Greater Edmonton Destination Planner 2012 by Hilary Darrah

G uide for Tour Pl a n n i n g , M e e t i n g s & â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;C o nv ent i o ns

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Canada’s festival city

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No matter when you hold your event in Edmonton, you will be surrounded by one of the 30 major festivals that celebrate the arts, sports, film, winter and theatre year-round. What better way to get to know Alberta’s capital city. There’s something new to enjoy everywhere you turn, no matter the season. Talk about diverse facilities: how about Canada’s largest living history museum, an art gallery with its sweeping ribbons of steel mimicking the Northern Lights, or a river boat paddling the North Saskatchewan River? For something more down to earth, Edmonton has Canada’s largest exhibition facility west of Toronto as well as an award-winning convention centre offering unforgettable cuisine and vistas of North America’s largest urban parkland. Our city’s 13,000 hotel rooms offer the comfort you desire. We stand ready to help you put together pre and post-event programs that showcase why TripAdvisor called us a top 10 family-friendly Canadian destination. We are home to some of the country’s best eateries, and an unparalleled arts and culture scene. And ask us about how you can take advantage of two programs that inject local content and social responsibility into your event.

Let us show you why Edmonton should host your next event.

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Greater Edmonton Destination Planner 2012 Edition is published annually by Tanner Young Publishing Group in partnership with Edmonton Tourism

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BIG-CITY WONDERS WITH A WARM WELCOME Discover the friendliness of Alberta’s capital, where big-city sophistication can be experienced in attractions such as the Art Gallery of Alberta, a stunning swirl of glass, steel and zinc in the heart of the city’s downtown Arts District. What makes Edmonton an ideal destination is the way it blends excellent value and warm hospitality with a wide range of shopping, dining and entertainment destinations.

SEAT OF GOVERNMENT SEAT OF GOVERNMENT — Fans of architecture will enjoy a visit to the Alberta Legislature, a beaux arts edifice built from 1907 to 1912 next to the North Saskatchewan River. Beneath its scenic grounds lies the Legislature Pedway, a government mall with a gift shop that offers a wide selection of arts and crafts created by Alberta artisans as well as an interpretive centre which highlights the history and traditions of the Legislature.

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BEAUTIFUL CITY HALL BEAUTIFUL CITY HALL — Distinctive steel and glass pyramids distinguish Edmonton’s City Hall, set in the downtown Arts District. An inviting destination, its outdoor plaza refreshes with a wading pool and fountains in the summer and converts to a skating rink in winter. Its plaza and adjacent Sir Winston Churchill Square provide a friendly home for many of Edmonton’s internationally acclaimed festivals.

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SEAT OF GOVERNMENT SEAT OF GOVERNMENT — Fans of architecture will enjoy a visit to the Alberta Legislature, a Beaux Arts edifice built from 1907 to 1912 next to the North Saskatchewan River. Beneath its scenic grounds lies the Legislature Pedway, a government mall with a gift shop that offers a wide selection of arts and crafts created by Alberta artisans as well as an interpretive centre which highlights the history and traditions of the Legislature.

SEAT OF GOVERNMENT BEAUTIFUL CITY HALL

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sophistication can be experienced in attractions such as the Art Gallery of Alberta, a stunning swirl of glass, steel and zinc in the heart of the city’s downtown Arts District. What makes Edmonton an ideal destination is the way it blends excellent value and warm hospitality with a wide range of shopping, dining and entertainment destinations.

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Downtown Edmonton Downtown Edmonton shines with eye-catching arts facilities like the Winspear Centre for Music — home to the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra; the Art Gallery of Alberta — a stunning architectural vision by Randall Stout; and the celebrated Citadel Theatre — the cornerstone of Canada’s regional professional theatres. Other downtown gems include the pyramid-shaped City Hall, right next to Sir Winston Churchill Square, an activity hub where Edmontonians and tourists alike enjoy popular festivals such as a Taste of Edmonton, The International Street Performers Festival or the New Years’ Eve Downtown.

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Historic Whyte Avenue One of Edmonton’s best-loved districts is Whyte Avenue, a bohemian stroll just south of downtown in Old Strathcona. This trendy, happening strip is lined with pubs, cafes, live music venues, restaurants and more than 300 stores that carry everything from clothes and accessories to books, musical instruments and fair-trade merchandise from around the world. Walking tours through this historic district also afford a chance to check out the fresh produce, foods and crafty gifts at the celebrated Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market and to appreciate early 1900s architecture alongside its one-of-a-kind, eclectic shops.

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The Spirit of Stanley Located on Gateway Boulevard only blocks away from the bustling Old Strathcona district, stands an impressive 12.5-foot-tall Stanley Cup replica weighing in at a solid 850 pounds. The Stanley statue was built in 2007 through the collaboration of two local businesses, United Cycle and IMARK Metal Fabricators, along with the support of the Edmonton Oilers and the City of Edmonton. It features not only the cup winning teams since 1892, but also the complete team rosters from Alberta’s first year in the NHL (1979/80) to present day. The Stanley is a true Edmonton treasure admired by hockey fans and visitors alike.

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124 Street & Area West of downtown, the charming character area of 124th Street is home to plenty of art galleries, specialty and antique stores, fashion boutiques and fabulous eateries. Nearby, the internationally acclaimed Royal Alberta Museum plays host to world-class travelling exhibits as well as its permanent displays, including the Syncrude Gallery of Aboriginal Culture — one of North America’s most expansive exhibitions on Aboriginal peoples — and the captivating wildlife exhibit, Wild Alberta.

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West Edmonton Mall Needless to say, shopping, dining and entertainment are the name of the game at the worldfamous West Edmonton Mall — Alberta’s top tourist attraction with 28 million visitors a year . WEM features more than 800 stores and services, upwards of 100 dining establishments as well as nine world-class attractions that include the world’s largest indoor wave pool, an indoor amusement park, an 18-hole miniature golf course and a casino. All this action resides under one roof that spans the equivalent of 48 city blocks.

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University of Alberta If you’re a fan of sports, science, nature and history, then head south of the river to the University of Alberta. Established in 1908, this sprawling centre of advanced education has garnered international acclaim for its advances in the fields of science and medicine. It’s also home to the new Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute, the first of its kind in Canada, as well as the National Institute for Nanotechnology, Canada’s centre for cutting-edge micro systems and nanotechnology research.

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Celebrating Past and Future Canada’s largest living history museum, Fort Edmonton Park, affords glimpses of early life in Edmonton during the fur trading and pioneer eras, while the TELUS World of Science fascinates with hands-on exhibits and live demonstrations of leading-edge science and technology.

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Unspoiled River Valley Nature lovers can walk, jog or bike along the scenic North Saskatchewan River Valley — the largest stretch of urban parkland in North America — with its many golf courses and its extensive network of trails. Edmonton’s Valley Zoo, located in the city’s west end, houses more than 100 exotic, endangered and native species and offers educational programs and family adventures. If your passion is plants and flowers, the Muttart Conservatory is a horticultural haven with some 700 species of temperate and tropical plants in four glass pyramids.

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A Festive Host As a practised and polished host to the world, each year Edmonton welcomes hundreds of thousands of international guests to conferences and athletic meets. The city has proudly hosted Universiade, World Figure Skating Championships, four Canadian Football League Grey Cups, and much more. Named the “Cultural Capital of Canada” in 2007, the adopted moniker “Festival City” sums up Edmonton perfectly. With at least one major annual festival each month in music, theatre, visual arts and sports, finding something to do is easy! (See Festivals and Events on page 99 to 106 for more details.)

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Most Accommodating Staying in Edmonton is a breeze. More than 13,000 hotel guest rooms make the Edmonton region a highly accommodating centre. From the majestic Fairmont Hotel Macdonald — one of the city’s best-loved historical landmarks — to a host of suite hotels, motels and bed & breakfasts, Greater Edmonton’s accommodations offer something for every taste and budget. Making Edmonton your destination of choice is not only smart but easy too!

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Visitor Information For visitor information check out either of Edmonton Tourism’s Visitor Information Centres. One is located at Gateway Park coming into Edmonton from Queen Elizabeth II Highway; the other located downtown on Jasper Avenue and 99th Street in the World Trade Centre Edmonton building.

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Ride a Segway Edmontonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s River Valley is North Americaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest urban parkland, criss-crossed with scenic trails, greenery, water and wildlife. What better way to experience its wonders than by gliding along on a Segway? Put your city visit on a roll with Segway Edmonton and their one-of-a-kind tours.

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Alberta Legislature celebrates centennial in 2012 Downtown Edmonton is everyone’s neighbourhood, a place to gather, to celebrate and mark milestones, such as this year’s 100th anniversary of the Alberta Legislature building, a living architectural monument in the grand Beaux Arts style, which first opened its doors on Sept. 3, 1912. Its lobby is one of the best remaining examples of art deco style in Canada, with six types of marble, nickel-plated doors and decorative light fixtures. Already a new carillon can be heard daily at noon and 6 p.m. as it strikes the Westminster Chime on the hour followed by 15 minutes of musical selections.

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To mark the centennial, the City of Edmonton is investing $17.6 million to transform a five block stretch of 108th Street downtown — overlooking the scenic Legislature — into Capital Boulevard, a ceremonial street inspired by world famous public spaces in Washington D.C., Rome, Moscow and London. Capital Boulevard will connect to a new landscaped Government of Alberta public plaza being built south of 99th Avenue. The new plaza promises to further open up the legislature grounds to visitors, creating an area Albertans and visitors can enjoy year-round, with 100 fountains in summer, a public outdoor Olympic-sized skating rink in winter, and abundant green spaces to represent Alberta’s six eco-zones (Boreal Forest, Rocky Mountains, Foothills, Parkland, Grassland and Canadian Shield).

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Walk an Arctic Shoreline at Edmonton Valley Zoo Experience an Arctic shoreline at Edmonton Valley Zoo. Make your way along cobbled beaches and eroded, ice-scoured earth bank as Arctic Foxes and ground squirrels scamper along nearby, and seals and sea lions make a splash offshore. Polar Extremes: Arctic Shores is a brand-new $16.7-million exhibit to open in 2012 that lets guests view animals and habitat in a naturalized environment. Enjoy up-close views of the seals and sea lions as they lounge, work with staff in their training area, or slide in and out of their underwater access to their outdoor habitat. For younger visitors, the playâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the thing, with giant whalebone ribs to climb, a hydrophone and other hands-on artifacts sure to bring a smile and make memories.

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Metropolis celebrates winter Each New Year’s Eve the city’s new International Winter Festival — Metropolis — launches almost two months of food, music, live entertainment and interactive exhibits as it transforms Sir Winston Churchill Square into a futuristic landscape inspired by cold-weather construction technology and designed by worldrenowned architects. Four free-standing structural forms lit with LED lighting — Community Centre, Children’s Pavilion, Taste of Winter and Polar Brewhouse — also feature an artistic sound-and-vision show created by 21st century new media. The frosty festivities invite all to embrace winter and join the party that runs right through to Alberta’s Family Day in late February.

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Reflect, relax, reconnect at The Enjoy Centre Only 25 minutes from downtown Edmonton, The Enjoy Centre is home to more than 14,000 square feet of unique space with soaring glass ceilings and modern amenities — the perfect venue for conferences and special get-togethers in nearby St. Albert. Located next to Lois Hole Centennial Park, it’s home to the popular Hole’s Greenhouse & Gardens, a banquet facility, spa, wine store, coffee bar, restaurant and gift shops. Pay a visit here you’ll experience the pleasures of decorating and entertaining, growing and replenishing, personalizing and enjoying — everything you need to create the lifestyle you desire.

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Fun on the ropes Whether as a corporate team-building exercise or simply as the height of family fun, it’s hard to beat West Edmonton Mall’s Ropes Quest, the super-mall’s newest attraction to be found in Phase III, beside World Waterpark. Harness up — and get your Edmonton visit off the ground on this three-level suspended adventure. Scale a soaring indoor trail of beams and ropes all the way to the top to conquer this challenging obstacle course.

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Feel the force of Star Wars and you See Luke Skywalker, Anakin Skywalker and all the unforgettable characters of Star Wars like never before at TELUS World of Science starting this Oct. 27. STAR WARS Identities: The Exhibition will inspire visitors of all ages to learn the components of human identity in this character-driven adventure into what makes us who we are. Set off on your own multimedia Identity Quest to create your own unique Star Wars identity. On display will be a vast collection of Star Wars props, costumes, models and artwork from the Lucasfilm Archives, including iconic items like Darth Vaderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s costume, the Millennium Falcon spaceship model and Anakinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s full-sized Podracer.

In a region with 3,500 eating establishments to choose from, Edmonton restaurateurs draw upon a world of variety to cook up anything you desire. The diversity of dishes reaches far beyond Albertaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s borders, from chefs who happily accommodate large groups, and can add a personal touch with custom menus that reflect special dietary needs such as vegan, gluten-free and organic. Many also offer private banquet facilities, entertainment, and off-premise catering to turn your meeting or special event into a crowd-pleaser.

Also consider giving your gathering a tasty, distinctive flavour with entrees prepared from locally grown, farm-fresh favourites. Two-thirds of Alberta ranches raise cattle that has won a global following for their rich, flavourful grain-fed meat. Central Alberta has grown into a hub for cheese makers and dairy farmers; market gardens harvest produce such as squash and potatoes; and rich fields to the south of Edmonton yield canola, wheat, corn and berries. All of the above come together as creative, satisfying entrees at restaurants proud to serve regional cuisine.

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Set the mood you desire. From quiet and business like to energetic and casual, Edmonton restaurants offer a wide range of dining experiences with attentive, professional service. If live entertainment tops your agenda, many city restaurants also feature performers on select evenings. With such a delicious selection of possibilities, finding restaurants to accommodate you and your group will be easy. Narrowing the selection down to one will be the challenge. Bon appetit!

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Also consider giving your gathering a tasty, distinctive flavour with entrees prepared from locally grown, farm-fresh favourites. Two-thirds of Alberta ranches raise cattle that have won a global following for their rich, flavourful grain-fed meat. Central Alberta has grown into a hub for cheese makers and dairy farmers; market gardens harvest produce such as squash and potatoes; and rich fields to the south of Edmonton yield canola, wheat, corn and berries. All of the above come together as creative, satisfying entrees at restaurants proud to serve regional cuisine.

Home-Grown Flavour

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Information What You Need to Know

Numbers to Note Handy Facts Holidays Climate Average Temperatures Visitor Information We’re Here to Help Edmonton Tourism

We’re Here to Help We’re Here to Help Edmonton Tourism (a division of Edmonton Economic Development Corporation) is a destination marketing organization (DMO) responsible for promoting international and domestic travel to the Greater Edmonton Region. Edmonton Tourism has professional staff in both Leisure and Business Travel departments to provide planning assistance, supplier contacts and collateral material on Edmonton and area for the development of group and independent tour programs, incentive travel, meetings and conventions. Services for Convention Planners The professional staff of Edmonton Tourism’s Meetings & Business Travel Division is available to meet with you in a consultative role to assist in planning your meeting or trade show. If you’re a member of an organization that could be invited to convene in Edmonton, we will work with you in preparing and submitting an invitation. The sales staff attend major trade shows and plan special promotions in their major market areas in Canada, USA, and internationally. We can work with key planners or call on your executives to promote Edmonton as their meeting destination. Services for Travel Trade and Tour Operators In addition to this Greater Edmonton Destination Planner, support provided by Leisure Travel staff includes: • Promotional brochures (English, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Spanish) • Images CD-ROM • Destination Edmonton video and CDs

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Information What You Need to Know

Numbers to Note Handy Facts Holidays Climate Average Temperatures Visitor Information We’re Here to Help Edmonton Tourism

Handy Facts • E dmonton has no PST (Provincial Sales Tax) but there is a four-per-cent tourism tax on accommodations. • E dmonton is in the Mountain Time Zone — one hour ahead of Pacific Time and one hour behind Central Time. • C urrency can be exchanged at any bank, trust company, credit union or currency-exchange centre. • T ypical banking hours are Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., with some branches open later. • E dmonton enjoys four distinct seasons with weather generally ranging from as low as –20ºC in winter and as high as +25ºC in summer.

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Holidays There are 12 statutory holidays celebrated in Alberta. Banks, government offices and selected businesses may remain closed, though most shops and restaurants do remain open. Statutory holidays include:

2012 2013 2014

New Year’s Day

Jan 1

Family Day

Jan 1

Feb 20

Feb 15 Feb 17

Good Friday Apr 6

Mar 29 Apr 18

Easter Monday Apr 9

Mar 31 Apr 21

Victoria Day

May 21

May 20

May 19

Canada Day

Jul 1

Alberta Heritage Day Aug 6 Aug 5 Aug 4 Labour Day

Sep 3

Sep 2

Sep 1

Thanksgiving Day Oct 8 Oct 14 Oct 13 Remembrance Day

Nov 11

Christmas Day Dec 25 Dec 25 Dec 25 Boxing Day Dec 26 Dec 26 Dec 26

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Climate Edmonton’s four distinct seasons lend themselves to a host of indoor and outdoor activities all year round. No matter what time of year, Alberta sunshine is sure to warm your day — the city averages 12.32 hours of sunshine daily, more than almost all other Canadian cities! A wealth of indoor attractions and venues mean you stay warm during Edmonton’s snow season (mid-November to mid-March normally). Or head outdoors to enjoy winter activities such as skating, tobogganing, snowshoeing, dogsledding, cross-country and downhill skiing.

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Average Temperatures

Numbers to Note Handy Facts Holidays Climate Average Temperatures Visitor Information We’re Here to Help Edmonton Tourism

HIGH LOW January

-9°C (16°F)

-20°C (-4°F)

February

-5°C (23°F)

-17°C (1°F)

0°C (32°F)

-11°C (12°F)

April

10°C (50°F)

-3°C (27°F)

May

17°C (63°F)

3°C (38°F)

June

21°C (70°F)

7°C (45°F)

July

23°C (78°F)

9°C (49°F)

August

22°C (76°F)

8°C (47°F)

September

17°C (62°F)

3°C (38°F)

October

11°C (52°F)

-2°C (28°F)

November

-1°C (31°F)

-11°C (12°F)

December

-7°C (20°F)

-18°C (0°F)

March

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Visitor Information Visitor Information Centres Call 780-496-8400 or 1-800-463-4667 Website www.edmonton.com

Two centres to serve you:

Downtown Visitor Information/Airport Express World Trade Centre Edmonton, 9990 Jasper Avenue NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 1P7 Year round 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Mon to Fri July and August 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Mon to Sat

Gateway Park Queen Elizabeth II Highway, South 2404 Gateway Boulevard SW Mid-May to early September 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Mon-Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat-Sun September to Mid-May 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Mon to Fri 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat

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Numbers to Note Handy Facts Holidays Climate Average Temperatures Visitor Information We’re Here to Help Edmonton Tourism

Information What You Need to Know

Numbers to Note Handy Facts Holidays Climate Average Temperatures Visitor Information Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re Here to Help Edmonton Tourism

Edmonton Tourism Letters Edmonton Tourism 9990 Jasper Ave, Edmonton, AB T5J 1P7 Tel: 780-426-4715 Fax: 780-425-5283 For further information contact: Janna Tominuk, Managing Director, Tourism Development Direct Tel: 780-917-7622 Toll-free: 1-877-917-7626 E-mail: jtominuk@edmonton.com Brent Beatty, Senior Manager, Meetings and Conventions Direct Tel: 780-917-7625 E-mail: bbetty@edmonton.com Theresa Kloster, Sales Manager, Business Travel Direct Tel: 780-969-0480 Email: tkloster@edmonton.com Christie Makowichuk, Manager, Leisure Travel Americas Direct Tel: 780-917-7620 E-mail: cmakowichuk@edmonton.com Lindsay Harrison, Manager, Event Attraction Direct Tel: 780-917-7879 E-mail: lharrison@edmonton.com Michael Thomas, Manager, Event Attraction Direct Tel: 780-917-7879 E-mail: mthomas@edmonton.com Natacha Fudem, Manager, Leisure Travel International Direct Tel: 780-917-7621 E-mail: nfudem@edmonton.com

Information Essentials

Banking Banking hours vary in Edmonton with most branches open Monday to Friday between 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m, although hours vary by institution. Some banks also offer evening and weekend service. Call specific branches to verify hours. Most banks have 24-hour automatic teller machines (ATM) which accept most major bank and credit cards on international networks such as Cirrus, Plus, Interac and Visa. Many of Edmonton’s stores and services also offer Interac service, which enables you to pay by automatic bank-card debit for purchases or expenses. Border Crossing Everyone entering Canada, including United States citizens, must present a valid passport. Visitors from some countries may require a temporary visa. Check with the Canadian Consulate or Canadian Embassy for details prior to travelling. www.cbsa.gc.ca Churches Most denominations are represented in Canada. If you wish to attend services while in Edmonton, check local newspapers for complete listing times, clergy and sermon titles. City of Edmonton Taxi-cab Tariff $3.60 First 135 Meters or portion thereof; $0.20 Each additional 135 meters or portion thereof or $0.20 each 24 seconds while stopped $30.00. Each hour waiting time (at $0.20 per 24 seconds) $3.60. For any call cancelled on arrival at the point ordered. Climate Edmonton’s climate is temperate, with four distinct seasons. A persistent snow cover characterizes winter, generally from November to mid-March. Summers are generally dry and sunny. Average temperatures range from 22ºC in summer months to –20ºC in winter months. Travellers should bring a sweater, trousers and jacket or raincoat, along with warm weather wear for the summer months. In the winter, a heavy coat, boots, gloves and warm clothing are necessary. Credit Cards The following major credit cards are accepted in most hotels, stores E d m o n t o n De s t i n a t i o n P l a n n e r w w w . D E STINATIONe d m o nVisa, t o nMasterCard, . c A 7 and restaurants: Diners Club/enRoute and American Express.

Edmonton is growing steadily, and as such, the city’s transportation routes are developing right along with it—making travel in and around Edmonton easier than ever. Major projects are underway or nearing completion, such as the Edmonton International Airport Expansion and Anthony Henday Drive. With improvements to Edmonton’s public transit, namely the expanded Light Rail Transit (LRT) system and increased bus routes, your conference planning will be smooth sailing.

