foot high white balloon DJ booth which provided huge wow factor in the middle of the space.

The 'Chill Out' room was encased with a custom holographic vinyl wrap courtesy of Get Wrapped. Inside, guests discovered a nostalgic soft serve cereal bar with childhood favourites toppings like Lucky Charms, Cocoa Puffs, Cinnamon Toast Crunch and custom sprinkles in fun colours like Unicorn Glitter and 'Graffiti. Comfort food Mac & Cheese wheel was served out of a large Parmesan cheese and accessorized with selections ranging from jalapeños to Cheetos.

The back alley was outfitted as a Moroccan style lounge with plush purple couches from Divine Furniture Rental and DJ's Spectrum Agency spinning in two areas throughout the evening.

Toronto's viral sensation drag queen Sofonda Cox performed three songs, beginning inside and inviting everyone outside for the finale as she did a quick change to reveal her Carnival-inspired ensemble.

Graffiti artist Duro the Third painted a live mural during the event, a new take on the common celebratory saying 'Eat, Drink, and Be Merry' which summarizes the party and Eatertainment's philosophy perfectly.

For more inspiration from Eatertainment Events & Catering, visit www.eatertainment.com .

EVENT PARTNERS:

Caterer & Event Planner: Eatertainment Events & Catering

Photographer: George Pimentel

Photo Booth: So Pro

Desserts: Delysées

DJs: Spectrum Agency

Sound & Lighting: Q Productions

Florals: Bloom Plus

Furniture: Divine Furniture Rental

Food & Bev Rentals: Event Rental Group

Vinyl wrap on glass 'Chill out Room': Get Wrapped

Graffiti Artist: Duro the Third

Drag Queen: Sofonda Cox

Grass Carpet: Reznick Carpets

Seafood Bar: Iceman

AWARD CATEGORIES

With 22 exciting categories to enter there is an opportunity for everyone to take part for a chance to win BIG prizes AND bragging rights to say you are the best! 2018 prizes include advertising packages worth up to $10,000. Any Canadian company can enter the awards; check the website for rules and guidelines.

Best Technical Support for an Event

Best Audio Visual Design for an Event

Best Event Photography

Best Event Produced for a Corporation by 3rd Party Planner

Best Event Produced by an in House Planning Team

Best Event Planned for Private Individual/Group/Cause

Best Fundraising Event

Best Public Event/ Carnival, Fair or Festival

Best Entertainment Production

Outstanding Logistical Achievement

Best Conference

Most Creative Catering for An Event

Best Overall Catered Event

Best Event Design Concept $0-$30,000

Best Event Design Concept $30,000 - $80,000

Best Event Design Concept $80,000+

Best Wedding Under $75,000

Best Wedding Over $75,000

Most Creative Table Design

Best Experiential Marketing Event

Most Outstanding Event Up to $200,000

Most Outstanding Event Over $200,000

Best Entertainer in (Region)

Best Caterer (in Region)

Cocktail Event inside the Atrium.

IT’S CALLED & IT'S IMPRESSIVE THE ATRIUM

134 Peter Street in Toronto, started out as the Weston biscuit factory. Over the years, development and demographics brought change to the neighborhood but 134 stood the test of time until it's dramatic one of a kind renovation that perched two office towers over the century-old original building. Now known as QRC West, this iconic Toronto space is home to Ricarda’s restaurant and it’s three unique event venues.

Guest arrival can be arranged through the stunning Atrium, a dramatic open event space dominated by three colossal interlocked 70’ delta frames. This grand architectural statement, juxtaposed against the exposed brick, glass, and original stonework is impressive. The spirit of the original, century-old facade softens the contemporary elements to create a guest experience that’s both intimate and grand at the same time.

That sense of grandeur and warmth continues into the main dining room of the restaurant and in Attico, a charismatic space that’s all but hidden with no signage to advertise it; you have to know about it to know about it. It’s the ultimate spot for events with around 35 guests wanting to celebrate in privacy. It can also be incorporated as a stand-alone space within the Atrium, creating different areas of interest within one event.

The amazing event spaces are only part of the story though. Ricarda’s is serious about serving the event market. Their experienced in-house event team understands the needs of today’s busy event planners. Their service is personalized; a

partnership that’s customized to the level of support the planner or event may need, working alongside your team or stepping back and assisting when the need arises. Their only goal is to help clients execute their original masterpiece, one that matches the planner's vision, no matter the size or type of event.

Food is of course at the foundation of a great event and Ricarda’s culinary team is on the cutting edge of artistic cuisine. Guests experience seasonally focused menus celebrating the distinction of locally sourced ingredients and a worldclass kitchen using modern techniques to create modern Mediterranean dishes. Freshly baked breads, handtossed pasta and small plate tapas are just some of the inspired selections found on the Ricarda’s menus.

Event after event the Ricarda’s venues at QRC West deliver the ultimate in food and service, in a stunning one of a kind environment. This historic space books up fast so if you want your guests to experience Ricarda’s this holiday season, be sure to book early!

To see more photos, view the menu and request a quote at, visit www.ricardas.com.

The Atrium is contemporary yet classic. The Restaurant is sophisticated yet warm. Attico is charming yet awe-inspiring! “

Ricardas restaurant dining space.

Guests dining inside Attico with a birds eye view of the Atrium.

Exterior of the Atrium.

Creative food placentation.

Open kitchen concept.

#InstaLOVE: Feathers & Blooms

SEVEN INSTAGRAM FOOD ARTISTS TO FOLLOW NOW

If you haven’t noticed Instagram exploding with Food Art, then you are not plugged into the right feeds, or you need to get your teenager to show you how to use the app because there is a global fixation with this mind-blowing culinary design. I am captivated with the thought process that goes into these pieces and the sheer artistry of their work which is why my fall Instalove is dedicated to seven fabulous food artists who deserve global acclaim for their talent and skill. Take a peek and obsess with me for a minute. I promise you too will be hooked.

#chefsroll #chefstalk#chefslife #chefstyle

#gourmetartistry #gourmet #kitchen #kitchenlife #instafood

Follow him at @chef_yankavi

Mustafa Yankavi at Turkish Culinary, Antalya, Turkey

Photo: Crab tartare. #food #chefs#chefsofinstagram

Follow him at @chef_michel_lombardi.

Chef Michel Lombardi, Moscow, Russia

Photo: Summer treat: garden greens, red carrots, green caviar and apricot pearls. #nord55 #culinaryarts #clinarychefsportal #gourmetartistry

Karlheinz Hauser, Heitersheim, Germany

Photo: Who doesn't love a canape tree?

#suellberg #karlheinzhauser #fingerfood

#hausercatering #hamburg #elbe #view

Follow him at @karlheinz.hauser

Ucok Sahrin Gultom, Medan, Indonesia

Photo: Cheese blueberry chilled | lime streusel | handcrafted edible painting. #ucokgultom #pastry #dessert #cheese#blackberry #gastronomy #gastroart#chef #cheflife #theartofplating#chefsofinstagram #gourmetartistry

Follow him at @ucokgultom

Chef Richard Knott, Tucson, USA

Photo: Roasted Vegetable Rosettes, Spinach/ Basil Pesto Sauce, Asparagus Puree, Golden Beet Coulis, Marinated Cucumber, Pickled Red Cabbage/Onion Petal

#chefwords #culinarychefs #gourmetparadise #chefslife #ArtOfPlating #worldofdining

#gastronogram #foodartchefs

Follow him at @chefrichardknott

CELEBRATING CANADIAN SPECIAL EVENT PROFESSIONALS

MARCH 26-28, 2019 | TORONTO, ON

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Christine Wong at yommme®, New York City, USA

Photo (above): An edible garden of fruit flowers. #mangorose #kiwirose #goodwaterfarms

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Photo: Zucchini coriander. #instagramanet

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Chef Michel Lombardi, Moscow, Russia

Photo: Green apple pearl sorbet, and glass sugar. #gastroart #theartofplating #artofplating #culinary #buzzfeast #fooddesign #truecooks #culinaryart #chef #foodplating Follow him at @chef_michel_lombardi.

BRILLIANT MARKETING EVENT GETS

TOP EXECS STUCK ON DUCKS

The name Ducks Unlimited may conjure up images from the American commercials about hunting but in Canada, Ducks is all about conservation. Ducks Unlimited wanted their attendees to understand and become passionate about their brand, be educated as to the importance of the work and to become raving fans regarding the conversation, education and experiential offerings (wetland tours, bird-watching, etc.) at the conservation sites.

Ambassadors passionate about the wetlands and moving the Ducks Unlimited brand forward, including Laureen Harper, former wife of Stephen Harper.

To achieve this, Blakes came on board as a supporting partner and brought in international awardwinning Pop Kollaborative, a Calgary based live experience agency to help move their community investment forward by helping Ducks Unlimited get the exposure and impact they needed. Rather than take the marketing campaign to the streets, as one would typically do for a public awareness campaign, POP decided to flip the script and bring the event inside. Choosing instead to connect with top-level female corporate executives, creating dozens of believers able to leverage their personal and professional influence to champion the organization.

One of the things that makes this an absolutely brilliant marketing exercise was the fact that unlike a fundraiser for a cause or a well-known charitable event, the attendees at this event were not familiar with the brand and its purpose and needed to commit to their valuable time to learn about something that they may have no interest in. This was a calculated campaign to break down pre-conceived ideas about Ducks Unlimited (that was if the attendees had ever even heard of the organization).

To do this, the POP team needed to get them intrigued enough to commit to attend. The solution? Hand deliver 3-dimensional invitations to 1000 possible attendees (yes hand delivered). Over the course of one day, an assortment of 1000 mini decoy mallards and ducks nestled in a faux nest with a wrapper explaining the request for their time were sent floating out across Calgary to top female executives.

Women in the Wetlands was presented from an artistic and sophisticated perspective that appointed the wetlands landscape on a residential scale. Stephanie Dunn of Décor & More Inc., worked with Ken Kristoffersen, President of POP Kollaborative and Meghan Hird, Director - Live Experiences to imagine and design this space to use every opportunity to create excitement, passion and showcase the vital role Ducks Unlimited plays in the health and safety of our fragile ecosystem.

10’x 16’ custom printed backdrops anchored multiple educational destinations set within the space. For example, guests were able to look at a contemporary image of blue agate stone and associate it with a topographic map of the watershed. These backdrops were placed for balance throughout the marketing experience and were further elevated by residential lounges, coordinating with individual pieces of art and educational activations.

This was a calculated campaign to break down preconceived ideas about Ducks Unlimited."

1000 mini decoy mallards and ducks with a wrapper explaining the request were sent out across Calgary to top female executives.

This intuitive companionship rejected any reason for the guest demographic to feel displaced while championing an otherwise masculine brand.

These education stations highlighted specific areas of Canadian Wetlands. Including Wetland Ecosystem/Water Plants, Watersheds/Wetlands Landscape, Water Bird/ Wetland Conservation, Marshland/Swamps and Waterways/Iconic Geographic Habitats. Each zone was anchored with a scientist who educated guests while having them participate in interactive experiences.

Much like the wetlands horizon, multiple opportunities for seating and mingling mimicked the outdoor landscape. Unique pockets of unexpected soft seating, in seasonal hues, were colour blocked strategically throughout the space. Organic accents and ambient candlelight added a feminine touch, with a direct connection to the Wetlands by the use of polished stones, authentic, and coloured water, in designer glassware. Representative of the wetlands and the outdoors, they showcased several shades and finishes of wood. High-top tables and dining height communals remained linen free and complimentary to the surrounding décor.

Food stations and bars were set as companions, with oversized cat tail installations offering guests easy access to food and beverage.

Hand delivered 3-dimensional invitations.

Instead of setting it up like a tradeshow or exhibit where each guest has a linear flow experience, POP used an uber creative design to resemble a pinball game whereas guests turned, they came upon something new. If they came out of one education experience, they bounced into another and finally the piece de resistance.

To touch, move and inspire guests to learn more, engage more and support Ducks Unlimited, the POP team brought in live birds of prey. From owls to a live eagle and a little duck Rowan, each guest was able to experience the majesty of these amazing animals and take a photo to mark the experience to send out on social media hopefully.

Central to the space was the ‘POP UP’ wellies station!

To thank the attendees for their time, Ducks provided each

attendee with rubber boots. POP suggested these would not only be useful post-event, in rain, snow or a visit to the wetlands, but the opportunity to set up a boot shop and have guests wear the boots at the event was another way to fully immerse them in the experience.

Created with a series of darkly stained cabana structures at two different heights, the ‘stop and shop’ activation served as an area to size and fit hundreds of woman with identical rubber boots. Interior to each cabana was a trio of rustic shelving, used to display the boots and to quickly re-stock. In-house pillars served as the perimeter to our store, with loaded skids and boot filled boxes piled high around them. Unique benches manufactured from recycled skids were stained in a dark expresso to refine the look, allowing guests to sit and get just the right fit.

Of course, no regular boot would do, they needed to be of exceptional quality as the attendees more than likely had their Wellies or Hunter Boots at home. After much research POP recommended Kamik boots because Kamik’s brand and culture aligned beautifully with that of Ducks Unlimited. Not only are they a 119-year-old Canadian brand, they run a zero waste operating practice and the boots are all fully recyclable and can be dropped off at partner retailers. With no time to brand the boots “Ducks Unlimited”, a creative solution was resourced by having 3M create a small logo made (only one per set of boots to add design interest) from optically clear 3M substrate. During the event, guests exchanged their stilettos and Jimmy Choos for a pair of Kamiks. Guests put their footwear into the boot box, labeled the box with their name and then it was up to POP to organize them all at the departure area where they could pick them up quickly and easily.

From the logistics side, it was quite the challenge to get the boots outfitted with attendees completely unaware they will be leaving with a pair. It was a surprise to them and in turn the team didn’t have any sizes. Despite all this, there was not one single mix-up, and over 200 guests spent three hours in their boots that evening. Now that’s engagement!

The Ducks Unlimited creative campaign designed and executed by POP Kollaborative was a tremendous success not only in engaging an otherwise missed consumer of the Ducks Unlimited brand but also, and by surprise, unexpectedly contributing to the raising of $100,000. At the very last minute, in the back of the event the team set up a small donation area to ensure they didn’t miss any opportunities and to their surprise the event raised $100,000.00 in a short 3 hours.

Find more inspiration from POP Kollaborative at PopHasAWebsite.com

EARLY-BIRD DEADLINE: DECEMBER 15, 2018

FINAL DEADLINE: JANUARY 15, 2019

Canadian Special Events Magazine is proud to announce the launch of the Canadian Event Venue Awards (CEVA). This exciting and groundbreaking awards program is designed to showcase, recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements in event venue management, innovative venue design, venue marketing, in-house catering and planning and customer service. The competition will highlight venue excellence not only in business but also the venue's location, features and creativity.

STEP OUT OF THE

AND ON TO THE Boardroom Boardwalk

We all know the beauty that is Muskoka and the stunning topography that makes up this region, with its towering trees and Canadian shield glistening just under the water’s edge. We think of Muskoka as a summer destination for thousands and a playground for the rich and famous. Muskoka is also a world-class conference destination and among the many spaces for corporations to send their teams to recalibrate and regroup, Severn Lodge stands out as one of the shining jewels.

What sets Severn Lodge apart is that it was designed with an understanding of what “retreat” really means to a corporation and the specific needs that accompany that kind of guest experience.

