MEETINGS + CONVENTIONS GUIDE

2009/2010 THUNDER BAY THUNDER BAY MEETING & CONVENTION GUIDE MEETINGS + CONVENTIONS GUIDE

Neighbouring the Largest Freshwater Body in the World Thunder Bay s prime location as a next door neighbour to Lake Superior makes it an ideal location for guests with varying interests. Our City appeals to the urban enthusiasts and weekend warriors. With its magnificent landscapes and rich cultural history, Thunder Bay is an inspired choice. Table of Contents Thunder Bay, Your Natural Choice... 3 CITY MAPS... 4 Full-Service Convention Hotels... 6 Unique & Different Meeting Places... 9 MEETING FACILITIES - AT A GLANCE... 12 Experience Our City... 15 Transportation & Tours... 16 DINING... 17 EntertainMENT & EXCURSIONS... 18 Convention Services... 22

3 Thunder Bay, Your Natural Choice If you want to plan a meeting or conference that will stimulate and rejuvenate think Thunder Bay, where fresh thinking comes as easily as fresh air. Discover what it means to mix business with pleasure by taking advantage of Thunder Bay s ideal location. We offer unparalleled opportunities for meeting success with a great selection of facilities from traditional to the truly distinctive. Thunder Bay is home to numerous attractions including professional theatre and a symphony orchestra. The City offers more than 1,900 hotel rooms and a wide range of meeting venues including six conference hotels as well as Lakehead University s indoor sport facility, which can accommodate groups of up to 1,500. Extraordinary outdoor activities take place all year long and include scenic outings, sailing, hiking, biking and flight charters. Let our hospitality, service and enthusiasm assist you in ensuring a seamless event from start to finish. We re here to help with all of your planning needs Tourism Thunder Bay is the central point of contact to community resources. We have extensive partnerships with more than 1,000 local tourism-related businesses and organizations. Tourism Thunder Bay also employs a full-time convention services coordinator who acts as concierge and can arrange anything from introductory meetings with community partners, to sourcing local entertainment for special events. Convention & Visitor Services Co-ordinator Rose Marie Tarnowski EMAIL rtarnowski@thunderbay.ca DIRECT 807.625.2564 MAIN 807.625.3788

4 All Roads Lead to Thunder Bay Located near the geographical centre of Canada, Thunder Bay is easily accessible via ground, water or air travel. Positioned at the cross roads of the continent, we re the westernmost port on the Great Lakes and the gateway to the great Northwest. DISTANCE KM MILES Buffalo 1603 994 Chicago 1060 657 Detroit 1263 783 Duluth 314 194 Kingston 1565 970 Milwaukee 945 586 Minneapolis 556 345 Montreal 1665 1032 Niagara Falls 1490 924 North Bay 1105 685 Ottawa 1465 908 Sault Ste. Marie 690 428 Sudbury 995 617 Toronto 1375 853 Winnipeg 685 425 ONTARIO QUEBEC MANITOBA Winnipeg 11 17 17 Quebec Nipigon Timmins THUNDER 17 11 117 40 20 29 BAY Sault NORTH DAKOTA 53 Ste. Marie Sudbury North Bay Montreal MAINE MINNESOTA 61 17 Bismark 17 417 94 Fargo Marquette Duluth 17 28 69 11 Ottawa401 35 2 Escanaba Kingston VT NEW NH Green 400 401 87 WISCONSIN Bay YORK Boston Minneapolis 75 Toronto Pierre 90 St. Paul MASS. 43 MICHIGAN Buffalo RI 90 90 Milwaukee 401 CT Sioux Falls Madison Detroit 81 90 94 94 New York 29 IOWA Chicago Cleveland NEBRASKA 90 80 80 Toledo PENNSYLVANIA Des 80 INDIANA Pittsburgh Philadelphia Moines OHIO 76 80 Lincoln ILLINOIS Indianapolis Washington D.C. 35 Springfield Dayton 77 KANSAS Kansas City 55 75 70 Topeka MISSOURI St. Louis 64 Lake Superior Lake Michigan Lake Huron Lake Erie Lake Ontario

