SCUP–39, Hotel & Travel Information

The conference is over. Archives of conference proceedings will be made available in the coming weeks.

Our location for SCUP–39, the Sheraton Centre Toronto, is a dynamic hotel located in the heart of Toronto's lively theatre, business and entertainment districts. The hotel is directly connected to the underground PATH shopping complex, which features 1,200 upscale shops and services. Additional hotel features include 24-hour room service as well as 3 restaurants and 2 lounges. The hotel also boasts indoor and outdoor pools, as well as saunas, a hot tub, and Cybex and Lifefitness exercise equipment. The highlight of this elaborate facility is 2.5 acres of picturesque waterfall gardens and terraces.

Attendees should make lodging reservations directly with the Sheraton Centre. When calling, indicate you are attending the "SCUP conference" or "The Society for College and University Planning conference" to receive discounted rates. Rates listed do not include a Room Tax of 5 Percent Per Room Per Night, GST of 7 Percent Per Room Per Night (Refundable to Canadian visitors), and the DMF of 3 Percent Per Room Per Night. A valid credit card is required. One nights lodging will be billed to your credit card. Reservations may be cancelled until 6pm on the day of arrival without penalty. Check-in time is 3:00pm; checkout is 12:00 noon. Conference rates will be applicable three days prior to and after the meeting, subject to availability. The cutoff date for reservations is June 17, 2004, but we encourage you to make your reservations early to ensure availability, as space will fill quickly. Please don't overlook the preconference workshops on Saturday and Sunday, when planning your arrival!

Conference Hotel Rates:

$223 CAD standard single or double
(approximately $160 USD

$283 CAD suite
(approximately $205 USD)

$283 CAD single/double club level
(approximately $205 USD)

The Sheraton Centre is now sold out. The Hilton Toronto, located directly across the street from the Sheraton, is our backup hotel. The Hilton Toronto is honoring the SCUP rate from the Sheraton.

Please call 800.267.2281 or 416.869.3187 for reservations mentioning "the Society for College and University Planning."

Transportation

Please click on this link for important information and resources regarding travelling to Canada. Travel Tips

Planes
Toronto's airport is the Lester B. Pearson International Airport (code YYZ).

Trains
SCUP has partnered with Via Rail Canada to provide you with great travel deals. The following special fare is available July 13 - 25, 2004.
Restrictions: No stopovers allowed in VIA1 first class; one stopover allowed on trains 001 & 002; fare applies to a maximum of two passengers only.

35% discount off the full adult economy class, minimum fare $14 CAD
5% discount of the full adult VIA1 first class fare and sleeper class.

SCUP's Discount Code 10227

Reservations can be made by phone 888.842.7245, or online at http://viarail.com/. When making a reservation by phone, inform the agent that you are attending a conference and the discount code is 10227. When making a reservation online, it is recommended that you create a profile prior to making a reservation. A profile makes it easier for a Via Rail agent to help you with any questions.

Fast Ferry
The Spirit of Ontario is a deluxe five-story tall catamaran that will transport you across Lake Ontario from Rochester, NY to Toronto in only two hours and fifteen minutes (2:15). Walk on or drive on and enjoy their onboard restaurant, game room, movie theatre, and wireless internet access. Three departures a day from Rochester and Toronto. For more information, please visit spiritofontario.com.

Automobiles
Driving Directions
From the West
Also Toronto International Airport -
Take 427 South and follow signs for QEW (Queen Elizabeth Way). QEW turns into the Gardiner Expressway (eastbound). Follow along on Gardiner and watch on right for York St. Exit. Take York St. exit ramp slowly. Stay on left side of ramp and follow York Street until it ends at Queen Street. Turn right onto Queen and you will see motor entrance for hotel immediately on the right. Welcome!

From the U.S. and Niagara Region
Follow QEW (Queen Elizabeth Way) into Metro. QEW turns into the Gardiner Expressway. Follow Gardiner and watch on right for York St. exit. Take York St. exit slowly. Stay on left side of ramp and follow York Street until it ends at Queen Street. Turn right on to Queen and you will see motor entrance for hotel immediately on the right. Welcome!

From the East
Follow Highway 401 West to the Don Valley Parkway. Take DVP South all the way to the Richmond St. exit. Get into right lane of Richmond once at Bay Street - the hotel is on the right at the corner of Richmond and York Streets.

Parking
Parking is available 24 hours a day at the hotel for $28.00 CAD per evening. Daily parking is also available at the Toronto City Hall parking facility, located directly across the street. The parking entrances are off of Queen Street West, just after the Queen St. & York St. intersection. For your convenience, The Sheraton Centre features direct underground connection to the City Hall parking facility.

Car Rentals
SCUP Hertz Convention Number: 022R1071
SCUP has selected Hertz as the official car rental company for SCUP-39. Hertz sets their conference rates at the beginning of the calendar year, and those rates are guaranteed even if their published rates increase. At the time reservations are booked, the SCUP conference rates will automatically be compared to the current Hertz published rates to assure you will receive the best rental rate on that date. Because published rates fluctuate and may increase as the peak Canadian travel season approaches, advance reservations are recommended. Minimum rental age is 25 (exceptions apply). Be sure to reference the SCUP convention number, 022R1071 for SCUP-39. Group rates are based on roundtrip rentals. Meeting rates are guaranteed from one week prior through one week after the conference dates and are subject to car availability.

Reservations may be placed online at https://www.hertz.com/banner_com/bannerentry.jsp?target=quote&uniqueID=4829&ret_url=www.scup.org/annualconf/39/ or through the Hertz Meeting Sales Desk within the U.S. at 800.654.3001; from within Canada call 800.263.0600; or from within Toronto call 416.620.9620. In international locations, call your nearest Hertz reservation center or 405.749.4434.

Taxi's are available outside of arrivals in each airport terminal for approximately $45CAD

From Union Train Station -
Taxi - available outside of union station for approximately $6 CAD.
Walk - via the PATH system underground or a short 5 block walk above ground. A PATH underground map is available here. Above ground - turn west out of Union Station to York Street, head north on York four blocks to Richmond Street. The Sheraton is on the corner of York and Richmond.
Subway - Within Union Station terminal, take the subway two stops west to Osgoode Station, Walk east on Richmond Street to the Sheraton.

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