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MONTRÉALan open invitation

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On behalf of all members of the Montréal tourism industry,

I would like to invite you to discover Montréal, a truly one-

of-a-kind meeting city. We call it “a slice of Europe in North

America”. And it’s true. From tiny colony - fi rst French, then

English - to cosmopolitan metropolis of 3.7 million today,

Montréal has its roots in Europe, but it’s also thoroughly

North American, fully modern and unstoppably imaginative,

a cutting-edge hub of innovation and creativity, and world

leader in industries such as aeronautics, life sciences and

information technology.

Over the years, Montréal has emerged

as a major player on the international

meetings scene, and boasts a stellar

track record working with international

associations. In fact, with an offi ce in

Paris and a long list of personalized

services, Tourisme Montréal, now more

than ever, is able to cater to associa-

tions based in Europe. We enjoy working

with our international clientele, because

they continue to help make us a more

competitive meetings destination.

Montréal is home to 65 major world

organizations, including the Inter-

national Civil Aviation Organization

(ICAO), the International Air Transport

Association (IATA) and the World Anti-

Doping Agency (WADA). This impressive

international presence ensures that improvements to our

high-quality infrastructure adapt to the particular needs of

our growing European market segment. As headquarters to

these international organizations, Montréal has earned a

reputation as a skilled meetings destination that benefi ts

from a wealth of experienced and dependable professional

congress organizers.

Currently, Montréal ranks fi rst in Canada and second in

North America for hosting international meetings (UIA

2007). And, for the past 25 years, the Palais des congrès de

Montréal (Convention Centre), at the heart of our vibrant

downtown, has developed an enviable expertise in the busi-

ness. Along the way, Tourisme Montréal has been working in

partnership with the Palais to develop and deliver seamless

and memorable meetings for our clients.

But Montréal is not just business. It’s a city that really knows

how to have fun too. Montréalers love to live it up, and this joie

de vivre has given birth to some of the world’s great festivals:

the Jazz, the Just for Laughs, the FrancoFolies and the HIGH

LIGHTS, to name but just a few. It’s a gourmet getaway and a

breeding ground for fashion, design and architecture. Did you

know that, in 2007, Montréal became the fi rst city to be desig-

nated a UNESCO City of Design in North America? For a break

from the hustle and bustle, we have Mount Royal, our backyard

playground, the majestic St. Lawrence River, lush parks, superb

golf courses and bike paths that stretch for hundreds of miles.

So much so that Montréal is the fi rst

urban center in the world to be recog-

nized as a Geotourism destination by the

National Geographic Society.

From business to pleasure, Montréal truly

has everything it takes to make your

meeting a resounding success. I encour-

age you to consider our vibrant island

city when planning your next event, and

discover what we can do for you.

Charles Lapointe, P.C.

President and CEO Tourisme Montréal

Message from the President and CEO of Tourisme MontréalA slice of Europe in North America? Meet Montréal!

FLIGHT TIMES TO MONTRÉAL

+ Amsterdam 6:45

+ Athens 9:00

+ Brussels 7:00

+ Dublin: 6:15

+ Frankfurt 7:02

+ London (Heathrow) 6:35

+ Madrid 6:55

+ Munich 7:20

+ Paris (CDG) 6:40

+ Rome 8:00

+ Vienna 8:00

+ Zurich 7:10

Source: Aéroports de Montréal

Charles Lapointe, P.C.

A HOTBED OF CULTURE AND

CREATIVITY, MONTRÉAL IS AN

IRRESISTIBLE MIX OF OLD WORLD

CHARM AND SOPHISTICATION

AND NEW WORLD CULTURE AND

URBAN VIBE. A CROSSROADS FOR

TRADE, BUSINESS AND FINANCE

OVER THE CENTURIES, THE CITY

IS RECOGNIZED WORLDWIDE FOR

ITS CUTTING-EDGE RESEARCH

AND DEVELOPMENT, AND IS

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Ranked first in Canada and second in

North America* for international meetings,

Montréal dazzles in both infrastructure and

services. The Palais des congrès (Convention

Centre), in the revitalized Quartier interna-

tional, offers state-of-the-art technology and

facilities. Hotel choices are vast and varied,

from American and international chains to

charming boutique properties.

