Cape Breton is known for its creativity. From the inventive mind of Alexander Graham Bell

to the musical genius of Natalie McMaster, Cape Breton has inspired great ideas. Maybe

it’s the saltwater breezes, maybe it’s the captivating scenery, or maybe it’s pure magic, but

Cape Breton has a way of nurturing creativity. So if you’re looking for a place to grow your

business ideas, let Cape Breton be your Island of Inspiration.

*Cape Breton Island rated #1 island to visit in continental North America - Travel & Leisure Magazine

www.capebretonpartnership.com

Kevin Hashem, Regional Manager - Aliant

Bell Aliant (TSX: BA.UN) is one of North America’s largest regional communications providers, serving customers in six Canadian provinces with innovative information, communication and technology services including voice, data, Internet, video and value-added business solutions. Through its xwave offices, Bell Aliant also provides IT professional services in Canada and the US. Bell Aliant’s 10,000 employees are committed to deliver the highest quality of customer service, choice and convenience. In Atlantic Canada, communications products and services are delivered to customers through the Aliant brand.

To discover how Cape Breton can become your Island of Inspiration, contact the Cape Breton Partnership at:

Ph: 902-562-7182Fax: 902-562-8856

PO Box 1448, Sydney, NS, B1P 6R7 • Tel: (902) 563-4636 • Fax: (902) 564-5422 • www.cbisland.com • Email: sandra@dcba.ca

historyVisit the largest reconstruction site in North America – Fortress Louis-bourg NationalHistoric Site. Enjoy a guided tour with an animated tour guide, watch can-nons and musket firings and experi-ence life in the 18th century as the Fortress comes alive before your eyes!Nestled in the lakeside community of Baddeck is a tribute to one of the mostinfluential men of the 19th and 20th centuries, Alexander Graham Bell. Visit the site to discover the world’s largest collection of artifacts, pho-tographs and personal mementoes of Dr. Bell, inventor and humanitarian, whose summer home was in Baddeck.

Culture

Don your hard hat and pit boots and get ready for an experience like no other. Travel underground

with a retired miner to experience the former

lifestyle of many Cape Breton families. Hear true stories of men and children as they toiled to make a living below the ocean depths. Ride a simulated mine car and visit a coal mining village complete with country store and restaurant.

CuisineCape Breton Island’s rich culinary offerings date back hun-dreds of years to the Mi’kmaq peo-ple. Since then, French, Scottish, Irish, German, Ukrainian, Polish and many other nations of people have left their mark on the Island’s cuisine.On your trek around the Island, be sure to search out the freshest local seafood and know that our lobster, crab, salmon, swordfish and shark are expertly prepared.

GolfRolling fairways, challenging slopes and pan-oramic ocean vistas await you on our Island courses! For those who enjoy a game of golf while vacationing, Cape Breton Island delivers! Golf is

quickly becom-ing the Island’s signature sport. Our unique landscape provides some of the best backdrops, as well as some of the most challenging terrain, for a great game of golf.

Rare BeautyThe Los Angeles Times wrote, on Aug. 23, 1936, that “in Cape Breton Island, ‘down where the East begins,’ the visitor is enthralled by the unspoiled beauty that greets him everywhere. Rugged shorelines of sheer grandeur. Glens that match those of old Scotland. Valleys of remarkable beauty.”More recently, Travel + Leisure magazine named Cape Breton the best island to visit in the continental United States and Canada in the 2008 World’s Best Awards readers’ survey. The previous year, it listed Fall Festival Season in Cape Breton as one of the top 10 perfect trips in its Ultimate Fall Travel Guide.And in 2006, the magazine ranked Cape Breton Island 10th on the list of Top 10 islands overall in the world and second on the list of the Top 5 islands in the continental United States and Canada.

“Cape Breton Island is ranked #1 among the Top 5 Islands in the Continental U.S. and Canada in Travel + Leisure’s 2008 World’s Best Awards readers’ survey.”

Whether you are hosting a company retreat or an annual convention, there are a variety of facilities from which to choose.

Delegate outings and partners’ programs are a breeze to organize as Cape Breton offers numerous activities for all interests. The adventurous may choose to participate in whale watching, kayaking, hiking and sailing. For the golfer, Golf Digest has ranked Cape Breton Island among the top golf destinations in the world. Both Highlands Links and Bell Bay have been listed in Golf Digest’s North America’s Top Places to Play.

World-class attractions include the Alexander Graham Bell and Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Sites.

Cape Breton offers a culturally diverse and naturally wondrous atmosphere with genuine hospitality and friendliness. Listen as Celtic music fills the air and attend one of the many ceilidhs (Gaelic for party or gathering) that can be found throughout the island.

Sandra MacDonald, General Manager, Destination Cape Breton Association

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Auberge Gisele’s InnThis is a lovely, homey atmosphere. Our room was beautifully deco-rated and roomy. Our meals were superb. This was the best stay of our trip. The setting is very inviting and we were greeted very graciously on the bus.

Holiday Vacations, Wisc.

WHAT OTHERSARE SAYING

Maritime Inn Port Hawkesbury“I have used the Maritime Inn Port Hawkesbury for meetings on several occasions, and will always use their facilities when I am having a meeting in this area.

The rooms are clean and always set to my expectations. The staff are very attentive and pleasant, and truly seem committed to ensuring that I have everything I need to make my meeting a success.

The restaurant has excellent food and prompt service, allowing us to stay on schedule because we don’t have to wait for attendees to return from other places after lunch.

Accommodations are also clean and comfortable, and having free wireless internet allows me to connect to my email and other resources over the internet, keeping me in touch with my office and making it easy to stay on top of things while I am away.

I would, and do, recommend the Maritime Inn Port Hawkesbury for meeting and conference facilities.”

Mike Conrad, Employee Relations Officer, Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union

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Guess Who’s Thinking Cape Breton First?

The more than 1000 visitors from across Canada who participated in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League Draft hosted in Cape Breton in June 2008, that’s who. These visitors experi-enced and shared in our Island’s sports, historic and cultural industry, contributing an economic impact of roughly 2 million to our local economy. To “Think Cape Breton First” makes a difference!

Eileen Lannon Oldford CEO - Cape Breton County Economic Development Authority

77 Kings Rd, Sydney NS B1S 1A2Phone: (902) 562-2201Fax: (902) 562-2866 Toll Free: 1-800-818-2201 www.cbceda.org

Cape Breton is Open for Business!

