Conference Package - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gananoque
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2. 777 King Street East
Gananoque, ON K7G 1H4
Phone: 613.382.8338
Réservations: 1.866.301.2650
Fax: 613.382.0435
holidayinexpress@gananoque.com
www.holidayinnexpress1000islands.com
GANANOQUE / 1000 ISLANDS
Thank you for your inquiry regarding your upcoming conference at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel
& Suites Gananoque. Gananoque is an excellent choice for meetings in the heart of the World
Famous 1000 Islands and the World Famous & Renowned UNESCO designated Frontenac Arch
Biosphere Reserve.
Our professional staff goes out of their way to ensure that your every need and expectation of
service is surpassed. Known for exemplary meetings and banquet services, the Holiday Inn
Express and Suites offers a multitude of flexible venues including a boardroom for 15 people to
multiple meeting conference space for up to 200 people. Our dedicated banquet services
meticulously execute every detail to create your most memorable event. The Holiday Inn Express
& Suites has been ranked number one in Canada and has received the prestigious Quality
Excellence Award.
Our ideal location places us near many 1000 Islands attractions and entertainment such as
Gananoque Boat Lines’ 1000 Islands Cruises, live professional theatre, casino, historic 1000
Islands Village shops, and restaurants. The nearby region also features area golf courses, trails,
mini-golf, 1000 Islands Sky Deck, and 1000 Islands bike trails.
The hotel features spacious standard rooms with two queen size beds; king executive rooms and
two room leisure suites with a separate bedroom king size bed, double whirlpool, fireplace and 42”
plasma TVs. Amenities include indoor heated pool, fitness room, sauna, free internet access, in
room fridge, microwave, guest laundry as well as a business center and free parking. Our
complimentary daily and delicious hot breakfast bar is irresistible!
For a full day conference:
Grande Room is $695.00 +HST ($500 + HST for room only)
Islander Room is $295.00 + HST ($200 + HST for room only)
Board Room is $150.00 + HST
The newest hotel in Gananoque, the Holiday Inn Express & Suites offers quality service and
elegantly decorated meeting facilities where “we mean business!” As your professional meeting
planner, I am looking forward to working with you!
Best Regards,
Sarah Laturnus
Director of Sales
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4. General Information
The Following Information is outlined to assist you in your initial planning stage.
Confirmation & Guarantee
Upon confirmations of your booking, The Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gananoque requires one copy of
the signed function contract. A guaranteed number of persons is required seventy-two (72) hours prior to the
function. The convener undertakes to pay the quoted number guaranteed, or in attendance, whichever is the
greater.
Method of Payment
Method of payment will commensurate with the function and the number of persons in attendance. This will
be outlined in each individual function contract.
Permissible methods of payment included an approved credit card, advance deposit, or pre-approved billing
by our accounting department. Payment is due at check-out unless other arrangements have been made prior
to the function date. Any Terms, Conditions and/or Prices are all subject to change at the discretion of the
hotel at any time.
Cancellation Policy
Please refer to the function contract of agreement. It is imperative that you inform the catering office of any
changes to avoid cancellations charges.
Food and Beverages
Any food or beverages consumed in your meeting or banquet room can be supplied by the Holiday Inn
Express & Suites Gananoque / 1000 Islands or the client. If you are bringing your own food and / or beverage
into the facility special permission must granted.
Menu Selection
All details concerning food and beverage must be finalized at least three (3) weeks prior to the function date.
Our catering staff will be more than happy to assist you with menu selections and room arrangements.
Security Deposit
At the discretion of management, some groups will be required to send a security deposit to be held until
after the departure. This will be refunded providing no damage has been done to property and contents.
S.O.C.A.N.
Tariff license fees are payable for entertainment of live or recorded music. The entire fee is remitted, by the
hotel to the “Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada”. Should you have any
questions about the above please call S.O.C.A.N. at 416-445-8700.
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7. Rental Equipment Available:
Overhead Projector $30.00
LCD Projector $95.00
25’ TV/DVD/VHS on cart $30.00
Laser Pointer $10.00
Conference Phone $50.00
Flip Chart Paper $20.00 per pad
Desk top sound system with microphones $25.00
Sound Mixer / P.A. System $100.00
Laptop computer~ Rental rates upon request (Please indicate required
software/version/program/plug-ins/etc.)
