PHOTO: DEREK REPCHUK JW Marriott Edmonton ICE District NATURALLY INSPIRING MEETINGS A vibrant destination in a picturesque natural setting, Edmonton boasts state-of-the-art venues, unique cultural attractions, a variety of accommodation options for all tastes and budgets and experts and thought-leaders within its diverse economic landscape. With this array of value for meetings and conferences, Alberta’s capital has the resources and expertise to deliver top-tier business events. EDMONTON: From luxury hotels to boutique properties, and everything in between, more than 12,000 guest rooms are available to host your delegates in Edmonton for small board meetings, private receptions and city-wide events alike. Here is just a sampling of the city’s impressive downtown accommodation options. Perched on the River Valley, the Fairmont Hotel Macdonald’s 198 guest rooms, including the exclusive Fairmont Gold floors, and 13,458 sq. ft. of event space exude modern sophistication. The Empire Ballroom, a designated historical site, boasts 21-ft. ceilings, a private terrace and seats 350 for receptions. Stay in Style Elevate your conference programs by tapping into the expertise and knowledge base of Edmonton’s key economic sectors, including technology and innovation, advanced manufacturing, health and life sciences, agriculture and agribusiness and energy and sustainability. Connect with industry experts Event Profile Canadian Hydrogen Convention April 25-27, 2023 VENUE Edmonton Convention Centre ATTENDEES 8,000+ EVENT DETAILS The Canadian supply chain gather to discuss innovations and solutions for low-carbon hydrogen production, energy infrastructure, storage, utilization and hydrogen’s future as a key fuel. WHY EDMONTON? “The Edmonton region is home to the Hydrogen HUB, where businesses, government leaders and Indigenous communities champion the shift towards a low-carbon future,” says Krystle Holdegaard, marketing manager at dmg events. “Edmonton’s skilled energy labour force and strategic infrastructure make it a great place to host an event such as ours to meet the growing demand for hydrogen.” The next event will take place April 23-25, 2024 and will be the third edition to be hosted at the Edmonton Convention Centre. With 416 well-appointed guest rooms and more than 26,000 sq. ft. of contemporary meeting and event space, the Westin Edmonton in the heart of downtown is ideal for large conferences— accommodating 1,100 theatre-style in the Ballroom—and has the added convenience of being located near the Edmonton Convention Centre. In the dynamic Edmonton ICE District, adjacent to Rogers Place, guests of the upscale 346-room JW Marriott ICE District have quick access to the area’s exclusive sports and entertainment options. The hotel boasts 22,000 sq. ft. of event space and several dining options, including elevated steakhouse, Braven Restaurant. Edmonton Convention Centre 28 | Ignitemag.ca | Sponsored Feature