Montréal is also a cosmopolitan, multilin-

gual and multicultural city, which not only

translates into expertise in hosting interna-

tional events, but Montréal’s reputation for

innovation and excellence attracts some of

the best and brightest minds from around

the world today.

In addition to an experienced team of

employees in the Montréal office and in

satellite offices in Washington D.C., Chicago

and Paris, Tourisme Montréal works in close

partnership with the city’s convention indus-

try leaders to form a coalition of experts in

every aspect of event planning.

From French settlement to British strong-

hold, and now the world’s second-largest

French-speaking city, Montréal is a truly

international metropolis. Never has a des-

tination so deftly combined history, archi-

tecture, culture and charm with efficiency,

innovation and joie de vivre.

*Source: The Union of International Associations (2007)

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MEET YOU IN MONTRÉAL!

GATEWAY TO THE WORLDDid you know that Montréal:

+ Is headquarters to 65 international

organizations, including the Inter-

national Civil Aviation Organization

(ICAO), the International Air Trans-

port Association (IATA) and the

World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA)

+ Ranks fi rst for university research

in Canada and has 197 research

centres in the metro area

+ Is home to 11 institutions of higher

learning, including four major

universities: McGill University,

Université de Montréal, Concor-

dia University and Université du

Québec à Montréal

+ Has a student population of

170,000, including nearly

20,000 foreign students from

165 countries

+ Boasts a thriving life sciences in-

dustry and is home to leaders such

as Merck Frosst, Pfi zer, Bristol-

Myers Squibb and GlaxoSmithKline

+ Enjoys a cutting-edge aerospace

sector with leaders like the

Canadian Space Agency (CSA),

Bell-Helicopter Textron, Bombar-

dier Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney

Canada and Lockheed Martin

+ Has 85 consulates general, consu-

lates and commercial delegations

MONTRÉAL HIGHLIGHTSMajor Festivals:

+ Montréal High Lights Festival –

February

+ Montréal International Fireworks

Competition – Mid-June to Mid-July

+ Festival International de Jazz de

Montréal – Early July

+ Just For Laughs Festival – Mid-July

+ Rogers Cup (Tennis) – August

+ The Magic of Lanterns at the

Botanical Gardens – September to

November

+ Montréal World Film Festival –

Beginning of September

+ Montréal Canadiens (Hockey) –

October to April

Montréal is a cosmopolitan and multilingual city, which not only translates into expertise in hosting international events, but its reputation for excellence attracts some of the brightest minds from around the world

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BOTH A PLACE FOR HIGH LEVEL INTERNATIONAL MEETINGS AND A SYMBOL OF

QUÉBEC CREATIVITY GRACING THE MONTRÉAL CITYSCAPE, THE PALAIS DES

CONGRÈS DE MONTRÉAL HAS ENJOYED A UNIQUE, COLOURFUL AND EVENTFUL

26-YEAR HISTORY. BUT WHAT MAKES THE PALAIS SO SPECIAL? LET’S FIND OUT!

Montréal enjoys an international reputa-

tion, it is widely recognized as a centre

of excellence in various sectors such as

life sciences, and is also home to several

major international organizations such as

the International Air Transport Association

(IATA). This alone makes the Palais an

attractive destination. But the venue also

offers a set of unique infrastructures

ideally located in the heart of the city’s

downtown, near hotels, as well as a range

of topnotch professional services.

Located in Montréal’s downtown core,

the Palais is a safe and bustling venue.

A hub of activity straddling the city’s

business centre, international district,

Old Montréal, Chinatown and Quartier

des spectacles, it is near Montréal’s main

attractions, and also less than five

minutes from 15,000 hotel rooms,

4,000 of which are directly linked to the

Palais via indoor passageways. Inside, the

Palais is trendy, generously lit, and

welcoming. The venue is ultra-functional

and capable of handling events of every

size. The customer service is incompa-

rable. Do you need any more reasons to

organize your congress there?

PROFESSIONAL PAR EXCELLENCESince it opened in 1983, the Palais

des congrès de Montréal (Convention

Centre) has built a reputation for excel-

lence spanning the globe. After 4,300

events and 12.6 million visitors, it’s fair

to acknowledge they have developed an

THE PALAIS DES CONGRÈS DE MONTRÉALBehind the colours… 26 years of exchange,26 years of passion

THE PALAIS AT A GLANCE:

+ Exhibition surface area: 18,580 m2

+ Total meeting space: 12,247 m2

+ Number of meeting rooms: up to 65

for up to 10,000 attendees

+ Total rental space: 30,827 m2

+ Leasable commercial space on

ground fl oor: 4,157 m2

+ Total area: 133,000 m2

+ Total rooms or space: 94

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unparalleled level of expertise in the industry.

