Mar 02, 2016
PLAN TO IMPRESS At Halifax Marriott Harbourfront, we’ve designed our meeting and event spaces to be bright, open and inviting. Our Halifax Ballroom features beautiful views of Halifax Harbour, and all of our spaces feature inspiring décor and state-of-the-art technologies including lighting and sound. From sales conferences to intimate weddings, we’ve got the space to make your event amazing.
• Total 17,000 sq. ft. of event space
• 7620 sq. ft. Nova Scotia Ballroom seats up to 850
• Many venues feature natural light
• Professional meeting and wedding event planners on staff
Halifax’s Most Inviting Event Spaces
1919 Upper Water StreetHalifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3J5
For reservations 1-902-421-1700or visit halifaxmarriott.com
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Given a choice, we most certainly wouldn’t have chosen to lose our precious Main Lodge to fire last fall –
but life’s funny that way. As we begin the process of rebuilding, we are handed the opportunity
to make a long history of successful business gatherings, even better. While there’s no need to
enhance the scenery – our amenities, and our capacity will most certainly be enriched for our re-opening
Fall 2012. Having said that, if there’s one message we’ve been getting (and we’ve been getting alot) it’s
about memories, and the charm of the rustic old Lodge. Rest assured, at the end of your busy work day,
there will be crackling fires in stone fireplaces, wooden floors, friendly faces and a pepper-infused Caesar
waiting for you in the new – but familiar – Founders Lounge. And, we can’t wait!
Time flies, especially at the beach.
1.800.565.5068 whitepoint.com
Change is good. It gives us a chance to broaden our breathtaking horizons.
ISO 9001:2008
Fall 2012 is just around the corner, and it’s never too
early to start planning ahead. Remember, our gatherings are all-inclusive
and tailored to suit the season, and your group – large or small.
From golf tournaments to mussel bakes, surf lessons to culinary
workshops, we’ve always been here to please, and that’s one thing that’s
never going to change! Keep us in mind when planning your agenda
for 2012 and beyond. Call Anne at 902.423.8887 and get ready
to make some great new memories at White Point.
ask about
fall 2012
GREAT DAY
MEETING
PACKAGES!
Follow me onFacebook and the
BeachCam!
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PLAN TO IMPRESS At Halifax Marriott Harbourfront, we’ve designed our meeting and event spaces to be bright, open and inviting. Our Halifax Ballroom features beautiful views of Halifax Harbour, and all of our spaces feature inspiring décor and state-of-the-art technologies including lighting and sound. From sales conferences to intimate weddings, we’ve got the space to make your event amazing.
• Total 17,000 sq. ft. of event space
• 7620 sq. ft. Nova Scotia Ballroom seats up to 850
• Many venues feature natural light
• Professional meeting and wedding event planners on staff
Halifax’s Most Inviting Event Spaces
1919 Upper Water StreetHalifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3J5
For reservations 1-902-421-1700or visit halifaxmarriott.com
1683-Marriott_AtlanticBusiness_Ad_Sept29.pdf 1 19/10/11 3:59 PM
Given a choice, we most certainly wouldn’t have chosen to lose our precious Main Lodge to fire last fall –
but life’s funny that way. As we begin the process of rebuilding, we are handed the opportunity
to make a long history of successful business gatherings, even better. While there’s no need to
enhance the scenery – our amenities, and our capacity will most certainly be enriched for our re-opening
Fall 2012. Having said that, if there’s one message we’ve been getting (and we’ve been getting alot) it’s
about memories, and the charm of the rustic old Lodge. Rest assured, at the end of your busy work day,
there will be crackling fires in stone fireplaces, wooden floors, friendly faces and a pepper-infused Caesar
waiting for you in the new – but familiar – Founders Lounge. And, we can’t wait!
Time flies, especially at the beach.
1.800.565.5068 whitepoint.com
Change is good. It gives us a chance to broaden our breathtaking horizons.
enhance the scenery – our amenities, and our capacity will most certainly be enriched for our re-opening
Fall 2012. Having said that, if there’s one message we’ve been getting (and we’ve been getting alot) it’s
about memories, and the charm of the rustic old Lodge. Rest assured, at the end of your busy work day,
there will be crackling fires in stone fireplaces, wooden floors, friendly faces and a pepper-infused Caesar
ISO 9001:2008
Fall 2012 is just around the corner, and it’s never too
early to start planning ahead. Remember, our gatherings are all-inclusive
and tailored to suit the season, and your group – large or small.
From golf tournaments to mussel bakes, surf lessons to culinary
workshops, we’ve always been here to please, and that’s one thing that’s
never going to change! Keep us in mind when planning your agenda
for 2012 and beyond. Call Anne at 902.423.8887 and get ready
to make some great new memories at White Point.
ask about
fall 2012
GREAT DAY
MEETING
PACKAGES!
Follow me onFacebook and the
BeachCam!
WP-Meetings&Cons-Oct2011-PF.indd 1 11-11-25 4:34 PM
Reception Cruises Unique Venues Murphy�s Restaurant Harbour Hopper Souvenirs
Lobster is our business
902.420.1015
Plan your next convention with us.Experience the Best of Halifax
mtcw.ca [email protected]
~ Excellence on the Water ~
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2012 Meet Nova Scotia 5
InsideLetter From the Editor 6
Map of Nova Scotia 8
Provincial Spotlights
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores 10
Northumberland & Eastern Shores 12
Halifax Regional Municipality 13
Fundy Shore & Annapolis Valley 15
South Shore 16
Cape Breton Island 17
Get Social 20
Social media and the meetings
industry.
Unique Titanic
Experiences 24
Halifax has a moving and
intimate connections with
the Titanic.
Event Planning 27
5 tips for creating memorable
events.
Flavours of
Nova Scotia 28
Eating locally is easier – and
tastier – than ever before.
Off the Beaten Path 31
Unique pre and post options
for groups and individuals.
Unique Reminders 35
Looking for a special take-
home reminder of your time
in Nova Scotia?
For the Other Half 38
Sposual programs are becom-
ing increasingly important in
convention planning.
Team Building 43
Lift your team’s spirits in
Nova Scotia’s great outdoors.
Smart Conferences 47
Designing conferences that
not only educate, but help
attendees create.
Supplier Marketplace 50
About the Publisher
Meet Nova Scotia Magazine is published annually by TC • Media.
TC • Media cannot assume responsibility for any editorial material, or information and/or claims set forth by advertising in this publication. While information was accurate at press time, it is subject to change without notice.
TC • Media211 Horseshoe Lake Drive Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada B3S 0B9Tel: (902) 421-5888 Fax: (902) 422-5400 E-mail: [email protected]
Group PublisherFred Fiander
EditorBonnie Marchand
Graphic DesignerJulia Webb
Copy EditorKen Partridge
Contributing WritersJennifer Smith, Robert Half Management Resources, Lynne Wells, Destination Halifax,Nova Scotia Department of Economic andRural Development and Tourism
Account ExecutivesJohn Eagles, Tracey Wallace
Advertising Co-ordinatorCrystal Fogarty, Meaghan Ferdinand
PhotographyNova Scotia Department of Economic and Rural Development and Tourism, Parks Canada, Destination Cape Breton, Destination Halifax,NovaScotian Crystal, Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, Meaghan Ferdinand, Julia Webb
All rights reserved. Reproduction of any article, photograph or artwork without expressed written permission from the appropriate owner is strictly prohibited.
Photo Courtesy Julia Webb
Meet Nova Scotia2012
Reception Cruises Unique Venues Murphy�s Restaurant Harbour Hopper Souvenirs
Lobster is our business
902.420.1015
Plan your next convention with us.Experience the Best of Halifax
mtcw.ca [email protected]
~ Excellence on the Water ~
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2012 Meet Nova Scotia6
l e T T e r f r o M T h e e d i T o r
Welcome to
Meet Nova Scotia
In producing Meet Nova Scotia this year, I have
come to an inescapable conclusion – Nova Scotia
is the place to create a memorable meeting.
This year’s edition brings our provincial character
into perspective and embraces all things uniquely
Nova Scotian. We have so much to offer that
is unlike anywhere else in
the world; our spectacular
scenery; artisan shopping;
historical attractions; and
distinctive activities allow
us to tell a story that’s truly
one-of-a-kind. It’s easy to
overlook the beauty and
imagination around us when
we’re immersed in it daily,
but these are often the
draws that bring people to
our province and it’s in our
best interest to show
them off proudly.
At the same time, while we
honour our heritage and our
past, Nova Scotia continues
moving forward and
pushing to become an innovative leader in the
meetings industry. The industry is competitive,
but Nova Scotia is offering progressive, high-
tech and unique options for meeting spaces,
accommodations, dining, spousal programs and
even team building exercises. With so many
options and such diverse offerings, it’s no wonder
Nova Scotia continues to be a leader in meetings
in Atlantic Canada.
Thank you to our tourism partners for continuing
to be such a tremendous resource: Destination
Halifax, Destination Cape Breton, Destination
Southwest Nova Scotia,
Destination Eastern
& Northumberland
Shore, Central Nova
Tourism Association
and The Department
of Economic and Rural
Development and
Tourism. Their dedication
and enthusiasm for the
Nova Scotia meetings
marketplace serves us
all well.
Enjoy the new edition
of Meet Nova Scotia and
remember to embrace
those things both past
and present that make us
who we are. We’re sure
you’ll fi nd this a useful resource when planning
your next meeting or conference and creating
a uniquely Nova Scotian event.
