T Volume 20 | Number 1 Spring/Summer 2019 Publisher Robert Thompson Senior Editor Ali Mintenko-Crane Sales Executives Bill Biber, Ashley Huston, Pat Johnston, Jack Smith Senior Design Specialist Krista Zimmermann Design Specialist Marisa Giesbrecht Produced and published for the CM&E by: mediaedgepublishing.com MediaEdge Publishing Inc. 33 South Station Street North York, ON M9N 2B2 866.480.4717 x 229 531 Marion Street Winnipeg, MB R2J 0J9 Toll Free: 866.201.3096 Fax: 204.480.4420 www.mediaedgepublishing.com President Kevin Brown Senior Vice-President Robert Thompson Director, Business Development Michael Bell Branch Manager Nancie Privé CM&E is published two times a year by MediaEdge Publishing Inc. Printed in Canada All rights reserved. The contents of this publication may not be reproduced by any means, in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of the association. Publications Mail Agreement #40787580 Return Undeliverable Canadian Addresses to: 531 Marion Street Winnipeg, MB R2J 0J9 Published June 2019 Subscribe to e-newsletter at corporatemeetingsnetwork.ca Follow on Twitter @MeetingNetwork Like us on Facebook /cmemediaedge Join our group on linkd.in/cmemediaedge CM&E is printed on 10% post-consumer FSC certified paper using soya based inks. When necessary to mail an issue in an enclosure, we use an environmentally-friendly, 100% oxo-degradable poly-wrap. The location of your event can be as inspiring as the speakers presenting to your audience. Learning about a different culture can inspire new ideas in business, a breathtaking view in the morning can help people see things with fresh eyes; don’t discount the impact location can have on attendees. Our cover feature on Montreal, Quebec depicts the rich past and old-world charm of the city, but don’t be fooled by its historical vibe; Montreal is also brimming with business, modern amenities, entertainment and everything a great planner could hope for in planning an event to remember. Perhaps you’d like to take a gamble on a new venue to hold your event this year – somewhere with entertainment and nightlife. Consider shaking things up by holding your conference at a casino. Though your first thought may be wondering how you’ll hear your speakers amidst a sea of slot machines, today’s casinos are well-equipped with meeting spaces, state-of-the-art electronic equipment, guest rooms and, of course, gambling. Roll the dice with our feature on why casinos are a sure bet, beginning on page 32. This issue being our 2019 Sourcebook, starting on page 41 you will find our directory of meeting venues, meeting services and products. You’ll find everything from attractions to photographers, venues to security, trade show displays to food, and everything in between. No matter where you decide to hold your event, choose somewhere that will leave an impression on everyone who attends. Conferences and meetings should be more than just room after room of meetings; they should stimulate and excite everyone in attendance, and new surroundings can be one of your greatest tools in achieving that. What would inspire you? Ali Mintenko-Crane Senior Editor editor’s note 9 Spring/Summer 2019 CORPORATE MEETINGS & EVENTS