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SyDNEy - VICTORIA

“Committed to Cape Breton’s Future”902-567-6275Toll Free 1-866-707-9800eykinm1@parl.gc.ca • www.markeyking.ca

GETTINGHERE

Fly Times from Sydney Airport to:

Halifax, Nova Scotia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 hourCharlottetown, PEI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 hoursSt John’s, Newfoundland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 hoursMoncton, New Brunswick . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 hoursMontrea,l Quebec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 hoursOttawa, Ontario . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 hoursToronto, Ontario . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5 hours* Fly Times are approximate and based on best connections with Air Canada

Driving from Sydney to:

Halifax . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.25 hoursPort Hawkesbury . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.03 hoursAmherst . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.33 hoursLouisbourg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 hourGlace Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 hourBaddeck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 hourIngonish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.47 hoursYarmouth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9.05 hours

**Distance and driving times calculated provide an approximate reference, and are calculated from travel data using a combination of the Scenic Travelway routes, trunk and collector highways most often traveled. Highway routes are more direct and therefore faster. Scenic Travelway routes are often secondary roads with travel speeds averaging 80km/hr. Please be prepared to plan your trip based on the type of route you choose.

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TABLE OFCONTENTS

Consider Cape Breton – It’s all in the details 6, 7

Cape Breton Regional Municipality – The island’s urban centre 8,9

Centre 200 – Convention central in Sydney 11

Membertou Trade & Convention Centre – Mi’kmaq traditions, modern venue 13

Joan Harriss Pavilion – For happenings on the harbour 15

Regional attractions – Culture and art museums and more 16

Victoria County – Picture perfect 17

Mi’kmaq attractions – Meeting First Nations culture and history 18

Golf Cape Breton – Spectacular scenery 20

Port Hawkesbury – The island’s gateway 23

Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre – A social and environmental hub 25

Richmond County – Historic seaside venues 26

Inverness County – Arts, culture and sunsets 27

One-stop shop – Conference, meeting space planning guide 28

GETTINGHERE

Welcome to the premier edition of Showcase Cape Breton. This new meeting and convention planning guide is owned and published by Travel Cape Breton Publications. 180 Townsend Street, PO Box 1021, Sydney Nova Scotia Canada B1P 6J7 and will be published annually. Copyright 2008 by Travel Cape Breton Publications. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, without written permission from the publisher.

Showcase Cape Breton takes no responsibilities for errors or omissions. The Publisher reserves the right to edit, classify or reject any advertisement. Showcase Cape Breton is printed by City Printers Limited, Sydney, Nova Scotia.

City Printers Limited180 Townsend StreetPO Box 1021Sydney, Nova Scotia B1P 6J7Tel: 902-564-8245Toll Free (NS) 1-800-565-2489Fax: 902-539-2020www.cityprinters.com

Publisher/General Manager:Blair Oakeblair@cityprinters.com

Project/Advertising Manager:Cathy Lamey cathy@cityprinters.com

Design: Harve Grant

Editorial: Tom Ayers – Jenn Sheppard

Photo’s supplied by Destination Cape Breton Association, Nova Scotia Department of Tourism, Culture, and Heritage, Cape Breton Resorts, Golf Cape Breton, Cape Breton Partnership, Maritime Inn, Auberge Gisele’s Inn, Warren Gordon and Harve Grant.

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CONSIDER CAPE BRETONLargest City: Sydney is the largest urban centre of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM), the third largest metropolitan area in Atlantic Canada. In addition to Sydney, CBRM is made up of a number of smaller communities that includes New Waterford, Glace Bay, Louisbourg, Sydney River, North Sydney and Sydney Mines, plus many smaller communities and the rural area of the county.

Area Code: The telephone area code for Cape Breton Island is (902).

Time Zone: The full name is Atlantic Daylight Time (ADT). ADT is three hours behind Co-ordinated Universal Time (UTC). ADT is a daylight saving time/summer time zone. During the winter AST is used.

Sunday Shopping: Most Sydney retail outlets are open for business seven days a week, including the largest mall on the island – The Mayflower Mall. Most Sunday shopping hours are

Little details can make the difference in a successful conference or event

between 12 noon and 5 p.m., although not all stores on the island are open Sundays.

Services: Sydney’s services include accommodations, banks, university and community colleges, restaurants, shopping areas, police, hospitals, parks, museums, recreational facilities, harbour cruises, an airport and a bus terminal. The city is also a major cruise ship destination.

Climate: A varied, yet moderate climate is the best description for Cape Breton. Thanks to the influence of the Gulf Stream, temperatures along the coast are often cooler, while inland is typically warmer. The waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, on the island’s west side, are some of the warmest waters north of the Carolinas in the U.S. Average daily temperatures are 10-17 degrees Celsius (50-63 Fahrenheit) spring and fall, and 20-25C (68-77F) in summer. Winter temperatures vary between -2 and -6 degrees Celsius (21-28F).

Holidays:

New Year’s Day ( January 1) Good Friday Easter Monday Victoria Day (third Monday in May) Canada Day ( July 1) Civic Holiday (first Monday in August) Labour Day (first Monday in September) Thanksgiving Day (second Monday in October) Remembrance Day (November 11) Christmas Day (December 25) Boxing Day (December 26)

Customs and Immigration: As polices change often we recommend that you contact Canada Customs and Immigration for specific passport and declaration requirements. Border Information Service is a computerized, 24-hour telephone service that provides general information for personal travel, import/export businesses, several currency exchange rates and other services. For more in-depth information, you can speak directly to an agent during regular business hours, Monday-Friday (8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Central time, except holidays. For service in English from outside Canada, call 204-983-3500 (long distance charges apply).

Currency: The unit of currency is the Canadian dollar. Major credit cards and debit cards are widely accepted. Automatic teller machines (ATMs) are located in most communities across the Island. HST (Harmonized Sales Tax) of 13% applies to every purchase

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of goods and services. Foreign visitors are entitled to a rebate of the HST on eligible goods taken out of Canada within 60 days and on short-term accommodations.

Travel to Cape Breton: Visitors can fly into the Sydney Airport, www.sydneyairport.ca, which will put you within close proximity to all island conference facilities and accommodations, or fly into the Halifax International airport and enjoy a scenic drive to Cape Breton Island. Several shuttle bus companies also operate between Halifax, the Halifax airport and the communities of Cape Breton, including Sydney.

Sydney Airport: Sydney Airport is ambassador to the multitude of travellers who come from all over the globe to do business, to witness the majestic scenery, to experience Cape Breton’s hospitality and culture and to just plain relax. A short drive from Sydney Airport will connect visitors to most major attractions and

accommodations in Cape Breton. Vehicle rental services are readily available, as well as over two dozen taxi services.

