Walkable cities to the natural wonders of Eastern Canada
By Eming Piansay
Eastern Canada is a connected landscape of cities that naturally extend the experience beyond the walls of a meeting space. Whether you’re in Old Montréal, walking along cobblestone streets, taking in the spectacle of Niagara Falls or tapping into the full-service offerings of a resort or convention center, the region offers a layered mix of venues and experiences designed to leave a lasting impression on attendees.
Resources
Tourisme Montréal
Destination Toronto
[email protected] | destinationtoronto.com
Ottawa Tourism
[email protected] | ottawatourism.ca
Niagara Falls Tourism
[email protected] | niagarafallstourism.com
Why Meeting Planners Love Eastern Canada
On top of the world. Bring your team to new heights at the CN Tower in Toronto. Standing 1,815.5 ft. tall, the tower features 11 elevators and 1,776 steps. For a high-impact team-building experience, EdgeWalk takes guests 116 stories above the city, secured by harness. For evening programming, 360 Restaurant offers panoramic views paired with locally sourced cuisine.
Read More: Montreal/Toronto: Meet in the East
Tulips in Ottawa. Each spring, the Canadian Tulip Festival transforms the city with color and history. Held May 8–18, the festival commemorates Canada’s role in the liberation of the Netherlands during World War II and symbolizes international friendship. More than 300,000 tulips are displayed annually.
The wonders of Niagara Falls. Niagara Falls delivers a built-in wow factor. Groups can experience the falls from above on a 2,200-foot zipline reaching speeds of 40+ mph, take in views from the Niagara SkyWheel or explore nearby attractions like Bird Kingdom
A place to gather. Notre-Dame Basilica of Montréal offers a striking setting for group experiences. Attendees can visit during the day or experience the AURA light show at night, an immersive display that highlights the basilica’s architecture in a new way.
Places to Meet & Stay
Fairmont Royal York in Toronto offers a range of wellness amenities, including weight training, a private studio and a sunlit indoor pool with saunas and steam rooms.
70,000 sq. ft. of meeting space; 1,347 guest rooms
Chelsea Hotel, Toronto, Canada’s largest conference hotel recently completed a renovation that opened up the lobby of the downtown property, added new dining options and an adult-only pool on the 27th floor.
32,168 sq. ft. of meeting space; 1,590 guest rooms
The Niagara Falls Convention Centre is located near three major airports: Toronto Pearson (YYZ), Buffalo Niagara (BUF) and Hamilton International (YHM).
200,000 sq. ft. of meeting space
Palais des congrès de Montréal holds a GreenStep Level 4 certification, recognizing its sustainability practices and operations.
500,000 sq. ft. of meeting space
Connected to The Automotive Building and Enercare Centre, Hotel X Toronto features a modern lobby with a living wall. Four dining outlets can be adapted for groups, and a tiered
cinema features luxury seating.
This article appears in the May 2026 issue. You can subscribe to the magazine here.