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Full-Service Convention Hotels 6 Full-Service Convention Hotels Valhalla Inn www.valhallainn.com 1.800.964.1121 or (807) 577.1121 1 Valhalla Inn Rd. Closest to the Thunder Bay International Airport the Valhalla Inn offers newly renovated rooms and luxury suites, top-notch service, and many amenities. Experienced with many years of meeting, conference, and event planning the Valhalla Inn staff is at your service ensuring every one of your meeting requirements is met. From large to small the Valhalla Inn can accommodate all. BEST WESTERN Nor Wester RESORT HOTEL www.bestwestern.com/prop_66055 1.888.473.2378 or (807)473.9123 2080 Hwy. 61 This recently renovated, three Diamond Full Service Hotel is located minutes from the Thunder Bay International Airport. Seven well-designed banquet rooms can accommodate conferences of up to 360 guests. Many of the meeting rooms have an unbeatable view of the Nor Wester mountains, and are equipped with free Wi-Fi. Our knowledgeable and creative personnel will assist with every detail to ensure a successful event. The picturesque and peaceful atmosphere of this conference destination will enhance any meeting and increase delegate participation and concentration.

Prince Arthur WaterFront HOTEL & SUITES www.princearthurwaterfront.com 1.800.267.2675 or (807)345.5411 17 N. Cumberland St. Offering free shuttle service from the Thunder Bay International Airport the Prince Arthur Waterfront boasts the view of all views. Located on Thunder Bay s pristine waterfront with an unobstructed view of the Sleeping Giant, the hotel s dynamic staff promise superior guest satisfaction and will gladly assist with your planning needs. 7 Travelodge hotel Airlane www.travelodge-airlane.com 1.800.465.5003 or (807)473.1600 698 Arthur St. W Located minutes from the Thunder Bay International Airport and offering complimentary shuttle service, the Travelodge Hotel Airlane is Thunder Bay s Superior choice. They pride themselves on their first class service and impeccable quality. Staff of experienced professionals will make sure your meeting and conference needs are met. They have 14 meeting rooms to choose from each with access to Wi-Fi and business centre. The Victoria Inn www.vicinn.com 1.800.387.3331 or (807)577.8481 555 Arthur St. W Located on a bustling strip, the Victoria Inn offers the largest solarium in Northwestern Ontario. The Victoria Inn has an excellent variety of conference and meeting rooms, all with Wi-Fi access. The staff takes pride in consistently providing qualified, professional service and a comfortable stay. The Landmark Inn www.landmarkinn.ca 1.800.465.3950 or (807)767.1681 1010 Dawson Rd. Located off of the Expressway, near County Fair Mall which offers a plethora of shopping selections, the Landmark Inn is a clean and convenient choice for your planning needs. The staff offers friendly, accomplished and sophisticated service.

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9 Unique & Different Meeting Places Unique and Different Meeting Places Fort William Historical Park www.fwhp.ca (807)473.2344 King Rd. off of Broadway Ave. For a truly incomparable conference or meeting, Fort William Historical Park is the place. Located within the city limits on the Kaminstiqua River, the natural beauty is breathtaking. Perfect for team building activities including aboriginal culture sessions in the Learning Wigwam, canoeing and a host of both heritage and contemporary menu offerings custom-designed to suit your group. Whitewater Golf Club www.whitewatergolf.com (807)475.4653 224 Hwy 130 at Rosslyn Village Nestled between the soothing Kaminstiqua River and the tranquil Rosslyn Oxbow Wetland is the Whitewater Golf Club. Host a meeting that will be remembered and enjoyed. The Whitewater Golf Club can accomodate 200 guests. Hazelwood Lake NATURE Centre www.lakeheadca.com (807)344.5857 14 km north of Dawson Rd./Hwy 102 on Hazelwood Dr. Hazelwood Lake Nature Centre combines the elegance of a modern facility with the rustic surroundings of a lakeside Conservation Area. From the Great Hall visitors can gaze out to the lake or walk out to the bi-level deck. The centre can accommodate meetings with a maximum group size of 130.