As one of Ontario’s premier waterfront resorts, it has been a favourite meeting place for nearly 100 years. Since its’ historical beginnings in the mid-1800’s, careful attention has been given to preserving the timeless beauty of this bygone era, yet

Located in the heart of the world famous Muskoka-Georgian Bay lake district and nestled along the picturesque shores of Gloucester Pool, Severn Lodge is just 90 minutes north of downtown Toronto, but a world away in experience.

Located in the heart of the world famous MuskokaGeorgian Bay lake district and nestled along the picturesque shores of Gloucester Pool. “

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providing all of the modern amenities one would expect. The turn of the century ambiance presents itself in striking detail throughout the resort . . . from the classic white clapboard buildings with crisscross log detail, to the architectural cobblestone sidewalks and classic red rooftops.

A collection of buildings surrounding the Main Lodge make up the guest quarters; each with a view of the waterfront, and arranged to provide privacy and intimacy to small groups while not being too disconnected from the services and amenities high-end clients are used to. All rooms are elegantly designed with the things guests love in a cozy suite such a flat screen TV's, telephones, fridges and of course a lakeside patio/deck.

The resort offers fine country dining and well equipped meeting and conference facilities, a dedicated meeting & conference planner, in-house audiovisual equipment, a variety of modern business services, and pre designed team building activities to ensure you are away from it all, but with all the up-to-the-minute amenities today’s meetings demand. The entire resort including delegate accommodations and meeting rooms is serviced by free wifi.

A beautifully secluded and well appointed resort is only part of the requirements for a successful meeting. True, clear fresh thinking is typically one of the desired outcomes of a corporate retreat. The client looks to provide a place for their guests to

With over 2,000 feet of pristine shoreline and hundreds of acres of spectacular forested lands, the recreation opportunities are endless.

breathe, to regroup, to engage in meaningful activities and take part in conversations that deliver results. Having a venue that is built with that in mind is a significant step toward reaching those goals.

And when the work is done, a world of recreation awaits your group both on the property and in the surrounding area. With over 2,000 feet of pristine shoreline and hundreds of acres of spectacular forested lands, the recreation opportunities are endless. Delegates can explore spectacular pine clad islands and quiet, sheltered coves. There's pedal boating, kayaking, canoeing, stand-up-paddleboarding, water trampoline, tennis, shuffleboard, horseshoes, mountain bikes, and a heated outdoor swimming pool and hot tub. They’ll hike on trails in some of the most beautiful woods they have ever seen, or have a nostalgic cruise aboard a 37' classic 1922 Ditchburn motor launch. The lodge even offers fishing boats for those who want to get out on the water and catch that trophy fish.

Severn Lodge, a world class family owned and operated meeting and events destination for nearly a century is dedicated to providing the highest standards of hospitality and personal service. Your guests will experience the ultimate getaway, your clients will experience five star service and you will work alongside a team dedicated to ensuring the ultimate success for your next event.

Learn more about Severn Lodge at www.severnlodge.com

TESLA STORE MONTREAL LAUNCH

Everyone knows that short notice events are on the rise. What was once the exception is now the rule in which and planners are being given incredibly challenging timelines to create miracles. Whether its a function of corporations not wanting to commit too far out, or a case of economic uncertainty, the fact is, planners need to be ready and able to execute with preposterous notice.

A shining example of this is Montreal based planner Sénik Events who were given precisely 9 days notice to unveil the new Tesla Montreal store while promoting the new P85D model, the fastest electric car ever produced.

The Californian company had already successfully organized the launch of the Toronto store before Montreal, but they were having Quebec-related-issues, notably with the city regulations, or finding suppliers that would fit into Tesla corporate look and mold.

Timing couldn't have been tougher with the event scheduled for early December, a time when most high-level vendors are busy with pre-planned holiday events and supply for elite rental items is at an all-time high demand.

The Quebec electric car market was not yet flourishing, so the goal of the project was to provide guests with a live experience which would reflect the sophisticated image that the Tesla brand represents, not just offering a look at the product.

The idea of a test track was an unusual and challenging project for the team and the client, especially with 9 days from concept to execution. It was a strategy to demonstrate to Quebec’s customers the performance and capacity of an electric car versus a regular car.

It was initially supposed to be within Tesla’s parking lot, but only three days before the event, Sénik’s leads realized after a few test runs (with the brand new P85D cars, brought in expressly from California) that the track was too short and narrow.

The goal of the project was to provide guests with a live experience which would reflect the sophisticated image the Tesla brand represents. “

In Montreal, any city permit requests must be made at least 15 day prior to the event and can be very expensive. After many negotiations with commercial neighbors and the city, the S é nik team was able to obtain their permits within 36 hours to close an adjacent street and a permit for the tent installation on a public road.

When guests arrived at the event and realized that not only could they see the cars but they could also experience them, the response was overwhelming.

The brand marketing agency was over the moon, the event proved ROI by the increased notoriety of the Tesla brand and increased sales in Quebec.

Short notice is a thing… as planners, we are like Superman, faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive, able to leap tall buildings in a single bound... OK, well, at least tall timelines.

This event is an example of how successful event producers like Sénik are able to adapt and react to the increasing demand for last minute high end events.

View more inspirational projects from Sénik Events at www.senik.ca/en .

With headquarters in Montreal and Quebec City, Sénik has been leading the event industry for 15 years. The company specializes in the creation, conception and execution of cultural, corporate and institutional events and works with clients large and small in Quebec and across Canada.

The most important added value that we brought to this project is our vast knowledge of the Quebec market. With the great partnerships we have built with our suppliers, we were able to deliver to Tesla a fast and efficient service.

-- Sébastien David, Co-owner and President of Sénik Events

MAKE A LIST & CHECK IT TWICE

YOUR GUIDE TO THE PERFECT HOLIDAY PARTY IN CALGARY, AB

Whether you are a seasoned planner in Calgary or you were just given the task of planning your company’s holiday event, this time of year is always hectic and stressful. But there is help on the horizon and the planning process can be more manageable with a game plan and a few essential tips. The secret to success is contacts. Knowing the right vendors and the building good relationships so that when you call for that last minute item, you forgot to book, or the client changes the menu three days out, you can call it in and save your perfectly planned party.

PLAN WITH A PURPOSE

Is it a swanky opportunity for the employees to let loose and shake off the stress of the year? Are families welcome, and do you need to plan some activities for children? Is it a themed event or just an elegant reception? Will it be a sit-down meal with wine or cocktails? Once you’ve established your theme and style, the planning will be more comfortable. Don’t skip this step because you think your budget is low, any event of any size needs a solid vision; it’s what guides all your decisions.

FIND YOUR LOCATION ASAP

Calgary is a city of diversity. There are hundreds of unique venues that are conducive to a wide variety of event styles. Here are a few of our top picks.

Spruce Meadows with its beautiful grounds and multiple rooms fits large or small groups. The Hangar Flight Museum, with its staged relics from centuries past, the conversation starters are never lacking. The Commons in Inglewood is an excellent location for a multi-faceted cocktail party. It’s posh—but unassuming—and puts a modern spin on a heritage building. Assorted rooms create cozy mingling corners and beg for Gatsby or Speakeasy themes.

Hoping to reduce the carbon impact of your event? At Ralph Klein Park, the fusion of nature and architecture is seamless. It’s a spot that takes green energy to the next level. The surrounding plains create a serene setting that makes for a great party any time of day. Why not try an eco-themed brunch?

Hotel Arts and the Hyatt Regency rank high on hotel venues and in spaces like these, which cater to guests 24/7 you always know your every need will be taken care of, plus the food at both venues is incredible.

Calgary Stampede sets itself apart with its unique and expansive spaces and in-house planners ready to make your event dreams come true. Finally, Bow Valley Ranche Restaurant features the warmth of a blazing fire and can accommodate either dinner and dancing or elegant, stand-up reception with Chef-attended stations and unique food display installations.

CREATIVE ENTERTAINMENT IS A MUST

Calgary offers a limitless array of options from bands to DJs, live painting to dinner theatre, casino tables to improv and comedy. How about a sommelier educating your crowd on a variety of pours, a chef leading a cooking class or a drumming circle to help your group find their rhythm.

Calgary offers some of the most talented corporate entertainment in the world.

Some of our favourites Wayne Lee, PM Gigs, Tim Decker, Callback Entertainment, Dueling Pianos, Vocalist Jenn Beaupre and Fuze Entertainment.

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LET’S TALK FOOD

Traditionally, most holiday parties fall under the category of plated dinner, buffet dinner or cocktail reception. The style of food service that chooses will dictate the flow of the entire event so be sure you think it through. A good tip for deciding on your catering is to determine the tone. Is it formal or low key, is it a come and go event, or will there be a set time you want guests to attend. Is it adventurous or are you going for a refined atmosphere? Get this locked in early and this will shape the planning process.

Most chefs are always excited to bring in a specialty item that speaks to your client’s brand. For example, you could integrate corporate colours in the dessert by adding an airbrushed garnish or create a themed charcuterie board with items that allude to the company’s industry. Maybe a branded spring roll on edible rice paper or use your brand's power words to create word themed food stations.

Adding a cocktail hour takes the pressure off guests to arrive right after work and sets a relaxed tone for the event. Innovation in food art and styling has become a worldwide trend and Calgary chefs are known for creativity so don’t be afraid to ask for customization. Go online for inspiration and bring your ideas to the catering manager.

Active stations with an interactive element create engagement.

“Make Your Own” bars are always a hit, as are Brazilian meat carving stations, ice cream bars, and craft cocktail making. For a seated event, opt for a unique course such as a sommelier to pair small pours with each meal or a tableside-tossed Caesar salad. For desserts, get guests off their seats with innovative options like nitrogen ice cream or 2-minute cookie baking.

When budget matters, buffets offer the most value. Partner with your décor company to theme your buffet stations and add interesting elements like ladders and pillars, antique bookshelves, artisan vases or hutches to display food; or even actors dressed in inspired attire to serve the meal.

Calgary offers a wealth of options to help you throw a successful and memorable holiday event. If you are looking for a planner, call POP Kollaborative, One West Events, e=mc2 events, Jennifer James, Details Event Management or Boom Goes the Drum

For all your catering needs call Great Events Group.

Great Events began as a small catering company over thirty years ago and has grown into one of the top food & beverage holding companies in Calgary. Housing eight unique brands, Great Events Group is proud to occupy specific s in Calgary’s food service industry and to provide excellence in service to both corporate and social clients. In Calgary, Great Events Catering is your one stop shop for outstanding design, food styling and menus. Get more inspired by visiting GreatEventsCatering.ca.

BETTER EVENTS AT THE REC ROOM HO-HO-HOST

Let's be honest, most employees nowadays would rather not celebrate the holiday season sitting with their colleagues at an extravagant table in a boxy ballroom listening to a presentation about the year's endeavours. It's overdone.

"We tend not to do that at our holiday parties," said Faye Tsimicalis, office manager at Ultimate Software. "My VP is more informal and prefers to walk around and talk to people one on one or in small groups."

With the median age of its staff approximately 30 years old, Ultimate Software is especially mindful of catering to the

preferences of its people. So much so, in fact, that its company mission is People First.

“The Rec Room makes everybody feel special and included,” said Tsimicalis. “No matter what age group you're in, you can go there and have a good time.”

Tsimicalis hosted her company's most recent holiday party for nearly 100 people at The Roundhouse, The Rec Room's Toronto location. Known for its 40,000 sq. ft. of entertainment and gaming, The Roundhouse features a variety of physically and mentally stimulating games, an immersive virtual world

and live entertainment featuring some of the hottest DJs and musical performers.

"As a software company, many of our staff are engineers and spend much of their time working at their desks. The Rec Room is a great environment where they can socialize and have fun," explained Tsimicalis. "We weren’t stuck in a room all night".

A diverse mix of people and personalities, the Ultimate Software team has various food restrictions, according to Tsimicalis. The Rec Room offers unique holiday menus to suit a variety of palates and accommodated all dietary specifications.

With two restaurants onsite—Three10, featuring an array of cuisine inspired by Canada's varied landscape, and The Shed, a ‘gourmet donut bar’ and poutinerie—dining is considered, by many, another of the venue's sensational experiences.

The Rec Room also has an extensive beverage menu which includes a wide range of local and international brews, wines for any occasion and handcrafted signature cocktails.

Since many of Tsimicalis’ coworkers don’t drink alcohol, it was important to her to throw a party where her colleagues didn’t feel pressured to indulge.

“Drinking seems to be a popular office-party theme at some companies, whereas, at The Rec Room, there are lots of other fun options, which is perfect for us," she said.

The Rec Room comes already decked and prepped to rouse the holiday spirits of any unique group of coworkers and clients, but be sure not to wait until snow falls to book your event.

“I started planning our holiday party in July or August because The Rec Room is a popular place,” said Tsimicalis. “I wanted the right room and the perfect date that would be ideal for my whole staff."

With locations in Calgary, Edmonton, London and Toronto, The Rec Room is currently taking reservations for the 2018 holiday season for parties ranging from 15 to 1,200 people.

To Ho-Ho-Host Better Events, visit TheRecRoom.com

Edible flowers are totally hot right now in everything from ice to cakes to cocktails.

HOT HOLIDAY HIT LIST

Most people call this Fall, but in the event industry, we call this time of year, the start of the busy season. This is when we stay glued to our favourite blogs to find out what’s trending at holiday events from coast to coast. As a planner, you want to impress your clients with the latest trends and most innovative ideas, but if you don't do your research, your holiday party could look just like last year’s and eventually end up on repeat. So instead of leaving you on autopilot, CSE Mag turned to one of the country’s leading trendists, Janice Cardinale for a sneak peek at her predictions for Holiday 2018.

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DECOR

EARTHY SANTASCAPES

Another leading trend for holiday 2018 includes uber natural event decor with a focus on winter, frosty and woodsy environments. Immerse guests in an outdoor holiday theme complete with real trees, fresh pine scents, log seating areas, cozy electric fireplaces, warm apple cider and snow-covered pathways. Use scattered twigs, deer and wooden moss. Holiday inspired candle holders, coniferous wreaths and seating in hues of chocolate, golds, vibrant greens and forested colours.

Call Corrine Kessel at Greenscape Design & Decor to help you achieve this woodsy feel.

RETRO CREATIVITY

Straight from the runways of Europe, this holiday season be inspired by the fashion industry’s obsession with electric. Think ultraviolet or purples and rich, deep blues married with gold accents. LED installations and design are sought after for charged excitement; design trends veer toward the hot sexy with electric-hued animal prints, nylon, and reflective fabrics. Anything brilliant is huge right now.

LUSH AND SPARKLING

Wrap your guests in luxe, warm whites and soft hues of blue this year. White faux fur, gilded glass and sparkling crystals take the lead as the most popular design trend. Soft aura like lighting patterns, add depth and visual cues throughout the room so you can’t help but feel immersed and cozy. Snow globes, suspended or tabletop versions will be big along with hanging white florals. Ask Stefani Dunn at Decor & More Inc for their signature winter wonderland eventscape.

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BALLOONS

Balloon backdrops came back last year and the trend continues bigger than ever. An inexpensive way to add sparkle and decor to your office party by buying dozens of balloons in your corporate colours, add stick glue adhesive and dip them in gold confetti. Tie them together and be ready for lots of social media posts. Balloon Corporate Events is your go-to for anything that floats.