New EIA U.S. Departures Terminal Air travel to and from Edmonton has never been easier or more enjoyable. The Edmonton International Airport has been transformed, offering travellers more services, comfort, and efficiency. In the expanded terminal, you can now browse a diverse collection of art, shop in the many new stores, and enjoy a great selection of restaurants and cafés. Navigating the airport is also easier with its new signs and terminal design, and waiting for flights is more comfortable, thanks to improved passenger lounges. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout, and getting to and from the airport has been improved, too, with the addition of an Edmonton Transit bus route.

Anthony Henday Drive

Getting Around:

New EIA Terminal

Transportation

Anthony Henday Drive

Getting Around:

New EIA Terminal

Transportation

Anthony Henday Drive Edmonton’s much-anticipated ring road, Anthony Henday Drive, is one step closer to completion. New sections have recently opened, making transportation in and around the city, as well as neighbouring municipalities, quicker and easier to access and navigate. The final section will be starting construction in 2012, with an estimated completion date planned for sometime in 2016.

Anthony Henday Drive

Getting Around:

New EIA Terminal

Transportation

LEGEND

Edmonton City Centre

LEGEND

Old Strathcona

Transportation

BY AIR Edmonton International Airport (EIA) serves as the air gateway to Greater Edmonton and the boundless opportunities of the Canadian North. A bright, modern facility, EIA welcomes six million passengers annually, with its Central Hall that features convenient retail and food and beverage services, an observation deck, centralized pre-board screening, free Wi-Fi for all passengers and many amenities for passenger comfort. Translation services in multiple languages and international currency exchange are also available. This year, the EIA has unveiled their $1 billion terminal expansion, featuring a brand-new U.S. Departures Terminal lined with great shops, cafés, restaurants, and more handy services. Located 30 km/19 miles (about 30-40 minutes) from downtown Edmonton, the airport is next to Queen Elizabeth II Highway, the major commuter highway that links Calgary and Edmonton. Many ground transportation options are available from EIA, including taxi and limo services, the new C-Line and Sky Shuttle service to the south side, west end and downtown. Daily ground coach service is now available to Jasper, in the magnificent Canadian Rockies. A number of Greater Edmonton hotels offer complimentary shuttle service. With more than 50 non-stop flights across the continent — with air links to 12 major U.S. hubs and destinations — Edmonton International Airport offers one-stop access to anywhere in the world.

1 BY AIR

BY TRAIN

3 BY BUS

TRANSIT

5 TAXIS

BY AUTOMOBILE

RULES OF THE ROAD

Transportation

BY TRAIN Edmonton lies on VIA Rail’s Canadian route, with passenger-rail services to Saskatoon, Winnipeg, Toronto, Jasper and Vancouver. VIA Rail Canada’s Edmonton terminal is located near the city centre at 12360-121 St. Located 30 km/19 miles (about 30-40 minutes) from downtown Edmonton, the airport is next to Queen Elizabeth II Highway, the major commuter highway that links Calgary and Edmonton. Many ground transportation options are available from EIA, including taxi and limo services, the new C-Line and Sky Shuttle service to the south side, west end and downtown. Daily ground coach service is now available to Jasper, in the magnificent Canadian Rockies. A number of Greater Edmonton hotels offer complimentary shuttle service. With more than 50 non-stop flights across the continent — with air links to 12 major U.S. hubs and destinations — Edmonton International Airport offers one-stop access to anywhere in the world.

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BY TRAIN

3 BY BUS

TRANSIT

5 TAXIS

BY AUTOMOBILE

RULES OF THE ROAD

Transportation

BY BUS Greyhound Bus Lines provides excellent service to Edmonton from anywhere in North America. Service to and from Calgary, Red Deer and Fort McMurray is also available from Red Arrow. Both lines offer express services between major centres.

1 BY AIR

BY TRAIN

3 BY BUS

TRANSIT

5 TAXIS

BY AUTOMOBILE

RULES OF THE ROAD

Transportation

TRANSIT Edmontonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s LRT serves the downtown core with a south-side line that crosses the North Saskatchewan River to the University of Alberta. This line extends southward to Southgate and Century Park. The north-side LRT line services Commonwealth Stadium, Rexall Place and Northlands, making it ideal transportation for games and special events. Day passes are available which provide unlimited access to LRT and Edmonton Transit routes. Conference packages are available to provide delegate access to Edmonton Transit services at a reasonable cost. Call 780-496-5782 for information. Buses from neighbourhood routes all converge on 20 major transit centres to facilitate easy transfers from one bus route to another. Edmonton Transit also offers an express bus between West Edmonton Mall, the Shaw Conference Centre and many downtown hotels. Group charter services are also available in and around Edmonton.

1 BY AIR

BY TRAIN

3 BY BUS

TRANSIT

5 TAXIS

BY AUTOMOBILE

RULES OF THE ROAD

Transportation

TAXIS Taxis are usually on hand at hotels, shopping centres and major venues. In areas without taxi stands, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s usually quicker to phone for service rather than hail a cab. Regular meter rates are charged from the Edmonton International Airport, located 29 km/18 miles from the city centre (about 30-45 minutes driving time).

1 BY AIR

BY TRAIN

3 BY BUS

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BY AUTOMOBILE Edmonton’s location on the Trans-Canada Yellowhead Highway offers smooth driving access to cities and communities across Western Canada. Situated near the geographic centre of Alberta, Edmonton is 514 km (320 miles) north of the Canada/U.S. border with Montana; 294 km (184 miles) east of Jasper, and 404 km (252 miles) northeast of Banff. For periods of up to 12 months, the entry of vehicles and trailers into Alberta for touring purposes is generally a routine matter without any duty or fee. Your U.S. or international driver’s licence is valid while travelling in Alberta.

1 BY AIR

BY TRAIN

3 BY BUS

TRANSIT

5 TAXIS

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RULES OF THE ROAD

Transportation

RULES OF THE ROAD • The minimum age for licensed drivers in Alberta is 16, although car rental agencies may impose a higher minimum age (e.g. 25, with a major credit card). • Seatbelt use is mandatory in Alberta for drivers and passengers. • A Distracted Driving law is in effect for all of Alberta. This makes nearly every form of driver distraction Illegal—such as personal grooming, reading, texting and other hand-held cell phone use, and GPS programming to name a few—and infractions are subject to hefty fines. Not to worry, though—you can still sip your coffee in the car (just use good judgment). • Motorcycle riders and passengers must wear helmets and drive with headlights on. • Right turns on red lights are permitted after stopping; U-turns are prohibited. • Edmonton’s streets include several traffic circles. When approaching a traffic circle, use the right lane if you plan to exit at the first exit. Use the left lane to take the second or third exit. The vehicle on the outside of the circle must yield to the vehicles on the inside, and you must exit the circle in the same lane in which you are travelling. • When driving in Alberta you must have valid accident insurance with a minimum coverage of $200,000 public liability and property damage.

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A motor coach can stop anywhere, anytime! This flexibility means easy access to Edmonton’s premier and off-the-beaten-path destinations, with the freedom to spend as long as you wish, wherever you wish. Bring your group to Edmonton. It’s a great destination for moving groups both large and small.

Here are a few suggestions to get your wheels rolling: ARTS DISTRICT

Art Gallery of Alberta; Citadel Theatre; Francis Winspear Centre For Music; City Hall

BIG STARS ON STAGE Top international touring acts at Rexall Place, Jubilee Auditorium; Shaw Conference Centre; Edmonton Event Centre FRESH AIR ‘N’ FITNESS

86 golf courses; river valley trails for cycling, jogging and cross-country skiing; off-leash parks for pets

FUNKY, BOHEMIAN FUN

Whyte (82) Avenue stroll; 124th Street district

GALLERY WALK

A friendly cluster of quality art galleries near 124th Street

HISTORIC

Fort Edmonton Park; Royal Alberta Museum; Alberta Legislature; Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village

HOMEGROWN & TASTY TREATS Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market; A Taste of Edmonton; Heritage Festival food booths; CariWest (Edmonton Caribbean Arts Festival) INIMITABLE DINING

La Ronde revolving restaurant; Harvest Room in Fairmont Hotel Macdonald; Mayfield Dinner Theatre

INTIMATE LIVE VENUES

Arden Theatre; Festival Place; The Starlite Room; Yardbird Suite; The Pawn Shop

NATURE LOVERS North Saskatchewan River Valley; Devonian Botanic Garden (Japanese garden); Muttart Conservatory; Elk Island National Park; Edmonton Valley Zoo; John Janzen Nature Centre SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY TELUS World of Science – Edmonton; Reynolds-Alberta Museum (transportation, aviation, agriculture and industry from the 1890s to the present); Leduc #1 Energy Discovery Centre; Jurassic Forest SHOPPING

West Edmonton Mall; Edmonton City Centre; Kingsway Mall; Southgate Centre; Whyte (82) Avenue

SIMPLY UNIQUE Winter Light Festival; Edmonton International Street Performers Festival; Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival; Edmonton Folk Music Festival; Edmonton Corn Maze SPORTS Edmonton Oilers (NHL hockey); Edmonton Eskimos (CFL football); Edmonton Capitals (GBL baseball); Edmonton Oil Kings (WHL hockey); Edmonton Rush (NLL lacrosse); Canadian Finals Rodeo

Airlines serving Edmonton

The D symbol indicates partners in the Edmonton Capital Region Tourism Partnership. Industry partners support green initiatives. Please visit their websites for details. Information subject to change without notice.

Air Canada/Air Canada Jazz Reservations 1-888-247-2262 Arrival/Departure Info 1-888-422-7533 Website www.aircanada.com Air North, Yukonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Airline D Reservations/Information 1-800-661-0407 Email customerservice@flyairnorth.com Tel 867-668-2228 Fax 867-393-4601 Website www.flyairnorth.com Offering non-stop service between Edmonton and Whitehorse, Yukon. Air Transat Information 1-877-872-6728 Website www.airtransat.com For reservations or more information, contact a travel agent. Offering summer charter to London and Frankfurt, winter charters to southern sun destinations. Canadian North D Reservations 1-800-661-1505 Email reception@canadiannorth.com Tel 867-669-4000 Fax 867-669-4040 Website www.canadiannorth.com Offering service to Calgary, Norman Wells, Inuvik NWT, Yellowknife, NWT and Diavik Central Mountain Air Information 1-888-865-8585 Website www.flycma.com Offering flights to High Level, Fort St-Johns and Calgary Continental Airlines Reservations/Information 1-800-523-FARE Website www.continental.com Offering non-stop service between Edmonton and Houston, TX. Delta Air Lines Reservations 1-800-221-1212 Website www.delta.com Offering non-stop service from Edmonton to Minneapolis. Enerjet Reservations 1-877-enerjet (1-877-363-7538) Website www.enerjet.ca Offering non-stop charters to sun destinations. First Air Reservations 1-800-267-1247 Website www.firstair.ca Offering non-stop service between Edmonton and Yellowknife, NWT, Norman Wells.

2012 Air Service

At Edmonton International Airport (EIA) we’re working hard every day to create a better flying experience — one that’s easy, fast, convenient and comfortable. In 2009, EIA served 6.1 million passengers, flying to more than 50 non-stop destinations in Canada, the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean and Europe. To keep pace with passenger growth and demand for more air service, we have embarked on a $1-billion airport development program. Once Expansion 2012 is completed, EIA will have more gates, new fast-track boarding services, more parking, restaurants, retail shops and terminal services to ensure we deliver our we’ll move you brand promise.

Edmonton, 2012 AIR SERVICE

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Alberta, Canada Inuvik Norman Wells Yellowknife Hay River Whitehorse Rainbow Lake Fort Nelson Fort St. John

Fort Smith

London (Heathrow) London (Gatwick)

High Level Fort McMurray

Grande Prairie

EDMONTON Comox Victoria

Vancouver

Seattle

Calgary

Abbotsford Kelowna Lethbridge Cranbrook

Saskatoon

At Edmonton International Airport (EIA) we’re working hard every day to create a better flying experience — one that’s easy, fast, convenient and comfortable.

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Toronto

Montreal Ottawa

In 2011, EIA served over 6 million passengers, flying to over 50 non-stop destinations in Canada, the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean and Europe.

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Hamilton San Francisco

Las Vegas

Los Angeles Palm Springs

For the past three years, EIA has been Canada’s fastest-growing major airport.

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Denver

To keep pace with passenger growth and demand for more air service, we have embarked on a $1-billion expansion project.

Phoenix

Once Expansion 2012 is completed, EIA will have more gates, new fast-track boarding services,

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more parking, restaurants, retail shops and terminal services to ensure we deliver our we’ll move you brand promise.

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Edmonton International Airport gives you more of what you need to fly. Over 50 non-stop destinations, new shops and services, expanded parking, and express pay parking make arrivals and departures easier and faster than ever before. Expansion 2012 is underway at EIA, a $1-billion terminal expansion that will see new features and services added for your convenience and enjoyment. See all of what’s new for you at EIA at flyeia.com.

2012 AIR SERVICE Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Inuvik Norman Wells Yellowknife Hay River Whitehorse Rainbow Lake Fort Nelson Fort St. John

Fort Smith

London (Heathrow) London (Gatwick)

High Level Fort McMurray

Grande Prairie

EDMONTON Comox Victoria

Vancouver

Seattle

Calgary

Abbotsford Kelowna Lethbridge Cranbrook

Saskatoon

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Regina Winnipeg Minneapolis

Toronto

Montreal Ottawa

Halifax

Hamilton San Francisco

Las Vegas

Los Angeles Palm Springs

For the past three years, EIA has been Canada’s fastest-growing major airport.

Chicago

Denver

To keep pace with passenger growth and demand for more air service, we have embarked on a $1-billion expansion project.

Phoenix

Once Expansion 2012 is completed, EIA will have more gates, new fast-track boarding services,

Houston

more parking, restaurants, retail shops and terminal services to ensure we deliver our we’ll move you brand promise.

Orlando Maui Cabo San Lucas

Mazatlan Puerto Vallarta

Cancun

Varadero Santa Clara Punta Cana

Montego Bay Huatulco

flyeia.com

In 2011, EIA served over 6 million passengers, flying to over 50 non-stop destinations in Canada, the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean and Europe.

Liberia Panama City

Revised Mar 2012 *some services are only offered on a seasonal basis

Transportation Services

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M • • • • • • • • • Aurora Tours Fall/Winter Japanese ET 11223–132 Street, Edmonton AB T5M 1E7 V Nature Tours 80% German JATA Tel 780-452-5187 Fax 780-452-5180 MC Summer 20% Spanish TA Contact Johan Louw Email sales@altacan.ab.ca Mandarin Ft.MT Website www.altacan.ab.ca Cantonese

Alberta Motor Association Travel • • • • • • • • • Year-round French Marketing Services–Groups & Incentives D Cantonese 10310 G.A. MacDonald (39A) Avenue, Edmonton AB T6J 6R7 German Tel 780-430-5460 Fax 780-430-5676 Contact travel.marketing@ama.ab.ca Website www.AMATravel.ca

Anderson Vacations D 301, 1117-1 Street SW, Calgary AB T2R 0T9 Tel 403-245-6200 Fax 403-245-6210 Toll-Free (CAD & USA) 1-866-814-7378 Contact Corey Marshall Email cmarshall@andersonvacations.ca Website www.canadatravelsolution.com

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• • Year-round PO Box 9803, Edmonton AB T5J 2T2 Tel 780-890-7596 Fax 780-890-7004 Website www.avis.com

Blue Sky Limos D

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S 6015–103A Street, Edmonton AB T6H 2J7 L Tel 780-432-0000 Fax 780-431-0288 MC Toll-Free 1-888-399-3040 Contact Jim Korchinski Email info@blueskylimos.com Website www.blueskylimos.com

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Bob’s Bus D MC • 6935-21 Avenue, Edmonton AB T6K 2H3 Tel 780-485-7291 Fax 780-450-0058 Contact Bob Romano Website www.bobsbus.ca

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• • • • • • • • Year-round ET, ABA, PO Box 1140, 100 Gopher Street, Banff AB T1L 1J3 ACTA, Tel 403-762-6700 Fax 403-762-6750 ASTA, Contact Joanna Buckingham Email sales@brewster.ca CITAP, NTA, Website www.brewster.ca USTO

Budget Car & Truck Rental D • • Year-round French 4612-95 Street, Edmonton AB T6E 5Z6 Tel 780-448-2000 Fax 780-437-4036 Contact Jenna Kryzanowski Email reserve@budgetedmonton.com St.ACC Website www.facebook.com/BudgetEdmonton Carefree RV Rentals D • • • •

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Edmonton showcases a remarkable collection of hotels with more than 13,000 guest rooms that offer deluxe amenities and technology-friendly conference facilities. From luxury hotels and historic properties to suite hotels and bed and breakfasts, the region boasts some of the best average hotel room rates in Canada, certain to bring value — and a great night’s sleep — for any budget.

Courtyard by Marriott at EIA The Courtyard by Marriott is part of the 2012 Airport Expansion Plan, and will soon offer stylish and convenient accommodations to its business and leisure travellers when it opens in 2013. EIA passengers staying at the hotel will have their choice of 210 spacious rooms, 10,000 square feet of banquet and meeting facilities, a restaurant and lounge, world-class fitness facilities, and superior wired and wireless Internet access—and it’s all just a short walk from the airport through a heated pedway.

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Hotel Selkirk Take a step back in time by booking your next corporate event at the Hotel Selkirk in Fort Edmonton Park, Canada’s largest living-history museum. Your attendees will enjoy the beauty of the River Valley while soaking up some of Edmonton’s history. Stroll the charming grounds and be transported to four different eras—1846, 1885, 1905, and 1920. Dining options include the quaint Johnson’s Cafe and the exquisite Mahogany Room. Plus, the hotel has the audiovisual equipment and wireless Internet required to make your next meeting or corporate event a success.

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Edmonton Marriott at River Cree Resort

MEETIN G FACILI T I E S AREA Size

Sq. Ft.

Theatre

Enoch Grand Ballroom

Room

115’x65’

7,475

800

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

404

600

Reception

800

Enoch A

27’x33’

891

Enoch B

27’x32’

864

Enoch C

30’x65’

1,950

200

180

200

Enoch D

30’x65’

1,950

200

180

200

Enoch E

27’x33’

891

Enoch F

27’x32’

864

River Cree Ballroom

84’x54’

4,536

450

218

432

485

River Cree 1

42’x27’

1,134

110

100

River Cree 2

42’x26’

1,092

100

River Cree 3

41’x27’

1,107

100

River Cree 4

41’x26’

1,066

100

Strongwoods Room

34’x36’

1,224

110

108

100

Chiefs Boardroom

34’x27’

918

—

115’x190’

21,850

1,600

1,100

1,000

2,800

The Venue (with stage)

300 East Lapotac Blvd, Enoch, AB T7X 3Y3 Tel 780-484-2121 Fax 780-930-2736 Toll-Free 1-877-377-7774 E-mail yegmc-sales@marriott.com Web www.EdmontonMarriott.com www.RiverCreeResort.com

Get away to the Edmonton Marriott at River Cree Resort and discover one of the newest West Edmonton hotels. Set on a 49-acre estate – and boasting a vibrant atmosphere and renowned Marriott service – this four-star hotel in West Edmonton is ideal for business and leisure travel. Engage in unexpected forms of on-site recreation – including two NHL-sized hockey rinks and a lively casino with more than 950 slot machines and 50 table games. And for off-site fun, our hotel near West Edmonton Mall is just minutes from the area’s top shopping, dining, museums and attractions. Once the day is done, you can relax in our spacious guest rooms, which feature plush bedding, large windows and breathtaking views. To unwind or stay fit, visit our on-site fitness centre and indoor pool, perfect for the entire family. Savor the chic ambience of this West Edmonton hotel and indulge in the tempting delights of our three restaurants, centre bar and Starbucks café. When you’re planning a wedding or business conference, our event facilities cannot be surpassed. We offer flexible meeting space with 21 rooms and a 21,850 sq.ft. Venue, as well as event planners to coordinate your event from start to finish.

Mayfield inn & Suites The Mayfield Inn & Suites is West Edmonton’s Premier Conference facility with over 68,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting, banquet and exhibit space. We also offer a beautifully adorned theatre, perfect for public speaking, able to accommodate seating for 450 people, all this under one roof. Offering the finest convention facilities along with our full service hotel featuring 327 guest rooms that include 117 suites, this hotel is well known as a destination hotel. Plenty of on-site dining choices include an evening of great entertainment at the Mayfield Dinner Theatre or dine in Vic’s Steakhouse featuring all Canadian cuisine. Vic’s offer 100% certified Sterling Silver Beef, Alberta raised pork, duck and bison and fresh seafood from British Columbia along with an extensive wine list to complement your meal. M e eti ng ROOM S Room

AREA CAPACITY Sq. Ft. Ceiling Ht. Theatre Classroom Banquet Reception

Ballrooms Grand Ballroom (1, 2, 3, 4)

8,442

13 to 16.5

1000

480

568

800

Rundle (1)

1,541

180

112

160

Robson or Logan (2 or 3)

1,809

200

110

120

180

Pallisades (4)

3,283

13 to 16.5

360

180

216

300

Rundle, Robson (1, 2)

3,350

380

180

232

300

Rundle, Robson & Logan (1, 2, 3)

5,159

580

280

272

500

Robson & Logan (2, 3)

3,618

400

220

240

350

Robson, Logan & Pallisades (2, 3, 4)

6,901

13 to 16.5

760

360

456

660

Logan & Pallisades (3 & 4)

5,092

13 to 16.5

560

240

336

480

Meeting Rooms 2,750

240

128

160

240

Maligne

Alpine Lakes Room (1, 2, 3, 4)

770

Morraine

770

Amethyst

770

Emerald

770

Two Adjoining

1,539

120

Three adjoining

2,308

180

120

180

442

Jasper Room Banff Room Jasper & Banff Room

936

1,378

110

600

1,200

264

Conference Rooms 2201, 2203, 2204, 2205, 2206, 2207, 2208, 2210 2 Adjoining 2202 or 2209 Garden Courtyard

6,200

150

140

160

Trade Centre abc

22,236

40 centre

1500

1020

1224

1500

def

22,236

40 centre

1450

1020

1224

1450

1,539

n/a

Trade Centre Lounge

16615 – 109 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5P 4K8 Tel 780-484-0821 Fax 780-481-3923 Toll-free 1-800-661-9804 E-mail info.mayfield@silverbirchhotels.com Web www.mayfieldinnedmonton.com

Enjoy all day dining in Botanica’s Restaurant and relax in our Lobby Lounge. The Gallery Bar is the perfect night spot for dancing, great fun and great music. All your needs are met at the Mayfield including Free Parking, Complimentary admission to on-site Athletic Club with indoor pool, racquetball and squash courts, an on-site salon and day spa, car rental agency, travel agency and business centre and complimentary high-speed internet and local phone calls in all guest rooms. Exclusive availability of dedicated fibre optics gives you top of the line internet service for your functions and meetings. Meeting planners enjoy the convenience of an on-site exhibitor and display company. Please ask for various booking incentives extended to groups meeting at the Mayfield Inn & Suites. Located within minutes of West Edmonton Mall, hundreds of nearby restaurants, golf courses, galleries and many other fine attractions. Mayfield Inn & Suites welcomes the opportunity to service your next event!

