The convention was one of 549 events that the VCC expects to host in the year that ends March 31, and the centre is projecting that about 153,778 out-of-town delegates will attend those events.

Hotel developer pullout leaves big hole in convention centre’s business plan City's 2012 deal didn't provide for lack of hotel By: Aldo Santin Posted: 7:49 AM CDT Wednesday, Jun. 10, 2015 ...

Canada's vibrant and busy events industry has been shut down because of COVID-19. Convention centres, caterers, event planners, keynote speakers and others have seen their business grind to a halt.

Halifax council endorsed a business plan for the city's convention centre, which includes an $11.1-million deficit. Events East presented council with a revised business case during Tuesday's meeting.