Conference Location

Water Tower Inn

360 Great Northern Rd
Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6B 4Z7

Phone: 1‑800‑461‑0800

The Water Tower Inn provides a comfortable and welcoming venue for our three-day conference. With spacious meeting rooms, a main ballroom, and convenient amenities, it's the perfect setting for learning, networking, and celebration.

Venue Facilities

• Main Ballroom for panel sessions
• Breakout spaces for table talks and discussions
• On-site dining for daily luncheons
• Accessible meeting spaces

Evening Events at The Machine Shop

The Machine Shop at Mill Square
83 Huron Street, Sault Ste. Marie

Wednesday and Thursday evening galas take place at The Machine Shop, a unique venue at Mill Square.

• Wednesday, February 11: Esteemed Extravaganza (Red Carpet Event, 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm, doors 7:30 pm)
• Thursday, February 12: "THE REVEAL!" Masquerade Ball (8:00 pm – 10:00 pm)

Travel & Area Information

Getting Here

• By Air: Sault Ste. Marie Airport (YAM) with connections to major Canadian cities
• By Road: Highway 17 (Trans-Canada Highway) from eastern and western Ontario

Perfect Timing

The conference (February 11–13) is scheduled just before the Gathering at the Rapids Powwow (starting February 14), making it convenient to attend both events.

About Sault Ste. Marie

Located on the St. Mary's River between Lake Superior and Lake Huron, Sault Ste. Marie is a vibrant community with rich Indigenous heritage. The area serves as an important gathering place for cultural events and offers beautiful natural surroundings and warm hospitality.