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Meet Nova Scotia Magazine is published annually by TC • Media. TC • Media cannot assume responsibility for any editorial material, or information and/or claims set forth by advertising in this publication. While information was accurate at press time, it is subject to change without notice. TC • Media 211 Horseshoe Lake Drive Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3S 0B9 Tel: (902) 421-5888 Fax: (902) 422-5400 E-mail: bonnie.marchand@tc.tc Group Publisher Fred Fiander Editor Bonnie Marchand Art Director john eaton Graphic Designer Angela Jørgensen Copy Editor Ken Partridge

Inside Letter from the Editor

Off the Beaten Path

Map of Nova Scotia

Meeting & Event Gems

How the Other Half Lives it Up!

A Legendary Meeting Place

Dig In

Yarmouth & Acadian Shores

Shop ‘Til you Drop

Halifax Regional Municipality

Supplier Marketplace

Provincial Spotlights South Shore

Northumberland & Eastern Shores

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley

Cape Breton Island

Features Trends for 2013

Choosing a Facility

Meet and be Social

Who’s your type?

Building Team Spirit

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Contributing Writers Jennifer Smith, Donalee Moulton, Kim George of Limelight Group, Leanne Adrecyk of Zed Events, Nova Scotia Tourism Agency Destination Halifax, Destination Southwest Nova Scotia Association, Central Nova Tourism Association, Destination Cape Breton Account Executives John Eagles, Annie Langley Advertising Co-ordinator Bonnie Marchand Photography Nova Scotia Tourism Agency, Destination Southwest Nova Scotia Association, Destination Halifax, Destination Cape Breton, Lake Charlotte Area Heritage Society and Angela Jørgensen All rights reserved. Reproduction of any article, photograph or artwork without expressed written permission from the appropriate owner is strictly prohibited.

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Welcome to this year’s edition of Meet Nova Scotia In Producing Meet Nova Scotia this year my hope is to showcase Nova Scotia as the place to create a memorable meeting. The unique character of the province provides you with many different backdrops.You can hold your next meeting, conference or event against a city skyline, a windswept beach, a historical landmark or in the beautiful Cape Breton highlands.This is why Nova Scotia is the place to come or stay at home and host your next event. “Your

delegates will remember the sites sounds and flavours of our province.”

We have so much to offer here in Nova Scotia unlike anywhere else in the world, our spectacular scenery, artisan shopping, historical attractions and distinctive activities allow us to be truly a one of a kind location.Your delegates will remember the sites sounds and flavours of our province. While we honour our heritage and our past, Nova Scotia continues to move forward to become an innovative leader in the meeting industry. We offer progressive, high-tech and unique options for meeting places. As we look forward to the future, the Nova Centre project is scheduled to open in 2016. Information for the centre can be found at http://www.nova.center.ca or http://www.buildyourcentre.ca. Thank you to our tourism partners for continuing to be a tremendous resource: Destination Halifax, Destination Cape Breton, Destination Southwest Nova Scotia Association, Destination Eastern & Northumberland Shore, Central Nova Tourism Association and Nova Scotia Tourism Agency. Their dedication and enthusiasm for the Nova Scotia meeting marketplace serves us all well. Enjoy this year’s edition of Meet Nova Scotia and remember to embrace both past and future that make us who we are. We are sure you will find this resource useful when planning your next meeting, conference or event.

Bonnie Marchand Editor

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We invite you to explore Nova Scotia. It’s a world of natural beauty, sea-spun warmth and with a way of life that’s shaped by founding cultures whose love of a good time is legendary.

Discover our scenic regions Nova Scotia offers 7,600 km (4,750 miles) of diverse seacoast and each of our seven tourism regions offer experiences to match. Whatever your interests and enthusiasms, you’ll find plenty to see, do and discover in our beautiful and friendly province. Explore Halifax, our bustling seaport capital. Founded in 1749, this little gem of a city is situated on one of the world’s deepest harbours and has a pulse that’s all its own. Downtown Halifax’s waterfront boardwalk hugs the harbour for 10 city blocks.This gentle path takes you past historic sites, shops, restaurants and attractions. Dive into Nova Scotia’s fascinating seafaring heritage at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Explore Canada’s cultural heritage at the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21. Enjoy the pageantry of the 78th Highland Regiment at the Halifax Citadel National Historic Site.Tour Alexander Keith’s Nova Scotia Brewery, one of the oldest breweries in Canada.The downtown area is perfect for exploring on foot, or on a city or harbour tour. Halifax’s nightlife also leaves a lasting impression.There are more than 350 restaurants in Halifax. And there are more pubs, clubs and nightlife venues per capita than almost anywhere else in Canada.

From Halifax, tour coastal communities and historic towns along our South Shore region, where seafaring heritage and adventure await. Be charmed by our most photographed lighthouse at Peggy’s Cove and wander the colourful waterfront of Old Town Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Yarmouth and Acadian Shores region is located on the southwestern tip of Nova Scotia.You’ll find this hub is bustling with great museums, such as the Cape Forchu Lightstation, fabulous seafood and traditional Acadian fare and a waterfront alive with festivals, concerts, sightseers and fishermen. Venture along the Acadian Shores, where the culture of some our earliest European settlers is vibrant and still alive in the area’s music, food, dialect and dancing. Home to the most spectacular tides in the world, the Bay of Fundy brings the ocean’s treasures to you twice a day. Walk on the ocean floor, explore the fossil cliffs at Joggins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then wait for the tide to rise up to greet you.This incredible phenomenon plays host to high tide adventures such as kayaking, whale watching and tidal bore rafting. Feast on the most amazing seafood along the shore, then head to the sunny orchards and incredible vineyards of the Annapolis Valley. Visit historic sites such as Grand-Pre National Historic site, Nova Scotia’s newest UNESCO World Heritage Site, rich in the history of our Acadian ancestors and historic gardens blooming from the richness of the soil. Meet Nova Scotia 2013 | 7

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Food and Wine

Savour our flavours and the artistry of our winemakers, chefs, farmers and producers. With the sea on all sides of Nova Scotia, it’s no wonder the world sings the praises of our seafood, from lobster to succulent Digby scallops. The number of award-winning wineries in Nova Scotia is a testament to their commitment and dedication to the craft. If beer is your preference, a Nova Scotia microbrew will hit the spot, or savour a dram of Single Malt Whisky from Glenora Distillery, North America’s first Single Malt Whisky distillery Some of the country’s best restaurants, top chefs, award-winning wineries and internationally renowned culinary vacation experiences are on the menu during any visit to Nova Scotia.

Outdoor Adventure

The Northumberland Shore has natural beauty, history and culture in abundance, from warm beaches to museums that reveal the area’s varied past. Explore the culture of our Scottish heritage in museums such as the Hector Heritage Quay in Pictou and at festivals such as the Highland Games in Antigonish. The natural beauty of Cape Breton Island is simply the backdrop to the vacation experience of a lifetime. Travel the spectacular coastal touring route, the Cabot Trail, rated as one of the world’s most scenic drives. The Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site is the largest reconstructed 18th-century French fortified town in North America.Then there’s the music. It’s everywhere. Many of the world’s finest Celtic musicians call this island home.Tap your toes at a Ceilidh or participate in a workshop at the Celtic Music Interpretive Centre. Cape Breton Island is also home to some of Atlantic Canada’s finest golf courses. The Eastern Shore offers surfing and kayaking, wildlife galore, a host of festivals, and local culinary delights. Home to the longest sand beach in Nova Scotia, the Eastern Shore is blessed with inlets, rocky outcrops, islands, salt marshes and endless beaches. From the Clam Harbour Sandcastle Contest, to birding, there is something for everyone. Days away from the beach can be spent at one of the many museums, such as Sherbrooke Village, a step back in time to 1860 for a hands-on history lesson and a pioneer adventure.

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Whoever coined the term ‘the great outdoors” was obviously thinking of Nova Scotia. We have something to offer every outdoor adventurer. Head out on a whale watching tour to wave hello to a pod of whales, walk a coastal trail, explore our coastline in a sea-kayak, canoe the traditional routes of the Mi’kmaq at Kejimkujik National Historic Park, surf large swells and enjoy the thrill of tidal bore rafting on the world’s highest tides, or simply relax on a long, sandy beach. The world’s greatest course designers have carved out more than 60 golf courses in Nova Scotia, offering a range of challenges and breathtaking scenery. On land or sea, thrilling or relaxing, you’ll be immersed in our nature.

History

History is alive and well and living in just about every city, town and village from one end of the province to the other. Nova Scotia is home to Canada’s beloved Bluenose II, 27 provincial museums, 26 National Historic Sites, three UNESCO World Heritage Sites and two UNESCO Biosphere Reserves. Nova Scotia offers plenty of history to explore with stories of adventure, of cultural diversity, conquest, discovery and scenic beauty.

Festivals and Events

Nova Scotia’s festivals and events celebrate music, arts, seafood, history, seacoast and outdoor activities and more! With more than 550 festivals and events there are many opportunities to dine on authentic Nova Scotia food and wine, dance to Celtic folk music, explore your genealogy, take in a parade or even to run across the ocean floor. This is our Nova Scotia and we look forward to sharing it with you.

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For generations, people have been gathering in groups to “confer” for a myriad of reasons: to share knowledge, exchange views, strategize, review practices and develop new solutions. Regardless of the conference goal, bringing a group of people together always requires a few basic amenities, an agenda of topics to be covered and a commitment on behalf of delegates to attend. In 2013, while the philosophy behind conferences will remain the same, the actual meetings and ways in which people confer will continue to evolve to keep pace with today’s realities. Key conference trends for 2013 reflect important fiscal and environmental responsibilities while embracing the growing impact of social media and other advances in technology.There will also be greater recognition of the need for individualization of experience.This comes at a time when many businesses are more mindful than ever of adhering to a tight, efficient conference budget. “Doing more with less continues to be a main objective amongst our corporate clients when they approach us to plan their conferences,” says Leanne Andrecyk, creative director for ZedEvents in Halifax. “Our mission is to successfully accomplish that goal, while creating a positive, relevant and memorable experience for each person.”