Attractions: Cape Breton boasts a grand offering of attractions and sites, including cultural venues, art galleries, dance companies, historic sites and interpretive centres, museums, places of worship and religious sites, theatres and auditoriums, lighthouses, parks and gardens, waterfalls, ski hills and snowboard parks, and beaches. For a complete detailed listing of these and other Cape Breton attractions visit: capebreton.worldweb.com/SightsAttractions

Hospitals and Medical: The Cape Breton District Health Authority operates 10 hospitals, continuing care and rehabilitation facilities, public health services and other related services.

The Cape Breton Regional Hospital, the second largest hospital in Nova

Scotia, is the major referral centre for Cape Breton Island and serves Sydney and surrounding areas. It includes the Cape Breton Cancer Centre, one of the most modern cancer institutions in the Maritimes.

The Guysborough Antigonish Strait Health Authority operates hospitals and health services at the southern end of Cape Breton Island.

SURVEY SAYS2008 – Travel + Leisure magazine names Cape Breton the best island to visit in the continental United States and Canada in its World’s Best Awards readers’ survey

2008 –Fodor’s Travel News ranks Cape Breton as an Island Paradise

2007 – Travel + Leisure magazine lists Fall Festival Season in Cape Breton as one of the top 10 perfect trips in its Ultimate Fall Travel Guide

2006 – Travel + Leisure magazine places Cape Breton Island 10th on the list of Top 10 islands overall in the world and second on the list of the Top 5 islands in the continental United States and Canada

2004 – National Geographic’s Traveler Magazine rates Cape Breton second on its destinations poll

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The Cape Breton Regional Municipality, known locally as CBRM, is the second largest municipality in the province of Nova Scotia. It is an amalgamation of the former industrial towns of Dominion, New Waterford, Glace Bay, Sydney, North Sydney and Sydney Mines, plus the fishing community of Louisbourg and the smaller surrounding communities that used to make up Cape Breton County.

The region’s population of 105,968 is spread out across an area of approximately 2,500 square kilometres on the northeastern side of Cape Breton island.

The island is ideally located next to the strait that connects the cold North Atlantic Ocean to the warmer waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence and its seaway connection to the major markets in central Canada and the U.S. eastern seaboard and midwest. Situated directly across from Newfoundland, CBRM is close to George’s Bank and some of the richest fishing grounds in the world.

CAPE BRETONREGIONAL MUNICIPALITY

For those reasons, the area is rich with the history of the earliest settlements in North America after European explorers discovered the nearby island’s wealth of coal and wood. The abundance of coal, in particular, led to the establishment of a steel making industry that powered much of Canada’s industrial growth throughout the twentieth century.

In addition to its historical importance as a resource base for the country, the island’s rugged beauty has remained. Thus, Cape Breton is consistently ranked among the best travel destinations in the world. Natural attractions include renowned mountains, waterfalls and beaches and modern developments range from stunning golf courses to world-class historical sites. Eco-tourism is becoming popular, as well, with seasonal sea kayaking and whale watching tours available, along with some of the finest skiing venues in the Maritimes.

The diverse cultural history of the region is on display year-round, with

numerous community festivals and attractions.

The area’s first inhabitants, the Mi’kmaq (pronounced MIG-ma) people, continue to have a vital cultural and economic stake in island society.

CBRM encompasses two of Cape Breton island’s five Mi’kmaq First Nation communities. Eskasoni is one of the largest First Nation communities in Nova Scotia, and is located on the shores of Bras d’Or Lake, a large inland sea.

Membertou First Nation is situated within the urban area of Sydney and is considered one of the most progressive First Nation communities in Canada. The Membertou Trade and Convention Centre is the newest such facility in CBRM, successfully blending modern conveniences and comforts with traditional Mi’kmaq decor.

To get an idea of some of the region’s museums, parks and attractions, please see page 16.

On behalf of the citizens of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality, please accept my personal welcome to this most beautiful region of Canada.

Our island’s strategic location on the tip of eastern North America is well complemented by the rugged scenery of Cape Breton, which is consistently ranked among the most beautiful islands in the world. In addition to our Island’s magnificent natural beauty, the CBRM is comprised of a diverse cultural fabric, and our people are generous, hospitable, and hard-working.

I hope that you will have an opportunity to visit and explore all that this unique part of Canada has to offer.

Yours truly,

Mayor John W. Morgan, B.Sc., M.B.A./LL.B. Cape Breton Regional Municipality

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• Partner/family programs

your event | our facility | extraordinary

Carol BeatonT. 902 270 7491

carol@capebretoncraft.com

www.capebretoncraft.com

MEETINGS &CONVENTIONS

There are 1,243 rooms available at hotels, motels, inns and bed-and-breakfast operations in CBRM. The municipality has four large hotels with over 100 rooms each, three of which are located downtown within easy walking distance from shops, restaurants and nightclubs.

In addition to boardroom and meeting space at local hotels, Sydney boasts three full-scale convention facilities with rooms of various sizes:

• Centre 200 is Sydney’s downtown meeting space, connected to Casino Nova Scotia and the C200 hockey arena

• The Joan Harriss Pavilion is located

on Sydney’s waterfront next to downtown

• The Membertou Trade & Convention Centre is a five-minute drive from downtown

Two 18-hole golf courses are located within a 10-15 minute drive from Sydney, and the island has a total of nine 18-hole courses to choose from, including the top-rated Highlands Links Golf Course in Ingonish, as well as several nine-hole courses and driving ranges.

The island’s economy has undergone a rapid and dynamic transition as the former industrial and resource base has been replaced by light industry, service

sector jobs and knowledge-based commerce. The potential development of a large undersea coal mine is highly anticipated, but Cape Bretoners are increasingly embracing new energy opportunities from wind power, coal-bed methane and geothermal sources. A proposed seaport container terminal valued at $200 million has area residents and the business community planning new commercial ventures to support increasing global opportunities.

The region already has well developed industrial parks, relatively inexpensive land, competitive taxes and a university and community college geared towards educating the next generation of community leaders, workers and entrepreneurs. And CBRM was recently ranked among the most competitive locations in North America to conduct business, according to global professional services firm KPMG.

Transportation options include modern highways, rail, sea and airport access, and high-speed Internet is being extended across the island.

Several business development agencies, supported by municipal, provincial and federal governments, provide valuable advice and assistance to anyone considering starting a new enterprise or expanding an existing operation.

Independent business networking agencies can also be helpful, including the Sydney and Area Chamber of Commerce, the Cape Breton chapter of the Junior Chamber International, and the YMCA Entrepreneur Centre.