White Board and Markers ~ Complimentary
Pens and pads of paper provided for conferences upon request
Dance floor $250.00
Pantry $400.00
All rates are a per day basis before tax
Protocol for Large Bookings:
Deposit at time of booking.
50% of projected total 45 days before event.
50% of projected total less deposit, upon Arrival
Any extra cost upon departure.
Any Terms, Conditions and/or Prices are all subject to change at the discretion of the hotel at any time. All deposits
are non-refundable.
8. Express Start Breakfast Buffet
Open: 6:30am-9:30am
Drinks:
Smart Roast Coffee
Tea
Juice (Apple & Orange)
Milk (2% & Skim)
Hot Chocolate
Hot Menu:
Scrambled Eggs
Omelets
Bacon
Sausage
Oatmeal
Pancakes
Baked Goods:
Warm Cinnamon Buns
Muffins
English muffins
Brown Bread
Toppings:
Butter
Cream cheese
Peanut butter
Jams
Maple Syrup
Toaster provided
Cold Menu:
Cereal – All Bran, Shreddies, Fruit Loops and Cheerios
Yogurt
Fresh Fruit
Hard boiled eggs
This breakfast is only available to overnight guests of the hotel. Should you require a catered breakfast
for your event please ask your planner for details.
9. All Day Meeting Menus
All Day Meeting Package # 1
Morning Break:
Assorted Baked Goods
Coffee & Assorted Teas
Lunch:
Soup of the Day
Assorted Sandwiches
Crudities & Dip
Assorted Squares
Coffee, Assorted Teas & Soft Drinks
Afternoon Break:
Assorted Soft Drinks
Juice, Coffee & Assorted Teas
Fresh Baked Cookies
$26.00 per person
10 Person Minimum
All above pricing is on a per person basis before applicable taxes and gratuity.
Does Not Include Room Rental
10. All Day Meeting Package #2
Morning Break:
Assorted Juices
Freshly Baked Muffins & Croissants
Served with Honey & Preserves
Coffee & Assorted Teas
Lunch:
Caesar Salad
Shrimp & Salmon Wellington
Roasted Red Skin Potatoes
Vegetable of the Day
Assorted Desserts
Assorted Soft Drinks, Coffee & Assorted Teas
Afternoon Break:
Freshly Baked Cookies
Granola Bars
Assorted Teas, Coffee,
Assorted Soft Drinks & Bottled Water
$ 29.00 per Person
10 Person Minimum
All above pricing is on a per person basis before applicable taxes and gratuity
Does Not Include Room Rental
11. All Day Meeting Package #3
Morning Break:
Freshly Baked Muffins
Served with Butter and Preserves
Coffee, Assorted Teas & Juices
Lunch:
Soup of the day
Assorted Sandwiches
Cheese platter
Assorted Desserts
Assorted Cold Drinks Bottled Water, Coffee & Assorted Teas
Afternoon Break:
Freshly Baked Cookies
Cold Drinks, Coffee & Tea
$21.00 per person
10 Person Minimum
All above pricing is on a per person basis before applicable taxes and gratuity
Does not include room rental
12. Working Lunch Menus
Working Lunch Selection # 1
House Salad
Sandwiches: Assorted Cold Cuts, Egg Salad and Tuna Salad
Potato Salad
Pickles, Olives, Cheese
Assorted Desserts
Coffee, Tea, Bottled Water & Soft Drinks
$ 18.00 per person
Working Lunch Selection # 2
Soup of the day
¼ Barbequed Chicken
Roasted Red Skin Potatoes
Green Bean Vegetable
Assorted Pies
Coffee, Tea, Bottled Water & Soft Drinks
$ 18.00 per person
10 Person Minimum
All above pricing is on a per person basis before applicable taxes and gratuity
Does not include room rental
13. Break Selections
A.M. Break Selection #1
Freshly Baked Muffins
Accompanied By Butter & Preserves
Coffee, Assorted Teas & Juice
$4.75 per person
A.M. Break Selection #2
Freshly Baked Muffins and Croissants
Accompanied by Butter and Preserves
Fresh Seasonal Fruit
Coffee, Assorted Teas & Fruit Juices
$6.50 per person
A.M. Break Selection #3
Fresh Fruit and Yogurt Dip
Assorted Yogurt, Granola Bars
Coffee & Assorted Teas
Juice
$7.25 per person
P.M. Break Selection #1
Home Baked Cookies
Coffee & Assorted Teas
$4.00 per person
P.M. Break Selection #2
Assorted Sweet Breads
Coffee, Assorted Teas & Bottled Water
$5.50 per person
P.M. Break Selection #3
Home Baked Cookies, Seasonal Fruit Platter
Soft Drinks, Bottled Water,
Coffee & Assorted Teas
$6.00 per person
All of the above pricing is on a per person basis before applicable taxes and gratuity. Prices do not include
room rental.
