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Overall Excellence Chapter Award

 

 

About Our Chapter


Founded in 1984, MPI Ottawa is the leading nonprofit organization for meeting and event professionals in the capital city.  premier not for profit organization for meeting and event professionals. With a vibrant community of approximately 200 active members, we are eager to welcome you to our upcoming events. 

By joining MPI Ottawa, you'll be part of an organization dedicated to advancing your personal growth and professional success. Immerse yourself in innovative learning opportunities, connect with driven and passionate peers, an embrace the transformative ideas that will empower you to lead change in the industry.

In 2022 and 2023, the chapter was awarded the Volunteer Engagement Merit Award, the Net Profit Merit Award, and the overall Excellence Award by MPI International at the Chapter Performance Awards.

         

MPI's Ottawa Chapter

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“I am looking forward to leading the Board this term as we rebuild after the pandemic. We will continue to evolve as a chapter to deliver unique networking opportunities and innovative education events for our members. Most importantly, we will continue to advocate for our industry to raise public awareness and obtain the financial support of government for the important work we do for our communities and our country as a whole.“

- Karen Norris, CMP, MPI Ottawa Chapter, President 2023-2024

 


 

MPI Chapter Membership Population

Planners: 113
Suppliers: 79
Students: 12
Faculty: 3
Other: 2

 

 

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Upcoming Events

Jun
18
Join us in St. Louis for a groundbreaking experience that will elevate your event planning to new heights.

 

 

Recent Chapter News & Views Articles

The Bridge Between Communities

Ted Robinson | Dec 3, 2024
MPI Ottawa Education Committee hosted an insightful and engaging online event on Wednesday, November 6. Award-winning speaker, storyteller, author and respected Blackfoot ceremonialist cultural carrier Elder Camille Pablo Russell led an interactive session focused on the importance of connection and how we can all build bridges between communities.

Reflecting on MPI - the EVENT 2024, in Ottawa

Bruce Landry | Nov 17, 2024
Reflecting on the EVENT and preparing for 2025’s presidency, I am energized and excited for what comes next. The connections we made, the knowledge we gained, and the ideas we exchanged will undoubtedly propel us forward in our work and collaborations.

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