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OUTAOUAIS MEETINGS & CONVENTIONS NEWSLETTER
April 2009  
  Tourisme Outaouais  
   
 
 

Return of the Outaouais Ambassador Club in April!

 
 

Thanks to all of you, thousands of conventioneers flock to the Outaouais region each year which, in turn, generates millions of dollars of business for all our partners in the tourist industry. We sincerely appreciate your business.

In order to thank and encourage members of the local population who occasionally refer some of these events, we are extremely pleased to announce the return of the Outaouais Ambassador Club on April 29th 2009.  The details will be announced during a press conference at the Ramada Plaza Manoir du Casino in Gatineau.

With the support of many sponsors, the Club’s mission, as in the past, will be to encourage, support and recognize the efforts of those who succeed in bringing to the Outaouais region a convention, meeting or sports event. As an event coordinator, if you know someone from our region that encouraged you to hold your event in the Outaouais, do not hesitate to refer that person by visiting our Website.

                A special thank you to our partners!

GOLD

Ramada Plaza Le Manoir du Casino

LeDroit

SILVER

Palais des congrès de Gatineau

Four Points by Sheraton   

Via Rail Canada

BRONZ

Train à vapeur Hull Chelsea Wakefield

Casino du Lac-Leamy

Ville de Gatineau    

 
 
 
 
today's Trends
A diner cocktail – the perfect networking opportunity

The diner cocktail has gained in popularity over the years as an excellent opportunity for networking.  This is a great activity where people can move around a room freely, meet everyone and enjoy a bite to eat.

The formula is simple - you will find a variety of food stations placed all around the reception hall or, the hors d’œuvres are served by staff all through the evening.  "Or you can combine both services", explains Stéphane Paquet, chef and owner of Le St-Estèphe restaurant.  "You can spruce up the evening with crêpes flambéed at one station and a chocolate and Port wine presentation at another. Anything goes!"

Amaze your guests by offering a diner cocktail at your next activity!          Photo : Stéphane Paquet

(819) 777-5552
711 Saint-Joseph Blvd.
Gatineau, QC, J8Y 4B4


Situated in the centre of Gatineau and two minutes from the Casino du Lac-Leamy, the St-Estèphe restaurant welcomes groups only for meetings, receptions, etc.  Six meeting rooms available accommodating up to approximately 180 people.

 
 
LETS MIX BUSINESS AND PLEASURE...

Entertaining you…It’s in our nature!

The Outaouais region is the perfect destination for your business meetings.  With state-of-the-art venues, we offer a variety of activities to complement your corporate events.  Enjoy, with your fellow conventioneers, a relaxing ride aboard a sight-seeing boat on the Ottawa River.  Explore the Gatineau-Ottawa area first-hand as you visit Parliament Hill and the Canadian Museum of Civilization.  Enjoy unforgettable moments in the Outaouais region as you participate in team-building activities such as horseback riding! The region offers a multitude of areas where this activity is available.  Magnificent horses, experienced guides and breath-taking trails! Photo : Paul's Boat Line 

 
 
what's new...

Fairmont Le Château Montebello begins the construction of a new Conference room! 

Construction of the state-of-the-art new meeting facility (4200 square feet of function space and 1600 square feet of pre-function space) started in the fall with completion expected in July 2009.  With a beautiful terrace overlooking the Ottawa River, this conference room is connected to the hotel’s Papineau wing and has 5 breakout rooms for smaller workshops. Photo : Hotels Fairmont

Best Western Cartier receives  "Director’s Award"

The Best Western Cartier, situated in Gatineau, received the prestigious title of "Best Western Director’s Award" for quality assurance.  This award recognizes the establishments, within the International Chain of Best Western Hotels, that accumulate a minimum of 950 points on 1000 for impeccable cleanliness during inspections.  These establishments must also obtain a high score for design and customer satisfaction. Photo : Best Western

St-Estèphe Restaurant changes its vocation… for groups only!

In order to develop group business and expand his existing catering business, the chef and owner of the St-Estèphe restaurant, Stéphane Paquet, has decided to reinvent his restaurant. Situated on St-Joseph Boulevard in Gatineau, this restaurant can accommodate up to  180 people in 6 meeting rooms.  They also offer home catering! Photo : Le St-Estèphe

The Château Logue now a member of Club Sélect Hôtelier du Québec

The Château Logue Hôtel-Golf-Resort, situated in Maniwaki, is the newest member of the "Club Sélect Hôtelier du Québec".  Composed of 13 independent hotels, this customer loyalty club offers a privileged card where members accumulate nights.  The eleventh night is free to all members in the participating hotel of their choice. Photo : Château Logue

Le Nordik – Nature Spa In full bloom! 

The addition of a brand new meeting room of over 1200 sq.ft. is set to open in Spring 2009. Located in an enchanting setting surrounded by the forest, this room will be able to host up to 120 guests. It will feature top of the line audio-visual equipment, along with its own fireplace and bar, to reflect the warm and inviting image of the Nordik. A varied corporate menu with healthy fare will be offered to satisfy any gourmet in your group! This important feature will allow the Nordik to further develop the rapidly growing corporate group and events sector. Photo : Le Nordik - Spa in nature

 
 
we were there!
Luncheon SCDA Montreal January 20 65 assistances
MPI annual winter retreat Mont-Tremblant January 22 and 23 40 assistances
Fam Tour Montreal Market January 30 and 31 20 assistances
Tête-à-Tête Ottawa February 12 200 assistances
MPI annual dinner and Auction Gatineau February 12 300 assistances
Quebec Day Toronto February 26 120 assistances
Sales Blitz Montreal March 17 and 18 45 assistances
Fam Tour Toronto Market March 27 to 29 7 assistances
 
 
see you there...

Press conference – Ambassador Club - Ramada Plaza Manoir du Casino- April 29

MPI Gala – Ottawa – May 7

Sales blitz – Ottawa – May

ABCQ Showcase – Quebec City – June 17

 
 
 
 

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