GEOMETRIC SHAPES

Sharp, edgy angles are at the top of the decor trend right now and holiday events are walking the line. We’re seeing gorgeous metal shapes and octagonal designs hanging from the ceilings, being used in tree decor and in wall and floor patterns. Imagine Santa’s colours of red and gold used to create a geometric floor bar and wall decals. Elizabeth Stanley in Vancouver, Designing on the Edge in Calgary and Stardust Events in Toronto all have the design eye to bring this look to life.

TIME TO CELEBRATE!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE PROFESSIONAL PLANNERS AT THE REC ROOM.

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NON-TRADITIONAL SEATING

SAVE A SEAT FOR THE FESTIVE SPIRIT

Just hanging out at the holiday party? Give guests fun seating options this year. Communal tables are great, but we’re over it. Why not try hanging chairs, bean baggers, tall stools around super slim tables, teetertotters, shaped couches that span the length of the room with matching prints and solids and multi patterned chaise lounges. There are limitless options for giving guests a place to chill, so mix it up. Detailz Couture, Event Rental Group, Luxe Modern Rentals or Essential Event Rentals in Toronto, C&T in Winnipeg or Loungeworks Vancouver have the top selections to give you the ultimate in seating choices.

ENTERTAINMENT

Escape rooms or escape themes are still topping the list as an interactive and light-hearted social event for holiday 2018. If your group wants to forgo the traditional holiday soiree, then fear, terror and suspense are always an option. Carolyn at Eclectic Events plans “killer” theme events.

Step aside America’s Got Talent, The Idea Hunter and Kulkat Entertainment have a fully customized show ready for the holidays called 416BOTS. The very first show of its kind in Canada featuring live LED performers choreographed to sound and light.

PERFUME BARS

The passion for the perfume bar is still going strong. Give guests the chance to blend their custom scent and take it home in either a branded micro bottle or for smaller budgets a scented branded ribbon they can tie around their wrist. Aromachology is our favourite vendor for this.

Crafting the Bar is an interactive activity that’s fun, friendly and artful. Guests do not want to just be served anymore; they want to take part and learn something new. Either hire a local bartending service to set up a cocktail making station or do it yourself with easy to organize ingredients and IPADS with simple creative recipes. Try out Drinksmith in Toronto, Strong Bartending in Edmonton or EVENTURE GROUP in Montreal.

ROCK THE RUNAWAY

Fashion shows are uber chic right now at every kind of event. Everyone loves to shop, and everyone loves beauty, so let's face it, combine them and you have a happy crowd. Mini runways can be created just about anywhere from staircases to balconies. Engage a talent agency like The Idea Hunter to design your very own holiday show. Michelle at Paradigm Events is Canada’s leading event fashionista and specializes in fashion-forward events.

GREETERTAINMENT

DRESSED FOR THE OCCASION

Costuming is in high demand and trending now; we will also see this move forward into 2019. For those planners with the budgets, think about adding costumes to your servers, hosts, and bartenders. What a great way to create the ultimate immersive environment.

Talk to Vancouver Prop & Costume Ltd or Theatrix Costume House in Toronto.

FOOD

MINI FOOD

Mini food still reigns supreme. Everything is pint-sized and adorable from cookies to tiramisu, mac and cheese to tomato soup and Crème Brûlée to macaroons. Micro is magical for holiday 2018. Ask Gourmet Cuisine in Toronto, Great Events in Calgary, Whisk Catering in Edmonton or Toque Catering Company in Victoria to help you design your mini menu.

BUD-ERTAINMENT

Reinventing is what we are all about and staying in tune with top event industry changes is akin to being on top of your game. To that end, theBudTenders has arrived. Corporate events may not be quite ready to embrace this trend, for obvious reasons but for weddings and private affairs, this is a thing that is here to stay. Stay tuned in the new year for how these cannabis experts will serve up some high times at your next event.

KOMBUCHA COCKTAIL

Throwing an earthy-inspired event, kombucha cocktails are said to be healthy and very popular right now. The trend was seen at Coachella and carries forward to markets around the world. Try it and you might be surprised.

EDIBLE SELFEES

INFUSED ICE

DESSERT DECORATING

BUILD SWEET MEMORIES WITH GUESTS

We are sooo over the donut wall – but we are excited about dessert decorating stations. A big idea for parties, this trending dessert idea can be coordinated through your caterer or even your local bakery who would be more than happy to hook you up with everything you need to give guests a chance to customize their own slice of holiday fun. Le Dolci Bake Shop , Patricia Cakes or The Purple Cake (Toronto), SWIRL Custom Cakes (Calgary), Jenna Rae Cakes (Winnipeg) and Hey! Cake This! (Vancouver).

OTHER WAYS TO MAKE THIS THE BEST PARTY OF THE YEAR

Diversity. It’s never been more critical to offer inclusive event options and create a hospitable environment for everyone.

One way to do this is to remove the traditional gender-based elements from your event. Another is to offer foods from around the world, incorporate different languages in your decor and your greeting committee or give gifts that speak to inclusion. There are so many ways to provide a safe and welcoming environment for everyone – why not consider this your 2018 holiday mission.

WANT A LITTLE PEEK INTO 2019?

Janice has a knack for calling the colour of the season long before anyone including Pantone predicts it, so let's see if she's right for 2019. Her prediction for the Pantone color for 2019 is Scarlett Red.

To make sure your events are cutting edge and current in 2019, Janice suggests you look to these three inspiring design trends: Kabuki’s Kingdom inspired by Japanese Theater; Fleurista Vibrant Ditsy Florals and Retro Blooms; Disturbed Optimism - the "new" buzzword after disruption.

A self-proclaimed design junkie Janice Cardinale is passionate about the creative process and is attracted to experiences, colours, shapes, patterns, decor, design music, F&B, lighting, dance, movies, books, venues, restaurants, travel… you name it, all kinds of inspirations. The love comes from her never-ending curiosity for all things new – always seeking fresh and vibrant ideas, because that’s what her clientele expects from The Idea Hunter and it is her mission to give it to them. Find the season's trendiest entertainment ideas at TheIdeaHunter.ca.

4 HOLIDAY TREES WITH A TWIST

This year why not take a breather from the traditional tree and create something out of the box that is better for the earth and will definitely be a showpiece for your holiday gathering. We love these four creative and unique ideas which would be perfect for the office and at home. What's also nice about changing it up to a non-traditional tree, especially in the office or public spaces, is that it removes the religious holiday connection and allows for a more inclusive environment for those who celebrate in different ways. Get everyone involved in contributing and helping to collect the items required to build your unique version.

COCKTAILS CREATIVE HOLIDA

BUBBLY RECIPES FOR YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY

The holiday issue would not be complete without a guide to the season’s TOP trending cocktails. From sweet and playful spirits to flirt-worthy fruit inspired frozen drinks, to a modern twist on the holiday classics, read on and discover what your favourite bartenders will be serving up at your 2018 soiree.

MASSKARA

This refreshing, citrusy, berry infusion uses dark rum, elderflower and lemon to start and then calls for the bold shot of fresh blackberries to create its rich colour and taste.

• 1/2 oz. Don Papa Rum

• 1/2 oz. Elderflower Cordial

• 1/2 oz. Lemon Juice

• 1 Egg White

• Grapefruit Bitters

• 5 Blackberries

• Edible Flowers (optional)

Mix ingredients, garnish with blackberries and serve in a short stem wine glass.

ROSEMARY WHISPER

This soft and creamy drink is a festive treat and is reminiscent of old fashioned egg cream.

• 2 parts Vanilla vodka

• 1 part Fresh Sour Mix

• ½ part Egg White

• Rosemary Sprig

Add vodka, sour mix, and egg white to the shaker with ice, shake for 15 seconds, add more ice to the martini glass, strain and garnish with rosemary.

THE NINTH NIGHT

This icy crisp cocktail reminds us of a winters night skating on the pond white, sparkling and shiny.

• 2 oz. citrus vodka

• 1 oz. Triple Sec

• 1 oz. white cranberry juice

• lemon-lime soda

• lime juice

Combine Vodka, Triple Sec and cranberry. Shake with crushed ice. Strain into a rocks glass, add soda and lime juice.

This rich creamy drink is the Puerto Rican version of Eggnog.

CINNAMON COQUITO GRINCH MARTINI

• 28 oz. coconut milk

• 2 cups rum

• 14 oz. condensed milk

• 4 egg yolks

• 1 cinnamon stick and whipped cream

Place ingredients in a blender. Blend until well mixed. Pour into a bottle and refrigerate until cold. Serve in small glasses and sprinkle lightly with nutmeg. Another option is to top with whipped cream, sprinkle some cinnamon powder and garnish with a cinnamon stick.

The Grinch Martini is the perfect holiday party beverage. Its fun, festive and provides a great conversation starter. Guests love this one.

• 1½ ounces melon liqueur

• ½ ounce vodka

• ½ ounce triple sec

• 1 ounce pineapple juice

• ½ ounce lemon juice

• Green sugar rim

Option to rim martini glass with green sugar. Combine all ingredients in martini shaker, shake and pour into glass with ice. Garnish with a candy cane.

CRANBERRY ORANGE MARGARITA

Our favourite of the season. With sugar coated fresh cranberries and the crispness of sweet orange, this cocktail is so delish, its no wonder it's the most popular holiday cocktail the last three years according to foodies across North America.

For sugared cranberries:

• 2 cups sugar divided

• 2 cups fresh cranberries

Bring ½ cup water and ½ cup sugar to a boil until the sugar is dissolved, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly. Stir in the cranberries and let the cranberries sit in the sugar water for 1-2 hour or over night.

Strain the cranberries thoroughly, then add them to a parchment lined cookie sheet with sides. Add the remaining 1½ cups sugar and gently toss until all the cranberries are coated in sugar. Allow the cranberries to dry, in a single layer for at least one hour.

For big batch of margaritas:

• 1 ½ cups silver tequila 12 ounces

• 2 cups cranberry juice 16 ounces, not cranberry cocktail

• ½ cup orange juice 4 ounces

• ½ cup orange liquor 4 ounces

• ¾ cups fresh lime juice

• 2-4 tablespoons sugar or to taste

Alternative to use sugared cranberries

• salt for the rim

• sparkling water to top the drinks with

• slices lime + orange for serving

Combine all the ingredients in a pitcher and stir to combine. Keep chilled in the fridge until ready to serve. When ready to serve, salt the rims of 4-6 glasses. Add ice to each glass and pour the margaritas over the ice. Top off with sparkling water if desired. Add the sugared cranberries and a lime wedge.

JACK FROST

The Jack Frost cocktail is like a winter wonderland in a glass. The soft, iced blue colour is perfect for any snowy themed holiday event. Set dozens of these prepoured on a white plexi bar and voila, you have beautiful drinkable decor.

• Honey

• Flaked coconut

• ½ cup cream of coconut

• 1 cup Pineapple juice

• 8 cups Ice

• ½ cup Curacao, blue

• ½ cup Vodka or light rum

Dip the rim in honey, roll in coconut flakes, blend all ingredients and pour. Makes 6 cups.

GINGERBREAD JELLO SHOTS

For those special holiday events where guests can let their hair down. These chewy gingerbready treats are not ideal for the high end corporate gig, instead enjoy them at your personal open house or maybe a small in office gathering. Made with pumpkin pie spices and your favourite vodka, these little beauties are a potent bite of gingery goodness.

• ¼ cups cream

• 1 ½ cups vodka

• 2-3 tbsp gingerbread syrup

• 2-3 tbsp of creme de cacao or Kahlua

• dash of pumpkin pie spice

• 3 packets of unflavored gelatin

Heat vodka in a pan over medium heat and stir in the gelatin packets, whisk until dissolved. Pour into a bowl and stir in cream, gingerbread syrup, pumpkin pie spice and dark colored liquor. Pour into a greased pan and set in the fridge for 3 hours. Once set, use your gingerbread cookie cutter to cut out as many as you can fit in your pan. Decorate and keep cold until you serve.

Courtesy of A Beautiful Mess Home .

EVENT VENUES

ONE OF A KIND VENUES

BRITISH COLUMBIA

Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre

Burnaby centre.nikkeiplace.org

Painters Lodge

Campbell River painterslodge.com

Crown Isle Courtney crownisle.com

Bird’s Eye Cove Farm

Duncan birdseyecovefarm.com

Vancouver Island

Conference Centre Nanaimo viconference.com

Morningstar Farm

Parksville morningstarfarm.ca

Swaneset Bay Resort

Centre Spotlight

Pitt Meadows swanesetevents.com/ weddings

Poets Cove Resort & Spa Poets Cove poetscove.com

130 West Vancouver loungeworks.ca/130-west

Black and Blue Vancouver glowbalgroup.com/ blackblue

Jewel Ballroom

Vancouver jewelballroom.com

Soundhouse Studios

Vancouver soundhousestudios.com

Steamworks

Vancouver steamworks.com

Tea House in Stanley Park

Vancouver vancouverdine.com/ teahouse/private-events

The Ancora Waterfront Dinning and Patio Vancouver ancoradining.com

The Belmont

Vancouver belmontbar.com

The Deely Exhibition & Conference Facilities

Vancouver deeleyexhibition.ca

The Iron Works

Vancouver theironworks.ca

The Parlour

Vancouver theparlourrestaurants.com

The Refinery Event Space

Vancouver therefineryvancouver.com

Vancouver Aquarium

Vancouver vanaqua.org/plan

Vancouver Art Gallery

Vancouver vanartgallery.bc.ca

Vancouver Convention Centre

Vancouver vancouverconventioncentre. com

Waterview Special Event Space

Vancouver

waterviewvancouver.com

The Emerald Supper Club Vancovuer

emeraldsupperclub.com

Church and State Wines

Victoria

churchandstatewines.com

The Empress

Victoria

airmont.com/empressvictoria

The Grand Victorian Weddings and Events

Destination

Victoria

grandvictorianpei.com

ALBERTA

Arts Commons

Calgary artscommons.ca

Belgo

Calgary belgo.ca

Bourbon Room

Calgary bourbonroom.ca

Bow Valley Ranche Resort Artisan Gardens

Calgary bowvalleyranche.com/ artisan-gardens

Genesis Centre

Calgary genesis-centre.ca

Glenbow Museum

Calgary glenbow.org

Hudson Calgary oliverbonacinievents.com/ Venues

Kensington Riverside Inn

Calgary kensingtonriversideinn.com

MacEwan Conference & Event Centre

Calgary macewancentre.com

Meadow Muse Pavilion

Calgary meadowmuse.ca

Model Milk

Calgary modelmilk.ca

Osteria

Calgary osteria.ca

Telus Convention Centre Calgary calgary-convention.com

The Calgary Stampede Calgary calgarystampede.com

The Calgary Zoo Calgary calgaryzoo.com

The Commons Calgary Calgary experiencethecommons events.com

The Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre Calgary glenmoreinn.com