Technology Technology is no longer shiny and new but rather a given part of everyday life. For conference attendees who represent a diverse collection of generations, staying connected is paramount. Do not ask attendees to unplug! In 2013, conference formats will need to embrace social media and create innovative ways to incorporate new methods of networking into the conference agenda.Tweeting can actually help expand Meet Nova Scotia 2013 | 9

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an audience’s reach. Rather than limiting comments to around the table, the conversation now moves around the room — and beyond — to the many business networks of those in attendance. Advances in technology also contribute to “green” initiatives.The recent trend towards the use of smartphones means a conference can go virtually paperless with apps to provide attendees with directions, menus, agenda and floorplans. Is there an app for that? Why yes, of course!

Green Initiatives Green initiatives continue to be at the forefront of planning and have moved beyond purchasing carbon offsets. Conference settings can now directly reduce environmental impact and support the development of new and renewable power by injecting the existing grid with emission-free electricity via low impact wind and hydro sources. In addition, professional speakers and emcees are stepping up to the plate by offering a portion (and sometimes all!) of their fees towards tree planting efforts or renewable energy. Even entertain-

ment options for conferences are going green with acoustic alternatives for live musical entertainment taking precedence over “plugged-in” choices.

Food and Beverage “Go local” has been a key trend of the last couple of years and will continue into 2013. An expansion of that trend has been the 100-mile diet. When available, food and beverage is sourced within a 100-mile radius of your event site or city. Several venues and catering suppliers are already embracing this concept and even those with no formal mandate are usually open to instituting it upon request for a specific event. Dietary concerns are also changing with the times. Gone are the days when

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three per cent of your catering order included a random vegetarian option for those who might ask for it. In 2013, gluten-free, nut-free and lactose-free are just a few of the mainstays required as offerings in conference menus. Attendees will expect to be able to maintain their usual dietary regimes while on-site.

Décor Most colour themes for conferences tend to be dictated by corporate colours to further promote branding. However when colour is not strategy-based, trends for conferences follow the lead of the fashion and home décor industry. For 2013, blue is topping the charts. A natural colour, blue can be conservative or ultra-modern, depending on the tint or shade.The Pantone Institute specifically heralds Monaco Blue as the colour of the year for 2013.That said, the event industry tends to lag behind the fashion industry by one year, meaning that last year’s trend colour of orange (specifically Tangerine Tango) may well be the conference colour of choice in the new year.

Content “What’s in it for me?”That’s the question on the minds of potential conference attendees as they review the agenda and session options.They have to determine whether attending is worth an investment of their time and money. Speakers and presenters will have their work cut out for them as they try to attract, secure and engage an audience whose attention is divided. In 2013, custom stories that demonstrate teachable points will hit home with participants. In addition, conversational presentations that pique interest and simultaneously initiate tweets will enable participants to control and personalize their experience. Most importantly, however, is that attendees leave a conference armed with practical ways to implement theories and change, rather than just a list of ideas.This will provide the best return on investment for participants and generate lots of positive feedback and survey responses for conference providers. Courtesy of ZedEvents Leanne Adrecyk

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Tips on How to Choose the Best facility 1. Is the location near an airport? If the majority of your convention attendees will be flying in, you will need to find a location within commuting distance of the airport. Make sure there are adequate airport shuttle services available. 2. Does the location offer adequate hotel facilities? Ensure there are hotels within a few blocks or walk ing distance from the meeting location. Business professionals may not attend if they’re expected to travel a great distance from the meeting place to a hotel. 3. Hotels amenities: what is offered? Today’s guests are looking for more than just a place to sleep at night. Make sure the hotels offer high-speed wireless Internet, a business centre, spacious rooms, breakfast and an onsite health club – these are some of the things that’ll be expected. List the hotels and their amenities when sending invites. 4. Are there restaurants nearby? Before signing on with a convention centre, make sure there are a number of good restaurants within walking distance.

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Contact several area restaurants to ask if they’ll offer a discount to convention attendees; this will be a benefit for all. Is there adequate meeting space? Make sure the rooms will be large enough to accommodate the number of visitors scheduled to attend. Check the range of conference services offered: Make sure the sites you’re considering offer a range of services, including meals and refreshments. Are there wait and support staff available? Is the venue quoting you the best price? Compare prices and services, and don’t sign any contracts until you believe you’ve selected the best location for your meeting or convention. Are there attractions nearby? Attendees often want to spend some time in the area of the convention; often they’re bringing along their family or friends. Check to find what attractions are available close to your event and make sure this is included in your information package going out to attendees.

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hoping to interact with the general public and create a buzz around your event? Knowing your audience will help you decide what networking opportunities best meet your needs.

Meet and Be Social By Jennifer Smith

It will come as no surprise to the Internet-savvy that social media continues to dominate today’s marketing and business tools, as users increasingly find themselves doing research and looking for brand experiences online. Now, more than ever, users can access information at their fingertips through mobile apps, go-anywhere tablets and widespread Wi-Fi access. A strong online social presence has become a must-have in the competitive business world and practical business applications can benefit companies before, during and after meetings. Social media is really about creating discussion by connecting you with others in an immediate and interactive way. For meeting planners, this means opportunities to promote ideas, disseminate information, get feedback and drive online bookings for events. But more importantly, it offers the chance to engage with participants, their families and the outside world, which allows for real personal investment in your meetings.

So… where do you start? It may seem obvious, but the first step in creating a social media strategy or presence is to decide what you want to say and how you want to say it. Social media can allow you to interact with your attendees in a variety of ways, so it’s important to know what your priorities are so you can choose the most appropriate platform. Do you want to link to information or online registration on your website? Create a video for an event? Solicit ideas for spousal programs? Share photos and stories? Help your attendees network with each other? Ask for feedback on how your meeting went? It’s also important to understand who you want your audience to be. Are you looking to engage with conference attendees only? Do you want their spouses or families to have access to the information? Or are you

Once you know who your audience is and how you want to engage them, it’s time to choose the right tool for the job. Not all social media platforms may help you reach your targets effectively and it’s important to understand the strengths and weaknesses of each.

Know your Social Media FACEBOOK Nearly everyone is familiar with Facebook, which allows profile-based information sharing. Facebook offers a lot of different functionalities: create a group specifically for your meeting or conference attendees, set up events with RSVP lists, post photos from your activities and send direct messages to users. Why it’s great: Facebook is probably the most widely used social networking tool and odds are a high number of your participants will have it. Groups and profiles can be made private so your information can stay within an invited circle of attendees. Why it’s not: Most people tend to use Facebook as a way to keep in touch with friends and family, and not everyone wants to mix home and business; Facebook’s ever-changing privacy settings may make some users hesitant to potentially expose their personal lives to their colleagues.

YOUTUBE YouTube is the best-known video-sharing site, allowing the easy upload of professional and amateur shots. Why it’s great: Share promotional videos, conference presentations and post-meeting videos with your meeting attendees – and the world. Or, you can make your account private and videos accessible only via a link you provide to attendees. Why it’s not: Sharing of information is really one-way there’s no opportunity for discussion, except for the comments section of each video (and this is clumsy at best). Consider using YouTube in conjunction with another tool, such as Facebook, which allows you to post the video on your page and take advantage of all the other features Facebook offers.

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LINKEDIN A work-oriented social networking site, LinkedIn allows members to create profiles and “link” to each other to exchange business info, resumes, offers, look for job opportunities and keep their contacts up-to-date on their current employment details. Why it’s great: LinkedIn allows meeting attendees to network and form professional relationships amongst coworkers and people from outside companies. Skills and specialties are usually listed in profiles, so you may find an expert just when you need one. Why it’s not: LinkedIn isn’t set up to create events and it doesn’t allow for easy conversations amongst groups of people. It’s great for networking, but has limited uses for specific events.

TWITTER Twitter is a message exchange application where users “tweet” information in short messages of 140 characters or less. Users can retweet your messages to their followers and so on. Hashtags (key phrases starting with a # sign) are a powerful way to brand your message and allow people to search out information on your event. Why it’s great: Twitter is an easy way to send out links to further information, like a link to spousal tours available on your website or conference itinerary information. It can create buzz around your event if it’s large or any portions are open to the public (such as a trade show). It lends itself well to back-and-forth communication and conversations. Why it’s not: Unless you protect your tweets, anyone who searches for your username will be able to see the information you post. However, if you lock down your info it will only reach a small audience and that defeats the purpose.This is a tool best used for information you don’t mind making public or are hoping to spread to a wide audience.

INSTAGRAM Instagram allows users to take mobile photos, add artistic filters and then quickly and easily share them with other Instagram users and social networks.The network has been around since 2010, but has exploded in popularity recently – enough so that Facebook purchased Instagram in October 2012 for $1 billion dollars. 14 | Meet Nova Scotia 2013

Why it’s great: With the increase in mobile social media, Instagram makes it easy for guests to visually share their meeting and event experiences with a multitude of social networks at once. If your Instagram account is linked up to multiple networks such as Facebook and Twitter, you can get your photos out to the masses. Why it’s not: If you want strict control over the way your images look, Instagram may not be an ideal choice, as users can easily apply any filter to change the look and feel of a photo. Keep in mind, as well, that easy and widespread photo sharing is ideal if you’re presenting a positive image, but it can be detrimental if it’s an attendee who’s unhappy with something. If you’ve used social media to create advance engagement, consider integrating those same techniques throughout your event. High-speed wireless connections allow attendees to post and tweet activities as they happen and communicate not just with you, but also with each other and their outside peers. Promote following the event’s Twitter or Facebook accounts for event updates, or offer extras for socially-connected participants. Post Instagram photos of your team members hard at work or play (within reason, of course)! For people who can’t attend the event in person, consider setting up a live stream so out-of-towners can follow along. Of course, a social media presence doesn’t have to (and shouldn’t) stop just because an event is over. Utilize your networks to get feedback from attendees, share photos and stories from the event, send out follow-up materials or post videos of presentations and social activities. If you keep the conversation going, you’re more likely to foster lasting relationships between you and your attendees, create continued interest in your content, and allow colleagues to network effectively with each other. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, that’s OK – social media and networking can seem pretty daunting! There are a number of consultants and companies located in Nova Scotia that specialize in creating social media campaigns and helping you get the most out of your online presence. Social media has the potential to be a powerful tool, but it’s only as effective as you make it. Having a clear vision, using the right tools and engaging your audience in meaningful ways can help strengthen brand awareness, provide important networking opportunities and create a valuable information exchange between you and your audience.