Unique and Different Meeting Places 10 Mink Mountain Resort www.superiornorth.com (807)622.5009 1.800.616.6465 240 Mink Mountain Dr. (off Hwy 61) Carved out of the Canadian Shield between the Nor Wester Mountains and Lake Superior, lies a scenic pastoral landscape unlike any other. The Eagle s Nest Bar & Grill Meeting Room can be reserved for meetings and can accommodate 60 guests. Sleeping Giant Provincial Park www.ontarioparks.com (807)977.2526 Pass Lake Premium facilities in a wilderness setting make this an ideal location for team building activities. Challenge your guests with a hike to the top of the Sleeping Giant penninsula and delight in spectacular vistas. Enjoy, canoeing and kayaking in the summer and cross country skiing in the winter. Thunder Bay Art Gallery www.theag.ca (807)577.6427 1080 Keewatin St. For your next meeting or client reception, why not enhance your vision at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery. The gallery experience will make your event memorable, exciting and entertaining. The Thunder Bay Art Gallery can accommodate up to 200 guests comfortably. Confederation College www.confederationc.on.ca (807)475-6292 1450 Nakina Dr. Confederation College has 36 conference rooms totalling 17,320 square feet of meeting space. The largest meeting room can accommodate 800 guests when set up in theatre style and 350 guests set up in banquet style. Lakehead University www.conferenceservices.lakeheadu.ca (807)343-8779 955 Oliver Rd. Lakehead University is centrally located within the city and maintains the integrity of its naturally wooded surroundings. Lakehead has a wide variety of meeting, event and summer accommodation space. Lakehead is equipped with over 120 meeting rooms and 1000 accommodation rooms (available in the summer). Meeting spaces range from 15 to 2000 guests. WILDERNESS DISCOVERY FAMILY RESORT & CONFERENCE CENTRE www.wildernessdiscovery.ca (807)926.2667 or (877)202.6404 A barrier-free conference centre accommodating 10 150 guests located on beautiful Lake Shebandowan only 45 minutes west of Thunder Bay

Canadian Lakehead Exhibition www.cle.on.ca (807)622-6473 425 Northern Ave. The Canadian Lakehead Exhibition has five meeting rooms that can house up to 1,250 guests set up in theatre style and 1,000 guests set up in banquet style. Da Vinci Centre www.davincicentre.com (807)623-2415 340 Waterloo St. The Da Vinci Centre is outfitted with five meeting rooms which are suitable for any type of event. The largest room can hold up to 800 guests comfortably. Unique and Different Meeting Places 11 Italian Cultural Centre www.italiancc.com (807)345-5511 132 S. Algoma St. The Italian Cultural Centre offers three meeting rooms that can serve up to 750 guests. Founders Museum & Pioneer Village www.founders.ca (807)475-5114 Hwy. 61 Enjoy Northwestern Ontario s unique history by hosting an event at Founders Museum & Pioneer Village. The Heritage Community Hall is available for meetings, seminars and workshops. Personalized tours and catering are available. The Sports Dome www.thesportsdome.ca (807)625-0110 141 Northern Ave. The 90,000 sq. ft. Sports Dome, the largest indoor golf facility in Canada can accommodate any of your golf related needs or special events. The Sports Dome can hold meetings for up to 500 guests. CHIPPEWA PARK www.chippewapark.ca (888)711-5094 Hwy 61 to Chippewa Rd. to City Rd. Hold your event at one of the most beautiful natural settings in the City with scenic views of Lake Superior and the Sleeping Giant. Can seat up to 180 guests.

