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Legendary entertainment venues EXCLUSIVELY OWNED AND OPERATED BY THE NIAGARA PARKS COMMISSION

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Legendary entertainment venues

EXCLUSIVELY OWNED AND OPERATED BY THE NIAGARA PARKS COMMISSION

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can offer superior fallsview dining, inspirational outdoor garden venues, legendary golf

courses, awesome natural wonder attractions and exclusive heritage & nature experiences.

Only Ontario’s Niagara Parks...

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iagara Parks owns and operates

Natural Wonder Attractions for

leisure tours, companion programs

and team building.

We offer five magnificent restaurant venues that

are perfect for opening conference receptions

and dinner events. Niagara Parks landmark

venue at the brink of the Falls, the Table Rock

Complex, features a stylish Grand Hall and the

elegant Elements on the Falls Restaurant.

Our outdoor venues include spectacular park-

lands, diverse gardens and five championship

golf courses. Our crown jewel course, Legends

on the Niagara, hosted the 2004 LPGA.

Whether it’s an incentive for 12 or convention

dinner for 1,000 our venues are the perfect

choice. Count on us to assist with attendance

building, videos, images, shell brochures,

attraction brochures for delegate bags, discount

pricing on Falls merchandise and stunning floral

displays created in Park. We’re a one-stop

source that will assist with site inspections,

create an entire themed event, organize a golf

tournament or handle the booking of all tours,

and we’re at your service.

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Let our professional sales team help you put together a one of a kind custom meeting

event package based on your organization’s specific needs and interests.

Choose from a premium selection of Niagara Parks owned and operated venues located

within walking distance of casinos, world class hotels and the convention centre.

Niagara Parks Exclusive VenuesNiagara Parks Exclusive Venues

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White Water Walk4.1 km to Falls

Floral Showhouse.5 km to Falls

Oak Hall Estate & GolfDu!erin Islands

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Chippawa Battle"eld Park7.7 km to Falls

Legends on the NiagaraGolf Complex

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RAPIDSVIEW PARKINGBus Terminal

Free Shuttle to the Falls1.5 km to Falls

Whirlpool Golf CourseWhirlpool Restaurant

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Sir Adam Beck 2 Power Tour11 km to Falls

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Oakes Garden Theatre.6 km to Falls

MarketplaceFalls Boat Tour Experience

Shopping and Dining.5 km to Falls

QUEEN VICTORIA PLACEEdgewaters Restaurant

Riverview International Bu!etIllumination Tower

TABLE ROCKNiagara’s Fury

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Restaurant Venues15. Elements on the Falls Restaurant,

Terrace and Grand Hall14. Edgewaters Restaurant and Terrace4. Queenston Heights Restaurant and Park

21. Legends on the Niagara Golf Complex,Banquet facilities and Terrace

9. Whirlpool Golf Course Restaurant

Outdoor GardenandPark Venues12. Oakes Garden Theatre4. Queenston Heights Park16. Floral Showhouse and Rose Garden

Championship Golf Courses21. Legends on the Niagara Golf Complex

Battlefield 18-hole CourseUssher’s Creek 18-hole CourseChippawa 9-hole Executive Short Course

9. Whirlpool 18-hole Golf Course17. Oak Hall Estate and 9-hole Golf Course

Niagara Falls Attractions15. Canadian Horseshoe Falls15. Journey Behind the Falls15. Niagara’s Fury11.White Water Walk13. Falls Boat Tour Experience7. Butterfly Conservatory10.Whirlpool Aero Car

Garden andNature Attractions16. Floral Showhouse and Rose Garden7. Botanical Gardens5. Floral Clock8. Niagara Glen18. Dufferin Islands

Heritage Attractions3. Mackenzie Printery2. Laura Secord Homestead1. McFarland House4. Queenston Heights Park

and Brock’s Monument6. Sir Adam Beck 2 Power Tour

20. Chippawa Battlefield Park22. Old Fort Erie

NPC’s mission is to protect thenatural and cultural heritagealong the Niagara River for theenjoyment of visitors while main-taining financial self-sufficiency.