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Who’s your

type? The art of choosing a speaker

Meetings and events continue to be an important way to connect, learn and collaborate. Companies and organizations rely on these gatherings to achieve a number of different objectives. Different types of speakers will produce different results. Before booking a speaker, LimeLight Communications Group says it’s important to ensure you fully understand how the type of speaker will fit with your needs and goals. LimeLight Communications Group offers insight into some of the most popular types of speakers: 1) Motivational/Inspirational: Meetings are generally high content and filled with lots of information. Delegates need a little levity or ‘white space’ to help them process what they have learned. A humorous motivational speaker is always well received as laughter makes people feel good and also is a great way to open or close an event. A speaker who has succeeded in life despite a variety of setbacks and challenges, or has accomplished something against great odds is another popular choice.They tell a life story and inspire your audience towards greater goals and accomplishments. 2) Business Management/Leadership: Characteristics of a great leader, trends in management style, ways to recognize and reward employees, and recruitment and employee retention are all hot busi-

ness topics. Rapid fire change, staying competitive and innovation are also very popular.These are just a few things that leaders want to hear about.The ever-morphing demographics of the workplace as more generations enter on the scene continues to play a significant role in business. An emerging focus within some of these topics is mindfulness in the workplace. Research shows that increases in mindfulness are associated with increased creativity, decreased burnouts and fewer on-the-job accidents. 3) Interactive/Team Building: As companies reorganize, right size and respond to ever-changing markets, they need to rebuild or strengthen internal relationships. Interactive team-building programs help accomplish these goals.These speakers provide guidance as participants practice using newly acquired knowledge, understanding and skills, or simply create fun and unique experiences that get participants talking and sharing in a way that is not possible in the office. 4) Adventure/Sports: Whether it is an Olympian or outdoor enthusiast, these speakers’ stories of courage and determination are among the most inspiring. Audiences are on the edge of their seats listening to these incredible people share their triumphs over adversity and how they translate the learning to everyday life. Meet Nova Scotia 2013 | 15

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5) Celebrity: These are well-known personalities from the world of politics, professional sports, popular and successful businesses, the media, and entertainment who speak about their own specialties. Celebrities are usually invited to speak because of their name value.They add clout, interest and glamour to a meeting and are often used to increase attendance and registration at events. Many celebrities have a poignant message as well as being excellent speakers.

Speaker Spotlight Motivational/Inspirational: • Paul Huschilt - Seven Humour Habits for Workplace Wellness • General Rick Hillier - Former Chief of the Defence Staff for Canadian Forces

• Alvin Law - Overcoming Adversity • Terry Kelly - Musician, Athlete & “We Can Do Anything” Champion Business Management/ Leadership: • Mike Lipkin - Researched Persuasion & Personal Alchemy • Cheryl Cran - Leading the Gen Y Generation • Eddie Lemoine - Engagement & Law of Attraction • Barb Fry - Quality Workplace Relationships • Stuart Knight - Art of Powerful Conversations

Paul Huschilt

Interactive/Team Building: • Tyler Hayden - Canada’s Top Team Builder & Livin’ Life Large Expert • Bill Carr - Work Inspired & Talking in Circles • Carol Lesbirel - Author and speaker “Who Says You Can’t!”

Stuart Knight

Adventure/Sports: • Ray Zahab - Ultramarathon Runner & Adventurer • Adam Kreek - Olympic Gold Medalist and Social Entrepreneur • Karen Furneaux - Olympic Sprint Kayaker Celebrity Speakers: • Mark Critch - This Hour Has 22 Minutes • Terry O’Reilly - CBC’s Age of Persuasion • Mary Walsh - This Hour Has 22 Minutes Courtesy of LimeLight Communications Group Kim George 16 | Meet Nova Scotia 2013

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Building team spirit By donalee Moulton

The most effective teambuilding involves shared experiences. It also involves having fun. Both goals can be accomplished in myriad ways in Nova Scotia – none of them mundane.

Teams with a taste for adventure might like the sea-fari, a popular outing for those interested in marine wildlife sightings and time together on both the water and a sprinkle of

islands that dot the local environment. It’s a great trip for teams that want to experience nature – and get an up-close-and-personal glimpse of porpoises, bald eagles and seals.

The members of a team may move to the beat of a different drummer, but The Goatworks African Drums will soon have them performing as one.The Halifax-based company is Atlantic Canada’s premier drum shop and it uses the power and the playfulness of drumming to draw out the inner team in an organization. Participants do just that – participate. This is not about sitting back and listening; it’s about sitting up, learning a new skill and learning about each other. It’s also a hoot. Music is, after all, the universal language. There is no mystery to building a solid team and there is nothing like a mystery to engage and motivate a team.Try geocaching. It’s the 21st century equivalent of the scavenger hunt. It requires brain power, deduction skills and physical know-how. Most of all it requires a stellar team. Stonehame Lodge and Chalets in Scotsburn, Nova Scotia offers organizations the opportunity to transform a GPS into an outdoor excursion that will enhance morale and reduce barriers. Participants can locate a hidden treasure, or “cache,” within a 20-kilometre drive of their accommodations or stay closer to home base. Happy hunting! Nova Scotia is synonymous with the sea and there’s nothing like a day on the water to strengthen the bonds between colleagues. Sea Sun Kayak, located in scenic St. Margaret’s Bay, offers half-day, full-day and overnight teambuilding expeditions. Meet Nova Scotia 2013 | 17

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Members of the team will also take the helm on the return trip trying their own hand at kayak sailing. Teams that like to think big will want to think about whale watching.There is no better way to unite a group than with a once-in-a-lifetime experience.The coast of Nova Scotia is home to finbacks, minke and humpback whales and Atlantic white-

sided dolphins. Mariner Cruises on Brier Island will give you an eyeful – and an earful. (A whale watching cruise will also offer up a birds-eye view of a diversity of feathered friends who call the ocean home.) Participants will spend the day on the Chad and Sisters Two, a 50-foot long Cape Island-style vessel that is a familiar sight to the local wildlife.

After the tour, the team can spend time re-creating the day with photos, narrative and video. Sources To learn more about moving to the beat as one, visit The Goatworks at http://thegoatworks.com/ or call toll free 1-866-454-6970. You can track down Stonehame Lodge and Chalets at www.stonehamechalets.com or by calling 1-877-646-3468 toll free. To learn more about Sea Sun Kayak, paddle on over to www.paddlenovascotia.com/ or call 1-866-775-2925 toll free. Interested in having a whale of a time, visit Mariner Cruises at www.novascotiawhalewatching.ca/ or call their toll-free number 1-800-239-2189.

IS WHERE BUSINESS AND GOLF MEET Glen Arbour Golf Course is a full service 18 hole championship course located 30 minutes from downtown Halifax. For bookings and more information on corporate events please contact Sue Kessler 40 Clubhouse Lane, Hammonds Plains Nova Scotia B4B 1T4 Tel: 902 832 2991 sue@glenarbour.com www.glenarbour.com

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Off The Beaten Path 2013 By Jennifer Smith

Northumberland Shore March to a Different Drum Antigonish Highland Games celebrate 300 years of influential Scottish culture and heritage in Nova Scotia, and 2013 – its 150th year – promises to be bigger and better than ever.This weeklong event packs in ceilidhs, concerts, athletics and highland dancers to the sounds of pipers and drummers. For true Highland flavour, try some of their traditional Scottish fare. From the light-footed dances to the caber toss, the Antigonish Highland Games display true Scottish pride. Antigonish Highland Games July 7-14, 2013 www.antigonishhighlandgames.ca Eastern Shore Make a Memory Step back into the 1940s at Memory Lane Heritage Village in Lake Charlotte. Animators portray the lives and display the skills of local villagers during this important decade, with a new theme represented each day of the week. Rescued local buildings have been restored to their 1940s glory and opened for you to explore, including a one room schoolhouse, general store and the community church.To sample the local fare, try one of the traditional 1940s meals served in the Cookhouse, or arrange for a special Heritage Dinner. Group tours and meeting facilities are available. Memory Lane Heritage Village www.heritagevillage.ca Cape Breton Call on History Most people recognize Alexander Graham Bell as the inventor of the telephone, but few know the true scope of his inventive genius and humanitarian work.The Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site chronicles his work on the Silver Dart airplane (Canada’s first powered flight), the world’s fastest boat, the construction of giant kites

and other experiments in recording technology, medicine, sound transmission, medicine, aeronautics and marine engineering. Overlooking Bell’s summer home, the museum is filled with original artifacts, films and family photo-

graphs, helping guests get to know the man behind the inventions. Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site www.pc.gc.ca/eng/lhn-nhs/ns/ grahambell/index.aspx