Meeting Facilities at a Glance Thunder Bay offers an interesting variety of meeting and convention facilities - from traditional, full-service convention hotels to unique and interesting meeting places, in the natural surroundings of our beautiful region. Total Sq. Largest Site footage Room Banquets Theatre Style Displays Guest Catering for Events (sq. ft.) (people) (people) (booths) Rooms Available 12 Valhalla Inn 16,000 8,000 600 1,000 150 267 Y Best Western Nor Wester Resort Hotel 8,978 5,276 400 400 40 91 Y Prince Arthur Waterfront Hotel & Suites 9,957 3,479 225 300 20 119 Y Travelodge Hotel Airlane 11,290 3,264 300 425 50 153 Y Victoria Inn 10,500 4,590 300 500 40 182 Y Fort William Historical Park 12,392 5,200 500 500 50 100 Y Whitewater Golf Club 2,820 2,100 200 250 - - Y Hazelwood Lake Nature Centre 2,002 891 130 130 - - Y Mink Mountain Resort - - 40 60-20 Y Sleeping Giant Provincial Park - - - 80-30 - Confederation College 17,320 10,000 350 800 29 Residence Y (SEASONAL) Lakehead University 140,746-1000 360 35 1000 Y Residence (SEASONAL) New Advanced Academic & Technology Centre State-of-the-art setting featuring smart classrooms, board rooms, student lounge, and an internet atrium Canadian Lakehead Exhibition 35,000 10,700 1,000 1,250 43 - Y Thunder Bay Art Gallery 6,175 3,200 200 300 25 - N DaVinci Centre 12,400 6,600 550 800 64 - Y Italian Cultural Centre - - 500 750 - - Y Founders Museum & Pioneer Village - - 80 120 - - Y The Sports Dome 90,000 90,000 500 500 150 - Y Chippewa Park - - 180 250 - - - Wilderness Discovery Family Resort & Conference Centre 1,943 1,537 150 165 30 6 10 Y

13 VALHALLA BALLROOM Ballroom I Theatre 320 Persons Classroom 168 Persons Dining 210 Persons Ballroom I & II combined Theatre 675 Persons Classroom 392 Persons Dining 420 Persons Ballroom I, II & III combined Theatre 1000 Persons Classroom 560 Persons Dining 630 Persons BOARD ROOMS - 1, 2, 3 Theatre 60 Persons Classroom 40 Persons Dining 32 Persons EXECUTIVE BOARDROOM Dining 12 Persons FIRESIDE ROOM Theatre 72 Persons Classroom 68 Persons Dining (Rounds of 8) 48 Persons Scandia I & II combined Theatre 240 Persons Classroom 176 Persons Dining 192 Persons Scandia I, II & III combined Theatre 368 Persons Classroom 272 Persons Dining 288 Persons VIKING ROOMS Viking Room I or II Theatre 70 Persons Classroom 48 Persons Dining 48 Persons Viking Rooms I & II combined Theatre 144 Persons Classroom 108 Persons Dining 104 Persons KAMINISTIQUIA Theatre 300 Guests Classroom 80 Guests Dining 250 Guests McGILLIVRAY Theatre 150 Guests Classroom 50 Guests Dining 100 Guests POINTE DE MEURON Theatre 80 Guests Classroom 40 Guests Dining 80 Guests AMETHYST Theatre Classroom Dining McKENZIE A Theatre Classroom Dining McKENZIE B Theatre Classroom Dining 80 Guests 40 Guests 80 Guests 30 Guests 16 Guests 35 Guests 20 Guests 16 Guests 25 Guests SALONS A, C, D Theatre 12 Persons Boardroom 12 Persons Dining 12 Persons SALON E Theatre 80 Persons Boardroom 30 Persons Classroom 50 Persons Banquet 75 Persons Dinner/Dance 64 Persons Reception 125 Persons BERTRAND ROOM Theatre 80 Persons Boardroom 35 Persons Classroom 50 Persons Banquet 70 Persons Dinner/Dance 56 Persons Reception 100 Persons DAWSON ROOM Theatre 200 Persons Boardroom 40 Persons Classroom 70 Persons Banquet 150 Persons Dinner/Dance 130 Persons Reception 200 Persons ODIN ROOM Theatre Classroom Dining 70 Persons 48 Persons 48 Persons ICELANDIC ROOM Theatre 70 Persons Classroom 48 Persons Dining 48 Persons EXECUTIVE BOARDROOM SUITE Boardroom 8 Guests PROVINCIAL GRANDE BALLROOM Theatre 300 Persons Boardroom 80 Persons Classroom 120 Persons Banquet 225 Persons Dinner/Dance 200 Persons Reception 300 Persons SCANDIA ROOMS Scandia I Theatre 112 Persons Classroom 80 Persons Dining 96 Persons