Bonnie MarchandEditor
““Nova Scotia is the place to create a
memorable meeting
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Craigmore
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Westmount
Ingonish
White Point
Cape NorthPleasant Bay
Bay St. Lawrence
Dingwall
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New Waterford
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Grand PréNewMinas
Canning Blomidon
HallsHarbour
Harbourville
MargaretsvillePort George
GreenwoodAylesford
Maplewood
New Ross
New Germany
Caledonia
Greenfield
UpperClements
Clementsport
Bear River
SmithsCove
Port Royal
Advocate Harbour
Apple RiverEatonville
Williamsdale
RiverHebert
Joggins
Minudie
Five Islands
Economy
Walton
Nappan
Tidnish
Borden
Blandford
Delaps Cove
LouisHead
Maitland BridgeNewburne
PortGreville
Northport
Judique
Grand Narrows
Pinkney'sPoint
HavreBoucher
CapeChignecto
BassRiver
Debert
Brule
Tiverton
PortMedway
Glenville
Neils Harbour
Morristown
Lake Paul
Clare
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Oak Island
Rissers Beach
Brier Island
Cape Forchu
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Cape St. Mary
Cape Blomidon
CapeSplit
Cape d’Or
CapeSambro
MartiniqueBeach
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CapeGeorge
Pictou Island
Isle Madame
Bird Islands
Cape Smokey
Cape North
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Cabot’s Landing
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HeatherBeach
Mavillette Beach
Port MaitlandBeach
Lake Milo Beach
QueenslandBeach
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Indian Beach
KejimkujikNational Park &
National Historic Siteof Canada
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BerwickColdbrook
Parrsboro
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Liverpool
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Lockeport
Clark’s Harbour
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Hantsport
Yarmouth
Antigonish
Louisbourg
Canso
PortHawkesbury
Baddeck North Sydney
Glace Bay
Chéticamp
TrentonNew Glasgow
Stellarton
Oxford
Truro
Pictou
Fortress of LouisbourgNational Historic Site
of Canada
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of Canada
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2012 Meet Nova Scotia8
Region Locator Mapp r o v i n c i a l M a p
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Ferry
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LakeRossignol
LakeAinslie
Mira
River
Bay of Fundy
Northumberland Strait
St. Mary’s Bay
Minas Basin
St. GeorgesBay
Bras d’Or Lake
Atlantic Ocean
St.Margaret’s
Bay
PeggysCove
Sambro
Herring Cove
Timberlea
Hubbards
Tancook
The OvensLaHave
White Point
Milton
SummervilleCentre
Port Joli
SableRiver
Clyde RiverBarrington
Shag Harbour
PubnicoWest Pubnico
Wedgeport
Darling Lake
Hebron
Mavillette
Meteghan
Comeauville
ChurchPoint
Sandy Cove
Gilbert Cove
Westport Weymouth
Argyle
Carleton
Ste. Anne du RuisseauTusket
Cape SableIsland
Birchtown
Broad Cove
UpperTantallon
MountUniacke
SouthRawdon
Enfield
Meaghers Grant
StewiackeShubenacadie
Brookfield
UpperStewiacke
UrbaniaKennetcook
MaitlandNoel
Elmsdale
Musquodoboit Harbour
Moose RiverGold Mines
MiddleMusquodoboit
Upper Musquodoboit Caledonia
Lochaber
Aspen
Sherbrooke
Goshen
Tor Bay
Boylston
AuldsCove
MulgravePort Hastings
Craigmore
Port Hood Mabou Englishtown
Indian Brook
Wreck Cove
Sydney RiverSydney Forks
Westmount
Ingonish
White Point
Cape NorthPleasant Bay
Bay St. Lawrence
Dingwall
Meat Cove
SydneyMines
New Waterford
Reserve Mines
Ben Eoin
Irish CoveBig Pond
Eskasoni
FourchuPoint
Michaud
Gabarus
MarionBridge
DominionBoisdale
Bras d’Or
Little NarrowsIona
Inverness
MargareeForks
St. Joseph du Moine
St. Ann’s
NortheastMargaree
East Margaree
Margaree Valley
Whycocomagh
Orangedale
MarbleMountain
Dundee
St. Peter’sLouisdale
Arichat
St. Marys RiverIsaacs
Harbour
Port Bickerton
Guysborough
BayfieldPomquet
Arisaig
Caribou
WoodIslands
Westville
RiverJohn
Balmoral Mills
TatamagoucheWentworth
Wallace
Malagash
Pugwash
Londonderry
Liscomb
Ecum Secum
Fall River
North PrestonPortersLake
LawrencetownJeddore Oyster Pond
ClamHarbour Tangier
SpryBay
Sheet Harbour
BrooklynMartock
Grand PréNewMinas
Canning Blomidon
HallsHarbour
Harbourville
MargaretsvillePort George
GreenwoodAylesford
Maplewood
New Ross
New Germany
Caledonia
Greenfield
UpperClements
Clementsport
Bear River
SmithsCove
Port Royal
Advocate Harbour
Apple RiverEatonville
Williamsdale
RiverHebert
Joggins
Minudie
Five Islands
Economy
Walton
Nappan
Tidnish
Borden
Blandford
Delaps Cove
LouisHead
Maitland BridgeNewburne
PortGreville
Northport
Judique
Grand Narrows
Pinkney'sPoint
HavreBoucher
CapeChignecto
BassRiver
Debert
Brule
Tiverton
PortMedway
Glenville
Neils Harbour
Morristown
Lake Paul
Clare
SpencersIsland
Oak Island
Rissers Beach
Brier Island
Cape Forchu
Long Island
Cape St. Mary
Cape Blomidon
CapeSplit
Cape d’Or
CapeSambro
MartiniqueBeach
Melmerby Beach
CapeGeorge
Pictou Island
Isle Madame
Bird Islands
Cape Smokey
Cape North
Scaterie Island
Cabot’s Landing
EasternPassage
HeatherBeach
Mavillette Beach
Port MaitlandBeach
Lake Milo Beach
QueenslandBeach
Mira Gut Beach
Indian Beach
KejimkujikNational Park &
National Historic Siteof Canada
KentvilleKingston
MiddletonBridgetown
AnnapolisRoyalDigby
BerwickColdbrook
Parrsboro
Springhill
Amherst
HalifaxDartmouth
BedfordChester
Lunenburg
Bridgewater
Liverpool
Shelburne
Lockeport
Clark’s Harbour
Kejimkujik Seaside
Lower Sackville
Windsor
Wolfville
Hantsport
Yarmouth
Antigonish
Louisbourg
Canso
PortHawkesbury
Baddeck North Sydney
Glace Bay
Chéticamp
TrentonNew Glasgow
Stellarton
Oxford
Truro
Pictou
Fortress of LouisbourgNational Historic Site
of Canada
Cape Breton HighlandsNational Park
of Canada
Sydney
NewBrunswick Prince Edward
Island
Mahone Bay
GlooscapTrail
HalifaxDartmouth
LighthouseRoute
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Your shopping, dining and entertainment destination.
1869 Upper Water Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, (902) 429-0530www.historicproperties.ca
Take a step back in time. Historic Properties is a designated National Historic Site and premier shopping destination off ering you a wide array of shopping opportunities, from fashion to gifts, crafts, gourmet take-out and more.
Soak up the rich history when names and fortunes were made amid the wooden and stone warehouses, once brimming with Privateers’ booty from the high seas. Open 7 days a week on the waterfront boardwalk, steps from Casino Nova Scotia and the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel.
For more information on Meetings & Conventions
Destination Southwest Nova Association18 Dufferin Street, Box 1390
Lunenburg, NS B0J 2C0Toll Free: 1-877-552-4040
info@destinationsouthwestnova.comwww.destinationsouthwestnova.com
For more information on Yarmouth and Acadian Shores,
visit www.novascotia.com
Yarmouth & Acadian Shoresp r o v i n c i a l S p o T l i g h T
Acadian Dancers and MusiciansPhoto Courtesy of Nova Scotia Tourism
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores is a
premier meeting and convention destina-
tion, with a combination of state of the art
facilities and small town hospitality.
Bonjour, comment ça va, voulez-vous
tymez? And so starts your journey in
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, a region
where two distinct cultures co-exist and
honour tradition. English and Acadian-
French intermingle here, and the tri-colour
Acadian fl ag fl ies proudly. Home to the
largest fi shing industry in Atlantic Canada,
the region is united by ties to the sea, with
wharves playing the central role in most
communities. Yarmouth, the major centre
at the southwest tip of the province, is home
to more than its fair share of museums,
restaurants, and shopping opportunities.
The waterfront is alive with festivals, con-
certs, sightseers and fi shermen.
Throughout Yarmouth & Acadian
Shores, seafood isn’t just on the menu –
it’s a way of life. Savour plump, delicious
seafood, plucked from our own waters. Your
culinary adventure in Nova Scotia would
not be complete without exploring the
ovwr 400 years of French infl uence in our
area. Fiercely proud of their French-Acadian
roots and brimming with joie-de-vivre, folks
in this region never miss an opportunity to
celebrate their seafaring heritage, Acadian
culture or the natural beauty that surrounds
them. Be sure to try out local culinary spe-
cialties, like creamed lobster and rappie pie.
Before you know it, you’ll be talking with
that unique Acadian accent.
Seafest 2012
From July 18th to 28th, celebrate life by the sea
with succulent seafood, the Seafest Pageant,
driftwood competitions and the annual parade
of lights.
Mariner’s Centre
Multi-purpose facility in Yarmouth to accom-
modate trade shows, conventions and sporting
events, with a wide range of customization to
make your event a success.
Université Sainte-Anne
Two unique sites: a progressive university and
new interpretive and cultural centre situated
on campus in Church Point, includes a visitor
information centre, Acadian exhibitions, art
gallery and cultural programming.
The Pubnicos
Visit the oldest Acadian village, settled in 1653,
where a historical village, Nova Scotia’s fi rst
windfarm, an Acadian museum and the largest
commercial fi shing wharf in Atlantic Canada
are located.
Savour the Local Sea
Learn the story behind the seafood! From inter-
active skills demonstrations on local wharves
to plant tours to specially selected restaurant
meals, everyone has a story to tell.
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Photo Courtesy of Nova Scotia Tourism
2012 Meet Nova Scotia10
Your shopping, dining and entertainment destination.
1869 Upper Water Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, (902) 429-0530www.historicproperties.ca
Take a step back in time. Historic Properties is a designated National Historic Site and premier shopping destination off ering you a wide array of shopping opportunities, from fashion to gifts, crafts, gourmet take-out and more.
Soak up the rich history when names and fortunes were made amid the wooden and stone warehouses, once brimming with Privateers’ booty from the high seas. Open 7 days a week on the waterfront boardwalk, steps from Casino Nova Scotia and the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel.
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For more information on Meetings & Conventions
Central Nova Tourism Association65 Treaty Trail
Millbrook, NS, B6L 1W3Toll Free: 1-800-895-1177
Tel: (902) 893-8782Fax: (902) 893-2269
Destination Eastern and Northumberland Shores
Northumberland Shore Offi ce980 East River Road
New Glasgow, NS, B2H 3S8Tel: (902) 752-6383
Eastern Shore Offi ce7947B Highway 7General Delivery
Musquodoboit Harbour, NSB0J 2L0
Tel. (902) 889-2362
www.visitdeans.ca
For more information on Northumberland Shore
and Eastern Shore, visit www.novascotia.com
Northumberland & Eastern Shoresp r o v i n c i a l S p o T l i g h T
Antigonish Highland GamesPhoto Courtesy of Nova Scotia Tourism
With some of the most charming
seacoast communities, Eastern and Nor-
thumberland Shores are home to the fi nest
sights, sounds, scents, experiences and culi-
nary delights that Nova Scotia has to offer.
Tantalize your taste buds with a feast of
the world’s fi nest seafood; treat your ears
to the sweet sounds of folk and Maritime
music; see our magnifi cent seacoast vistas;
savor the restorative powers of the salt sea
air at any of our many public beaches; or
enjoy the warmth of the friendly hand-
shakes and hearty hellos that welcome you
wherever you go. Exceptional golf courses
in picturesque settings also await you here,
offering inspiring golfi ng experiences for
every level of golfer. Whatever you choose,
your senses will appreciate the enjoyable
experiences you’ll encounter here.
Sherbrooke Village
Step back into time to the boom years between
1860 and World War 1, when shipbuilding,
lumbering and gold mining dominated the local
economy. Visit the general store, photography
studio and doctor’s offi ce at this vibrant living
history museum.
Clam Harbour Sandcastle Contest
Bring your pail, shovel and camera. Each year
in mid August thousands of sightseers head for
Clam Harbour to marvel at the elaborate castles,
dragons and fanciful designs that scores of
talented artists have sculptured from the
golden sands.
Experience our Great Taste
Seafood, in all its guises, is fresh and plentiful
along the Eastern Shore. Enjoy a crisp fi sh and
chips with the family, crack open a glistening
red lobster tail, or steam a pound of tender
mussels in beer for supper. Other local culinary
delights include wild blueberries, maple and the
fi ne wines found at Jost Vineyards in Malagash.
Antigonish Highland Games
The oldest and largest Highland Games in North
America held in mid July. Watch teams of the
world’s best heavy events athletes compete for
national pride. Take in the dancing, a military
tattoo, parades, concerts and ceilidhs.
Hector Heritage Quay
Hector Heritage Quay, located on the scenic
Pictou waterfront, offers visitors a unique
glimpse into the journey of early Scottish
settlers to Nova Scotia and their life in the new
world. This award-winning attraction includes
a full-scale reproduction of the tall ship Hector,
which brought the fi rst wave of Scottish
immigrants to Nova Scotia in 1773.
Don’t Miss...
Photo Courtesy of Nova Scotia Economic and Rural Development and Tourism
Halifax Regional Municipality
The best living history in Canada,
year-round festivals & events, fresh sea-
food and innovative cuisine combine with
fi rst-rate facilities and a mix of world-class
amenities and small-town charm to make
Halifax, an unforgettable meeting and
convention destination.