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CONVENTION • EXHIBITION • SPORTS • ENTERTAINMENT

481 GEORGE STREET, PO BOX 1510, SYDNEY, NOVA SCOTIA B1P 6R7TEL (902) 564-2200 • BOX OFFICE (902) 564-6668 • FAX (902) 539-4598

blbrewer@cbrm.ns.ca • www.centre200.ca

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CENTRE 200Whether you’re searching for some great entertainment or a place to gather with colleagues, Centre 200 can meet all your needs. Named for the anniversary of the founding of the City of Sydney, the massive venue was constructed as a bicentennial project of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality (CBRM) to take the place of the old Sydney Forum.

When the Canada Winter Games came to Cape Breton in 1987 looking for a specialized multi-sport venue, the newly-constructed Centre 200 building and staff members rose to the occasion by combining efficient amenities with just the right amount of Cape Breton hospitality. The event was a tremendous success and Centre 200 was quickly assigned the title of Cape Breton’s Entertainment Showplace.

Located in the heart of downtown Sydney, Centre 200 is within walking distance of the many shops and stores of bustling Charlotte Street, or the tranquil setting of the nearby duck-filled ponds at Wentworth Park. Just a stone’s throw away from grocery stores and great Sydney restaurants, the reflective glass George Street location is hard to miss. And just next door, visitors and residents can mingle in the exciting atmosphere of Casino Nova Scotia.

A unique lighting grid and sound system compliments the theatre space inside Centre 200 and ensures uncompromising sound quality for all events. A full kitchen can serve up to 1,000 people for any type of function, and the venue’s box office handles ticket sales for in-house events and manages sales and box office services for other outlets.

from convention centre to exhibition arena, or to a sports or entertainment facility. The location is also well-equipped and flexible enough to meet special needs. The obstruction-free arena, with seating for 4,881 people, is capable of expanding to 6,500 seats. Meeting rooms accommodate up to 150 people and the concourse areas are perfect for banquets, smaller performance events or even wedding receptions. The main arena has exhibit space of 17,000 sq. ft., expandable by another 3,000 sq. ft, if required.

Big-name musical events, monster truck rallies, conventions, tradeshows and high-end fancy dinner galas . . . Centre 200 has seen and done it all!

Contact:Centre 200481 George Street, PO Box 1510 Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P 6R7(902) 564 2200 or (902) 564 6668

“Centre 200 hosted the first annual Cape Breton Auto Show June 28-29, 2008, and it was a great success. It was evident that Centre 200 staff worked very hard to prepare the facility, which is no small task. Plans are already underway for the 2009 Cape Breton Auto Show and our club members are eager to participate. Our hats are off to the organizing committee and the facility and we hope to be part of this event for many years to come.”

Herb Martell, PresidentCape Breton Antique and

Custom Car Club

As one of the island’s most versatile spaces, Centre 200 can expertly switch

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MEMBERTOU TRADE& CONVENTION CENTRE

The Membertou Trade and Convention Centre is a culturally distinct facility that features modern architecture and tasteful décor. Virtually every room offers great views with an abundance of natural light. Add acclaimed Mi’kmaq First Nation artwork and artifacts, and the spectacular beauty of Cape Breton, and you have a conference experience unmatched anywhere.

The 47,000 sq. ft. facility can accommodate any event, from the most exclusive reception to a 900-seat concert experience. The Centre incorporates sophisticated conference and meeting space including a 10,000 sq. ft. Great Hall, individual conference and breakout rooms, an executive boardroom, multi-purpose room, and full catering and banquet services. The facility also offers the very latest in video conferencing technology, projection systems, sound systems and audio equipment. Smart Carts and wireless Internet allow you to take your presentation anywhere in the building.

Upstairs, the modern atmosphere of Mescalero’s Open Grill Steak House includes a 150-seat restaurant and 40-seat summer patio. With over 45 years combined experience, the Executive Chefs are proud to offer an extensive menu with something for every taste, including hand-selected cuts of Canadian Certified AAA Angus beef cooked over an open flame grill, and fresh Atlantic seafood.

In the Petroglyphs Gift Shop, visitors can take a little piece of authentic Canadian culture home. The shop specializes in Aboriginal arts and crafts from across Canada and carries a wide arrangement of traditional and contemporary Mi’kmaq arts and crafts made locally in Atlantic Canada; and

for the collector: Aboriginal fine art is available, as well.

Event planning, security services, audio-visual equipment rental, in-house photography services, photocopying and faxing services, in-house dining and even a gift shop… the list is endless at the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre.

With its elegant atmosphere, great view, current technology and first-class service from the staff, the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre has all the ingredients to make any event a success, and it’s all available under one roof!

The MTCC is also close to downtown Sydney’s boutiques, restaurants and souvenir shops, as well as the newly re-designed waterfront area, offering visitors a gorgeous view of Sydney harbour.

Contact:Membertou Trade and Convention Centre50 Maillard Street,Membertou, N.S. B1S 3W3(902) 562-6826(902) 562-6828

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Contact for Conferences, Meetings & Events74 Esplanade, Sydney, Nova Scotia B1P 1A1

1 902 564 0800info@sydneyport.ca www.portofsydney.ca

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JOAN HARRISSPAVILION

When you need a special place to hold a special event, look no further than the beautiful Joan Harriss Pavilion, located on the downtown Sydney waterfront. The facility handles just about every kind of event, indoors or out, with ease.

From land, sea or sky – it’s just not possible to overlook the iconic world’s tallest steel fiddle, standing 55 feet high and facing the harbour. Although the fiddle might be one of the first things you see as you enter the spacious parking area, more excitement is in store as you make your way through the uniquely designed multi-function facility. The site has played host to events such as the East Coast Music Awards and the Celtic Colours International Festival, along with many other highly acclaimed events of every size and genre, including weddings.

With a spectacular sunset view of the harbour, the Joan Harriss Pavilion is within walking distance of Sydney hotels, restaurants, shopping centres and boutiques. The building is accessible directly from the Esplanade,

a street that parallels the waterfront, and visitors can make their way to popular Sydney attractions, museums and churches using nearby downtown streets or via the harbour boardwalk.

As an indoor performance venue with seating for over 1,300, as well as smaller rooms for 90 or 100 people, the Joan Harriss Pavilion is able to handle just about any type of event, with ample parking. An intimate performance space called the Lighthouse Stage has seating for up to 300 people, complete with a

lighthouse and audio-visual theatre. The venue also boasts an outdoor summertime stage with room for an

audience of up to 8,000.

Need some breakout rooms for your convention? The pavilion has eight rooms, with data and communications ports in all spaces. Food and beverage services are also available, and the facility carries most of the accessories necessary for a successful convention, trade show or intimate gathering.

Whatever your needs or tastes, the Joan Harriss Pavilion delivers. With a fast-growing reputation as a great place to do business, this Sydney facility is ready to meet the world.