The Niagara ParksCommission ConventionSales and Service Division5881 Dunn Street, Niagara Falls,Ontario, Canada L2G 2N9

905-371-0252

[email protected]

niagaraparksMeetings.com

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Elements on the Falls Restaurant is

breathtakingly situated at the very edge

of Niagara Falls in our landmark location

Table Rock Complex. This stylish venue is

the perfect location for a show stopping

opening reception or dinner. All seating

features clear views of the Horseshoe

Falls and the upper Niagara River. Open-

flame grilling and fiery Rossi glassworks

ensure your Elements experience comes

alive with all the elements of nature. Our

corporate menus feature the freshest

ingredients from local farms, expertly

prepared by our award-winning Chef and

a large selection of VQA Niagara wines.

The spectacular Grand Hall is located

opposite Elements on the Falls and is an

excellent gallery for viewing the Falls

and surrounding scenery. It can be

booked along with the Restaurant for an

exquisite private reception.

Table Rock also features two floors of

shopping and the thrilling adventure

attractions Journey Behind the Falls and

Niagara’s Fury.

Elements on the Falls features spectacular views of the Horseshoe Falls and upperNiagara River rapids.

Grand Hall viewing gallery and reception venue.

Dining as Close asYou Can Get to the Falls

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table rock history

Canadian Petroleum Landmen Association

“The Association was very impressed with the

Opening Reception. The food and service were

wonderful. The fireworks were a major hit! It

was a great way to kick off the most successful

Conference in our Association's history!”

Grand Hall

Elements on the Falls Restaurant

Outdoor Terrace

Venue / Room Square Feet Banquet Reception

ELEMENTS ON THE FALLSGrand Hall 2880 75 200Outdoor Terrace 3350 110 300Elements Restaurant 4500 300 500Falls Views

Falls Views

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Taylor & Associates

“Dinner at Elements on the Falls Restaurant with a

fantastic meal accompanied by a very knowledgeable

sommelier, and the fireworks display all contributed

to our success! Thanks again - your organization does

a fantastic job!”

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In the early 1700s, a large shelf of bare

rock was exposed by the rushing waters of

Niagara as the brink receded southward.

For generations the shelf served as a scenic

vantage point which was known as Table

Rock. Sections of rock would occasionally

fall off however and in 1935 the remaining

ledge was blasted off for safety. Buildings at

this landmark location have retained the

name Table Rock to this day.

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Edgewaters Restaurant is located on the

upper level of historic Queen Victoria

Place. It offers a panoramic view of both

the American and Horseshoe Falls. Dine

indoors or on the expansive covered

terrace. Summer nights sizzle on the

Edgewaters terrace as guests enjoy the

Falls illuminations and select evenings

free concerts and amazing fireworks.

Host your special banquet and reception

in the Commissioner’s Quarters (atop

Edgewaters Restaurant) with its birds-eye

view of the Falls visible through original

leaded-glass Tudor style windows.

Elegant indoor seating is also available. Edgewaters terrace is the perfect spot to watch a fireworks display and/or the nightly illuminations.

edgewaters restaurant

Overlooking the Falls

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Venue / Room Square Feet Banquet Theatre Reception

EDGEWATERS RESTAURANT

Indoor Dining Room 4815 200 (with dance floor) 150 300220 (no dance floor)

Terrace 4790 362 – 400THE COMMISSIONER'S QUARTERS (above Edgewaters Restaurant)Bar & Lounge Area 1440 40 – CombinedDance Floor 845 – – 200Dining Area 865 120 75 –

Siemens

“The whole event was first class. And, of course, the Siemens

colours lighting up the Falls at 9:30 was a very nice touch.

Thank you.”

CarlsonWagonlit Travelat Bausch & Lomb

“It was great working with you - you are the best! You put

on a spectacular dinner and more than exceeded everyone's

expectations!”

Hidden Champions

“The TD Canada Trust event that took place on September

30th, at Edgewaters Restaurant was a huge success. They

had a great time, loved the food and atmosphere.”

Indoor Dining Room

Outdoor Terrace

Falls Views

Manulife Financial

“The view, food and service was fantastic at Edgewaters. Our guests had a great time and really liked the view. I liked the

attention to detail and appreciated all the attention the Chef gave to our guests with their special dietary restrictions. The

event was a success and I received several compliments on how great everything was at Edgewaters. I would recommend

using this venue for a unique experience for a corporate event.”