The Hangar Flight Museum Calgary thehangarmuseum.ca

The Lake House Calgary lakehousecalgary.com

The Living Room Calgary livingroomrestaurant.ca

The Rec Room

Calgary therecroom.com/calgarydeerfoot/groups

Studio Bell Calgary studiobell.ca

Theatre Junction

Calgary theatrejunction.com/rent-us

Treatro Calgary teatro.ca

Vin Gogh Paint & Sip

Calgary vingogh.ca

Georgian Hills Vineyard Clarksburg georgianhillsvineyards.ca

Edmonton Expo Centre Edmonton edmontonexpocentre.com

Egge's Barn, Fort Edmonton Park

Edmonton fortedmontonpark.ca/ facility-rentals

Foundry Room

Edmonton foundryroom.com

Mirage Banquet Hall

Edmonton mirageedmonton.ca

Muttart Conservatory

Edmonton edmonton.ca/attractions_ events/muttartconservatory.aspx

Studio 96

Edmonton studio96.ca

Telus World of Science

Edmonton telusworldofscienceed monton.ca

The Majestic Palace

edmonton themajesticpalace.com

The Quarry

Edmonton thequarryedmonton.com

The Royal Glenora

Edmonton royalglenora.com

University of Alberta, Botanic Garden

Edmonton botanicgarden.ualberta.ca

Yellowhead Brewery

Edmonton yellowheadevents.com

The Rec Room

Edmonton (South) therecroom.com/southedmonton/groups

The Rec Room

Edmonton (West) therecroom.com/westedmonton/groups

The Gathered Venue Kathyrn thegathered.ca

The Rocking R Guest Ranch Strathmore rockingrguestranch.com

SASKATCHEWAN MANITOBA

Fireside Bistro

Regina firesidebistro.ca

Mackenzie Art Gallery

Regina mackenzieartgallery.ca

Queensbury Convention Centre

Regina evrazplace.com/facilities queensbury-conventioncentre

Saskatchewan Science Centre

Regina sasksciencecentre.com

The Royal Regina Golf Clud Regina royalregina.com

The Willow on Wascana Regina willowonwascana.ca

Wascana Centre Authority

Regina wascana.sk.ca

Candle Lake Gold Resort Saskatoon candlelakegolfresort.com

Saskatoon Station Place Saskatoon saskatoonstationplace.com

TCU Place Saskatoon tcuplace.com

The University Club at the University of Saskatchewan Saskatoon uclub.usask.ca

Elk Ridge Resort Waskesi elkridgeresort.com

holidayguide: venues

Rivers Edge Resort Elma riversedgeresort.ca

The Rustic Wedding Barn

La Broquerie, therusticweddingbarn.com

Whitetail Meadow

Niverville whitetailmeadow.ca

Pineridge Hollow

Oakbank pineridgehollow.com

500 Shaftesbury

Winnipeg 500shaftesbury.com

Academy Lanes

Winnipeg academylanes.ca

Fort Gibraltar

Winnipeg fortgibraltar.com

FortWhyte Alive

Winnipeg fortwhyte.org

Le Cercle Moliere Theatre

Winnipeg cerclemoliere.com/en

Lower Fort Gary

Winnipeg

pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/mb/ fortgarry

Manitoba Club

Winnipeg manitobaclub.mb.ca

Manitoba Theatre for Young People

Winnipeg mtyp.ca

Mosaic Event Center

Winnipeg

mosaiceventcentre.ca

Qualico Family Centre

Winnipeg

Assininboinepark.ca

Provisions at Lower Fort

Garry

Winnipeg

provisionslowerfortgarry.com

Ralph Connor House

Winnipeg

universitywomensclub.ca/ ralph-connor-house

RBC Convention Centre

Winnipeg wcc.mb.ca

The Gates on Roblin

Winnipeg thegatesonroblin.com

The Manitoba Museum

Winnipeg manitobamuseum.ca

The Metropolitan Entertainment Centre

Winnipeg themetwinnipeg.com

The Winnipeg Art Gallery

Winnipeg wag.ca

University of Manitoba Conference & Catering

Winnipeg umanitoba.ca

The Rustic Wedding Barn , Steinbach, MB

Photo by Sarah & Joe Photography

holidayguide: venues

Aga Khan Museum

Toronto agakhanmuseum.org

Aquatopia Conservatory

Ottawa aquatopiaconservatory.com

ArtScape

Toronto

artscapeeventvenues.ca

Canadian Tire Motorsport Park Bowmanville

canadiantiremotorsportpark.com

Arcadian Court

Toronto

oliverbonacinievents.com

St Brigids Centre for the Arts

Ottawa saintbrigidscentre.com

Centurion Conference and Event Center

Ottawa centurioncenter.com

3030 Dundas West Toronto 3030dundaswest.com

Airship 27

Toronto

berkeleyevents.com

Aperture Room

Toronto

oliverbonacinievents.com

B Town Sound

Toronto

btownsound.ca

Beanfield Centre

Toronto beanfieldcentre.com

Cambium Farms

Caledon cambiumfarms.com

Chatham Kent Convention Centre

Chatham ckcc.ca

Canoe Toronto oliverbonacinievents.com

Casa Loma Toronto casaloma.ca

The Craft Beer Market Toronto craftbeermarket.ca/toronto Design Exchange Toronto dx.org

Distillery Events Toronto distilleryevents.com

District 28 Toronto 28events.ca

Evergreen Brickworks Toronto evergreen.ca

The Globe and Mail Centre Toronto globeandmailcentre.com

Grand Hotel and Suites

Toronto grandhoteltoronto.com

Grand Luxe Event Venue

Toronto

grandluxe.ca

Graydon Hall Manor

Toronto

graydonhall.com

Mariposa Cruises

Toronto

mariposacruises.com

Metro Toronto

Convention Centre Toronto mtccc.com

Palais Royale Toronto palaisroyale.ca

Playdium

Toronto playdium.com

Propeller Coffee

Toronto

propellercoffee.com/public Reptilia Zoo & Education Facility Toronto reptilia.org

Riccarda’s Toronto ricardas.com

Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada Toronto ripleyaquariums.com/canada

Royal Ontario Museum Toronto rom.on.ca/en

Spin Toronto Toronto

toronto.wearespin.com

St Joseph's Banquet & Conference Centre

Toronto sjucchall.ca

The Burroughes Toronto Toronto

theburroughes.com

The Carlu Toronto oliverbonacinievents.com/ Venues/The-Carlu.aspx

The Eglington Grand Toronto eglintongrand.com

The Estates of Sunnybrook Toronto

estatesofsunnybrook.com

The Fifth Inc. Toronto thefifth.com

The Guild Inn Estate Toronto guildinnestate.com

The Hangar Toronto hangarsportevents.com/ view/thehangar

The Jessgo Inc. Toronto jessgo.com

The Jewel Event Space Woodbridge thejewel.ca

The Rec Room Toronto therecroom.com/torontoroundhouse/groups

The Sultan's Tent & Café Moroc Toronto thesultanstent.com

The Symes Toronto thesymes.ca

South St Burger Toronto www.southstburger.com

Toronto Congress Centre Toronto torontocongresscentre.com

ONTARIO continued

Toronto Event Centre

Toronto

torontoeventcentre.com

Toronto Public Library

Toronto

venuerentals.tpl.ca

TownePlace Suites

London

towneplacelondon.com

QUEBEC

Nordik Spa-Nature

Chelsea chelsea.lenordik.com/en

Brasserie Le Pois Penché

Montreal lepoispenche.com/lpp/en

Cabaret du Lion d’O

Montreal cabaretliondor.com

Tudor Hall

Ottawa tudorhall.net

Waterside Inn

Mississauga watersideinn.ca

Vantage Venues

Toronto vantagevenues.com

The Warehouse Event Space

Toronto thewarehousevenue.com

Yankee Lady Yacht Charters

Toronto yankeelady.ca

York Mills Gallery

Toronto

yorkmillsgallery.com

Universal Event Space

Vaughan

universal.bypeterand pauls.com

Cirque Éloize

Montreal

cirque-eloize.com/en/events

Forum De Montréal

Montreal forum-montreal.com

My Private Loft

Montreal myprivateloft.com

New City Gas

Montreal

newcitygas.com

Oval Room

Montreal

ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/ canada/montreal

Pointe-à-Callière Museum

Montreal pacmusee.qc.ca/en

Scena

Montreal scena.ca

Society for Arts and Technology

Montreal sat.qc.ca/en

NOVA SCOTIA

Art Gallery of f Nova Scotia

Halifax artgalleryofnovascotia.ca

Banook Canoe Club

Dartmouth banookcanoeclub.com

Blomidon Inn Garden Wolfville blomidon.ns.ca

Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 Halifax pier21.ca

Cunard Centre

Halifax rcr.ca/venues/cunard-centre

Great Hall at Marco Polo Cruise Terminal St John sjport.com/venues/

Halifax Citadel National Historic Site

pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/ns/ halifax

Halifax Convention Centre

Halifax halifaxconventioncentre.com

Waverley Inn

Halifax waverleyinn.com

holidayguide: venues

NEW BRUNSWICK

The Algonquin Resort

Andrews by the Sea algonquinresort.com

New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame

Fredricton nbsportshalloffame.com

R10 Venue Long Creek r10venue.com

Riverside Resort & Conference Centre Fredricton riversidefredericton.com

Maverick's Restaurant & Grill

Moncton

mavericksrestaurant.ca/ private-dining

Moncton Golf & Country Club

Moncton monctongolfclub.nb.ca

Lily Lake Pavillion Saint John lilylake.ca

NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADO PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Bella Vista St John's bellavista.ca

Memorial University of Newfoundland St John's mun.ca

The Bowring Park

Bungalow St John's redoakcatering.ca

Johnson GEO CENTRE

St John's geocentre.ca

The Railway Coastal Museum St John's railwaycoastalmuseum.ca

The Rooms St John's therooms.ca

The Fluvarium St John's fluvarium.ca

Yellowbelly Brewery & Public House St John's yellowbellybrewery.com

Confederation Centre of the Arts

Charlottetown confederationcentre.com/en

PEI Brewing Company

Charlottetown peibrewingcompany.com

Clinton Hills Clinton www.clintonhills.ca

Dalvay by the Sea Delvay

dalvaybythesea.com

Stanley Bridge Country Resort & Conference Centre

Kensington

stanleybridgeresort.com

Toronto’s True Centre

With our $120 million renovation, we spared no expense to create an unforgettable experience. Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel boasts luxurious guest rooms, more than 130,000 square feet of sophisticated meeting space, a spectacular Club Lounge and an unparalleled location in the heart of downtown Toronto.

For reservations and more information, please visit sheratontoronto.com or call 416-361-1000.

VENUE GROUPS

Artscape

Ontario & British Columbia artscapeeventvenues.ca

Berkley Events

Ontario berkeleyevents.com

ByPeterandPauls.com

Ontario bypeterandpauls.com

Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts

British Columbia & Alberta crmr.com

Cineplex Entertainment

National cineplex.com/

CorporateEvents

holidayguide: venues

The Craft Beer Market

British Columbia, Alberta & Ontario craftbeermarket.ca

Dynamic Hospitality Group Ontario dynamichospitality.com

Eatertainment Ontario eatertainment.com

Edge Hospitality

Ontario edgehospitality.ca

FAB Restaurant Concepts Ontario fabrestaurants.ca

Ink Entertainment

Ontario inkentertainment.com

Liberty Entertainment Group Ontario libertygroup.com

Oliver & Bonacini Events & Catering Ontario oliverbonacinievents.com

Pearl Hospitality Ontario pearlehospitality.ca

Pegasus Hospitality Group Ontario pegasushospitality.ca

Seventh Heaven

Ontario

seventhheaven.ca

The John Doe Group Ontario johndoegroup.com

The Social Group

Ontario thesocialgroup.ca

RCR Hispitality Group

Nova Scotia rcr.ca

Residence & Conference Centre

Ontario & British Columbia stayrcc.com

Pegasus Hospitality Group's Grand Luxe Event Boutique, Vaughan, ON

DESIGN & DECOR

DECOR & RENTAL COMPANIES

BRITISH COLUMBIA

A&B Party Time

Vancouver abpartytime.com

All in 1 Party Rentals

Vancouver Island allin1partyshop.com

Bespoke Decor

Vancouver bespokedecor.ca

BLD Decor & Scenery Inc

Vancouver blddecorscenery.com

Celebration Party Rentals

Vancouver celebrationpartyrentals.ca

Chair Decor

Vancouver chairdecor.com

Christopher J Design New Westminster christopherjdesign.com

Custom Event Rentals

Vancouver customeventrentals.com

Designer Weddings & Special Occasion Rentals

Victoria designerweddingsvictoria.com

Eclat Decor

Vancouver eclatdecor.com

Elizabeth Stanley Event Design

Vancouver elizabethstanley.ca

Greenscape Design & Decor

Burnaby greenscapedecor.com

Infinity Event Design

Vancouver infinitydecor.ca

Lonsdale Event Rentals

Vancouver lonsdaleevents.com

LoungeWorks Inc.

Vancouver loungeworks.ca

Millennium Tents

Vancouver millenniumtents.com

Over the Moon Wedding & Event Rentals

Vancouver

overthemooneventrentals.com

PartyArt Design

Vancouver culinarycapers.com/partyart

Party Mood

Vancouver Island partymood.com

Pedersens Event Rentals

Victoria pedersens.ca

Relay Event Rentals

Vancouver Island relayevents.ca

Triple J Party Rentals Ltd.

Vancouver Island tripletparty.com

Upright Design

Vancouver uprightdecor.com

ALBERTA

Big Top Tent Rentals LTD

Edmonton bigtoptentrentals.com

Creative Decor Events

Calgary creativedecorevents.com

Dean House Calgary deanehouse.com

Decor & More Inc. Calgary decorandmore.com

Designing on the Edge Calgary designingontheedge.ca

Elegant Earth Event Details & Decor Inc.

Edmonton elegantearthdecor.com

Exquisite Affairs Wedding & Event Design

Edmonton exquisiteaffairseventdecor.com

Exquisite Creations

Edmonton exquisitecreations.ca

Good Time Party Rentals

Calgary goodtimepartyrentals.com

SASKATCHEWAN

A1 Rent-Alls

Regina rent1.net

Imagination Ink Ltd.

Regina

imaginationink.ca

Handy Special Events

Saskatoon sohandy.com

Grand Design Event

Edmonton granddesignevent.com

Great Events Rentals

Calgary greateventsrentals.ca

OneWest Events Calgary onewestevents.com

Red Events Design Inc. Calgary redevents.com

Rouge Calgary rougecalgary.com

Special Event Rentals

Calgary, Banff, Red Deer & Edmonton specialeventrentals.com

Stagecoach Design & Event Rentals

Edmonton stagecoachdesignmyevent.com

Visual Concepts & Design Ltd Calgary visualconceptsevents.com

Hub City Event Rentals

Saskatoon hubcitydisplayweddingand specialtycenter.com

Occasion Event Rentals Saskatoon occasioneventrentals.ca

Christopher J Design, Vancouver, BC

MANITOBA

Bel Ayre Rentals Ltd.

Winnipeg belayrerentals.com

C&T Event Rentals

Winnipeg ctpartyandevent.com

Creating a Scene Inc. Winnipeg creatingascene.ca

ONTARIO

A Night to Remember Hamilton anighttoremember.ca

A&B Party Rentals

London a-bpartyrental.com

Alamo Party Rentals

Toronto alamopartyrentals.ca

Annie Lane Events & Decor

Toronto

annielane.ca

Artam Design Inc.

Toronto artamdesign.com

Creative Display Ltd.

