14th Annual CMAOntario
Festival & Awards
14th Annual CMAOntario Festival & Awards
The 14th Annual CMAOntario Festival & Awards are coming to Port Credit, and tickets are on sale now for our members.
We’re bringing a full weekend of country music to the Port from May 29–31, 2026, featuring Songs & Stories, The Trail, TuneUp Conference, Bonfire, and closing it all out with the CMAOntario Awards Show.
Hosted by award-winning artist Jason Blaine & Country Nights’ Sam McDaid.
Our host hotel is the Waterside Inn, located on the shores of Lake Ontario and the banks of the Credit River, in Port Credit.
General Facility Accessibility
- Entrances: The arena features a wheelchair-accessible main entrance.
- Elevator: An elevator was installed during the redevelopment to connect the upper and lower levels of the building.
- Restrooms: The facility includes modern, wheelchair-accessible public washrooms located in the lobby areas
Parking and Transit
- On-site Parking: The arena has a spacious parking lot with designated wheelchair-accessible parking spaces.
- Nearby Public Transit: The arena is a short walking distance from the Port Credit GO Station, which also offers accessibility features such as upgraded elevators, tactile safety tiles on platforms, and accessible ramps
Upper Level Accessibility Features
- Elevator Access: An elevator is available to transport patrons between the ground level and the upper concourse/lobby area.
- Accessible Washrooms: The upper lobby features modern, wheelchair-accessible washroom facilities.
- Viewing Areas: The arena includes a heated viewing area and standing room along the walkway behind the seating, which is typically used to accommodate spectators with mobility devices.
All main entrances to the building are on flat terrain or equipped with ramps to ensure barrier-free access from the parking lot and adjacent Memorial
Schedule at a Glance
Click on any event name to see more details and purchase tickets.
The Waterside Inn 15 Stavebank Road South, Mississauga, ON, L5G 2T2 | 905 891-7770
Style & Comfort
Located on the shores of Lake Ontario and the banks of the Credit River, the 95-suite boutique Waterside Inn Hotel and Conference Centre is just 30 minutes from Toronto, yet a world away from the hustle and bustle of a busy city. Ideal for the business road warrior, who just needs a few nights a month, this hotel is also the perfect home away from home for long term rentals with fully furnished one and two bedroom apartment-suites that have all the amenities, and an abundance of restaurants and cafés within walking distance.
Parking
Parking is available across the street from the hotel on Port Street for $14.00 + Tax per car per night.
Underground Parking based on availability for $25.00 + Tax per car per night.
Pet Policy
The Waterside Inn welcomes well-behaved dogs and cats weighing up to 25 lbs., with a maximum of two pets per guest room. Pets must be crated when left unattended in the room and remain leashed in all public areas of the property.
A pet fee of $25.00 per pet, per night applies. Guests are responsible for any damage or excessive cleaning resulting from their pets
Accessibility Standards for Customer Service
For information on the Waterside Inn’s accessibility standards, please visit their website.
Residence Suites
One Bedroom – 500 Square Feet
One Bedroom Suites feature a living/dining room and kitchen, a separate bedroom with 1 queen bed, and some include a pullout couch in the living area.
Two Bedroom – 900 Square Feet
Two Bedroom Suites feature a living/dining room and kitchen space with two separate bedrooms- one bedroom with 1 queen bed and the second bedroom with a double bed. Some Two Bedroom Suites feature a pullout couch in the living area.