Conference and Hotel Registration

Online Conference registration is now closed!
HOWEVER, you can register on-site!

You can still register on-site by going to the Registration Desk in the St. Denis Centre at the University of Windsor. Only VISA credit card payment will be accepted.

A one-day registration fee is available at the cost of $300 plus GST.

>>see below for hotel reservations

Hotel Accommodation

There are two choices of accommodations that have been secured for the 2008 AI/GI/CRV/IS Conference.

UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR HOTEL
401 Sunset Avenue
Windsor, Ontario

Your bus stops at the University, two blocks from the River and it's scuptured gardens. The University has a variety of rooms to choose from at affordable rates, with full continental breakfast, laundry facilities, internet connectivity and lots of space. Single, Double, Triple/Quadruple Occupancy: A single private suite consisting of two separate bedrooms with one double bed in each room sharing a three piece washroom and kitchenette.

Single occupancy $81.00 per suite plus taxes
Double occupancy $91.00 per suite plus taxes
Triple/Quad occupancy $101.00 per suite plus taxes
Parking $5.00 per day

>> On-line reservations not available as of May 23, 2008

HOLIDAY INN SELECT - AMBASSADOR BRIDGE
1855 Huron Church Road
Windsor, Ontario
800-465-4329 or 519-966-1200 (direct)

Conveniently located at the foot of the Ambassador Bridge by the University of Windsor, the Holiday Inn Select Ambassador Bridge Hotel will provide all of the extras that help make your stay special, including over sized guest rooms, Celestial Sleep beds, free parking, free high-speed wireless Internet, fitness facility, and business zone.

King, 2 Queens, or 1 Queen accommodations are all $114.00 per night plus taxes
Ask for Group Block "UOW".

Off campus accomodation with free shuttle service (twice daily in the morning and twice daily in the afternoon) to the conference.

>> On-line reservations

More Information...

Conference Fee Includes:
All registrants have access to all sessions and exhibits and to the free services offered at the conference (refreshments, etc.).

One copy of the Conference Program providing the program for all four tracks: AI 2008, GI 2008, CRV 2008 and IS 2008.
One copy of the conference proceedings to which the registrant has registered - that is only one of proceedings for AI 2008, GI 2008, or CRV 2008. Copies of the other proceedings can be purchased. Registrants of IS 2008 will receive one copy of the Technology Showcase Guide with includes IS Poster Abstracts and Precarn Project Abstracts.
Access to all four (4) conference tracks and SmartLinkages 2008
Welcome Reception (evening - May 27th)
Coffee/tea at breaks (AM & PM, May 28, 29 & 30)
One Awards Banquet ticket (evening - May 29th) - extra tickets are available for $75

Student Member Identification:
The name and email of the supervisor must be provided for the student registration. Otherwise, the REGULAR FEE will be charged. The Student fee includes the proceedings for which they are registered and a ticket to the Awards Banquet.

Lunch:
Lunch is not provided by the conference.

Badges:
Badges will be required for access to all sessions, workshops and social events.

Laboratory Tours
There will be a number of laboratories both at the University of Windsor and local industry labs that will be scheduled during the course of the Conference. Details will be announced shortly. Attendance will be limited. Interested conference attendees will be required to register during onsite registration to secure a spot on the tour.

Special Requirements:
During the registration process please inform us of any dietary, accessibility, or other special requirements you may have. To the extent possible by the venue, the conference is determined to accommodate your needs.

Refund Policy:
A refund for registration fees less a 25% administration fee will be made to any registered participant who cancels his or her registration by April 30, 2008. No refund will be made if cancellation requests are received after April 30, 2008. Substitutions from the same organization will be accepted if submitted in writing up to and including May 19, 2008.

Travel Visa:
A visa is required for the residents of a few countries. Please consult the Canadian Embassy or Consulate in your country. You can reach the Government of Canada website >>here

Weather in Windsor:
The end of May is a beautiful late Spring month; the average temperature being around 15 degrees Celsius (60 degrees Fahrenheit). As the weather can be variable, it is recommended that you bring a pullover and a raincoat.

Insurance:
The Organizing Committee cannot accept responsibility for accidents or injury to participants and accompanying persons or damage to items accompanying them, which may occur during or arising from the AI/GI/CRV/IS 2008. Participants should therefore take the steps they consider appropriate regarding insurance.

Additional Fees:
Additional Banquet Tickets $75
Additional Copies of the Conference Proceedings $100
AI Graduate Student Symposium, May 27th $30