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Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley Ice Ice Baby Nova Scotian wines have been slowly and steadily gaining notoriety and worldwide acclaim, and its unique icewines are no exception.The Nova Scotia Icewine Festival sweetly celebrates the making – and drinking – of the province’s award-winning winter-produced wines. With more than 40 events taking place over 10

days, and with some of the province’s best chefs pairing exceptional food with these exemplary wines, this is a festival not to be missed. Nova Scotia Icewine Festival February 2-12, 2013 www.nsicewinefestival.ca/ Halifax Regional Municipality Tiptoe Through the Tall Trees Stroll through 77 hectares of historic forests at Point Pleasant Park, where

nearly 30 km of easy walking trails crisscross the wooded landscape. Once an important part of Halifax’s defense system, a number of early fortifications can be explored, including a round Martello Tower known at the Prince of Wales Tower, and the remains of Fort Ogalvie and several batteries. In the summer, take in a show with Shakespeare by the Sea’s unique take on the Bard’s works and other classics. Point Pleasant Park http://www.pointpleasantpark.ca South Shore Artists at Work Part of the Economuseum network, at Amos Pewter artisans practice traditional skills and modern methods of creating crafted pewter pieces, which include creating moulds, casting, spinning and adding the unique Amos Pewter touch marks.The workshop is designed so guests can interact with the artisans and interpretive plaques walk you through each step of the process; guided group tours are also available.The gift shop offers a chance to take home one of these memorable pieces. Amos Pewter http://www.amospewter.com/ Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Light the Way The Cape Forchu Lightstation has been guiding sailors in Yarmouth Harbour since 1940 and is surrounded by 19 acres of wellgroomed grounds on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean. Home to the first “apple core” style lighthouse, you can visit the Lightkeeper’s house, which houses an interpretive and information centre detailing the history of the original light, the construction of today’s light and the stories of the lightkeepers who ensured the safety of marine travelers.The Mug Up Tea Room, which overlooks Yarmouth Harbour and the Atlantic Ocean and two unique gift shops are also on site. Cape Forchu Lightstation www.capeforchulight.com

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In 2010, National Geographic Travel Magazine rated the South Shore of Nova Scotia one of the world’s top 10 coastal destinations, stating that “with its lighthouse-studded peninsulas and cozy harbor side villages, Nova Scotia’s foggy South Shore conforms to the quintessential image of Atlantic Canada”. The South Shore offers visitors beautiful ocean vistas, pristine silver-sand beaches, exceptional bird-watching, historical lighthouses and seaport towns such as Shelburne and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Old Town Lunenburg.The South Shore is also home to the most photographed lighthouse in Canada at Peggy’s Cove. In this region, you will find some of the best golf courses, world-renowned fine dining, engaging live theatre and music. Explore the Southwest Nova Biosphere Reserve, over 1.5 million hectares of diverse landscapes bordered by the sea, where unique outdoor and cultural experiences await. Browse art galleries and crafters’ studios or stop by one of the ECONOMusees in the region and experience first-hand how these products are made from start to finish. Outdoor enthusiasts can learn to surf at White Point or hike at Kejimkujik National Park Seaside. History buffs can learn about the largest free black settlement in North America at Birchtown. For a truly authentic Nova Scotia experience, several South Shore facilities can accommodate small or large meetings year round making it an ideal destination to get away from the everyday. Our facilities offer magnificent ocean views, the latest technology, team-building experiences and warm hospitality.

Don’t Miss... Old Town Lunenburg

Stroll the narrow streets, which follow the town’s original town plan of 1753. The extraordinary level of

preservation led to the designation of a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995.

Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse

Most photographed lighthouse in Canada, this iconic white and red beacon is a must for every visitor’s photo album.

Kejimkujik National Park Seaside

Photographers will enjoy the superb ocean views, rugged headlands and coastal dune systems where the Piping Plover nests.

Bluenose II Newly Relaunched

Nova Scotia’s proud Sailing Ambassador depicted on the Canadian dime is restored and ready to welcome visitors.

Black Loyalist Heritage Site

This site commemorates the largest free Black settlement in North America dating back to 1783.

For more information on Meetings & Conventions Destination Southwest Nova Scotia Lunenburg, NS B0J 2C0 Toll Free: 1-877-552-4040 info@destinationsouthwestnova.com www.destinationsouthwestnova.com For more information on the South Shore, visit www.novascotia.com Meet Nova Scotia 2013 | 21

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Guided exploration of the Southwest Nova Biosphere Reserve (Photo by: Hinterland Adventures & Gear)

Meeting A Trio of

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The world’s highest tides regularly sculpt new landscapes as they move in and out along the Bay of Fundy and Annapolis Valley shorelines.The Atlantic Ocean continues this rhythmic artistry along the South Shore and Yarmouth and Acadian Shores, carving an intricate lacework of coves and inlets.

“The Southwest Nova Biosphere Reserve, the Town of Lunenburg and the Landscape of Grand Pré offer a range of special experiences that guarantee a unique event. Pair these experiences with well-appointed meeting and event facilities offering top-notch service to form the perfect combination.”

Here in Southwest Nova Scotia the ocean reigns supreme, forging the daily pattern of people’s lives and their rich heritage.Three remarkable places, two recognized internationally as UNESCO World Heritage Sites and one designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, form extraordinary backdrops for unforgettable events. Jeanette Joudrey, executive director of Destination Southwest Nova Association, proudly says,

The UNESCO Southwest Nova Biosphere Reserve is a place like no other, with picturesque coastal and inland terrains and all manner of protected wildlife and cultural treasures.This internationally recognized reserve protects a spectacular expanse of more than 1.5 million hectares. A fascinating collection of unique, hands-on activities are available to fire the imagination and provide engaging learning opportunities for groups and

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individuals. Each adventure is led by dedicated and skilled locals who offer an authentic biosphere experience. Perhaps it’s kayaking in St. Mary’s Bay or on the Sissiboo, a tidal river where the only onlookers are bald eagles soaring overhead and sea birds diving into the waves. As paddlers follow different native canoe routes, guides recount stories of the area’s diverse geography and colourful history. Or maybe it’s dulsing at low tide along the shores of the Bay of Fundy where participants practise the timehonoured tradition of harvesting, cleaning and drying this edible sea plant before preparing a tasty feast of dulse biscuits, fried dulse and tomato sandwiches accompanied by steaming cups of dulse tea.

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Or perhaps it’s a forest food walk through an ancient Acadian Forest ecosystem where the group forages for edible bounty such as wild chanterelle and black trumpet mushrooms, berries, Indian cucumber root and elderberry blossoms, and then uses them to create innovative dishes. For a rare cultural find, travel to the Biosphere’s heart in Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site to discover the lakeside site where petroglyphs – Mi’kmaw engravings on polished slate – have left important clues about Nova Scotia’s first people and their sustainable relationship between human habitation and the natural environment. For those looking for some French flair, the Landscape of Grand Pré is Southwest Nova’s newest UNESCO World Heritage Site in the picturesque Annapolis Valley. Acres of immaculately tended farms pay homage to the dyke

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system first built by 17th century Acadian settlers on land reclaimed from the sea.This landscape is a tribute to these settlers who were expelled from their homes by British troops during the Deportation and later immortalized by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem Evangeline.Today this landscape is bordered by prolific vineyards producing award-winning wines, including a new appellation called Tidal Bay, a crisp white wine pressed from grapes that flourish in this special microclimate. Group winery tours and tastings provide the delicious opportunity to combine a fascinating cultural and culinary experience. In the Town of Lunenburg, this UNESCO World Heritage Site weaves its own special spell, taking visitors back in time to the 18th and 19th centuries when this fishing port bristled with tall ships. Vividly coloured historic homes line streets

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banked sharply up from the harbour, which is home to Bluenose II, Nova Scotia’s famous sailing ambassador. Group tours will take people on foot or via horse-drawn carriage throughout the town where visitors can chat with local residents, taste some Lunenburg pudding and hear some tall seafaring tales. Plan to stop by the blacksmith’s shop, now a micro distillery, where your group can sample some fine spirits. To discover more about any of these experiences and how you can plan a successful event at any one of the eight well-appointed meeting and event facilities conveniently located within easy reach of the Biosphere, landscape of Grand Pré and the Town of Lunenburg, visit www.destinationsouthwestnova.com Courtesy of Destination Southwest Nova Scotia Association

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Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Yarmouth & Acadian Shores is a premier meetings and conventions destination, with a combination of state-of-the-art facilities and small town hospitality.

Acadian exhibitions, art gallery and cultural programming.

Cape Forchu Lightstation

Yarmouth & Acadian Shores is a mix of two distinct cultures, English and Acadian, and unspoiled natural beauty. The region is also home to the largest fishing industry in Atlantic Canada, allowing your delegates to experience seafood at its best.

Cape Forchu is Nova Scotia’s only intact lightstation open to the public, offering the most stunning 360 degree views. The picturesque heritage site includes a museum, gift shop and Tea Room in the lightkeeper’s original home.

Throughout Yarmouth & Acadian Shores there are many unique venues. They allow you the choice of a large convention facility or a small intimate setting; delegates will want to get engaged, do business and learn.

Le Village historique Acadien

Delegates and meetings planners often find Yarmouth & Acadian Shores the best destination because there are few distractions to take away from the meeting or convention experience. Instead we provide fun, interactive and engaging experiences that take the whole event to another level providing greater value for all those in attendance. When you come to Yarmouth & Acadian Shores for your meeting or convention; you will never want to leave because of the Experience Shaped by the Sea.

Don’t Miss... Rendezvous de la Baie

Learn about Acadian culture in this new interpretive and cultural centre, located on the campus of Universite Saint-Anne, which includes visitors information centre,

In this early authentic 1900’s Acadian village overlooking Pubnico Harbour, experience a language, culture and way of life that has thrived along this shore for more than 350 years.