14 TIBERIO ROOM Tiberio A Theatre 200 Persons Classroom 60 Persons Dining 140 Persons SALON A, B, C, D, E Salon A Theatre 25 Persons Classroom 14 Persons Dining 28 Persons GROUND FLOOR REGENCY BALLROOM Theatre 500 Persons Classroom 280 Persons Dining 300 Persons WELLINGTON EXECUTIVE Theatre 30 Persons Classroom 24 Persons Dining 32 Persons Boardroom 16 Persons Tiberio B Theatre 200 Persons Classroom 60 Persons Dining 140 Persons Tiberio A & B Theatre 425 Persons Classroom 140 Persons Dining 350 Persons MADRID Theatre 300 Persons Classroom 100 Persons Dining 250 Persons SALON A, B, C, D, E Salon A Theatre 25 Persons Classroom 14 Persons Dining 28 Persons Salon B Theatre 40 Persons Classroom 16 Persons Dining 40 Persons Salon C Theatre 45 Persons Classroom 20 Persons Dining 40 Persons Salon D Theatre 45 Persons Classroom 20 Persons Dining 40 Persons Salon E Theatre 45 Persons Classroom 20 Persons Dining 40 Persons Salon B Theatre Classroom Dining Salon C Theatre Classroom Dining Salon D Theatre Classroom Dining Salon E Theatre Classroom Dining 40 Persons 16 Persons 40 Persons 45 Persons 20 Persons 40 Persons 45 Persons 20 Persons 40 Persons 45 Persons 20 Persons 40 Persons ROOM 155, 156, 269, 270 The Royal Residence Dining 18 Persons The Governor s Quarters Dining 12 Persons Room 269 Theatre Classroom Dining Room 270 Theatre Classroom Dining 30 Persons 21 Persons 14 Persons 30 Persons 21 Persons 14 Persons Regency A Theatre 175 Persons Classroom 80 Persons Dining 100 Persons Regency B Theatre 175 Persons Classroom 80 Persons Dining 100 Persons Regency C Theatre 175 Persons Classroom 80 Persons Dining 100 Persons Regency A & B or B & C Theatre 350 Persons Classroom 160 Persons Dining 200 Persons KENSINGTON Theatre 80 Persons Classroom 120 Persons Dining 150 Persons CARLTON I Theatre 30 Persons Classroom 16 Persons Dining 32 Persons CARLTON II Theatre 45 Persons Classroom 16 Persons Dining 32 Persons CARLTON I & II Theatre 100 Persons Classroom 50 Persons Dining 80 Persons SECOND FLOOR SELKIRK ROOM Theatre 35 Persons Classroom 18 Persons Dining 24 Persons ONTARIO I Theatre 35 Persons Classroom 18 Persons Dining 24 Persons ONTARIO II Theatre 35 Persons Classroom 18 Persons Dining 24 Persons ONTARIO I & II Theatre 70 Persons Classroom 36 Persons Dining 60 Persons PORT ARTHUR Theatre 35 Persons Classroom 18 Persons Dining 24 Persons

EXPERIENCE OUR CITY & OUR SUPERIOR SERVICES 15 EXPERIENCE OUR CITY & OUR SUPERIOR SERVICES More Than Just A Meeting Place! Transportation & Tours Dining Entertainment & Excursions Convention Services

TRANSPORTATION & TOURS 16 Transportation & Tours Airlines Air Canada www.aircanada.ca 1-888-247-2262 Bearskin Airlines www.bearskinairlines.com 1-800-465-2327 (807)475-0006 Delta/northwest www.nwa.com 1-800-225-2525 Nakina Air Service Ltd. 1-800-797-4424 (807)329-5341 Porter www.flyporter.com 1-888-619-8622 (416)619-8622 Wasaya Airlines www.wasaya.com 1-877-492-7292 (807)473-1200 WestJet www.westjet.com 1-800-538-5696 Busses Caribou Coach www.cariboucoach.ca 1-866-935-2811 (807)285-0903 Greyhound Canada www.greyhound.ca (807)345-2194 (807)345-2193 HT Leasing (Thunder Bay) Inc. www.httours.com 1-800-473-5955 (807)473-5955 Iron Range Bus Lines Inc. www.ironrangebus.com (807)345-7387 Norcan Tours www.norcantours.ca 1-800-958-0387 (807)344-8804 Thunder Bay Transit (807)684-3190 Winning Streak Charters www.winningstreakcharters.com (807)577-0038 Car Rentals Avis Car & Truck Rental www.avis.com CITY (807)577-2847 AIRPORT (807)473-8572 Budget Rent-A-Car www.budget.ca CITY (807)622-3366 AIRPORT (807)473-5040 Discount Car & Truck Rentals www.discountcar.com (807)475-0060 Enterprise Rent-A-Car www.enterpriserentacar.ca CITY (807)622-1222 AIRPORT (807)473-5222 DOWNTOWN (807)344-2800 Hertz Rent A Car www.hertz.ca CITY (807)475-3334 AIRPORT (807)475-3334 National Car Rental www.nationalcar.ca AIRPORT (807)577-1234 Thrifty Car Rental www.thrifty.com (807)345-7111

