Rendez-vous Canada 2025 is officially underway! Appointments are now open, with the marketplace floor abuzz with activity.
This morning, the marketplace floor officially opened with a special welcoming ceremony by members of local Indigenous communities. The ceremony took place at the Destination Canada and Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC) booth, and served as a reminder of the land we occupy and the role we play as stewards.
Remember that you can find your way around by using the interactive booth map on the free RVC Mobile App. Still haven’t downloaded the app? It’s not too late. Click here for more info.
Warm Winnipeg Welcome at Opening Reception
Before we get into today's agenda, let's take a minute to reflect on yesterday! What an amazing opening reception at the Assiniboine Park Zoo and The Leaf! Delegates were able to view Journey to Churchill, the world-class Arctic species exhibit, and gaze in wonder at Canada’s tallest indoor waterfall. Thanks so much to our hosts Tourism Winnipeg and Travel Manitoba, as well as our sponsors, the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada, Tourism Richmond, and Bandwango, for providing such an enchanting space to connect with colleagues both old and new.
RVC Delegates Explore the City
If these photos are anything to go by, the Winnipeg city tours proved a tremendous success. We hope you had as much on them as our hosts did organizing them!
Don’t Miss These Special Events Today
Wednesday, May 28 | Luncheon sponsored by Destination BC 12 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
York Ballroom
We hope you are working up an appetite with a morning packed with appointments. Today’s lunch will be sponsored by Destination BC. Join us in the York ballroom to enjoy a meal and continue networking with those buyers or sellers you met in the morning!
Wednesday, May 28 | Seller-Seated Shopping Session & TIAC Member Appreciation Happy Hour 5 p.m.–6 p.m.
RVC Marketplace
Back this year is the Seller-Seated Shopping Session. Following the last pre-scheduled appointment of the day, Buyers will have the opportunity to explore the RVC marketplace and connect with any Seller they wish. This is a great opportunity to connect with someone you might not have an appointment with, or to spend more time with someone you connected with earlier.
Additionally, during this same hour, TIAC-Member Sellers will have the opportunity to connect with fellow members over refreshments, including beer, wine, and soft drinks. You’ll receive two drink tickets, redeemable at any of the three bars.
We encourage you to share your tickets with a buyer or media delegate so that you may socialize before the free evening begins. TIAC looks forward to raising a glass with you!
Wednesday, May 28 | Retro Video Dance Party for RVC! 8 p.m.–11 p.m.
The Club Room at The Fort Garry Hotel, 222 Broadway, Winnipeg, MB
Step back in time and turn up the fun! On your free night at Rendez-vous Canada, join us in The Club room – lower level of The Fort Garry Hotel for Retro Video Dance Party - a high-energy dance party where the beats are timeless, and the vibes are unbeatable.
Dress retro if you dare but come ready to dance - this is one night you won’t want to miss!
Sea Bears Basketball x RVC: Save 15%
Use your free night to experience the high-energy excitement of professional basketball as the Winnipeg Sea Bears take on the Vancouver Bandits! The game tips off Wednesday, May 28 at 7 p.m. at Canada Life Centre (300 Portage Avenue) — just steps from the RVC Marketplace.
Prefer a more self-guided evening? Winnipeg’s culinary scene is full of reasons to step out and savour something new. Whether you're after casual bites, local brews, or a destination-worthy dining experience, the city's newest restaurants are worth checking out.
Our nightlife guide for RVC 2025 delegates is your go-to resource for the best spots to unwind, dine, and explore. Use this handy guide to plan your Wednesday evening adventures and free time to make the most of your time in the city. Read more.
Sponsors
Rendez-vous Canada would like to thank the following partners and sponsors for their generous contributions to Rendez-vous Canada 2025 and their ongoing support of the Canadian tourism industry.