Each event is relentlessly planned, coordi-

nated and monitored. During the event itself,

dozens of professionals are assigned to han-

dling every detail, looking after the comfort

and satisfaction of visitors, and anticipating

the unexpected. Simply put: everybody work-

ing there gets passionate about the events

hosted by the Palais.

‘Our event planning managers are like orches-

tra conductors. They have to adapt to and

interpret whatever music score they are given

so the end performance matches the clients’

wishes,’ explains Director of Production Élaine

Legault. This requires immense creativity,

and listening power. ‘We work very closely

with our clients every step of the event plan-

ning process,’ specifies the Palais’ Director

of Marketing and Communications, Chrystine

Loriaux. ‘The average seniority of our staff is

17 years, so we can safely say they know what

they’re doing! Our experience and expertise

help clients make the most of their events.

The Palais is a trendsetter in terms of service

quality, and we intend to continue to move

forward! We will keep listening actively to our

clients and stay in lockstep with the latest

developments in order to provide them with

event planning products and services that will

stimulate their interest,’ says Mrs. Loriaux.

At the Palais, creativity also means being

adaptable, especially when it comes to food.

‘Our Capital Traiteur catering service devised

a menu for people who have difficulty chew-

ing, during an international conference on

augmentative and alternative communication.

For the Otakuthon anime convention, they

prepared sushi, dango dumplings and pearl

tea, instead of the traditional pizza, smoked

meat and soft drinks!’ adds Mrs. Legault.

Of course, the Palais delivers the full range

of professional services you would expect

from a Convention Centre of this level, but

it is often the ‘little extras’ that make the

difference. ‘What people like about us is that

we are proactive and grasp their needs. This

enables us to create the best possible condi-

tions in which to hold their events,’ continues

Mrs. Legault. ‘We know how to adapt our

venues and services to the specific require-

ments of each client, size notwithstanding!’

GREENER THAN EVER: WHEN ‘EVERY ACTION COUNTS’The Palais uses a personalized approach to

guiding event organizers through the green

planning process. Their ‘À la carte’ services

make it possible to curb their environmental

footprint in a way that reflects the actual

needs of planners and how green they can

go. This green process is inspired by best sus-

tainable development practices, and outlined

in their Organizing a Green Event Guide,

that steers event planners through the maze

of green options and helps them isolate

the practices best suited to their event and

means. This guide is available online for free

at www.congresmtl.com/environment. They

have a proven track record and today some

of their major events even serve as models

of green planning, like the United Nations

Framework Convention on Climate Change in

2005 for instance.

The Palais is also actively involved in the

local tourism industry’s green committee

started by Tourisme Montréal. This concerted

effort by the tourism community, which

includes most notably hotels, transportation

and information centres, is aimed at developing

an action plan to help curb the environmen-

tal footprint of tourism activities.

Other examples of how deeply the Palais values

its social responsibility include its ongoing

work with its partners to introduce a variety of

initiatives for the Montréal community, such

as a goodwill program promoting the reuse

by community organizations of items and

materials unused during events or donating

untouched surplus food to homeless shelters.

As an environmental performance leader, the

Palais has also adopted practices affecting

water use, recycling, hazardous waste, ozone

depleting substances, as well as heating, ven-

tilation and air conditioning maintenance. In

addition, their procurement policy respecting

housekeeping products is green-first.

These and other efforts have earned the

Convention Centre numerous environmental

awards and honours, including the BOMA

Québec BESt certification in 2005 and the

2006 Énergia award for power management.

In 2008, the Palais also joined the Hydro-

Québec Energy Savers’ Circle, which groups

together large corporations recognized for

their leadership in the field of energy effi-

ciency. Hydro-Quebec is one of the biggest

electric utilities in North America.