Halifax offers a host of unique
venues, historic attractions and entertain-
ment options, all within the safe, walkable
downtown core. Imagine your guests being
escorted by bagpipers into an authentic
waterfront warehouse overlooking Halifax
Harbour where piping hot lobsters await.
p r o v i n c i a l S p o T l i g h T
For more information on Meetings & Conventions
Destination Halifax1800 Argyle Street, Suite 802Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3N8
Tel: (902) 422-9334, Fax: (902) 492-3175Toll Free: 1-877-422-9334
www.destinationhalifax.com
For more information about Halifax, visit www.novascotia.com
2012 Meet Nova Scotia 13
Or sipping cocktails while they mingle
amongst traditional Nova Scotian wooden
vessels in the Small Craft Gallery at the
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic.
Situated on the second largest natural
harbour in the world, Halifax is a vibrant,
eclectic city; rich in culture and history.
With direct air access from major
Canadian, US and international destina-
tions and easily accessible amenities once
you arrive, Halifax is an ideal choice for
meetings and conventions.
Download the free Visit Halifax Mobile
App, the Mobile Concierge for Halifax,
Nova Scotia.
Halifax Harbour – the heart of the city
Life in Halifax revolves around the sea. Museums,
shops, restaurants, galleries and a casino line the
waterfront boardwalk where events and festivals
keep things lively year-round. Explore the
harbour on foot along the 4 km Harbourwalk
or by sea, taking a cruise aboard a Tall Ship.
Delicious, locally-inspired cuisine & wine
Locally-inspired menus, expert chefs and award-
winning Nova Scotian wines have given Halifax
a growing reputation as a foodie destination.
Check out the oldest continuously-running
farmer’s market in North America (now housed
in a new state-of-the-art ‘green’ building on the
Halifax waterfront), then treat yourself to some
of the freshest seafood available, Halifax is a
delight for your taste buds.
An entertainment scene with buzz
From comedy clubs to pubs playing traditional
Maritime music, to major festivals like the
Halifax Jazz Festival and the Royal Nova Scotia
International Tattoo, Halifax entertainment
delivers on lively options year-round.
Outdoor adventures of all kinds
Halifax offers outdoor activities to suit every-
one – sea kayaking, rock climbing, hiking, sailing,
skiing, and golf, just to name a few. Whether
your delegates are looking for pristine beaches
to stroll along or crashing waves to ride, part
of Halifax’s appeal is how close it is to nature.
Pre and post trip options are plentiful.
A history of arts & culture
Home to one of the oldest Art colleges in
North America, Halifax’s arts and culture scene
is rich and alive. Halifax has got the scene
covered boasting a wide range of art galleries,
live theatre, and cultural Halifax festivals,
including the International Busker Festival
and the Atlantic Film Festival.
Photo Courtesy of Destination Halifax
Photo Courtesy of Destination Halifax
Don’t Miss...
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For more information on Meetings & Conventions
Destination Southwest Nova Association18 Dufferin Street, Box 1390
Lunenburg, NS B0J 2C0Toll Free: 1-877-552-4040
info@destinationsouthwestnova.comwww.destinationsouthwestnova.com
Central Nova Tourism Association65 Treaty Trail, Millbrook, NS, B6L 1W3
Toll Free: 1-800-895-1177Tel: (902) 893-8782, Fax: (902) 893-2269
For more information on the Fundy Shore and Annapolis Valley,
visit www.novascotia.com
Fundy Shore & Annapolis Valley
Home to the Bay of Fundy and World’s
Highest & Lowest tides….Take a walk 30
feet below sea level at low tide or glimpse
a great leviathan just a few feet away on a
whale-watching tour! Enjoy the agricultur-
al heartland of the Annapolis Valley where
your senses come to life with every bite
of locally grown fruit and produce. We
welcome you to enjoy Nova Scotia’s only
Zoo and Amusement Park, extreme back
country camping and world renowned
Digby scallops and clams. Digby Neck &
Islands is an oasis of marine habitat for
several species of whales and offers some
of the best birding in Eastern Canada.
You’ll understand the lure of the
region as you tour charming towns and
explore overfl owing farm markets and the
incomparable scenery. Enjoy lobster on
p r o v i n c i a l S p o T l i g h T
Experience a Natural Wonder
Nova Scotia’s Bay of Fundy has the most extreme
tidal range on earth. Don’t miss the opportunity
to see this natural wonder and check it off your
bucket-list!
Wine Country
The Annapolis Valley is Canada’s up and coming
wine region. With several award winning winer-
ies in the region, there’s a wine to suit any palate!
Grand Pre National Historic Site
Being nominated as a UNESCO World Heritage
Site – this is the site of the 17th century Acadian
village and the Deportation that were both
immortalized in H.W. Longfellow’s epic poem
Evangeline: A Tale of Acadie.
Tidally Awesome River Rafting
The only place in the world to experience tidal
river rafting – Extreme team building or one-of-
a-kind pre or post meeting adventure!
Mi’kmaq Cultural Experiences with the
Glooscap Heritage Centre
Drumming, dancing, hands-on crafts, and story-
telling to leave your groups spellbound!
the wharf in Halls Harbour, while over-
looking the world-renowned Bay of Fundy,
or stop by one of the many vineyards along
this region and sample award winning
wines, also known as Nova Scotia’s Wine
Country. Immerse yourself in our history
and culture when you overlook the Cliffs
of a UNESCO World Heritage site at the
Joggins Fossil Centre or surround yourself
with Mi’kmaq heritage at the Glooscap
Heritage Centre.
The Fundy Shore & Annapolis Valley
is home to meeting and convention loca-
tions, from modern day accommodations
to facilities that can transport you back in
time to world class elegance with modern
day amenities. The facilities offer breath-
taking views, the latest technology, team-
building experiences and warm hospitality.
2012 Meet Nova Scotia 15
Photo Courtesy of Nova Scotia Tourism
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South Shorep r o v i n c i a l S p o T l i g h T
In 2010, National Geographic Travel
Magazine rated the South Shore of Nova
Scotia one of the world’s top 10 coastal
destinations, stating that “with its light-
house-studded peninsulas and cozy harbor
side villages, Nova Scotia’s foggy South
Shore conforms to the quintessential
image of Atlantic Canada”.
The South Shore offers visitors
beautiful ocean vistas, pristine silver-
sand beaches, exceptional bird-watching,
historical lighthouses and historic seaport
towns such as Shelburne and the UNESCO
World Heritage Site of Old Town Lunen-
burg. The South Shore is also home to the
most photographed lighthouse in Canada
at Peggy’s Cove.
In this region, you will be delighted to
fi nd some of the best golf courses, world-
renowned fi ne dining, engaging live theatre
and music. Browse art galleries and crafters’
studios or stop by one of the ECONO-
Musees in the region and experience
fi rst-hand how these products are made
from start to fi nish. Outdoor enthusiasts
can learn to surf at White Point or hike at
Kejimkujik National Park Seaside. History
buffs can learn about the largest free black
settlement in North America at Birchtown.
For a truly authentic Nova Scotia
experience, several South Shore facilities
can accommodate small or large meetings
year round making it an ideal destination
to get away from the everyday. Our facili-
ties offer magnifi cent ocean views, the
latest technology, team-building experi-
ences and warm hospitality.
For more information on Meetings & Conventions
Destination Southwest Nova Scotia18 Dufferin Street, Box 1390
Lunenburg, NS B0J 2C0Toll Free: 1-877-552-4040
info@destinationsouthwestnova.comwww.destinationsouthwestnova.com
For more information on the South Shore, visit www.novascotia.com
Old Town Lunenburg
Stroll the narrow streets, which follow the town’s
original town plan of 1753. The extraordinary
level of preservation led to the designation of
a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995.
Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse
Most photographed lighthouse in Canada, this
iconic white and red beacon is a must for every
visitor’s photo album.
Kejimkujik National Park Seaside
Photographers will enjoy the superb ocean
views, rugged headlands and coastal dune
systems where the Piping Plover nests.
Bluenose II Restoration
Nova Scotia’s Sailing Ambassador. The ves-
sel is a replica of the famous fi shing schooner
depicted on the Canadian dime. Experience the
restoration project on the historic Lunenburg
waterfront.
Black Loyalist Heritage Site
This site commemorates the largest free Black
settlement in North America dating back to 1783.
Lunenburg GolfPhoto Courtesy of Nova Scotia Tourism
2012 Meet Nova Scotia16
Don’t Miss...
Peggy’s Cove LighthousePhoto Courtesy of Nova Scotia Tourism
Cape Breton Island Cape Breton Island offers beautiful
conference facilities featuring an abundance
of activities, including lively Celtic entertain-
ment and an Island that is perfect for explor-
ing. 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.
Rare Beauty
The 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 remark-
able beauty.” More recently, Travel + Leisure
magazine named Cape Breton the best island to
visit in the continental United States and Canada
in the 2009 World’s Best Awards readers’ survey.
p r o v i n c i a l S p o T l i g h T
The Cabot Trail – Cape Breton Islands
Natural Wonder
If you haven’t already heard about it, or planned
your next trip around it, you are in for quite a
surprise! The Cabot Trail is a wonder of nature
that you won’t want to miss! This drive along the
Cabot Trail is defi nitely a travellers dream with
twisting turns to scenic look offs high above the
Atlantic ocean, this can only be described a
piece of heaven.
Golfi ng
Ranked in Golf Digest’s Top 30 golfi ng destina-
tions in the world, Cape Breton Island is a dream
for any “fairway fanatic.” Led by Highlands Links,
Bell Bay, Le Portage, Dundee, and our Newest
addition—The Lakes at Ben Eion—our courses
are both challenging and breathtaking.
Where Music Is Born Cape Breton Island –
The Celtic Heart of North America
The Celtic Heart of North America represents
the amazing Celtic and Gaelic cultural experi-
ence on Cape Breton Island. We celebrate and
share the only living Celtic culture in North
America. Whether it‘s dancing to lively fi ddle
tunes, learning a Gaelic milling song or tracing
your roots, we’d love to share our Celtic culture
with you. And you just might fi nd it has the key
to unlock your Celtic heart.
Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic
Site – History comes alive!
Relive the glory days of New France in 1744 at
the largest historical reconstruction in North
America. Plan to spend a day on the animated
streets of the fortress, visiting the townsfolk in
their homes and soldiers at local pubs as they
talk about their war with the British. Don’t let on
that you know about the battle’s outcome - the
fortress will fall!
Hiking Cape Breton Highlands
National Park
The Cape Breton Highlands National Park has
many trails, ranging form short family walks to
spectacular hiking expeditions. There are dozens
more within and around the communities, the
famed Cape Breton Highlands hike is the Skyline
Trail, hike with others or join a ranger for a
guided hike. For more hikes head to beaches,
waterfalls, scenic plateaus, and historic sites.
2012 Meet Nova Scotia 17
For more information on Meetings & Conventions
Destination Cape BretonP.O. Box 1448, Sydney, NS, B1P 6R7
Tel: (902) 563-4636, Fax: (902) [email protected]
www.cbisland.com
For more information on the Cape Breton Island, visit www.novascotia.com
Photo Courtesy of Destination Cape Breton
Photo Courtesy of Destination Cape Breton
Don’t Miss...
When EXCELLENCE is yourcorporate standard, the gifts you give
can be nothing less
Show your appreciation with ahandmade gift from
Cape Breton Centre forCraft and Design
A UNIQUE GIFT
Visit our Gallery at 322 Charlotte Street, Sydney,902 270 7491| www.capebretoncraft.com
Hugh Ross
BREATHE NEW LIFE into YOUR
EVENT“…the staff and facilities
exceeded our expectations...our conference was a hugh success because of the location, the
impeccable service and staff.”
