Hotel & Travel Information
Welcome to the travel and accommodation information page.
Please note that all hotel bookings should be made using the official booking instructions below. If you have questions about your hotel reservation, please use the contact information provided below.
This year, we have one hotel option. When you call, please provide the group booking code to get the special event rate.
Clarion Hotel & Suites
Special event room rate – $120
Booking code 4665349 or Manitoba Arts Network 2024 Showcase.
A special Breakfast Buffet for conference delegates is included in the room rate for one adult per room on Friday & Saturday mornings. If you need additional breakfasts for other guests staying in your room the cost is $12 per breakfast, per person. Please request them from the Clarion when booking. These additional breakfasts will incur an extra cost.
Sunday breakfast is not included but is available at a reduced rate through the restaurant.
Phone Number – (204) 728-5775
Check-In – 3:00 PM
Check-Out – 11:00 AM
Amenities:
Indoor Heated Pool 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM, Daily
Fitness centre 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Daily
Restaurant 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM, Daily
Lounge/Bar 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM, Thu – Sat
Address: 3130 Victoria Ave, Brandon, MB R7B 3Y3
Google map link
Hotel info
Hotel Accessibility info
Travel Subsidy Information
MAN Travel Subsidy
Application Deadline: September 24, 2024
This application is for Manitoban presenters wishing to attend the MB Showcase conference in Brandon, October 24-27, 2024.
Due to a significant decrease in funding from FACTOR, the travel subsidy has been reduced to $3,500 this year. MAN members can apply for up to $250 from Southern orgs and $350 from Northern orgs.
If you have questions while filling out the application form, please contact Rose-Anne Harder at director@mbartsnet.ca
Professional Development Grant
Did You know you can apply to MAC for funding to attend the Manitoba Showcase?
Next deadlines: June 1, July 15, September 1
Map of Showcase Venues
Our team of professional staff will work with you at each step of your planning process to ensure that every detail of your trip meets your expectations.
Venue Map
Opening Reception
Clarion Hotel to the Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba
7 minute drive
Clarion Hotel to Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium
Contact Room, Suppers & Showcase/Performance Venue
4 minute drive
ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba
Located at 710 Rosser Avenue, Unit 2, in the Town Centre above the Brandon Downtown Library.
The AGSM entrance is located through the Town Centre on the second floor through the elevator by the Brandon Public Library or inside the Town Centre parkade at the far NE corner of the parkade. The main door and entrance is glass with no automatic door opener. Please alert the front desk for assistance.
For a shuttle bus, the clearance of the parkade entrance is 7’ 6”. Visitors to the AGSM that use the parkade have access to parking tokens with donations appreciated.
All of the galleries and studios can be accessed by wheelchair and other mobility aids. The ceramic studios for classes can be accessed by a passenger elevator with the help of AGSM Staff.
Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium
Located at 205 20th St, Brandon, MB R7B 1L6
Accessible Parking: We offer two designated accessible parking spaces located on the south side of our facility.
Drop-Off Area: Located at the front of the facility within the roundabout.
Wheelchair Ramp: Located on the south side of our main entrance, directly to our accessible doors.
Elevator Access: Inside the facility, located house left in our foyer. This elevator provides access to the Grand Salon and additional accessible washrooms.
Auditorium Seating: a ramp right in our foyer, leading to the auditorium seating area.
Designated Accessible Seating: Within the auditorium, a designated accessible section accommodating six wheelchairs or walkers.
Emergency Assistance: In the event of an emergency, our trained usher staff positioned inside the doors are prepared to assist all patrons, in evacuating the premises.
Washrooms: Spacious, accessible stalls can be found house right in the men’s and women’s washrooms. On the lower level near the elevator exit is also a large private family style washroom.
Local Taxi Info
Things to do in Brandon
City of Brandon
Brandon First
City of Brandon tourism information
Riverbank Discovery Centre
The Riverbank Discovery Centre serves as a starting point for the extensive trail system.
Brandon Arts Community
Art Gallery of Southwestern Manitoba
The Glen P. Sutherland Gallery of Art
George Strange’s Prairie Showcase
George Strange’s Prairie Showcase is a locally owned and operated business specializing in Canadian pottery, artists, and vintage collectibles.
Questions?
Registration & Payment Support
Manitoba Arts Network
admin@mbartsnet.ca
1.866.919.2787
Are you new to Showcase and unsure of what to expect? Wondering, “What’s in it for me?”
Jane Ireland
2024 Showcase Ambassador
manitobashowcase@gmail.com
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