Outaouais
Outaouais by the numbers
2900
Guest rooms
300,000
Square feet of meeting space
55,000
Square feet of the Palais des congrès
15,800
Square feet of the biggest hotel ballroom
To and from Outaouais
The Outaouais region is easily accessed via Ottawa International Airport, which offers extensive domestic and international connections. Located just minutes from Gatineau, Ottawa provides seamless arrival for delegates travelling from across Canada, the US and overseas. Montréal is approximately two hours away by car, while Toronto is about five hours away. Once on site, delegates benefit from convenient ground transportation options, including public transit, rideshare services, car rentals and cycling routes, allowing easy access between venues, accommodations and Gatineau Park. (source)
To and from Outaouais
The Outaouais region is easily accessed via Ottawa International Airport, which offers extensive domestic and international connections. Located just minutes from Gatineau, Ottawa provides seamless arrival for delegates travelling from across Canada, the US and overseas. Montréal is approximately two hours away by car, while Toronto is about five hours away. Once on site, delegates benefit from convenient ground transportation options, including public transit, rideshare services, car rentals and cycling routes, allowing easy access between venues, accommodations and Gatineau Park. (source)
Weather in Outaouais
Spring
-3°C to 11°C
26.6°F to 51.8°F
Summer
11°C to 25° C
51.8°F to 77°F
Fall
2°C to 13°C
35.6°F to 55.4°F
Winter
-16°C to -5°C
3.2°F to 23°F
Sectors
Positioned at the junction of Québec and Ontario in the heart of Canada’s National Capital Region, Outaouais benefits from one of the country’s leading governmental, cultural and economic hubs.
Gatineau’s proximity to the Government of Canada and the US border has fostered strength in digital industries, particularly cybersecurity and digital identity.
With eight colleges and universities educating more than 160,000 students, the Gatineau–Ottawa region provides access to a highly skilled and specialized talent pool. (source)
Sectors
Positioned at the junction of Québec and Ontario in the heart of Canada’s National Capital Region, Outaouais benefits from one of the country’s leading governmental, cultural and economic hubs.
Gatineau’s proximity to the Government of Canada and the US border has fostered strength in digital industries, particularly cybersecurity and digital identity.
With eight colleges and universities educating more than 160,000 students, the Gatineau–Ottawa region provides access to a highly skilled and specialized talent pool. (source)
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