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queen victoria placehistory

This stately building was known as the Refectory

when built in 1904. Modeled after a Swiss

chalet, with a distinctive copper roof, boulder

stones that had lain under the rushing Niagara

River for 12,000 years were salvaged for the

walls of the building. In the early days the

building featured an open picnic area and in

1921 even a popular dance hall was opened.

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A serene setting offering a breathtaking

view of the Niagara River and scenic vine-

yards from the elegant dining room, the

banquet room below or the open air

covered patio. Groups can enjoy Themed

Cuisine prepared by our Executive Chef

and sip and sample vintages from our

award-winning Best of Niagara VQA Wine

Collection. A Niagara Parks representative

can also arrange an exclusive soldier

re-enactment and musket demonstration

at historic Brock’s Monument.

Elegant patio overlooking the Niagara River Queenston Heights Restaurant exterior at the foot of Brock’s Monument

a heritage park venue

Overlooking the NiagaraRiver

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River View

WineCollection

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River View

Venue / Room Square Feet Banquet Theatre Classroom Reception Boardroom

QUEENSTON HEIGHTS RESTAURANTMain Dining Room 2904 120 108 – 138 –Terrace 1568 86 75 50 147 30Lower Meeting/Banquet Room 1800 120 50 30 120 30

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War of 1812 tours and musket demonstrations

Canadian Medical Association

“I wanted to thank you so much for the successful VIP dinner

we had at Queenston Heights Restaurant. The event was lovely

and everyone really enjoyed the musket demonstration. The

food was fabulous and it was really a pleasure working with

Niagara Parks Commission. You have a hidden gem there at

Queenston Heights!!!”

Executive Chef

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queenston heightshistory

Queenston Heights has been a popular picnic and

recreation Park for generations. As early as 1895

visitors travelled by Ferry from Toronto to enjoy

the beautiful views and parkland. A restaurant

was first built in 1900 and the current building

with its outdoor patio was built in 1939, using

Queenston limestone with a red tile roof.

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O U T D O O R G A R D E N V E N U E S

Oakes Garden Theatre stage overlooking the American Falls

Oakes

Garden TheatreOakes Garden Theatre is the perfect outdoor venue overlookingthe Falls to stage your next private reception event. Based on aGreek amphitheatre it is a mix of beaux arts architecture, beautifulmanicured flower beds and lawns with the spectacular backdropof both the American and Horseshoe Falls.

OAKES GARDEN THEATRE CAPACITY:reception 1000

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Niagara Parks floral design Oakes Garden Theatre riverside

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Queenston heights

Park Pavilionsfloral showhouse and

Rose GardenQueenston Heights Park is located on top of the 106m. (350ft.) Niagara Escarpment,

which allows for spectacular views of the lower Niagara River, Lake Ontario, and the

Toronto skyline on clear days. Outdoor covered pavilions can accommodate 800

persons, and many more with tenting for all types of events. A bandshell is available

for performances and pavilion group catering is offered through Queenston Heights

Restaurant. Ample free parking is available on-site.

Queenston Heights Park Pavilion

Floral Showhouse, outdoor reception

The Niagara Parks Floral Showhouse is a tropical paradise that explodes with colour.

Magnificent seasonal floral shows, lush tropical foliage, water feature and tropical

songbirds make this a truly unique venue for corporate events. Your private functions

can take advantage of the spectacular rose garden and guests can flow out onto the

manicured grounds.

FLORAL SHOWHOUSE CAPACITY: reception 250ROSE GARDEN CAPACITY: reception 1000

QUEENSTON HEIGHTSPARK OUTDOORCOVERED PAVILIONS (2)CAPACITY EACHPAVILION:5,700 ft2banquet:200 with bar,400 no bar,picnic table seatingreception 332

River view from Queenston Heights Park

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G O L F

The first of its kind in Canada, thismagnificent golf complex features twounrivaled 18-hole championship coursesthat have been ranked as top 20 coursesin Canada by The Globe & Mail. Thecomplex features a 9-hole executiveshort course, a 45-acre, 360̊ practicefacility, and a Golf Academy, all less than15 minutes from the Falls. Designed byrenowned architects Douglas Carrickand Thomas McBroom, this five starcomplex takes full advantage of asupremely natural site.