Make your next event the best it can be!
[email protected]@capebretonresorts.com
NovaScotiaMeetings.com 1.800.565.5660
Cape Breton Island is a wonderfulplace to host your next meeting orevent, from large convention centersto quiet resorts we have somethingto fit all events large or small.
While attending a meeting orconvention on Cape Breton Island,delegates may want to extend theirstay to enjoy our world-class hospi-tality. From exhilarating coastal experiences like the famous CabotTrail to enchanting heritage, arts, & entertainment such as Fortressof Louisbourg, Cape Breton Islandwill be sure to please your groupand their family.
Please contact:Destination Cape BretonPO Box 1448 SydneyNS B1P 6R7Phone: 902 563-4636Fax: 902 564-5422
www.cbisland.com
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN OUR CULTURE & HERITAGEFortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site History comes alive!Relive the glory days of New France in 1744 at the largest historical recon-struction in North America. Plan to spend a day on the animated streets ofthe fortress, visiting the townsfolk in their homes and soldiers at local pubsas they talk about their war with the British. Don’t let on that you know about the battle’s outcome – the fortress will fall!
INSPIRE YOURSELF WITH OUR COASTAL EXPERIENCES“The Cabot Trail Cape Breton Islands Natural Wonder”If you haven’t already heard about it, or planned your next trip around it, you are in for quite a surprise! The Cabot Trail is a wonder of nature that you won’t want to miss! This drive along theCabot Trail is definitely a traveller’s dream with twisting turns to scenic look offs high above the Atlantic Ocean, this can only be described a piece of heaven.
Explore the Bras d’Or, The Unique Bras d’Or LakeThe Bras d’Or Lake has been recently designated Canada’s 16th Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.The Bras d’Or Lake is a unique combination of ocean and lake features, which dominate the centre of Cape Breton Island. Visitors to the Bras d’Or are often surprised that the Lake is salty. Althoughsurrounded by land, two natural channels and a canal connect the Lake to the Atlantic Ocean.
INVIGORATE YOURSELF WITH OUR OUTDOOR ACTIVITIESGolfingRanked in Golf Digest’s Top 30 golfing destinations in the world, Cape Breton Island is a dream forany “fairway fanatic.” World class golf awaits at Cabot Links, The Lakes, Highlands Links, LePortage,Bell Bay or Dundee Golf Club. Golfers are treated to Atlantic Ocean seascapes, panoramic Bras d’Or Lake vistas, gentle rolling fairways and daunting rugged terrain.
HikingThe Cape Breton Highlands National Park has many trails, ranging from short family walks to spectacular hiking expeditions. There are dozens of options in and around our communities –beaches, waterfalls, scenic plateaus and historic sites. If you’re looking for an experience unlike any other be sure to hike the Skyline Trail.
www.cbisland.com
WORLD’S BEST
AWARDS2011
TRAVEL + LEISURE named Cape Breton #1 Island Destination in Continental US and Canada,
#3 in the WORLD 2011
10 minutes west of BaddeckToll Free: 1.866.295.2999 Tel: 902 295 2999Fax: 902 295 3306
10765 Hwy 105 Wagmatcook, NS
À tuKwagnmuewThe Journey and Spirit of the Mikmaq• state-of-the-art meeting and
convention facilities • accommodating groups up to 500• on site catering• tour packages available• gift shop• theatre room available
www.wagmatcook.com
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When EXCELLENCE is yourcorporate standard, the gifts you give
can be nothing less
Show your appreciation with ahandmade gift from
Cape Breton Centre forCraft and Design
A UNIQUE GIFT
Visit our Gallery at 322 Charlotte Street, Sydney,902 270 7491| www.capebretoncraft.com
Hugh Ross
BREATHE NEW LIFE into YOUR
EVENT“…the staff and facilities
exceeded our expectations...our conference was a hugh success because of the location, the
impeccable service and staff.”
Make your next event the best it can be!
[email protected]@capebretonresorts.com
NovaScotiaMeetings.com 1.800.565.5660
Cape Breton Island is a wonderfulplace to host your next meeting orevent, from large convention centersto quiet resorts we have somethingto fit all events large or small.
While attending a meeting orconvention on Cape Breton Island,delegates may want to extend theirstay to enjoy our world-class hospi-tality. From exhilarating coastal experiences like the famous CabotTrail to enchanting heritage, arts, & entertainment such as Fortressof Louisbourg, Cape Breton Islandwill be sure to please your groupand their family.
Please contact:Destination Cape BretonPO Box 1448 SydneyNS B1P 6R7Phone: 902 563-4636Fax: 902 564-5422
www.cbisland.com
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN OUR CULTURE & HERITAGEFortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site History comes alive!Relive the glory days of New France in 1744 at the largest historical recon-struction in North America. Plan to spend a day on the animated streets ofthe fortress, visiting the townsfolk in their homes and soldiers at local pubsas they talk about their war with the British. Don’t let on that you know about the battle’s outcome – the fortress will fall!
INSPIRE YOURSELF WITH OUR COASTAL EXPERIENCES“The Cabot Trail Cape Breton Islands Natural Wonder”If you haven’t already heard about it, or planned your next trip around it, you are in for quite a surprise! The Cabot Trail is a wonder of nature that you won’t want to miss! This drive along theCabot Trail is definitely a traveller’s dream with twisting turns to scenic look offs high above the Atlantic Ocean, this can only be described a piece of heaven.
Explore the Bras d’Or, The Unique Bras d’Or LakeThe Bras d’Or Lake has been recently designated Canada’s 16th Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.The Bras d’Or Lake is a unique combination of ocean and lake features, which dominate the centre of Cape Breton Island. Visitors to the Bras d’Or are often surprised that the Lake is salty. Althoughsurrounded by land, two natural channels and a canal connect the Lake to the Atlantic Ocean.
INVIGORATE YOURSELF WITH OUR OUTDOOR ACTIVITIESGolfingRanked in Golf Digest’s Top 30 golfing destinations in the world, Cape Breton Island is a dream forany “fairway fanatic.” World class golf awaits at Cabot Links, The Lakes, Highlands Links, LePortage,Bell Bay or Dundee Golf Club. Golfers are treated to Atlantic Ocean seascapes, panoramic Bras d’Or Lake vistas, gentle rolling fairways and daunting rugged terrain.
HikingThe Cape Breton Highlands National Park has many trails, ranging from short family walks to spectacular hiking expeditions. There are dozens of options in and around our communities –beaches, waterfalls, scenic plateaus and historic sites. If you’re looking for an experience unlike any other be sure to hike the Skyline Trail.
www.cbisland.com
WORLD’S BEST
AWARDS2011
TRAVEL + LEISURE named Cape Breton #1 Island Destination in Continental US and Canada,
#3 in the WORLD 2011
10 minutes west of BaddeckToll Free: 1.866.295.2999 Tel: 902 295 2999Fax: 902 295 3306
10765 Hwy 105 Wagmatcook, NS
À tuKwagnmuewThe Journey and Spirit of the Mikmaq• state-of-the-art meeting and
convention facilities • accommodating groups up to 500• on site catering• tour packages available• gift shop• theatre room available
www.wagmatcook.com
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2012 Meet Nova Scotia20
Get Social
Social Media and the Meetings Industry
T e c h S a v v y
Jennifer Smith
Social media is about creating a discussion by
connecting you with others in an immediate
and interactive way. For meeting planners,
this means opportunities to promote ideas,
disseminate information, get feedback and
drive online bookings for events. But more
importantly, it offers the chance to engage with
participants and create a dialogue, which allows
for real personal investment in your meetings.
So… where do you start?
It may seem obvious, but the fi rst step with
social media is to decide what it is you want to
say and how you want to say it. Social media
can allow you to interact with your attendees
in a variety of ways, so it’s important to know
what your priorities are so you can choose the
most appropriate platform. Do you want to link
to information or online registration on your
website? Create a video for an event? Solicit
ideas for spousal programs? Share photos and
stories? Help your attendees network with each
other? Ask for feedback on how your meeting
went?
Once you know how you want to engage your
audience, you’ll want to choose the right tool for
the job. Not all social media platforms may meet
your needs and it’s important to understand the
strengths and weaknesses of each.
Twitter is a message exchange application where
users “tweet” information in short messages of
140 characters or less. Users can retweet your
messages to their followers, and so on. Hashtags
(key phrases starting with a # sign) are a powerful
way to brand your message and allow people to
search out information on your event.
Why it’s great: Twitter is an easy way to send out
links to further information (i.e. a link to spousal
tours available on your website, or conference
itinerary information). It can create buzz around
your event if it’s large, or any portions are open
to the public (such as a trade show). It lends itself
well to back-and-forth communication as well.
Why it’s not: Unless you protect your tweets,
anyone who searches for your username will be
able to see the information you post. However,
if you lock down your info it will only reach a
small audience and that defeats the purpose.
This is a tool best used for information you don’t
mind making public or are hoping to spread to a
wide audience.
There’s little doubt that social media is one of the fastest growing marketing and business
tools available today. Once seen as a questionable investment in time and finances,
social media’s value is now fi rmly established. A strong online social presence is quickly
becoming a must-have in the competitive business world and there are practical business
applications that can be benefi cial before, during and after meetings.
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Nearly everyone is familiar with Facebook,
which allows profi le-based information sharing. Facebook offers a lot of different functionalities:
create a group specifi cally for your meeting or
conference attendees, set up events with RSVP
lists, post photos from your activities and send
direct messages to users.
Why it’s great: Facebook is probably the most
widely-used social networking tool and odds are
a high number of your participants will have it.
Groups and profi les can be made private so your
information can stay within an invited circle of
attendees.
Why it’s not: Most people tend to use Facebook
as a way to keep in touch with friends and
family, and not everyone wants to mix home
and business; Facebook’s ever-changing privacy
settings may make some users hesitant to
potentially expose their personal lives to their
colleagues.
Youtube is the best-known video sharing site,
allowing the easy upload of professional and
amateur shots (up to 10 minutes in length).
Why it’s great: Share promotional videos,
conference presentations and post-meeting
videos with your meeting attendees – and the
world. Or, you can make your account private
and videos accessible only via a link you provide
to attendees.
Why it’s not: Sharing of information is really
one-way – there’s no opportunity for discussion,
except for the comment’s section of each video
(and this is clumsy at best). Consider using
YouTube in conjunction with another tool, such
as Facebook, which allows you to post the video
on your page and take advantage of all the other
features associated with it.
A work-oriented social networking site, LinkedIn
allows members to create profi les and “link” to
each other to exchange business info, resumes,
offers, look for job opportunities and keep their
contacts up to date on their current employment
details.
Why it’s great: LinkedIn allows meeting attendees
to network and form professional relationships,
amongst coworkers and people from outside
companies. Skills and specialties are usually listed
in profi les, so you may fi nd an expert just when
you need one.
Why it’s not: LinkedIn isn’t set up to create
events and it doesn’t allow for easy conversations
amongst groups of people. It’s great for networking,
but has limited uses for specifi c events.
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T e c h S a v v y
continued from page 21
Once the big day arrives, consider integrating
social media into your event as well. High-speed
wireless connections (free ones!) will allow
attendees to post and tweet as activities are
ongoing, and communicate not just with you,
but with each other. Promote following the
event’s Twitter or Facebook accounts for event
updates, or offer extras for socially-connected
participants. For people who can’t attend the
event in person, consider setting up a live stream
so out-of-towners can follow along.
