TORONTO — On October 2, the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) celebrated its 40th anniversary. For four decades, the MTCC has hosted world-class events in the heart of Toronto that inspire innovation, create connections, and contribute to the success of the city and region. The centre has generated an estimated $9.2 billion in economic impact since 1984, more than any other convention centre in Canadian history.
Since 1984, the MTCC has welcomed more than 69 million visitors and hosted more than 22,000 events, including high-profile meetings such as the G20 Summit (2010), the G7 Summit (1988), the International AIDS Conference (2006), and SIBOS (2011, 2017, 2023). The facility is also home to large annual events such as the Canadian International AutoShow, Fan Expo, the Ontario Dental Association (ODA) Annual Spring Meeting, the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) Convention, the Canadian Mechanical & Plumbing Exposition (CMPX), and more. For 40 years, the events and meetings that have taken place at the MTCC, including many international conventions making their first appearance in Canada, have played an important role in uplifting Toronto’s key sectors and the local economy.
Beyond planning events, the MTCC strives to make a difference in the community. The facility has donated more than 500,000 meals to local food-rescue organizations and schools. Through its local food program, the facility also works with many regional farms and producers, using its buying power to support local businesses. For example, all the wine and craft beer offered at the MTCC is locally sourced, as is most of the food.
“As a first-class venue, the Metro Toronto Convention Centre attracts and hosts a wide range of major conventions, conferences, and high-profile events from all over the world, contributing significantly to Ontario’s tourism industry and economy,” says Stan Cho, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Gaming. “Congratulations on 40 years of success in drawing people to our province and raising Ontario’s profile as a destination of choice.”
“We are proud to celebrate the centre’s 40-year legacy and we look forward to hosting many more world-class events that make a positive impact in Toronto and Ontario,” says Ron Pellerine, interim president & CEO at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. “The MTCC’s accomplishments are a team effort, and we would like to thank our employees, customers, industry partners, and suppliers for their hard work and dedication throughout the years.”