Radisson Hotel edmonton south

Meetin g Facilit i e s AREA Room

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Size

Sq. Ft.

Theatre

DARWIN’S

40 X 34

1,360

150

EDMOND’S

32 x 78

2,300

120

100

150

PALM

27 x 69

2,600

200

160

200

TERRACE 1

25 x 29

725

TERRACE 2

18 x 29

544

TERRACE 3

24 x 29

696

TERRACE 4

40 X 34

720

TERRACE 5

23 X 22

544

TERRACE 6

31.75 X 44

506

47 x 100

4,700

460

240

320

400

IMPERIAL

Reception

BALLROOM A

35 x 35

2,975

250

100

170

300

BALLROOM B

51 x 85

4,335

350

120

300

400

BALLROOM C

45 x 85

3,825

300

100

180

300

BALLROOM A B

86 x 85

7,310

600

250

400

700

BALLROOM B C

85 x 95

8,160

650

250

400

800

BALLROOM

11,135

1100

500

780

1200

BALL & FOYER

12,536

1200

800

1500

4440 Gateway Boulevard, Edmonton AB T6H 5C2 Tel 780-437-6010 Fax 780-431-5804 Toll-Free 1-888-837-7223 Web www.radisson.com/edmontonca Web www.radisson.com

• 30,000 sq. ft. of versatile meeting space • 235 Contemporary Designed and Spacious Guest Rooms and Suites, offering complimentary amenities such as High Speed Internet and Parking • The premier meeting experience in our new SilverBirch Conference Centre including leading edge technology in ergonomically advanced facilities • Complimentary 23,000 sq. ft. Fitness Facility with Racquet Courts, Running Track, Weight and Cardio Equipment, Salt Water Pool, Sauna and Whirlpool • Conveniently located 15 minutes from the Edmonton International Airport and only 10 minutes from Downtown • Full Service Atrium Restaurant and Lively Lions Head Pub

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• Each of our 416 spacious guest rooms and suites offer Westin’s signature amenities, including the Heavenly Bed® and Heavenly Bath® • More than 24,000 square feet of versatile function space • Wireless internet access available in all guestrooms, function space & public areas • Complimentary pool and WestinWORKOUT® fitness center • Connected by concourse to the Citadel Theatre, Winspear Centre and The Shaw Conference Centre • Conveniently located at the crossroads of the theatre district, local restaurants and City Centre Shopping Mall

Meeti ng F a c ilit ie s AREA Size

Theatre

Manitoba

35’ x 83’

250

170

220

280

Saskatchewan

30’ x 83’

220

140

200

230

British Columbia

48’ x 28’

100

110

Alberta

48’ x 24’

100

Yukon

48’ x 28’

100

110

Director

22’ x 16’

Consulate

27’ x 23’

Chancellor

27’ x 26’

Chairman

27’ x 26’

Turner Valley

42’ x 25’

Room

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Leduc

33’ x 25’

Athabasca

30’ x 16’

Devonian

54’ x 58’

250

150

200

250

Centennial

29’ x 69’

200

100

120

200

Strathcona

23’ x 56’

100

Foyer

127’ x 21’

––

800

Ballroom

114’ x 83’

1,100

600

810

680

• Book your meetings online with our convenient online booking tool www.meetingsinamoment.com • Ask us about our Starwood Preferred Planner rewards & recognition program

10135 – 100 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 0N7 Tel 780-426-3636 Fax 780-424-1525 Website www.westin.com/edmonton

Best Western Plus Denham inn & suites Only 5 minutes from the Edmonton International Airport, we are the ideal location for your next meeting or seminar. Our newly renovated King Mini-Suites were designed with the Corporate Traveller in mind. These exclusive suites offer designated sitting & sleeping areas, pillow-top bed with duvet, 42” LCD Flat Screen TV, oversize work desk, beautiful granite vanities and minifridge & microwave oven. We offer over 5,000 sq.ft. of banquet & meeting space. You will enjoy the professional and personalized service from our friendly and welltrained staff. We offer an extensive catering menu, including convenient One Day Meeting Packages. M eetin g Fac i l i ti e s Room

5207 – 50 Avenue, Leduc, AB T9E 6V3 Tel 780-986-2241 Fax 780-986-1511 Toll-Free 1-800-661-3327 E-mail info@bestwesterndenham.com Web www.bestwesterndenham.com

AREA Size

Theatre

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Ballroom

70’x40’

250

125

Salon A

34’x40’

100

Salon B

32’x47’

125

Marquis

52’x27’

Marquis A

26’x27’

Marquis B

Reception

200

225

100

125

26’x27’

Terrace

31’x19’

Denham Boardroom

15’x23’

Chateau Louis Hotel & Conference Centre Free parking and close to downtown core, European style boutique hotel with free standing Conference Centre. Twelve banquet & meeting rooms with superior soundproofing and wireless internet. Grand Ballroom and St. Michael each with Solarium and access to outdoor courtyard & gazebo. Crown Suite with rooftop garden for intimate functions and elegant receptions. Hotel room group rates available. Variety of specialty rooms including King Business, Family, Jacuzzi & Accessible rooms, King Louis & Presidential suites. Fitness room, no charge wireless internet and complimentary Full Hot Breakfast Buffet. Select meeting rooms equipped with SMART Boards. ME E T ING F A C I L I T I E S

11727 Kingsway, Edmonton, AB T5G 3A1 Tel 780-452-7770 Fax 780-454-3436 Toll-Free 1-800-661-9843 E-mail info@chateaulouis.com Web www.chateaulouis.com

Room

AREA sq.ft.

Theatre

Grand Ballroom/Solarium

4,920

320

170

375

450

St.Michael/Solarium

3,427

170

100

150

180

Commercial

1,850

100

Leland

1,008

Executive

851

Roseberry

703

Rosslyn

648

600

1,258

Vermillion Crown Suite

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

courtyard by Marriott edmonton West Courtyard by Marriott Edmonton West is a 136 room property located 15 minutes from downtown, 25 kilometers from Edmonton International Airport, and just 2 minutes from West Edmonton Mall. The hotel features: Aqua Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, room service, and featuring Starbuck’s products; Media pods for business use; 24 hour business center; Wireless printing from guest rooms and mobile devices; 5,000 sq. ft. of event space to accommodate small to large meetings and catering functions of up to 325 people; Outdoor public space with firepit; The Market open 24 hours; Indoor swimming pool with whirlpool spa; 24 hour Fitness center; Guest laundry; Marriott Rewards. M eetin g Fac i l i ti e s

10011 – 184 Street Edmonton, AB T5S 0C7 Tel 780-638-6070 Toll-Free 1-888-638-6070 Web www.courtyardmarriotedmontonwest.com

Room

AREA Sq. Ft.

Theatre

Platinum ABC

4,631

300

156

260

350

Platinum AB or BC

3,071

220

114

160

250

Platinum A

1,560

100

Platinum B

1,511

100

Platinum C

1,560

100

King Suites

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Maximum 12 per room

337, 437, 537

Coast Edmonton East Hotel & Conference Centre The Coast Edmonton East Hotel & Conference Centre is the area’s premier full service conference hotel servicing the eastern Capital Region and Sherwood Park. Located a short distance east off the Anthony Henday Drive; only 35 minutes from Edmonton International Airport, and just 15 minutes from downtown Edmonton. Free parking for all in-house and meeting guests, connected to Millennium Place Recreation Centre makes for a great location for your conference guests. • 258 beautifully appointed guest rooms / suites • Over 22,000 sq. ft. of conference space – 17 meeting rooms including 2 Grand Ballrooms with natural light. Royal Ballroom features 24 ft. ceilings, two unique balconies and outdoor patio for summer receptions • Free parking for over 600 vehicles ME E T ING F A C I L I T I E S Room

2100 Premier Way Sherwood Park, AB T8H 2G4 Tel 780-464-4900 Tel 780-464-4796 Toll-Free 1-866-564-4780 E-mail sales@aumhotels.com Web www.CoastEdmontonEast.com

AREA Size

Theatre

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Windsor/Thames

37’x24’

Royal Ballroom

90’x78’

650

300

500

600

Bryon Room

20’x24’

Nelson Room

15’x32’

Raleigh Room

48’x36’

140

120

150

Empire Ballroom

76’x80’

500

250

300

500

Crowne Plaza Chateau Lacombe • 307 Guest Rooms and Suites • Downtown location with spectacular River Valley views and Executive Floors • 24 hour Business & Fitness Centres • 14,000 sq. ft. of meeting space • Complimentary High-Speed Wireless Internet • Within walking distance to Shaw Conference Centre, Edmonton’s Arts District, and Government & Corporate offices • Sumptuous Alberta regional cuisine and breathtaking views at Edmonton’s only revolving rooftop restaurant LA RONDE

M EETIN G FAC I L I TI E S Room

Alberta Ballroom Salon A

10111 Bellamy Hill, Edmonton, AB T5J 1N7 Tel 780-428-6611 Fax 780-425-6564 Toll-Free 1-800-661-8801 Web www.chateaulacombe.com

AREA Size

Theatre

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

78’x123’

1100

570

550

1125

49’x74’

500

215

250

450

Reception

Salon B

29’x74’

280

135

150

270

Salon C + Foyer

60’x44’

300

150

175

330

Lacombe

19’ X 60’

100

120

River Valley

30’x30’

Klondike

22’x73’

120

100

180

Strahcona

22’x36’

McDougall

22’x36’

executive Royal inn leduc • Edmonton Int’l Airport Location • 256 Executive rooms & suites • 9 Meeting rooms, totaling 8,000 sq. ft. of meeting space • Free airport shuttle • Free parking • Free local & toll free calls • Free High-speed Internet access & newspaper • Health Spa & Exercise room • In house car rentals • Professional & experienced sales, catering team • Gazebo Café • Lobby Lounge • Flight Deck Sports Bar

M eetin g Fac i l i ti e s AREA Size

Theatre

Lancaster

50’x83’

380

180

300

350

Lancaster A

50’x41’

180

140

160

Lancaster B

50’x41’

180

140

160

Piper

50’x35’

180

130

160

Piper A

25’x35’

Piper B

25’x35’

Beechcraft

25’x35’

Cessna

20’x20’

Boardroom set-up only

Gulfstream

20’x18’

Boardroom set-up only

Lear

15’x20’

Boardroom set-up only

Spitfire

20’x15’

Boardroom set-up only

Room

8450 Sparrow Drive, Leduc, AB T9E 7G4 Tel 780-986-1840 Fax 780-986-1864 Toll-Free 1-888-202-3770 E-mail edmontonairport@royalinn.com Web www.executivehotels.net

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Executive Royal Inn West Edmonton • 3 1/2 Star full service hotel • Deluxe Rooms • Jacuzzi Suites • Health Spa • Restaurant & Lounge • Free local phone calls, parking & newspaper • Close to West Edmonton Mall • Complimentary High Speed Connectivity • Executive Club Wing • Dry Cleaning Service • Executive Rewards Points Program • Pet Friendly Rooms • Lobby Business Centre • Working Desks & Chairs • Complimentary in-room coffee & tea

M EETIN G FAC I L I TI E S AREA Size

Theatre

Emerald

51’x77’

300

170

275

500

Emerald A

37’x29’

100

Emerald B

51’x48’

200

120

200

300

Silver

23’x25’

Boardroom

20’x19’

—

Exec. Boardroom

27’x22’

—

Room

10010 – 178 Street, Edmonton, AB T5S 1T3 Tel 780-484-6000 Fax 780-489-2900 Toll-Free 1-800-661-4879 E-mail westedmonton@royalinn.com Web www.executivehotels.net

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Fantasyland Hotel at West Edmonton Mall Fantasyland Hotel is one of the world’s most unique destinations and is located in the greatest indoor show on earth, West Edmonton Mall. With over 25,000 sq. ft. of conference space, this hotel will surpass the needs of any group. Choose Fantasyland Hotel at West Edmonton Mall to make your stay a truly unique, fun and unforgettable experience. Be sure to ask about our new team building events.

M E E TI NG FA C I LI TI E S

17700 – 87 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5T 4V4 Tel 780-444-3000 Fax 780-444-5238 Toll-Free 1-800-RESERVE E-mail info@fantasylandhotel.com Web www.fantasylandhotel.com

Room

AREA Sq. Ft.

Theatre

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Beverly Hills Ballroom

9,100

1,100

400

680

1,200

Chianti

4,234

300

180

250

350

Madeira

2,628

180

120

200

Piesporter

1,664

120

100

150

Bordeaux

1,480

110

120

Beaujolais

1,443

110

120

Chablis

825

Medoc

660

Cognac

660

Chivas

629

Champagne

608

Reception

Four Points by edmonton gateway south Honest Uncomplicated Comfort • Free wireless high-speed internet • Four Point Comfort Bed • 11,000 sq. ft. of meeting and banquet facilities • Restaurant & Pub • Business centres on guest floors • Swimming pool, steamroom and fitness centre • Ample free parking • Starwood Preferred Guest Program (SPG) • Starwood Preferred Business Program (SPB)

M eetin g Fac i l i ti e s Room

7230 Argyll Road, Edmonton, AB T6C 4A6 Tel 780-465-7931 Fax 780-469-3680 Toll-Free 1-800-368-7764 E-mail info@fourpointsedmonton.com Web www.fourpoints.com/edmonton

AREA Size

Theatre

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Niagara Ballroom

110’x55’

600

200

396

Niagara A & B

80’x56’

500

153

260

1000 750

Niagara B & C

61’x56’

390

140

240

500

Niagara A

49’x53’

275

150

300

Niagara B

31’x59’

200

120

200

Niagara C

30’x53’

200

120

200

Cascade Ballroom

62’x30’

160

100

150

Cascade A

31’x30’

100

Cascade B

30’x30’

Victoria Room

22’x28’

Hilton Garden Inn Edmonton International Airport Welcome to the brand new Hilton Garden Inn Edmonton International Airport. Airport’s newest edition boasting with loads of extra features and amenities for the business traveller: • Over 3,300 sq. ft. of naturally lit meeting space • 165 deluxe guestrooms, including 42 one bedroom Executive Suites. All guest rooms have large work desk, microwave, mini-fridge, remote printing from computer to business centre • Great North American Grill; onsite restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Evening room service • Complimentary Airport Shuttle • Complimentary parking for guests • Complimentary wired & Wi-Fi internet in guest rooms and public areas • Pavilion Pantry 24 hr convenience mart • Complimentary access to Business Centre • 24 hr oversized Fitness Centre ME E T ING FA C I L I T I E S AREA Size

Theatre

Main Ballroom

24.5’x 89’

220

126

176

220

Royal Ballroom East

24.5’x 29’

Royal Ballroom Center 24.5’x 28’

Royal Ballroom West

24.5’x 32’

25’x 15’

Room

8208 - 36 Street, Leduc, AB T9E 0H7 Tel 780-612-2350 Fax 780-612-2351 E-mail yeggi-salesadm@hilton.com Web www.hgi-yeg.com

Alberta Room

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Hilton Garden Inn West Edmonton Welcome to Edmonton and to the Hilton Garden Inn West Edmonton. As our guest, you’ll enjoy the service-friendly atmosphere in our stylish hotel, located in the heart of Edmonton’s West End Business and Shopping District. With 4000 sq. ft. of naturally lit meeting space, our hotel has everything right where you need it. And for your shopping pleasure we are within walking distance of the world-famous West Edmonton Mall. • 160 Deluxe guest rooms with 5 Suites • Complimentary Wired & Wi-Fi internet in all guest rooms, Wi-Fi in all public areas, remote printing • Oversized work desk with adjustable lighting and Herman Miller Ergonomic Mirra desk chair. • 32 Inch LCD Plat Panel TV with Lodgenet Video and Nintendo Game Cube. M EETIN G FAC I L I TI E S AREA Size

Theatre

Jasmine A

25’x37’

100

Jasmine B

25’x37’

100

Jasmine A/B

50’x37’

200

160

200

Lilac A

25’x37’

Lilac B

25’x37’

Lilac A/B

24’x50’

100

Liquorice Room

25’x37’

Room

17610 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, AB T5S 1A2 Tel 780-443-2233 Fax 780-443-4171 Toll-Free 1-888-344-5866 E-mail john.hollmann@hilton.com Web www.westedmonton.hgi.com

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Matrix Hotel • A memorable location to hold your next conference, seminar or special event with over 8,000 sq. ft. of exquisite function space • 184 strikingly redefined guest rooms and suites • State of the art kitchen and culinary team • Friendly, professional catering team • Complimentary: deluxe continental breakfast, wireless internet, parking, and evening wine tasting • Business centre • Fitness suite • Wildflower Grill and Starbucks on-site

M eetin g Fac i l i ti e s AREA Size

Theatre

Quartz Ballroom

58’ x 71’

350

180

Quartz A

58’ x 32’

110

Quartz B

58’ x 39’

180

Mercury Boardroom

14’ x 28’

Amber Ballroom Amber A

Room

10640 – 100 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J 3N8 Tel 780-429-2861 Fax 780-426-7225 Toll-free 1-866-465-8150 Web www.matrixedmonton.com

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

272

400

150

110

250

n/a

43’ x 69’

200

120

170

200

45’ x 35’

120

Amber B

40’ x 34’

100

Prism*

26’ x 32’

*Total square footage reduced due to counter space and added closets in rooms

Ramada edmonton south Welcome to Ramada Edmonton South hotel. Enjoy a relaxing stay at our 100% non-smoking property, conveniently located on the south side between Gateway Blvd and Calgary Trail. Our guest rooms feature comfortable, modern furniture, all new bedding and recently remodeled bathrooms in 2011. Kids 17 and under stay free with an adult, and handicapped-accessible rooms are available. • Choice of 5 distinct meeting rooms • 123 appointed guest rooms • Guests enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, parking and in room coffee-tea • Business centre • Fitness Room • Chaps Lounge • Smittys Restaurant • *Pool is closed for renovations* M eetin g Fac i l i ti e s

5359 Calgary Trail, Edmonton T6H 4J9 Tel 780-434-3431 Fax 780-437-3714 Web www.ramada.com

Room

AREA Sq. Ft.

Banquet

Trade Centre 1

714

Trade Centre 2

357

CAPACITY Theatre Classroom

100

175

Trade Centre 3

962

Trade Centre 4

200

Boardroom (10)

Coral Room

3,745

150

Reception

200

the sutton Place Hotel Edmonton’s premier business hotel, The Sutton Place Hotel is situated in the heart of Downtown. Connected to City Centre Mall and five major office towers, our guests enjoy the highest levels of service and convenience. With 313 elegantly appointed guest rooms and over 16,000 sq. ft. of function space. Our professional sales & catering team can attend to every fine detail, making any event truly successful. The Sutton Place Hotel, your convention or meeting choice for Edmonton.

M eetin g Fac i l i ti e s AREA Size

Theatre

Angus Shaw

50’x43’

230

130

220

250

William Tomison

56’x51’

300

160

375

250

Ballroom

56’x94’

600

330

600

500

—

180

Room

Ballroom Foyer

10235 – 101 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 3E9 Tel 780-428-7111 Fax 780-441-3099 Toll-Free 1-866-378-8866 E-mail sales_edmonton@suttonplace.com Web www.suttonplace.com

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Rutherford Suite

70’x68’

150

120

240

360

Winter Lake Suite

38’x37’

120

100

130

Rowand Suite

44’x23’

100

Rundle Suite

20’x20’

Emily Murphy

26’x14’

26’5x24’10

36’x18’

—

Northcote Suite Boardroom

Varscona Hotel On Whyte In the heart of Old Strathcona All the ambience and amenities of a world class hotel, enhanced by the care and comfort of a fine bed and breakfast. Varscona Hotel is where guests come to settle for more. • Choice of five distinctive meeting rooms • 89 elegantly appointed guest rooms • Guests enjoy complimentary continental breakfast, wireless internet, valet parking, in-room coffee/tea and evening wine tasting • Business Centre • Fitness Suite • O’Byrne’s Irish Pub • Murrieta’s Bar & Grill • Second Cup on-site

M eetin g Fac i l i ti e s AREA Size

Banquet

Thomas Bennett

60’x22’

John Walter

32’x20’

Rutherford 1 & 2

74’x22’

80-90

130

120

Rutherford 1

31’x22’

40-50

Rutherford 2

43’x22’

Duggan

22’x12’

n/a

9’x9’

n/a

Room

8208 – 106 Street, Edmonton T6E 6R9 Tel 780-434-6111 Fax 780-431-5336 Toll Free 1-866-465-8150 Website www.varscona.com

Toti Room

CAPACITY Theatre Classroom

Reception

Union Bank Inn A Modern Renaissance Inn • Each of our meeting spaces offer elegant décor and fireplaces • Full Conference Facilities for up to 150 people • 2 blocks from Shaw Conference Center, theatre and shopping areas • 34 designer guest rooms offering goose down bedding, gas fireplaces, wine & cheese sampler, in-room coffee, full à la carte breakfast • Complimentary high-speed Internet/wireless, voice mail, and ipod docking station • Madison’s Grill award winning Dining Room Consider booking the entire 4 Star Inn – guest rooms, banquet space and fine dining. A one of a kind venue, offering a one of a kind experience!

