CALGARY, ALBERTA

Urban sophistication and warm western hospitality uniquely mingle in this growing, world-class destination. Whether you're looking for a cosmopolitan or outdoor adventure, a fun-filled city getaway or a one-stop vacation experience to the Canadian Rocky Mountains, you'll find it all in Calgary - Heart of the New West TM. Create experiences you'll always remember in a city you'll never forget when you visit Calgary - a destination where big-city energy meets traditional western values.

Conference Venue for 3rd National Pro Bono Conference:
THE FAIRMONT PALLISER HOTEL

Since 1914, the Fairmont Palliser has been Calgary's "landmark hotel". Meetings and Incentive Travel Magazine Readers Choice Awards have awarded The Fairmont Palliser the "Best Meeting Facility and Service Excellence in Western Canada", since 2001.

Guest Services and Room Rates

All rooms are equipped with high-speed internet access, voice mail, in-room movies, refreshment centre, and computer/modem hook-up. All hotel guests have complimentary access to the pool, hot tub, and health club.

Special rates have been negotiated at the Fairmont Palliser Hotel guaranteed at $219 (Fairmont Room) until August 13, 2010. For reservations call 1-800-231-0644 and state Group Reservation ID# PROB0910. You may also book online at www.probonoconference.ca/accommodation.php.

UPDATE:The 3rd National Pro Bono Conference Hotel block is now fully booked at the Fairmont Palliser. Please call for room rates and availability. For reservations call 1-800-231-0644.

UPDATE: The 3rd National Pro Bono Conference Hotel block is now fully booked at the Hotel Arts. Please call for room rates and availability. For reservations call 1-800-661-9378.

Additional options for hotels include Best Western, Marriott, Hyatt.

RESTAURANTS AND SHOPPING IN DOWNTOWN CALGARY

The Fairmont Palliser Hotel is located in the heart of downtown, close to many excellent restaurants, pubs and wine bars in various price ranges. Here are a few suggestions:

  • Milestones, Stephen Avenue: 107 8th Avenue SE (403) 410-9521
  • Catch Restaurant and Oyster Bar: 100 8th Avenue SE (403) 206-0000
  • Murrieta's West Coast Bar and Grill: 200 - 808 1st Street SW (403) 269-7707
  • James Joyce, Downtown: 114 8th Avenue SW (403) 262-0708

Just a block away from the Fairmont Palliser are department stores including Holt Renfrew, The Bay, Winners, and three major shopping complexes: TD Square, Fashion Central, and Bankers Hall. One block north is Stephen Avenue, an outdoor pedestrian mall where you will find unique shops, a variety of dining venues and entertainment.

CALGARY AND AREA RECREATION AND TOURISM

Here are some suggestions for things to do in and around Calgary:

The Calgary Tower
(403) 266-7171
www.calgarytower.com
Officially opened June 30th 1968, the 'Tower' has become the City of Calgary's most famous and identifiable physical landmark. One of the first Towers of its kind, the Calgary Tower offers the best view in Calgary and is a must-see on any tourist's itinerary.

The Calgary Zoo
(403) 403-232-9300
www.calgaryzoo.org
For more than 75 years, the Calgary Zoo, Botanical Garden and Prehistoric Park has offered visitors from around the world the opportunity to experience and interact with wildlife - right in the heart of the city only 5 minutes from downtown.

Heritage Park
(403) 268-8500
www.heritagepark.ca
Discover "How the West was Once" at Canada's largest living history museum. Meet friendly pioneers, ride our authentic steam train, enjoy the antique midway and immerse yourself in the old west.

EPCOR Centre for the Performing Arts
(403) 294-7455
www.epcorcentre.org
Located in the heart of the Olympic Plaza Cultural District in downtown Calgary and home to Alberta Theatre Projects, Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, Theatre Calgary and more.

Glenbow Museum
(403) 268-4100
www.glenbow.org
Combining a museum, art gallery, library and archives all under one roof, Glenbow boasts over a million artifacts and some 28,000 works of art in its vast collections and is one of the largest museums in Canada.

Banff National Park
(403-762-1550)
www.banffnationalpark.com
In the fall of 1883, three Canadian Pacific Railway construction workers stumbled across a cave containing hot springs on the eastern slopes of Alberta's Rocky Mountains. From that humble beginning was born Banff National Park, Canada's first national park and the world's third. Spanning 6,641 square kilometres (2,564 square miles) of valleys, mountains, glaciers, forests, meadows and rivers, Banff National Park is one of the world's premier destination spots.

For more detailed information on Calgary and area attractions visit TOURISM CALGARY.COM