b'NEWANDRENEWED VENUESFive fresh faces for your next eventby Warren HeeleyCM&E is once again pleased to bring our readers the latest look at changes in the corporate meeting and event space in Canada. With new properties going up and sites continually undergoing upgrades, planners need the latest information to make informed decisions about where to hold their next event. Whether expanding space, changing the look and feel of a property or bringing a new venue to a particular city, venue owners are listening to planners and responding to their needs.CM&E has compiled five properties that opened or completed renovations in the last year.HIATUS RESTAURANT ET BAR Montreal, QCHiatus Restaurant et Bar opened in August of 2023 at Place Ville Marie (PVM) in downtown Montreal. It is situated on three floors of the building (44th, 45th and 46th) and offers a number of options for meeting and event planners, as well as spectacular views of Montreal for event attendees. PVM and its cruciform design has been an iconic landmark in the city since its opening in 1962. The complex launched the development of Montreals Underground City, the worlds largest underground pedestrian network and retail gallery, providing indoor access to over 1,600 businesses and transportation links throughoutdowntown Montreal.The restaurant on the 46th floor offers space for a sit-down dinner for up to 70 guests. There are also two private spaces that accommodate 16 people each, or combine for a capacity of 32. The 44th floor offers the Rose Orange terrace, which is an excellent outdoor space for summer use with a reception capacity of 120. The bar on the 45th level also handles up to 120for receptions.Hiatus offers on-site AV services including TV monitors, sound equipment and other audio-visual technology to meet planners needs. Visit hiatus.ca for more information.Industry Sourcebook 2024CORPORATE MEETINGS & EVENTS 35'