Sustainable Event Planning

Plan with Purpose, Host with Impact

Host your event in Halifax, where sustainability meets coastal charm. With eco-friendly venues, programs that support lasting impacts, and a city that cares about building a sustainable future, it’s the perfect destination for any meeting or convention. 

Sustainable Halifax

Halifax hits above its weight when it comes to event sustainability, with more programs and initiatives being added all the time. Here’s just some of the reasons to choose Halifax if sustainable event management is top of mind: 

Halifax’s new Sustainable Business Events Guide

Discover Halifax’s Sustainable Business Events Guide is your essential resource for hosting eco-conscious and socially responsible meetings and conventions. Rooted in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), this guide provides actionable steps to minimize environmental impact while maximizing community benefits.

What’s Inside the Guide?

By choosing Halifax, you’re not just planning an event—you’re contributing to a stronger, and more sustainable future.

Download the full guide in the viewer below and start planning your sustainable business event today! 

Halifax Convention Centre

The Halifax Convention Centre is a LEED Silver-certified venue committed to eco-friendly events. With energy-efficient infrastructure, waste reduction programs, and locally sourced cuisine, it ensures a low-impact, high-quality experience.

  • Sustainable Design – LED lighting, smart HVAC, and water-saving fixtures.
  • Waste Reduction – Industry-leading composting, recycling, and eco-friendly cleaning.
  • Local & Responsible Cuisine – Over 100 local suppliers, seasonal menus, and food donation programs.

Delegates can also explore local flavours at the Local Pop-Up Market.

Halifax Hotels

In addition to being members of the Global Green Key Program, our properties boast many sustainability features. Here are some of the highlights:

Cambridge Suites

At the Cambridge Suites, sustainability-minded practices include reducing energy consumed from laundry, and offering guests the option to have sheets replaced every four days to lighten their carbon footprint. The hotel features recycling & composting and water refill stations throughout, and donates linens to local groups for reuse. For more information, visit cambridgesuiteshalifax.com/stay-green.php.

Halifax Marriott Harbourfront

The Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel, as a Marriott property, is committed to reducing energy and water usage by a further 20%. Its rooms feature energy-efficient fixtures & appliances, and are cleaned with biodegradable cleaners. Local food suppliers and zero-waste products ensure the property produces as little waste as possible. For more information, visit serve360.marriott.com.

Lord Nelson Hotels & Suites

The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites is dedicated to sustainability by eliminating single-use plastics, implementing energy-saving technologies, and promoting eco-friendly Green Key Program. They adhere to comprehensive waste management practices, encourage guests to reuse linens to conserve resources, and prioritize environmentally responsible purchasing. Their goal is to lead in sustainability among independent Canadian hotels. For more information view here.

Muir Halifax

Muir Halifax is one of the region’s most energy-efficient hotels, utilizing a Sea Water Loop and single-plan heat pump to harness renewable energy from the Halifax Harbour for heating and cooling. Designed with sustainability in mind, Muir integrates locally sourced materials, reclaimed granite, green roofing, and Low-E glass, while partnering with regional suppliers to reduce its carbon footprint and deliver an authentic Nova Scotian experience. visit https://muirhotel.com/sustainable-design/.

Prince George Hotel Halifax

The team at the Prince George Hotel Halifax know luxury can also be green. Its Green Prince Program is proof of this, and helps the team divert nearly 80% of the hotel’s waste from landfills. The hotel’s events team also orders food strategically, avoiding wasted ingredients and single-use plastics. For more information on this program, visit princegeorgehotel.com/the-hotel/green-prince-program.php.

Sutton Place Halifax

Sutton Place Halifax is planting trees each time a guest opts to forego stayover cleaning for their room. When this option is chosen, the company plants 10 trees on guests’ behalf. Since the initiative’s launch in 2022, over 76,000 trees have been planted. This equals over 19,000 tons of carbon sequestered and 9.4 hectares of forest replanted. For more information, visit suttonplace.com/halifax/amenities/trees.

The Hollis Halifax – A Doubletree Suites by Hilton

At The Hollis, they are committed to sustainability through practices such as recycling, composting, and offering water refill stations in their fitness room. They encourage guests to reuse linens during their stay to help conserve resources. All of their sustainability efforts are tracked and monitored through Hilton’s LightStay program to reduce our environmental impact and promote long-term sustainability. Learn more about Hilton’s sustainable focus here. 

The Westin Nova Scotian

Recent renovations at the Westin Nova Scotian have taken place in its guest-facing spaces and behind-the-scenes. These updates include newly added sustainable features such as; water-saving and energy-efficient laundry machines that recycle water, LED lighting throughout, and heating & cooling systems that lower the hotel’s energy footprint. For more information, visit serve360.marriott.com.