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Tired of a long day travelling? Hungry? Thirsty? Super excited to be in Halifax and see everyone again? It sounds like you're ready for the Pre-Party! Join us for nachos and beer at the Halifax Alehouse, "A toast to Halifax Tradition".

Halifax Alehouse. Thursday: 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

All are welcome.

Learn about new technologies and dive deeper into older technologies! This series of short "tech talks" will enhance your continuing education. The session ends with a presentation from an ASHRAE Distinguished Lecturer. Lunch included.

Bluenose Room. Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

• See "Tech Talks" page for more information.

Separate registration required.

The recommended dress code is "business casual".

It's a Canadian icon, Peggy's Cove. Travel by bus, then explore the rocks and lighthouse in this quintessential coastal community. Fun for the whole family!

Friday 12:15 pm - 4:00 pm

• 12:15 - Meet in the lobby and walk together (approx 15 minutes) to the bus located at the Maritime Museum. If you would like to meet us at the bus please let us know in advance.
• 1:00 - The bus leaves. This is not an exclusive bus tour, so the bus leaves at 1:00 SHARP!
• 4:00 - Arrival back at the Maritime Museum. We will provide taxi vouchers for the trip back from the bus to the hotel.
• You are welcome to bring food and drink, however there is a restaurant and gift shop at Peggy's Cove
• Peggy's Cove can often be much colder, windier and foggier than Halifax so please come prepared! The rocks can also be quite slippery so appropriate footwear is recommended.

Separate registration required.

Come for the view, stay for the live music and magic. It's the Welcome Party, with classic Halifax hospitality. Buffet dinner included.

Bluenose Room. Friday 5:45 pm - 10:00 pm

• 5:45 - Wine/beer served, live music "The Front", and magic with "Lachlan the Magician".
• 6:15 - Buffet available.
• 7:45 - Welcome address and awards.
• 10:00 - Closing

Included in all registration packages. Children are encouraged to attend the Pool Party.

The recommended dress code is "cocktail chic"

A swim in the hotel pool, a visit from a magician, crafts, movies, and pizza, makes this Pool Party cooler than what any other kids would be doing on a Friday night!

Harbourview Room. Friday 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm

• 5:30 - Pizza is served.
• 6:00 - Pool is open. Lifeguard on site.
• 7:00 - Pool is closed. Movies and crafts.
• 8:00 - Magician
• 9:00 - Closing

Included in all Family registration packages.

End each day with a nightcap. It's our Hospitality Suite, with a Bluenose twist! Share laughs with your new friends, and sample local treats, before heading off to bed (or downtown, if that's your preference!).

Harbourview Room. Friday 9:30 pm - 11:00 am, Saturday 9:30 pm - 11:00 am

Included in all registration packages (children excluded).

Learn the skills you need to be successful in your role with ASHRAE. Become a leader in the industry! Our workshops will leave you motivated to succeed!

Hotel, 1st Floor. Saturday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Included in Partial Conference registration packages.

The recommended dress code is "business casual".

Experience Halifax and learn why we're know as "The Gateway to Canada". Includes walking tour of the harbourfront, view Titanic sites, reflect on the Halifax Explosion, and finish with a tour of Pier 21 National Historic Site. Special lunch out included!

Saturday: 10:30 am - 4:00 pm

• 10:00 - Meet in the hotel lobby and walk together (approximately 15 minutes) to Citadel Hill where we will be met by a tour guide. The tour takes approximately 1.5-2 hours. Here is the Tour route and stopping points.
• 12:00 - We will finish the tour at our lunch spot, Piatto Pizzeria + Enoteca. If you would like to meet us just for lunch then please let us know in advance.
• 1:30 - After lunch we will head to the Seaport Market for a brief stop.
• 2:00 - Tour Canada's Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 .
• 4:00 - We will provide taxi vouchers for the trip back to the hotel.

Included in Full and Partial Companion registration packages.

Recognition given where recognition is due. Our awards Luncheon is a perfect place for a photo op of those top performers in our Region. Hear also the message from the Society President and "be in the room"! Lunch (obviously) included.

Baronet Room. Saturday: 12:00 am - 1:30 pm

Included in Full and Partial Conference registration packages.

Join in our Family Festival fun as we explore STEM. Who said this stuff was "boring"? Not us! Parents and children will complete our hands-on activities in the morning, then spend the afternoon at the Discovery Center science museum. Lunch included.

Harbourview Room. Saturday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm

• 8:30 - 12:00 - Hands-on activities
• 12:00 - 1:00 - Picnic lunch and waterfront walk
• 1:00 - 4:00 - Tour of the Discovery Centre

Included in Full and Partial Family registration packages.

Our premier networking social event will be at the historic Citadel Hill in downtown Halifax. The event includes a family-friendly guided walking tour, a bagpiper, cannon firing, a live band, and fresh-prepared local cuisine. Buffet dinner included.

Saturday: 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm

• 6:00 - Meet in the hotel lobby and walk together (approx. 15 minutes) to Citadel Hill.
• 6:15 - Arrive at the fort. Drinks (for purchase) and snacks available.
• 6:30 - Band The Front
• 7:15 - Announcements and cannon firing!
• 7:30 - Buffet begins, and Band Height Requirement
• 9:30 - Buffet ends
• 11:00 - Closing

Included in all registration packages, or separate registration required.

The recommended dress code is is "casual" . . . taking special note to plan for comfort, and to dress in layers. We're at a National Historic site, with lots of exploring to do, so wear comfortable shoes. Also, we're an ocean coastal city, so it gets cool at night and the fog may even roll in, so dressing in layers is best!

Experience our culture . . .

Step into the past as a kilted guide from the 78th Highlanders takes you on a guided tour of the iconic Halifax Citadel. You will visit locations within the Citadel's parade square and atop its ramparts, and learn about its role and strategic importance during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

Witness an impressive display of precision drill and firepower as interpreters wearing the uniform of the Royal Artillery load and fire an Armstrong field gun. See how one of the most unique weapons in Queen Victoria's army would have been used on the battlefield, and feel the shockwave as each shot is fired.

Hear our music music . . .

The Front

The Front is a band straight from the suburbs of Halifax, specialize in the golden oldies. If you’re feeling nostalgic for hits from the 60s and 70s then they've got you covered! They may be young but these guys know how to put on a good old fashioned show full of classic energy, wicked riffs, and killer vocals.

Height Requirement

The early days of the band had the original members practising in a basement with a 6ft ceiling. Fortunately everyone was an appropriate height which resulted in naming the band, “Height Requirement!” Height Requirement is a dance party band that plays hits from the 80’s. Our music includes the likes of the supergroups and one hit wonders that we all love to sing along to.

Taste our food . . .

George's Island Buffet Menu (sample items only): Maple glazed plank sides of salmon with creamy lemon dill sauce; caesar salad with fresh romaine, crisp local pancetta, foxhill asiago, white balsamic caesar dressing and garlic croutons, strawberry shortcake slice, tea and coffee.