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Level Up With Leanne: Constant change is the new normal

The only thing that is constant is change. That has definitely been the mantra for our industry in 2021, especially in the last 16 weeks for the meetings and events industry. November: Events are back on. No, wait. Something called Omicron?  We need to back up. December: Christmas parties are not recommended. And neither is gathering with family at Christmas. And your kids can’t go … Read More about Level Up With Leanne: Constant change is the new normal

Major festivals in U.S. drop COVID protocols

Early last week, North America’s most influential music festival, Coachella, revealed via its Health and Safety rules that it would not require attendees to wear masks, show proof of vaccination, or provide negative COVID-19 test results for its upcoming 2022 event. Following in Coachella’s footprints that same day, country music festival Stagecoach, also staged by Goldenvoice, announced via … Read More about Major festivals in U.S. drop COVID protocols

Level Up With Leanne: Embracing the jolt

I love roller-coasters!  It’s the thing I looked forward to most when travelling to amusement parks. Sure, the deep-fried corn dogs and colourful trinket shops have their allure, but nothing beats a thrilling (and somewhat terrifying) ride to get your adrenaline pumping.   Roller-coaster rides usually start slow, and lull you into a sense of calm and security.  But as soon as … Read More about Level Up With Leanne: Embracing the jolt

Introducing Level Up With Leanne

After taking a brief pause on our news section, CMEExpo is happy to be back on track, giving our readers the latest news in the meetings and events industry. When relaunching our news section, we wanted to ensure it gave our readers the advice and takeaways they need. So we decided it was time to partner with a trusted voice in the industry: Leanne Calderwood. We are so excited to introduce … Read More about Introducing Level Up With Leanne

Ace Hotel Toronto set to open this coming spring

Canada’s first-ever Ace Hotel is set to open this spring in Toronto. The 123-room boutique hotel is the first of its kind in Canada and will be located in the heart of the Garment District at 51 Camden Street. The modern hotel was designed by Toronto firm Shim-Sutcliffe Architects together with Atelier Ace’s interior design team.   The Ace Hotel Toronto will also feature a … Read More about Ace Hotel Toronto set to open this coming spring

Scotiabank Convention Centre announces name change

The Scotiabank Convention Centre has been officially renamed the Niagara Falls Convention Centre (NFCC), due to the expiration of the naming rights for the landmark venue. “The Niagara Falls Convention Centre name celebrates our iconic location in the world among Canada’s, North America’s and the world’s top destinations for both leisure travellers and business events. We are well-positioned to … Read More about Scotiabank Convention Centre announces name change

CMEExpo announces bb Blanc as official A/V partner for 2022 show

CMEExpo announced today that bb Blanc would be its official audio/visual partner for its upcoming show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre that is scheduled for August 16 + 17. bb Blanc is a privately-owned Canadian audio/visual and event production company that’s been in business since 2008. The company has been recognized for its staging solutions and unique designs and is known in the … Read More about CMEExpo announces bb Blanc as official A/V partner for 2022 show

Meeting in the metaverse: The future of virtual meetings?

In his 2021 year-end blog, Bill Gates predicted that within the next few years most virtual meetings will move from cameras to what he called “the metaverse, a 3D space with digital avatars.” According to Gates, the idea of the metaverse is that you, as your avatar will meet with people in a virtual space in order to replicate being in an actual room with them. VR goggles will be required , … Read More about Meeting in the metaverse: The future of virtual meetings?

Meetings Mean Business Canada releases survey to help prioritize key issues to government

Meetings Mean Business Canada (MMBC) is asking members of the business events industry to take its survey in order to help prioritize the key issues within the industry that need to be communicated and addressed to elected officials at all levels of government over the next few months. The survey is just five short questions and will help MMBC voice to the government the needs and wants of the … Read More about Meetings Mean Business Canada releases survey to help prioritize key issues to government

Metro Toronto Convention Centre has achieved the 2020 TIAO Award of Excellence for Sustainable Tourism

TORONTO - Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) has won the 2020 Tourism Industry Association of Ontario (TIAO) Award of Excellence for Sustainable Tourism. The award is presented to organizations that contribute to practices and promotion of sustainable tourism in Ontario. Sustainability is in the forefront of MTCC’s corporate culture. MTCC has implemented corporate wide programs and … Read More about Metro Toronto Convention Centre has achieved the 2020 TIAO Award of Excellence for Sustainable Tourism

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