Legends is ideal for your Tournamentevent with an unparalleled play experi-ence and full service banquet options atthe spectacular Clubhouse. Ask yourNiagara Parks representative about “Wineand Nine” featuring VQA Niagara wines.

legends on the niagara

Absolutely Inspired

Legends dining room

Ussher’s Creek: Yardage 7308, Par 72,Battlefield: Yardage 7224, Par 72,Chippawa: Yardage 2201, Par 30.

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Public Restaurant

18th Hole Lake View

Buffet served on Legends open air terrace

Procor Limited

“I would like to sincerely thank you and your dedicated staff for

a wonderful day. Our customers thoroughly enjoyed them-

selves and had many compliments about the Legends personnel

and facility. Nice job on the weather too.”

Golden Eagles Group

“Just a brief note, to THANK YOU for hosting our group at your

course. The course is was in wonderful condition. Your staff

were courteous, friendly and very professional. Our two days

were very enjoyable. Have a good Fall.”

Venue / Room Square Feet Banquet Theatre Classroom Reception Boardroom

LEGENDS ONTHE NIAGARALegends Boardroom 754 – – – – 22Legends Banquet Room 3,014 200 (rounds of 8 no dance floor)East /West Total of 250 (rounds of 10 no dance floor) 300 120 500 90

two rooms 160 (with dance floor)Legends Banquet Room East 1,507 80 150 60 250 45Legends Banquet RoomWest 1,507 80 150 60 250 45Foyer (not stand alone, add to) 1,723 80 – – 200 –Terrace 4,144 200 – – 200 –

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Chippawa Battlefieldhistory

Adjacent to the Legends on the Niagara golf

complex, Niagara Parks has preserved a 250-

acre site of the Battle of Chippawa. Fought on

July 5, 1814, the Battle cost the lives of approx-

imately 200 American, British, Canadian and

allied warriors, most of whom are buried at the

battle site. Due to a shortage of cloth at the

time, the American force wore grey uniforms

instead of the usual blue. To this day, West

Point cadets wear grey uniforms to honour

those who fought in this battle.

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Ranked as one of the top public golf

courses in Canada, the Whirlpool Public

Golf course is located against the backdrop

of the Niagara River whirlpool and gorge.

The Whirlpool Clubhouse Restaurant

and Lounge overlooks this scenic golf

course. The ideal location for tournament

events.

Slope 126, Rating 73.3 ,

Yardage (gold tees) 7019.

This magnificent 18-hole championship

course, designed by Stanley Thompson, has

been given a 4 star rating by Golf Digest.

whirlpool golf

A Golf Classic

Whirlpool Restaurant overlooking outdoor patioWhirlpool Clubhouse as seen from the 18th hole Whirlpool Restaurant dining room

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W H I R L P O O L G O L F C O U R S E

Venue / Room Square Feet Banquet Reception

WHIRLPOOL GOLF COURSEClubhouse Dining Room and Lounge 1700 120 80Patio (Indoor/outdoor) 1100 32 40

Whirlpool Golf Course, hole #14

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Just above the Falls is Niagara’s historic

estate full of sophistication and old-

world allure, complete with candelabras,

a stone fireplace and open-air terrace.

This former home of Sir Harry Oakes is

ideal for intimate receptions.

Oak Hall 9-hole Golf Course is ideal

for groups that want a fun short course.

Located above the Falls on the grounds

of historic Oak Hall.

Oak Hall Estate

Exclusive Receptions& Golf

OAK HALL ESTATE CAPACITY:reception 75

Oak Hall, dining room Oak Hall, reception hall9-Hole golf course on the grounds of Oak Hall Estate

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Oak Hall, outdoor terrace

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Oak Hall estatehistory

This stately home was built in

1924 by entrepreneur Harry

Oakes. Used as a convalescent

hospital during World War II, the

building was purchased by The

Niagara Parks Commission in

1959 and the main floor features

original furniture in three rooms,

including historic dining chairs:

on the backs are carved the

names of guests who attended a

dinner in 1919, including Albert

Edward, Prince of Wales.

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eco conference and meeting options

Green InitiativesECO-ENERGY

Book a tour for your group at Sir AdamBeck 2, one of Ontario's largest facilitiesfor generating hydro-electricity. It's a won-derful example of a natural, non-pollutingand reliable power source that works inharmony with the beauty of Niagara.