Of course, a social media presence doesn’t have
to (and shouldn’t) stop just because an event is
over. Utilize your online presence to get feedback
from attendees, share photos and stories from
the event, send out follow-up materials or post
videos of presentations and social activities. If you
keep the conversation going, you’re more likely
to create lasting relationships between you and
your attendees, and allow colleagues to network
effectively with each other.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed and looking
for help, there are numerous consultants and
companies located in Nova Scotia that specialize
in creating social media campaigns and helping
you get the most out of your online presence.
Social media has the potential to be a powerful
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Have a plan: Creating a social media strategy
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online social media presence. Knowing what
you want to say, when you want to say it and
how often is important.
Don’t pitch the hard sell: Advertising is
everywhere, but if you’re using your social
media presence to pitch sales, people will
quickly tune you out (especially if that’s all
you’re doing with it). Use social media to
create awareness and added-value for your
event and it will sell itself.
Follow through: The point of social media
is to engage your users; if you stop talking,
people will stop listening. Creating a twitter
account that never tweets, a facebook page
you never update or a youtube account with
only one video can actually turn people off
your brand or event and be more harmful
than not doing anything in the social media
sphere at all.
Talk back: Social media is a great way to send
out information, but remember, it’s about
the conversation – so don’t forget to listen,
too, and respond to your users. Engaging with
people is the real point of social media!
Tips for Effective Social Media Use
Having a clear vision, using the right tools and
engaging your audience in meaningful ways
can help strengthen brand awareness, provide
important networking opportunities and create a
valuable two-way information exchange between
you and your meeting participants.
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Unique Titanic Experiences
Three Halifax ships were involved in the grim
task of recovering victims - many of whom were
laid to rest in three of the city’s cemeteries.
Rows of black granite headstones, each inscribed
with the same date, April 15, 1912, are a stark
reminder of the disaster.
April 15, 2012, marked the 100th anniversary
of the sinking of Titanic. This occasion was
commemorated through special Halifax Titanic
events and programming that underscored the
impact the Titanic story continues to have on
Halifax and the world.
When visiting Halifax, one can experience
reminders of Titanic and other courageous
stories about our people and their intimate
connection with the sea. Meeting planners can
bring these experiences to their delegates by
contacting any of the following companies.
Velocity Event Management
is offering “Your Titanic Experience” to corporate
groups coming to Halifax wanting a Titanic
themed event without having to leave their
conference venue. They will bring components
including décor, music, entertainers, costumes
and more to any premises and customize each
event to suit client budgets and objectives.
Whether you’re looking for a “lower deck” party
or fi rst class formal reception and/or dinner,
they can do it all.
P: 902-229-0209
W: www.velocityentertainment.ca/titanic
LimeLight Communications Group Inc. is bursting with inspiring speakers and show
stopping entertainment for conferences,
corporate meetings and special events. In
an effort to help commemorate the 100th
anniversary of the great Titanic, LimeLight is
featuring a customized orchestra to provide
music for special events. The Halifax Titanic
Orchestra will transport you back in history, to
an era of opulence, performing the music heard
by passengers on the Titanic’s ill-fated maiden
voyage. The Orchestra can provide background
music for receptions and dinners as well as a
concert experience.
P: 902-433-1986
W: www.limelightgroup.com/TheHalifaxTitanicOrchestra
The world was stunned in 1912 by the loss of the liner Titanic on her maiden voyage. Halifax, Nova Scotia, has one of the most moving and intimate connections with the Titanic disaster, playing a key role during the tragedy’s aftermath and becoming the fi nal resting place of many of her unclaimed victims.
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Titanic ExhibitPhoto Courtesy of Bedford Institute of Oceanography
RCR Catering have partnered with Classic
Dinner Theatre Productions to bring groups
Titanic: The Fated Voyage. This Dinner Theatre
is more than just a show, it’s an interactive
experience. The story of Titanic has captivated
minds and imaginations for 100 years. Re-live
one of the most powerful moments in modern
history through a spectacular three act dramatic
production. To truly enhance authenticity, menu
items actually served onboard the famed ship
on April 14, 1912 have been specially recreated by
one of the top chefs in the region. Experience
the pomp of the fi rst class lounge, soak in the
sounds of Titanic’s era and enjoy a taste of
history.
P: 855-436-0029
W: www.titanicdinnertheatre.com
NovaScotian Crystal has a unique
suggestion for Titanic-themed corporate gift
giving this year - Icebergs. The clay pot that heats
the molten crystal for the craftsman to create
their pieces is replaced about once a year. As
the pot cools, its walls crumble and fall away,
releasing exquisitely abstract raw chunks of
crystal, resembling icebergs. Like the rings of a
tree or a vintage of great wine, these pieces hold
in them not just a piece of the crystal makers’
soul, but a small trace of every piece of crystal
that was formed since the pot was fi red up a
year earlier.
P: 877-492-3089
W: www.novascotiancrystal.com/icebergs-intro-and-gallery
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The Maritime Museum of the Atlantic has what is generally recognized as
the world’s finest collection of wooden artifacts
from Titanic. Halifax was the closest major
port to the 1912 sinking and all of the recovered
bodies were brought to Halifax, along with many
pieces of wreckage. These fragments, including
a near perfectly preserved deckchair and large
pieces of oak carving, are featured as part of
the museum’s permanent exhibit. The Museum’s
Small Craft Gallery is a wonderfully unique
offsite space for a sit down meal (100) or stand-
up reception (250).
A rare deck chair from Titanic is included in the Maritime Museum’s permanent exhibit Titanic: The Unsinkable Ship and Halifax.Photo courtesy Gerry Lunn, Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, Halifax, NS M81.228.1
P: 902-424-6447
W: www.museum.gov.ns.ca/mmanew/en/ home/visitus/facilityrental/smallcraft galleryforreceptionsanddinners.aspx
For more information on Halifax & the Titanic
visit www.destinationhalifax.com/titanic
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Five Tips for Creating a Memorable Event
e v e n T p l a n n i n g T i p S
Habib offers fi ve hints that can make your next conference or convention shine:
Be exclusive: Everyone likes to feel
special. Conference and convention attendance
will hit capacity when delegates are offered
an experience they cannot get elsewhere; for
example, having a popular Nova Scotia singer
or musician perform at an exclusive concert for
conference delegates.
Think ‘theme’: A successful event
creates memories and reinforces them, so
they are retained long after the event is over.
A conference logo, colours, symbols are all
important tools that when identifi ed and used
on registration forms, delegate bags, signage and
decor will help your conference or convention
hit its mark.
Keep it natural: Nova Scotia food,
music, and attractions offer much more than
the postcard view. They provide experiences
that can only be found here. Think beyond the
A successful conference or convention
can boost sales, improve productivity
and expand market share.
In fact, the sector is more than a $30-billion
industry, according to Meeting Professionals
International Foundation Canada (MPI). That’s a
signifi cant investment by businesses of all sizes.
A good conference or convention starts with a
good leader. In other words, hire a professional.
“Successful conference or conventions don’t just
happen - they just look that way,” says Claudia
Habib of downeast destination management, a
Halifax-based event management company.
Event planners are experts in the big picture and
are skilled at the micro-view as well – the tiny
details that are easily overlooked but can make
or break an event, such as a special menu for
guests with food allergies or coordinating the
event agenda with airport shuttle service.
obvious: talent abounds not only in folk music
but in every genre of the arts imaginable. Too
many choices? Your event professional can help.
Collaborate: Every event needs a
team to run smoothly, from the moderator
keeping the agenda on track to the catering
staff ensuring the hot food is hot, the cold
food is properly chilled and all is served with
split-second precision. Each team member is
an expert in his or her fi eld. Respecting their
opinions and linking each element will create
that seamless fl ow that keeps participants
interested.
Get in touch, stay in touch: Invitations
and registration incentives make the introductions,
the event encourages the conversation, and the
“apres conference” follow up keeps the relationship
going. Well-worded evaluations capture fresh
memories and honest observations, which in turn
can guide next steps and future events. Delegates
remain a wealth of information after the last guest
has departed for home.
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its shores and brews and distils some of the fi nest ales and whiskeys in the country.
n o v a S c o T i a c u i S i n e
When thinking of Nova Scotia foods, one of the
fi rst to come to mind is usually seafood. The
seafood industry, both fi shing and processing,
has been an integral part of the Nova Scotia
economy and culture for hundreds of years.
Lobster is one of the most popular types of sea-
food caught off the shores of Nova Scotia with
thousands of visitors enjoying the delectable
crustacean each year. Lobster fi shing is available
on every shore of Nova Scotia from the Bay of
Fundy to the cold waters of the Atlantic with
seasons open in various fi shing districts virtually
year-round.
Another of Nova Scotia’s deepwater delica-
cies are Digby scallops. The fi shery for scallops
occurs off the shores of Digby, which is often
referred to as “The Scallop Capital of the World”.
Scallops are shucked (have their shells removed)
and the meat is sold all over the globe. Scallops
are available in shops and restaurants year-round
and are found in a multitude of delicious dishes.
Scallops can also be ordered alone and may be
served on their shell.
From the seas to the fi elds, Nova Scotia yields
a plentiful farm-to-table crop during harvest
season in the province. The province’s fertile
soils and climate make the ideal environment
for growing a multitude of fresh, straight from
the farm fruits and vegetables. Farmers’ markets
all over the province welcome vendors selling
their fresh strawberries, potatoes, carrots, beans,
apples and so much more each year. Blueberries
are also grown in abundance in Nova Scotia, with
Oxford being designated the “Wild Blueberry
Capital of Canada”. Much of this fresh produce
also makes its way to restaurants throughout
the province to ensure visitors and patrons are
enjoying the freshest local ingredients available.
Nova Scotia is also home to several breweries.
Beginning in 1820, the Alexander Keith’s Brewery
in Halifax is perhaps Nova Scotia’s most famous
brewery. Today it continues to produce fi ve ales,
including the India Pale Ale that made Alexander
Keith’s mark in the business. Brewery tours by
costumed guides are available and are a popular
attraction when visiting Halifax.
Propeller Brewing Company, also located in
Halifax, produces award winning ales and Nova
Scotia fl avours of lagers. Propeller, a micro-
brewery, takes pride in its craft beers, which
are produced in small batches to ensure the
best fl avour and made with natural ingredients.
Propeller offers standard year-round brews with
three seasonal beers available, including pumpkin
ale in the autumn. Tours of the Propeller Brewery
are available to guests.
Canada’s only single malt whiskey maker, the
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Glenora Distillery, is located in Glenville, Nova
Scotia on Cape Breton Island. Visitors to the
distillery are invited to tour the facilities and
experience how Glen Breton Rare single malt
whiskey is produced using malted barley. Be sure
to visit the gift shop to pick up a souvenir or gift
and try the Whiskey Cake – the only one of its
kind in North America!
How to eat a lobsterCracking into a lobster can be a challenging
and sometimes intimidating feat if not prop-
erly educated. Seasoned lobster eaters have
their own tricks for reaching the succulent
meat within the shell, but here are a few tips
for beginners. Warning! Eating lobster can
be a messy business, so use the bib if you’re
offered one!
1. Twist off the claws where they attach to
the body.
2. Crack the claw using a lobster or nut
cracker.
3. Using a lobster pick or fork, remove the
claw meat from the shell and commence
dunking in melted butter!
4. To get to the tail meat, uncurl the tail and
twist it where it connects to the body.
The green stuff is called tomalley (lobster
liver) and is considered a delicacy in some
countries. But it’s advisable to skip the
tomalley and wash or scrape it off the tail.
The bright red inside the lobster is roe or
lobster eggs and is only found in females.
It’s edible if you wish to eat it.
5. Once the tail has been detached from
the body, hold the tail horizontally in
one hand and squeeze until it breaks,
pull the two sides apart and extract the
meat using a lobster pick or fork. A knife
can also be used to crack the tail open.