Sea Captains Home

There are over 200 Victorian sea captains’ and merchants’ homes within the town of Yarmouth. Yarmouth sea captains; would sail the world and bring back a wealth of ideas that can be seen in the architectural styles and gardens. A walking tour is available to discover these homes. For more information on Meetings & Conventions Yarmouth and Acadian Shores Tourism Association 932 Route # 1, P.O. Box 198 Hebron, NS B0W 1X0 1-902-742-8130 info@meetingsyas.com www.meetingsyas.com Meet Nova Scotia 2013 | 27

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Halifax Regional Municipality The best living history in Canada, year-round festivals & events, fresh seafood and innovative cuisine combine with first-rate facilities and a mix of world-class amenities and small-town charm to make Halifax, an unforgettable meeting and convention destination. Halifax offers a host of unique venues, historic attractions and entertainment options, all within the safe, walkable downtown core. Imagine your guests being escorted by bagpipers into an authentic waterfront warehouse overlooking Halifax Harbour where fresh hot lobsters await. Or sipping cocktails while they mingle aboard or amongst authentic Nova Scotia vessels in the Small Craft Gallery at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. Situated on the second largest natural harbour in the world, Halifax is a vibrant, eclectic city; rich in culture and history. With direct air access from major Canadian, US and international destinations and easily accessible amenities once you arrive, Halifax is an ideal choice for meetings and conventions. Meeting planners can look forward to the development of the Nova Centre in downtown Halifax, which will include a new convention centre and luxury hotel. Construction is set to begin in Spring 2013 with an anticipation completion date of December 2015. Download the free Visit Halifax Mobile App, the Mobile Concierge for Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Don’t Miss... Halifax Harbour – the heart of the city

Life in Halifax revolves around the sea. Museums, shops, restaurants, galleries and a casino line the waterfront boardwalk where events and festivals keep things lively year-round. Explore the harbour on foot along the 4 km Harbourwalk or by sea, taking a cruise aboard a Tall Ship. 28 | Meet Nova Scotia 2013

Delicious, locally-inspired cuisine & wine

Locally-inspired menus, expert chefs and award-winning Nova Scotian wines have given Halifax a growing reputation as a culinary destination. Check out the oldest continuously-running farmer’s market in North America (now housed in a new state-of-the-art ‘green’ building on the Halifax waterfront), then treat yourself to some of the freshest seafood available, Halifax is a delight for your taste buds.

An entertainment scene with buzz

From comedy clubs to pubs playing traditional Maritime music, to major festivals like the Halifax Jazz Festival and the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo, Halifax entertainment delivers on lively options year-round.

Outdoor adventures of all kinds

Halifax offers outdoor activities to suit everyone – sea kayaking, rock climbing, hiking, sailing, tidal bore rafting and golf, just to name a few. Whether your delegates are looking for pristine beaches to stroll along or crashing waves to ride, part of Halifax’s appeal is how close it is to nature. Pre and post trip options are plentiful.

A history of arts & culture

Home to one of the oldest Art colleges in North America, Halifax’s arts and culture scene is rich and alive. Halifax has got the scene covered boasting a wide range of art galleries, live theatre, and cultural Halifax festivals, including the International Busker Festival and the Atlantic Film Festival. For more information on Meetings & Conventions Destination Halifax 1800 Argyle Street, Suite 802 Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3N8 Tel: (902) 422-9334, Fax: (902) 492-3175 Toll Free: 1-877-422-9334 www.destinationhalifax.com For more information about Halifax, visit www.novascotia.com

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How the other half By donalee Moulton

lives it up

The delights of visiting a new place or revisiting a favourite destination are doubled when a companion comes along.Today it’s commonplace for conferences to include a spouse or partner program. So while one person is taking in new information, their partner can be taking in the sights. The difficulty will not be in deciding what to do, but in whittling the list down to those things that can be done in the time available. Nova Scotia boasts something for everyone: the outdoor enthusiast, the art aficionado, the architecture buff, the super shopper. Activities can be done as a group or offered individually.They can take the morning, the day or dip into the wee hours of the night.

Here are a few ideas to whet the imagination. Take a drive outside the city limits Halifax is located within a 20-minute drive of many popular sights and attractions. Perhaps the most famous is Peggy’s Cove, recognized around the world by the historic red and white lighthouse that once warned sailors of rocky dangers ahead and now welcomes visitors to explore the town, the trails and the tempting aromas that emanate from numerous eateries (www.peggyscovearea.com). Peggy’s Cove Village is picture postcard perfect – but it is no fantasy.This is a

working fishing village as your group will discover on the many storyboards sprinkled throughout the community. While lobster fishermen repair traps and sailors dock at the local wharf, visitors can browse the many boutiques, breathe in the ocean air from their seat on the deck at Beales’ Baliwick and chow down on homemade chowder at the Sou’Wester Restaurant. For guests with more gusto, there is the Peggy’s Cove Preservation Area, a thousand acres carved by glaciers millennia ago.

Take a different kind of drive A day on the links is a day of pure pleasure for many guests. Nova Scotia is glad to oblige.There are courses scattered across the province. Some will test the skills of the serious golfer; others are more targeted to novices. Some will inspire both. For a classic golf experience, head to the Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa (www.digbypines.ca/activities/ golf/).The resort traces its roots back to the late 1920s; golfers trace 18 holes through an evergreen forest.The course itself is circular, which means there is often a prevailing wind no matter where the ball lies. For those who prefer body scrubs to birdies, Digby Pines has a 2,500-square-foot (232 square metres) spa. Hugging the rugged coastline of the scenic Marine Drive is Osprey Shores Golf Resort (ospreyshoresresort.com). The atmosphere is relaxed, the ocean is within eyesight Meet Nova Scotia 2013 | 29

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and there are 60 acres (24 hectares) to try and capture the elusive hole in one. Nearby is the community of Guysborough, an historic seaside village that traces its roots back 100 years before Columbus sailed.Today that history unfolds at the Old Court House Museum.

Take a test-yourself drive Many guests like to unwind by doing something physical.There is lots to tempt – and test – the athletically inclined. Ocean lovers may want to go sea kayaking in East Dover or shark fishing in Lunenburg Bay.There

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are dozens of places to take a dip. Queensland Provincial Beach Park (www.nsls.ns.ca/queensland-beach), one of 19 supervised beaches in the province, is a favorite of locals.The 500-metre long park (555 yards) includes a winding sandy beach ideal for catching a few rays post-swim or a group sandcastle competition. For something authentically Nova Scotian – and unique – bundle up the group and take ‘em tidal bore rafting on the Shubenacadie River. The tidal bore, the result of the world’s highest tides trying to surge into a narrower inlet, brings with it waves up to 16 feet (five metres) in height. However, outdoor activities aren’t just for summer enthusiasts. Nova Scotia is also a winter wonderland for those looking for outdoor adventure. Guests can lace up their skates at the Emera Oval on the Halifax Commons, hitch their wagon to a sleigh ride at Hatfield Farms, or – for those truly bold – suit up and hit the waves for a brisk winter surf at Lawrencetown Beach.

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Whatever guests crave, Nova Scotia prides itself on being able to satisfy. When the day is done and the group is looking to sit back, enjoy the sights, and savour their time here, tempt their taste buds with a night out on the town. Neptune Theatre, in the heart of the city, will make guests laugh and cry with professional performances of new and noted productions. Before the curtain rises, treat the group to the oyster bar at The Five Fishermen Restaurant & Grill (www.fivefishermen.com) or wait until the curtain comes down and indulge in the Sinful Bliss Martini at the Bitter End (www.bitterend.ca).

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Northumberland & Eastern Shores With some of the most charming seacoast communities, Eastern and Northumberland Shores are home to the finest sights, sounds, scents, experiences and culinary delights that Nova Scotia has to offer.Tantalize your taste buds with a feast of the world’s finest seafood; treat your ears to the sweet sounds of folk and Maritime music; see our magnificent seacoast vistas; savor the restorative powers of the salt sea air at any of our many public beaches; or enjoy the warmth of the friendly handshakes and hearty hellos that welcome you wherever you go. Exceptional golf courses in picturesque settings also await you here, offering inspiring golfing experiences for every level of golfer.Whatever you choose, your senses will appreciate the enjoyable experiences you’ll encounter.

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Sherbrooke Village

Step back into time to the boom years between 1860 and World War 1, when shipbuilding, lumbering and gold mining dominated the local economy. Visit the general store, photography studio and doctor’s office at this vibrant living history museum.

Clam Harbour Sandcastle Contest

Experience our Great Taste

Seafood, in all its guises, is fresh and plentiful along the Eastern Shore. Enjoy a crisp fish and chips with the family, crack open a glistening red lobster tail, or steam a pound of tender mussels in beer for supper. Other local culinary delights include wild blueberries, maple and the fine wines found at Jost Vineyards in Malagash.

The oldest and largest Highland Games in North America held in mid July. Watch teams of the world’s best heavy events athletes compete for national pride.Take in the dancing, a military tattoo, parades, concerts and ceilidhs.

Hector Heritage Quay

Hector Heritage Quay, located on the scenic Pictou waterfront, offers visitors a unique glimpse into the journey of early Scottish settlers to Nova Scotia and their life in the new world. This award-winning attraction includes a full-scale reproduction of the tall ship Hector, which brought the first wave of Scottish immigrants to Nova Scotia in 1773.

Central Nova Tourism Association 65 Treaty Trail Millbrook, NS, B6L 1W3 Toll Free: 1-800-895-1177 Tel: (902) 893-8782 Fax: (902) 893-2269 info@centralnovascotia.com www.centralnovascotia.com Destination Eastern and Northumberland Shores Northumberland Shore Office 980 East River Road New Glasgow, NS, B2H 3S8 Tel: (902) 752-6383

Eastern Shore Office 7947B Highway 7 General Delivery Musquodoboit Harbour, NS B0J 2L0 Tel. (902) 889-2362 www.visitdeans.ca For more information on Northumberland Shore and Eastern Shore, visit www.novascotia.com

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Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley Home to the Bay of Fundy and World’s Highest & Lowest tides….