ECO-CUISINE

Niagara Parks Culinary Services worktogether with our Recycling Departmentto divert food waste from landfills bycomposting. We reduce the environmentalimpact of our restaurants by offering theseoptions wherever possible:• Regional recipes using locally sourcedproducts

• A wide selection of Niagara producedVQA wines

• Menus featuring vegetarian options orresponsible seafood

ECO-PROGRAMMING

The Niagara Parks mandate is to preserveand protect our many heritage landmarksand to educate the public on our richnatural and historic offerings. Our greenprogrammes help you take the meeting ex-perience outside the meeting room:• Walking tours and nature-based activitiesat nature sites such as the Niagara Glen

• Hiking along the Niagara River RecreationTrail

• Carbon Offsetting options such as ourPlant a Tree Program

• Educational information on how NiagaraParks protects endangered animal andplant species and our Spare the Air pro-gramme that reduces air emissions frombuses in the Park

ECO-SERVICE

Eco-Service options can be tailored to meetyour needs:• Reduce waste by replacing disposableitems with reusable ones, such as chinaand glassware, linen napkins, ceramiccreamer and sugar dispensers

• Equip all meeting rooms with recyclingstations for items such as paper, plastics,glass and cans

Niagara Glen Nature ReserveFresh local farm fare

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DISCOVER NIAGARA’S

Heroes&LegendsOld Fort ErieThe year is 1812. The place is Fort Erieand war is in the air. All around are thesights and sounds of men preparing forbattle. Over 200 years of living historyresides within.

Laura Secord HomesteadWar of 1812 heroine, Laura Secord,warned the British forces of animpending attack. Guides in periodcostumes entertain visitors with talesof her adventure.

McFarland HouseExperience a taste of 1840’s graciousGeorgian style. Explore the period herbgarden. Sample fine refreshments, homebaking or sip a glass of Niagara wine atthe McFarland Tea Room.

Sir Adam Beck 2 Power Tour

Since 1958, this power plant has cap-tured energy in one of Ontario’s largesthydroelectric facilities. Tours include: 3observation areas, 11 minute video, andinteractive area.

Queenston Heights Park and

Brock’s Monument

This beautiful park is the site of a Warof 1812 battle. Surrounding the monu-ment is a recreational park with coveredpavilions, bandshell, tennis courts andhiking trails.

Mackenzie PrinteryAn interactive working heritage pressand former home of political reformerWilliam Lyon Mackenzie.

H E R I T A G E T R A I L

Sir Adam Beck 2 Power Tour Queenston Heights Park and Brock’s Monument Mackenzie Printery

Old Fort Erie

Laura Secord Homestead

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Floral Showhouse

and Fragrance Garden

The Floral Showhouse is a tropical paradisethat explodes with colour. It is a year-roundescape featuring 8 seasonal floral displaysand dozens of tropical songbirds. Outsidethe Fragrance Garden will delight the senses.

G A R D E N T R A I L N A T U R E T R A I L

Botanical Gardens

These magnificent Gardens feature: therose garden, herb garden, parterregarden (top photo), vegetable garden,rock garden and the splendid arboretum,embracing one of Canada’s finest collec-tions of ornamental trees and shrubs.

dufferin islands

This popular area is 10 acres of paradise - a quiet, secluded park containing several smallislands connected by small bridges and footpaths. This area is home to the "Winter Festivalof Lights" from November to January each year, when several animated lighting displaysare placed around the perimeter of the islands.

The Butterfly ConservatoryThis award winning structure is home to a rainbow of over 2,000 free flying tropicalbutterflies. Exotic greenery and flowing water create the rain forest like environment.Open year-round.

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Butterfly Conservatory Floral Showhouse Niagara Glen and Whirlpool Niagara River Recreation Trail

Dufferin Islands

niagara river recreation trail

The Niagara River Recreation Trail is a pavedpath for non-motorized traffic stretching some53 kilometers (35 miles) along the Canadianside of the Niagara River through some of theprettiest country in the world. The trail runsfrom Old Fort Erie in the south, north to thehistoric town of Niagara-on-the-Lake.

niagara glen andwhirlpool

The Niagara Glen is a unique spot ofbeauty deep in the Great Gorge thathas been a designated Nature Reservesince 1992. The Niagara Glen over-looks the Niagara River Whirlpool, aunique natural phenomenon that youmust see to believe!

