Meet in Waterloo Region
Where Innovation Meets Inspiration
Waterloo Region is evolving at the same pace as the cutting-edge tech companies that thrive here. Anchored by two world-renowned universities, a leading polytechnic college, and a diverse economy spanning technology, manufacturing, finance, and insurance — this is a destination where innovation and collaboration are part of the culture.
Meeting planners will find access to top industry leaders, a wide range of flexible venues, creative team-building opportunities, and authentic farm-to-table culinary experiences. Hosting your event here means offering attendees something truly memorable — and uniquely Waterloo Region.
We’re passionate about Big Events – and Small Footprints
Whatever the size of your event, your big day doesn’t need to have a big impact on the environment.
At Explore Waterloo Region we deliver sustainability at every step, from responsibly-sourced food choices and low waste measures, to green transportation options. All of this while providing the state-of-the-art venues, top-tier resources and unique down-time activities your event demands.
Meet in Waterloo Region and walk proudly into your event while walking gently on the Earth.
Why Waterloo Region
Waterloo Region has the expertise and facilities to host successful events of all sizes. But don’t just take our word for it…
The Vanguard Collection is a series of interviews with notable thought leaders who have a direct connection to Waterloo Region. Their successes and stories highlight why this region is the perfect place to host your next business event.
What Others Are Saying…
“Events in Waterloo Region are not only exciting, engaging and memorable for our delegates, but also easy for me as the event planner because of the variety of unique venues, outstanding entertainment options, and exceptional food! Every person that works with me on an event, from the team at Waterloo Regional Tourism to the hotel and restaurant staff, truly understands each event’s objective, and together we always deliver top notch events!”
– Sun Life Financial
“Waterloo has some great venues for events. We held our annual meeting reception at the Regional Museum. The venue was great, a local caterer put on a wonderful spread, the decorator transformed the space to suit our request and the staff were terrific to work with.”
– Ontario Construction Secretariat
“Waterloo offers unique experiences you won’t find anywhere else. Something for everyone. Fanstastic venues and activities coupled with great customer services is why we love to bring our clients to Waterloo. Every venue we have worked with has gone above and beyond to ensure we have the best experience possible. The Waterloo Tourism sales team knows this area like the back of their hand and are always a phone call or email away with great knowledge and information to help make an informed decision when we can’t actually come see a place beforehand. It’s a great central location for travelers coming from various areas to meet up.”
– Union Gas
Waterloo Region provides the perfect balance between new and old, rural and urban, nature and technology, classical and contemporary, tranquility and adventure.