Contact:Bernadette MacNeil Manager, Cruise Marketing & Development - 902 564 4377

Victor J. Harriss, husband of the late Joan Harriss with The Honourable Myra A. Freeman and Sydney Port Corporation Boardmember Curdis Karrel at the Dedication Ceremony.

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Attractions within Cape Breton Regional Municipality:

• Cape Breton Centre for Craft and Design – a modern artisan gallery offering workshops, business training and special events, located in downtown Sydney

in community development with facilities in Glace Bay, Port Hawkesbury and Ironville, as well as a main office and fitness/recreation centre in downtown Sydney

• Savoy Theatre – a historic, beautifully preserved Victorian show house and stage located in downtown Glace Bay

• Glace Bay Miners Museum – travel down into the mine shaft under the Atlantic Ocean on a tour with a retired coal miner, and learn the history of coal mining in Cape Breton

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ATTRACTIONS

• Two Rivers Wildlife Park – an outdoor wildlife park and petting zoo with acres of space for family activities and events, nestled along the Mira River near Marion Bridge

• Sydney Mines Fossil Centre – displaying a large collection of plant impressions left behind from the Carboniferous era

• Fortress of Louisbourg – tour an 18th-century French fort and learn about life for early settlers and military animators at Parks Canada’s largest historical restoration site

• Cape Breton Regional Library – with branches throughout CBRM, and a Community Access Program site at the McConnell Memorial Library for public Internet use in downtown Sydney

• Cape Breton Family YMCA – a charitable organization involved

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VICTORIACOUNTY

Victoria County extends northward through central Cape Breton Island and contains much of Cape Breton Highlands National Park and half of the famous Cabot Trail. The county seat is in the picturesque and historic village of Baddeck, situated on the Bras d’Or Lake and home to Alexander Graham Bell’s former summer residence.

Because of the county’s rugged beauty and vast expanse of wilderness, accommodations vary with over 30 lodging options that include bed-and-breakfast facilities, motels, hotels and resorts.

Victoria County is home to hiking trails, superb fly fishing for trout and

Atlantic salmon, and scenic east coast fishing communities. Lobster, mussels and crab are fresh from the sea, and seasonal festivals reflect centuries-old maritime traditions.

Golf courses include the legendary Highland Links, which has been named the No. 1 public course in Canada.

What more can be said about the superlative Cabot Trail? Mountain vistas, ocean views, hiking and fishing, waterfalls, whale watching tours and more. The trail can be done in a half-day, but most visitors find they need a day to enjoy a relaxing trip, and many return to catch up on attractions they missed the first time around. And in

the fall, the vibrant red, orange and yellow of the hardwood trees blends with the green of softwoods to produce some of the most spectacular visual effects found in nature.

Some of the world-class attractions:

- Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, Baddeck

- Wagmatcook Culture and Heritage Centre

- Gaelic College of Celtic Arts and Crafts, St. Ann’s Bay

- Bras d’Or Lake Scenic Drive and Interpretive Centre

- Nova Scotia Highland Village Museum, Iona

- Octagon Arts Centre (adjacent to Markland Resort), Dingwall

See visitvictoriacounty.com for travel and accommodation information, including events and schedules, as well as an interactive travel planning guide and visitor services.

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The Journey and Spirit of the Mi’kmaq • state-of-the-artmeetingandconventionfacilities • accommodatinggroupsupto500 • onsitecatering • videoproductionavailable • multi-mediaroom • numerousbreakoutrooms • traditionaldisplaysandgiftshop

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The Mi’kmaq culture and tradition, which dates back millennia in Cape Breton, is vibrant today, blending the old world with the new in modern community facilities that rival some of the best in Atlantic Canada.

In addition to the Membertou First Nation, with its world-class facilities in the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre, Cape Breton’s four other Mi’kmaq communities have a wide variety of meeting spaces and cultural events that would make any gathering memorable.

The Wagmatcook Culture and Heritage Centre, with on-site restaurant and gift shop, offers a true taste of the authentic Mi’kmaq way of life. The unique centre – located a little over an hour

from Sydney near Baddeck – provides a glimpse into the rich history of the Mi’kmaq people with an interpretive learning experience for children and adults alike. It also offers state-of-the-art conference and meeting amenities, with a tremendous performance venue comfortably seating 350 banquet-style and up to 600 theatre-style. A boardroom offers a smaller setting for meetings and workshops. Call toll-free, 1-866-295-2999.

The smaller Waycobah First Nation, near Wagmatcook, also offers boardroom space in its band council chambers, seating up to 30 people. For information, call 902-756-2538.

The Chapel Island First Nation, on the southeast shore of the Bras d’Or

Lake, is the oldest aboriginal reserve in Cape Breton, dating back to the 1700s. The community hall seats around 200 people, and the community hosts several summer and winter cultural events. For more information, contact the band office, 902-535-3317.

The Eskasoni First Nation, less than an hour from Sydney and nestled on the inner shores of the Bras d’Or Lake, is a vibrant community with diverse commercial interests, and is the largest First Nation community east of Montreal. The Sarah Denny Cultural Centre, with full sound and audio/visual facilities, kitchen and catering, can accommodate up to 300 people. For information, call 902-379-2298.

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- Come to Baddeck, your meeting destination for 2009 -

1909The flight took place on the frozen Bras d’Or Lake at Baddeck on Cape Breton

Island in Nova Scotia, near Beinn Breagh, the home of inventor Alexander

Graham Bell. Before a crowd of astonished onlookers, J.A.D. McCurdy took off and piloted the plane for about

half a kilometre along the shoreline before making a smooth landing.

The countdown to the celebrations surrounding the 100th anniversary

of Canada’s first controlled, powered flight has officially begun. This historic flight was the result of months of focused effort by the members of the Aerial Experiment Association. The achievements of this group and its members were numerous and significant, making

international aviation history.

The year 2009 promises to host one of Canada’s most

exciting celebrations ever! J.A.D. McCurdy’s flight of the Silver Dart off the ice of Baddeck Bay on February 23, 1909 helped shape the history of aviation in our country and the world.

902-295-2009 or www.firstflight2009.ca

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CAPE BRETON OFFERS TOP-NOTCH GOLF AND MUCH MORE

Go to www.cbisland.com or call 1.800.565.5660

Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Island is home to fantastic scenery, foot-stomping Celtic music and delicious seafood. But maybe you’re not aware that this special place is also a quality golf destination offering a diverse mix of beautiful courses that thrill and challenge players of all levels plus fi rst-rate accommodations featuring seaside cottages and deluxe rooms.