Winnipeg creativedisplay.ca

Dimension Display Inc. Winnipeg dimensiondisplay.ca

Dream Day Decor And Specialty Linens

Winnipeg dreamdaydecoratorsonline.com

Events By Emma

Winnipeg eventsbyemma.com

Just in Couture

Winnipeg just-incouture.com/ Loungeworks Inc. Winnipeg loungeworks.ca

Madeline's Weddings & Events

Winnipeg madelinesweddings.com

Unique Events

Winnipeg uniquevents.com

Around the Table Toronto aroundthetable.ca

Aura Effect Illuminated LED Furniture & Decor Event Rentals

Toronto furnitureglowing.com

Babylon Decor & Much More Toronto

babylondecor.com

Chair Cover King Toronto chaircoverking.com

Chair Covers Plus Concord chaircoversplus.com

Chair Decor Toronto chairdecor.com

Chairs Galore Inc Toronto chairsgalore.ca

Chair-man Mills Inc Toronto chairmanmills.com

Cody Party Rentals & Balloon Design Ottawa codypartynepean.com

Complete Rent-Alls Hamilton completerentalls.ca

Contemporary Furniture Rentals Inc.

Toronto

www.cfrentals.com

Covers Couture Inc.

Toronto coverscouture.com

Crystal World Inc. Toronto crystalworld.lighting

D&D Party Rentals

Toronto

ddpartyrental.com

Detailz Couture

Event Rentals

Toronto

detailzcouture.com

Divine Furniture Rental

Toronto

divinefurniturerental.com

Decor-Rent

Toronto decor-rent.com

Dina Party Rentals

Toronto

dinaparty.com

Dream Party Decor Toronto

dreampartydecor.com

DT Floral & Decor

Toronto dtfloralanddecor.com

Decor & More Inc.

Toronto decorandmore.com

Decor With Grandeur

Toronto decorwithgrandeur.com

Elite Party Rentals

Barrie elitepartyrentals.ca

Essential Event Rentals

Toronto

essentialeventrentals.com

Ettridges The Studio Inc. Toronto ettridges.com

Event Decor Direct Toronto eventdecordirect.com

Event Rental Group Toronto eventrentalgroup.com

Fiesta Ottawa Ottawa fiestaottawa.com

FOS Decor Center Toronto fosdecor.com

The Gathering Event Company Ottawa thegatheringeventco.com

Gervais Party & Tent Rentals

Toronto gervaisrentals.com

Glowmi LED Furniture & Decor Toronto glowmi.com

Higgins Event Rentals

Toronto

higginseventrentals.com

Imagine-it 3D, Inc.

Toronto

imagineit-3d.com

Stardust

Toronto stardustevents.com

LUX Event Rental

Ottawa luxeventrental.ca

LUXE Modern Rentals

Toronto luxerentals.net

Mastermind Event Rentals

Ottawa mmecanada.com

Ottawa Special Events

Ottawa ottawaspecialevents.com

Paras Events

Brampton parasevents.ca

Party Time Rentals

Ottawa partytimerental.ca

R5 Event Design

Toronto r5e.ca

Regal Tent Productions Stoney Creek, regaltent.com

Sitra Furniture Rentals

Toronto

sitrafurniturerentals.com

Tent Share Inc.

Toronto

shop.tentshare.com

Sunhope Inc.

Markham sunhope.ca

The Wedding Shoppe

Kingston theweddingshoppeexpress.com

Wedding by Ardenian

Toronto

weddingsbyardenian.com

WEDECOR

Ottawa wedecor.ca

Westway Tents Inc. Barrie

westwaytents.com

Divine Furniture Rental, Toronto, ON

QUEBEC

Casa D'eramo Inc. Montreal casaderamo.com

Celebrations Group

Montreal celebrationsgroup.com

Chant-O-Fêtes

Quebec City chantofetes.com/en

DX Design Quebec City dxdesign.ca/en

Glam Location & Décor Montreal glamlocation.com

Groupe Bravo

Montreal bravoparty.com

Groupe Festi-Fêtes

Montreal festifetes.ca

Happening Events + Rentals

Montreal happening.ca/en

Joes Prop House

Montreal joesprophouse.com/en

LUXE Modern Rentals Montreal & Quebec City luxerentals.net

Tenue de Soirée

Montreal tenuedesoiree.ca/en

NOVA SCOTIA

Final Touch Party Rentals Stellarton finaltouchrentals.ca

MacFarlands Rentals

Halifax partyrentals.macfarlands.com

NEW BRUNSWICK

Advanced Tent Rentals Hanwell http://advancedfabrics.ca/

M&R Tent Rentals

Moncton mrtentrentals.com

Peak Rentals Moncton peakrentals.com

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Caseley's Bridal Boutique Kendington caseleys.com

PEI Seabreeze Weddings Bells Pointe Cape Traverse peiweddings.com

Party Time Rentals

Truro partytimerentalstruro.ca

The Ultimate Party & Event Store Lower Sackville theultimatepartyandevent store.com

Unico Decor Inc. Dieppe unicodecor.com

Campbell Rent-Alls Ltd St John's campbellrentalls.ca

NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR

Gail's Elegant Touch Decorating Spaniard's Bay gailseleganttouch.ca

Caseley's Bridal Boutique Kendington caseleys.com

Joes Prop House, Montreal QC

SPECIALTY DECOR & PROPS

Backdrops Canada Canada-wide backdropscanada.ca

Curtain Call Creative Fabrics Inc. (drapery and event fabrics) Canada-wide curtaincallinc.ca

eXtension concepts

Canada-wide extension.ca/en

Lollipop Drop Shoppe Canada-wide lollipopdrops.ca

TallMan Promotions

Canada-wide tallmanpromo.ca

Canam Importique (prop house) Burnaby canamimportique.com

Greenscape Design & Decor Burnaby greenscapedecor.com

Eclipse Productions Associates Inc. (sets, specialty staging, custom builds)

Vancouver eclipse-design.com

Paradise Events

(Vinyl graphics, floors, walls, decor)

Vancouver paradiseevents.com

Scene Ideas Inc.

(Custom staging & Scenic rentals) Vancouver sceneideas.ca

Thomas Fx (props, sets, scenery, decor) Vancouver thomasfx.com

Vancouver Prop + Costume Vancouver vanprop.ca

Wrap Champs (Vinyl graphics, floors, walls, decor) Surrey wrapchamps.com

Peter the Plantman Calgary petertheplantman.com

Accessible Elegance Event Rentals

Winnipeg accessibleelegance.com

Creating a Scene (decor and props)

Winnipeg creatingascene.ca

House of Silk (silk plants)

Winnipeg, houseofsilk.ca

Lets Celebrate Rentals

Winnipeg, letscelebraterentals.com

Peachy Green Events & Rentals

(vintage rental products)

Winnipeg, peachygreenevents.com

Amherst Greenhouses Clairmont amherstgreenhouses.com

Hamilton Scenic Specialty Inc. Hamilton hssi.ca

Greens Galore London greensgalore.ca

Axe Media

(Vinyl Graphics, floors, walls, decor) Torontodancefloorvinyl.com

Dance Floor Decor

(Vinyl Graphics, floors, walls, decor) Toronto dancefloordecor.com

Display Arts Toronto displayarts.ca

Etteridge Design Toronto ettridges.com

Event Graffiti

(Vinyl graphics, floors, walls, décor) Toronto eventgraffiti.com

Illuminite GLOW Rentals Toronto, illuminiterentals.com

MOJO Props & Set Dressing Inc. Toronto mojoprops.com

Ready Set Recycle Toronto readysetrecycle.com

Joe's Prop House: New & Now (props) Ville Mont-Royal, oesprophouse.com

Planterra Montreal planterra.ca

EVENT FLOWERS AND BLOOMS

Flowerz

Vancouver, BC flower-z.com

Fine Floral Design

Victoria, BC Finefloraldesigns.com

Vivio Flower Gallery

Port Moody, BC vivioflowers.ca

Cory Christopher

Edmonton, AB corychristopher.ca

Dahlia Floral Design

Calgary, AB dahliafloraldesign.ca

Fabloomosity

Edmonton, AB fabloomosity.com

Flower Artistry

Calgary, AB flowerartistry.ca

Flowers by Janie

Calgary, AB flowersbyjanie.com

Mandala Floral

Calgary, AB mandalafloral.com

Studio Bloom Floral Design

Edmonton, AB studiobloom.ca

Virginia Rose Floral & Event Design

Edmonton, AB virginiaroseevents.com

Flower Essence

Regina, SK floweressence.ca

Beyond Flowers

Winnipeg, MB beyondflowers.ca

The Floral Fixx

Winnipeg, MB thefloralfixx.ca

Ashton Creative Toronto, ON ashtoncreative.ca

Berries & Blooms

Toronto, ON berriesandblooms.ca

EVENT ICE DECOR

Ice Decor

Langley, BC icedecor.ca

Cool Creations

Vancouver, BC cool-creations.com

Frozen Memories

Calgary, AB icesculpture.ca

Iceworks

Edmonton, AB iceworks.ca

Arctic Glacier

Winnipeg, MB arcticglacier.com

Fire & Ice Creations

Saskatoon, SK fireandicecreations.ca

DT Floral & Decor Toronto, ON dtfloralanddecor.com

Opening Night Flowers

Toronto, ON openingnightflowers.com

Royal Flowers

Toronto, ON royalflower.ca

Westmount Floral

Toronto, ON westmountflorist.com

Fleurs Design

Laval, QC fleursdesign.ca

Florist La QuenouilleLe Loft

Montreal, QC floristlaquenouille.com

Le Bouquet St.Laurent Inc. Saint-Laurent, QC lebouquet.com

Le Rouge Fleuriste et Cadeaux

Saint-Laurent, QC lerouge.ca

Fredricton Flower Fredricton, NB frederictonflowers.com

Crocus Designs

Halifax, NS crocusdesignsbylaura.com

Props Floral Design

Halifax, NS propsfloraldesign.com

Silver Rose St Johns, NL silverrose.ca

Island Meadow Farms Charlottetown, PEI islandmeadowfarms.ca

Paul’s Flowers

Charlottetown, PEI paulsflowers.ca

Ice Culture

Hensall, ON iceculture.com

Ice Sculptures

Montreal, QC icesculpturesmontreal.com

Ice Boy

Toronto, ON iceboy.ca

BlizzArt Sculpture

Montreal, QC blizzartsculpture.ca

Halifax Ice Sculptures

Halifax, NS a1icesculptures.blogspot.com

BALLOON DECORATORS holidayguide: decor

BRITISH COLUMBIA

Balloon Place Richmond balloonplace.ca

Balloon Studio

Vancouver balloonstudio.ca

Cool Balloon Guy Vancouver coolballoonguy.com

CSA Balloons

New Westminster csaballoons.com

Inflated Ideas Inc.

Vancouver inflatedideas.com

ALBERTA

Balloon Blast

Calgary, Airdrie, Okotoks, Chestermere & Foothills theballoonblast.ca

Balloon Imaginations

Calgary, Edmonton, Lethbridge & Medicine Hat balloonimaginations.ca

Trixtan Entertainment, Calgary & Edmonton trixtan.com

SASKACHEWAN

Balloonatic & Co. Saskatoon balloonaticyxe.com

Sky’s the Limit Baskets & Balloons

Saskatoon skysthelimitbaskets.com

Tee Breeze Entertainment Regina & Swift Current party-entertainment.ca

MANITOBA

Balloon Bouquets Plus Winnipeg balloonbouquetsplus.com

Melo’s Balloon Winnipeg facebook.com/Melosballoon

Balloon Empire & Floral Design Winnipeg facebook.com/balloon. empire.floral.design Gags Unlimited Inc. Winnipeg gagsunlimited.com

Balloon Bouquets Plus Winnipeg balloonbouquetsplus.com

ONTARIO

Airstar Canada Inc. Toronto airstar-light.ca

Balloon Celebrations Toronto ballooncelebrations.ca

Balloon Corporate Events Toronto ballooncorporateevents.com

Balloon Planet Canada All of Ontario balloonplanet.com

Stewart’s Baskets & Balloons Alliston stewartsballoons.com

Sugargirlee & Co. Woodbridge sugargirleeco.com

QUEBEC

Airstar Canada Inc. Montreal airstar-light.ca

Balloon Bar

Montreal balloonbar.ca

Balonik

Montreal balonik.com

Balloon-Montrealevent 4U

Montreal

montrealevent4u.com

NOVA SCOTIA

Giant Promotions Ltd.