14. Party Menu
Spinach Dip Party Bowl
Pumpernickel bread filled with creamy spinach dip includes
chunks of pumpernickel bread, carrots and celery sticks for
dipping.
Serves 40 people
$49.50 per tray
Pizza Slices
Pepperoni and/or 3 cheese
X-large 10-12slices per pizza
$21.99 per pizza
Stuffed Platter
An assorted platter of tasty rolls stuffed with
Tuna, Egg and Minced ham
Serves 12
$17.99 per tray
Antipasto Platter
Stuffed olives, Calamata olives, Spicy Cherry Bocconcini, Provolone Piccante, Grana Pada
Parm cheese, mild and hot Genoa salami, mild and hot Calabrese salami
Serves 15 people
$38.99 per tray
All prices are before taxes and gratuity. Rates above do not reflect the price of room rental.
15. Munchie Menu
Nachos & Salsa
$10.00 per basket
Potato Chips
$7.00 per basket
Assorted cheese & crackers
$6.00 per person
Fresh cut fruit tray & dip
$6.00 per person
Cut veggies and dip
$6.00 per person
Deli tray:
Sliced ham
assorted salami, assortment of
rolls, cheese and pickles
$10.00 per person
All prices are before taxes and gratuity. Rates above do not reflect the price of room rental.
16. Plated Dinner Selections
All entrees include a harvest bread basket
Choice of salad:
Sesame Mandarin Salad: Sweet Mixed Greens, Sugar Snap Peas, Almonds, Garnished with Mandarin
Oranges, Finished with a Sesame Mandarin Dressing.
Caesar Salad: Crispy Romaine Lettuce, Garlic Croutons, Fresh Crispy Bacon, Asiago Cheese and Tossed
Lightly in Caesar Dressing.
Garden Salad: Leaf Lettuce mixed with Red Cabbage, Shredded Carrots, Red Onions, English Cucumbers
and Tomatoes. Finished with our own House Dressing.
Choice of one Entree
1. Salmon with lemon dill sauce
$35.20 per plate
2. Oven Roasted Herbed Chicken Breast with Stuffing
$33.00 per plate
3. Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Apple Reduction
$33.00 per plate
4. Roast Beef with Yorkshire Pudding
$33.00 per plate
All served with fresh seasonal vegetables.
Choice of Potatoes
Baked or Garlic Mashed Red Skin or Herb Roasted
Dessert
Chocolate Mousse Cake
(Seasonal Options: Apple Crisp or Strawberry Shortcake)
Ask about our Pre – Reception hors d'oeuvres package and also our late night options. Vegetarian options
available for all menus.
Minimum of 20 people.
All prices are before taxes and gratuity. Rates above do not reflect the price of room rental.
17. Build Your Own Buffet
Harvest Dinner Rolls with Butter, Dessert Table, Tea & Coffee
Fresh Salad Selections
Chef's Choice of Seasonal Vegetable and Potato
Entree choice:
1. Roast Beef
2. Roasted Pork Tenderloin
3. Baked Ham
4. Chicken Breast with Mushroom Sauce
5. Fresh Atlantic Salmon
6. Herbed Chicken with Stuffing
Entree Options
One choice - $33.00
Two Choices - $35.20
Three Choices – $37.50
Ask about our Pre – Reception hors d'oeuvres package and also our late night options. Vegetarian options
available for all menus.