Be sure to discard the dark vein running
down the tail.
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History Meets the HarbourExplore Fisherman’s Cove, a quaint restored
200-year-old fi shing village in Eastern Passage.
Visitors can sample fantastic Nova Scotian
seafood, visit the Marine interpretive centre
or wander along the waterfront boardwalk and
visit the unique local wares. Charter boats are
available for whale watching, deep-sea fi shing
and island tours.
Fisherman’s Covewww.fi shermanscove.ns.ca
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Off the Beaten Pathu n i Q u e p r e & p o S T o p T i o n S
When it comes to fi nding a unique pre or post activity for your group or their families, there’s no shortage of choices in Nova Scotia.
We’ve got it all, from culinary, cultural and historical experiences, to outdoor adventures and traditional sightseeing. Here are just
a few of the unique activities available for your group as a whole, or for individuals looking to add on to their stay.
Photo Courtesy of Nova Scotia Tourism
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Kejimkujik National Park SeasidePhoto Courtesy Parks Canada / D. Wilson
continued on page 32
““ I was flying from
Frankfurt to New York
for a vacation,
but landed in heaven.
- A quote from an anonymous
passenger on a transatlantic airplane
fl ight diverted on short notice
to land in Nova Scotia.
norThuMberland Shore
Sweet TreatA working maple syrup farm and woodlot, Sugar
Moon Farms offers tours and tastings in their
working sugar camp. Guests can access the Cape
to Cape Trail and hike, ski, snowshoe or take
a sleigh ride around the farm. “Chef’s Night at
Sugar Moon”, a monthly gourmet maple dining
experience, features guest chefs, live music and
wine tastings.
Sugar Moon Farm1 (866) 816-2753www.sugarmoon.ca
cape breTon
Bottoms UpGlenora Distillery is Canada’s only distiller of
single malt whisky. Home to Glen Breton Rare,
North America’s fi rst single malt whisky, Glenora
offers tours of the distillery and its rich history
from May to October, which include samples of
the company’s famous products.
Glenora Distillery1 (800) 839-0491www.glenoradistillery.com/distillery.htm
SouTh Shore
Captivating Coast
Hike through rocky coves glacier-carved
headlands and silver sands at Kejimkujik National
Park Seaside, just west of Liverpool. Watch for
seals and shorebirds as you tour interpretive
exhibits and learn about the area’s fl ora and
fauna. The stunning coastal scenery will surely
captivate your imagination.
Kejimkujik National Park Seaside (902) 682-2772 www.pc.gc.ca/eng/pn-np/ns/kejimkujik
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halifaX MeTro
Standing Ovation
Neptune Theatre is Atlantic Canada’s largest
professional regional theatre. Lavish musicals,
side-splitting comedies and powerful dramas
are performed during their season, while smaller,
more intimate productions are also staged. The
regular season runs from mid September until
late May, but often stretches well into July with
popular productions such as Cats and Beauty
and The Beast.
Neptune Theatre(902) 429-7070www.neptunetheatre.com
fundy Shore & annapoliS valley
Breathtaking Blooms
Annapolis Historic Gardens showcase more
than 400 years of local history over 17 acres
of fragrant gardens. Highlights include an
exceptional rose collection, the 18th century-
inspired Governor’s Garden, the modern
Innovative Garden and a reconstructed Acadian
house showcasing mid-1600’s Acadian culture.
Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens(902) 532-7018 www.historicgardens.com
For more idea on great pre and post options
in Nova Scotia, visit www.novascotia.com
Photo Courtesy ofMeaghan Ferdinand
Photo Courtesy ofArt Gallery of Nova Scotia
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continued from page 31
yarMouTh & acadian ShoreS
For the Love of Art
For a taste of culture visit the Western Branch
of the Art Gallery of Nova Scotia, nestled in a
historic, late 1800s Victorian-style building in
downtown Yarmouth. The only satellite gallery
in Canada, the Western AGNS draws from the
province’s collection of contemporary, historical
and folk art, and includes works from permanent
collections and travelling exhibitions.
Art Gallery of Nova Scotia – Western Branch (902) 749-2248 www.artgalleryofnovascotia.ca/en/AGNS_Yarmouth/default.aspx
Photo Courtesy ofNova Scotia Economic and Rural Development and Tourism
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1) Set goals – Take some time to think
about what you would like to achieve at
the conference — honing your technical or
leadership skills, meeting new contacts or
sourcing vendors. Having a game plan will
help you maximize your time and derive the
most benefi t.
2) Network – Network. Network. Use
this opportunity to connect with business
professionals you wouldn’t otherwise have
access to. Remember to practice your elevator
pitch and bring plenty of business cards.
3) Venture out on your own – While
it may be tempting to mingle with existing
colleagues, take this opportunity to meet new
people. If each member of your group meets fi ve
individuals, your network will grow signifi cantly.
4) Offer to contribute – Have some
interesting industry or professional expertise?
Consider submitting a speaker proposal. You’ll
present yourself as a subject matter expert while
gaining new skills and contacts.
5) Learn something new – Attend sessions
that will introduce you to new subjects rather
than those in which you feel most comfortable.
Keep a running list of ideas, insights and action
items learned for future follow-up.
6) Keep in touch – Widen your network
by contacting individuals after the conference.
Social networking sites such as LinkedIn are
an excellent way to stay connected and share
industry best practices.
Source: Robert Half Management Resources
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Unique Reminders of Your VisitS h o p p i n g
Looking for a special take-home reminder of your time in Nova Scotia? There’s no shortage of unique artisan shops and galleries
throughout the province; from hand-crafted carvings and original artwork to traditional Nova Scotian apparel and delicious fare,
you’ll fi nd the perfect memento or gift.
In Halifax, there are a number of unique shopping
experiences with a historical twist. The Hydrostone
Market (www.hydrostonemarket.ca), nestled in the
city’s North End, is a European-style collection of
shops housed in buildings constructed after the
Halifax Explosion. There you’ll fi nd unique hand-
crafted items, gourmet dining and more.
Or check out Historic Properties on the Halifax
waterfront (www.historicproperties.ca), where bou-
tique shopping and some of the city’s most spec-
tacular waterfront patios are located within late
17th and early 18th century privateer’s warehouses.
For a taste of Halifax’s nautical history, visit Rum
Runners at Bishops Landing (www.rumrunners.ca)
and take home a delectable rum cake made with
Cape Breton’s Glenora Distilleries rum or whiskey.
If you’re looking for something with a little sparkle,
travel to the Eastern Shore to visit The Tourist
Trap (www.thetouristtrap.ca) in Musquodoboit
Harbour. Best known for its hand-crafted gemstone
jewellery, it also offers pottery, Acadian Maple
products, furniture, art and photography of the
famous Sable Island ponies. For a unique tasting
experience, J. Willy Krauch & Son’s Smokehouse
(www.willykrauch.com) in Tangier offers gourmet
smoked Atlantic salmon, herring, trout, mackerel
and eels in traditional Scandinavian style.
In Cape Breton, get into the true spirit of New
Scotland at MacIssac Kiltmakers and Celtic Gift
Shop (www.mackilts.com). The St. Peter’s shop
custom makes hand sewn kilts, ladies kilted skirts
and children’s kilties. The shop also stocks kilt
accessories and Celtic gifts. Port Hood’s Gallop-
ing Cows Fine Foods (www.gallopingcows.com)
produces decadent fruit preserves, wine jellies and
apple butters, as individual items and in gift baskets.
For a truly Nova Scotian item, take home a Celtic
fi ddle fi lled with decadent gourmet fruit sauces.
Or visit the Cape Breton Centre for Craft & Design
in Sydney (www.capebretoncraft.com), which
features some of the island’s fi nest crafts, with
craftspeople on-site creating new works in studios.
In the Northumberland region, Pictou’s Grohm-
ann Knives (www.grohmannknives.com) has been
producing award-winning, hand-crafted knives for
Julia Webb
more than 50 years. In addition to its retail location,
it also offers free factory tours from Monday to Fri-
day. For something slightly softer, visit the Lismore
Sheep Farm Wool Shop (www.lismoresheepfarm-
woolshop.com) in River John. A working sheep farm
with 300 animals, it produces a variety of wool and
sheepskin products, including Nova Scotia tartan
pure wool throws.
The Flight of Fancy in Bear River (www.thefl ight.ca),
nestled in the Fundy Shore and Annapolis Valley
region, is a nationally acclaimed art gallery and
craft shop showcasing the work of more than 200
artists. The Flight is housed in a circa 1845 home
and features wood carvings, earthenware, glass-
ware, traditional Mi’q Maw baskets and carvings,
as well as oil, acrylic, watercolour, bone and antler
art. For some udderly delicious Nova Scotian fare,
visit Fox Hill Cheese House in Port Williams
(www.foxhillcheesehouse.com), which crafts
more than 20 varieties of specialty cheeses, natural
yogurt and gelato from its own herd of Holstein
cows. Tours allow you to watch the cheese making
process and sample some of the products.
Yarmouth and Acadian Shores offers up culinary
treats at the Yarmouth Farmers Community Market
(www.yarmouthfarmersmarket.com), located at
the historic Hawthorn Street barn warehouse in
downtown Yarmouth. Drop by on Saturdays year
round to visit more than 25 vendors offering local
produce, meats, poultry, baked goods, prepared
food, wine, beer, coffee and crafts. Just outside
Yarmouth sits At the Sign of the Whale
(www.signofthewhaleonline.com), which features
all-Nova Scotia work by 150 artists and craftspeo-
ple. Listed in Frommer’s, Fodor’s and Michelin travel
guides, items in the store and gallery include
pottery, paintings, books, clothing, weaving,
wood turning, jewellery, candles and glasswork.
The South Shore offers the chance for rest
and relaxation with Bay Hammocks in Seabright
(www.bayhammocks.com), where St. Margaret’s
Bay artisans have crafted exceptionally comfort-
able woven hammocks and swings. The Village
Emporium in Chester (www.villageemporiumns.
com) brings more than 20 vendors together under
one roof to create a total shopping experience.
Giftware, jewelry, clothing, local artwork, soaps and
lotions, and stained glass are just a few of the items
you’ll fi nd in this multi-room store. In Mahone Bay
stop by Amos Pewter (www.amospewter.com) for
handcrafted Nova Scotian items inspired by nature
and the seaside. An interpretative workshop and
free guided tours are also available.
Angelo’s Nova ScotiaI love everything about the outdoors in Nova Scotia. We are blessed with
awesome natural beauty all around this province, from breathtaking ocean views and stunning inland rivers and lakes to pristine Acadian forests. The visitors who come here really respond to that. Every trip is different. Every trip is exhilarating. And when people come to visit, it can change their entire attitude. After only a couple of hours outdoors, they discover something new about themselves.
“I love the rawness & vastness of our outdoors.”Skyline Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National Park of Canada
More of my favourites• Cape Breton Highlands National Park of Canada
is a real gem• Try tidal bore rafting on the Shubenacadie River• Spend an afternoon on a cycling tour of Pictou Island
on the beautiful Northumberland Shore• Have a picnic and walk the trails at Cape Forchu
Lighthouse in Yarmouth
My favourite adventuresYour clients can paddle for days exploring the islands in St. Margaret’s Bay and Tangier. Or feel the heartbeat of Cape Breton Island on the Bras d’Or Lakes. At Point Michaud in Cape Breton, along the Eastern Shore near Lawrencetown and further south at White Point there is some phenomenal surfi ng. Try whale-watching off Digby, or back-country trekking through the Tobeatic Wilderness area. Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site of Canada offers a stunning array of outdoor adventures.
Angelo Spinazzola - Nova Scotian tour guide
So when are you coming?
