b'new venuesTHE FAIRMONT CHATEAU WHISTLER Whistler, BCThe Fairmont Chateau Whistler completed a $14-million renovation of its guest rooms and suites in December 2022. The renovation, which began in April, is being completed in two steps, and the new dcor reflects a modern alpine lodge look that fits in well with its setting at the base of Blackcomb Mountain.When the renovation is complete, the hotel will have 519 guest rooms and suites as well as extensive meeting and event space. There are five restaurants on property, and guests are only a short distance from the restaurants and shops in located in Whistler Village.The hotels meeting and event space includes 12 rooms, the largest of which is the Macdonald Ballroom (one of three ballrooms on site) at 11,319 sq. ft. with a capacity for up to 1,500 guests. Their other offerings start at their boardrooms, with less than 500 sq. ft., and also include the outdoor Woodlands Terrace, which is 5,000 sq. ft. and can accommodate up to 200 guests in warmer weather.Other service offerings include babysitting, concierge assistance, guided tours, a shuttle into Whistler and daily yoga classes. For more information, visit www.fairmont.com/whistler.BLACK PEARL PUB Toronto, ONThe new Black Pearl Pub opened up in Torontos Entertainment District in September 2022. Owned by Scale Hospitality, the pub is intended to be part after-work hangout, part late-night cocktail emporium, part live band and DJ show destination, part street art gallery and pool halland so much more. This is the second Black Pearl Pub in Ontario; the first one opened in London in 2018.As a meeting and event site, the entire pub has a capacity of 600 standing and 160 seated. It is an event venue with support for shows, celebrations and live music performances. The interior of the pub has been described as a great big living room where you can enjoy good old rock and roll.The pubs available fare includes many different varieties of sliders, salads and New York-style pizzas. The drink menu includes a number of interesting cocktails that can be purchased by the bottle for sharing, as well as draft and bottled beer and wine.The pub can accommodate small groups of eight or more, or can be fully booked for private events. For more information, visit www.blackpearlto.com.Industry Sourcebook 2023CORPORATE MEETINGS & EVENTS 37'