Take a walk 30 feet below sea level at low tide or glimpse a great leviathan just a few feet away on a whale-watching tour! Enjoy the newly designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, Landscape of Grand Pré, agricultural heartland of the Annapolis Valley where your senses come to life with every bite of locally grown fruit and produce. We welcome you to enjoy the Southwest Nova Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO designated area where groups can enjoy a range of unique cultural and natural experiences including dulsing, kayaking tidal rivers and discovering Mi’kmaq petroglyphs. Nova Scotia’s only Zoo and Amusement Park, extreme back country camping and world renowned Digby scallops and clams. Digby Neck & Islands is an oasis of marine habitat for several species of whales and offers some of the best birding in Eastern Canada. You’ll understand the lure of the region as you tour charming towns and explore overflowing farm markets and the incomparable scenery. Enjoy lobster on the wharf in Halls Harbour, while overlooking the world-renowned Bay of Fundy, or stop by one of the many vineyards along this region and sample award winning wines, also known as Nova Scotia’s Wine Country. Immerse yourself in our history and culture when you overlook the Cliffs of a UNESCO World Heritage site at the Joggins Fossil Centre or surround yourself with Mi’kmaq heritage at the Glooscap Heritage Centre. The Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley is home to meeting and convention locations, from modern day accommodations to facilities that can transport you back in time to world class elegance with modern day amenities.The facilities offer breathtaking views, the latest technology, team-building experiences and warm hospitality.

Experience a Natural Wonder

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Wine Country

The Annapolis Valley is Canada’s Napa of the North, has eleven wineries producing a selection of award-winning wines including the new appellation Tidal Bay, a crisp, fullbodied wine with a unique and distinctive character, an ideal compliment for Nova Scotia’s outstanding seafood.

Landscape of Grand Pré UNESCO World Heritage Site

This living agricultural landscape, claimed from the sea in the 17th century by Acadian settlers, is a testament to traditional farming techniques still used today. At its centre, Grand-Pré National Historic Site tells the dramatic story of the Deportation of the Acadians immortalized by Longfellow’s epic poem Evangeline: A Tale of Acadie.

Tidally Awesome River Rafting

The only place in the world to experience tidal river rafting – Extreme team building or one-of-a-kind pre or post meeting adventure!

Mi’kmaq Cultural Experiences with the Glooscap Heritage Centre

Drumming, dancing, hands-on crafts, and storytelling to leave your groups spellbound! For more information on Meetings & Conventions Destination Southwest Nova Association Box 1390 Lunenburg, NS B0J 2C0 Toll Free: 1-877-552-4040 info@destinationsouthwestnova.com www.destinationsouthwestnova.com Central Nova Tourism Association 65 Treaty Trail, Millbrook, NS, B6L 1W3 Toll Free: 1-800-895-1177 Tel: (902) 893-8782, Fax: (902) 893-2269 info@centralnovascotia.com www.centralnovascotia.com For more information on the Fundy Shore and Annapolis Valley, visit www.novascotia.com

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A Legendary Meeting Place ceiling exhibit gallery, a 100-seat theatre, a 10-seat boardroom with kitchenette and the spacious and newly renovated Annex building next door. All spaces feature modern A/V equipment with catering services available. Neighboring amenities include: Super 8 Motel; Saltscapes Restaurant and General Store, three fast food options, as well as gas and convenience. For more information or bookings call (902) 842-3493 or visit www.glooscapheritagecentre.ca

No excuses for getting lost on your way to this meeting location! You can’t miss the giant 40-foot statue of the legendary Glooscap off Nova Scotia’s main artery (Highway 102) at the Truro Power Centre.The statue overlooks the Glooscap Heritage Centre and Mi’kmaw Museum. In addition to being a year-round tourism attraction, meetings and

conventions have become a significant part of the Centre’s business. “We’re centrally located with unique space and facilities, and because we’re a Mi’kmaw heritage centre we’re able to offer a taste of history and culture to interested groups as well,” says Kathy Fisher, who oversees facility bookings at the Centre. The Centre has a variety of spaces to choose from, including the vaulted Meet Nova Scotia 2013 | 33

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At Holiday Inn Sydney-Waterfront, we understand that it is our job to make a meeting productive and a special event memorable. We also know that these gatherings should be unique and, most of all, stress-free. With Holiday Inn Sydney-Waterfront Trusted Advisors, you can count on us to deliver, because our team of experts is committed to your success Holiday Inn Sydney-Waterfront

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Situated on the SYDNEY waterfront, the Joan Harriss Pavilion is within walking distance of Sydney hotels, restaurants, shopping centres and boutiques. This versatile facility can accommodate over 1600 seated in various layouts – concert, convention, trade show or wedding – and its unique features are sure to make your event memorable.

74 Esplanade, Sydney, Nova Scotia For booking information, please contact: Tel: 902-564-0800 • Email: info@sydneyport.ca www.portofsydney.ca

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Cape Breton Island Cape Breton Island offers beautiful conference facilities featuring an abundance of activities, including lively Celtic entertainment and an Island that is perfect for exploring.

The service and hospitality is second to none and the awe inspiring surroundings are breath-taking. Cape Breton Island not only has the ideal location to get the ideas flowing, the conference facilities have all of the latest technology and business services to get the job done. If that is not enough to get your attention what about the fact that the team building opportunities are endless, from golfing the fabulous courses to hiking some of the best trails in the country and sailing on the Bras d’Or Lakes – this would be a conference event your delegates would not soon forget.

Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site – History comes alive!

Relive the glory days of New France in 1744 at the largest historical reconstruction in North America. Plan to spend a day on the animated streets of the fortress, visiting the townsfolk in their homes and soldiers at local pubs as they talk about their war with the British. Don’t let on that you know about the battle’s outcome the fortress will fall!

Hiking Cape Breton Highlands National Park

The Cape Breton Highlands National Park has many trails, ranging form short family walks to spectacular hiking expeditions.There are dozens more within and around the communities, the famed Cape Breton Highlands hike is the Skyline Trail, hike with others or join a ranger for a guided hike. For more hikes head to beaches, waterfalls, scenic plateaus, and historic sites.

The Cabot Trail – Cape Breton Islands Natural Wonder

If you haven’t already heard about it, or planned your next trip around it, you are in for quite a surprise! The Cabot Trail is a wonder of nature that you won’t want to miss! This drive along the Cabot Trail is definitely a travellers dream with twisting turns to scenic look offs high above the Atlantic ocean, this can only be described a piece of heaven. 36 | Meet Nova Scotia 2013

Golfing

Ranked in Golf Digest’s Top 30 golfing destinations in the world, Cape Breton Island is a dream for any “fairway fanatic.” Led by Highlands Links, Bell Bay, Le Portage, Dundee, and our Newest addition—The Lakes at Ben Eion—our courses are both challenging and breathtaking.

Where Music Is Born Cape Breton Island – The Celtic Heart of North America The Celtic Heart of North America represents the amazing Celtic and Gaelic cultural experience on Cape Breton Island. We celebrate and share the only living Celtic culture in North America. Whether it‘s dancing to lively fiddle tunes, learning a Gaelic milling song or tracing your roots, we’d love to share our Celtic culture with you. And you just might find it has the key to unlock your Celtic heart.

Rare Beauty The Los Angeles Times wrote, on Aug. 23, 1936, that “in Cape Breton Island, ‘down where the East begins,’ the visitor is enthralled by the unspoiled beauty that greets him everywhere. Rugged shorelines of sheer grandeur. Glens that match those of old Scotland.Valleys of remarkable beauty.” More recently, Travel + Leisure magazine named Cape Breton the best island to visit in the continental United States and Canada in the 2009 World’s Best Awards readers’ survey.

For more information on Meetings & Conventions Destination Cape Breton P.O. Box 1448, Sydney, NS, B1P 6R7 Tel: (902) 563-4636, Fax: (902) 564-5422 dcb@dcba.ca www.cbisland.com For more information on Cape Breton Island, visit www.novascotia.com

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Dig in! By donalee Moulton

Whatever your taste, Nova Scotia has a signature dish, special restaurant and exceptional ingredient to whet your appetite.

John’s Lunch in Dartmouth.This small eatery serves up big flavour.Treat yourself to the seafood platter – overflowing with clams, scallops, shrimp and haddock.

The East Coast of Canada is synonymous with seafood and fish lovers will want to indulge. An easy – and scrumptious – way to do that is with a bowl of homemade seafood chowder.The award for the 2012 Best Seafood Chowder in Nova Scotia went to Green Lane Farm and the winning recipe is served up daily at Murphy’s Restaurant in downtown Halifax.

Meat lovers think barbecue. In Halifax, two eateries will tempt your taste buds: the Q Smokehouse and Southern Barbecue, and Boneheads BBQ.

The Sou’Wester Restaurant in Peggy’s Cove is also “world famous” for its chowder – and its vista. A specialty, the creamy bisque is authentic Maritime style filled full with haddock and lobster. In rustic Neil’s Harbour, a small fishing village in northern Cape Breton, you’ll find a local restaurant aptly named the Chowder House.‘Nuf said. For fish and chips that melt in your mouth, head to Lane’s Privateer Inn in Liverpool, roughly two hours from Halifax. Lane’s has been serving fresh, locally sourced foods for almost 50 years. In fact, fishermen visit the kitchen several times a week to ensure the seafood is always right off the boat and always authentically Nova Scotian. A perennial favorite in the pub and on the patio is the fresh local haddock dipped in a light, crispy batter and served with hand-cut fries. Fish’n’chips, as the locals love them, can be found at

The Q serves up authentic southern-style barbecue; the pork and beef ribs simmer for hours until the smoky flavour permeates every bite and the meat falls from the bone. For hungry groups (up to 16 people), reserve the 200-year old communal table and put in your order for a whole suckling pig, goat or lamb; a half-saddle of beef; or a hickory-smoked turkey. All that’s required is 48 hours notice and an appetite. Boneheads, which has been featured on the Food Network, prides itself on “kickin’ southern smokehouse.”The menu features pulled pork, beef brisket, shredded barbecue chicken and southside links all served up with cornbread, coleslaw and two sides of your choice. Local foods are getting lots of attention lately – and with good reason.You support farmers, fishermen and others from the area while giving yourself a meal to remember. Local, including organic, is at the heart of the Brooklyn Warehouse in the capital city’s west end.The menu serves up beef from Getaway Farm, bacon from Oulton’s and That Dutchman Dragon’s blue cheese – all down-home delicious. Meet Nova Scotia 2013 | 37

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The 100-acre Chanterelle Country Inn and Cottages off the famous Cabot Trail offers visitors an unparalleled view – and a menu that boasts the best of the region. Among recent selections are Cape Breton lamb and feta pierogies with sage

brown butter, and potato gnocchi in a tomato-basil sauce and sprinkled with P.E.I. asiago. In Nova Scotia, no meal is complete without a little something sweet. For desserts to die for, head to The

7100 sq. ft. of unique Corporate Convention Space Catering to groups of 10 to 400 people, Old Orchard Inn & Spa offers the most complete conference options in a unique setting, close enough to be convenient, far enough to be productive. Contact one of our Event Planners today at 1-800-561-8090.

