Articles tagged “Canada”

The Trump administration’s new tariffs and government travel restrictions are dealing a blow to cross-border business events. With U.S. delegate attendance declining and high-profile cancellations like Canada House at SXSW, the industry faces mounting challenges.

The escalating trade dispute between the U.S. and Canada is sending ripples through the business events sector. Industry leaders caution that tariffs could alter the dynamics of cross-border events.

Whistler, British Columbia, shines as a meetings and incentives destination with its natural beauty and planner-friendly amenities.

The Expanded BMO Centre is opening today in Calgary, and there are plenty more new offerings across Canada.

Meeting Professionals International (MPI) has expanded into Eastern Canada by acquiring an industry event originally created by its three largest chapters in the region.

Meeting and event bookings in Canada are 55 percent of pre-pandemic, and the critical five-year booking window for larger gatherings is 47 percent causing major concern for cities and event venues nationwide.

Sustainability in the meetings and events industry is not often linked to a cultural and social focus. However, Destination Canada Business Events is changing that.