Some prestigious events at the Palais:+ 1989 - 5th AIDS Conference (12,000 delegates)+ 2004 - 12th International Congress

of Immunology (6,500 delegates)+ 2005 - 11th Conference of the Parties to the

United Nations’ Framework Convention on Climate Change (10,000 delegates)

+ 2008 - 9th International Conference on Low Vision (1,500 delegates)

+ 2008 - 37th Scientifi c Assembly of the Committee on Space Research (COSPAR) (2,250 delegates)

+ 2009 - 20th World Diabetes Congress (IDF) (expected 12,000 delegates)

+ 2010 - 21st World Energy Congress (WEC) (expected 4,000 delegates)

+ 2010 - 101st Annual Convention of Rotary International 2010 (expected 18,000 delegates)

+ 2012 - 18th World Congress of Information Technology 2012 (expected 3,000 delegates)

+ 2012 - UICC 12 - World Cancer Congress (expected 4,000 delegates)

CONTACTS

Chrystine LoriauxDirector, Marketing and Communicationschrystine.loriaux@congresmtl.com514 871-3108

Jessica LacasseAdvisor, Communications and Public Affairsjessica.lacasse@congresmtl.com514 871-5897

www.congresmtl.com

MONTRÉAL DOWNTOWNAccessible, walkable and full of discoveries!Montréal’s urban layout and transit infrastructure make getting from hotels to the convention centre and points of interest very easy and convenient. And when it comes to fi nding a place to rest easy after a long day of meetings, Montréal couldn’t be more accommodating. From international chains to unique boutique hotels, there is something for every taste and style. Of our 26,500 hotel room total, 15,000 are downtown, 8,000 are in deluxe proper-ties and 4,000 link directly to the convention centre via the clean, brightly-lit 32-km (20-mile) long Underground Pedestrian Network.

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> M E E T I N G F A C I L I T I E S

PALAIS DES CONGRÈS DE MONTRÉAL (MONTRÉAL CONVENTION CENTRE)+ 330,000 sq. ft. (30,000 m2) of

total meeting and exhibition space

+ 200,000 sq. ft. (18,000 m2) of contiguous

exhibit space

+ Optimal versatility with our 50,000 sq. ft.

(4,645 m2) multipurpose room without

columns, one of the largest in Canada

+ 65 flexible break-out rooms

+ Portal-to-portal customs

+ Flexible labour environment

MOUNT ROYAL CENTRE+ Over 50,000 sq. ft. (4,600 m2) of

total floor area

+ 730-seat auditorium

+ Multi-purpose ballroom accommodating

up to 800 people, theatre-style

+ Spacious multi-purpose pre-function

areas that can hold up to 700 people

+ 17 meeting rooms catering to groups of

10 to 850 people

MONTRÉAL TOWER/OLYMPIC PARK+ 204,400 sq. ft. (19,000 m2) of

available space (playing field)

+ Several other rooms and areas up

to 65,000 sq. ft. (6000 m2)

+ Two rooms atop Montréal Tower: the Salon

de Montréal (2,550 sq. ft./237 m2) and

the Cocktail Room (3,108 sq. ft./288 m2)

+ Flexible labour environment

Largest Total Meeting/ Meeting Meeting Space Exhibition Space Rooms

Place Bonaventure 200,000 sq. ft. 300,000 sq. ft. 9Exhibition Halls (18,000 m2) (27,000 m2)

Centre de conférences 1,700 sq. ft. 4,000 sq. ft. 3

Le 1000 (158 m2) (372 m2)

Find out more at tourisme-montreal.org/meet

MEETING FACILITIESFacilities that actually facilitate!

Olympic Tower

Mount Royal Centre

Place Bonaventure

Palais des Congrès de Montréal

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MONTRÉAL OFFERS MEETING PLANNERS THE ADVANTAGE OF CUSTOM-TAILORED PROGRAMS TO FIT ANY GROUP’S SPECIFIC NEEDS.

BESIDES THE LARGE SPACES AVAILABLE TO HOST “MEGA EVENTS” (UP TO 4,000 DELEGATES), MONTRÉAL IS ALSO PROUD TO OFFER

UNUSUAL VENUES TO CREATE EVENTS AS UNIQUE AS THEY ARE MEMORABLE. HERE ARE JUST A FEW.

HOW ABOUT A HISTORICAL CHURCH FOR YOUR ICEBREAKER PARTY?

The Montréal Museum of Fine Arts recently

purchased the adjacent Erskine & American

United Church and will invest $13 million CAD

in a new concert hall, reception spaces and

conference rooms. The rear of the church will

be converted into six galleries on five floors.