17 Dining DINING 17 Limousine Service Prestige Limousine www.prestigelimos.ca (807)346-8989 Tour Operators Happy Time Tours and Travel www.httours.com (807)473-5955 Lake Superior Outdoors www.lakesuperioroutdoors.com (807)983-2330 Lake Superior Visits www.superiorvisits.com (807)344-9208 Thunder Bay offers plenty of diverse dining options from fine to casual dining; to eclectic cafes; to local delicacies; to pubs; to a wide variety of European delicatessens and bakeries. THUNDER BAY ExPERIENCE O N TA R I O C A N A D A ISSUE 2 www.visitthunderbay.com 1-800-MOST fun Farm fresh seasonal foods are prepared with care at many of our locally owned restaurants. THE GREATEST Of THE GREAT lakes THE ADVENTURE STARTS IN THUNDER BAY! Woodland Art THE INflUENCE Of NORVAl MORRISSEAU CANADIAN DINING CElEBRATING 100 YEARS The Historic Carousel in the Park It s in our nature To plan a uniquely Northern dining experience check out, VisitThunderBay.com or The Thunder Bay Experience Book.

ENTERTAINMENT 18 EntertainMENT Stimulate the senses Feel the power of live performances: Plan an evening at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium and hear the sounds of the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra; stop by Magnus Theatre, the only professional theatre company in Northwestern Ontario and delight in the skilled acting, writing and direction of the region s best. Enjoy a first class gaming experience at OLG Casino conveniently located in the heart of the City - play roulette, blackjack, hold em poker and slots. Take in an eclectic exhibition at one of many art galleries the City offers; visit the Thunder Bay Art Gallery for a view of Contemporary First Nations artists; observe cutting edge installations, paintings and films at Definitely Superior Artist-Run Centre + Gallery; tour the Lakehead Visual Art Gallery for a glimpse of original works in a variety of mediums created by regional artists. Bountiful green spaces Thunder Bay and its surrounding areas offer a wide range of parks, conservation areas, trails and green spaces within the city limits and short distances away. Get active or relax - just be sure to take some time to appreciate the clean air and stunning environment. Provincial parks and city-run parks offer backcountry trails and interior campsites for the avid outdoor enthusiast. For the enjoyment of the urban dweller, comfortable sites outfitted with electrical service, fire pits, picnic tables, showers and flush toilets are available at privately owned campgrounds and RV parks. Visit the largest amethyst deposit in Canada at Amethyst Mine Panorama and pick your own gemstone. Plan a tour with Archie s Fishing Charters or SailSuperior.com.

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The Unconventional Convention 20 Play first and work second - an unusual concept for many but, the essence of Thunder Bay. Plan a meeting and enjoy the relaxed surroundings, amazing views and friendly people. A location where ideas flow like the falls, stress is immediately relieved and team building isn t a catch phrase just a part of our daily life.