Halifax giantpromotions.ca

The Ultimate Party & Event Store

Sackville

ultimatepartyandeventstore.com

NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR

Balloons & Bow Tie

Paradise

facebook.com/BalloonsAndBowTies

NEW BRUNSWICK

Just Balloons & Party Supplies

Wassis

justballoonsandpartysupplies.com

Lloyd’s of Moncton Moncton

lloydsofmoncton.com

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

The Ultimate Party & Event Store

Sackville

ultimatepartyandeventstore.com

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AUDIOVISUAL & TECH

AV COMPANIES

BRITISH COLUMBIA

All Star Show Industries

Vancouver allstar-show.com

AV Strategies

Vancouver avstrategies.ca

Blue Green Productions

Vancouver bluegreenproductions.ca

Clark's Audio Visual Services Vancouver clarksav.com

Evolution Audio Visual Vancouver evolutionav.ca

FMAV

Vancouver fmav.ca/contact-all-offices

Focus AV

Vancouver focus-av.com

Freeman AV

Vancouver, Whistler & Victoria freemanav-ca.com

Galactic Entertainment Vancouver galactic.ca

Kettner Creative Vancouver kettnercreative.com

Proshow Audio Visual Vancouver proshow.com

Sharps Audio Visual Vancouver & Victoria sharpsav.com

Showmax Events

Vancouver showmaxevents.com

Sole Power Productions

Vancouver solepowerproductions.com

Stagevision Inc. Vancouver stagevision.com

SW Audio Visual Kelowna, Burnaby, Victoria, Naniamo, Penticton sw-online.com

ALBERTA

AV Strategies

Calgary avstrategies.ca

Calgary Show Services Calgary calgaryshowservices.com

Event Technology Solutions Edmonton eventtech.ca

Evolution Audio Visual

Calgary & Edmonton evolutionav.ca

FMAV

Calgary & Edmonton fmav.ca

Freeman AV

Calgary, Banff & Edmonton freemanav-ca.com

Inland Audio Visual

Calgary & Edmonton inlandav.ca

Invert 720 Productions Edmonton invert720.com

Orange Frog Productions Calgary orangefrogproductions.ca

Phoenix Show Services Calgary phoenix-shows.ca

PK Sound Calgary pksound.ca

Production World Edmonton productionworld.ca

Proshow Audio Visual Calgary proshow.com

Sharps Audio Visual Edmonton & Calgary sharpsav.com

Sound Art Calgary soundart.com

Urban Audio Calgary urbanaudio.ca

SASKATCHEWAN

Barn Dog Productions

Saskatoon barndog.ca

Evolution Audio Visual

Regina & Saskatoon evolutionav.ca

Freeman AV

Saskatoon freemanav-ca.com

GV Audio

Regina gvaudio.ca

Inland AV

Regina & Saskatoon inlandav.ca

Pro AV Regina proavltd.com

Pro Plus Production Saskatoon proplusproduction.com

Sharps Audio Visual Saskatoon sharpsav.com

MANITOBA

Audio Works

Winnipeg awps.ca

AVent Pro

Winnipeg aventpro.com

Canadian Event

Production Services

Winnipeg caneps.com

Cherry Tree Productions

Winnipeg cherrytreeproductions.com

Evolution Presentation Technologies Ltd. Winnipeg evolutionav.ca

Freeman AV Winnipeg freemanav-ca.com

ONTARIO

Airstar Canada Inc. Toronto airstar-light.ca

AV Canada Toronto & Ottawa av-canada.com

Baldwin AV Ottawa baldwinav.com

bbBlanc Toronto bbblanc.com

Bespoke AV Toronto bespokeav.ca

Bounce Entertainment Toronto bounceentertainment.ca

Centre Stage AV Toronto centerstageav.com

Elevation Audiovisual Toronto & Thunder Bay elevationav.com

EPiQVision Inc Toronto epiqvision.com

Firedog Creative Toronto firedog.events

FMAV Toronto & Ottawa fmav.ca

Freeman AV Toronto, London, Hamilton, Ottawa, Niagara freemanav-ca.com

Hamilton AV Hamilton hamiltonav.com

JD Shows Toronto jdshows.ca

Pandor Productions

Toronto & St. Catharines pandor.com

Phase 3 Production Inc. Toronto phase3av.com

PRG Canada

Professional Resource Group Toronto prg.com/ca/en

Q Productions Inc. Toronto qproductions.ca

Inland Audio Visual

Winnipeg inlandav.ca

PSAV Winnipeg canada.psav.com

Q One Show Technologies

Winnipeg qonest.com/

Real Time AV

Winnipeg realtimeaudio.ca

Sound Art Winnipeg soundart.com

SW Event Technology Winnipeg sw-online.com

Quest Audio Visual Toronto questrental.com

Westbury National Toronto, Ottawa & Kingston westbury.com

S4 Entertainment & Audio/Visual Toronto s-4.bypeterandpauls.com

Scotia Events Inc. Toronto scotiaevents.ca

Sole Power Productions Toronto solepowerproductions.com

Stagevision Inc. Mississauga stagevision.com

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QUEBEC

AV Pro

Montreal av-pro.ca

AV-Solutions

Montreal av-solutions.net

Creativ Nation

Montreal creativnation.com/en

Eventure Montreal event-ure.com/tech

FMAV Montreal fmav.ca

Freeman AV

Montreal & Quebec City freemanav-ca.com

NOVA SCOTIA

Advanced Systems

Halifax advancedsystems.ca

FMAV

Halifax fmav.ca

Freeman AV

Halifax & St. John's freemanav-ca.com

Le Groupe Spectre Sonore Montreal spectresonore.com

PSAV Montreal canada.psav.com

SES, Special Event Services Montreal votreevenement.ca

Sharps Audio Visual Montreal sharpsav.com

Sole Power Productions Montreal solepowerproductions.com

Stagevision Inc. Montreal stagevision.com

NEW BRUNSWICK

Ferguson Audio

Bathhurst fergusonaudioproductions.com

Freeman AV Fredericton & Moncton freemanav-ca.com

Signature Sound Fredriction signaturesound.ca

SSI Audio Moncton ssiaudio.com

Sharps Audio Visual Montreal sharpsav.com

Tour Tech East Dartmouth tourtecheast.com

NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR

Canadian AV

St John's canadianavinc.com

Event 360 St John's event3sixty.com

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Freeman AV

Throughout province freemanav-ca.com

Points East AV

Throughout province peisoundandlights.ca

Scene Ideas, Richmond, BC

Tour Tech East, Dartmouth, NS

FOOD & BEVERAGE

CATERERS

BRITISH COLUMBIA

All Spiced Catering Vancouver firstserviceshospitality.com

Culinary Capers Catering and Special Events

Vancouver culinarycapers.com

Drew’s Catering Vancouver drewscatering.com

EdgeCeptional Catering

Vancouver edgecatering.ca

Elizabethan Catering Services Ltd. Edmonton elizabethan.com

Emelle's Catering

Vancouver emelles.com

Forage Catering

Vancouver foragecatering.com

The Butler Did It Catering Co Vancouver butlerdiditcatering.com

Peake of Catering Vancouver peakeofcatering.com

Savoury Chef Vancouver savourychef.com

The Lazy Gourmet Vancouver lazygourmet.ca

Toque Catering Victoria toquecatering.com

Truffles Fine Food

Vancouver

trufflesfinefoods.com

Louis Gervais Catering Fine Foods & Catering

North Vancouver louisgervaiscatering.com

ALBERTA A Cappella

Edmonton acappella.ab.ca

All Beef Catering Calgary allbeefcatering.com

An Affair to Remember Calgary anaffair.com

Distinctive Catering Calgary distinctivecatering.ca

Devour Catering

Calgary devourcatering.com

Ela Euro Catering

Edmonton elaeurocatering.com

Food Works Craft Catering

Calgary food-works.ca

Fork+Farm Catered Events

Calgary

forkandfarmcatering.com

Great Events Catering

Calgary greateventscatering.ca

Mercers Catering

Edmonton mercerscatering.com

Red Seal Dining

Calgary

redsealdining.com

Simply Elegant

Calgary

simplyelegantcorp.com

Special Event Catering

Edmonton

specialeventcateringinc.com

Urbane Culinary

Calgary

www.urbaneculinary.ca/

SASKATCHEWAN

Charlotte’s Catering

Moose Jaw charlottescatering.net

Emco Finer Foods

Saskatoon emcofinerfoods.ca

Evolution Catering Regina ecff.ca

Fresh Dish Catering

Saskatoon freshdishcatering.ca

Karlo Hospitality

Saskatoon karlohospitality.com

ONTARIO

A La Carte Kitchen

Toronto alacartekitchen.ca

CaterTrendz Culinary

Production Toronto catertrendz.com

Citizen Catering

Toronto

citizencatering.com

Culinary Conspiracy

Ottawa

culinaryconspiracy.ca

Daniel et Daniel

Catering & Events

Toronto

danieletdaniel.ca

Edible Arrangements

Toronto

ediblearrangements.ca

Pick Nic’s Catering

Saskatoon saskatooncatering.ca

Sprout Catering Regina sproutcatering.ca

Super Meats Catering Moose Jaw supermeats.com

Valley Girls Catering Regina valleygirlscatering.ca

Wallnuts Expressive Catering Regina wallnuts.ca

MANITOBA

All Seasons Catering

Winnipeg allseasonscatering.ca

Diversity Food Services

Winnipeg diversityfoodservices.com

Fried Green

Tomatoes Catering

Winnipeg friedgreentomatoes.ca

G.J. Andrews

Winnipeg gjandrews.ca

Les Filles

Winnipeg lesfilles.ca

Naleway Catering LTD

Winnipeg nalewaycatering.com

Urban Prairie Cuisine Catering

Winnipeg

urbanprairiecuisine.com

Encore Catering

Toronto

encorecatering.com

Enville Catering Toronto enville.com

Food Dudes

Toronto thefooddudes.com

L'eat Catering

Toronto leatcatering.com

Marigolds & Onions

Toronto

marigoldsandonions.com

McEwan Catering

Toronto

mcewan.mcewangroup.ca

Grenfell Catering

Ottawa

grenfellcatering.com

Gourmet Cuisine

Toronto

gourmetcuisine.com

Paintbox Catering

Toronto

paintboxbistro.ca

Parts & Labour

Toronto

partsandlabour.ca

Peter & Pauls

Event Catering

Vaughan peterandpaulseventcatering.com

Presidential Gourmet

Toronto

presidentialgourmet.ca

Rose Reisman Catering

Toronto

rosereismancatering.com

Seventh Heaven

Event Catering

Toronto seventhheaven.ca

Taste Culinary Inc

Toronto

tasteculinary.ca

The Food Studio Catering

Toronto

foodstudiocatering.ca

The Urban Element

Ottawa

theurbanelement.ca

Toben Food by Design

Toronto

tobenfoodbydesign.com

Tulips and Maple Catering

Ottawa

tulipsandmaple.ca

Wild Thyme Catering

Toronto

wildthymecatering.ca

ZB Hospitality Group Inc.

Toronto

zbcaterers.com

QUEBEC

Agnus Dei

Montreal agnusdei.ca/en

Andrea Jourdan La Boutique

Montreal andreajourdan.com/en

Bernard & Fils Traiteur Inc

Montreal bernard-et-fils-traiteur.com

Eventure Group

Montreal event-ure.com

Gini Catering

Montreal ginicatering.com

La Petite Mangue

Montreal lapetitemangue.com

Le Kitchen

Montreal breathekitchen.wordpress.com

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NOVA SCOTIA

Certainly Cinnamon Catering Halifax certainlycinnamon.com

D'Aubin Family Meats

Catering Bridgetown daubinfamilymeats.com

Kitchen Door Catering Company Bedford kitchendoor.ca

NEW BRUNSWICK

Rudy's Catering Service

Halifax rudyscatering.ca

Sebastien's Gourmet & Catering Yarmouth sebastiensgourmet.ca

Maître & Chef

Montreal maitreetchef.com

Marc-André: Le traiteur Montreal marcandreletraiteur.com/en

Miss Prêt à Manger

Montreal misspretamanger.com/en

Olive Orange

Montreal oliveorange.ca

Paola's Catering

Montreal paolasmontreal.ca

Robert Alexis Traiteur

Montreal robert-alexis.com/en

Simply Wonderful Catering

Montreal simplywonderful.ca/en

Traiteur Beso Catering

Montreal besomontreal.ca

Chef's Table-Dobbelsteyn Dutch Valley chefstable.ca

Fork & Spoon Catering Moncton forkandspoon.ca

LJW Catering Fredricton ljwcatering.com

Three Olives Catering Saint John threeolivescatering.wixsite. com/threeolivescatering

NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR

A Taste of Class St John's atasteofclass.ca

Red Oak Catering St John's redoakcatering.ca

Wedgewood Café & Catering St John's wedgwoodcafe.com

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Green Island Catering All of P.E.I. greenislecatering.com

JP Cuisine by Chef John Pritchard

Charlottetown john-pritchard-cuisine.pei.xpei.ca

Olive Orange, Montreal, QC

SPECIALTY EVENT FOOD & BEVERAGE

Bliss & Co. Cupcakes and Desserts

Vancouver, BC blisscupcakes.com

Cake n Sweets

Coquitlam, BC cakesnsweets.ca

Crackle Crème Vancouver, BC cracklecreme.com

Divine Delicacies

Vancouver, BC divinedelicacies.ca

Edible Flours

(vegan specialty bakery) Vancouver, BC edibleflours.ca

Canadian Maple Shack Edmonton canadianmapleshack.com

Seniorita Margarita (mobile marg machines & services) Edmonton, AB senoritamargarita.ca

Swirl Cakes

Calgary, AB swirlcakes.ca

Double D's Cheesecake

Winnipeg, MB double-ds-cheesecake.com

Jenna Rae Cakes

Winnipeg, MB jennaraecakes.com

The Pretzel Place

Winnipeg, MB thepretzelplace.ca

Mervs Pitchfork Fondue

Saskatoon, SK mervspitchforkfondue.com

Pure Sweetness

(event specialty gourmet popcorn, smores, snowcones)

Regina puresweetness.ca

Rybchuk's Mobile Catering & Event Services (specialty catering) Regina, SK rybchukscatering.com

Aquaholics

Ottawa, ON aquahaulics.ca

BBQ Party in a Box (bbq catering in a classic car) Shannonville, ON bbqpartyinabox.com

Bite Me Bakery (cupcakes & branded desserts) Toronto, ON bitemebakery.ca

Double Chocolate Fountain Toronto, ON doublechocolatefountain.com

Edible Balloon Group Toronto, ON edibleballoonsgroup.ca

Le Dolci

Toronto, ON ledolci.com

Misty Stix (dry ice cocktail sticks)

Toronto, ON mistystix.com

Oysters XO Toronto, ON oystersxo.com/toronto

Petite Puff Toronto petitepuf.com

Pop Events Group

Toronto, ON popevents.ca

The Purple Cupcake

Toronto, ON instagram.com/ thepurplecupcake_

Quench Buggy Toronto, ON quenchbuggy.com

Rodney's Oyster House Toronto, ON rodneysoysterhouse.com

The Scotch Experience (scotch tastings and events) Toronto, ON thescotchexperience.com

Selffee

Toronto, ON selff.ee

Sixty-Six Bricks (Craft maple syrup on ice) Toronto, ON sixtysixbrix.com

Succulent Chocolates

Woodbridge, ON succulentchocolates.com

The Sweet Bash Co

Toronto, ON thesweetbashco.com

The Wandering Bean (mobile coffee) Toronto, ON wanderingbeancoffeeco. blogspot.ca

Tiny Tom Donuts

Toronto, ON tinytomdonuts.com/ cateringinfo

Water on Wheels

Toronto, ON wateronwheels.ca

The Wine Sisters (wine tours, tasting and events) Toronto, ON thewinesisters.com

Chocolata

Blainville, QC aquahaulics.ca

Express Kafeh (mobile coffee) Montreal, QC expresskafeh.com

Mr. Wilson Ice Cream Co (Luxury gourmet craft ice cream on site) Montreal, QC misterwilson.ca

Sizzle Popcorn

Saint-Laurent, QC sizzlepopcorn.com

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BRITISH COLUMBIA

Mister Artisan Ice Cream

Vancouver madebymister.com

77k Freeze

Freeze Tastings in Venue

Vancouver

77kfreeze.ca

Bearfoot Bistro

Whistler

bearfootbistro.com/catering

ALBERTA

The Nice Cream

Nitro Ice Cream

Calgary thenicecream.com

ONTARIO

Double Chocolate Fountain

Nitro Popcorn & Ice Cream

Toronto

doublechocolatefountain.com

Eative Film Café

Nitro Crepes & Ice Cream

Toronto

www.eative.ca

Labsense Ice Cream

Nitro Ice Cream

Toronto

labsensecanada.com

CoolN2 Canada

Nitro Cheetos & Ice Cream

Toronto & Markham

cooln2canada.com

Ice Volcano

Nitro Ice Cream

Mississauga

icevolcano.ca

ENTERTAINMENT

AGENCIES

ACCESS Entertainment

Alberta accessentertainment.com

Agency 13 Quebec agency.fk13.ca

Alberta Comedians Alberta alberta-comedians.com

Amazing Entertainment

Winnipeg amazingentertainment.ca

Ballyhoo Entertainment

Alberta ballyhooent.com

BC Event Management

British Columbia bceventmanagement.com

Booking House Inc. British Columbia bookinghouse.com

Bounce Entertainment Ontario bounceentertainment.ca

Calgary Musicians Alberta

bestcalgarymusicians.com

CallBack Corporate Entertainment Inc.

