Welcome Reception

Thursday, September 7, 2023
6:00 – 8:00 pm

CARDP Exhibit Area
St. Laurent Room
Bonaventure Hotel

Please join us for the CARDP Welcome Reception. This will be a great chance to meet and chat with our sponsors and exhibitors, catch-up with old friends and make some new ones. Live music, succulent samplings of Canadian and Quebec delicacies and a refreshing beverage will make this a great official start to the CARDP Scientific Meeting.

* Guests/Partners are welcome to attend at no additional charge.

Wine & Cheese

Friday, September 8, 2023
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

CARDP Exhibit Area
St. Laurent Room
Bonaventure Hotel

Please join us for a drink with our exhibitors, before heading to the President’s Dinner!

* Guests/Partners are welcome to attend at no additional charge.

President’s Dinner & After Party

Friday, September 8, 2023
7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
(After Party to follow)

Salon Ville Marie – Terrace and Ballroom
Bonaventure Hotel

The 2023 President’s Dinner is included in the registration fee, please plan to attend. Additional tickets may be purchased for $100.

CARDP 2023 President Dr. Doug Hamilton is thrilled to invite all registered CARDP Scientific Meeting registrants to attend the President’s Dinner at no additional cost. A reception on the exclusive terrace will be followed by a lovely dinner featuring entertainment, awards and more. This dinner will provide yet another excellent opportunity not only to experience the best of Canadian and Quebec hospitality but to continue the important conversations that have been ongoing throughout the Meeting. For those who wish to continue the celebration, our President’s After Party will feature live music for dancing and/or listening, provided by the Dance Knights!

Finale – Dinner and Entertainment

Saturday, September 9, 2023
6:00 – 10 pm

Truteau Room
L’Auberge Saint-Gabriel

Built in 1688 by a French soldier, the Auberge Saint-Gabriel was the first “inn” in North America to receive the first liquor license in the country, on March 4, 1754. In the 19th century, it was transformed into a private mansion. In 1914, it became the Auberge Saint-Gabriel again and thus regained its original vocation. It is a place full of Quebec history that is hidden under these heavy stones.

Today, the Auberge Saint-Gabriel is owned by Marc Bolay and Garou. Between the two of them, they have made this historic institution a mecca of Quebec gastronomy, one of the trendiest destinations in Montreal’s nightlife, and a friendly and welcoming venue, sure to be enjoyed by all who attend.

We are thrilled to have exclusive use of the Truteau Room for our CARDP final evening. Our program will feature a menu showcase the best of locally sources products, exquisitely prepared; fine wines and entertainment. Return transportation will be provided from the Bonaventure, however some may choose to take the 20 minute walk to the venue through Old Montreal.

This event is offered at a cost of $150/person.

Guest/Partner Program

We have changed up the Guest/Partner Program for 2023, enabling guests to select all, or just particular activities to enjoy when travelling to Montreal. We have made some suggestions for Thursday of activities you may choose to do on your own. We are offering very special Montreal experiences exclusively for CARDP on Thursday and Friday, you will see on the registration you may choose individually.

We hope you will plan to join us for the CARDP Scientific Meeting in Montreal and we hope you enjoy this “a-la-carte” approach to registration!

Optional User-Pay, Self Guided Activities

Thursday, September 7, 2023

For those arriving early, we encourage you to explore Montreal on you own. Among the activities/events you may wish to take in:

• High Tea at the Ritz - The Palm Court | The Ritz-Carlton, Montreal (ritzcarlton.com)
• Montreal Museum of Fine Arts - Montreal Museum of Fine Arts | MMFA (mbam.qc.ca)
• Bota Bota Spa - Relaxing Massage Spa | Old Port of Montreal | Bota Bota

While these activities will not be formally organized by CARDP, you will see on the registration site an opportunity for you to select from a menu of activities on Thursday. If interest warrants, we would be happy to organized small groups for these self-guided activities.

Guest Registration

All guests are welcome at the Opening Reception (Thursday) and Wine and Cheese Reception (Friday) at no cost.

Guests who wish to attend the President’s Dinner may select this option when registering at a cost of $100.

Old Montréal Food Tour

Friday, September 8, 2023
11:30 am – 3:00 pm

Old Montréal is a one-of-a-kind European-style district. Its historic buildings, narrow streets, and flourishing foodie scene make it a mix of exciting elements to taste and discover. Through public squares, landmarks, and eateries, this Old Montréal Food Tour allows you to experience the culinary scene locals love so much, all while learning about the surrounding network of historic sites. A passionate and knowledgeable local guide will help you discover some of Montréal’s most enticing bits of history, visual treats, and tasty bites in a unique and interactive way.

This tour is conducted with a sustainable tourism ethos, aiming to disrupt daily life in the community as little as possible while ensuring equitable wages for all. You'll leave with a full heart, mind and of course, a full stomach!

Cost per person $100

(program requires a minimum of 10 to be offered, if program is cancelled due to low interest, payment will be refunded)

Ateliers et saveurs
Chef led cooking lesson and sampling (of course!)

Saturday, September 9, 2023
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Areliers et saveurs location in Old Montreal

Created in 2008 Ateliers & saveurs is the first culinary school located in North America to offer cooking and cocktail classes as well as wine tasting in the same space.

Friendly and accessible, this workshop will be offered at the Areliers et saveurs location in Old Montreal and will be by offered passionate professionals from the restaurant industry who will pass on their knowledge and how-to.

This lesson will be offered exclusively for CARDP guests. We will touch, cook, prepare, taste, discuss and share all while you have fun! Savor what you prepared on site and receive the recipes by email right after the class! Menu will feature a variety of Italian Tapas that you may easily prepare at home.

Return transportation from the Bonaventure will be provided.

Cost per person $125

(program requires a minimum of 16 to be offered, if program is cancelled due to low interest, payment will be refunded)