Angelo’s Nova ScotiaI love everything about the outdoors in Nova Scotia. We are blessed with
awesome natural beauty all around this province, from breathtaking ocean views and stunning inland rivers and lakes to pristine Acadian forests. The visitors who come here really respond to that. Every trip is different. Every trip is exhilarating. And when people come to visit, it can change their entire attitude. After only a couple of hours outdoors, they discover something new about themselves.
“I love the rawness & vastness of our outdoors.”Skyline Trail, Cape Breton Highlands National Park of Canada
More of my favourites• Cape Breton Highlands National Park of Canada
is a real gem• Try tidal bore rafting on the Shubenacadie River• Spend an afternoon on a cycling tour of Pictou Island
on the beautiful Northumberland Shore• Have a picnic and walk the trails at Cape Forchu
Lighthouse in Yarmouth
My favourite adventuresYour clients can paddle for days exploring the islands in St. Margaret’s Bay and Tangier. Or feel the heartbeat of Cape Breton Island on the Bras d’Or Lakes. At Point Michaud in Cape Breton, along the Eastern Shore near Lawrencetown and further south at White Point there is some phenomenal surfi ng. Try whale-watching off Digby, or back-country trekking through the Tobeatic Wilderness area. Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site of Canada offers a stunning array of outdoor adventures.
Angelo Spinazzola - Nova Scotian tour guide
So when are you coming?
2012 Meet Nova Scotia38
For the Other HalfS p o u S a l a c T i v i T i e S
continued on page 40
Finding the right balance between individual and
group activities can be a challenge, but offering a
variety of events for both individuals and groups
provides the best opportunity for each person to
explore the province in their favourite way. Don’t
forget to allow for some free time; no matter how
great your scheduled activities, some people will
want to get out and see the sights on their own time.
Generally spousal tours are scheduled in advance
and info is sent out with meeting information to
allow your delegates and their families time to
research and consider their options. If you’ve got
a web-savvy group, consider bookings through
your meeting or conference website. Be sure
to set an early enough deadline for joining so
that you can confi rm transportation and other
arrangements.
Choosing the right tours for your group can
be a daunting task. Nova Scotia has hundreds
of historical sites, landmarks, tour operators,
museums, outdoor spaces and unique experiences
you can offer your guests. Don’t be afraid
to enlist some help – if you’re light on ideas
or new to the area yourself, draw on some
expert connections; destination management
organizations, tour companies and even your
venue’s meeting staff will be happy to give you
references and assist with bookings.
There’s practically no end to the types of tours
and activities that can be planned for spousal
programs, but here are a few ideas to get you
started.
Raise a GlassWinery and brewery tours are a popular way to
help guests relax, see some of our province and
sample Nova Scotia’s award-winning tipples.
Halifax is home to the Alexander Keith’s Brewery
Spousal programs are becoming an
increasingly important part of meeting
and convention planning. For your
meeting participants, most of their day is
accounted for with meetings and social
events and there’s usually little free time.
Meanwhile spouses often fi nd themselves
left to their own devices. Offering tours,
activities and entertainment for attendees’
better halves helps create a complete
experience for your delegates and their
families.
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• Set a registration deadline for group tours
and events. This will allow you to make
reservations for tours, dining, activities and
transport in advance, and allow you to cancel
an event if there isn’t enough interest. Most
tour operators and transportation companies will
require at least 48 hours notice for cancellation.
• Know your audience. Remember to take
your group’s interests into account when
planning events or tours. A winery tour may
not be appropriate for one group, while a
hiking tour may be unsuitable for another.
• Offer variety. A tour may not be up
everyone’s alley. Offer a few different
options to ensure there’s something that
appeals to a variety of interest groups.
• Make it unique. Many couples may arrive
early or stay on after the conference to
experience the area. Unique activities will
help make the trip a memorable one.
• Set a registration deadline for group tours
and events.
reservations for tours, dining, activities and
transport in advance, and allow you to cancel
an event if there isn’t enough interest. Most
tour operators and transportation companies will
require at least 48 hours notice for cancellation.
Tips to Remember
S p o u S a l a c T i v i T i e S
2012 Meet Nova Scotia40
S p o u S a l a c T i v i T i e S
continued from page 38
tour (www.keiths.ca), complete with actors in
period costumes and a stop in the Stag’s Head
Pub to sample a beer or two. From Domaine
De Grand Pré in the Annapolis Valley to Jost
Vinyards in the Malagash Peninsula, Nova
Scotian wineries (and their wares) abound; for a
complete listing, visit the Winery Association of
Nova Scotia (www.winesofnovascotia.ca).
Get a Taste of HistoryVisit Le Village historique acadien (www.museum.
gov.ns.ca/av/en/home/default.aspx) in the
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores region to get a
taste of early 1900s Acadien culture and history.
In Cape Breton you can visit North America’s
largest historical construction, the 18th century
Fortress Louisbourg (www.pc.gc.ca/lhn-nhs/
ns/louisbourg/index.aspx). Or take a tour to
the South Shore with Ambassatours Gray Line
(www.ambassatours.com) and visit the historic
lighthouse at Peggy’s Cove or the UNESCO
World Heritage town of Lunenburg.
RelaxThere are numerous spas in every area of the
province that can provide spouses with that
all-important ‘me’ time. Many hotels will be able
to provide these services on site, or recommend
a local establishment. In Cape Breton, Keltic
Lodge’s Spa at Keltic (www.kelticlodge.ca/
keltic_spa.html) boasts more than over 5,000
square feet of space with an oceanview lounge,
while Spirit Spa (www.spiritspa.ca) in Halifax
offers a full range of products including a
relaxing “waterfall massage” under a cascade
of warm water.
Peggy’s Cover LighthousePhoto Courtesy of Nova Scotia Tourism
Tidal Bore RaftingPhoto Courtesy of Nova Scotia Tourism
Upper Clements ParkPhoto Courtesy Communications Nova Scotia
2012 Meet Nova Scotia 41
For the KidsFamilies are becoming a more common sight
at meetings and events each year. If your
delegates are travelling with the family, a few
kid-friendly options will make for well-rounded
offerings. In Halifax, the Discovery Centre (www.
discoverycentre.ns.ca) hosts children’s programs
throughout the year, infusing hands-on science
learning with entertaining exhibits and live
science shows. Just a few hours away, Upper
Clements Parks (www.upperclementsparks.com)
near Digby offers rides and entertainment for
kids of all ages.
Enjoy The Great OutdoorsTidal bore rafting along the Shubenacadie River
offers a heart thumping adventure for those who
are feeling adventurous and don’t mind getting
a little wet! Tidal Bore Rafting Park & Cottages
(www.raftingcanada.ca) offers the ferocious
tides of the Bay of Fundy. If your guests would
rather swing a club, Glen Arbour in Halifax (www.
glenarbour.com) or the Digby Pines Golf Resort
and Spa (www.digbypines.ca) offer challenging
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Lift Your Team’s Spirits in Nova Scotia’s Great Outdoors
T e a M b u i l d i n g
All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy. James Howell fi rst recorded the proverb in 1659 in his book, Proverbs in English, Italian,
French and Spanish. It applies equally to Jack and Jill, and means a person becomes both bored and boring with an unremitting
schedule of work, work and more work.
Many of us are overly familiar with the feeling.
Without any interest or motivation to do better,
employee productivity will fall and a company
will suffer with decreased fi nancial performance,
low employee morale and increased
absenteeism, along with a whole host of other
negative impacts.
In an effort to combat the syndrome, company
social committees are charged with bringing
employees together for fun events and activities
that will foster team spirit and convert ideas and
enthusiasm into motivation and productivity.
There are the usual staff barbecues and golf
tournaments, but there’s so much more to see and
do, as they say. Nova Scotia has an embarrassment
of riches when it comes to opportunities for
bringing people together for fun.
If you’re looking for more than a few icebreaker
games to hold over a lunch break, event planners
at all of Nova Scotia’s major convention centres,
hotels and resorts can help you plan some fun
time away from the offi ce.
Some great indoor activities include making
a fi lm, planning a garden (and then heading
outdoors to plant it), designing and building
a sculpture, cooking a gourmet meal for all,
holding a wine tasting event and touring
museums and art galleries.
Outdoors activities are where Nova Scotia
shines. There’s rafting, geocaching, hiking, coastal
biking, deep sea fi shing, sailing cruises, obstacle
courses, scavenger hunts, guided historic tours
and, of course, golf – just to name a few.
Other fun activities for groups might include
staging murder mysteries and/or crime scene
investigations, laser tag, paintball and a day at an
amusement park.
Kattuk Expeditions, based in Halifax, specializes
in taking medium to large groups into the wild
on guided tours on foot and bicycle that make
every effort to treat the environment with kid
gloves.
Murphy’s on the Water offers deep-sea fi shing,
tours of Halifax Harbour on the Harbour Queen
paddlewheeler and group packages for working
with the captain and crew of the Mar, a two-
masted sailing ketch, to sail the ship in Halifax
Harbour.
Upper Clements Park is always happy to see
large groups spend the day in the theme park
and new for 2012 is the adventure park, which
offers team-building events. The park will open
in mid-June.
Experts suggest avoiding events that put team
members in competition with one another.
Instead, look for activities that foster a deeper
understanding between co-workers, leaving
them liking each more after the event and
feeling they’re “good together”.
Lynne Wells
continued on page 44
Team Building Harbour Cruise on the MarPhoto Courtesy Julia Webb
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T e a M b u i l d i n g
The downfall of team building efforts comes
when events or activities are imposed upon the
team in such a way that members perceive them
as silly or unpleasant, as time taken away from
essential tasks, or simply unnecessary. It harkens
back to childhood days when you were obligated
to go to a birthday party for someone you didn’t
like or didn’t know. We all remember saying,
“Alright, I’ll go, but I won’t have fun!” The same
Upper Clements ParkPhoto Courtesy Communications Nova Scotia
continued from page 43
attitude can and often does apply to adults and
team building activities.
The solution? Know your team well enough to
understand when they need to reconnect or just
have some time together to blow off steam, and
learn what will appeal to them. So, if people are
getting a little stale around the office or showing
signs of the three Bs (bickering, backstabbing,
blaming others), it might be time for some light-
hearted quality time for your team.
Sources:
For group adventures and outdoor team
building events, contact Kattuk Expeditions
at www.kattukexpeditions.com or call
902-499-9017.
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b e T T e r c o n f e r e n c e S
Businesspeople often view conferences with
a skeptical eye. Sure, these claim to be great
opportunities to learn more about industry
changes and gain valuable insights on how to
get ahead, but many discover after performing
their own post-conference reviews that these
are empty promises. What these businesspeople
are guaranteed is a couple of days out of the
offi ce, hundreds of dollars spent on travel, hotels
and registration fees — and the discovery that,
back in the real world, they have no idea how to
implement what they’ve learned.
So, as an organization, how do you create
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give them their money’s worth and more?
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continued on page 48
Designing events that not only
educate, but help attendees create.
If a business need exists, however obscure
it may be, there’s probably a conference
that addresses it. But will it really get
the job done?
Smart Conferences
David F. Giannetto, co-
author and creator of
The Performance Power
Grid, The Proven Method
to Create and Sustain
Superior Organizational
Performance, offers this
advice:
• Ensure attendees leave
the conference with tangible deliverables and
takeaways. When they get back to the offi ce,
you want them to know how to incorporate
everything they’ve learned into their daily
operations and be able to help colleagues who
didn’t attend understand why these changes
are important for the ultimate success of the
organization. A good conference can actually
assist attendees in creating the fi rst deliverables
for change at their organizations while still at the
event. They can analyze their own organizations
against a common framework and use each
session to bring them one step closer to taking
their performance to a new level.