Alberta & Northwest Territories www.callbackent.com

Carol Priest Entertainments Ontario carolpriestentertainment.com Cherry Tree Productions Manitoba cherrytreeproductions.com

City Pro Entertainment Alberta cityprodj.com

Corporate Entertainers Saskatchewan corporateentertainers.ca

Direct Entertainment Quebec directentertainment.ca

Eclectic Events International Inc. Ontario eclecticevents.com

Farco Entertainment Ontario farcoentertainment.com

Fusion Events Ontario fusion-events.ca

Groove Academy British Columbia themusegroup.ca

Hollywood Heaven Entertainment Inc. Ontario, hollywoodheaven.ca

Integrative Parties

British Columbia interactiveparties.ca

KulKat Entertainment Inc Ontario kulkat.ca

LaRouge Entertainment Ontario larougeentertainment.com

MCP Talent Agency Saskatchewan mcptalent.com

Morris Entertainment Manitoba morrisentertainment.ca

Noteable Entertainment British Columbia noteable.net

Paquin Entertainment Agency Winnipeg paquinartistsagency.com

Peiree Gravel Quebec pierregravel.com

PM Gigs Alberta pmgigs.com

RSDivas Creative Entertainment Agency Ontario rsdivas.com

Résonances/PS Paré Quebec agenceresonances.com

Safire Dance Event Entertainment Alberta safiredance.com

Scarlett Entertainment International scarlettentertainment.com

Siegel Entertainment British Columbia siegelent.com

Talent Source

Nova Scotia talentsource.ca

TDC Entertainment Inc. Ontario tdcentertainment.ca

The Idea Hunter Ontario theideahunter.ca

Total Entertainment Network

British Columbia tenbc.com

SPECIALTY PERFORMERS

416BEATS

Percussionists Group

Ontario

416beats.ca

586 Event Group

DJ Entertainment

Ontario

586eventgroup.com

A2D2 ~ Aerial Dance Cirque Company

Acro/Cirque

Ontario a2d2.ca

AcroFire Entertainment

Fire Performers

British Columbia acrofireentertainment.com

Adagio Djay Entertainment

DJ Entertainment

Ontario adagiodj.com

Adam Graeme

Hypnotist

Ontario adamgraeme.com

Adrienne Fish

Comedian/ Emcee

Ontario adriennefish.com

Anthony Roach

Steel Pannist/Vocalist

Quebec anthonyroach.ca

Banger Bingo

Novelty

Alberta www.bangerbingo.com

Beauty and the Beats Singer & Drummer Duo

British Columbia

bceventmanagement.com/ entertainment/dance-bands

Bill Peterson

Corporate Magician

New Brunswick aneveningofcloseupmagic.com

Bob Cates, Comedy in Motion

Comedy Show

Ontario www.comedyinmotion.com

Caravan of Creeps

Bizarre Spectacles/ Aerial Arts/ Striptease/ Juggling

British Columbia

facebook.com/caravanofcreeps

Carisa Hendrix

Magic/ Sideshow Stunts/ Circus Acts, Fire Performances

Alberta carisahendrix.com

Chekia - Island Breeze

YWAM Manitoba

Cultural Performance Group

Manitoba ywamislandbreeze.com/chekia

Chris Funk The Wonderist

Illusionist

Ontario chrisfunkmagic.com

Christina The Crazy Hooper

Hoola Hoop Artist

Manitoba

christinathecrazyhooper.webs.com

Circus Orange

Acro/Cirque/Novelty

Ontario circusorange.com

Cirque Pacifique

Acro/Cirque

British Columbia

bceventmanagement.com/ cirque-pacifique

Corporate Vibrations

Toronto corporatevibrations.ca

Creativiva

Aerial Acts & Ground Acts

Ontario creativiva.ca

Dan Froese

Violinist / Fiddler

Nova Scotia danfroese.com

Diamond Dancers

Showgirls/ Samba/ Ballet

Ontario diamonddancers.ca

Digital IPad Art

Digital Media

Ontario theideahunter.ca/the-hunt/ digital-ipad-art

Double Vision Magic

Magic & Comedy

Saskatchewan doublevisionmagic.com

Dueling Pianos Show

Singing & Pianists Duo

Alberta duelingpianokings.ca

Elena Musician

Violin/ Harp/ Piano/ Acapella Ontario elenamusician.com

EMiMOTION

Contemporary Dance

Ontario emimotion.org

Flashpoint Productions DJ and Photobooth Services

DJ Entertainment

Ontario flashpointpro.com

Fraser Blues

Flying Formation Team Private Air Shows

British Columbia fraserblues.com

Frozen Fingered Magicians

Magic & Balloon Shows

Northwest Territories ykmagician.blogspot.com

G-Pinto

Violinist

Ontario gpinto.com

GirlOnWax Entertainment

DJ Entertainment

British Columbia girlonwax.com

Glisse on Ice

Indoor Ice Acts

Ontario glisseonice.com

Gravity Still Works

Fire Spinning, Juggling, Glow Spinning

Manitoba amazingentertainment.ca/ services/gravity_still_works.

html

Gregertainment

Impersonator/ Mentalist

Alberta gregertainment.com

Hadlen’s Entertainment

Hypnotist/ Mentalist/ Magician Saskatchewan hadlen.com

Hamlet The Clown Clown

Alberta hamlettheclown.com

Hypnotist Corrie J Hypnotist

Saskatchewan corriej.com

Incredible BORIS Hypnotist

Ontario comedywood.com

Illegal Sound

DJ Entertainment Ontario illegalsound.ca

Impact DJ DJ Entertainment Ontario impactdj.ca

Jacene Mind Mystique

Female Mentalist

Saskatchewan mindmystique.ca

JayDee Hypnotist

Comedy Hypnotist International jaydeehypnotist.com

Jenn Beaupré

Vocalist

Alberta jennbeaupre.com

The Jesse Lewis Hypnotist Show

Manitoba facebook.com/ JesseLewisHypnosisShow

Joanne Jordan Harpist Ontario joannajordan.com

Jody Peters

Stand Up Comedians

Alberta corporateentertainers.ca/ rosters/jody-peters

Kaleidoscope LED Props Acts

Ontario theideahunter.ca/the-hunt/ kaleidoscope

Karen Rokos Harpist

Nova Scotia karenrokosharp.com

Keith Facey

Soloist of Celtic, Maritime & Original Folk Music

New Brunswick keithfacey.com

Lacey Lucidity

Contact Juggler

Ontario laceylucidity.ca

Legends Entertainment

DJ Entertainment

Ontario legendsdj.com

Little Circus on the Prairie Comedy Contortion & Juggling

Manitoba amazingentertainment.ca/ services/little_circus.html

The Illusionist Lucas Wilson Illusionist & Stunt Shows Ontario lucaswilson.ca

Jenn Beaupré, Alberta

Incredible BORIS

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Mac & Hawes

Acoustic Duo

Nova Scotia macandhawes.com

Madame Buskerfly

Comedy/ Cirque Ontario buskerfly.com

Magic Box

3D Video Mapping

Projection Show

Ontario

theideahunter.ca/the-hunt/ magic-box-projectionmapping-performance

Magic Moments

DJ Entertainment

Ontario magicmomentsdj.ca

Mega Magic, Mike D'Uzro

Magic Show

Ontario megamagic.ca

Matt Johnson Magician & Entertainer

British Columbia urbandeception.com

Mini Militia

Dance Acts

Ontario

theideahunter.ca/the-hunt/ mini-militia

Morris Entertainment

Winnipeg morrisentertainment.ca

MZ Laser

Lazer Show Performance

Ontario theideahunter.ca/the-hunt/ mz-laser

Olga Pankova

Live VR Painting/ Canvas

Artist Ontario artevolution.zone

Oracle 3D Video Mapping

Projection Show

Ontario theideahunter.ca/the-hunt/ oracle

Out of Our Heads Productions

Novelty

Alberta outofourheads.ca

Picasso Painters

Body Painting & Metallic Live Statue Ontario picassopainters.com

Quality Entertainment

DJ Entertainment Ontario qualityentertainment.ca

RS Divas Dance Show

Ontario rsdivas.com

Ryan Lalonde

Magician/Comedian

Quebec ryanlalonde.net

Scott Hammell

Magic/ Stunts/ Speaking

Ontario scotthammell.com

Scott Jackson

Beat Boxer/ Emce Ontario theideahunter.ca/the-hunt/ beat-box

Signature Entertainment

DJ Entertainment

Ontario signature-ent.ca

Soul Drums Ltd.

Teambuilding Drum Circles Ontario souldrumsltd.com

Spidey Magic Magic Ontario spideymagic.com

Star Productions

DJ Entertainment Ontario starproductions.com

Street Circus Acrobatic Duo, Fire Juggling National thestreetcircus.com

Throw2Catch

Acro/Cirque

Quebec throw2catch.com

The Dance Company

Dance Performances Ontario thedancecompany.ca

Evansons

Mentalists Ontario evason.com

The Funny Waiter Show

Comedy Show

Ontario

johnparkcomedy.com

The Rising Circus

Acro/Cirque

British Columbia therisingcircus.com

The Sentimentalists

Ground Act

Ontario

thesentimentalistsmagic.com

The Underground Circus

Circus Acts & Productions

British Columbia undergroundcircus.ca

TI Bots

LED Robots

Ontario tibots.ca

Toronto Dance Company

Dance Acts

Ontario torontodancecompany.com

TriXtan Entertainment

Magician

Alberta trixtan.com

Vincent Ellin Bassoonist

Manitoba vincentellin.com

Wayne Lee

Hypnotist & Magician

Alberta

waynelee.com

West Coast Contortion & Acrobatics

Acro/Cirque

British Columbia

westcoastcontortion.com

Yan Markson

Magician

Ontario yanmarkson.com

CANADIAN PARTY BANDS

BRITISH COLUMBIA

Abra Cadabra mooncoinproductions.com

Dr. Strangelove Band drstrangeloveband.com

Famous Players Band famousplayersband.com

March Hare marchhare.bc.ca

Ten Souljers tensouljers.com

The Executives youngexecutivemusic.com

The Neurotics

theneurotics.com

The Phonix Dance Band thephonix.ca

The Rain City 6 theraincity6.com

ALBERTA

Five on the Side fiveontheside.com

Flamin’ Fiddler & Friends flaminfiddler.com

Rock Garden rockgardenband.com

Side One sideone.ca

SpotLight Entertainment spotlightband.ca

The Derina Harvey Band derinaharvey.com

The Dino Martinis pmgigs.com

The Two Bit Bandits twobitbandits.com

Uptown uptown780.com

SASKATCHEWAN

Men Without Shame saskbands.com

Rock Candy saskbands.com/rock-candy

The Milkman’s Sons milkmanssons.com

MANITOBA

Banned & Outlawed facebook.com/ BannedNOutlawed

The Big City All Star Band Winnipeg bigcityallstarband.com

Danny Kramer Dance Band dannykramer.com

Snake Oil Sinners morrisentertainment.ca

That 70’s Band morrisentertainment.ca

The Holly Davidson Band facebook.com/ thehollydavidsonband

The Ron Paley Big Band ronpaley.com

Water & Wood gigsalad.com/water_wood_ winnipeg

.340 Magnum facebook.com/340Magnum

Famous Players Band

The Dino Martinis,

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ONTARIO

7Sould 7sould.com

All Request Live fusion-events.ca

Bongo and B bongoandb.com

BPM Krew bpmkrew.com

Countermeasure theideahunter.ca/the-hunt

Electric Blonde electricblonde.com

Gravy Navy by Willer Music willermusic.ca

God Made Me Funky godmademefunky.com

ONQ Live onq-live.com

Saturday Night Jive saturdaynightjive.com

Saturday Night Superstars saturdaynightsuperstars.com

Shugga shugga.ca

Soular soular.ca

St. Royal stroyalentertainment.com

Stereo Flavour stereoflavour.ca

St. Kitts Music stkittsmusic.ca

The DNA Project thednathing.com

The Digs digsevents.com

The Dreamboats theideahunter.ca/the-hunt

The Intentions Party Band intentionsband.com

The Marc Joseph Band themarcjosephband.ca

The Sound Parade thesoundparade.com

The Universal Boogie Band magenboys.com

Wannabe - Spice Girls wannabespicegirls.com

QUEBEC

After Hours Band afterhoursband.ca/en/

Baby Boomers Band babyboomersband.net

Boogie Wonder Band boogiewonderband.com

Dance Knights Orchestra danceknights.ca

Le Vent Du Nord leventdunord.com

MazBand mazband.com

Off The Wall Live Band otwliveband.com

Preville Big Band preville.qc.ca

The Directors Showband thedirectors.ca

The Fundamentals fundamentalsmusic.com

Tonic Band tonicband.ca

NOVA SCOTIA

Donair Supply donairsupply.com

Laughing Freemen laughingfreemen.com

The Fine Tuners thefinetuners.ca

The Mellotones themellotones.ca

NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR

Newfoundland The Band newfoundlandtheband.com

The Spirit of Newfoundland spiritofnewfoundland.com

NEW BRUNSWICK

8 Track Mind www.8trackmind.ca

Mac and Hawes macandhawes.com

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Gadelle facebook.com/rootsmusic

The Atlantic String Machine atlanticstringmachine.com

The Wannabeez wannabeez.ca

Danny Kramer Dance Band, AB

ARCADE, GAME & INFLATABLE RENTALS holidayguide: entertainment

BRITISH COLUMBIA

A & B Partytime Rentals Ltd www.abpartytime.com

Angels Events

angelsevents.ca

Bonkers Games bonkersgames.com

Frazer Party Rentals fraservalleypartyrentals.com

Houle Games houlegames.com

Party Works partyworks.bc.ca

ALBERTA

Alliance Entertainment Services greatparty.ca

Access Entertainment accessentertainment.com

I Play Mobile Play Theatre iplaygametheatre.com

Tee Breeze Entertainment party-entertainment.ca

SASKATCHEWAN

Blue Chip Casino Rentals bluechiprentals.ca

Prairieland Rental & Sales prairielandrental.com

ONTARIO

Hart Entertainment Party Rentals hartentertainment.com

Superior Events Group superiorevents.ca

Checkers Fun Factory checkersfunfactory.com

Abbey Road Entertainment abbeyroadentertainment.com

Bounce Events & Party Rentals bounceevents.ca Redline Promotions redlinepromotions.com

The Main Event Fun Games Inc maineventfun.com

SPIRIT Entertainment spiritentertainment.ca

Toronto Coin Machine Exchange pinballexchange.com

POP! Events Group popevents.ca

Ontario Inflatables and Event Rentals inc. ontarioinflatables.com

QUEBEC

Nemesis Video Game Lounge nemesislan.ca

Mira Amusement miraamusement.com

PRÊT-A-PARTY pretaparty.com

Location Festi-Fêtes festifetes.ca

Amuz Inc amuz.ca

NOVA SCOTIA

Hyper Amusement Rentals hyperamusements.ca

Bounce Kingdom Party Rentals bouncekingdompartyrentals.com

Central Amusement Ltd. centralamusement.com

Glow The Event Store glowparties.ca

Giant Promotions Limited giantpromotions.ca

NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR

Sky High Amusements Ltd skyhighamusements.com

Golden Ticket Party Rentals goldenticketnl.ca

NEW BRUNSWICK

Asperule Event asperule.com

Par-T-Perfect par-t-perfect.com

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

PEI Inflatables peiinflatables.com

PHOTO BOOTH VENDORS

BRITISH COLUMBIA

Butter Studios Photography & Photobooth

Victoria/ Tofino butterphotobooth.ca

BuzzBooth Photo Video Booth

Vancouver buzzbooth.ca

Flashpoint Photobooth Kitchener fpbooth.com

Le Studio Vancouver

Vancouver lestudiovancouver.com/ photobooth

Modern Romance Productions

Vancouver modernromanceweddings.com

Pixperience

Vancouver pixperience.com

Picture & Color Media

Vancouver pictureandcolor.com

Silly Booth

Port Moody sillybooth.ca

So Slow! Productions

Edmonton soslow.ca

Touchbox Photo Booth

Vancouver touchboxmedia.ca

Vancouver Flipbook

Vancouver vancouverflipbook.com

ALBERTA

Hoot Booth Calgary hootbooth.com

Mojo Photo Inc. Edmonton & Calgary mojophoto.ca

Neat Photo Booth Calgary neatphotobooth.ca

Ready, Set, Booth Edmonton readysetbooth.com

Tap Snap Calgary, Edmonton & Lethbridge tapsnap.net

Tubby’s Party Rentals Calgary tubbys.ca

Twisted Image Creations Edmonton & Calgary twistedimagecreations.com

WACKY Shots

Lethbridge wackyshots.ca

We Image Calgary weimage.ca

Xpressbooth

Calgary xpressbooth.ca

SASKATCHEWAN

Armed with Harmony Saskatoon armedwithharmony.ca

Freeze Framez Saskatoon freezeframez.ca

Photobooth Central Saskatoon photoboothcentral.ca

Revolution Entertainment Inc. Saskatoon revolutiondj.com

Tap Snap

Saskatoon & Regina tapsnap.net

MANITOBA

4squareFOTO elite portable photobooth Winnipeg

4squarefoto.com

Bob’s Photo Booth

Winnipeg

bobsphotobooth.com

Happy Booth Winnipeg

Winnipeg happybooth.ca

Pixels and Giggles

Winnipeg pixelsngiggles.com

ONTARIO

2D House

Toronto

2dhouse.com

Abbey Road Entertainment

Toronto

abbeyroadentertainment.com

Event Circle

Toronto

eventcircle.ca

Flow Photo

Toronto flowphoto.ca

Go Booth

Ottawa gobooth.ca

MARIPA Media

Ottawa maripamedia.yolasite.com

MDRN Photobooth Co.