M EETIN G FAC I L I TI E S 10053 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J 1S5 Tel 780-401-2209 Fax 780-401-2213 Toll-Free 1-888-423-3601 E-mail catering@unionbankinn.com Web www.unionbankinn.com

Room

AREA Sq. Ft.

Theatre

Giverny Ballroom

1,372

200

Devonshire

1,053

200

Vintage Room

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

130

150

Alberta Place Suite Hotel

Located in the heart of downtown, the Alberta Place Suite Hotel’s 84 suites have fully equipped kitchens and range from 535 to over 800 sq. ft. Whether you’re in town for a conference or a special event, you’re ideally situated with Alberta Place! Moments away from public transportation to all areas of the city, downtown shopping, restaurants, government offices and the river valley. • Spacious work areas • National and local papers • Voice mail, free high-speed wi-fi Internet, free local calls • Complimentary continental breakfast and parking • Monthly rates available • Discounted West Edmonton Mall passes available through our front desk 10049 – 103 Street Edmonton, AB T5J 2W7 Tel 780-423-1565 Fax 780-426-6260 Toll-Free 1-800-661-3982 Web www.albertaplace.com

Coast Edmonton House • 297 room all-suite hotel with spectacular views of the river valley • Walking distance to business, entertainment, shopping & LRT • Complimentary wireless Internet access from our lobby, restaurant, meeting rooms and guest rooms • Business services available • Meeting and banquet facilities – up to 100 guests • Rutherford’s Restaurant and Lounge • Convenience store • Indoor swimming pool • Fitness Centre • Business Centre 10205 – 100 Avenue Edmonton, AB T5J 4B5 Tel 780-420-4000 Fax 780-420-4364 Toll-free 1-800-663-1144 E-mail info@coasthotels.com Web www.coasthotels.com

Canterra Suites Hotel

• 44 beautifully appointed 1, 2 and 3 bedroom suites • Wonderful kitchens with four appliances • Washer and dryer in every suite • Excellent location on Edmonton’s famous Jasper Avenue • Maid service, fireplaces, wireless internet, flat screen TVs, VCRs, DVDs • Located next to complete shopping centre • Spacious meeting room • A Warm Welcome – a Satisfying Stay

A N A PA R T M E N T H OT E L

11010 Jasper Avenue Edmonton, AB T5K 0K9 Tel 780-421-1212 Fax 780-421-1211 Toll-Free 1-877-421-1212 E-mail info@canterrasuites.com Web www.canterrasuites.com

Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown Edmonton

Newly renovated from the bottom up, the Comfort Inn & Suites has re-emerged as one of Edmonton’s Premier Downtown Accommodation Locations. Our 108 Superbly finished guest rooms range from Standard, Family, Business, and Deluxe Jacuzzi, ensuring the perfect fit for every guest, at an unbeatable price. All Rooms include Free Parking, high-speed wireless internet, local calls, in room coffee/tea, Continental Breakfast and a Daily Newspaper!

10425 – 100 Avenue Edmonton, AB T5J 0A3 Tel 780-423-5611 Fax 780-425-9791 Toll-Free 1-888-384-6835 Web www.comfortinnedmonton.com

Days Inn® & Suites West Edmonton

Four Points by Sheraton Edmonton Gateway

Featuring ConYac’s Bar & Grill!

Opening Spring 2012

Featuring 108 beautifully appointed guest rooms & suites. Conveniently located just 3 minutes north of West Edmonton Mall.

• 154 spacious guest rooms, executive and jacuzzi suites • Wired and wireless internet in all rooms • Deluxe restaurant and lounge • Large indoor pool with whirlpool, fitness room and spa • 24 hour business centre • Large meeting/banquet room with two separate boardrooms • Large parking area with room for oversized vehicles and motor coaches • Minutes to premier shopping, leisure activities, local businesses, the International Airport and more!

• Free high-speed internet, parking, local calls and newspaper • Large indoor saltwater pool, hot tub & exercise room • 3,675 sq. ft. of main floor meeting rooms with natural lighting • 24 hour business centre • Secured floor access • Studio, Executive, Jacuzzi and Kid’s Suites – all with kitchenettes

WEST EDMONTON

10010 – 179A Street Edmonton, AB T5S 2T1 Tel 780-444-4440 Toll-Free 1-866-441-1441 Web www.daysinnwestedmonton.com

Franklin’s Inn Sherwood Park

• Hot Breakfast Buffet included with rooms • 40 rooms in the heart of Sherwood Park • Free wireless high-speed internet access • All rooms equipped with fridge and microwave • Walking distance to Festival Place and Sherwood Park Mall • Sawmill Prime Rib & Steak House featuring its famous ‘AAA’ Alberta Beef • Pub & Gaming lounge with 25 VLTs & OTB horse racing • Full service liquor store 2016 Sherwood Drive Sherwood Park, AB T8A 3X3 Tel 780-467-1234 Fax 780-467-3907 Toll-Free 1-800-738-0886 E-mail info@franklinsinn.com Web www.franklinsinn.com

10010 – 12 Avenue Edmonton, AB T6X 0P9 Toll-Free 1-800-368-7764 Web www.starwoodhotels.com/ fourpoints

Edmonton Hotel & Convention Centre

• Newly renovated Chalet style hotel in the heart of Southeast Edmonton! A short drive to major arteries connecting to any area of the city within minutes – Edmonton Expo Centre, Northlands Park, Rexall Place, University of Alberta/U of A Hospital and the Edmonton International Airport. • 168 beautifully appointed guest rooms, including 75 recently added Executive rooms and Suites • Café Burgundy & Cranberries Lounge • Complimentary Business Centre, Fitness Room, Saltwater Swimming pool, Hot Tub & Steam Room • Conference and Banquet capabilities to accommodate up to 500 people 4520 – 76 Avenue Edmonton, AB T6B 0A5 Tel 780-468-5400 Toll-Free 1-800-661-5163 E-mail hotel@hiccedmonton.com Web www.hiccedmonton.com

Hampton Inn by Hilton Edmonton South

Whether you’re visiting for business or pleasure, you’ll enjoy all of the extras our hotel has to offer. They’re part of what makes staying at the Hampton Inn a very special value. • 100 spacious and beautifully appointed guest rooms • Free On the House® hot breakfast and On the Run Breakfast Bags™ • Free high-speed wired & wireless internet in all guest rooms and meeting rooms and complimentary Business Centre access • Complimentary parking, local calls, newspaper, and 24 hour coffee service in the lobby • Swimming pool, whirlpool, and state-ofthe-art fitness centre • Two meeting rooms that offer space from 5 to 60 people 10020 – 12 Avenue Edmonton, AB T6X 0P9 Tel 780-801-2600 Fax 780-801-2601 Toll-Free 1-800-426-7866 Web www.edmontonsouth.hamptoninnbyhilton.com

Holiday Inn Express Downtown • 140 non-smoking spacious rooms, 90% with balconies • Business Centre • Complimentary Hot Breakfast Bar • Complimentary local calls, hard wired or wireless internet access • Indoor swimming pool, fitness centre, steam rooms, and whirlpool • Seven meeting rooms featuring the Penthouse Ballroom • Home of Red Arrow Motorcoach, Free Press Bistro, Hillsborough Salon & Spa

10010 – 104 Street Edmonton, AB T5J 0Z1 Tel 780-423-2450 Fax 780-426-6090 Toll-free 1-877-423-4656 E-mail rdm@hiexedmonton.com Web www.hiexdowntown.com

Holiday Inn Conference Centre

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

• 224 Luxurious rooms & suites • Convenient southside location • 7,200 sq.ft. meeting and banquet facilities • Two restaurants onsite • Lounge • Free high-speed internet • Complimentary parking • Free newspaper • Gift shop • Indoor swimming pool, whirlpool, fitness room and new guest laundry facility

• 102 newly renovated guest rooms • Complimentary Hot Breakfast • Banquet and meeting facilities • Indoor Swimming Pool, Jacuzzi, & Exercise Room • High-Speed Wireless Internet • Earn Air Miles • Jacuzzi suites with Romance packages available • Located 3 min. from West Edmonton Mall • 20 min. from Edmonton International Airport

4485 Gateway Boulevard Edmonton, AB T6H 5C3 Tel 780-431-1100 Fax 780-437-3455 Toll-Free 1-888-420-4404 E-mail jenglish@fortisproperties.com Web www.holidayinn.com/edmontonsouth

10017 – 179A Street Edmonton, AB T5S 2L4 Tel 780-483-4000 Fax 780-481-6227 Toll-Free 1-877-483-4001 E-mail info@hiewestedmonton.com Web www.hiewestedmonton.com

Holiday Inn & Suites West Edmonton

A Great Place to Meet and Relax • Spacious Meeting Room and Board Rooms • Free local calls • Hair dryer, iron & ironing board • High-Speed Internet • Guest laundry • 112 Guest Rooms • Chef’s Grill & Bar • Kids eat free • Fitness Centre, indoor pool & hot tub • Personal voice mail • Free morning newspaper • In-room coffee & tea • Pay-per-view movies on demand • Business centre with computer, internet & printer 11330 – 170 Street Edmonton, AB T5S 2X1 Tel 780-444-3110 Fax 780-444-3188 Toll-free 1-877-444-3110 Web www.hiedmonton.com

MainStay Suites Sherwood Park

Located just two minutes from Millennium Place Recreation Centre. Ideal for the business, leisure or extended stay traveller. 118 beautifully appointed guest rooms include a fully equipped kitchen, free wireless and wired internet, 37” flat screen television and iPod docking station. Business services and meeting rooms onsite. Daily continental breakfast • Fitness Room and Business Centre • Free parking • Free local calls • In room coffee and tea • Daily newspaper • Choice Privileges® rewards program • Guest laundry 201 Palisades Way, Sherwood Park, AB T8H 0N3 Tel 780-570-8080 Fax 780-570-5999 Toll Free 1-877-414-7727 E-mail info@remaihospitality.com Web www.mainstaysuitessherwoodpark.com

Metterra Hotel on Whyte

For board meetings and intimate retreats, Metterra offers two beautifully appointed rooms. With rich walnut millwork, original artwork and an intimate outdoor patio either room will not disappoint. • Urban, upscale lifestyle hotel in historic Old Strathcona • Surrounded by chic boutiques, cool restaurants and live entertainment venues • Complimentary: valet parking, wireless internet, continental breakfast, evening wine tasting, in room coffee and tea, unlimited local and access calls • Twenty-four hour business centre and fitness suite 10454 – 82 Avenue Edmonton, AB T6E 4Z7 Tel 780-465-8150 Fax 780-465-8174 E-mail information@metterra.com Toll-Free 1-866-465-8150 Web www.metterra.com

Quality Inn West Harvest

• Full Service 3.5 Star hotel in the heart of West Edmonton’s business district • 3 minutes to West Edmonton Mall, 25 minutes to Airport • 159 newly renovated 100% non-smoking rooms, Business & Fitness Centre, Coin operated Laundry • Hotel restaurant, lounge and room service • Standard Queen & King rooms, Executive King rooms and Jacuzzi Suites • Free high-speed wireless internet, daily newspapers, parking • Pet Friendly designated guest rooms on main floor Recipient of 2008, 2010 & 2011 Housekeeping Award of Excellence 17803 Stony Plain Road Edmonton, AB T5S 1B4 Tel 780-484-8000 Fax 780-486-6060 Toll-Free 1-800-661-6993 E-mail whe@westharvest.ca Web www.qualityinnwestharvest.com

Edmonton Marriott at River Cree Resort

MEETIN G FACILI T I E S AREA Size

Sq. Ft.

Theatre

Enoch Grand Ballroom

Room

115’x65’

7,475

800

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

404

600

Reception

800

Enoch A

27’x33’

891

Enoch B

27’x32’

864

Enoch C

30’x65’

1,950

200

180

200

Enoch D

30’x65’

1,950

200

180

200

Enoch E

27’x33’

891

Enoch F

27’x32’

864

River Cree Ballroom

84’x54’

4,536

450

218

432

485

River Cree 1

42’x27’

1,134

110

100

River Cree 2

42’x26’

1,092

100

River Cree 3

41’x27’

1,107

100

River Cree 4

41’x26’

1,066

100

Strongwoods Room

34’x36’

1,224

110

108

100

Chiefs Boardroom

34’x27’

918

—

115’x190’

21,850

1,600

1,100

1,000

2,800

The Venue (with stage)

300 East Lapotac Blvd, Enoch, AB T7X 3Y3 Tel 780-484-2121 Fax 780-930-2736 Toll-Free 1-877-377-7774 E-mail yegmc-sales@marriott.com Web www.EdmontonMarriott.com www.RiverCreeResort.com

AREA CAPACITY Sq. Ft. Ceiling Ht. Theatre Classroom Banquet Reception

Ballrooms Grand Ballroom (1, 2, 3, 4)

8,442

13 to 16.5

1000

480

568

800

Rundle (1)

1,541

180

112

160

Robson or Logan (2 or 3)

1,809

200

110

120

180

Pallisades (4)

3,283

13 to 16.5

360

180

216

300

Rundle, Robson (1, 2)

3,350

380

180

232

300

Rundle, Robson & Logan (1, 2, 3)

5,159

580

280

272

500

Robson & Logan (2, 3)

3,618

400

220

240

350

Robson, Logan & Pallisades (2, 3, 4)

6,901

13 to 16.5

760

360

456

660

Logan & Pallisades (3 & 4)

5,092

13 to 16.5

560

240

336

480

Meeting Rooms 2,750

240

128

160

240

Maligne

Alpine Lakes Room (1, 2, 3, 4)

770

Morraine

770

Amethyst

770

Emerald

770

Two Adjoining

1,539

120

Three adjoining

2,308

180

120

180

442

Jasper Room Banff Room Jasper & Banff Room

936

1,378

110

600

1,200

264

Conference Rooms 2201, 2203, 2204, 2205, 2206, 2207, 2208, 2210 2 Adjoining 2202 or 2209 Garden Courtyard

6,200

150

140

160

Trade Centre abc

22,236

40 centre

1500

1020

1224

1500

def

22,236

40 centre

1450

1020

1224

1450

1,539

n/a

Trade Centre Lounge

16615 – 109 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5P 4K8 Tel 780-484-0821 Fax 780-481-3923 Toll-free 1-800-661-9804 E-mail info.mayfield@silverbirchhotels.com Web www.mayfieldinnedmonton.com

Radisson Hotel edmonton south

Meetin g Facilit i e s AREA Room

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Size

Sq. Ft.

Theatre

DARWIN’S

40 X 34

1,360

150

EDMOND’S

32 x 78

2,300

120

100

150

PALM

27 x 69

2,600

200

160

200

TERRACE 1

25 x 29

725

TERRACE 2

18 x 29

544

TERRACE 3

24 x 29

696

TERRACE 4

40 X 34

720

TERRACE 5

23 X 22

544

TERRACE 6

31.75 X 44

506

47 x 100

4,700

460

240

320

400

IMPERIAL

Reception

BALLROOM A

35 x 35

2,975

250

100

170

300

BALLROOM B

51 x 85

4,335

350

120

300

400

BALLROOM C

45 x 85

3,825

300

100

180

300

BALLROOM A B

86 x 85

7,310

600

250

400

700

BALLROOM B C

85 x 95

8,160

650

250

400

800

BALLROOM

11,135

1100

500

780

1200

BALL & FOYER

12,536

1200

800

1500

4440 Gateway Boulevard, Edmonton AB T6H 5C2 Tel 780-437-6010 Fax 780-431-5804 Toll-Free 1-888-837-7223 Web www.radisson.com/edmontonca Web www.radisson.com

the Westin edmonton

Meeti ng F a c ilit ie s AREA Size

Theatre

Manitoba

35’ x 83’

250

170

220

280

Saskatchewan

30’ x 83’

220

140

200

230

British Columbia

48’ x 28’

100

110

Alberta

48’ x 24’

100

Yukon

48’ x 28’

100

110

Director

22’ x 16’

Consulate

27’ x 23’

Chancellor

27’ x 26’

Chairman

27’ x 26’

Turner Valley

42’ x 25’

Room

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Leduc

33’ x 25’

Athabasca

30’ x 16’

Devonian

54’ x 58’

250

150

200

250

Centennial

29’ x 69’

200

100

120

200

Strathcona

23’ x 56’

100

Foyer

127’ x 21’

––

800

Ballroom

114’ x 83’

1,100

600

810

680

• Book your meetings online with our convenient online booking tool www.meetingsinamoment.com • Ask us about our Starwood Preferred Planner rewards & recognition program

10135 – 100 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 0N7 Tel 780-426-3636 Fax 780-424-1525 Website www.westin.com/edmonton

5207 – 50 Avenue, Leduc, AB T9E 6V3 Tel 780-986-2241 Fax 780-986-1511 Toll-Free 1-800-661-3327 E-mail info@bestwesterndenham.com Web www.bestwesterndenham.com

AREA Size

Theatre

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Ballroom

70’x40’

250

125

Salon A

34’x40’

100

Salon B

32’x47’

125

Marquis

52’x27’

Marquis A

26’x27’

Marquis B

Reception

200

225

100

125

26’x27’

Terrace

31’x19’

Denham Boardroom

15’x23’

11727 Kingsway, Edmonton, AB T5G 3A1 Tel 780-452-7770 Fax 780-454-3436 Toll-Free 1-800-661-9843 E-mail info@chateaulouis.com Web www.chateaulouis.com

Room

AREA sq.ft.

Theatre

Grand Ballroom/Solarium

4,920

320

170

375

450

St.Michael/Solarium

3,427

170

100

150

180

Commercial

1,850

100

Leland

1,008

Executive

851

Roseberry

703

Rosslyn

648

600

1,258

Vermillion Crown Suite

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

10011 – 184 Street Edmonton, AB T5S 0C7 Tel 780-638-6070 Toll-Free 1-888-638-6070 Web www.courtyardmarriotedmontonwest.com

Room

AREA Sq. Ft.

Theatre

Platinum ABC

4,631

300

156

260

350

Platinum AB or BC

3,071

220

114

160

250

Platinum A

1,560

100

Platinum B

1,511

100

Platinum C

1,560

100

King Suites

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Maximum 12 per room

337, 437, 537

2100 Premier Way Sherwood Park, AB T8H 2G4 Tel 780-464-4900 Tel 780-464-4796 Toll-Free 1-866-564-4780 E-mail sales@aumhotels.com Web www.CoastEdmontonEast.com

AREA Size

Theatre

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Windsor/Thames

37’x24’

Royal Ballroom

90’x78’

650

300

500

600

Bryon Room

20’x24’

Nelson Room

15’x32’

Raleigh Room

48’x36’

140

120

150

Empire Ballroom

76’x80’

500

250

300

500

M EETIN G FAC I L I TI E S Room

Alberta Ballroom Salon A

10111 Bellamy Hill, Edmonton, AB T5J 1N7 Tel 780-428-6611 Fax 780-425-6564 Toll-Free 1-800-661-8801 Web www.chateaulacombe.com

AREA Size

Theatre

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

78’x123’

1100

570

550

1125

49’x74’

500

215

250

450

Reception

Salon B

29’x74’

280

135

150

270

Salon C + Foyer

60’x44’

300

150

175

330

Lacombe

19’ X 60’

100

120

River Valley

30’x30’

Klondike

22’x73’

120

100

180

Strahcona

22’x36’

McDougall

22’x36’

M eetin g Fac i l i ti e s AREA Size

Theatre

Lancaster

50’x83’

380

180

300

350

Lancaster A

50’x41’

180

140

160

Lancaster B

50’x41’

180

140

160

Piper

50’x35’

180

130

160

Piper A

25’x35’

Piper B

25’x35’

Beechcraft

25’x35’

Cessna

20’x20’

Boardroom set-up only

Gulfstream

20’x18’

Boardroom set-up only

Lear

15’x20’

Boardroom set-up only

Spitfire

20’x15’

Boardroom set-up only

Room

8450 Sparrow Drive, Leduc, AB T9E 7G4 Tel 780-986-1840 Fax 780-986-1864 Toll-Free 1-888-202-3770 E-mail edmontonairport@royalinn.com Web www.executivehotels.net

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

M EETIN G FAC I L I TI E S AREA Size

Theatre

Emerald

51’x77’

300

170

275

500

Emerald A

37’x29’

100

Emerald B

51’x48’

200

120

200

300

Silver

23’x25’

Boardroom

20’x19’

—

Exec. Boardroom

27’x22’

—

Room

10010 – 178 Street, Edmonton, AB T5S 1T3 Tel 780-484-6000 Fax 780-489-2900 Toll-Free 1-800-661-4879 E-mail westedmonton@royalinn.com Web www.executivehotels.net

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

M E E TI NG FA C I LI TI E S

17700 – 87 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5T 4V4 Tel 780-444-3000 Fax 780-444-5238 Toll-Free 1-800-RESERVE E-mail info@fantasylandhotel.com Web www.fantasylandhotel.com

Room

AREA Sq. Ft.

