Conferences and Events
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The pdf 2026 Corporate Partnership Program(20.38 MB) outlines year-round and conference-specific opportunities to connect with Nova Scotia’s senior municipal leaders through the Association of Municipal Administrators, Nova Scotia (AMANS). Representing nearly 400 municipal administrators across all 49 municipal units in the province, AMANS provides partners with meaningful access to decision makers through professional development events, webinars, conferences, and targeted communications
The package details annual partnership tiers, conference sponsorship options, speaking opportunities, and high-visibility event engagements tied to AMANS’ 2026 Spring and Fall Conferences. Designed to foster trusted relationships, brand visibility, and sector insight, this program offers organizations structured pathways to engage with Nova Scotia’s municipal leadership community in impactful, educational, and non-promotional ways.
Spring Conference
Location: Digby Pines Golf Resort & Spa
Address: 103 Shore Road, Digby, NS B0V 1A0
Dates: June 11-12, 2026 (Pre-Conference Day - June 10, 2026)
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Accommodations
Digby Pines Golf Resort & Spa (Conference Venue)
103 Shore Road, Digby, NS B0V 1A0
SOLD OUT
Room Rates
| King/Queen Room | $199 |
| King Suite | $255 |
| 2-Bedroom Cottage | $295 |
| 3-Bedroom Cottage | $395 |
*Rates are subject to 14% HST, 3% Tourism Levy and $4 housekeeping gratuity per person, per day.
Online Reservations
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- Visit Digby Pines
- Click “BOOK NOW” in the top right corner
- Click “ROOM"
- Scroll down and click “Show Group Booking” on the bottom left
- Enter code 106162
Phone Reservations
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- Call 1800-667-4637
- Provide booking code 106162
Book by May 9, 2026, to receive the group rate
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy for Guestroom Reservations is 1 week before the guests’ date of arrival. The penalty for not cancelling before this time is a charge of the first night’s room and tax, charged in the form of payment that the reservation is guaranteed to.
During the Event, should a no-show occur, the hotel will contact the attendee before cancelling and releasing the guest room to verify if the delegate has been delayed and will arrive later or not attend. The no-show fee rate for 1 night + taxes will still apply and be charged to the delegate’s credit card on file.
Admiral Digby Inn & Cottages (3-Minute Drive to Conference Venue)
441 Shore Road, Digby, NS B0V 1A0
Please Note: Admiral Digby Inn & Cottages is currently CLOSED for the season, re-opening early May. Reservations can be made anytime through email.
Room Rates
| 2 Double Beds, Lower Level | $139 |
| Queen Bed, Sea View | $149 |
| 2 Queen Beds, Private Balcony | $199 |
*Rates are subject to 14% HST and 3% Tourism Levy.
Reservations
- Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Include: That you are part of the AMANS block, dates requested, room type, names of occupants and your phone number
You will be contacted by the hotel within a week of booking to confirm the reservation.
Book by May 15, 2026, to receive the group rate
Cancellation Policy
To avoid penalty, changes or cancellations for individual reservations must be made no later than 24 hours prior to the arrival date.
Fall Conference
Location: Delta Hotels Dartmouth
Address: 240 Brownlow Ave, Dartmouth, NS B3B 1X6
Dates: October 14-16, 2026 (Pre-Conference Day - October 13, 2026)
Delta Hotels Dartmouth (Conference Venue)
240 Brownlow Ave, Dartmouth, NS B3B 1X6
SOLD OUT
Room Rates
| King Bed Room | $209 |
| 2 Queen Bed Room | $209 |
*Rates are subject to 14% HST and 3% Tourism Levy.
Online Reservations
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- CLICK HERE book online under the AMANS group rate
Phone Reservations
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- Call (902) 468-8888
- Mention that you are an attendee of the AMANS Fall Conference
Book by September 13, 2026, to receive the group rate
Cancellation Policy
To avoid penalty, changes or cancellations for individual reservations must be made no later than 48 hours before the arrival date.
Holiday Inn Express (4-Minute Drive to Conference Venue)
335 John Savage Ave, Dartmouth, NS B3B 0L7
Room Rates
| King Bed Room | $189 |
| 2 Queen Bed Room | $189 |
*Rates are subject to 14% HST and 3% Tourism Levy.
Online Reservations
- CLICK HERE to book online under the AMANS group rate
Phone Reservations
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- Call (902) 431-1122
- Mention you are part of the AMANS Room Block
Book by September 12, 2026, to receive group rate
Cancellation Policy
Individual rooms within the group block must be cancelled by 11AM the day before arrival to avoid a charge of one night’s room and tax.
Sandman Signature Dartmouth Hotel & Suites (7-Minute Drive to Conference Venue)
973 Wilkinson Ave, Dartmouth, NS B3B 0M9
Room Rates
| King Bed room | $189 |
*Rates are subject to 14% HST, 3% Tourism Levy and $3 eco fee per night.
Online Reservations
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- Visit Sandman Hotels
- Click “BOOK NOW” in the top right corner
- Select check-in and check-out dates
- Click “Book Now” again
- Click “Add Code"
- Open the drop-down menu next to “Promo Code."
- Select “Web Group Code"
- Enter code AMANS26.
Phone Reservations
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- Call 1800-726-3626
- Provide booking code AMANS26
Book by September 12, 2026, to receive the group rate
Cancellation Policy
Changes or cancellations for individual reservations must reach the Reservations Department 48 hours before the arrival date to avoid a penalty charge of one nights’ room and tax.