21 Overall, Thunder Bay was an excellent choice for our event. I would certainly suggest it. Thunder Bay has all of the resources to hold a world-class event. The beauty of the region and the surprisingly modern facilities delighted and pleased all of our guests. Tim Groulx, Order of Jerusalem Invigorate - Meeting Excursions To Recharge, Relax And Inspire Meeting Excursions To Recharge, Relax 21 Thunder Bay Highlights Lake Superior s largest city is anchored by the Sleeping Giant, a panoramic peninsula which many residents still believe is protected by Nanabijou, spirit of the deep sea water. Tour the City by motor coach with a local guide and hear the facts and folklore of the region s history and native influence. Canyon Country A drive down the Terry Fox Courage Highway will lead you to two spectacular canyons. Traipse across the longest suspension bridge in Canada for an indescribable view at Eagle Canyon. To Book a Tour with LAKE SUPERIOR VISITS www.superiorvisits.com 1.866.688.9990 (807)344.9208 info@superiorvisits.com Sleeping Giant/Silver Islet Hike a wide variety of trails at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park. Watch birds, wildlife and wetland plants co-exist happily in this stunning environment. Reward yourself after a challenging hike with a visit to Silver Islet Mine. Fort William First Nation Mt. McKay Lookout on Fort William First Nation land offers a spectacular view. A local guide will share Ojibwa culture and provide a tour of their business park, historic Chapel and sculptured tributes to elders of their community. Travel picturesque Brule Bay route to Chippewa Park. A traditional tasting rounds out this tour. Kakabeka Falls & Countryside Kakabeka Falls plunges 40 metres over sheer cliffs and is surrounded by some of the oldest fossils in the world. Viewing platforms from atop the falls offer an eye-popping view of the area. Stroll through the community of Kakabeka to experience this little town s past. Your Kakabeka adventure should be concluded with a visit to Thunder Oak Cheese Farm where the Schep family have been making local, award winning Gouda for over 10 years.

Convention Services 22 Convention Services Convention Services 2KNINE CREATIVE LAB (807)345-2434 Adventure Events Group (807)622-1979 Daina Maslach Event Management Services (807)344-9686 Firedog Communications Stephanie Ash (807)767-4443 (807)472-5276 Forrest Marketing & Communications (807)577-0137 (807)627-2757 Graph-X by Deborah Poole- Hoffman (807)935-2685 Innovated Solutions www.innovated.ca (807)251-0726 or (807)344-8877 LakeSuperior Outdoors.com www.lakesuperior outdoors.com (807)983-2330 Lake Superior Visits www.superiorvisits.com (807)344-9208 1-866-688-9990 Marsha Reinikka Event Coordination (807)344-3123 (807)622-1062 Multimedia Entertainment (807)344-3123 (807)622-1062 Navigator Marketing & Business Solutions (807)345-6733 THE CONFERENCE PLANNER 1-877-254-2032 (807)768-8022 TBayIt Thunder Bay Information Technology Solutions (807)627-4330 Advertising PR Marketing Graphic Design Media Buying Adventure Events Group (807)622-1979 Aki Peltonen Creative Services (807)964-2573 Corporate Graphics Northwest Inc. (807)345-0997 Dave Koski Design (807)346-8952 Deborah Poole- Hoffman (807)935-2685 Firedog Communications (807)767-4443 (807)472-5276 Forrest Marketing & Communications (807)627-2757 (807)577-0137 Generator Strategy Advertising (807)622-9661 Korkola Design (807)346-9333 Northwest Trade Exchange (807)623-6657 Sam Niemi Designworks (807)345-3383 Santa Communications Marketing/ Publishing (807)626-9370 Sencia Canada Ltd. (807)768-6603 Superior Image Consulting (807)623-6832 Wrightsell Advertising (807)346-4237 Media - Newspapers The Chronicle Journal (807)343-6200 Thunder Bay Source (807)346-2600 Media - PRODUCTIONs MORVISION VIDEO PRODUCTIONS (807)472-5190 Superior Image Consulting (807)623-6832 ZOOM HD VIDEOGRAPHY (807)629-7172