Theatre

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Beverly Hills Ballroom

9,100

1,100

400

680

1,200

Chianti

4,234

300

180

250

350

Madeira

2,628

180

120

200

Piesporter

1,664

120

100

150

Bordeaux

1,480

110

120

Beaujolais

1,443

110

120

Chablis

825

Medoc

660

Cognac

660

Chivas

629

Champagne

608

Reception

M eetin g Fac i l i ti e s Room

7230 Argyll Road, Edmonton, AB T6C 4A6 Tel 780-465-7931 Fax 780-469-3680 Toll-Free 1-800-368-7764 E-mail info@fourpointsedmonton.com Web www.fourpoints.com/edmonton

AREA Size

Theatre

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Niagara Ballroom

110’x55’

600

200

396

Niagara A & B

80’x56’

500

153

260

1000 750

Niagara B & C

61’x56’

390

140

240

500

Niagara A

49’x53’

275

150

300

Niagara B

31’x59’

200

120

200

Niagara C

30’x53’

200

120

200

Cascade Ballroom

62’x30’

160

100

150

Cascade A

31’x30’

100

Cascade B

30’x30’

Victoria Room

22’x28’

Theatre

Main Ballroom

24.5’x 89’

220

126

176

220

Royal Ballroom East

24.5’x 29’

Royal Ballroom Center 24.5’x 28’

Royal Ballroom West

24.5’x 32’

25’x 15’

Room

8208 - 36 Street, Leduc, AB T9E 0H7 Tel 780-612-2350 Fax 780-612-2351 E-mail yeggi-salesadm@hilton.com Web www.hgi-yeg.com

Alberta Room

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Theatre

Jasmine A

25’x37’

100

Jasmine B

25’x37’

100

Jasmine A/B

50’x37’

200

160

200

Lilac A

25’x37’

Lilac B

25’x37’

Lilac A/B

24’x50’

100

Liquorice Room

25’x37’

Room

17610 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, AB T5S 1A2 Tel 780-443-2233 Fax 780-443-4171 Toll-Free 1-888-344-5866 E-mail john.hollmann@hilton.com Web www.westedmonton.hgi.com

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

M eetin g Fac i l i ti e s AREA Size

Theatre

Quartz Ballroom

58’ x 71’

350

180

Quartz A

58’ x 32’

110

Quartz B

58’ x 39’

180

Mercury Boardroom

14’ x 28’

Amber Ballroom Amber A

Room

10640 – 100 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J 3N8 Tel 780-429-2861 Fax 780-426-7225 Toll-free 1-866-465-8150 Web www.matrixedmonton.com

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

272

400

150

110

250

n/a

43’ x 69’

200

120

170

200

45’ x 35’

120

Amber B

40’ x 34’

100

Prism*

26’ x 32’

*Total square footage reduced due to counter space and added closets in rooms

5359 Calgary Trail, Edmonton T6H 4J9 Tel 780-434-3431 Fax 780-437-3714 Web www.ramada.com

Room

AREA Sq. Ft.

Banquet

Trade Centre 1

714

Trade Centre 2

357

CAPACITY Theatre Classroom

100

175

Trade Centre 3

962

Trade Centre 4

200

Boardroom (10)

Coral Room

3,745

150

Reception

200

M eetin g Fac i l i ti e s AREA Size

Theatre

Angus Shaw

50’x43’

230

130

220

250

William Tomison

56’x51’

300

160

375

250

Ballroom

56’x94’

600

330

600

500

—

180

Room

Ballroom Foyer

10235 – 101 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 3E9 Tel 780-428-7111 Fax 780-441-3099 Toll-Free 1-866-378-8866 E-mail sales_edmonton@suttonplace.com Web www.suttonplace.com

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Rutherford Suite

70’x68’

150

120

240

360

Winter Lake Suite

38’x37’

120

100

130

Rowand Suite

44’x23’

100

Rundle Suite

20’x20’

Emily Murphy

26’x14’

26’5x24’10

36’x18’

—

Northcote Suite Boardroom

M eetin g Fac i l i ti e s AREA Size

Banquet

Thomas Bennett

60’x22’

John Walter

32’x20’

Rutherford 1 & 2

74’x22’

80-90

130

120

Rutherford 1

31’x22’

40-50

Rutherford 2

43’x22’

Duggan

22’x12’

n/a

9’x9’

n/a

Room

8208 – 106 Street, Edmonton T6E 6R9 Tel 780-434-6111 Fax 780-431-5336 Toll Free 1-866-465-8150 Website www.varscona.com

Toti Room

CAPACITY Theatre Classroom

Reception

M EETIN G FAC I L I TI E S 10053 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5J 1S5 Tel 780-401-2209 Fax 780-401-2213 Toll-Free 1-888-423-3601 E-mail catering@unionbankinn.com Web www.unionbankinn.com

Room

AREA Sq. Ft.

Theatre

Giverny Ballroom

1,372

200

Devonshire

1,053

200

Vintage Room

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

130

150

Alberta Place Suite Hotel

Canterra Suites Hotel

A N A PA R T M E N T H OT E L

11010 Jasper Avenue Edmonton, AB T5K 0K9 Tel 780-421-1212 Fax 780-421-1211 Toll-Free 1-877-421-1212 E-mail info@canterrasuites.com Web www.canterrasuites.com

Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown Edmonton

10425 – 100 Avenue Edmonton, AB T5J 0A3 Tel 780-423-5611 Fax 780-425-9791 Toll-Free 1-888-384-6835 Web www.comfortinnedmonton.com

Days Inn® & Suites West Edmonton

Four Points by Sheraton Edmonton Gateway

Featuring ConYac’s Bar & Grill!

Opening Spring 2012

Featuring 108 beautifully appointed guest rooms & suites. Conveniently located just 3 minutes north of West Edmonton Mall.

WEST EDMONTON

10010 – 179A Street Edmonton, AB T5S 2T1 Tel 780-444-4440 Toll-Free 1-866-441-1441 Web www.daysinnwestedmonton.com

Franklin’s Inn Sherwood Park

10010 – 12 Avenue Edmonton, AB T6X 0P9 Toll-Free 1-800-368-7764 Web www.starwoodhotels.com/ fourpoints

Edmonton Hotel & Convention Centre

Hampton Inn by Hilton Edmonton South

10010 – 104 Street Edmonton, AB T5J 0Z1 Tel 780-423-2450 Fax 780-426-6090 Toll-free 1-877-423-4656 E-mail rdm@hiexedmonton.com Web www.hiexdowntown.com

Holiday Inn Conference Centre

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites

4485 Gateway Boulevard Edmonton, AB T6H 5C3 Tel 780-431-1100 Fax 780-437-3455 Toll-Free 1-888-420-4404 E-mail jenglish@fortisproperties.com Web www.holidayinn.com/edmontonsouth

10017 – 179A Street Edmonton, AB T5S 2L4 Tel 780-483-4000 Fax 780-481-6227 Toll-Free 1-877-483-4001 E-mail info@hiewestedmonton.com Web www.hiewestedmonton.com

Holiday Inn & Suites West Edmonton

MainStay Suites Sherwood Park

Metterra Hotel on Whyte

Quality Inn West Harvest

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Downtown Alberta Place Suite Hotel D SH 84 $99- 30 • • I E • 10049-103 Street, Edmonton AB T5J 2W7 $185 Tel 780-423-1565 Fax 780-426-6260 Toll-Free 1-800-661-3982 Contact Will Dereski Email hotel@albertaplace.com Website www.albertaplace.com

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Canterra Suites Hotel D SH 44 $159- • F • 1 840 840 60 40 60 P 11010 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton AB T5K 0K9 $299 Tel 780-421-1212 Fax 780-421-1211 Toll-Free 1-877-421-1212 Contact Jaie Phillips Website www.canterrasuites.com Chateau Louis Hotel & Conference Centre D 1 H 132 $179 8 $239- 70 • 127 • F/E • 11727 Kingsway, Edmonton AB T5G 3A1 Tel 780-452-7770 Fax 780-454-3436 Toll-Free 1-800-661-9843 Contact Alice Fraser Website www.chateaulouis.com

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Coast Edmonton House D 1

H 297 $164 200 10205–100 Avenue, Edmonton AB T5J 4B5 Tel 780-420-4000 Fax 780-420-4364 Toll-Free 1-800-663-1144 Email info@coasthotels.com Website www.coasthotels.com

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Crowne Plaza – Chateau Lacombe D 1

H 307 $189 25 $299 150 287 • F • 12 14000 8785 1100 570 1125 • 10111 Bellamy Hill, Edmonton AB T5J IN7 Tel 780-428-6611 Fax 780-425-6564 Toll-Free 1-800-661-8801 Contact John Thomas Website www.chateaulacombe.com

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Days Inn Edmonton Downtown D 1

H 76 $99- 127 • F • 1 950 30 30 30 • 10041–106 Street, Edmonton AB T5J 1G3 $169 Tel 780-423-1925 Fax 780-424-5302 Toll-Free 1-800-267-2191 Contact Freida Valji Website www.daysinn-downtownedmonton.com

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Delta Edmonton Centre Suite Hotel D 1 SH 52 $449 117 $474 120 • S/F • 11 5778 450 400 650 •

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H 299 $174 22 $234 200

10155–105 Street, Edmonton AB T5J 1E2 Tel 780-423-4811 Fax 780-425-5882 Toll-Free 1-800-663-1144 Email info@coasthotels.com Website www.coasthotels.com

Comfort Inn & Suites Downtown Edmonton D 1 H 108 $79- 8 $149- 60 • 150 • I • 10425–100 Avenue, Edmonton AB T5J 0A3 $99 $169 Tel 780-423-5611 Fax 780-425-9791 Toll-Free 1-888-384-6835 Contact Homa Varaste Website www.comfortinnedmonton.com

Courtyard by Marriott D 1

H 177 $209 11 $379 100 One Thornton Court (99 Street & Jasper Avenue) Edmonton AB T5J 2E7 Tel 780-423-9999 Fax 780-423-9998 Toll-Free 1-800-321-2211 Website www.marriott.com/yegcy

10222–102 Street, Edmonton AB T5J 4C5 Tel 780-429-3900 Fax 780-428-1566 Toll-Free 1-800-268-1133 Contact Steven Walton Website www.deltaedmontoncentre.ca

Other Accommodation

Bed & Breakfast At Home Bed & Breakfast D 6013-32 Avenue, Beaumont AB T4X 1R3 Tel 780-929-8320 Website www.beaumontbedandbreakfast.com Suffolk House Bed and Breakfast D 66, 52343 Range Road 211, Sherwood Park AB T8G 1A6 Tel 780-922-4072 Website www.suffolkhouse.com Villa Maria Country Inn D 9910–213 Street, Edmonton AB T5T 5X9 Tel 780-488-6089 Fax 780-488-6089 Website www.villamariacountryinn.com Wee Sleep Inn (West Edmonton Bed & Breakfast) D

7312–156 Street, Edmonton AB T5R 1X3 Tel 780-484-1487 Website www.weesleepinn.ca

Hostelling Hostelling Int’l – Edmonton Hostel D 10647–81 Avenue, Edmonton AB T6E 1Y1 Tel 780-988-6836 Fax 780-988-8698 Website www.hihostels.ca/edmonton

Retreat Facilities Devon Golf & Conference Centre D 1130 River Valley, Devon AB T9G 1Z3 Tel 780-987-3477 administration Tel 780-987-3569 tee times Fax 780-987-3300 Website www.devongolf.ca Elk Island Retreat Ltd. D 54371 RR 205, Fort Saskatchewan AB T8L 3Z3 Tel 780-998-0708 Fax 780-998-0758 Website www.elkislandretreat.com Hotel Selkirk D PO Box 2359, 7000-143 Street, Fort Edmonton Park Edmonton AB T5J 2R7

Plan a great event right here in Edmonton. With its wide spectrum of familiar and unique meeting spaces, convention centres and hotels, Edmonton can satisfy — then surpass — your expectations and special requests. The downtown Shaw Conference Centre offers Hall D, with a spectacular view of Edmonton’s scenic river valley parklands.

The Arts District: Just steps away from Churchill Square are three major arts and cultural centres—all offering creative, functional, and memorable meeting spaces. Art Gallery of Alberta: With its iconic curved metal entrance, the AGA offers unique meeting spaces such as the “floating” Borealis Room. Winspear Centre: Choose a lobby space for a grand affair, or select one of several private meeting rooms. Citadel Theatre: Plan a bit of tropical ambience into your next meeting. There are several unique spaces here guaranteed to leave a lasting impression.

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More than 2,500 events are held in the Edmonton Exposition & Conference Centre at Northlands. This large-scale venue offers stateof-the-art facilities including a full business centre and 34 different meeting rooms, all ranging in size. Audiovisual services, wireless Internet, printing services, as well as catering are available to make your professional event run smoothly.

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Meeting Facilities

So close, the experience practically comes to you. Everything your delegates care about are all within steps of each other when you host your conference in Edmontonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s downtown. Accommodations that cater to any budget. Inspiring facilities. And yes, even theatre.

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Theatre

CAPACITY Classroom Boardroom U-Share

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Banquet

33’x30’

990

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40’x57’

2,280

212

200

1125

120

39’x50’

1,950

181

175

100

49’x65’

3,185

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560

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Centre includes: Centre includes: • 7,618 sq. m. (82,000 sq. ft.) of • 7,618 sq. m. (82,000 sq. ft.) of 9797 Jasper Avenue, exhibit space exhibit spaceEdmonton, AB T6J 1N9 • Divides into three halls Tel 780-421-9797 • Divides into three halls Fax 780-425-5121 • Two direct drive-in access points • Two direct drive-in access points Web www.shawconferencecentre.com • 1,486 square metres (16,000 sq. ft.) of • 1,486 square metres (16,000 sq. ft.) of carpeted lobby carpeted lobby • VIP meeting room or convention office • VIP meeting room or convention office • Dressing rooms • Dressing rooms

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West Edmonton Mall

Whether you are entertaining 15 or 1,800 guests, the incredible scale and scope of West Edmonton Mall makes it an ideal venue for your next special event! Its facilities are unmatched and can be adapted to meet any need. The possibilities are endless! West Edmonton Mall parks and attractions are perfect for special occasions, such as: • Birthdays • Weddings • Family reunions • Company get-togethers • Special occasions • Corporate challenges • Fundraising • Team building • Banquets • Receptions • Christmas parties • Field trips

ME E T IN G F A C I LI T I E S Room

World Waterpark

AREA Size

Theatre

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

5 acres

—

1,800 350

Reception

Beachfront

—

200

Pina Colada Bar

—

Palm Cove

—

100

—

Ice Palace

The Terrace

190’ x 85’

—

500

Galaxyland

400,000 sq.ft.

—

1,800

—

200

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Attic Room

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Rumpus Room

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100

Galaxy Raceway Santa Maria Ship Ed’s Rec Room

A wide variety of special programs can also be pre-arranged so your group gets the most out of its visit: • West Edmonton Mall Choice Attraction Passes • Super Savings Coupon Books • Group Adventure Challenges • Marine Life Education programs West Edmonton Mall Group Sales 1755, 8882 - 170 Street, Edmonton, AB T5T 4J2 Tel 780-444-5308 Fax 780-444-5331 E-mail groups@wem.ca Web www.wem.ca/#/group-sales

Home Suite Home Call MacEwan University home for your next meeting, conference, special event and all of your group accommodation requirements. Offering flexible function and meeting space, a convenient downtown location and 440 modern suites in MacEwan Residence.

www.MacEwan.ca/conference

780-633-3182 | conferenceoffice@macewan.ca

TELUS World of Science Edmonton UNIQUE Spaces for Unique EVENTS Whether you have 10 or 2,000 guests, TELUS World of Science is the perfect and unique setting for all of your hospitality and meeting needs. Our facility, which includes exhibit galleries, theatres, and meeting rooms, is ideal for: • business dinners • workshops • team-building activities • client appreciation events • weddings • family gatherings • Christmas Parties (corporate or children)

11211 – 142 Street, Edmonton, AB T5M 4A1 Tel 780-451-3344 Fax 780-455-5882 E-mail info@telusworldofscienceedmonton.com Web www.telusworldofscience.com/edmonton

University of alberta Accommodations: Year Round guest rooms (20) Summer (May to August) • Traditional Dorms (1,000+) • Private Dorms (400+) Unique Venues: • Alumni House, overlooking the river • Enterprise Square, Downtown Edmonton M EETin g Fac i l i Ti Es Room

AREA Square feet

Theatre

CAPACITY Classroom Banquet

Reception

Lister Conference Centre: Maple Leaf Room

4080

320

180

240

320

Aurora Room

1408

100

Prairie Room

1408

100

Glacier Room

1408

100

Wild Rose Room

3643

250

140

200

300

Evergreen Room

746

Bison Room

357

Lister Dining Centre David Tuckey Gymnasium

450 5369

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Alumni House: Aon Roon

900

Monnex Room

400

n/a

250

500

Enterprise Square: Atrium

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Alberta Aviation Museum

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Edmonton Festival City — Live All Year Edmonton is renowned for its rich heritage and entertaining spirit. We are a cultural centre with celebrations throughout the year. No wonder Edmonton is Canada’s “Festival City”.

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Sir Winston Churchill Square Old Strathcona Dining & Nightlife Citadel Theatre Francis Winspear Centre for Music

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Suggested Months: A festival for all seasons!

Depending on the season, you can include one of Edmonton’s many festivals as part of your travel plans during your visit.

IDEA 1 In the heart of downtown Sir Winston Churchill Square is Edmonton’s signature centennial park. Home to many festivities, it’s a great place for family fun. From The Works Art and Design Festival, the Edmonton International Street Performers Festival and CariWest; to a Taste of Edmonton, the palatepleasing food festival, there’s no shortage of enjoyment here.

IDEA 2 Voted one of Canada’s “coolest neighborhoods,” Old Strathcona lies in the heart of the entertainment festival scene and features a vibrant theatre community. For 11 days each August, the worldrenowned International Fringe Theatre Festival transforms the area into a cultural Mecca. The neighborhood also features Art Walk, the Silly Summer Parade, and the winter festival ‘Ice on Whyte’. Year round, Old Strathcona invites visitors to its funky, eclectic shops, antiques, bookstores, a farmers’ market, fabulous restaurants and nightlife as well as chic boutique hotels.

IDEA 3 Take in a signature festival in the splendour of the river valley. The Edmonton Folk Music Festival, Edmonton Heritage Festival, Labatt Blues Festival, Dragon Boat Festival and Symphony Under the Sky festival all take place near the banks of the North Saskatchewan River in the heart of Edmonton. When it comes to nightlife, the Citadel Theatre ranks as one of Canada’s top theatres and ensures the city’s reputation as a cultural leader. The complex houses three world-class theatres, a cinema and an open stage next to a year-round tropical indoor garden and waterfall. While in the Arts District, also visit the head-turning Art Gallery of Alberta, an architectural icon which just opened this year. Acoustically excellent, architecturally elegant, the adjacent Francis Winspear Centre for Music is a stunning, worldclass concert hall and rental facility, ideally situated in the heart of downtown Edmonton. The crown jewel of the Winspear Centre — the Davis Concert Organ — is the largest concert organ in Canada.

IN WINTER . . . Canada’s toughest rodeo cowboys ride into town every November for the Canadian Finals Rodeo, the national pro-rodeo championships. Each February, the Canadian Birkebeiner Ski Festival, Canada’s premier cross-country ski event, keeps alive the historic legend of the original Birkebeiner (Viking skiers). The annual race runs from the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, along Elk Island National Park and through the scenic Cooking Lake Blackfoot Recreation area.

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Edmonton, the provincial capital, gets its character from the rich diversity of its citizens. One million people and one million voices drawn from many cultures and backgrounds thrive in this city of contrasts. Edmonton’s vibrant music, art and theatre scene is sustained throughout the year in signature venues like the Yardbird Suite and Blues on Whyte; the Art Gallery of Alberta; the Varscona Theatre ... and so many more. Whether you visit during winter, spring, summer or fall in Edmonton there’s always something to celebrate — we’re live all year.

URBAN ADVENTURES Whether you’re here to watch a special event or spin your own adventure — discover for yourself why Edmonton is called Festival City!

ONE TO THREE DAYS APRIL TO OCTOBER TOUR FEATURES • • • • • • • •

Suggested Months: April to October DAY 1— WHEELS Drive 40 minutes south of Edmonton to the Reynolds-Alberta Museum. Celebrate the “Spirit of the Machine” through its exceptional collection of rare and unusual cars, airplanes, tractors and industrial giants. Enjoy interactive fun and AV presentations. Near Edmonton International Airport, the Castrol Raceway hosts more than 50 motorsport events each race season, including championship sprint car racing, IHRA drag strip and motocross. Bet on a swift winner at Edmonton’s Northlands, open year-round, seven days a week, with live thoroughbred and harness racing all year and the Chuckwagon Derby every summer. If you’re lucky enough to be in Edmonton in November, the Canadian Finals Rodeo rounds up the country’s top cowboys at Rexall Place to compete for their share of a million-dollar purse.

DAY 2 — REELS Edmonton enjoys the longest stretch of urban parkland in North America, encompassing 48 km along the North Saskatchewan River. This area offers great opportunities for golfing, canoeing, jet-boating, gold panning, hiking, cycling, skating, cross country skiing and fishing. Several local professional guides offer all-inclusive guided fishing trips in Edmonton and area, or take a full-day fishing package to a nearby lake — summer or winter.

IDEA 3 Take a swing into the tremendous value of our premium golf courses. There are 86 within a one-hour drive of the city, including Northern Bear (the third Jack Nicklaus signature golf course in Canada); RedTail Landing (an 18-hole signature course at Edmonton International Airport); and the river valley’s Jägare Ridge and Blackhawk Golf Club (recognized as the top new course in Western Canada by Golf Digest in 2003).

Reynolds-Alberta Museum Castrol Raceway Northlands Park Canadian Finals Rodeo Guided Fishing on the North Saskatchewan River or nearby lakes Edmonton’s signature golf courses Edmonton’s premium casinos Kalyna Country

THE BEST OF ARTS AND CULTURE Experience one of Canada’s most popular urban regions and the capital city of Alberta. Edmonton offers attractions and natural areas to explore year round. Whether you have three hours or three days, there are plenty of activities to entice and entertain you during your visit.

Suggested Months: Year Round HALF-DAY — CITY HIGHLIGHTS If you have three hours: A three-hour scenic circle tour of Alberta’s Capital City will give you a glimpse of Edmonton’s offerings and leave you wanting more! Edmonton City Centre and Arts District — Begin your tour in the heart of downtown, home to Edmonton Arts District, Chinatown and extensive shopping. The swirling architecture of the Art Gallery of Alberta welcomes all to see the regional, national and international art treasures within. City Hall is crowned by one of Edmonton’s signature pyramids; directly east the Francis Winspear Centre for Music is home to the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. Nearby stands the Citadel Theatre and the magnificent Art Gallery of Alberta. North Saskatchewan River Valley Area — Still downtown, on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River. Marvel at the historic Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, built in 1915. Another prominent Edmonton landmark is the Alberta Legislature Building, set amidst scenic gardens and a beautiful fountain area. Gallery Walk / 124 Street Area — Encompassing 10 blocks, the district is home to art galleries, gift shops, fashion boutiques and dining establishments. Nearby, the Royal Alberta Museum features amazing collections of aboriginal history, wildlife, geology and more, with a spectacular view of the river valley. West Edmonton Mall — Head to the city’s west end to see West Edmonton Mall — The Greatest Indoor Show on Earth. Muttart Conservatory — As you circle back towards downtown, you’ll see the Muttart Conservatory nestled by the river — four spectacular glass pyramids filled with more than 700 species of plants. Amazing viewpoints also allow you to witness the panoramic beauty of Edmonton’s river valley.