Montréal Museum of Fine Arts:

www.mba.org

LIVE “LA VIE DE CHÂTEAU”

Offer your guests the royal treatment by wel-

coming them to one of our “Château” loca-

tions hosting elegant and sophisticated events

par excellence. Bask in the warm ambiance of

these historically and culturally rich milieus.

Château Ramesay: www.chateauramezay.qc.ca

Château Dufresne: www.chateaudufresne.com

ADD A TOUCH OF PRESTIGE AT A FORMER MILITARY FORTOffer your guests a truly unforgettable experi-

ence at the Stewart Museum, located at the Fort

on scenic Île Sainte-Hélène, where breathtaking

views of the Montréal skyline await you. Enjoy

your event under a canopied tent in the court-

yard facing the majestic St. Lawrence River or

inside the historic fort, and add an extra touch

of prestige with an 18th-century honour guard.

Stewart Museum: www.stewart-museum.org

GET ON TRACK AT A HISTORIC TRAIN STATIONBuilt in 1884, the former Dalhousie train sta-

tion now houses the Cirque Éloize studios

where your guests can enjoy a cocktail in a

dazzling atmosphere, complete with stunning

circus acts.

Cirque Éloize: www.cirque-eloize.com

SOAK UP THE ATMOSPHERE IN THESE PUBLIC BATHS

Looking to increase attendance at a special

function? Delight your guests by holding your

meeting at Le Bain Mathieu or the Écomusée

du fier monde, two spectacularly renovated

former public baths. These original venues are

sure to please!

Le Bain Mathieu: www.bainmathieu.ca

Écomusée du fier monde: www.ecomusee.qc.ca

SAVOUR OUR PUBLIC MARKETSThe neo-classic architecture of the Bonsecours

Market is a true Montréal icon. Looking out

on the St. Lawrence River in the heart of Old

Montréal, it’s an ideal venue for any type of

event, from an upscale dinner to a high-energy

party for up to 1,600 guests! For a breakfast

or lunch party, why not treat your guests to

the lively atmosphere of our public markets?

Corporate meeting rooms offer everything you

need for your guests to enjoy Montréal’s irre-

pressible joie de vivre and charm.

Marché Bonsecours:

www.marchebonsecours.qc.ca

Public Markets:

www.marchespublics-mtl.com

ART GALLERIES TO PUT YOUR GUESTS IN A GREAT FRAME OF MIND

Located in the heart of downtown, Galerie Gora

is a unique venue for hosting business, social or

cultural events. Its contemporary setting and

artistic flair will ensure your event is a success.

A stylish mix of industrial and chic, the Parisian

Laundry is a venue your guests will love. This for-

mer laundry has been converted into a spacious

art gallery with high ceilings and brick walls.

Galerie Gora: www.gallerygora.com

Parisian Laundry: www.parisianlaundry.com

OFF-SITE BUT ON TARGETUnusual offsite venues in Montréal

Museum of Fine Arts

Stewart Museum Marché Bonsecours

Parisian Laundry

Château Dufresne

Écomusée du fi er monde

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> T O U R I S M E M O N T R É A L ’ S C O N V E N T I O N S E R V I C E S

Tourisme Montréal understands that meeting planners need smart,

streamlined solutions to ensure their event is a success story. The

CVB brings a special brand of savoir-faire to the table to assist meet-

ing planners through all stages of the planning process. In addition to

an experienced team of employees in the Montréal offi ce and in satel-

lite offi ces in Paris, Washington D.C. and Chicago, Tourisme Montréal

works in close partnership with the city’s convention industry leaders

to form a coalition of experts in every aspect of event planning.

FREE SUPPORT AND SERVICES INCLUDE: + Assistance of a manager from our head offi ce in Montréal, or our

satellite offi ces in Paris, Washington or Chicago

+ Coordination of your requests for proposals with member hotels,

DMCs and PCOs

+ Creation of detailed and personalized presentations of all Montréal

services, events and attractions

+ Research to fi nd meeting rooms, exhibition halls and hotel rooms

which best suit your needs

+ Recommendations on rate negotiations and site availability

+ Assistance in preparing your preliminary budget

+ Assistance in fi nding and securing fi nancing from the public or

private sector

+ Production of bid documents

+ Assistance in identifying local leaders in your fi eld

+ Free plane tickets to Montréal to present the bid or to conduct a site

inspection

+ Development of promotional tools: brochures, videos, photos, etc.