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premium park

Sightseeing Tours

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Make it first class and treat them to a NiagaraParks VIP Tour. All VIP Tours can be customizedbased upon your itinerary, and include priorityentry to Niagara Parks attractions, an exclusiveshuttle pick up and return to your conferencehotel, and a Personal Niagara Parks Guide. Add anexquisite lunch or dinner at any of our NiagaraParks world-class dining venues. For groups of 20or more.

VIP Attractions TourChoose from the Falls Boat Tour experience, Jour-ney Behind the Falls, White Water Walk, ButterflyConservatory, Whirlpool Aero Car, Niagara’s Furyand the Sir Adam Beck 2 Power Tour.

VIP Wine TourEnjoy a behind-the-scenes look at a Niagara-on-the-Lake winery, a wine-paired lunch at Queen-ston Heights Restaurant and a visit to the magicalNiagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory.

VIP Herbal Tea ExperienceA two-hour sensory experience! A guided tour ofthe Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens leads to thewalled Herb Garden. Here you will harvest herbsto create your own brewed tea to enjoy along witha delicious scone.

VIP Heritage TourNiagara Parks Heritage Trail sites have been refur-bished to commemorate the Bicentennial of theWar of 1812-14. Choose from Old Fort Erie,Laura Secord Homestead, McFarland House andMackenzie Printery.

VIP Herbal Tea ExperienceVIP Wine Tour VIP Heritage Tour

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Include Niagara’s most popularattractions for pre and post touringwith the Niagara Falls Adventure Pass.Includes all day in-Park bus transporta-tion and four exciting attractions.Conference delegates can purchaseconveniently and securely online viatheir customized link.

Journey Behind the FallsFeel the thundering power of NiagaraFalls. Located at the Falls, at Table RockWelcome Centre. This year-roundattraction affords thrilling views of theFalls from below and behind.

falls boat tour experienceRide into the mist. Water rushes allround as you “soak” in the excitementof the Falls. It’s a half hour, thrill of alifetime.

niagara’s furyNiagara Parks has recreated the amazingsights and sounds of the Creation ofNiagara Falls. You’ll be immersed inspectacular images of the Falls in our360-degree theatre.

White Water WalkGet a closeup view of one of thewildest stretches of white water in theworld. A few minutes downstream fromthe Falls, trillions of gallons of water areforced into a deep, narrow gorge. Theresult will take your breath away.

Niagara’s FuryFalls Boat Tour Experience

Journey Behind the Falls

White Water Walk

The ultimate

Falls Experience

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NOTE: All dates and times subject to change and dependent uponweather andwind conditions.

Nightly Illumination of the Falls ScheduleJanuary 1 to January 31 5:00 p.m. - MidnightFebruary 1 to February 28 6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.*March 1 to March 12 Mon-Thurs 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.*March 13 to March 31 Mon-Thurs 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.*April 1 to April 30 Mon-Thurs 8:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.*During March and April, the Falls Illuminationwill end at midnight on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.May 1 to August 11 8:30 p.m. - MidnightAugust 12 to September 30 8:30 p.m. - MidnightOctober 1 to November 4 5:00 p.m. - MidnightNovember 5 to December 30 5:00 p.m. - MidnightDecember 31 5:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

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1. Falls IlluminationHost your opening or closing eventindoors or on the terrace overlookingthe Falls, and we’ll illuminate theFalls in your organization colors freeof charge.

2. FireworksBook a Falls Fireworks display as agrand finale. Spectacular Fireworksdisplays are free Friday and Sundaynights and major holidays. Perfect totie into your event at no additional cost!

3. Floral ShowhouseBook your reception at the FloralShowhouse and Fragrance Garden.Attendees will be amazed by the beautyand fragrance of the rose garden!

4. Phantom of the TunnelsVenture beyond. Book a Phantom ofthe Tunnels Reception in JourneyBehind the Falls scenic tunnels, thenhost your gala dinner event at thespectacular Table Rock Grand Halland Elements on the Falls Restaurant

.5. Wine Paired Cuisine

Wow them with an event at the HistoricQueenston Heights Restaurant andWine Collection Room. Sip and samplevintages from the award winning“Best of Niagara” wine collection,then enjoy a soldier re-enactmentand musket demonstration at the siteof the historic Brock’s Monument.