3 DAY — DISCOVER EDMONTON If you have three days: Discover why Edmonton’s population tops a million — Edmontonians love their city and all it offers. DAY 1 — You’ll need a full day to experience the magic of West Edmonton Mall — The Greatest Indoor Show on Earth. With more than 800 stores and nine world-class attractions, the mega-mall offers something for everyone. DAY 2 — Spend a sunny morning at Alberta Legislature and gardens and at one of Canada’s best museums, the Royal Alberta Museum. Next, travel 45 minutes east of Edmonton to Elk Island National Park to spend 3-4 hours enjoying nature, wildlife, picnicking, hiking or canoeing. Nearby, the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village showcases the lifestyle of an early-pioneer settlement. DAY 3 — Explore the fur trading post at Fort Edmonton Park and tuck into an old-fashioned lunch on 1885 Street or 1905 Street. Experience an afternoon of fun that’ll put your spirits in high orbit at TELUS World of Science — Edmonton. In the evening, canoe on the North Saskatchewan River or head to the Old Strathcona Historic Area for dinner, well-known for its vintage architectural ambience and variety of shopping, restaurants and nightclubs. Friendly, safe and easy to access, Edmonton is your natural gateway to Alberta’s Rocky Mountains and the richness of Canada’s North. See GATEWAY EDMONTON sample itineraries for ideas.

ONE TO THREE DAYS APRIL TO OCTOBER TOUR FEATURES • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Alberta Legislature Building Art Gallery of Alberta Arts District Chinatown Elk Island National Park Fort Edmonton Park (seasonal) Muttart Conservatory North Saskatchewan River Old Strathcona Historic Area Royal Alberta Museum Shopping and dining areas TELUS World of Science — Edmonton Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village West Edmonton Mall

RICH IN HERITAGE Edmonton’s signature attractions offer hands-on activities, events and experiential programs reflecting the belief that learning is key — and fun.

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Muttart Conservatory Fort Edmonton Park Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village Leduc #1 Energy Discovery Centre Alberta Legislature Building Royal Alberta Museum Old Strathcona Historic Area West Edmonton Mall Elk Island National Park Kalyna Country

Suggested Months: Year Round DAY 1 Begin the day with insight into the area’s heritage. The Muttart Conservatory — more than 700 species of plants in four spectacular glass pyramids in the central river valley — serves up a fun, interactive approach to its horticultural programs. Travel back in time at Fort Edmonton Park, Canada’s largest living history park. Join costumed historical interpreters and live a day as a pioneer. Learn the stories of immigration to Canada at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, an awardwinning provincial historic site just 45 minutes east of Edmonton. Meet costumed role players and explore more than 30 historic buildings.

DAY 2 Officially opened on Sept. 3, 1912, Alberta’s magnificent Legislature Building remains the province’s foremost historic site. This iconic landmark offers tours and insights on Alberta’s Provincial government. Just west of downtown, the Royal Alberta Museum explores the human and natural history of Alberta. Book a tour, talk to a resident expert, or close your eyes and let a storyteller carry away your imagination. In the evening, explore Edmonton’s Old Strathcona Historic Area, beloved for its bohemian ambience and for the variety of shopping: antiques, gift shops, bookstores and a farmers’ market. Dine at one of the area’s many restaurants then take a guided Ghost Tour, reportedly in the presence of some of Edmonton’s significant ‘spirits’.

DAY 3 Drive just south of the city to skip back half a century to the discovery of oil near Leduc on February 13, 1947. This major find ushered in an era of prosperity and transformed Edmonton into the Oil Capital of Canada. The Leduc #1 Energy Discovery Centre features a replica of the original oil rig, real equipment, photos, scale models and hands-on displays. Continue south to the Reynolds-Alberta Museum, where you can marvel how their outstanding collection of rare and unusual cars, airplanes, tractors and industrial giants are collected and restored.

DAY 4 Many Edmonton attractions build curriculum-based programs for students and youth groups. Experience the wonders of amusement-park science at West Edmonton Mall’s Galaxyland (home of the Mindbender, the world’s largest indoor triple-loop rollercoaster) or get up close and personal with a new whiskered friend with marine life biology at Sea Lions’ Rock.

DAY 5 Forty-five minutes east of Edmonton you will find Elk Island National Park. Learn about this park’s historical importance, natural abundance and plan for preservation will add to your eco-savvy. Take a hike on the Shoreline Trail with a nature interpreter or customize a program at the park’s Living Waters Boardwalk. To truly enjoy these Edmonton highlights, allow at least two hours at each attraction.

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The Works Art & Design Festival (June) Historic Edmonton Week (July) A Taste of Edmonton (July) Edmonton’s Art Walk and Art Gallery of Alberta (year-round)

EXPLORE ECO-TOURISM Whether your interests embrace nature, wildlife or even shopping, Edmonton brims with environmentally friendly options in the city and surrounding regions.

THREE DAYS YEAR ROUND TOUR FEATURES • • • • • • • • •

Suggested Months: Year Round

Allow one or two days to experience Edmonton Festival City, and at least one day to “experience the energy” in Fort McMurray (optional overnight in Fort McMurray). DAY 1 — Enjoy a day crossing Kalyna Country, Canada’s largest eco-museum, home to more than 40 designated natural areas and 1,000 km of trails, all just east of Edmonton. Along this 300-km stretch of North Saskatchewan river valley you’ll be able to view all manner of creatures that make up Alberta’s diverse bird, fish and wildlife. Be sure to stop at Elk Island National Park or the adjacent Cooking Lake-Blackfoot recreation area, home to herds of free-roaming bison, moose, deer and elk, as well as more than 250 species of birds. Hike amongst the many trails or canoe across the motor-free lake. Experience the Beaver Hills Dark Sky Preserve Program, aimed at raising public awareness on light pollution. Overnight at Elk Island Retreat, just 15 minutes from Elk Island National Park, a unique setting for rest, relaxation and reflection. Bring the RV along, or rent a tipi for year-round camping. Immerse your imagination in the history of First People’s culture and attend one of many Aboriginal Culture Programs. DAY 2 — Discover nature in the city! The John Janzen Nature Centre offers programs, events, exhibits and information to encourage awareness and understanding of nature in an urban setting. Visit the Exhibit Room, the living pond or the active, working beehive to see nature close-up! Be sure to stop in at the Muttart Conservatory, Edmonton’s premier horticultural attraction, featuring more than 700 species of plants. Ask about the Orchid Species Preservation Foundation of Alberta, helping to develop a world-renowned orchid species collection. Head south on Queen Elizabeth II Highway to The Devonian Botanic Garden, home to an authentic Japanese Garden, floral gardens and collections of native and alpine plants, all situated in a rolling landscape of pine trees and wetlands. DAY 3 — Start the day with a truly educational experience. Visit the Edmonton Waste Management Centre and learn more about composting, recycling, landfill design, biofilters and more. Now it’s time for some shopping! Start at Southgate Centre, which meets 25 per cent of its energy needs through wind turbines, part of eco-incentives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at six major malls across Alberta. Head west for adventure in West Edmonton Mall, The Greatest Indoor Show on Earth! Be sure to stop at the Sea Life Caverns, home to more than 200 species of colourful fish, sharks, stingrays, reptiles and penguins. Interactive exhibits and daily live presentations allow you to get up close and learn more about these remarkable creatures. Hear about the African penguin-breeding program, which helps this protected species survive by providing a stable, safe breeding environment.

Kalyna Country Elk Island National Park Elk Island Retreat John Janzen Nature Centre Muttart Conservatory Devonian Botanic Garden Edmonton Waste Management Centre Southgate Centre West Edmonton Mall

MAJESTIC AURORA Let Edmonton be your gateway to the magic of Aurora Borealis in Alberta’s spectacular North.

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Suggested Months: September to April Spend memorable, mesmerizing evenings under the undulating Northern Lights, the Aurora Borealis. Guided tours take guests to prime viewing spots outside the city limits where the colourful sky dance unfolds. Here, near Fort McMurray, Alberta’s northernmost city, learn the mysteries of constellations that continue to spellbind residents and visitors alike in the crisp night sky.

DAY 1 Arrive in Edmonton Festival City, your gateway to the Northern Lights. Visit the TELUS World of Science – Edmonton to learn about the Aurora Borealis. Be sure to schedule a stop at Edmonton’s iconic West Edmonton Mall, The Greatest Indoor Show on Earth!

DAY 2 Arrive in Fort McMurray, transfer to hotel for orientation and learn about unique options included with this tour. Take an optional tour of Alberta’s famous Oil Sands. In the evening, transfer to Aurora viewing area (15-20 minutes from hotel). Experience the Northern Lights: Aurora viewing with Astronomer and Constellation identification, use of mobile telescope, assistance in photography. Transfer back to hotel.

DAY 3 & 4 — Daytime options* Dog Sledding and Snowshoeing Tour — Dog sledding (10 min. rides); opportunity to ride two per sled, with a kennel tour, snowshoeing, warm-up hut, hot drinks, campfire, photo opportunities with dogs capped off with some marshmallow roasting by the fire. (approx. 2.5 hrs) Kennel/City/Shopping Tour — Tour the home of our four-legged friends who love to dogsled, followed by a drive through downtown Fort McMurray. Stop at the Meeting of the Rivers where the mighty Athabasca River meets the Clearwater River (if road conditions allow). Drive through a neighbourhood for lifestyle impressions, spend some time shopping. (approx. 2.5 hrs) Aboriginal Experience Tour — Learn the Aboriginal way-of-life via “show-and-tell”: discover the culture, learn about herbs and the use of natural products for medicine, handicrafts (learn to prepare your own Dream Catcher), enjoy an aboriginal meal with bannock (aboriginal bread), aboriginal stew and dessert, followed by photo opportunities with aboriginal clothing and peace pipe, Sweetgrass Ceremony. The best part? Receive your own blessing before leaving. (about 3.5 hrs) Wilderness Experience Tour — Explore northern trails; learn about the beavers, the flora and fauna. Identify animal footprints, learn how to build a survival shelter and make a fire. Then relax and enjoy your bonfire, as you make tea and roast marshmallows. This two-hour tour introduces guests to winter-survival skills in Northern Alberta. (about 2.5 hrs) Downhill Skiing/Snowboarding (self-guided) — Enjoy a half- or full-day of downhill skiing at Vista Ridge Ski Resort with its ski lodge, restaurant, lounge, four well-groomed runs and ski lift. (Skis or snowboard, poles, boots and transfers included.) Nature Trail Walk (self-guided) — Enjoy walking/hiking on nature trails (shared by crosscountry skiers in the winter); perfect for nature lovers. (Trail maps and transfers included) *All Options are subject to change and availability. Each evening: transfer to viewing area; marvel at the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights); skygaze through a telescope (an astronomer will be on hand to advise on photography of the Aurora and galaxy viewing). Transfer back to hotel.

DAY 5 Morning departure from Fort McMurray to Edmonton for return home. (Option: Additional days in Edmonton)

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3 Nights Aurora Viewing Alberta Legislature Building Muttart Conservatory North Saskatchewan River Oil Sands Discovery Centre Old Strathcona Historic Area Royal Alberta Museum Shopping and dining areas TELUS World of Science — Edmonton University of Alberta West Edmonton Mall

NORTHERN EXPOSURE Travel the Deh Cho Trail — Deh means ‘river’ of ‘moving water’ in the Slavey Dene language of the North, while Cho means ‘much’ or ‘big’. This tour leads you along the historical water routes of early inhabitants and explorers.

FIVE DAYS

September to April

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Edmonton & area tour Athabasca Lesser Slave Lake Lesser Slave Lake Bird Observatory Peace River Grimshaw — Mile Zero Waterfalls Route Enterprise Hay River Fort Providence Mackenzie Bison Sanctuary Yellowknife — City Tour Ingraham Trail Cameron Falls Tour Great Slave Lake Fishing Tour

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DAY 1 — EDMONTON Begin with a tour of your Gateway City and discover the area’s past, present, and future.

DAY 2 & 3 — EDMONTON TO ‘MILE ZERO’ Athabasca — Travel from Edmonton to Athabasca via Highway 2 north. Historic Athabasca nestles in the scenic Athabasca River valley. Enjoy a riverside interpretive walk; visit the Athabasca Golf & Country Club to savour a hearty lunch. Or feast on spectacular views of the valley at the Maple Tree Grill. Travel from Athabasca to Slave Lake via the ‘Old Alaska Highway’ winding through pastureland, rolling forested foothills and valley-bottom lakes. Lesser Slave Lake — Alberta’s largest recreational lake, popular for its for sandy beaches and excellent lakeside camping. Take a guided interpretive tour of the sand-dune ecology and old-growth forests of the area. Visit the Lesser Slave Lake Bird Observatory where biologists band vibrantly-coloured songbirds at the peak of their spring migration. Travel from Slave Lake through numerous small towns including McLennan, the ‘Bird Capital of Canada’, to the town of Peace River where three rivers merge into a majestic valley. Peace River — Gallop into a riverside horseback adventure. Learn the history of this region, of explorers such as Alexander Mackenzie and characters like ‘Twelve-Foot Davis’ whose gravesite is marked with an historic plaque perched on one of the best views in Alberta.

DAY 4 & 5 — MACKENZIE HIGHWAY Grimshaw & High Level — Journey from Peace River to High Level. Grab your digital camera for a photoop at the famous ‘Mile Zero’ sign of the famous Mackenzie Highway in Grimshaw. Take a zippy tour of the ‘Mile Zero’ Antique Truck Museum. Stop for lunch in High Level and visit the Mackenzie Crossroads Museum and Visitors Centre to take in their extensive collection of trading-post memorabilia and artifacts. 60th Parallel Visitor Centre — Located on the Waterfalls Route, this centre is your path to dramatic and spectacular waterfalls at the Northwest Territories/Alberta border. Learn about the region and enjoy a

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This remarkable journey includes the Mackenzie and Liard Highways and a portion of the historical Alaska Highway. This route takes you from sprawling farmland and the beauty of the boreal forest to a land of breathtaking waterfalls, awe-inspiring mountains and silent, starlit nights. It’s wild enough to make the hardiest romantic linger; yet travelled enough for a safe and leisurely family vacation.

NORTHERN EXPOSURE coffee by the woodstove before heading down the road. Pick up an Order of Arctic Adventurers, North of 60° Chapter Certificate, witnessed in your name, for having crossed the 60th Parallel. You deserve it for making it this far! Waterfalls Route — Driving from the NWT/Alberta border you’ll witness waterfalls, from stately to spectacular, dotting the route. Twin Falls Gorge Territorial Park ties two sets of falls and an impressive river canyon into one fascinating stop just north of the 60th Parallel border. A three-km hiking trail joins Alexandra Falls and Louise Falls as it winds along the dramatic Gorge. The Park features day use sites as well as campground and interpretive displays. Enterprise & Hay River — Enterprise is an important stop for travellers on the Mackenzie Highway. Just southwest of Hay River, the small hamlet of Enterprise has a friendly visitor information centre and aboriginal gift shop. The Hay River Canyon lies immediately east as you head towards Hay River for your overnight stay. Hay River, the North’s largest shipping hub, offers accommodation, dining, a seaport atmosphere and Great Slave Lake. Make sure you visit Katl’odeeche Reserve, home to the Dene Cultural Institute and Hay River Mission National Historic Site. Lady Evelyn Falls — Back on Highway 1 west, the Waterfalls Route continues. Lady Evelyn Falls on the Kakisa River features trails to a gorge at the base of the impressive falls. Fort Providence — A prime location for a spectacular view of the mighty Mackenzie River, which runs alongside the community. The Merv Hardie ferry shuttles vehicles across the river. Mackenzie Bison Sanctuary — Sightseers can usually get a good, long look at the bison that often greet drivers as they wend their way to Yellowknife. The massive animals can be seen feeding peacefully on roadside vegetation, which make for great pictures. Continue on to Yellowknife.

DAY 6, 7 & 8 — YELLOWKNIFE The city that gold built in the 1930s and 1940s has traded up from gold to diamonds! The capital of Canada’s Northwest Territories, with 18,000 people, is riding high. Yellowknife — set in pink and grey granite on the shores of one of the world’s largest pristine lakes, Great Slave Lake — is a tourist mecca. Northern Frontier Visitors Centre — Helpful staff answer your inquiries to help you make the most of your visit to the Northern Frontier region. Displays offer insight into its history and economics. Prince of Wales Heritage Centre — A collection of more than 100,000 items that pertain to the history and heritage of the Northwest Territories. Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly — Home of the Northwest Territories Government, it’s designed to accommodate the NWT’s unique style of consensus government (as opposed to the traditional party politics of southern Canada). The Legislative Assembly exhibits one of the world’s largest collections of Group of Seven paintings. Bush Pilots Monument — Reached by a series of steps, it affords a fantastic view of the city. The monument commemorates Northern pilots who’ve been instrumental in shaping the North. An ideal location to watch float planes come and go. Wildcat Café — The oldest café in town and a beloved spot for visitors and locals. Built in 1937 by Willy Wiley and Smoky Stout, the café also serves up the rustic ambience of Yellowknife’s history. Old Town Tour — Yellowknife’s Old Town, with its mix of 1930s gold rush shanties, houseboats and quaint restaurants proves a magnet for visitors. Here’s your chance to pick up all those northern souvenirs. Float plane tours of the terrain and Great Slave Lake by Yellowknife are available. Cameron Falls Tour — A 40-minute drive from Yellowknife is the trail to Cameron Falls. After a short, easy 20-minute hike you’ll arrive at Cameron Falls. Bring a picnic lunch. Relax. Enjoy nature.

DAY 9 — GREAT SLAVE LAKE Great Slave Lake Fishing & Sightseeing Tour — This four-hour tour will take you onto one of the world’s largest lakes, Great Slave Lake. Here you’ll have the opportunity to try your hand at fishing and take in nature. Conclude an evening under the midnight sun with a fish-fry of your catch of the day.

DAY 10 — RETURN TO EDMONTON Return to Edmonton either by road or by air.

Edmonton Attraction Highlights ELK ISLAND NATIONAL PARK One of the best places in Canada to view wildlife — bison, moose, elk, deer, beavers and birds — only 40 minutes east of Edmonton www.pc.gc.ca/elkisland FORT EDMONTON PARK Canada’s largest living history park explores four distinct periods of Edmonton’s rich history www.fortedmontonpark.ca NORTHLANDS Edmonton’s Capital EX, Canadian Finals Rodeo, Farmfair International, horse racing and casino-style gaming at the Spectrum www.northlands.com TELUS WORLD OF SCIENCE Home of Canada’s largest planetarium dome and an ‘edutainment’ centre with four new interactive exhibits www. telusworldofscienceedmonton.com UKRAINIAN CULTURAL HERITAGE VILLAGE Award-winning provincial historic site showcases Ukrainian settlement in Alberta: costumed interpreters & experiential programs www.ukrainianvillage.ca WEST EDMONTON MALL The Greatest Indoor Show on Earth. Tours, Meet & Greet programs, coupon books, and group attraction passes www.westedmontonmall.com•

GATEWAY EDMONTON Explore the history, technology and future of the planet’s largest oil sands mine on a stimulating day trip from Edmonton.

ONE TO THREE DAYS MID-MAY TO OCTOBER

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Oil Sands Discovery Centre Syncrude Canada plant Suncor Energy plant Fort McMurray

BOOK THIS TOUR Tour packages including two nights accommodation and tours operate from mid-May to October. (Note: Children must be 12 years of age to participate on mine tours). Fort McMurray Tourism Tel (780) 791-4336 Toll Free 1-800-565-3947 E-mail visitors@ftmcmurray.com www.fortmcmurraytourism.com

Suggested Months: Mid-May to October Allow one or two days to experience Edmonton Festival City, and at least one day to “experience the energy” in Fort McMurray (optional overnight in Fort McMurray).

EARLY MORNING Take a direct early morning flight (1 hour and 5 minutes) from Edmonton. Explore Fort McMurray and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo on a short sightseeing tour with a stop for refreshments.

MID-MORNING Tour the Oil Sands Discovery Centre (OSDC) and experience a big-screen film presentation, Quest For Energy. This film takes you back millions of years to discover how the oil was formed. Ever wonder how big some of the equipment is? Take a walk to the Industrial Garden where you will see a mammoth, seven-storey-high bucket-wheel excavator and other gigantic mine equipment. Follow your tour with lunch at the Sawridge Inn, across the street from the Oil Sands Discovery Centre.

AFTERNOON Depart the Oil Sands Discovery Centre for a bus tour to either Syncrude Canada or Suncor Energy mine sites. Watch the earth move as shovels that dig out 10 tons with one scoop load trucks that carry 380 tons of the rich, black oil sand. Follow the process from mining to pipeline. You can also see how the sand is reclaimed and the natural environment is restored after the mining process. Stay overnight or take the return flight to Edmonton.

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• A thabasca oil sands are the largestknown oil sands formation in the world. They contain oil reserves greater than the entire Middle East. • Syncrude Canada and Suncor Energy supply more than 25 per cent of Canada’s energy. • Suncor developed the world’s first commercially-successful oil sands plant.

GATEWAY EDMONTON Discover the natural wonders of the IceFields Parkway — The World’s Most Spectacular Journey.

