The Empress: Conference & Group Information

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The Empress Conference and Group Information

Why meet in Victoria, Canada?

Our dollar makes Canada one of the best priced conference destinations in the world.

Our location on Canada's West Coast and the Pacific Northwest, combined with our access to Pacific rim countries, provides a tremendous base of population to draw from for international events.

Our moderate climate provides year round recreational activities including golf, tennis, fishing, hiking and sailing. It's never too cold or too warm for outdoor events. This makes Victoria one of Canada's favourite meeting destinations.

Victoria is a safe and friendly city with a character similar to Old England yet it has a uniqueness all it's own which keeps people returning time and time again. You will find most groups do return and attendance at conferences in Victoria is above average.

Why meet at The Empress Hotel?

The location of the Empress is within walking distance of everything your delegates are going to want to see. Shopping, sailing, fishing, whale watching, and major attractions are literally at the door steps of the Empress!

Your delegates will not have to go outside to go to a meeting, the Empress Hotel has 10,000 square feet of meeting space and is connected to the Victoria Conference Centre which can provide another 40,000 square feet of meeting and exhibit space.

The Empress in many ways is Victoria. Built in 1908, The grand Empress has grown with Victoria and has become a vital part of the community. It is deeply involved in the community's economic, social, charitable programs and events. Your delegates will enjoy staying in a hotel that is so much a part of the community it shares.

The castle-like appearance of the Empress attracts visitors, however, the guest service, pride and attention to detail are the real reason for the long success of the Empress. Our service commitment ensures a successful visit by your delegates.

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