Detailed Program
Monday June 19, 2023
Events held at the Hilton Québec & Fairmont Le Château Frontenac
Dress code: Casual
13:00-18:00
Registration in the lobby of your hotel. The sustainabag presented by Conway Scenic Railroad
*For participants not staying in one of our hotels your badge will be at Fairmont Le Château Frontenac
13:30-16:00
Tours of Québec City presented by Destinations North America
Choose one of the two opportunities to discover Québec City. Please choose online before June 5th.
- Tour #1: UNESCO Fortification Walking Tour - The Fortifications of Québec National Historic Site, this jewel of the provincial capital, is a reminder of the richness of the city's military past.
- Tour #2: City Discovery & Montmorency Falls - Hailed as the most French City outside of France, Québec is a spectacle of never-ending sights. You will discover the charm and character of the Old Town as you explore the historic landmarks followed by a brief journey along the St-Lawrence River to view the spectacular scenery surrounding Montmorency Falls.
17:00-18:00
Shuttle's departure from Hilton to Château Frontenac presented by Destinations North America
Events held at Fairmont Le Château Frontenac
Dress code: Cocktail attire
18:00-19:00
Vercheres room;
Networking Cocktail presented by Port of Havre-Saint-Pierre
19:00-22:00
Grand Ballroom;
Opening Dinner presented by Port of Québec & Destination Québec Cité
Master of ceremonies: René Trépanier, Executive Director, Cruise the Saint Lawrence
Speakers:
22:00-22:15
Shuttles departures from Fairmont Le Château Frontenac to Hilton Québec presented by
Destinations North America
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
7:30-9:00
Shuttles departures from Hilton Québec & Fairmont Le Château Frontenac to Port of Québec Terminal 30 presented by Destinations North America
Events held at Port of Québec Terminal 30
Dress code: Business attire
7:30-8:30
Registration. The sustainabag presented by Conway Scenic Railroad
7:30-8:30
Breakfast presented by Baie-Comeau Cruises
Expo Lounge
New opportunity at the Canada New England Symposium. The Expo Lounge. A unique environment and opportunity to introduce your products or services and meet your current or future clients.
Who should exhibit? Organizations that are involved in the cruise industry, provide services and would like the opportunity to meet over 60 port representatives and the major cruise lines.
8:30-9:00
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Masters of ceremonies
Co-moderators:
Welcome to the 2023 Cruise Symposium. An overview of the Cruise Canada New England (CCNE) Alliance identify CCNE Executive team. Regional update and presentation about cruise infrastructure investments.
9:00-10:00
State and future of our region presented by Société portuaire du Bas-Saint-Laurent et de la Gaspésie
Moderator:
Panelists:
Panelists will be invited to share their industry expertise and participate in a discussion about government relations, environmental regulations, seasonality, and social acceptability.
This panel will also tackle regional concerns and opportunities as well as provide insights into tourism research.
10:00-10:15
Refreshment Break presented by Port of Sept-Îles
10:15-11:15
Sustainable Development presented by Port of Montréal
The Green Economy & Responsible Tourism
Co-moderators:
Speakers:
The United Nations (UN) states that a green economy is defined as low carbon, resource efficient and socially inclusive. In a green economy, growth in employment and income are driven by public and private investment into such economic activities, infrastructure and assets that allow reduced carbon emissions and pollution, enhanced energy and resource efficiency, and prevention of the loss of biodiversity and ecosystem services.
11:30-12:30
Reverse Marketplace by The Great Lakes Cruise Association & The Great Lakes Cruise Coalition
The marketplace event will enable cruise lines and destination representatives to arrange for one-on-one meetings. Meetings will be planned as perfect matches between buyers and sellers. Registration for these 10-minute meeting sessions will be conducted by invitation.
Expo Lounge
New opportunity at the Canada New England Symposium. The Expo Lounge. A unique environment and opportunity to introduce your products or services and meet your current or future clients.
Who should exhibit? Organizations that are involved in the cruise industry, provide services and would like the opportunity to meet over 60 port representatives and the major cruise lines.
12:30-13:30
Lunch presented by Cruise Atlantic Canada
13:30-14:30
Reverse Marketplace by The Great Lakes Cruise Association & The Great Lakes Cruise Coalition
The marketplace event will enable cruise lines and destination representatives to arrange for one-on-one meetings. Meetings will be planned as perfect matches between buyers and sellers. Registration for these 10-minute meeting sessions will be conducted by invitation.