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• Line up a star-studded cast of speakers
including the most well-known and
accomplished people specializing in the
conference’s topic. After all, attendees learn
from the best (and also each other). Arrange
for keynote speeches and lead sessions. Also
set the stage for political-style debates among
attendees and speakers, enabling attendees to
hear from one another while picking the brains
of some of the best in the business in a casual
and conversational environment.
• Create case-study opportunities for attendees
to hear how other companies have achieved
success. Sometimes in the business world, it’s
easier to follow someone else’s lead rather than
blaze your own trail. It’s that reasoning that has
made company case studies such an important
part of the next generation of conferences.
Delegates need a chance to learn from key
fi gures of some of today’s leading organizations
who have actually traveled down this path
within their own organizations. These speakers
can show attendees there are many ways to
approach solving problems within business and
that there is no one magic bullet as long as you
have the right foundation.
• Take “networking” to a higher level. Sure, every
conference provides an opportunity to network.
Throw a bunch of businesspeople together
from the same industry and they’re bound to
get acquainted. But not every conference begins
that process before attendees even arrive at
the facility. Using an electronic meeting system
will give attendees the opportunity to opt-in
during registration. Then two weeks prior to
the event, conference organizers can send out
meeting information so that attendees can start
developing their meeting schedule before they
arrive. That way when they get to the conference
they’ll already have a great working relationship
with fellow attendees. And they’ll build on those
relationships during the sessions they attend
as they work together to bring change to their
individual organizations.
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Four Points by Sheraton 1496 Hollis StreetHalifax, NS, B3J 3Z1Toll Free: 1-866-444-9494Tel: (902) 423-4444, (902) 474-3925Fax: (902) [email protected]/halifax
Halifax Marriott Harbourfront1919 Upper Water StreetHalifax, NS, B3J 3J5Toll Free: 1-800-943-6760Tel: (902) 421-1700Fax: (902) [email protected]/yhzmc
Holiday Inn Halifax Harbourview101 Wyse RoadDartmouth, NS, B3A 1L9Toll Free: 1-888-434-0440Tel: (902) 463-1100Fax: (902) [email protected]
Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites1515 South Park StreetHalifax, NS, B3J 2L2Toll Free: 1-800-565-2020Tel: (902) 423-6331, (902) 423-5130 ResFax: (902) [email protected]
Mount Saint Vincent University166 Bedford HighwayHalifax, NS, B3M 2J6Toll Free: 1-866-405-1805Tel: (902) 457-6364, (902) 457-6355Fax: (902) [email protected]/meet
Quality Inn & Suites Halifax980 Parkland DriveHalifax, NS, B3M 4Y7Tel: (902) 444-6700Fax: (902) 444-4410reservations@qualityinnhalifax.comwww.qualityinnhalifax.com
Quality Inn & Suites Halifax60 Sky BoulevardGoffs, NS, B2T 1K3Toll Free: 1-800-667-3333Tel: (902) 873-3000Fax: (902) 873-3001reservations@airporthotelhalifax.comwww.airporthotelhalifax.com
Radisson Suite Hotel Halifax1649 Hollis StreetHalifax, NS, B3J 1V8Toll Free: 1-800-333-3333Tel: (902) 429-7233Fax: (902) [email protected]/halifaxca
Saint Mary’s University923 Robie StreetHalifax, NS, B3H 3C3Toll Free: 1-888-347-5555Tel: (902) 420-5486Fax: (902) [email protected]/conferences/
The Halliburton5184 Morris StreetHalifax, NS, B3J 1B3Toll Free: 1-888-512-3344Tel: (902) 420-0658Fax: (902) [email protected]
Westin Nova Scotian Hotel1181 Hollis StreetHalifax, NS, B3H 2P6Toll Free: 1-877-993-7846Tel: (902) 421-1000Fax: (902) [email protected]
Hilton Garden Inn Halifax Airport200 Pratt & Whitney DriveEnfield, NS, B2T 0A2Toll Free: 1-888-667-6005www.halifaxairport.hgi.com
Holiday Inn Express Enfield180 Pratt & Whitney DriveEnfield, NS, B2T 1L1Toll Free: 1-877-919-2244www.hiexpress.com
Activities & Attractions
Alexander Keith’s Nova Scotia Brewery1496 Lower Water StreetHalifax, NS, B3J 1R9Toll Free: 1-877-612-1820Tel: (902) 455-1474Fax: (902) [email protected]
Amos Pewter589 Main StreetMahone Bay, NS, B0J 2E0Toll Free: 1-800-565-3369Tel: (902) 624-9547Fax: (902) [email protected]
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier211055 Marginal RoadHalifax, NS, B3H 4P7Tel: (902) 425-7770Fax: (902) [email protected]
Airlines/Air Charters
Halifax International Airport Authority1 Bell BoulevardEnfield, NS, B2T 1K2Tel: (902) 873-1422, (902) 873-4422Fax: (902) [email protected]
Audio Visual
AVW - TELAV - Audio Visual Solutions100 Ilsley Avenue, Unit KHalifax, NS, B3B 1L3Tel: (902) 468-4485Fax: (902) [email protected]
Charter Boats
Murphys the Cable Wharf Charter Boats1751 Lower Water StreetPO Box 2378Halifax, NS, B3J 3E4Tel: (902) 420 1015Fax: (902) [email protected]
Tall Ship SilvaP.O. Box 2613Halifax, NS, B3J 3N5Toll Free: 1-877-429-9463Tel: (902) 429-WIND, (902) 429-0151Fax: (902) [email protected]
Destination Management Companies
Alexander Richardson Inc.P.O. Box 665Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 3Y9Tel: (902) 435-0350, (902) 452-3124Fax: (902) [email protected]
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Entertainment Specialists
Alexander Richardson Inc.P.O. Box 665Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 3Y9Tel: (902) 435-0350, (902) 452-3124Fax: (902) [email protected]
Golf Courses
Glen Arbour Golf Course40 Club House LaneHammonds Plains, NS, B4B 1T4Toll Free: 1-877-835-4653Tel: (902) 835-GOLFFax: (902) [email protected]
Meeting & Convention Facilities
Alderney LandingAlderney Landing,20 Octerloney StreetP.O. Box 725Dartmouth, NS, B2Y 3Z3Tel: (902) 461-4698Fax: (902) [email protected]
Dartmouth Sportsplex110 Wyse RoadDartmouth, NS, B3A 1M2Tel: (902) 464-2600Fax: (902) 464-2902www.dartmouthsportsplex.com
Halifax Forum Community Association2901 Windsor StreetHalifax, NS, B3K 5E5Tel: (902) 490-4614Fax: (902) [email protected]
Sou’Wester Restaurant & Gift Shop (The)178 Peggy’s Point RoadPeggy’s Cove, NS, B3Z 3S2Tel: (902) 823-2561Fax: (902) [email protected]
World Trade and Convention CentreP.O. Box 9551800 Argyle StreetHalifax, NS, B3J 2V9Tel: (902) 421-8686Fax: (902) [email protected]
Printing & Publishing
TC • Media211 Horseshoe Lake driveHalifax, NS, B3S 0B9Toll Free: 1-800-537-5507Tel: (902) 421-5888Fax: (902) [email protected]
TC • Transcontinental Printing140 Joseph Zatzman DriveBurnside Industrial ParkDartmouth, NS, B3B 1M4Toll Free: 1-866-85PRINTTel: (902) 430-2857, (902) 468-7366 ext 340Fax: (902) [email protected]
Restaurants
Murphy’s the Cable Wharf Restaurant1751 Lower Water StreetP.O Box 2378Halifax, NS, B3J 3E4Tel: (902) 420-1015Fax: (902) [email protected]
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Stories Restaurant at The Halliburton5184 Morris StreetHalifax, NS, B3J 1B3Toll Free: 1-888-512-3344Tel: (902) 444-4400Fax: (902) [email protected]
Retail/Specialty Shopping
Historic Properties1869 Upper Water StreetHalifax, NS, B3J 1S9Tel: (902) 429-0530Fax: (902) [email protected]
M.E.F.Y. Gifts (Made Especially For You)Tel: (902) [email protected]
Murphy’s the Cable Wharf Company Store1751 Lower Water StreetPO Box 2378Halifax, NS, B3J 3E4Tel: (902) 420-1015Fax: (902) [email protected]
Scotia Square5201 Duke StreetHalifax, NS, B3J 2V9Toll Free: 1-866-671-6683Tel: (902) 429-3660Fax: (902) [email protected]
Tour Operators
Murphy’s The Cable Wharf Charter Boats1751 Lower Water StreetPO Box 2378Halifax, NS, B3J 3E4Tel: (902) 420-1015Fax: (902) [email protected]
Murphy’s The Cable Wharf Harbour Hopper Tours1751 Lower Water StreetPO Box 2378Halifax, NS, B3J 3E4Tel: (902) 420-1015Fax: (902) [email protected]
Tourism and Business Organizations
Department of Economic and Rural Development and Tourism1800 Argyle Street, Suite 602P.O. Box 456Halifax, NS, B3J 2R5Toll Free: 1-800-565-0000Tel: (902) 424-1787Fax: (902) [email protected]
Transportation
A World Class Limousine Co Ltd.2354 Rockey Lake DriveHalifax, NS, B2R 1R5Toll Free: 1-800-565-2777Tel: [email protected]
Acadian Bus Lines1161 Hollis StreetHalifax, NS, B3H 2P6Toll Free: 1-800-561-1210 ext 2289Fax: (450) [email protected]
137 Church StreetExit 33, TCH 104
Antigonish, NS B2G 2E3Phone/Fax: (902) 863-1050
Call OurProfessional Coordinators
Today
Antigonish Conference Centre
• Centre can accommodate up to 360 people theatre-style or 225 for a sit-down dinner
• Ballroom can be subdivided into three smaller meeting rooms• Three boardrooms
• Newly renovated
Centrally located half way between Halifax and Sydney
Antigonish Conference Centre
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Northumberland ShoreAccommodations with
M&C Facilities
Claymore Inn and Suites & Antigonish Conference Centre137 Church StreetAntigonish, NS, B2G 2E3Toll Free: 1-888-863-1050Tel: (902) 863-1050Fax: (902) [email protected]
Holiday Inn Express Stellarton - New Glasgow86 Lawrence Blvd.P.O. Box 2480Stellarton, NS, B0K 1S0Toll Free: 1-800-HOLIDAYTel: (902) 755-1020www.hiexpress.com
Maritime Inns & Resorts - Antigonish158 Main StreetAntigonish, NS, B2G 2B7Toll Freel: 1-888-662-7484Tel: (902) 863-4001Fax: (902) [email protected]
St. Francis Xavier University, Conferences & Special EventsPO Box 5000Antigonish, NS, B2G 2W5Toll Free: 1-866-STAY-AT-XTel: (902) 867-2855Fax: (902) [email protected]/conferences
Stonehame ChaletsR.R. #3310 Fitzpatrick Mountain RoadScotsburn, NS, B0K 1R0Toll Free: 1-877-646-3468Tel: (902) 485-3468Fax: (902) [email protected] [email protected]
Meeting & Convention Facilities
St Francis Xavier University - Charles V. Keating CentrePO Box 5000Antigonish, NS, B2G 2W5Toll Free: 1-866-259-8169Tel: (902) 867-5245Fax: (902) [email protected]
South ShoreAccommodations with
M&C Facilities
Best Western PLUS Liverpool Hotel & Conference Centre63 Queens Place DriveLiverpool, NS, B0T 1K0Tel: (902) 354-2377Fax: (902) [email protected]
White Point Beach ResortHalifax Sales Office5426 Portland PlaceHalifax, NS, B3K 1A1Tel: (902) 423-8887Fax: (902) [email protected]
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