A quality golf experienceAs a golfi ng destination, Cape Breton is ranked 29th best in the world by Golf Digest. Among the island’s top courses are the renowned Highlands Links – ranked the number one public course in Canada by ScoreGolf and one of the world’s top 100 courses by Golf Magazine. There’s also championship-level Bell Bay (ranked 40th overall in Canada), scenic Le Portage, and family-oriented Dundee Resort and Golf Club.

Together, these four courses comprise Golf Cape Breton, a partnership designed to provide visitors with a quality golf experience while also introducing them to some of the island’s other attributes.

Stunning vistasTravel + Leisure ranks Cape Breton the #1 island to visit in continental North America, National Geographic Traveler calls it one of “50 places of a lifetime”, and Condé Nast Traveler has said it’s the most scenic island in the world. You’ll soon

learn why Cape Breton is known as ‘Nova Scotia’s masterpiece’.

Here, you’ll fi nd an environment that’s rugged and untouched. You’ll see wildlife unique to the region, including moose, bears, fox, coyotes, lynx and bobcats. You’ll discover the spectacular seacoast, valleys, and highlands.

The four courses of Golf Cape Breton and Cape Breton Resorts properties are all located on or near The Cabot Trail, which The Lonely Planet calls one of North America’s best road trips and most scenic drives.

Experience a vibrant cultureWhether you’re coming home or visiting for the fi rst time, you’ll receive the same warm welcome. Cape Bretoners are genuine, authentic and friendly. You’ll fi nd this holds true whether you’re playing golf at one of the four courses of Golf Cape Breton, or enjoying local entertainers at the Thirsty Hiker Pub in Ingonish or enjoying a seafood dinner at the Thistle Dining Room at the Keltic Lodge in Ingonish.

Along with the hospitality, you’re also sure to enjoy the vibrant culture found here. All over the island, you’ll fi nd ceilidhs at community halls, where toe-tapping fi ddle music and traditional step dancing abound. You’ll also enjoy the fresh seafood and

hearty home cooking that’s so much a part of the place. At Dundee Resort the homestyle cooking is a treat along with the friendly staff and outdoor barbeques.

The Perfect Conference DestinationCape Breton Island offers beautiful conference facilities featuring an abundance of activities, including lively Celtic entertainment and an Island that is perfect for exploring. The service and hospitality is second to none and the awe-inspiring surroundings are breath-taking. Cape Breton Island not only has the ideal location to get the ideas fl owing, the conference facilities have all of the latest technology and business services to get the job done. If that is not enough to get your attention what about the fact that the team building opportunities are endless, from golfi ng the fabulous courses to hiking some of the best trails in the country and sailing on the Bras d’Or Lakes – this would be a conference event your delegates would not soon forget.

Planning a Conference in Nova Scotia?Put Cape Breton Island on your list and let us show you what we have to offer. If you are already booked, let us provide you with some pre and post conference ideas that will impress your delegates. From golfi ng to exploring to family fun – we have it all. Go to www.cbisland.com.

Incredible scenery, unique culture part of the allure

The way business should be.

Dundee Resort and Golf Club Cabot Trail Glenghorm Beach Highlands Links

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CAPE BRETON OFFERS TOP-NOTCH GOLF AND MUCH MORE

• Three great locations• High speed internet• 300 Theatre-style Seating• Fantastic Dining• World class golf and sailing• Amazing outdoor team building outdoor adventures• Celtic fiddling, dancing and song

CAPE BRETON RESORTS Premier meeting facilities on Cape Breton Island offers:

Location. Location. Inspiration.Spectacular waterside venues, award-winning golf courses, meeting facilities and impeccable service are closer than you think.

Plus Cape Breton Resorts makes event planning as e-asy as:

1. Go to: www.novascotiameetings.com2. Click on Event Planning Tool3. Plan your conference or event!

Call or click today! 1.800.565.5660 www.novascotiameetings.com

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INVERARY RESORT, Baddeck. DUNDEE RESORT & GOLF CLUB, West Bay. GLENGHORM BEACH RESORT, Ingonish

Highlands Links

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Cape Breton Island has all your Meeting and Convention Planning requirements. Allow us to make your planning easy. Details and contact information for island wide services in-cluding but not limited to the following can be accessed at www.cbisland.com or by phoning Destination Cape Breton Association at (902) 563-4636.

GROUP SERVICINGEntertainmentPromotional MaterialsVisitor GuidesSlides, videos, pictures

Do you need to package a perfectly wrapped gift every time?Do you need to reduce time wrapping your corporate give away gifts?Do you need a method to distinguish your company at conventions and ceremonies? Do you need a unique way to promote your corporate identity and message?The Original Greeting Tag Co. has a Simple Solution for Your Needs. Hang our patented Greeting Tag on our gift bag. Create a perfectly wrapped gift in half the time. Slip our Toast Toppers around the stem of your wine glass and stand out in the crowd.Let us customize the Greeting Tag and Toast Topper with your targeted message and company logo and you have a creative means to brand your company. We do it all for you here in Inverness, Nova Scotia. Call 902-258-TAGS or visit us at www.theoriginalgreetingtags.com

MEETING SERVICESProgram ServicesCatering CompaniesOffice SuppliesFloristsTransportation/Tours/car rentalsPre and Post conference planningSpeakers and FacilitatorsPrinting and Publication Companies

Secondary ServicesPhotographers & VideographersBanners & Signage CompaniesNovelty SuppliersSpa & Wellness facilitiesTeam Building ActivitiesInterior Design and Décor companies

MEETING & CONVENTION

SERVICES

For Pre & Post Activities visit

www.cbisland.com

1.800.565.0444keltic@kelticlodge.ca

www.kelticlodgeresort.com

As one of the World’s Top 100 Courses (#79, Golf Magazine, 2007) and Canada’s #1 Public Course (SCOREgolf Magazine, 2008 & Golf Magazine 2007) for the third consecutive year, Highlands Links represents the essence and purity of golf as it was meant to be played. The Highlands Links and the Keltic Lodge Resort share the vista, between the majesty of the Cape Breton Highlands and the roar of the Atlantic Ocean, the combination of both have grown into a national treasure. Make it the highlight of your next meeting or event.

1.800.441.1118highlands.links@ns.sympatico .cawww.highlandslinksgolf.com

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Pictou • Antigonish • Port Hawkesbury • Baddeck

www.maritimeinns.com

1-888-662-7484

Maritime InnPort Hawkesbury

717 Reeves Street, Port HawkesburyEmail phadmin@maritimeinns.com

Located halfway between Halifax andSydney, Maritime Inn Port Hawkesburyhas conference rooms, break-off roomsand can accommodate over 100 peoplein the largest room. Full catering serviceis provided by the area’s best Food andBeverage team. Complete with wirelesshigh speed internet, accommodationsinclude our newly renovated ExecutiveWing. Take advantage of the excellentvalue and focused atmosphere offeredat Maritime Inn Port Hawkesbury.