Ottawa mdrnphotoboothcompany.com

QUEBEC

Frenzy Booth

Montreal frenzybooth.com

Hartistic Photobooth

Montreal hartisticphotobooth.com

Instaslomo Inc. Montreal instaslomo.com

NOVA SCOTIA

Applehead Studio

Halifax appleheadstudio.com

Fotobox Rentals

Annapolis Valley fotobox.rentals

Party Impressions Inc.

Toronto mypartyimpressions.com

PartyPix

Toronto & Ottawa partypix.ca

Pop Interactive Party Rentals Toronto popevents.ca

Selffee Toronto selff.ee

Soapbox Photo & Video Booths Toronto

www.soapboxbooths.com

Snapshot Photobooth Toronto snapshotphotobooth.com

Snapz Photo Booth

Toronto snapzphotobooth.ca

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Le Selfie Booth Montreal leselfiebooth.com

Méga FUN Montreal megafunanimation.com

NEW BRUNSWICK

Memories2Go

Moncton, Saint John & Fredericton memories2go.ca

Laugh It Up All of Province laughitup.ca

Klik Pics Photo Booth All of Province newbrunswickphotobooth.com

Get In Touch

Fredericton newbrunswickphotobooth.com

NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR

Tap Snap

St. John’s tapsnap.net

St. John’s Photo Booth St. John’s stjohnsphotobooth.com

The Party Booth St. John’s thepartybooth.ca

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Tap Snap

Halifax tapsnap.net

True North DJ Services Ltd.

Halifax nsphotobooth.com

Laugh It Up All of Province

www.laughitup.ca

Instabooth Stratford instaboothpei.com

LOGISTICS & SUPPORT

EVENT SECURITY/ ON-SITE MEDIC SERVICES

Genesis Security Group

Vancouver genesissecurity.com

Guardteck Security Co Vancouver guardteck.com

ICM Security Vancouve icmsecurity.com

Odyssey Vancouver odysseymedical.ca

Medix Victoria medixbc.ca

Calgary Security Services

Calgary

calgarysecurityservicesltd.ca

CIS Event Security Services Calgary cisprotection.com

MacCon Security & Medical Calgary macconpublicsafety.com

Initial Security Edmonton initialsecurity.ca/specialevent-security

Garda World Winnipeg, garda.com

Toro Security & Event Services

Winnipeg torosecurity.com

Med-On-Site London medonsite.ca

Orion Security Toronto orionsecurity.ca

Sentinel Security Plus Toronto sentinelsecurityplus.com

EVENT STAFFING & BRAND HOSTS

BBW International Inc.

Vancouver/ Toronto bbwinternational.com

Nasco Staffing Solution

Vancouver/ Toronto/ Winnipeg nasco.ca

Core Staffing Toronto coreeventstaff.com

Crew Supply Toronto crewsupply.ca

Femme Fatale Media & Promotions

Toronto

femmefatalemedia.com

Iris Blue Toronto blunationstaffing.com

Maple Leaf Staffing Toronto mapleleafstaffing.org

Pineapple Eventworks Inc. Toronto pineappleworks.ca

Prestige Staffing Montreal prestigeeventstaffing.ca

Sword Security Toronto

swordsecurity.ca

IGS Security

Montreal igssecurity.com

Montreal Elite Security Montreal

montrealelitesecurite.com

Shadow Group Security Halifax shadowgroup.ca

East Coast Security Charlottetown eastcoastsecurity.ca

Garcon RSVP Montreal garconsvp.com

Stagecrew Halifax stagecrew.ca

City Models

Halifax citymodels.ca

EVENT PHOTOGRAPHERS

BRITISH COLUMBIA

Brian Dennehy Photography

Vancouver briandennehyphotography.com

Coast Mountain Photography

Vancouver coastphoto.com

Dean Kalyan Victoria deankalyan.com

Geoff Howe

Vancouver geoffhowe.ca

Lydia Nagai

Vancouver lydianagai.com/event

Raymond Chou

Photography

Vancouver raymondchou.ca

Thorpe

Vancouver jonthorpe.com

Two Peas Photogaphy

Vancouver twopeas.ca

Vision Photo

Vancouver visionphoto.ca

ALBERTA

Avonlea Photography

Edmonton avonleastudio.com

J&J Lawrence Photography

Calgary jandjlawrencephotography.com

Julie Vincent Photographer

Calgary julievincentphotography.com

Leblond Studio Inc.

Calgary leblondstudio.com

Moments in Digital Edmonton momentsindigital.com

Photos with Finesse

Calgary photoswithfinesse.com

SASKATCHEWAN

APPL Photo

Saskatoon applphoto.com

Gina's Portraits

Saskatoon ginasportraits.com

JLW Photography

Regina jlwphotography.ca

Reinbolt Photography

Saskatoon reinboltphotography.com

Shawn Fulton Photograpy

Regina shawnfultonphotography.com

Twelth Year

Regina twelfthyear.ca

MANITOBA

Artistic Impressions

Winnipeg aiphotography.com

Joel Ross Photography

Winnipeg joelross.com

Manuel F Sousa

Winnipeg msousa.com

Prairie & Pine

Winnipeg Laugh It Up prairieandpine.ca

Robert Lowdon

Winnipeg robertlowdon.com

Rygiel Photo & Video

Winnipeg

rygielphotovideo.com

ONTARIO

424U Photo & Video, Henry Lin Toronto 424u.com

Biz Photo Toronto bizphoto.ca

Byfield~Pitman Ottawa byfieldpitman.com

QUEBEC

Bonnallie Broduer Montreal bonnalliebrodeur.com

CEP Photography Montreal cepstudio.com

Julian Haber Photography Montreal julianhaberphotography.com

Nadia Zheng Montreal nadiazheng.com

NEW BRUNSWICK

Kandise Brown

Fredricton kandisebrown.com

Leelynn Bardsley

Moncton lbardsleyphotography.com

Miranda Oleary Photography

St. John

saintjohnphotography.ca

Philip Boudreau

Dieppe philipboudreau.com

Caryn Silverstein Photography Toronto carynsilverstein photography.com

Dan Abramovici Toronto danabramoviciphotography.com

DeBane Photography Ottawa debanephotography.com

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Grayson Lee Toronto bygrayson.com

Kayce Photography Toronto kaycephotography.com

KS Studios Toronto ksstudios.ca

Living Face Photography Toronto livingface.com

NOVA SCOTIA

Mary Pics

Toronto events.marypics.com

Melanie Sheilds Photography Ottawa melanieshieldsphotography.com

Nathan Lelievre Photography Ottawa nathanlphotography.com

Phot-O-Holic Imagery Markham photoholicimagery.com

Studio Iris Photography Montreal studioiris.ca

Valerie Rosen Photography Montreal valerierosenphotography.com

Barndoor Studio Windsor barndoorstudio.ca

Bruce Jollimore Photogaphy Dartmouth bjphotography.ca

Kate Kayter Photography halifax khrphoto.com

Jill Roberts Photography Halifax jillrobertsphotography.com

Michelle Doucette Photography

Halifax michelledoucettephotography.ca

Roman Buchhofer Photography Cheticamp romanbuchhofer.com

NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR

DM Photography

St John's donnamcmullin.com

JP Mullowney

Pictures by Sally LeDrew St John's picturesbysallyledrew.com

Preston Photography Moncton prestonphotography.com

Sean McGrath Photography St. John seanmcgrath.ca

Shannon May St Andrews shannonmayphotography.com

St John's stjohnsweddingphotographer.com

Nate and Nicole St John's nateandnicolephoto.com

Wayne Thornhill Photography St John's waynethornhillphoto.com

Zach Wheeler St John's zachwheeler.ca

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

Buffie Boily Photography Summerside bboily.com

Cheryl Perry Photography

Harrington cherylperryphotography.com

Sand Piper Studios

New Glasgow sandpiperstudios.ca

BARTENDING SERVICES

BRITISH COLUMBIA

Straight Up Bar Services

Vancouver straightupbarservices.ca

Lavish Liquid

Vancouver www.lavishliquid.com

Joe The Bartender

Victoria joethebartender.com

ALBERTA

Notie Bartenders

Calgary

notiebartending.com

Cheers Calgary Calgary cheerscalgary.com

SASKATCHEWAN

Elite Bartending Martensville elitebartending.ca

BarNuts Regina Regina facebook.com/BarNutsYQR

ONTARIO

Drink Smith

Toronto

drinksmith.ca

Bar Chef Toronto barchef.com

Bartendo Toronto bartendo.ca

Bartender One Toronto bartenderone.com

Flair Co. Toronto flairco.com

QUEBEC

Hire A Barman

Montreal hireabarman.ca

Brahmmauer

Montreal brahmmauer.com

EVENT TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

Fabulous Limousines

Richmond,BC fabulouslimousines.ca

Pearl Limousine

Vancouver, BC pearllimousine.ca

Royal Limousine Service

Vancouver,BC royallimo.ca

Star Limousine Service

Vancouver, BC starlimousine.com

VanCity Limos

Vancouver,BC vancitylimos.com

Ambassador Limousine

Calgary, AB mylimos.com

Black Car Executive, Calgary, AB blackcarexecutive.ca

Blue Sky Limos

Calgary, AB blueskylimos.com

Checker Ambassador

Limousine

Calgary, AB thecheckergroup.com

Legends Limousine Ltd

Edmonton, AB aclimos.ca

Prestige Transportation Ltd

Edmonton, AB

edmontonprestigelimousine.com

Living Skies Limo

Saskatoon, SK livingskieslimousine.ca

London Limos

Winnipeg, MB londonlimos.ca

LA Limos

Concorde, ON lalimos.ca

Erin Mills Limousines & Luxury Coaches

Toronto, ON erinmillslimo.com

ecoRIDES

Toronto,ON, EcoRides.com

Gatsby Valet

Toronto, ON, gatsbyvalet.com

GTA Exotic

Totonto, ON gtaexotics.ca

Luxury Coach

Toronto, ON luxury.to

Toronto Limousine Service

Toronto, ON tlslimoworldwide.com

Millennium Limousine

Ottawa, ON millenniumlimousines.com

The Ottawa Limo Company

Ottawa, ON ottawalimo.org

Limo Daniel Inc. Montreal Laval, QC limousinemontreal.com

Autobus Gallanda

Montreal, QC galland-bus.com

Limoselect

Montreal, QC limoselect.com

Montréal Classique Limo

Montreal, QC montreallimo.com

Groupe Limo

Québec, QC

Quebeclimoquebec.com

Maritime Luxury Limousine & Sedan Servicez

Charlottetown, PEI peilimo.com

GTA Exotic, Toronto, ON

MISCELLANEOUS SPECIALTY SUPPLIERS

TheGobo.com

(Gobo lighting needs)

Canada-wide thegobo.com

PAL Insurance Brokers Canada (event Insurance)

Canada-wide palcanada.com

pc/nametag (badge materials & software)

Canada-wide pcnametag.com

PheedLoop (event management software)

Canada-wide pheedloop.com

Universe (tickets & check-in software)

Canada-wide universe.com

2nd Wind Oxygen Bars

Vancouver,BC oxygenbars.ca

Boo La La Costumes

Vancouver,BC boolalacostumes.com

CinemaZoo (animal agency) Vancouver, BC cinemazoo.com

Massage in Motion

Vancouver,BC massageinmotion.ca

Pamper Your Soul

Vancouver,BC, pamperyoursoul.com

Watts Costume Rentals

Vancouver, BC wattscostumes.com

WestCoastAuctions.ca

(fundraising, auction services) Vancouver, BC westcoastauctions.ca

The Flag Shop

Winnipeg, MB winnipeg.flagshop.com

The Sign Source

Winnipeg, thesignsource.com

Spark Rentals Inc.

Winnipeg, MB (Specialty equip. from foam machines to black light) sparkrentals.ca

A Good Day, Inc. (Invitations) Toronto agooddayinc.com

Aromachology (try on perfume bars for events)

Toronto, ON myaromachology.com

Arrowonics (drone show)

Toronto, ON arrowonics.com

Axe Media Group (signs, banners, event printing) Toronto, ON axemediagroup.com

Brand Blvd (branded merchandise & printing) St. Catharines, ON brandblvd.ca

Brash Avenues (branded merchandise) Burlington brashavenues.com

Coyote Promotions (branded merchandise)

Toronto coyotepromos.com

Peter & Paul's Gifts, Toronto, ON

A Good Day, Inc., Toronto, ON

Eventdex (registration) Toronto, ON eventdex.com

EventMobi (event apps and mobile management) Toronto eventmobi.com

Nightlife Entertainment (Do it Yourself Karaoke, Projector and Audio Rentals) Toronto, ON nightlifeinc.com

Givergy (fundraising, auction services) Toronto, ON givergy.com/fundraise

Hot Paws Talent

Mississauga, ON hotpawstalent.com

Incredible Novelties (branded merchandise) Toronto, ON incrediblenovelties.com

Silent Auction Company Newmarket, ON silentauctioncompany.com

Massage on Wheels Toronto, ON massageonwheels.ca

Nothers Signs & Recognition

Toronto, ON nothers.com

Over the Edge Global (rapelling) Toronto, ON overtheedgeglobal.com

Peter & Paul's Gifts

Toronto, ON peterandpaulsgifts.com

Rent Frock & Repeat (rental gowns and dresses) Toronto, ON rentfrockrepeat.com

Theatrix Costume House Toronto, ON theatrixcostumehouse.com

Two Crazy Ladies Inc. (branded merchandise) Toronto twocrazyladies.com

Sandalwood Promotions (branded merchandise) Toronto sandalwoodpromos.com

Second City Works (team building workshops) Toronto, ON secondcityworks.com

Sigma Promotions Inc. Aurora, ON sigmapromotions.com

SOS Mini Chargers

Toronto, ON creativetwist.ca/ charging-stations

Sticker You (stickers for anything) Toronto , ON stickeryou.com

The Wellness Edge

Toronto, ON, massageonwheels.ca

Waters Shoe Care (mobile shoe shine) Toronto, ON theperfectshine.shoes

Marquee Letters (large custom letters) Pointe-Claire, QC marqueeletters.ca

SOS Mini Chargers, Toronto, ON