2024 Fall Conference Hotel Information
AMANS 2024 Fall Conference
Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre
September 23-26, 2024
Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre
15 Lakelands Blvd, Beechville, NS B3S 1G4
Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre
2024 Fall Conference
Visit the Home Page of the 2024 Fall Conference for information about the conference or visit:
Hotel Reservations
Call 902-444-3700 and mention the Association of Municipal Administrators NS.
| Type of Room | Rate |
|---|---|
| Deluxe King | $259.99 |
| Deluxe 2 Beds | $259.99 |
| Corner 2 Queens | $329.99 |
| Premier Suite King | $429.99 |
| Prestige Suite w/Parlor Room | $575.99 |
| Studio Suite w/ 1 King Bed and 1 Queen bed | $509.99 |
*Rates are subject to 15% HST and 3% Tourism Levy. Non-commissionable rates.
Services and Amenities
- Complimentary served hot buffet breakfast on the 16th Floor
- Complimentary heated underground parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- State-of-the-art fitness centre
- Onsite Le Rouge Restaurant
- Indoor heated pool with hot tub
- Smart TVs
- HTH Lounge
- In-room Keurig coffee
- Microwave and refrigerator in all rooms
- In-room safe
- Free local calls
- Steam irons in all rooms
Check-in time: 3 PM
Check-out time: 12 NOON
Cancellation Deadline: August 8, 2024 - Rooms can be released without cancellation penalty.
Parking: Complimentary basement parking for all attendees, including those just attending the meeting.
Comfort Hotel Bayer's Lake
88 Chain Lake Dr, Halifax, NS B3S 1A2
Comfort Hotel Bayer's Lake
Hotel Reservations
Call 902-405-4555 and reference the Association of Municipal Administrators NS.
| Type of Room | Rate |
|---|---|
| Deluxe King | $199.99 |
| Deluxe 2 Queen Beds | $199.99 |
| Executive Suite | $259.99 |
| Premier Suite King | $309.99 |
*Rates are subject to 15% HST and a 3% Tourism Levy. Non-commissionable rates.
Services and Amenities
- Complimentary served hot buffet breakfast on the 16th Floor
- Complimentary onsite parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Fitness centre
- Indoor heated pool/ Sauna
- Smart TVs
- Microwave and refrigerator in all rooms
- In-room safe
- Free local calls
- Steam irons in all rooms
Check-in time: 3 PM
Check-out time: 12 NOON
Cancellation Deadline: August 8, 2024 - Rooms can be released without cancellation penalty.
AMANS Annual Partners
Gold Partners:
Founded in 2002, the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) is a not-for-profit organization tasked with the safe, long-term management of Canada’s intermediate- and high-level radioactive waste, in a manner that protects people and the environment for generations to come.
The NWMO has been guided for more than 20 years by a dedicated team of world-class scientists, engineers and Indigenous Knowledge Holders that are developing innovative and collaborative solutions for nuclear waste management.
Silver Partners
PSD Citywide is a leading provider of enterprise asset management, maintenance, financial, GIS and permitting advisory and software solutions. They deliver the only all-in-one solution in the market to support municipal governments, managing more than $350 billion in municipal assets across North America. With a multi-disciplinary advisory team of finance, engineering, and municipal practitioners, and a leading in-house software development group, PSD Citywide provides holistic solutions to deliver best-in-class service for their clients.
Bronze Partners
Kinetic GPO is a national cooperative purchasing organization established for Broader Public Sector, MASH (Municipalities, Academic institutions, School boards, and Health Authorities), and non-profit entities across Canada. Kinetic GPO was incorporated in 2017 in Ontario.
Our approach is simple: to improve the way your organization identifies, evaluates, and procures what they need at the best value.
Kinetic GPO operates with the specific purpose of reducing procurement cost by leveraging the purchasing power of group buying and saving our members time by simplifying steps to procure. Our Master Agreements are established through rigorous and transparent competitive solicitations conducted in accordance with public procurement guidelines to ensure our members stay in compliance.
Group Purchasing Organizations (GPO) are widely used in Canada especially in the medical health and education sectors. Kinetic GPO is advancing the purchasing power of entities across Canada by taking what has worked, expanding on those strategies and offering our portfolio to a full range of Public Sector and MASH entities. Your free membership provides full access to our portfolio of contracts with leading suppliers.
As one of Canada’s largest banks with a strong presence across the Americas, Scotiabank’s vision is to be our clients’ most trusted financial partner, to deliver sustainable, profitable growth and maximize total shareholder return.
Interested in becoming a partner/sponsor? Please contact Sam Pellerin, Administrative Support for more information.
Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities
Join us at the Association of Municipal Administrators, Nova Scotia (AMANS) annual spring conference, where over 100+ municipal administrators and partners gather for two days of enriching discussions, insightful speakers, and unparalleled networking opportunities.
Why Sponsor?
- Access to over 300+ municipal administrators from across Nova Scotia and representatives from the Nova Scotia Department of Municipal Affairs and Housing
- Network with municipal decision-makers who may be current or future clients
- Introduce new technology, products, programs, and services
- Impact our membership and the communities across Nova Scotia
Event Details
- Pre-conference Programming: Wednesday, May 22, 2024
- Official Conference: Thursday, May 23 – Friday, May 24, 2024
Location
Fox Harb'r Resort,
1337 Fox Harbour Rd,
Fox Harbour,
NS B0K 1Y0
Exhibitor Information - Secure Your Spot
Space is limited! Don't miss out on this opportunity to showcase your brand and connect with key decision-makers in Nova Scotia's municipal sector. pdf Conference Facility Map(326 KB)
Download the pdf Sponsorship Package(406 KB) for comprehensive details and submit your registration today using the Spring Conference Registration Form.
Contact
For inquiries and registration, please reach out to Rebecca Toole, Manager of Education and Professional Development Programs, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