PORT HAWKESBURYShipbuilding and fishing helped establish the community of Port Hawkesbury in the 1700s, and today the town has flourished into a modern industrial and commercial centre with an ice-free deep-water port, supporting marine, pulp and paper and petrochemical industries, among many others.

About half-way between Sydney and Halifax, across the Canso Strait from mainland Nova Scotia, it is the gateway community to Cape Breton Island for travellers by road.

The Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre is the town’s crown jewel, an internationally recognized, environmentally friendly convention

and meeting space with concert and sports arena, gift shop and art gallery.

The town also boasts a swimming pool, racquetball courts, walking track, community recreational trails, shopping, dining, a small regional airport, several motels and a branch campus of the Nova Scotia Community College.

The annual summer concert series attracts thousands of visitors, and the canal attracts sport fishing enthusiasts looking for a wide variety of marine life.

The locks also move plenty of commercial and recreational marine traffic between the North Atlantic Ocean and the warmer waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

It’s no exaggeration that there’s always something going on in Port Hawkesbury, and the warm, friendly residents are always ready to welcome visitors individually or in groups.

For more information on venues and accommodations in the region, call 902- 625-7891.

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PORT HAWKESBURYCIVIC CENTRE

Sitting proudly on the shores of the Strait of Canso, the Town of Port Hawkesbury has become a top-notch, commercial and recreation area; thanks in no small part to the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre. Officially opened on November 26, 2004, the centre is described as the most important piece of social infrastructure in the community. “Believe it!” became the mantra of a town, driven to realize their dream of building a landmark structure that would define the intentions of the people of Port Hawkesbury and their hopes for the future. As a focal point for the region, the centre offers all the necessary elements to guarantee the success of any function or event.

Owned and occupied by the Town of Port Hawkesbury, the Civic Centre houses twenty-two permanent occupants, composed of management, municipal and YMCA staff. The space is also shared by contract and part-time workers. During a regular week the centre plays host to a continuous flow of roughly 2800 happy visitors, using the facility for a multitude of reasons.

The Arena itself has 1,000 fixed seats, with the capacity on the arena floor to host 1,000 seats when set up theatre style, or 700 seats as a banquet lay-out, making it the perfect space to host trade shows or live performances with top-notch entertainers. Conference rooms, a gallery space, a dance studio, a fitness area, racquet ball courts, and even a walking track all add to the facility’s attractiveness for local visitors or out-of-towners.

In 2005, the centre showed off Cape Breton hospitality in a big way when it housed the largest sporting event to visit the Strait area. The Grand Slam Curling World Tour came to Port Hawkesbury and took the town by storm for four full days with intense competitions.

In 2006, Business Weekly listed the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre as one of the top ten sports stadiums in the world mainly due to the facility’s “green factor”. The creation of this “green” facility has rendered the Town of Port Hawkesbury a pioneer in its own right. In fact, the arena portion of the Civic Centre is the first of its kind in North America to successfully harness the power of natural daylight to illuminate the ice surface. The indoor environment of the smartly-designed centre as well as its maintenance program has been carefully planned to ensure that healthy and resource-efficient surroundings are continuously promoted. Air quality is sensory-protected, and paint and carpets were selected based on their low levels of volatile organic compounds (VOC). Free air flow direct from outdoors is promoted through the centre’s

operable windows and the facility is cleaned using biodegradable cleaning products. Staff members prefer to use lap-top computers as opposed to desktop modules to further reduce energy consumption and email efficiently replaces paper messaging to reduce paper consumption.

As a central and highly visible structure, the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre serves town residents, tourists and the business community alike. Adjacent to the local high school and commercial district, the civic centre is impossible to miss, as passers-by travel the main road through the town. Visitors from out of town will find easy-access to major grocery stores, clothing stores and restaurants from the ever-efficient structure.

Offering a complete business equipment package, the smartly-designed centre is a logical choice for individuals or businesses wanting to make use of LCD and video conferencing services. It also offers wireless connectivity, a full-service business centre, as well as catering and kitchen facilities. The space also houses an arena, a fitness centre, a dance studio, a performance space, gallery space, and municipal offices. Rooms are flexible in size and can be configured to match your meeting needs.

Contact:Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre606 Reeves Street, Port Hawkesbury,Nova Scotia, B9A 2R7(902) 625 2591

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RICHMONDCOUNTY

Richmond County, located on Cape Breton Island’s southeast side, is a treasure to explore by land or by sea, with its Acadian, Scottish and Mi’kmaq cultural sites, seemingly endless sandy beaches – some of which are among Nova Scotia’s prime surfing destinations – and fishing communities, marinas and public boat launches.

St. Peter’s Canal, built between 1845 and 1869 and one of Canada’s national historic sites, is Canada’s oldest tidal lock canal. It bisects the county and joins the Atlantic Ocean to the Bras d’Or Lake, and evolved from a land-based portage route used by the Mi’kmaq and early settlers and explorers. Today, the locks move commercial and private craft between the ocean and Canada’s only inland sea, bringing many sailors from around the world for summer regattas and pleasure cruises. The historic site includes a picnic area, interpretive exhibit and the 19th-century lockmaster’s house, a remnant reminding us of the region’s importance to European settlers and Mi’kmaq.

The Battery Park lighthouse marks the entrance to the canal, and the park is an extremely popular destination for hikers and history enthusiasts. Features include a picnic area, unsupervised beach, archaeological ruins of Fort Dorchester, a lime kiln, and an old farmstead. Interpretive signs explain

the area’s Mi’kmaq history.

Isle Madame, an island just off the Cape Breton coast connected by a short causeway, is dotted with early Basque, French and Acadian fishing villages, and its history and culture are reflected in the various community halls, bed-and-breakfast facilities and musical and artistic activities, events and festivals. The history of sailing ships is a popular stop at LeNoir Forge in the community of Arichat on Isle Madame.

Opportunities to explore abound on Richmond County’s walking trails, and visitors can also cycle, kayak or drive to lighthouses, rocky coastal outcrops and sandy beaches.

In addition to Battery Park at St. Peter’s, Richmond County is home to

five other provincial parks that range from roadside picnic areas with scenic outlooks high above the Bras d’Or Lake at Irish Cove, to lighthouses and beaches on the ocean shore. For information on provincial parks, call (902) 535-2032 or visit: www.parks.gov.ns.ca.

