Become a Member

Event Atlantic membership connects organizations across Atlantic Canada through industry leadership, professional development, advocacy, and collaboration. Our members are part of a region-wide network shaping the future of events and event tourism. Interested in becoming a member? You’re in the right place. More membership information and our member registration form are included below.

Our Members Include:

Nonprofits, event festivals, academic institutions, consultants, DMO’s, Municipalities, event properties, event tourism organizations, government partners, sport organizations, students, venues, and many others across Atlantic Canada.

Benefits of the Membership:

Event Atlantic members gain access to a growing collection of tools, connections, and opportunities that support their work year-round.

Members receive:

Industry Connection & Visibility: Networking, directory inclusion,and regional collaboration across all four Atlantic provinces
Professional Development & Education: Webinars, best practice sessions, Annual Summit access
Advocacy & Sector Leadership: Representation, working committees, shared regional voice
Resources & Funding Support: Grant database, tools, shared knowledge

Additional Benefits Include:

Summit registration discounts
Voting privileges at the Annual General Meeting
Access to Event Atlantic professional development webinars
Access to Event Atlantic Best Practice Missions
Hosting opportunities for the annual Summit
Access and subscription to our newsletter The Current, with opportunities to share your successes and best practices with the region
Opportunities to join a Working Committee and help shape regional initiatives
Increased visibility through our member directory and social media features
Subscription to ADRENALIN magazine
Eligibility for nominations for the annual Event Atlantic Excellence Awards
Access to a members-only portal with best practice resources

New for 2026:

As we move into our 2025 to 2028 strategic plan, we are refreshing our membership program to make sure it reflects our values and supports the real needs of our community. All current benefits remain, and we are continuing to grow the program with new tools, resources, and opportunities that help members succeed in the event and tourism sector:

An online member network to share events, ask questions, and exchange resources
A comprehensive grant funding database launching in Q1 2026
A more collaborative space with opportunities to work with other members on regional initiatives and projects
Education sessions focused on what is relevant in the events and tourism landscape

Membership Investment:

$99.00 +hst

For small nonprofits & grassroots groups, Volunteer-led organizations, small community groups, events with budgets under 100,000, and municipalities with a population under 10,000.

$149.00 +hst

For mid sized municipalities
Municipalities with populations between 10,001 and 50,000.

$199.00 +hst

For mid sized events
Events with annual budgets between 100,000 and 500,000.

$249.00 +hst

For large nonprofits, industry partners, large events, and larger municipalities
DMOs, tourism organizations, event companies, vendors, consultants, hotels, universities, crown corps, venues, events with budgets over 500,000, municipalities with population above 50,001, and organizations that don’t fit elsewhere.

$25.00 +hst

Anyone currently enrolled in post secondary studies.

Why Membership Matters

The strength of Atlantic Canada’s event industry is rooted in connection.

Event Atlantic membership is more than access to events. It’s a commitment to strengthening the event and event tourism sector across Atlantic Canada, together.

As a member, your organization becomes part of a region-wide network of industry leaders, municipalities, and non-profits working collaboratively to build capacity, share knowledge, and elevate Atlantic Canada as a destination for events. Membership provides year-round opportunities to connect, learn, and contribute to the collective success of the sector.

Joining Event Atlantic means your organization has a seat at the table, shaping conversations, initiatives, and opportunities that support long-term growth and impact across all four provinces.

Apply for Membership

Most organizations complete this form in just a few minutes!

Organization(Required)

Please include a BRIEF description of your organization(Required)

*Description should be no more then 45 words*

First Member

Name - First Member (Main Contact)(Required)

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Add additional member(s) from your organization?(Required)

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Second Member

Name

Phone

Email

Include the details for any other additional members you would like included from your team/organization

Subscription to ADRENALIN?

Yes, please sign me up!

No thanks, maybe later

Event Atlantic is pleased to provide a free subscription to ADRENALIN, Canada’s leading publication dedicated to the business of sport events. Your complimentary subscription will include two issues per year, plus access to digital resources through adrenalinmag.ca! **Please note, by selecting ‘Yes’ you grant permission to Event Atlantic to share your contact information with ADRENALIN to confirm your subscription. *

Payment

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HST (15%)

Price: $ 0.00 CAD

Total

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Once your membership is submitted, our team will follow up with next steps and onboarding information.

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