Minimum of 20 people
All prices are before taxes and gratuity. Rates above do not reflect the price of room rental.
18. Seasonal Barbeque Menu
BBQ Choice # 1
Choice of two salads:
Baked beans
Potato salad
Macaroni salad
Cranberry rice salad
Garden salad
Caesar salad
Entrée:
6oz. All beef homemade hamburgers
or
Oktoberfest sausages
Both served with all of the seasons freshest fixings, assorted cold drinks and a
Fresh Fruit Torte for dessert
$17.00 per person
BBQ Choice #2
Choice of two salads:
Baked beans
Potato salad
Macaroni salad
Cranberry rice salad
Garden salad
Caesar salad
Entrée:
A 6oz. boneless skinless chicken breast with a barbecue
marinade served with, assorted cold drinks
and strawberry custard tarts for dessert $17.00 per person
15 person Minimum. Weather permitting only.
All above pricing is on a per person basis before applicable taxes and gratuity
The Event Barbeque is available for rent if preferred for $100.00 per day before applicable taxes. Ask your
meeting planner for details!
Prices do not include room rental.
19. The Grande Holiday Package
Includes:
Candle light for each table
Podium with microphone
Full length table linens
Overlays & Napkins
Name cards for each table
Cocktail Reception:
Fresh Crudities
Assorted Cheese & Crackers
Shrimp Tray (3 shrimp per person)
Dinner:
Wine Service: 1 glass of house wine per person
Assorted Rolls & Butter
Choice of salad:
Sesame Mandarin Salad: Sweet Mixed Greens, Sugar Snap Peas, Almonds, Garnished with Mandarin
Oranges, Finished with a Sesame Mandarin Dressing.
Caesar Salad: Crispy Romaine Lettuce, Garlic Croutons, Fresh Crispy Bacon, Asiago Cheese and Tossed
Lightly in Caesar Dressing.
Garden Salad: Leaf Lettuce mixed with Red Cabbage, Shredded Carrots, Red Onions, English Cucumbers
and Tomatoes. Finished with our own House Dressing.
Choice of Entrée:
Slow Roasted New York Sirloin of Beef.
Herbed Chicken Breast served with Stuffing.
Chicken Alaskan: 6 ounce breast of chicken stuffed with crab and asparagus topped with Hollandaise
Sauce.
Stuffed Salmon: A Filet of Salmon with asparagus and a mixture of Monterey Jack and Cheddar
Cheeses.
All entrées served with baked potato and seasonal vegetables.
Choice of Dessert:
Chocolate Tuxedo Cake
Or
Chocolate Cups with Strawberry Mousse
Coffee, Decaffeinated Coffee, Tea and Chocolate Mints to be served with dessert.
Cost:
$71.45 per person includes room rental.
Price above is subject to applicable taxes and Gratuity.
We request that all menu selections are the same for all guests in attendance.
(A minimum of 25 guests)
20. Pssst…. It’s right around the corner….
Start planning your holiday parties now!
GANANOQUE / 1000 ISLANDS
777 King Street East
Gananoque, ON
(613)382-8338 ext. 174
www.HolidayInnExpress1000Islands.com
21. S.O.C.A.N. – Society of Composers Authors & Music Publishers of Canada (Performing Rights Tariff)
Any event playing or broadcasting live or recorded music is required to pay the S.O.C.A.N. fee. Payment
directly to the Holiday Inn Express Hotel and Suites will be directly sent to S.O.C.A.N. on your behalf.