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Middle Spoon Desserterie and Bar where peanut butter pie, a poached pear almond tart and the shortcake of the season wait to tempt you. All the desserts are made fresh daily, from scratch.There’s also a sundae bar for ice cream lovers. Kate’s Sweet Indulgence Catering and Café, located in the heart of Old Town Lunenburg (a National Historic Site), started with one woman (that would be Kate), one oven, one refrigerator and one basket of Nova Scotia blueberry muffins.Today, there are a baker’s dozen working their wizardry at numerous appliances. Everything is homemade using as many locally sourced, organic ingredients as possible. From this comes a fabulous selection of delicious cheesecakes, pies, cookies, squares, fruit tarts, coffee cakes, sweet breads, muffins, scones, cinnamon buns and more.

Nova Scotia is the blueberry capital of the world, so no trip is complete without a taste of something truly blue. A stop to Between the Bushes Restaurant will satisfy your craving. Nestled in the scenic Annapolis Valley, the eatery is surrounded by acres of high-bush blueberries.That means desserts (including a rich, creamy custard infused with the nutrient rich berry) that will turn your tongue the colour of the sea and put a smile on your face. Aficionados can take their own berries with them; there is also 14-acre u-pick surrounding the restaurant. Blueberry grunt, anyone?

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Shop ‘til you drop By donalee Moulton

No matter what you want by way of a memento, souvenir or gift for someone special back home, Nova Scotia has the shopping destination that’s just right for you. Bargain hunters will want to head to Yarmouth, at the southern tip of the province, and home to the greatest concentration of secondhand clothing shops in Nova Scotia. Guy’s Frenchy’s is perhaps the most well known. Start with the chain’s signature store, located across from the Yarmouth airport.The red and white building looks ordinary from the outside, but inside are extraordinary savings on men’s, women’s and children’s apparel. Clothes are often samples and unworn.

gives you an up-close-and-personal look at art in the making and a chance to take home something uniquely Nova Scotian: pewter coffee scoops, collectible ornaments, bookmarks and much more. Also uniquely Nova Scotian are maple sugar products from Acadian Maple in Upper Tantallon, 20 minutes south of Halifax on highway 103.The retail store serves up different grades of pure maple syrup (light, medium, amber and dark) and the sample counter lets you put them to the taste test.

If you have lots of energy left, there’s another Frenchy’s in town, or you can make a day of it. A string of vintage and used clothing shops dot the south shore from Port Maitland to Shelburne to Bridgewater.

However, this is about much more than syrup.There are maple cookies, Cumberland County Maple Coffee and peppered chipotle maple sugar, to name a few of the maple-infused items in stock.You can enjoy a cuppa java and some free fudge while you relax in the Presentation Room and watch a sappy video or have your own personal presentation.

You can also spend several delightful hours browsing in Mahone Bay, about an hour’s drive from Halifax. Main Street and the surrounding avenues are chock-a-block with antique stores, clothing boutiques and gift shops. Perhaps the most famous is The Teazer, a converted home that now offers up everything from jewellery to home décor to Tilley Hats. Also in town you’ll find Amos Pewter, a working studio, that

Halifax holds the promise of unlimited and distinctive shopping excursions. If you’re looking to uncover the city’s hidden delights, head downtown. On Argyle Street, drop by Drala for one-of-a-kind gifts that reflect the contemplative lifestyle. Asian-inspired home décor and gift items share space with books and cards depicting Sable Island, a protected island off Nova Scotia that’s home to its own breed

of horse and thousands of seals.The inventory is constantly changing, so you’ll never know what you’ll discover. Leather-bound journals, paper lanterns and Japanese chopsticks in matching carrying cases (with whimsical dragonflies, cranes and floral motifs) are among recent finds.

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On Barrington Street two minutes away is Fireworks Gallery – and jewellery to transfix you. A team of resident goldsmiths have been creating custom designs for more than 30 years. Whether it’s a classic piece you’re looking for or something more avant garde, you’ll need to look no further. Moving south you’ll hit Historic Properties where you’ll be transported back in time to the Age of Sail, when merchant ships, privateers and naval vessels dropped anchor in Halifax Harbour. However, the shopping experience is thoroughly modern.Take, for example, the Carrefour Atlantic Emporium and the Puffin Gallery, where the art is as individual as your taste. Folk art sculptures sit below oil paintings and next to ceramic mushrooms.

Across the harbour is Dartmouth Crossing, a prime destination for the serious shopper. (Those less serious can unwind with a latte at one of the many restaurants and coffee shops.) Meander the streets of The Village Shops for everything from athletic wear to books to electronics. Ecko Unltd, Henry’s Camera’s, Roots 73 and Petcetera sit cheek by jowl.The welcome mat is out. Across the causeway lies Cape Breton and Cheticamp Hooked Rugs, a cooperative established to ensure the survival of the rug hooking industry.That it has. In the retail shop, you’ll find handmade rugs, original hooked wall-hangings, doilies, coasters and more. Many of the hooked rugs feature the traditional pastel colours and shaded

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flowers, bordered with green leaves. Growing in popularity, though, are those sporting scenes and portraits. Step up and see for yourself. For those who would like to try their hand at the craft, rug hooking kits are available for purchase. Nearby is Flora’s Gift & Craft Shop, which according to Chatelaine magazine is the best craft shop in Cape Breton. Chances are you’ll walk out with a handmade knit sweater or a piece of hand-thrown pottery – or more. The only question, of course, is how to get everything to fit into a suitcase.

Glengarry Hotel 150 Willow Street Truro, Nova Scotia

The BEST WESTERN PLUS Glengarry Hotel is proud to offer over 12,000 square feet of space, which includes a luxuriously appointed boardroom.

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The Truro Trade and Convention Center is the ideal place for your private or business function, from a quiet family celebration to an extravagant wedding party, a corporate team meeting or major sales convention to a full scale industry trade show.

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We've even added three two-room executive suites, each with a private deck, fireplace, king size bed and whirlpool for your enjoyment. Contact Carl or Renee in our sales office to discuss how we can create an experience just for you. Voted Best Hotel in Colchester County for 2010, 2011, 2012.

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Supplier Marketplace Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley Accommodations with M & C Facilities Best Western Plus Glengarry Truro Trade & Convention Centre Exit 13 off Hwy 102; 150 Willow St. Truro, NS B2N 4Z6 Toll Free: 1-800-567-4276 Tel: (902) 893-4311 Fax: (902) 893-1759 Email: reservations@bwglengarry.com www.bwglengarry.com Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa 103 Shore Rd. Digby, NS B0V 1A0 Toll Free: 1-800-667-4637 Tel: (902) 245-7718 Fax: (902) 245-7706 Email: lweir@digbypines.ca www.digbypines.ca Old Orchard Inn Exit 11, Hwy 101, R R # 2; 153 Greenwich Rd. South Wolfville, NS B4P 2R2 Toll Free: 1-800-561-8090 Tel: (902) 542-5751 Fax: (902) 542-2276 Email: info@oldorchardinn.ns.ca www.oldorchardinn.com Activities & Attractions Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa 103 Shore Rd. Digby, NS B0V 1A0 Toll Free: 1-800-667-4637 Tel: (902) 245-7718 URL: (902) 245-7706 Email: lweir@digbypines.ca www.digbypines.ca

Meeting & Convention Facilities Glooscap Heritage Centre & Mi’kmaw Museum 65 Treaty Trail Millbrook, NS B6L 1W3 Toll Free: 1-800-895-1177 Tel: (902) 843-3493 Fax: (902) 893-2269 Email: info@glooscapheritagecenter.com www.glooscapheritagecentre.com Restaurants Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa 103 Shore Rd. Digby, NS B0V 1A0 Toll Free: 1-800-667-4637 Tel: (902) 245-7718 Fax: (902) 245-7706 Email: lweir@digbypines.ca URL: www.digbypines.ca Retail/Specialty Shopping Glooscap Heritage Centre & Mi’kmaw Museum 65 Treaty Trail Millbrook, NS B6L 1W3 Toll Free: 1-800-895-1177 Tel: (902) 843-3493 Fax: (902) 893-2269 Email: info@glooscapheritagecenter.com www.glooscapheritagecentre.com

Cape Breton Island Accommodations Silver Dart Lodge/MacNeil House Suites P.O. Box 399 Baddeck, NS B0E 1P0 Tel: (902) 295-2340 Fax: (902) 295-2484 Email: sdladmin@maritimeinns.com URL: www.maritimeinns.com Accommodations with M & C Facilities

Glooscap Heritage Centre & Mi’kmaw Museum 65 Treaty Trail Millbrook, NS B6L 1W3 Toll Free: 1-800-895-1177 Tel: (902) 843-3493 Fax: (902) 893-2269 Email: info@glooscapheritagecenter.com www.glooscapheritagecentre.com

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Days Inn Sydney 480 Kings Rd. Sydney, NS B1S 1A8 Toll Free: 1-877-834-0333 Tel: (902) 539-6750 Fax: (902) 539-2773 Email: lmalcolm@daysinnsydney.com www.daysinnsydney.com