ONE TO THREE DAYS APRIL TO OCTOBER

TOUR FEATURES

Suggested Months: April to October

Depending on the season, you can include one of Edmonton’s many festivals as part of your travel plans during your visit. EDMONTON TO CALGARY VIA THE ICEFIELDS PARKWAY — For sightseeing & overnight stops, allow 1-3 days from Edmonton to Lake Louise or Banff. (5-6 hours driving time) WOLF CREEK GOLF COURSE — Depart Edmonton on Queen Elizabeth II Highway (Highway 2 South). Arrive at Wolf Creek Golf Course (between Ponoka and Lacombe). Sand dunes are more common in Alberta than anywhere else in Canada. The Wolf Creek Golf Course lies in the heart of a dune field, which allowed designers to create a distinct Scottish links style, resulting in one of Canada’s most challenging golf courses. Allow an extra half-day to play 18-holes. SYLVAN LAKE — Continue south to Red Deer and Highway 11 west, the David Thompson Highway. Arrive at Sylvan Lake, a small resort community, restaurants, accommodation and the largest inland lighthouse in Canada! Sylvan Lake Provincial Park provides access to 1.5 km of sandy beach. Boat rentals are available for cruising, fishing and water skiing. ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOUSE — Continue west to Rocky Mountain House and Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site (5 km west of the town). Alberta’s only National Historic Park was the site of five different fur trading posts between 1799 and 1875. An interpretive centre, remains of the forts, a Red River cart, a York boat, a cemetery and tipis are available for viewing. NORDEGG — Continue west to the Nordegg Heritage Centre (seasonal; check for times). The Heritage Centre is the starting point for guided tours to the site of the historic coal mine. The town’s layout echoes the semi-circular pattern of Mount Royal in Quebec. ABRAHAM LAKE — Depart Nordegg on Highway 11 west (allow stops at various viewpoints along this route). Arrive in Abraham Lake and the Bighorn Dam (seasonal). Marvel at the turquoise waters of Abraham Lake and mountain views. The dam is one of the largest earth-filled dams in Western Canada — the electricity generated here is used all the way to Edmonton. ICEFIELD HELICOPTER TOURS — Continue west towards Highway 93, to the Icefields Parkway. Icefield Helicopter Tours leave from the Cline River Heliport on Highway 11. There are several choices for overnight accommodation in this area, including the David Thompson Resort (lodge) and The Crossing (motel). Advance reservations are recommended. COLUMBIA ICEFIELD — Travel north on Highway 93, the Icefields Parkway to the Columbia Icefield Visitors’ Centre (seasonal). The Columbia Icefield, located on the boundary of Jasper and Banff National Parks, is the hemisphere’s largest mass of ice and snow south of the Arctic. Facing the Visitors’ Centre is the Athabasca Glacier. Plan time to visit the Parks Canada Interpretive Centre, restaurants and gift shop. Go for a guided Brewster Ice Explorer glacier tour. LAKE LOUISE – BANFF – CALGARY — Return south on Highway 93, the Icefields Parkway to Lake Louise. The Icefields Parkway is one of the most scenic highways in the world. Enjoy a leisurely drive and stop at the many viewpoints and enjoy the emerald lakes, alpine meadows and snow-capped peaks of the Canadian Rockies. From Lake Louise continue on to Banff National Park, then the Trans Canada Highway east back to Calgary, returning north on the Queen Elizabeth II Highway (Highway 2) to Edmonton.

• W olf Creek Golf Course and Sand Dunes • Sylvan Lake, Home to Canada’s Largest Inland Lighthouse • Rocky Mountain House National Historic Site • Nordegg Heritage Centre, Historic Ghost Town and Mine-site Tours • Abraham Lake and the Bighorn Dam • Athabasca Glacier and Columbia Icefield • Icefield Helicopter Tours • Brewster Ice Explorer Tour • Icefields Parkway • Lake Louise and Banff

MAGICAL WINTER JOURNEY Experience the charm of a winter rail journey aboard the Canadian amid the astounding panorama of Canada’s Rocky Mountains.

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BOOK THIS TOUR www.skimarmot.com Only 20 minutes from the town of Jasper, Marmot Basin Ski Resort offers 3,000 vertical feet of skiing and snowboarding on 100-per-cent natural, dry, Rocky Mountain powder.

Suggested Months: November to April DAY 1 — ARRIVE EDMONTON DAY 2 — EDMONTON As the first snowflakes fall, Edmonton transforms into a winter wonderland. The crisp, dry fresh air, the clear blue Alberta skies and the sparkling white blanket of snow beckon you. Try your hand at the classic Canadian game of curling at Jasper Place Curling Club. Then visit Fort Edmonton Park for lunch and a fun afternoon on a horse-drawn sleigh ride and a chance to learn about the historic lives of the fur traders. Then it’s back to modern-day for shopping and dinner at West Edmonton Mall, The Greatest Indoor Show on Earth. If you’d like more active, outdoor adventure, then visit Strathcona Wilderness Centre and Elk Island National Park for snow shoeing, cross-country skiing, skating, a campfire program, outdoor living skills, wildlife watching or a winter hike (add a second day in Edmonton).

DAY 3 After breakfast, transfer to Edmonton’s VIA Rail station for your journey on the Snow Train to Jasper as you experience VIA Rail Canada’s Silver & Blue Class service on the legendary transcontinental train, The Canadian (The Canadian departs Edmonton (07:37) for Jasper (arriving 13:00) three times a week Monday, Wednesday, Friday). The Canadian passes through small communities and wide open spaces — Alberta’s “cottage country”. The first major river crossing on this leg of The Canadian’s journey is the 274-metre-long bridge over the Pembina River. In 1862, gold seekers paddled their way along this river to the Cariboo gold fields. Just past Edson, look south for your first glimpse of the Miette Range of the Rocky Mountains. The Obed Summit is the highest point on the Trans Canada Yellowhead Highway at 1,163 metres (3,818 feet) above sea level. As you enter Jasper National Park via the Athabasca River Valley, you’ll pass through the natural division across the park, between the easternmost Front Ranges west of the Jasper townsite.

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Spend a couple of days in Jasper to explore the majesty of the Rockies as well as this friendly mountain village. Winter activities include: Maligne Canyon icewalks, snowshoe tours, wildlife searches, Maligne Valley tours, dog sledding … or just relaxing with friends by the fire in your cozy hotel. If you’re visiting in November, add a couple of days and experience the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge’s annual Christmas in November celebration. Guest presenters typically include some of Canada’s finest chefs and home-decor personalities.

Marmot Basin is one of the leastcrowded ski areas of its size in all of North America. Enthusiasts who have already discovered Marmot Basin come back for its relaxed and friendly atmosphere, the superb variety of terrain, its all-around affordability, first-class service and, naturally, the spectacular Rocky Mountains. A variety of private and group lessons — from learn-to-ski to specialty clinics — are available. Skiers aged 13 and up can enjoy a few hours of lessons as well as multi-day packages which includes lessons.

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ALBERTA BOUND Two unique routes South from Edmonton — combine the two to create your classic Alberta Circle Tour — enjoy the best our province has to offer.

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TOUR FEATURES • R eynolds-Alberta Museum at Wetaskiwin • Bashaw / Donalda, Stettler and Big Valley Option • Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park • St. Ann Ranch at Trochu • Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology at Drumheller • Dinosaur Trail, Hoodoo Drive, and Horseshoe Canyon

Suggested Months: Year-round

Alberta is a land of contrasts. From the friendly sophistication of Edmonton to the most accessible glacier in North America, discover a new way of travelling to the Canadian Rockies. The grandeur of the mountains comes, in part, from the contrast to Alberta’s arid plains, aspen parkland and boreal forest. The route of explorer and fur trader David Thompson allows the visitor an unusual end-on view of mountain ranges and spectacular geological features. The eastern route south from Edmonton takes you to Alberta’s distant past, a land where the dinosaurs roamed. EDMONTON TO CALGARY VIA DRUMHELLER — (off Highway 21) 4-5 hours driving time. For sightseeing & stops, allow 1-2 days from Edmonton to Calgary. Returning to Edmonton via Highway 2, allow 3 hours driving time. Suggested Months: April to October REYNOLDS-ALBERTA MUSEUM — Depart Edmonton via Queen Elizabeth II Highway (Highway 2 South). At Highway 13, travel east to Wetaskiwin. Celebrate the “spirit of the machine” at the Reynolds-Alberta Museum and experience the history of air and ground transportation, agriculture and other Alberta industries. The museum is home to Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame. BASHAW/DONALDA, STETTLER, & BIG VALLEY — Depart Wetaskiwin south on Highway 21 through prime agricultural land and a wealth of oil and gas reserves. Stop in Bashaw, where an original boomtown theatre has been restored to its 1915 glory. In Stettler (south on Highway 56), The Stettler Town & Country Museum features 26 buildings including an old courthouse, original schoolhouse, 1908 church, 1911 CNR Station, a harness shop, and an Estonian log cabin. Continue to Big Valley — a perfect replica of a frontier town complete with two art galleries, a fudge factory, tearoom and barbershop. (An adventurous option is to travel from Stettler to Big Valley on board a real steam or diesel train!). DRY ISLAND BUFFALO JUMP — Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park is east of Huxley, the most northerly area in Alberta where badlands can be seen. Here, Cree Indians stampeded bison over a cliff some 2,000 years ago. Stop and take in breathtaking views of the valley, there’s also a shady picnic area in the park (entrance road is seasonal, call ahead). ST. ANN RANCH — Head south to Trochu and the St. Ann Ranch, at the town’s southeast end. The St. Ann Ranch is a provincially-designated historic site, originally built in 1905 by cavalrymen from France as part of a francophone settlement. DRUMHELLER — Continue southeast to Drumheller, the Dinosaur Trail, and the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology and the Canadian Badlands. This unique geographical region tells the story of how glaciers and erosion formed the pillared, rocky landscape of hoodoos and drumlins. The Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology is a top Alberta tourist destination, with more than 35 complete skeletons. It’s the world’s largest dinosaur display. Trails from the museum lead into the badlands, a must-see for paleontologists from around the globe. HORSESHOE CANYON — Stop at Horseshoe Canyon for a view of the badlands. This canyon offers one of the most spectacular picnic spots in Alberta; the Highway 9 route features unique roadside attractions. CALGARY — Continue southwest to Calgary (approx. 1.5 hours drive) for a visit or return to Edmonton via Queen Elizabeth II Highway (Highway 2).

Edmonton

Edmonton is a place where world-class attractions let you feel the pulse of the city. From museums to theatres, gardens to galleries and roller coasters to waterslides — not to mention all-day shopping excursions and big-league sporting events — the heart of the city keeps a lively beat. Edmonton’s forested North Saskatchewan River Valley is the largest stretch of urban parkland in North America.

Leduc #1 Discovery Centre Much of Alberta’s history is built upon the oil industry. For the most insightful experience, don’t miss Leduc #1 Energy Discovery Centre, a unique gallery dedicated to preserving and displaying artifacts from Alberta’s oilfields. Celebrating its 65th Anniversary in 2012, be sure to catch the weeklong celebrations in August including rig demonstrations, a concert featuring Tim Hus, a rib cook-off, and live entertainment and auction. Year-round activities include a variety of indoor and outdoor exhibits, guided tours, and educational programs highlighting the history, production, transportation, and progress of oil in Alberta.

Leduc #1 Discovery Centre

Explore Edmonton’s Treasures

Alberta Legislature

Leisure & Attractions

Alberta Legislature Building While in Edmonton, take a tour of the Alberta Legislature Building as it approaches its centennial year in 2013. Open 362 days a year, tours are offered to accommodate many group sizes. Take in new facts about the Provincial Government, such as roles of the Lieutenant Governor, Premier, and Speaker; get a brief overview of political history; discover parliamentary traditions and ceremonies; or simply explore the art and architecture of the building itself. Nestled in a beautiful park setting, be sure to take a stroll of the grounds, which are bound to be memorable no matter the season.

Leduc #1 Discovery Centre

Explore Edmonton’s Treasures

Alberta Legislature

Leisure & Attractions

Leduc #1 Energy Discovery Centre Much of Alberta’s history is built upon the oil industry. For the most insightful experience, don’t miss Leduc #1 Energy Discovery Centre, a unique gallery dedicated to preserving and displaying artifacts from Alberta’s oilfields. Celebrating its 65th Anniversary in 2012, be sure to catch the weeklong celebrations in August including rig demonstrations, a concert featuring Tim Hus, a rib cook-off, and live entertainment and auction. Year-round activities include a variety of indoor and outdoor exhibits, guided tours, and educational programs highlighting the history, production, transportation, and progress of oil in Alberta.

Leduc #1 Discovery Centre

Explore Edmonton’s Treasures

Alberta Legislature

Leisure & Attractions

Leisure & Attractions Living History Up Close and Personal Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village

East Central Alberta was once home to the largest bloc settlement of Ukrainian pioneers in Canada! Come be a time traveller and immerse yourself in our history and culture. Group rates, guided tours, banquet hall, customized packaged programs, ethnic menus. Ph: 780 662 3640 www.ukrainianvillage.ca 25 min. east of Edmonton on Hwy.16

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Year-round Adults $10 • • • 2 hours • • 11410 Kingsway Avenue, Edmonton AB T5G 0X4 Seniors (60 +) $8 (call for details) Tel 780-451-1175 Fax 780-451-1607 Child (6 and under) FREE Email info@albertaaviationmuseum.com Child (7-12) $6; Youth (13-17) $7 Website www.albertaaviationmuseum.com Family $25 (mom, dad & up to 4 children/youth) Vintage aircraft dating back to the 1920s, restored fighter jets, wartime memorabilia, extensive archives and library and an aviation gift shop make this a noteworthy stop.

Alberta Legislature Building D

Year-round Free Free • • 30-60 min. • • Cafeteria 10800–97 Avenue, Edmonton AB T5K 2N6 (book group tours in advance) (call for details) Tel 780-427-7362 Fax 780-427-0980 Website www.assembly.ab.ca This premier heritage building, completed in 1912 on the site of Fort Edmonton, is Alberta’s architectural treasure. Guided building tours and self-guided grounds tours portray Alberta’s history and political process. Other attractions include a Gift Shop & Interpretive Centre, 23 hectares of parkland, and numerous special events.

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May-October Adult $90 - $145 Group rates • • 5 - 6 hours • Meal 4611–47 Avenue, Stettler AB T0C 2L0 for 20 or more Included Tel 403-742-2811 Fax 403-742-2844 10% off Website www.absteamtrain.com Excursion aboard a real steam- or diesel-powered train line that offers themed day trips such as murder mysteries and family day — but be prepared for a hold-up by the infamous Bolton gang!

Alberta Railway Museum D

May to Sept Adult $5 • 1-2 hours • • 24215–34 Street, Edmonton AB Weekends only Student/Senior $3.50 Mailing Address PO Box 70014 LRPO, Edmonton AB T5C 3R6 Child (under 3) FREE/ (3-12) $2 Tel 780-472-6229 Fax 780-968-0167 Train rides $4 (when available) Website www.railwaymuseum.ab.ca Motor car rides $2 With its collection of vintage cars and locomotives from the Canadian National Railroad, the ARM houses a historic assortment of rolling stock and railway buildings.

Art Gallery of Alberta D

Year-round Adults $12.50 • • 1 - 2 hours • • #2 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Seniors/Student $8.50 99 Street & 102A Avenue, Edmonton T5J 2C1 Child (under 6) FREE Tel 780-422-6223 Fax 780-426-3105 Family (up to 2 adults and up to 4 children) $26.50 Website www.youraga.ca Free admission on Family Day An architecturally stunning new building across from City Hall, the AGA boasts a premier collection of historical and contemporary paintings, sculptures and photographs by Canadian and international artists.

City Hall

Year-round Free • 1/2 - 1 hour 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton AB T5J 2R7 Tel 780-496-8200 Fax 780-496-8210 Civic ceremonies and community activities come alive in the heart of the city at picturesque City Hall, fronted by a wading pool that turns into a skating rink in winter.

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Open Daily May Adults $13 • Seniors $8.50 • • • 2 hours • • Hwy 60, 5 km North of Devon to Thanksgiving Youth/Student (13-17) $5 20 minutes from West Edmonton (subject to change) Child (7-12) $3 / (6 & under) free Mailing Address University of AB, Edmonton AB T6G 2E1 Family Pass $26 (2 adults & accompanying children 17 & under) Tel 780-987-3054 Fax 780-987-4141 1/2 price admission first Tues of month Website www.devonian.ualberta.ca (GST not included) Established by the University of Alberta in 1959, its 80-plus acres of rolling landscape features an authentic Japanese garden, attractive floral gardens and collections of native and alpine plants.

Edmonton Corn Maze D

Late July to Oct General $9 10 or more people • 15 min SW of Edmonton, 5 km west of 199 Street on 23 Avenue Child (5-12) $7 and Mailing Address 26019 SH 627, Spruce Grove AB T7Y 1A9 Child (under 5) Free 20 or more people Tel 780-288-0208 Website www.edmontoncornmaze.ca For some ‘a-maze-ing’ fun, lose yourself in a good way in this 15-acre corn maze that also offers campfires, trike riding and farm animal viewing.

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Free • • 1 - 1 1/2 hours • • 10425–99 Avenue, Edmonton AB T5K 0E5 Tel 780-422-1970 Fax 780-426-0192 Website archives.epsb.net Located in McKay Avenue School, this historical provincial site saw the first session of the Alberta Legislature in 1906. It features the restored legislative chamber of the era as well as Alberta’s first public school, built in 1881.

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Casinos Baccarat Casino D

10128–104 Avenue, Edmonton AB T5J 4V8 Tel 780-413-3178 Fax 780-413-3177 Website www.baccaratcasino.net Casino Yellowhead D

12464–153 Street, Edmonton AB T5V 1S5 Tel 780-424-9467 (WINS) Fax 780-429-3282 Website www.casinoabs.com Century Casino D

13103 Fort Road, Edmonton AB T5A 1C3 Tel 780-643-4000 Fax 780-669-5606 Website www.cnty.com/casino/edmonton Gold Dust Casino D

24 Boudreau Road, St. Albert AB T8N 6K3 Tel 780-460-8092 Fax 780-460-1962 Website www.golddustcasino.ca The Palace Casino at West Edmonton Mall D

2710, 8882–170 Street, Edmonton AB T5T 4J2 Tel 780-444-2112 Fax 780-444-1155 Website www.palacecasino.com River Cree Resort & Casino D

300 East Lapotac Boulevard, Enoch AB T7X 3Y3 Tel 780-484-2121 Website www.rivercreeresort.com

Dinner Theatre Jubilations Dinner Theatre D

2690, Phase III, West Edmonton Mall 8882–170 Street, Edmonton AB T5T 4M2 Tel 780-484-2424 Fax 780-489-3942 Website www.jubilations.ca

Entertainment Laser Quest Corporation D

10829–105 Avenue, Edmonton AB T5H 0K9 Tel 780-424-2111 Fax 780-424-1684 Website www.laserquest.com Northlands D

PO Box 1480, 73 Street & 116 Avenue, Edmonton AB T5N 2N5 Tel 780-471-7210 Fax 780-471-8176 Website www.northlands.com Sportsworld Inline & Roller Skating Disco D

13710–104 Street, Edmonton AB T5E 6L6 Tel 780-472-6336 Fax 780-472-6377

Festivals & Events October 27, 2012 – April 1, 2012 How did Luke and Anakin Skywalker, both with similar genes and home planet, become such strikingly different people? This exciting exhibition at TELUS World of Science – Edmonton explores the forces that shape you, as illustrated through the characters of Star Wars. Plus, you’ll witness 200 iconic items from the official Lucasfilm Archives, including Darth Vader’s costume and Anakin’s full-size Podracer.

2012 CFR

July 20–22 Get ready for loads of exciting racecourse action as this red-hot event speeds into town. For three adrenaline-pumping days, Edmonton plays host to this thrilling worldclass event boasting top drivers including Marco Andretti, grandson of the legendary Mario Andretti. Individual and group corporate packages are also available, offering premium vantage points as well as pit and paddock passes so you and your guests can get right into the action.

Star Wars™ Identities

2012 Edmonton Indy®

Festivals & Events November 7–11 This world-class rodeo has been known to set new attendance records each time it rides into Edmonton. Witness top professional rodeo athletes rip up the dirt and compete against the clock for the Canadian title and a chance to win a share of more than a million dollars in prize money. Steer wrestling, bull riding, and ladies barrel racing are only a handful of events that’ll have you sitting on the edge of your seat!

2012 CFR

2012 CANADIAN FINALS RODEO

Star Wars™ Identities

2012 Edmonton Indy®

Festivals & Events October 27, 2012 – April 1, 2013 How did Luke and Anakin Skywalker, both with similar genes and home planet, become such strikingly different people? This exciting exhibition at TELUS World of Science – Edmonton explores the forces that shape you, as illustrated through the characters of Star Wars. Plus, you’ll witness 200 iconic items from the official Lucasfilm Archives, including Darth Vader’s costume and Anakin’s full-size Podracer.

2012 CFR

Star Wars™ Identities

2012 Edmonton Indy®

Major Festivals & Events The D symbol indicates partners in the Edmonton Capital Region Tourism Partnership. Industry partners support green initiatives. Please visit their websites for details. Information subject to change without notice.

