Venue & hotel

Shaw Centre – Canada’s Meeting Place 

55 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON K1N 9J2

The Financial Management Institute is pleased to confirm that the award-winning Shaw Centre will again host PD Week – as it has since 2020. You’ll enjoy the benefits of a state-of-the-art venue that has been named the World’s Best Convention Centre by the International Association of Convention Centres.

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Beautiful, central location 

The Shaw Centre is conveniently located in the heart of downtown Ottawa, the Nation’s Capital, and only twenty minutes from the Ottawa International Airport. It’s directly linked to the Westin Ottawa Hotel and the 180-store Rideau Centre where you can enjoy a premier shopping mall experience with hundreds of brand names, stores, and entertainment. The historic Rideau Canal, Parliament buildings, and bustling ByWard Market with numerous attractions and exciting restaurants are all a quick walk away.

Ample parking onsite

The Shaw Centre is served by a 2-storey Impark underground facility with 730 spaces. This fully automated facility has two entrances located on Daly Avenue and Nicholas Street South with three exits on Nicholas Street South. Entry points to both the Shaw Centre and the Rideau Centre shopping complex are located on both levels on the north and west walls. There are four handicap spaces per level located on the north wall near the Rideau Centre entrances. An ambassador patrols the pay stations and entry and exit points on a 24-hour basis.

New for 2024: New parking process and app! For more information, click here.

Bicycle parking stations

  • Colonel By Drive, which accommodates 26 bicycles comfortably.
  • Daly Street layby stations, which accommodate a combined total of 38 bicycles comfortably.

Les Suites

130 Besserer Street, Ottawa, ON K1N 9M9

The Financial Management Institute has negotiated preferred group rates for PD Week attendees at the award winning Les Suites in downtown Ottawa. Les Suites is a quick stroll to the Shaw Centre and offers spacious one & 2 bedroom condominium sized suites to stretch out and relax following your PD Week sessions.

Book online with PD Week 2024 preferred group rates

Suite accommodation rates

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Classic One Bedroom Suites: $199 / night (single / double occupancy)
Classic Two Bedroom Suites: $299 / night (single / double occupancy)

Modern One Bedroom Suites: $239 / night (single / double occupancy)
Modern Two Bedroom Suites: $339 / night (single / double occupancy)

Please note:

  • Rates are valid 3 nights pre / post based on availability.   
  • $25 / night for each additional person.
  • Complimentary Wireless High-Speed Internet Included.
  • Taxes are extra.
  • Parking is an additional $33 / day (plus applicable tax) with unlimited in / out access.
  • Booking based on availability – 48-hour cancellation policy.

Reservations can also be made by calling the hotel direct

Reservations: 613-232-2000
Toll free: 1-800-267-1989
By email: iv411.rescoor@innvesthotels.com

Key features of Les Suites that will complement your PD Week experience

Location:

  • Located in the HEART of downtown Ottawa & the Byward Market
  • Seconds away from the historic Rideau Canal, Parliament Hill, the National Arts Center, Major’s Hill Park, the National Gallery of Canada, & a plethora of other attractions
  • Steps away from the Rideau Shopping Centre, loads of restaurants, museums, galleries, boutiques, fine dining, pubs, entertainment, & nightlife
  • Onsite Presse Café located in our lobby
  • Easy access from the 417 highway
  • Only 20 minutes from the Ottawa International Airport

Suites:

  • Elegantly appointed spacious one & two bedroom suites
  • Fully equipped kitchens (includes fridge/freezer, oven/stove w/4 burners, microwave, dishwasher, kettle, coffee maker, toaster, pots, pans, cutlery, dinnerware, dishes, etc…)
  • Laundry room in suite (includes full size washer & dryer, & iron w/board)
  • Desktop work area (includes desk, ergonomic chair, & working station)
  • Fully enclosed private balcony overlooking downtown Ottawa & the Byward Market
  • 55” flat screen LCD TV in living area & 43” flat screen LCD TV in bedroom
  • Separate living & dining areas
  • Pet friendly
  • 100% smoke-free
Book online with PD Week 2024 preferred group rates