Tourisme Montréal’s Convention Services make planning easier by

providing you with a wide range of tools, plus helpful advice to ensure

your event’s success.

WE CAN:+ Recommend goods and services providers (audiovisual equipment

rentals, customs brokers, caterers, event producers, etc.)

+ Develop a microsite exclusively for your delegates

+ Offer a suite of readily available or easily downloadable promotional

material and attendance-building tools

+ Set up a free housing reservation system using Passkey

with weekly pick-up reports available on-line

+ Offer welcome services to your delegates

A MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM, ONE CONTACT

YOU’VE GOT THE WHOLE TEAM ON YOUR SIDE

Luc Charbonneau, Director Sales and Marketing, Business Marketcharbonneau.luc@tourisme-montreal.org

Lucy Mungiovi, CMP, Director of Convention Servicesmungiovi.lucy@tourisme-montreal.org

Tourisme Montréal works in close partnership with the city’s convention industry leaders to form a coalition of experts in every aspect of event planning

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> T E A M M O N T R É A L

In December 2009, Tourisme Montréal and

the Palais des congrès de Montréal will once

again share a kiosk at EIBTM - a leading

international exhibition for the conference, in-

centives, events, business travel and meetings

industry - in Barcelona, Spain. The organiza-

tion will once again bring a “Hosted Buyer”

group, and counts on building on the success

of their participation in EIBTM 2008.

Also, Team Montréal will be repeating its

immensely popular “Spa Europe” event, fi rst

launched in October 2008, in Brussels (Oct. 6),

Geneva (Oct. 7) and Paris (Oct. 8) this fall.

Incentive houses as well as corporate and

association meeting planners from across

Europe will once again be invited to relax,

unwind and enjoy a wide range of signature

à la Montréal spa treatments. Watch for your

invitation!

In mid-December, during the Louis Comfort

Tiffany Colors and Light exhibition (Septem-

ber 16, 2009 to January 10, 2010), presented

at the Musée du Luxembourg in Paris and

organized in close collaboration with the Mon-

tréal Museum of Fine Arts, Team Montréal

will be hosting a signature Montréal cocktail

evening in the Jardins du Luxembourg,

along with a private visit of the Senate.

TOURISME MONTRÉAL ON THE MOVE!

TEAM MONTRÉAL IS+ Tourisme Montréal+ Palais des congrès de Montréal

(Montréal Convention Centre)+ Aéroports de Montréal+ Air Canada+ Canadian Tourism Commission+ Casino de Montréal+ Hotel Association of Greater Montréal+ Ministère du Tourisme du Québec

(Tourisme Québec)+ Mount Royal Centre+ VIA Rail Canada+ Delta Centre-Ville (on University)+ Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth+ Hilton Montréal Bonaventure+ Hôtel InterContinental Montréal+ Hôtel Le Crystal+ Hôtel Omni Mont-Royal+ Hyatt Regency Montréal+ Le Centre Sheraton+ Le Place d’Armes Hôtel & Suites+ Le Saint-Sulpice Hôtel - Montréal+ Montréal Marriott

Château Champlain+ Opus Montréal+ Ritz-Carlton Montréal+ Westin Montréal+ Altima Concept - DMC+ AVW-TELAV Audio Visual Solutions+ JPdL Montréal+ Livingston Event Logistics+ Maestro Plus DMC+ Visites de Montréal DMC+ Zeste Incentive

CONTACTLynda CADIEUX

Director, Business Tourism, Europe

T. (+33) 1 47 97 29 06

F. (+33) 1 47 97 29 06

cadieux.lynda@tourisme-montreal.org

www.tourisme-montreal.org/meet

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Who says conventions should be conventional? In Montréal, we’ve got all the nutsand bolts to help you plan a successful event—like 30,000 m2 of meeting &convention space in the Palais des congrès, our ultramodern convention centre, over26,000 hotel rooms, a 24/7 online housing system and innovative attendance-buildingtools. Plus, we’ll bring creative, customized solutions to create that extra touch ofmagic your attendees will never forget.

maybe that’s why we’re ranked 2nd in north americafor international meeting destinations*.

*Source: The Union of International Associations (2007).

START PLANNING WITH US NOW! . 33 1 47 97 29 06 . tourism-montreal.org/meet