The 2018 Annual Joint Conference will take place at the Ontario Legislative Building located in Toronto, from August 15th – 17th, 2018.

Conference Registration

Please register online via the “Conference Registration” tab. Here you will find an electronic form where we request basic information as well as the number of guests you will be bringing. The registration deadline is July 10th, 2018.

Conference Website

Please continue to visit the conference website for updates, including program information and links to conference documents.

The website address is: https://apcc-alcc2018.ola.org

Arrivals

The official arrival day is Wednesday, August 15th, 2018.  A conference registration desk will be in operation at the Meet-and-Greet on Wednesday evening, and also before the start of business on Thursday morning.

The Greater Toronto area is served by two airports – one on the city’s outskirts and one downtown, as follows:

Transportation Options

You are responsible for your own transportation to and from your point of arrival.

For Toronto Pearson International Airport:

  • Taxis and airline limos are available just outside the terminals.
  • The Union Pearson Express, a rail link connecting travelers from Toronto Pearson to Union Station in 25 minutes, is located in Terminal 1, directly adjacent to the Link Train service connecting Terminals 1 and 3. The Pearson Station service counter is in the International Arrivals hall of Terminal 1. Tickets can be purchased online at https://www.upexpress.com/ or at the ticket vending machines at the airport. Once you arrive at Union Station, taxis are available along Front Street to transport you to the hotel.

For Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport: 

  • Taxis are available just outside the terminal.

Accommodation

The conference hotel is the Marriott Downtown Toronto Eaton Centre located at 525 Bay Street, Toronto.  Participants should make their reservations directly with the hotel by telephone at 1-800-905-0667 or through the hotel’s conference website link.  Please reference the name “APCC-ALCC” to receive the group rate of $249 (single occupancy) or $269 (double occupancy) per room, per night, plus applicable taxes and fees (high speed Wi-Fi included). For those delegates wishing to extend their stay, room rates will be available three days before and three days after the conference dates.

The deadline for hotel reservations is July 10, 2018 to ensure the group rate pricing and availability.  Delegates are responsible for the cost of their room, taxes and incidental costs.

Business Sessions

Business sessions will take place at the Ontario Legislative Building, Queen’s Park.  Travel time from the hotel to the Legislative Building is approximately 20 minutes on foot.

Identification

Delegates and guests must wear their conference identification in the Legislative Building and at all events.

Gift Shop

The Legislative Assembly Gift Shop, located in the Legislative Building, offers a wide selection of unique gifts, souvenirs and exclusive items reflecting the heritage and culture of Ontario. The gift shop is open Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Show your conference ID and receive a 20% discount on all purchases.

Parking

Parking is available at the hotel at an overnight rate of $36 (plus HST) for self parking per day, and $50 (plus HST) for valet parking per day. Both options offer unlimited “in and out” privileges.

Toronto Weather

August in Toronto can be hot and humid with temperatures ranging from 21°C to 35°C (70°F to 95°F), but bring a light jacket or sweater for evenings.