Holiday Inn Sydney - Waterfront 300 Esplanade Sydney, NS B1P 1A7 Toll Free: 1-800-565-1001 Tel: (902) 562-7500 Fax: (902) 562-3023 Email: dmacdonald@fortisproperties.com www.holidayinn.com Inverary Resort P.O. Box 190 Baddeck, NS B0E 1B0 Toll Free: 1-800-565-5660 Tel: (902) 295-3500 Fax: (902) 295-3527 Email: glen@capebretonresorts.com Email: (Conference planner) audrey@capebretonresorts.com www.inverarybaddeck.com Keltic Lodge Resort & Conference Centre (Signature Resorts) P.O. Box 70 Ingonish Beach, NS B0C 1L0 Toll Free: 1-800-565-0444 Tel: (902) 285-2880 Fax: (902) 285-4111 Email: gbowie@westin.ns.ca www.kelticlodge.ca Maritime Inns & Resorts Port Hawkesbury 717 Reeves St. Port Hawkesbury, NS B0V 2V0 Toll Free: 1-888-662-7484 Tel: (902)625-0320 Fax: (902) 625-3876 Email: phadmin@maritimeinns.com www.maritimeinns.com Destination Management Companies Destination Cape Breton Association P.O. Box 1448 Sydney, NS B1P 6R7 Tel: (902) 563-4636 Fax: (902) 564-5422 www.capebretonmeetings.com

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Meeting & Convention Facilities Centre 200 481 George St. Sydney, NS B1P 6R7 Tel: (902) 564-2200 Fax: (902) 539-4598 Email: pmacdonald@cbrm.ns.ca www.center200.ca Joan Harriss Pavilion 74 Esplanade Sydney, NS B1P 6H2 Tel: (902) 564-0800 Fax: (902) 564-4377 Email: info@sydneyport.ca www.portofsydney.ca Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre 606 Reeves St., Unit 11 Port Hawkesbury, NS B9A 2R7 Tel: (902) 625-7891 Fax: (902) 625-2798 Email: phcc@mac.com www.phcvic.com

Halifax Metro Accommodations Comfort Inn Dartmouth 456 Windmill Rd Dartmouth, NS B3A 1J7 Toll Free: 1-800-228-5150 Tel: (902) 463-9900 Fax: (902) 466-2080 Email: cn249@whg.com www.choicehotels.ca/cn249 Accommodations with M & C Facilities Atlantica Hotel & Marina Oak Island 36 Treasure Dr. Western Shore, NS B0J 3M0 Toll Free: 1-800-565-5075 Tel: (902) 627-2600 Fax: (902) 627-1180 Email: sales@atlanticaoakisland.com www.atlanticaoakisland.com Atlantica Hotel Halifax 1980 Robie St. Halifax, NS B3H 3G5 Toll Free: 1-888-810-7288 Tel: (902) 423-1161 Fax: (902) 423-9069 Email: sales@atlanticahalifax.com www.atlanticahotelhalifax.com

Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel & Suites 15 Spectacle Lake Dr. Dartmouth, NS B3B 1X7 Toll Free: 1-866-676-9846 Tel: (902) 463-2000; Tel: (902) 466-3795 Fax: (902) 465-2225 Email: jburke@bestwesterndartmouth.com www.bestwesterndartmouth.com

The Westin Nova Scotian 1181 Hollis St. Halifax, NS B3H 2P6 Toll Free: 1-877-993-7846 Tel: (902) 421-1000 Fax: (902) 422-9465 Email: dbradbury@westin.ns.ca www.thewestinnovascotian.com Activities & Attractions

Delta Barrington 1875 Barrington St. Halifax, NS B3J 3L6 Toll Free: 1-888-423-3582 Tel: (902) 429-7410 Fax: (902) 420-6524 Email: dczech@deltahotels.com www.deltabarrington.com Delta Halifax 1990 Barrington St. Halifax, NS B3J 1P2 Toll Free: 1-888-423-3582 Tel: (902) 425-6700 Fax: (902) 425-6214 Email: dczech@deltahotels.com www.deltahalifax.com Halifax Marriott Harbourfront 1919 Upper Water St. Halifax, NS B3J 3J5 Toll Free: 1-800-943-6760 Tel: (902) 421-1700 Fax: (902) 422-5805 Email: mhrs.yhzmc.sales@marriott.com www.marriott.com/yhzmc Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites 1515 South Park St. Halifax, NS B3J 2L2 Toll Free: 1-800-526-4721 Tel: (902) 491-6137 Fax: (902) 491-6148 Email: tammy@lordnelsonhotel.com www.lordnelsonhotel.com Quality Inn & Suites Halifax 980 Parkland Dr. Halifax, NS B3M 4Y7 Toll Free: 1-800-667-3333 Tel: (902) 444-6700 Fax: (902) 444-4410 Email: reservations@qualityinnhalifax.com www.qualityinnhalifax.com Saint Mary’s University 5865 Gorsebrook Ave. Halifax, NS B3H 3C3 Toll Free: 1-888-347-5555 Tel: (902) 491-8699 Fax: (902) 496-8118 Email: janet.gates-robart@SMU.ca www.smu.ca/confereces

Alexander Keith’s Nova Scotia Brewery 1496 Lower Water St. Halifax, NS B3J 1R9 Toll Free: 1-877-612-1820 Tel: (902) 455-1474 Fax: (902)422-1077 Email: shawn.maggio@labatt.com www.keiths.ca Amos Pewter 1751 Lower Water St. Halifax, NS B3J 1S5 Toll Free: 1-800-565-3369 Tel: (902) 624-9547 Fax: (902) 624-1366 Email: info@amospewter.com 222.amospewter.com Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 1055 Marginal Rd. Halifax, NS B3H 4P6 Toll Free: 1-800-526-4721 Tel: (902) 425-7770 Fax: (902) 423-4045 Email: info@pier21.ca www.pier21.ca Destination Management Companies Destination Halifax 1800 Argyle St., Suite 802 Halifax, NS B3J 3N8 Toll Free: 1-877-422-9334 Tel: (902) 422-9334 Fax: (902) 492-3175 Email: lledgewidge@destinationhalifax.com www.destinationhalifax.com Golf Courses Glen Arbour Golf Course 40 Club House Lane Hammonds Plains, NS B4V 1T4 Tel: (902) 835-GOLF Fax: (902) 832-2964 Email: golfshop@glenarbour.com www.glenarbour.com Indoor/Outdoor M & C Facilities Halifax Citadel National Historic Site 5425 Sackville St. Halifax, NS B3J 3Y3 Tel: (902) 426-5080 Email: halifax.citadel@pc.gc.ca www.parkscanada.gc.ca/halifaxcitadel

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World Trade and Convention Centre P.O. Box 955; 1800 Argyle St. Halifax, NS B3J 2V9 Tel: (902) 421-8686 Fax: (902) 422-2922 Email: tclsales@tclns.com www.wtcchalifax.com

Activities & Attractions Amos Pewter 589 Main St. Mahone Bay, NS B0J 2E0 Toll Free: 1-800-565-3369 Tel: (902) 624-9547 Fax: (902) 624-1366 Email: info@amospewter.com www.amospewter.com

Specialty Shopping

Restaurants

Made Especially For You (MEFY Gifts) P O Box 2068 Fall River, NS B2T 1K6 Toll Free: 1-866-511-(MEFY (6339) Tel: (902) 449-7742 Email: pat@mefygifts.com www.mefygifts.com

The Sou’wester Gift and Restaurant 178 Peggy’s Point Rd Peggy’s Cove, NS B3Z 3S2 Tel: (902) 823-2561 Fax: (902) 823-2349 Email: souwester@hfx.eastlink.ca www.peggys-cove.com

Meeting & Convention Facilities

Trade Show Display Companies Imagine Displays P.O. Box 5002 Waverley, NS B2R 1S2 Tel: (902) 452-3519 Fax: (902) 404-9043 Email: lisa@imaginedisplays.ca www.imaginedisplays.ca

South Shore Accommodations with M & C Facilities Best Western Plus Bridgewater Hotel & Convention Centre 527 Hwy 10 Cookville, NS B4V 7P4 Toll Free: 1-877-665-0101 Tel: (902) 530-0101 Fax: (902) 530-6001 Email: sales@bestwesternbridgewater.com www.bestwesternbridgewater.com

Airline/Air Charters Halifax International Airport Authority 1 Bell Blvd. Enfield, NS B2T 1K2 Tel: (902) 873-1422, Tel: (902) 873-4422 Fax: (902) 873-4750 Email: karen.sinclair@hiaa.ca URL: www.flyhalifax. Com

Tourism and Business Organizations Nova Scotia Tourism Agency 1800 Argyle St., Suite 602; P O BOX 456 Halifax, NS B3J 2R5 Toll Free: 1-800-565-0000 Tel: (902) 424-1787 Fax: (902) 424-2688 Email: salesns@gov.ns.ca www.novascotia.com Transportation Coach Atlantic Group 767 Old Sambro Rd., Bldg 7-Unit 10 Harrietsfield, NS B3V 1A3 Tel: (902) 444-3796 Fax: (902) 477-4101 Email: marsha@coachatlanticgroup.com www.coachatlanticgroup.com

Northumberland Shore Accommodations with M & C Facilities Holiday Inn Express Stellarton - New Glasgow P.O. Box 2480 Stellarton, NS B0K 1S0 Toll Free: 1-800-HOLIDAY Tel: (902) 755-1020 Fax: (902) 752-8227 Email: sales@hiestellarton.com www.hiestellarton.com

Best Western Plus Liverpool Hotel & Conference Centre 63 Queens Place Dr. Liverpool, NS B3N 1J4 Toll Free: 1-877-354-2377 Tel: (902) 354-2377 Fax: (902) 354-2877 Email: melissa.robinson@bwliverpool.ca www.bestwesternliverpool.com

Maritime Inn Antigonish 158 Main St. Antigonish, NS B2G 2B7 Toll Free: 1-888-662-7484 Tel: (902) 863-4001 Fax: (902) 863-2672 Email: antadmin@maritimeinns.com www.maritimeinns.com

White Point Beach Resort Halifax Sales Office; 5426 Portland Place Halifax, NS B3K 1A2 Toll Free: 1-800-565-5068 Tel: (902) 423-8887 Fax: (902) 354-2877 Email: donna@whitepoint.com www.whitepoint.com

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