Venue
Ryerson University
The conference will be held at the Engineering Building of Ryerson University (www.ryerson.ca/map) which is located at 245 Church Street, Toronto, Canada.
Conference banquet will be held at Delta Chelsea at downtown Toronto, which is in walking distance from Ryerson University. Details will be posted soon.
Hotel Discounts
Pantages Hotel:
https://www.pantageshotel.com/
Bond Place Hotel:
To get the group rate ( 269 excl. taxes and/or applicable fees), individuals shall call the hotel directly at 416-362-6061 and advise reservations agent of group rate IEEE Canada International Humanitarian Technology Conference (IHTC 2017).
Welcome to Toronto
A warm welcome to all those participating the 2017 IEEE Canada International Humanitarian Technology Conference (IHTC) in Toronto.
Toronto is one of the most accessible cities in North America. We are only a one hour drive away for about five million Canadians and within a 90-minute flight for 60 per cent of the U.S. population.
Once you arrive in Toronto, the city is easy to navigate with a strong grid street layout, one of the most extensive public transit systems in North America and a large number of attractions concentrated in a walkable downtown.
Getting Around
Once you arrive in Toronto, the city is easy to navigate with a strong grid street layout, one of the most extensive public transit systems in North America and a large number of attractions concentrated in a walkable downtown.
Public Transit
There are a number of transit agencies serving the communities around Toronto including GO Transit connecting the city with surrounding communities and the TTC (Toronto Transit Commission) serving Toronto proper. The TTC uses a single fare system. To change between the different modes of transportation or routes a transfer is sometimes required from either your driver or from a machine in a subway station. The TTC will accept cash but offers discounted tokens, day, week and monthly passes. The day passes being particularly popular for visitors.
Taxi
Taxi service in Toronto is easy to find and there are many taxi companies to choose from. Fares are standard, metered and non-negotiable. For more information on how to hail a taxi and other information you can visit Tourism Toronto’s website. Tourism Toronto’s website.
Cycling
Whether you arrived by bicycle, are renting one in Toronto or using our bike share system Bike Share Toronto, there are many resources to explore Toronto by bike including a city-wide Cycling map.
Walking
Toronto is an accessible, walkable city that is easy to navigate. Toronto is laid out in a north-south, east-west grid with Lake Ontario at the south. For street maps look for an Info pillar on the street with an “I” and 15 minute walking map or vicinity maps in the subway stations.
There are a number of Toronto maps available including a Visitor map available in most hotels and Tourism Toronto Visitor Guide is available at sites such as the Toronto Information Desk located at 20 Dundas Street West inside the Ontario Travel Information Centre. There are also a number of Toronto apps rich in information on things to do and how to get around.
Stepping off the street, Toronto’s Underground PATH is an over 28 kilometers covered trail of shopping, entertainment and other services linking the downtown while Parks and Trails link all corners of the city.
For a free walking orientation of Toronto please sign up for a free guided neighbourhood walk with Toronto Greeters or join a Toronto tour!
WestJet Travel Discounts
Book by: July 29, 2017
Travel from: July 13, 2017 to July 29, 2017
| Coupon code:
(web coupon no.) |
CTHQDGC |
| *For Travel Agent Web use only
Promo code: |
YYZ03 |
Note from WestJet:
On behalf of our team, we would like to thank you for choosing WestJet for your travel plans. We are happy to confirm that for the upcoming International Humanitarian Technology Conference 2017, we are able to offer 10% off Econo and 15% off Plus fares* for travel between Toronto/Hamilton and anywhere WestJet flies in North America. To take advantage of this offer, you will need the discount codes listed above. Please use both the coupon and promo code when booking with a travel agent. For details on how to complete a booking with these discount codes, please visit westjet.com/convention-discoun
ViaRail Travel Discounts
| VALID: | July 18th 2017 to July 24th 2017 |
| TERRITORY: | From all stations throughout the VIA system to Toronto, Ontario and return. |
| RESTRICTIONS: | Fare applies to a maximum of two passengers per booking.
One complimentary stopover is allowed at no additional charge. For travel on all fare plans in Business class, the first stopover is allowed at no additional charge, provided that this stopover takes place in Toronto, Montréal or Ottawa only. |
| DISCOUNT: | 10% off the best available fare in Economy, Economy Plus, Business, Business Plus, Sleeper class. “Subject to the conditions and restrictions of the fare plan to which the additional discount is being applied.” |
| EXCEPTION: | Discount does not apply in any Escape fares and Prestige Class. |
| IDENTIFICATION: | Participants must reference the event’s VIA convention discount code: 13515. |
| Online booking tips >> You have to log in to your profile, or create one prior to booking. On the Passenger information screen, select “Convention fare” from the “Discount Type” drop-down menu, and enter the discount code [13515] for your convention or event in the “Discount code” field. This code has been given to you by the conference organizer. The conference fare will be shown on the next page. |
UP Express Travel Discounts
UP Express (Train from Airport to City):
Union Pearson Express (UP Express) connects Canada’s two busiest transportation hubs: Toronto Pearson International Airport and Union Station in downtown Toronto. UP Express trains depart every 15 minutes and the journey takes just 25 minutes. First train departs Pearson Station at 05:27 and last train at 00:57. The UP Pearson Station is located right beside the blue Link Train at Terminal 1, connecting travellers to Terminal 3. For more information, visit www.upexpress.com
Group Rate for IHTC 2017:
UP Express tickets may be purchased from an UP Express Guest Services Representative at UP Pearson Station at time of travel for only $9.00 CDN (credit card only) for a one-way adult fare when you show confirmation of conference registration (print or digital). Your ticket to return to Pearson Airport can be purchased at UP Express Union Station at time of travel (registration confirmation required). Alternatively, you can purchase tickets in advance online or using the UP Mobile App (regular rates apply).