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Metropolis Winter Festival

Dec 31–Feb 20

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Winter Light Festival

Jan 27–28/Feb 10–11

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Ice on Whyte

Jan 13–22

Jan 25–Feb 3

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Canadian Birkebeiner Festival

Feb 10–11

Feb 8–9

Feb 7–8

Silver Skate Festival & Winter Triathlon

Feb 17–20

Feb 15–24

Feb 14–23

Edmonton Kiwanis Music Festival

Apr 16–May 4

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Edmonton Poetry Festival

Apr 22–29

Apr 23–29

Apr 22–28

Opera Nuova Vocal Arts Festival

May 25–Jul 1

May 24–Jun 30

May 23–Jun 29

St. Albert Kinsmen Rainmaker Rodeo & Exhibition

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May 24–26

May 23–25

International Children’s Festival

May 29–Jun 2

May 28–June 1

May 27–31

Dreamspeakers Film Festival

May 30–Jun 2

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Improvaganza

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Jun 19–29

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NeXtfest

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Jun 6–16

Jun 5–15

The Works Art & Design Festival

Jun 21–Jul 3

Jun 20–Jul 2

Jun 19–Jul 1

Edmonton International Jazz Festival

Jun 22–Jul 1

Jun 21–30

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Feats Festival of Dance

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Jun 27–Jul 7

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Freewill Shakespeare Festival

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Canada Day

Jul 1

Edmonton International Street Performers Festival

Jul 6–15

Jul 5–14

Jul 4–13

Edmonton & Northern Alberta Historic Festival

Jul 3–8

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A Taste of Edmonton

Jul 19–28

Jul 18–27

Jul 24–Aug 2

Edmonton’s Capital EX

Jul 20–29

Jul 19–28

Jul 18–27

Blueberry Bluegrass & Country Music Festival

Aug 3–5

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Servus Heritage Festival

Aug 4–6

Aug 3–5

Aug 2–4

Edmonton Folk Music Festival

Aug 9–12

Aug 8–11

Aug 7–10

CariWest: Edmonton Caribbean Arts Festival

Aug 10–12

Aug 9–11

Aug 8–10

Edmonton Dragon Boat Festival

Aug 17–19

Aug 16–18

Aug 15–17

Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival

Aug 16–26

Aug 15–25

Aug 14–24

The Edmonton Blues Festival

Aug 24–26

Aug 16–18

Aug 22–24

Symphony Under the Sky

Aug 31–Sep 3

Aug 30–Sep 2

Aug 29–Sep 1

Visualeyez

Sep 10–16

Sep 9–15

Sep 8–14

Edmonton International Film Festival

Sep 28–Oct 6

Sep 27–Oct 5

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Accordion Extravaganza

Sep 28–30

Sep 27–29

Sep 26–28

Edmonton Chante

Sep 29–Oct 6

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Edmonton International Literary Festival

Oct 17–27

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Global Visions Documentary Film Festival

Mar 1–4

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Farmfair International

Nov 3–11

Nov 2–10

Nov 1-9

Canadian Finals Rodeo

Nov 7–11

Nov 6–10

Nov 5–9

Festival of Trees

Nov 29–Dec 2

Nov 28–Dec 1

Nov 27–30

Winter Light Festival January 27 to 28 / February 10 to 11, 2012 Winter Light showcases Edmonton’s beauty as a winter city, with elements of joy and survival, of fire and warmth, and of storytelling and celebration. It supports the active spirit with a Baba Yaga Trail Adventure and a Star Party as well as spirited activities such as Silver Skate, Ice on Whyte and Deep Freeze. Winter Light also sparks new experiences as well as community gatherings and revelry — through welcoming, all-ages events that invite us to meet winter’s challenges with creativity and fun. Tel 780-760-2229 Fax 780-760-2263 Website www.winterlight.ca Canadian Birkebeiner Ski Festival February 10 to 11, 2012 Based on the legendary Birkebeiner (Viking skier), Canada’s premier cross-country ski event features a 55-km point-to-point course, Nordic Fair and Viking Feast. Tel 780-430-7153 Fax 780-435-5243 Website www.canadianbirkie.com Silver Skate Festival & Edmonton Winter Triathlon D February 17 to 20, 2012 Family fun includes traditional Silver Skate races, performances by the National Ice Theatre of Canada as well as sleigh rides, mazes and sledgehockey demos. Tel 780-488-1960 Website www.silverskatefestival.org Global Visions Film Festival March 1 to 4, 2012 A documentary film festival that bolsters public awareness of global human rights, social and environmental issues as it celebrates the human spirit. Tel 780-414-1052 Website www.globalvisionsfestival.com

Edmonton International Jazz Festival

Vocal Arts Festival May 25 to July 1, 2012 This unique festival celebrates Canadian Vocal Artists while creating an accessible and engaging

BEYOND EDMONTON

Elk Island

Edmonton is only the starting point. From here, you’re minutes away from nearby cities and towns, and only hours away from destinations that offer unique hostsite possibilities. To the north, experience the energy of Fort McMurray with a tour of Alberta’s famous oil sands, a night-sky viewing of the Aurora Borealis (Northern Lights), Aboriginal culture, dog-sledding and boreal wilderness adventures.

HERITAGE LIVES ON — The rich Alberta farmland east of Edmonton was largely homesteaded by Ukrainian immigrant families whose toil and traditions transformed east central Alberta from 1892 to 1930. With costumed players and historic buildings, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village is an outdoor living museum that tells their compelling story of life in a new land. The food here is delicious, too.

HERITAGE LIVES ON

MINUTES AWAY FROM SO MUCH MORE

HERITAGE LIVES ON

BEYOND EDMONTON

Elk Island

HERE THE BUFFALO ROAM — A wildlife oasis, Elk Island National Park is home to herds of free-roaming plains bison, wood bison, moose, deer and elk, and more than 250 species of birds. If you’re looking for fresh air and outdoor recreation, take advantage of scenic hiking trails, canoeing, camping, picnicking and cross-country skiing amid the natural splendour and starry night skies.

HERITAGE LIVES ON

MINUTES AWAY FROM SO MUCH MORE

HERE THE BUFFALO ROAM

BEYOND EDMONTON

Elk Island

HERITAGE LIVES ON

MINUTES AWAY FROM SO MUCH MORE

HERITAGE LIVES ON

BEYOND EDMONTON

As a unique host site for your tour or retreat — or simply a destination to visit for the day — Greater Edmonton offers options for everyone. Surround yourself with the beauty of nature. Nurture your green thumb Edmonton is nestled between two of Canada’s most at the Devonian Botanic Garden and take your pick of fresh produce, spectacular parks. Just Farmers’ four hours west Jasper meats andnational goods at the St. Albert Market andis greenhouses. Nearby communities major performance facilities, suchThirty as Festival National Park and theboast magnificent Canadian Rockies. Place in Sherwood Park, The Arden Theatre in St. Albert, the Horizon minutes east of Edmonton is Elk Island National Park, a Stage in Spruce Grove and the Shell Theatre in the Sherritt Cultural verdant nature that’sCentre home wildlife. Pavilion in thepreserve Dow Centennial in to Fortabundant Saskatchewan. These venues also offer unique facilities such as the Wardens’ Art Centre & Tea Room in Fort Saskatchewan and the Multicultural Heritage Centre in Stony Plain. For trade shows, consider The TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, Place and 16, Dow Centennial Centre as well the new Located eastMillennium of Edmonton on Hwy Servus Credit Union Place. Elk Island National Park is Canada’s first federal wildlife preserve and one of the nation’s smallest national parks at 194 sq. km. Renowned for its wildlife and bird-watching opportunities, Elk Island is home to more than 250 ( The TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, west of Spruce Grove, offers a twospecies of birds and 40 species of mammals — including more than 1,000 soccer-field-sized arena in winter — and double that in summer — Plains and Wood Bison, elk, moose, deer, beaver and coyote. In fact, Elk when two indoor skating rink areas can be incorporated. Island is the sole remaining place in Alberta where all the grazing species Place inecosystem Sherwoodco-exist. Park offers the Celanese Centre, a ( Millennium of Canada’s aspen parkland 32,000-sq.-ft. double-arena that canmore be easily for Open year-round, Elk Island National space Park features than transformed 100 km trade show or special-event purposes. of nature trails for hiking or cross-country skiing as well as picnic spots, camping andServus canoeing. If time permits, roundfeatures of golf on the park’s Credit Union Place play in St.aAlbert three NHL-sized ( The arenas, two soccer fields, a variety of meeting rooms and more. challenging nine-hole course.

ELK ISLAND NATIONAL PARK

( The Dow Centennial Centre in Fort Saskatchewan offers an NHL-

sized ice arena, leisure ice arena and a soccer field that can be used for trade shows. Banquet space is ample.

( River Cree Resort & Casino is a full-service, state-of-the-art gaming, hotel and entertainment complex on the outskirts of Edmonton at the Enoch Cree Nation.

( Regional attractions include the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village, a unique living-history museum celebrating local Ukrainian history. In Wetaskiwin, visit the Reynolds-Alberta Museum, which houses hundreds of vintage automobiles and agricultural implements as well as serving as Canada’s Aviation Hall of Fame.

( Southwest of Edmonton, the Devonian Botanic Garden thrives as

a scenic destination and event site. Sip a warm beverage in the tearoom, available for rent by smaller groups, in the serenity of the Kurimoto Japanese Garden.

ELK ISLAND NATIONAL PARK

Jasper NATIONAL PARK

Alberta’s North

BEYOND EDMONTON

As a unique host site for your tour or retreat — or simply a destination to visit for the day — Greater Edmonton offers options for everyone. Surround yourself with the beauty of nature. Nurture your green thumb Edmonton is nestled between two of Canada’s most at the Devonian Botanic Garden and take your pick of fresh produce, spectacular parks. Just Farmers’ four hours west Jasper meats andnational goods at the St. Albert Market andis greenhouses. Nearby communities major performance facilities, suchThirty as Festival National Park and theboast magnificent Canadian Rockies. Place in Sherwood Park, The Arden Theatre in St. Albert, the Horizon minutes east of Edmonton is Elk Island National Park, a Stage in Spruce Grove and the Shell Theatre in the Sherritt Cultural verdant nature that’sCentre home wildlife. Pavilion in thepreserve Dow Centennial in to Fortabundant Saskatchewan. These venues also offer unique facilities such as the Wardens’ Art Centre & Tea Room in Fort Saskatchewan and the Multicultural Heritage Centre in Stony Plain. For trade shows, consider The TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, Place and 16, DowElk Centennial CentrePark as well the new Located eastMillennium of Edmonton on Hwy Island National is Canada’s Servus Credit Union Place. first federal wildlife preserve and one of the nation’s smallest national parks at 194 sq. km. Renowned for its wildlife and bird-watching opportunities, Elk Island is home to more than 250 species of birds and 40 species ( The TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, west of Spruce Grove, offers a twoof mammals — including more than 1,000 Plains and Wood Bison, elk, soccer-field-sized arena in winter — and double that in summer — moose, deer, beaver and coyote. In fact, Elk Island is the sole remaining when two indoor skating rink areas can be incorporated. place in Alberta where all the grazing species of Canada’s aspen parkland ( Millennium ecosystem co-exist. Place in Sherwood Park offers the Celanese Centre, a 32,000-sq.-ft. double-arena that canmore be easily for Open year-round, Elk Island National space Park features than transformed 100 km trade show or special-event purposes. of nature trails for hiking or cross-country skiing as well as picnic spots, camping andServus canoeing. If time permits, roundfeatures of golf on the park’s Credit Union Place play in St.aAlbert three NHL-sized ( The arenas, two soccer fields, a variety of meeting rooms and more. challenging nine-hole course.

ELK ISLAND NATIONAL PARK

( The Dow Centennial Centre in Fort Saskatchewan offers an NHL-

sized ice arena, leisure ice arena and a soccer field that can be used for trade shows. Banquet space is ample.

( River Cree Resort & Casino is a full-service, state-of-the-art gaming, hotel and entertainment complex on the outskirts of Edmonton at the Enoch Cree Nation.

( Southwest of Edmonton, the Devonian Botanic Garden thrives as

a scenic destination and event site. Sip a warm beverage in the tearoom, available for rent by smaller groups, in the serenity of the Kurimoto Japanese Garden.

ELK ISLAND NATIONAL PARK

Jasper NATIONAL PARK

Alberta’s North

BEYOND EDMONTON

As a unique host site for your tour or retreat — or simply a destination to visit for the day — Greater Edmonton offers options for everyone. Jasper National Park lies four hours west of Edmonton. Surround yourself with the beauty of nature. Nurture your green thumb Jasper is aDevonian part of Botanic the Canadian Rocky Mountains World at the Garden and take your pick of fresh produce, meatsSite. and goods at the St.Nations Albert Farmers Market and greenhouses. Heritage The United protects UNESCO World Nearby communities boast major performance facilities, such as Festival Heritage Sites, considered to be of outstanding universal Place in Sherwood Park, The Arden Theatre in St. Albert, the Horizon value, forinfuture Stage Sprucegenerations. Grove and the Shell Theatre in the Sherritt Cultural Pavilion in the Dow Centennial Centre in Fort Saskatchewan. These venues also offer unique facilities such as the Wardens’ Art Centre & Tea Room in Fort Saskatchewan and the Multicultural Heritage Centreinin1907, StonyJasper Plain. National For tradePark shows, The TransAlta Established is theconsider largest national park inTri Leisure Centre, andofDow Centennial CentreIt’sasthe well the the Canadian Rockies,Millennium with 10,878Place sq. km mountain wilderness. new Servus Credit Union Place. wildest of the mountain parks, with a superb backcountry trail system as well as the famed Columbia Icefields, one of the few icefields in the world accessible by road. The park enjoys international renown for its wildlife ( The TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, west of Spruce Grove, offers a twoviewing. It’s home to grizzly bears, moose, caribou, wolves and many intersoccer-field-sized arena in winter — and double that in summer — esting animals. when two indoor skating rink areas can be incorporated. Visit Sunwapta Falls, marvel at the serene beauty of Mount Edith Cavell, Millennium Place in Sherwood offerssoothing the Celanese Centre, enjoy( a cool view at Athabasca Glacier orPark a steamy, soak in Miettea 32,000-sq.-ft. double-arena can beMountain, easily transformed Hot Springs. Ride the cable car to the space top of that Whistler’s visit the for trade show or special-event purposes. Jasper-Yellowhead Museum to learn about the settlement of the Jasper area or one ofCredit the exceptional scenic Take your pick of NHL-sized more TheinServus Union Place in St.tours. Albert features three (take arenas, soccer fields, variety of meeting rooms andwildlife more. than 1,000 km of two hiking, biking andacross-country ski trails, superb

Jasper NATIONAL PARK

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( Southwest of Edmonton, the Devonian Botanic Garden thrives as

a scenic destination and event site. Sip a warm beverage in the tearoom, available for rent by smaller groups, in the serenity of the Kurimoto Japanese Garden.

ELK ISLAND NATIONAL PARK

Jasper NATIONAL PARK

Alberta’s North

BEYOND EDMONTON

As a unique host site for your tour or retreat — or simply a destination to visit for the day — Greater Edmonton offers options for everyone. NATURE’S SPLENDOUR — Nowhere does the legend of Surround yourself with the beauty of nature. Nurture your green thumb Alberta’s skies liveand uptake to its reputation in at theendless Devonian blue Botanic Garden your pick of freshthan produce, meats and goods at the Albert Farmers Market and greenhouses.the the north. With only fiveSt.per cent of Alberta’s population, Nearby communities boast major performance facilities, such as Festival magnificent north offers unpopulated expanses of parkland, Place in Sherwood Park, The Arden Theatre in St. Albert, the Horizon forests and lakes Grove — dotted with dynamic young Stage in Spruce and the Shelltowns Theatreand in the Sherritt Cultural the Dow Centennialby Centre in safe Fort Saskatchewan. citiesPavilion — all ineasily accessible good, highways. These venues also offer unique facilities such as the Wardens’ Art Centre & Tea Room in Fort Saskatchewan and the Multicultural Heritage Centre in Stony Plain. For trade shows, consider The TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, Millennium Place and Dow Centennial Centre as well the A fly-fisherman’s Alberta is a landscape with hundreds of new Servus dream, Credit northern Union Place. lakes and wild rivers teeming with trout, pike, walleye and perch. Birdwatchers thrill to their sightings of osprey, bald eagles, blue herons and rare trumpeter swans. History buffsCentre, can explore Tri Leisure west museums of Spruce throughout Grove, offers a two( The TransAlta arena ainCultural winter — and double that inFort summer — the northsoccer-field-sized country. St. Paul boasts Centre and Museum. when two indoor skating rink areas can be incorporated. McMurray’s Oil Sands Discovery Centre tells the tale of oil development

Alberta’s North

and technology. The Grande Museum fossils, a pioneer Place inPrairie Sherwood Parkshowcases offers the Celanese Centre, a ( Millennium village and wildlife displays. Art galleries illustrate the culture of the first for 32,000-sq.-ft. double-arena space that can be easily transformed inhabitants of northern Alberta. trade show or special-event purposes. Parks abound in this rugged region, including Wood Buffalo National Park, ( The Servus Credit Union Place in St. Albert features three NHL-sized a UNESCO World Heritage Site that straddles the border with the Northarenas, two soccer fields, a variety of meeting rooms and more. west Territories. The park, founded in 1922, protects bison herds and today Centennial Centre in Fort Saskatchewan ( toThe is home theDow largest free-roaming bison herd on the planet.offers an NHLsized ice arena, leisure ice arenaLights, and a shimmer soccer field that can be used The brilliant Aurora Borealis, or Northern brightly for the trade shows. is ample. throughout region. TheBanquet sight ofspace this dancing curtain of cosmic energy is one( you won’t want to miss! River Cree Resort & Casino is a full-service, state-of-the-art gaming, hotel and entertainment complex on the outskirts of Edmonton at the Enoch Cree Nation.

( Southwest of Edmonton, the Devonian Botanic Garden thrives as

a scenic destination and event site. Sip a warm beverage in the tearoom, available for rent by smaller groups, in the serenity of the Kurimoto Japanese Garden.

ELK ISLAND NATIONAL PARK

Jasper NATIONAL PARK

Alberta’s North

Best Western Sunrise Inn & Suites

Ramada Inn & Suites

• 110 kitchenettes, some suites with fireplace • Non-smoking throughout the hotel • Free deluxe continental breakfast • Free high-speed wireless internet & dataports • Business centre • Five banquet/meeting rooms: 12 person boardroom, 200 person dinner/reception, 300 person theatre style, • 3 storey waterslide, indoor pool, whirlpool, fitness room • Lounge, Mini mart, coin laundry

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Travelodge Stony Plain

• 59 rooms, all non-smoking • Standard rooms, 2 queen beds; rooms with king beds and a pull-out couch • Suites, king bed, pull-out couch, 2 TV’s and DVD player • Mini fridge, microwave, coffee station and a desk station • Wireless internet • Business Centre • Complimentary continental deluxe breakfast • Fitness Room • Pool and hot tub

The Multicultural Heritage Centre

• Historic Site & Museum • Public Art Gallery • General Store

• Homesteader’s Kitchen • Heritage Farmers’ Market

Our facilities are open year-round; our award winning grounds are a seasonal highlight. With fountain ponds, kitchen gardens, exhibits and artifacts a summer visit is a whole new experience. Our hours of operation are 9 am to 4 pm. 7 Days a week.

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Tourism Contacts

Regional City of Cold Lake D

5513–48 Avenue, Cold Lake AB T9M 1A1 Tel 780-594-4494 Fax 780-594-3480 Website www.coldlake.com City of Fort Saskatchewan D

10005–102 Street, Fort Saskatchewan AB T8L 2C5 Tel 780-992-6231 Fax 780-998-4774 Website www.fortsask.ca City of Leduc D

1 Alexandra Park, Leduc AB T9E 4C4 Tel 780-980-7101 Fax 780-980-7127 Website www.leduc.ca City of Spruce Grove D

315 Jespersen Avenue, Spruce Grove AB T7X 3E8 Tel 780-962-2611 Fax 780-962-0651 Website www.sprucegrove.org City of St. Albert – Business & Tourism Development D

71 St. Albert Road, St. Albert AB T8N 6L5 Tel 780-459-1725 Fax 780-460-1161 Website www.stalbert.ca City of Wetaskiwin D

4705–50 Avenue, Wetaskiwin AB T9A 2E9 Tel 780-361-4400 Fax 780-361-4402 Website www.wetaskiwin.ca Edmonton Chamber of Commerce D

700, 9990 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton AB T5J 1P7 Tel 780-426-4620 Fax 780-424-7946 Website www.edmontonchamber.com Grande Alberta Economic Region D

Rm. 111, 111-54 Street, Edson AB T7E 1T2 Tel 780-723-7706 Website www.grandealberta.com Kalyna Country – East Central Alberta Tourism D

PO Box 496, Vegreville AB T9C 1R6 Toll-Free 1-888-452-5962 Fax 780-632-3504 Website www.kalynacountry.com Lamont County D

Lamont County Building, 5303–50 Avenue, Lamont AB T0B 2R0 Tel 780-895-2233 Fax 780-895-7404 Website www.lamontcounty.ca Leduc County D

101, 1101–5 Street, Nisku AB T9E 2X3 Tel 780-955-3555 Fax 780-955-3444 Website www.leduc-county.com Leduc & District Chamber of Commerce D

6420–50 Street, Leduc AB T9E 7K9 Tel 780-986-5454 Fax 780-986-8108 Website www.leduc-chamber.com Parkland County D

53109A SH 779, Parkland County AB T7Z 1R1

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STELLAR SERVICE — Edmonton’s array of events and trade show services provide creative solutions for all your events and trade show needs. With a variety of services ranging from specialized transportation and customs clearance to event set up and take down to specialty lighting and display rentals, Edmonton’s events and trade show services offer something for every kind of business gathering.

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TRADE UP! — Highly regarded as a major host of trade shows and marketing events, Edmonton offers key meeting centres like the Shaw Conference Centre, Northlands and the Mayfield Trade Centre. These are complemented by other unusual but highly effective venues such as the new Art Gallery of Alberta, Royal Alberta Museum, TELUS World of Science – Edmonton and the Winspear Centre.

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Accommodations Bed & Breakfast Bed and Breakfast Association of Greater Edmonton 11115 - 77 Ave., Edmonton, Alberta T6G 0L5 Tel 780-434-0480 www.bbedmonton.com Chapman’s B & B 11310-79 Ave., Edmonton, Alberta T6G 0P3 Tel 780-439-5607 www.bbedmonton.com/chapmans Villa Maria Country Inn 9910-213 St, Edmonton, Alberta T5T 5X9 Tel 780-488-6089 Fax 780-451-3036 www.villamariacountryinn.com Wee Sleep Inn (West Edmonton Bed and Breakfast) 7312-156 St, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 1X3 Tel 780-484-1487 www.weesleepinn.ca

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Campgrounds & RV Parks Kacikewin RV Campgrounds and Cabins Site 114 Comp 15 RR 1, Alberta Beach, Alberta T0E 0A1 Tel 780-924-3018 Fax 780-924-3015 www.kacikewin.com