b'NEWANDRENEWED VENUES5 fresh faces for your next eventby Warren HeeleyKeeping up with whats new at corporate meeting and event sites throughout the country is a difficult task considering the number of new sites opening and existing sites being renovated at any given time. CM&E is pleased to bring readers the latest look at changes in the corporate meeting and event space in Canada.CM&E reviewed five new and renovated meeting and event sites opening in 2022-2023 to help planners with their work. These properties are staying ahead of new trends in the meeting and event space and improving services for their clients. Whether its increasing space, freshening their look or introducing a new venue, planners need up-to-date information on potential venues to make informed decisions about their event destinations.Here are the highlights of what we learned about these properties.SHERATON GATEWAY HOTELIN TORONTO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Toronto, ONIn April 2022, the Sheraton Gateway Hotel at Toronto Pearson opened its doors to the public for its $30-million renovation.The hotel is located at Terminal 3 and can be accessed directly from the terminal.The comprehensive renovation included updates to most areas of the hotel, including 467 guest rooms and meeting and event space. The new public square design of the lobby features a market concept with sound-proof work stations as well as a coffee bar.The meeting and event space totals 18,657 sq. ft. over the23 rooms, with the majority located on the lobby level and second-level conference floor. The room sizes vary from the 2,631-sq.-ft. Gateway Room to five boardrooms located on the third and fourth levels that accommodate 10-16 people. The meeting and event space is flexible and featureson-site event teams to assist clients, as well as AV and high-tech equipment that can handle virtual or hybrid meetings. Other features include pet-friendly rooms, a new Peloton studio, a 24-hour fitness room, a swimming pool and a whirlpool.For more information on the hotel,visit www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ yyzgs-sheraton-gateway-hotel-in-toronto-international-airport.40 CORPORATE MEETINGS & EVENTS corporatemeetingsnetwork.ca'