Expo Lounge
New opportunity at the Canada New England Symposium. The Expo Lounge. A unique environment and opportunity to introduce your products or services and meet your current or future clients.
Who should exhibit? Organizations that are involved in the cruise industry, provide services and would like the opportunity to meet over 60 port representatives and the major cruise lines.
14:30-14:45
Refreshment Break presented by Flynn Cruiseport Boston
14:45-15:45
Reverse Marketplace by The Great Lakes Cruise Association & The Great Lakes Cruise Coalition
The marketplace event will enable cruise lines and destination representatives to arrange for one-on-one meetings. Meetings will be planned as perfect matches between buyers and sellers. Registration for these 10-minute meeting sessions will be conducted by invitation.
14:45-16:00
Expo Lounge
New opportunity at the Canada New England Symposium. The Expo Lounge. A unique environment and opportunity to introduce your products or services and meet your current or future clients.
Who should exhibit? Organizations that are involved in the cruise industry, provide services and would like the opportunity to meet over 60 port representatives and the major cruise lines.
16:00-16:30
Shuttles departures from Port of Québec Terminal 30 to Hilton Québec & Fairmont le Château Frontenac presented by Destinations North America
17:30-18:00
Shuttles departures from Hilton Québec & Fairmont le Château Frontenac to Ross Gaudreault Cruise Terminal, Port of Québec presented by Destinations North America
Events held at Port of Québec Ross Gaudreault Cruise Terminal
Dress code: Business casual
18:00-19:00
La Cale:
Networking Cocktail presented by Promotion Saguenay
19:00-21:00
Dinner presented by NYCruise | New York Economic Development Corporation
21:00-23:00
LBA Band fills the dancefloors and charms its audience wherever it goes with its breathtaking show!! Not only will you be immediately drawn to the dance floor, but you'll also be captivated by the chemistry on stage!
21:30-23:30
Shuttle's departure from Port of Québec Ross Gaudreault Cruise Terminal to Hilton Québec & Fairmont Le Château Frontenac presented by Destinations North America
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
7:00-8:00
Shuttles departures from Hilton Québec & Fairmont Le Château Frontenac to Port of Terminal 30 presented by Destinations North America
*For participants leaving for the famtour or the airport please check out of your hotel and bring your luggage with you in the shuttle.
Events held at Port of Québec Terminal 30
Dress code: Casual
7:30-8:15
Breakfast
8:00-12:00
Expo Lounge
New opportunity at the Canada New England Symposium. The Expo Lounge. A unique environment and opportunity to introduce your products or services and meet your current or future clients.
Who should exhibit? Organizations that are involved in the cruise industry, provide services and would like the opportunity to meet over 60 port representatives and the major cruise lines.
8:15-9:15
Morning Talk Show
MC:
Speaker:
June 21 is National Indigenous People's Day. This is a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. The Canadian Constitution recognizes these three groups as Aboriginal peoples, also known as Indigenous peoples.
Although these groups share many similarities, they each have their own distinct heritage, language, cultural practices, and spiritual beliefs.
In cooperation with Indigenous organizations, the Government of Canada chose June 21, the summer solstice, for National Aboriginal Day, now known as National Indigenous Peoples Day. For generations, many Indigenous peoples and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on or near this day due to the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year.
This is an opportunity to recognize Indigenous people's ancestral and traditional lands that connect Canada and New England.
9:15-10:15
Expedition Cruising presented by Gaspé Port of Call
Moderator:
Speaker:
Expedition cruising is without doubt the fastest growing sector of the cruise industry. In addition to the 70 ships already in the expedition cruising market, new builds account for almost one third of the order book.
10:15-11:15
Workshop session presented by Port of Montréal
Co-moderators:
CCNE has identified four (4) guiding principles for sustainability. Based on these guiding principles and in collaboration with cruise lines, how do we work together to create a sustainable pledge?
11:15-11:30
Closing Remarks
Master of ceremonies:
Co-moderators:
11:30-12:00
Shuttles departures from Port of Québec Terminal 30 to Hilton Québec & Fairmont le Château Frontenac presented by Destinations North America
*For famtours participants & people going to the airport you will depart by bus directly from the cruise terminal.