Media Radio 91.5 CKPR, Rock 94.3 FM, The Thunder 103.5 FM Greg Malo Photography (807)622-2929 Corporate Graphics Northwest Inc. (807)345-0997 Web Press (Thunder Bay) Ltd. (807)623-3668 23 (807)346-2600 CBC/CBQ (807)625-5000 Magic 99.9, 105.3 The Giant (807)344-2000 Media Television CHFD/CKPR Thunder Bay Television (807)346-2600 Shaw Cable TV (807)767-4422 TV Ontario (807)767-1161 Photographers Alan Dickson Photography Inc. (807)345-6704 Bergman Studio (807)577-2874 Bill Davis (807)623-6256 Hill Professional Photography (807)345-6451 ImageTech (807)622-2012 Johns & Johns Photographers (807)767-8548 Lynn s Photography & Portrait (807)344-5886 Murray MetCalf Photography (807)768-1480 Primary Foto Source (807)345-0856 Sooter Studios (807)346-0071 Superior Image Consulting (807)623-6832 Printing Services Business Printing Ltd. (807)623-3555 Currie s Copy Shop (807)623-4646 Debrorah Poole- Hoffmann (807)935-2685 Economy Printing (807)345-0717 Insta Print Centre (807)345-1238 Lakehead Printing (807)623-4652 Mister Print (807)344-9167 Moore North America (807)626-1700 Print Pros Plus (807)622-4007 Rainbow Printers (807)623-5215 Sheldon Reproduction Centre Ltd. (807)343-6200 Superior Image Consulting (807)623-6832 Audio/Video Rentals Maverick Video Services (807)623-1222 Signal Resources Ltd. (807)475-9341 ZoomHD Videography (807)629-7172 Decorations Helium Highs (807)623-5555 Elegant Impressions (807)626-9417 Convention Services Frank Commisso (807)345-4283 Citi Centre Print (807)344-9202 TOMLINSON DRAFTING SERVICES (807)345-6375

Airlane 24 Through patient-centred research, the Thunder Bay Regional Research Institute will advance new standards of excellence in the clinical investigation of novel molecular imaging-based technologies for screening, early detection and image-guided treatment of cancer and other diseases. www.tbrri.com

* Conference Facilities * Restaurant * Pool & Fitness Centre The Setting Looking Good 2009 Award Winner Wilderness Discovery Family Resort & Conference Centre A Unique Conference Centre Facility Well appointed, fully equipped handicapped accessible resort facility. The Service 2080 Hwy 61, Thunder By, ON Canada P7J 1B8 Res. (807) 473-9123 Fax (807) 473-9600 www.bestwestern.com/prop_660055 Toll Free 1 888 473 BEST (2378) The Satisfaction Newly Renovated Full Service Hotel Guest cabins with all the amenities of home Satellite TV DVD/VCR Players FREE WIFI and much more! We offer a specialty service for your meeting, retreat, conference, wedding or special event. Located in a private, pristine, exclusive lake setting. The necessary equipment, and assistance in planning your event from accommodations to private catering is part of the service we provide. (807) 926-2667 1-877-202-6404 Only 45 minutes west off Thunder Bay on Lake Shebandowan www.wildernessdiscovery.ca

For a tour of our meeting facilities, or further information, please contact our catering professionals toll free at 1-800-964-1121 1 Valhalla Inn Road, Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada (807) 577-1121 Feel the excitement even before you get here. Your mini holiday. OLG Casino Thunder Bay 50 Cumberland St. S., Thunder Bay, ON Mon. - Wed. 9 a.m. to 4 a.m. Thurs. - Sun. 24 hours OLG.ca Must be 19 years of age or older. Valid government-issued photo identification may be required. FILE NAME: TBAYCONVNGD_7.5X4.875_MAY09.pdf PUBLICATION: Thunder Bay 2009/10 Meeting & Convention Guide SIZE: 7.5 X 4.875 INSERTION DATE: May 2009 CONTACT: Rose Marie Mancusa 807-625-3648

Banner : Sail Superior.com You Could Be Playing on Paul s Street... For something out of the ordinary, imagine holding your next meeting or event on Paul Shaffer Drive at one of the finest halls in North America! 1 Paul Shaffer Drive, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6C7 Call: 807-343-2314 Step-on guides and tour planning for groups large and small Toll-free: 1-866-688-9990 www.superiorvisits.com Convention & Visitor Services Co-ordinator Tourism Thunder Bay is the central point of contact to community resources. We have extensive partnerships with more than 1,000 local tourism-related businesses and organizations. Tourism Thunder Bay also employs a full-time convention services coordinator who acts as concierge and can arrange anything from introductory meetings with community partners, to sourcing local entertainment for special events. Rose Marie Tarnowski Convention & Visitor Services Co-ordinator EMAIL rtarnowski@thunderbay.ca DIRECT 807.625.2564 MAIN 807.625.3788

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