Western Canada

Western Canada, which consists of the British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba provinces, is home to meeting and event hubs that also provide leading knowledge centers in industries such as sustainability, life sciences, natural resources, healthcare, agribusiness and more sectors. From towering city powerhouses like Vancouver to rapidly developing metros like Calgary and the natural beauty of locales throughout Alberta, there is something for every meeting, event or incentive in the Western Canada region.

To learn more about what each region can offer your next program, take in-depth dives into Western Canada’s most prominent meetings destinations in the articles below.

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Calgary Meeting Venues Saddle Up for an Inclusive Future

On a recent visit, Meetings Today learned that new hotels, revamped meeting spaces and urban development projects are taking Calgary, Alberta, in progressive new directions.

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Western Canada’s MICE Destinations Are Pillars of Success

From Vancouver to Edmonton, these Western Canada destinations are primed for hosting events at the highest level.

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Destination Canada Announces City Additions to Global Destination Sustainability Index

Following the launch of Canada’s Business Events Sustainability Plan, Destination Canada announced new domestic additions to the GDS-Index during IMEX America 2022.

Western Canada Offers Intellectual Value for Learning and Engagement at Conferences

Western Canada has many industry specialties and intellectual capital that it can offer specific groups for in-depth learning and connections. Read this guide to choose the best city for your group.

Expert Tips for Bringing a U.S. Meeting to Canada

The advantages of taking a meeting that is traditionally held in the U.S. across the border to Canada are many, from a currently favorable exchange rate to a division within the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) that is primed to make the transportation of materials go as smoothly as possible. Learn how to take advantage of the system.

Western Canada’s Top Meetings Destinations Celebrate New Event Venues and Facilities

Stretching from the Pacific coast’s Vancouver Island through the jaw-dropping scenery of majestic mountain ranges and the fertile plains of Canada’s breadbasket, Western Canada boasts every meeting setting imaginable aside from palm trees and sun-soaked beaches. The region has also upped the ante by adding or improving on an impressive number of meetings and events facilities.

Western Canada's Stunning Event Backdrops Draw Groups

Western Canada is one of those regions that could have inspired the term “God’s country.” The beautiful and pristine destinations in the provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Saskatchewan welcome groups looking for meetings with a view.