Dundee Resort and Golf Club, in West Bay, offers luxurious accommodations and plenty of activities for the family or the discerning traveller, while other regional accommodations include bed-and-breakfasts and motels.

Dining options throughout the county range from take-outs to tea rooms, and fast food to fine dining.

For more information, visit www.richmondcounty.ca/tourism

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INVERNESSCOUNTY

The Town of Port Hawkesbury has become a top-notch commercial and recreation centre, thanks in no small part to the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre, which is described as the most important piece of social infrastructure in the community. As a focal point for the region, the centre offers all the elements to guarantee success for any function or event.

The centre houses an arena, fitness centre, dance studio, performance space, gallery, and municipal government offices.

The arena has 1,000 fixed seats, with the capacity on the arena floor to host an additional 1,000 seats set up theatre-style, or 700 seats in a banquet layout, making it the perfect space to host trade shows or live performances with world-class entertainers.

Conference rooms, racquetball courts, and even a walking track all add to the facility’s attractiveness for local visitors or out-of-towners.

In 2005, the centre showed off Cape Breton hospitality when it housed the largest sporting event to visit the Strait area: the Grand Slam Curling World Tour.

In 2006, Business Weekly magazine listed the Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre as one of the top-10 sports facilities in the world, mainly due to its environmental infrastructure. The arena is the first of its kind in North America to successfully harness the power of natural daylight to illuminate the ice surface. The facility and its maintenance program have been carefully planned to ensure that healthy and resource-efficient surroundings are continuously promoted.

As a central and highly visible structure, the centre serves town residents, tourists and the business community. Adjacent to the local high school and its swimming pool, and next to the commercial district, visitors will find easy access to major grocery stores, clothing stores and restaurants.

Offering a complete business equipment package, the smartly-designed centre is a logical choice for individuals or businesses wanting to make use of LCD and video conferencing services. It also offers wireless connectivity, a full-service business centre, as well as catering and kitchen facilities. Rooms are flexible in size and can be configured to match any meeting needs.

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CONFERENCESPACE

Accommodation with Meeting and Conference SpaceAccomondations Meeting RoomsProperty Name Area Rooms & Suites Theatre Style Dining Stand up Total Space

Cambridge Suites Sydney 146 Celtic A 50 24 50 600 sq ftCeltic B 30 16 25 480 sq ftCeltic A & B 90 64 80 1060 sq ft Delta Sydney Sydney 152 Executive Board Room 12 460 sq ftMariner Ballroom full (3 sections available) 400 300 425 3,600 sq ftFleur de Lis 50 32 50 470 sq ftCabot Room full (2 Sections available) 99 80 110 1,080 sq ft Quality Inn Sydney Cape Bretoner Ball Room 70 200 120 225 2,285 sq ftSydney Harbour Room 1,760 sq ftSydney River Room 800 sq ft Keltic Lodge Ingonish Ceilidh Hall 200 175 225 2,560 sq ftThe Cabot Rooms A/B 40/80 n/a 60/100 760/960 sq ftCorson Room 50 80 40 1,000 sq ft Glenghorn Beach Resort Ingonish 74 Thistle Room 100 60 80 1,102 sq ftHeather Room 40 30 60 576 sq ft Dundee Resort West Bay 98 West Bay Room 250 170 250 3200 sq ftBras d’Or Room 125 80 125 1,248 sq ftPringle Room 35 30 50 400 sq ftDundee Room 35 30 50 441 sq ft Inverary Resort Baddeck 193 MacAulay Confrence Centre MacAulay * divisable into 3 equal parts with air wall 300 250 300 3,240 sq ftBreakout Rooms (5) 20 10 20 195 sq ftGlasgow House Glasgow 1 80 40 80 882 sq ftGlasgow 2 40 n/a n/a 468 sq ft

Ball Room 2 sections

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Property Name Area Rooms & Suites Theatre Style Dining Stand up Total Space

Auberge Gisele’s Inn Baddeck 80 Jones Conference 75 60 85 Solarium 35 25 60 Maritime Inn Port Hawkesbury 73 Hawkesbury Room 175 135 300 1,100 sq ftCanso Room 60 35 100 756 sq ftHighland Room 40 25 50 456 sq ftStrait Room 20 15 40 360 sq ft

Meeting and Conference CentresProperty Name Theatre Seating Banquet Seating Stand Up Square Feet

Centre 200 SydneyMain Arena 6,500 800 2,000 17,000 sq ftBuchanan Hall 700 400 700 6,500 sq ftJohn Jr. Hanna Concourse 400 400 400 n/aMeeting Rooms (3) opens to 1 per room 100 45 100 900 sq ft

Membertou Trade and Convention Centre SydneyGreat Hall 900 540 600 9,064 sq ftMulti-Purpose Room 400 300 400 5,904 sq ftExecutive Board Room 20 1,000 sq ftBreakout Room #1 30 32 30 450 sq ftVIP Lounge 25 32 32 312.5 sq ft Joan Harris Pavilion SydneyMain Hall * 1,366 800 1500 11,600 sq ftLighthouse Concourse 300 200 400 2,000 sq ft* 1,366 with 32” between rows, 1,223 with 36” between rows, additional 95 balcony seating

Port Hawkesbury Civic Centre Port Hawkesbury Bear Head Conference Full Room * 500 350 600 5,040 sq ftConcourse 150 100 300 2,700 sq ftBoard Room ( upper) 480 sq ftArena 1,000 800 2,000 18,700 sq ftShannon Studio 100 80 125 1,200 sq ft

Wagmatcook Culture and Heritage Centre WagmatcookGreat Hall 500 375 550 6,500 sq ftRoom 107 75 60 75 1,000 sq ftRoom 105 200 150 200 1,650 sq ftBoard Room 16 16 16 968 sq ftMini Board Room 8 8 10 271 sq ftGift Shop/Media Room 50 60 75 1,253 sq ft

Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design SydneyLoft 200 150 200 3,125 sq ftGallery n/a n/a 100 n/a

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There’s so much to do while you’re here on business. Take a drive on one of the most scenic routes in the world – the breathtaking Cabot Trail. Then get caught up in our unique Gaelic culture at a traditional ceilidh. The tastes and sounds are guaranteed

to please your senses. There are lots of reasons to love Cape Breton. Discover yours.

Schedule a meetingwith nature.

Nova Scotia Department of Tourism,Culture & Heritage – Tourism DivisionPO Box 456, Halifax, Nova ScotiaCanada B3J 2R5

For more information contact:1-800-565-0000

Fax: 902-424-2668 Attn: MCIT Plannersalesns@gov.ns.ca

Skyline Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National Park

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