Please fill out the following information:
Name (Company or Individual):
Address:
City:
Province:
Postal Code:
Phone: Fax: E-mail:
Name of Establishment: The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gananoque
Address: 777 King Street East
City: Gananoque
Province: Ontario
Postal Code: K7G 1H4
Phone: 613.382.8338
Fax: 613.382.0435
E-mail: holidayinnexpress@gananoque.com
Website: www.holidayinnexpress1000islands.com
To determine what your event’s fee will be is as follows:
Room Capacity Without Dancing Per Event With Dancing Per Event
Seated or Standing
1 - 100 $20.56 $41.13
101 - 300 $29.56 $59.17
Add 13% HST Add 13% HST
22. BAR MENU
Bottled Wine:
White Wine (750 ml)
Barefoot Cellars (Pinot Grigio-California) - Dry, light to medium bodied, with notes of pineapple and hints of citrus
ending with a very crisp finish. $29.99
Girls Night Out (Chardonnay-Ontario VQA) - Aromas of citrus and peach with floral notes, dry, light and crisp, with
pleasant flavours of lemon/lime and grapefruit. $37.99
Two Oceans (Sauvignon Blanc- South African) - Aromatic and fruity, blends well with fish, shellfish, pasta, and vegetable
dishes. $29.99
Yellow Tail (Chardonnay-Australia) - Rich tropical fruits with a creamy finish. This wine is soft yet fresh with balanced
acidity and lingering melon flavours on the tongue. Goes will with seafood and chicken. $29.99
Yellow Tail (Pino Grigio-Australian) - Live green apple and pear aromas with a crisp, clean and refreshing palate. Goes
well with seafood and chicken. $29.99
Red Wine (750ml)
Barefoot Cellars (Merlot-California) - Ruby red in colour, the nose reveals red berry, boysenberry, chocolate and anise.
medium bodied. Excellent with meats and pastas. $29.99
Girls Night Out (Merlot-Ontario VQA) - Medium ruby red colour, aromas of blackberry, raspberry, spice and plum, dry,
medium body with a well balanced finish. $37.99
Wolf Blass Yellow Label (Shiraz-Australian) - Blackberry, chocolate and luscious vanilla aromas. This full bodied wine
shows bold fruit flavours and mild spice. $29.99
Yellow Tail (Merlot-Australian) - Ripe plum flavours with a warm touch to spice. This Merlot wine is bold, smooth and
easy on the palate. An excellent food wine that pairs with everything. $29.99
Blush
E & J Gallo (White Zinfandel-California) - Light pink, strawberry and raspberry nose, lightly fruity with a sweet finish.
1/2 Litre - $19.99, 1 Litre - $34.51
Champagne
Yellow Tail (750 ml-Australian) - Delightfully fresh, fruity and soft. Enjoy it on any occasion. $39.99
Cash Bar
Domestic Beer: Canadian, Coors Light $5.25
Liquor: Canadian Club Rye, Bacardi Rum, Smirnoff Vodka, Tanqueray Gin $5.25
Coolers: Smirnoff Ice $6.00
Pelee Island (White-Ontario) - A blend of Vidal, Seyval Blanc & Semillion grapes. Very smooth, very dry with a delicate
bouquet. $6.00
Pelee Island (Red-Ontario) - A good all round vintage, this blend of Cabernet Franc & gamy Noir Zweigelt grapes
produce a spicy fresh fruity taste. $6.00
Non-Alcoholic Beverages:
Soft Drinks...........................................$2.00
Bottled Water.......................................$2.00
Coffee (20 Cups)..................................$20.00/pot
Tea.....................................................$1.00/bag
All above pricing is before applicable taxes and gratuity.
23. 777 King Street East
Gananoque, ON K7G 1H4
Phone: 613.382.8338
Réservations: 1.866.301.2650
Fax: 613.382.0435
holidayinexpress@gananoque.com
www.holidayinnexpress1000islands.com
GANANOQUE / 1000 ISLANDS
Meeting Booking Form
Thank you for choosing the Holiday Inn Express & Suites for your event! We’re so pleased to have the opportunity to
serve you and your group. . In efforts to provide swift and easy booking for your group in the form below you will find
the details needed by the hotel.
Name of Group:
Name of meeting space reserved:
Dates meeting space is required:
Number of attendees (including the facilitator/presenter):
Name of Facilitator:
Table set up requirements:
Set up time:
Schedule:
Tear down time:
Catering choice(s):
Special needs:
Rental equipment required:
Number of rooms required for guest room block:
Dates room block is required:
Are the accommodations paid for by the company or the individual?
Company Information:
Contact name:
Address:
Phone:
Fax:
Email:
P.O. #:
Method of payment:
Other information:
Thank you again for booking! Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.