6. Rainbow PromenadeGo International. Theme a receptionin the Rainbow Promenade locatedatop the Rainbow Bridge withspectacular views of both Americanand Canadian Horseshoe Falls.

7. Team BuildingWant Great Team building? Programsinclude the Great Falls Race, Cookingwith Wine, and “Wine and Nine” withnine holes of golf and wine tasting.

8. Pop & Lolly’s CandyCreate a fun and memorable experienceby incorporating a Pop & Lolly'scandy making workshop into yournext event! Guests can enjoy activitiessuch as "Create your own CandyApple", "Make your own ChocolateBar" and candy making demonstrations!Guests can also choose their owndessert from our famous hand madeselection of delectable chocolatetreats and fudge!

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We can include your company logo in our candy Group golf tournaments

• Delegate Bag itemsNiagara Parks, Discovery Guide with map DiscountCard - receive 15% off purchases at Niagara Parksrestaurants and gift shops.

• Speaker and Attendees Gifts ItemsLooking for unique gifts to present to your speakers orattendees? We offer a wide range of Niagara Parks' giftitems available at special discounted prices.

• Pop & Lolly s Candy Shop offersfantastic options for delegate gifts! Customize our hand-made "Sugar Sugar™" candy to include yourcompany logo!

• Digital Attractions – Souvenir PhotoSouvenir framed photos for attendees. Photos areproduced on-site at Niagara Parks restaurant venuesduring your event and can be customized withconference name, date and logo.

• Special Pre and Post Conference Golf RatesAsk us for your unique conference code to obtainspecial golf rates.

• Custom Flower ArrangementsBeautiful flower bouquets and centre pieces can bedesigned specially for you by our floral designers at theNiagara Parks Floral Showhouse.

• Transportation and Shuttle InformationNiagara Parks has several group transportation and shut-tle options to assist with your dinner and event transfersand make planning your event a breeze.

Enhance yourEventconference service options

Pop & Lolly’s Candy Shop

Custom floral design

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Come experience Niagara with thepeople who know it best. No matterthe time of year, The Niagara ParksCommission has assembled a finelycrafted collection of outstanding eventvenues, outdoor experiences andnatural wonder attractions that don’tjust delight - they dazzle. Each reflectsthe expertise of our team of creativesales professionals and our commit-ment to establishing the memory of ameeting in Niagara Falls as one thatwill set the standard for everythingthat follows.

Contact our professional sales team toinclude The Niagara Parks Commissionowned and operated venues in yourconference program.

Area Airports DriveTimetoNiagara

Buffalo International 30 min

Hamilton Airport 45 min

Toronto Pearson International 60 min

CustomEventplanning your

A spectacular year round destination

Temperature: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Daily Average (°C) -4.5 -4.1 1 7.3 14 19.1 22.3 21.4 16.9 10.6 4.7 -1.4

Daily Average (°F) 23.9 24.6 33.8 45.1 57.2 66.4 72.1 70.5 62.4 51.1 40.5 28.5

Rainfall (mm) 27.2 28.5 55.6 68.2 75.6 87.5 75.4 81.6 95.2 83.7 79.4 50.6

Snowfall (cm) 42.4 38.9 20 7.3 0.9 0 0 0 0 0.6 11.6 40.1

The Niagara ParksCommission ConventionSales and Service Division5881 Dunn Street, Niagara Falls,Ontario, Canada L2G 2N9

905-371-0252

[email protected]

niagaraparksMeetings.com

NIAGARA FALLS CLIMATE NORMALS

Every dollar you spend with us helps preservethe nature and heritage of the Falls and theNiagara River corridor. Niagara Parks hasoperated without tax dollars since 1885.

Start your conference or meeting plan today. Contact our one stop source sales team, we’re at your service!

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The Niagara Parks Commission Convention Sales and Service Division5881 Dunn Street, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada L2G 2N9 [email protected] www.niagaraparksMeetings.com

Ontario’s Niagara ParksPRESERVING a rich heritage, CONSERVING natural wonders, INSPIRING people, worldwide!

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Printed in Canada 2011

All information subject to change without notice