OTTAWA 2025
The next AETC conference will be Tuesday June 10th to Thursday June 12th in Ottawa at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier.
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Registration
Registration is required for the conference and events. Early bird rates are available until April 30th, with event rates varying from free to $125 (early bird rate). Payment is required to secure your spot. Download the registration form to view 2025 rates and payment options.
Schedule
The conference is a great opportunity to connect with fellow technologists across Canada, enjoy keynote speaker presentations from industry leaders, and participate in continuing education seminars.
The AETC Conference is proudly held in conjunction with the Canadian Neurological Science Foundation (CNSF).
The CNSF will be hosting their 2025 Congress in Ottawa June 9th to June 12th. Visit their website to learn more!
Bursaries
Please don't forget to apply for the available bursaries as these are a great opportunity to offset the expenses related to the conference.
Do you have an intriguing topic or case study that you would like to share with your fellow members? Consider presenting! The bursary is a great incentive, but we would love to hear what knowledge you can share with us.
An educated technologist is the foundation of a good lab, and the educational seminars offered at the conference are one of the best ways to improve your knowledge and skills, which can be brought back to your lab and shared with others.
We have 5 bursary opportunities available. Application deadlines are April 1st and April 15th, depending on the bursary type.
Download the application form to see the various bursaries and submit your application!
Travel
Accomodations
AETC members can enjoy a special rate at the historic Château Laurier during the conference.
When booking with the Château Laurier, use code CNSF0625 online, or ask for the CNSF discount when booking over the phone.
Stay at an epic castle of unmatched splendor in the heart of Canada's capital. Discover history, culture, and local flavors at Ottawa's Fairmont Château Laurier. Located in the downtown core, poised between ByWard Market and the Rideau Canal locks, Fairmont Château Laurier is Ottawa's grand icon: a soaring historic château playing host to political leaders, film stars, and royalty for over a century.
Travel
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Airport Information: The closest international airport to Fairmont Château Laurier is Ottawa MacDonald-Cartier Airport (YOW) 15 kilometers (9 miles) from Fairmont Château Laurier. Travel time by car is approximately 20 minutes.
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Driving directions from the Ottawa Airport: Follow the Airport Parkway which becomes Bronson Avenue. Turn right onto Colonel By Drive at the Rideau Canal. Follow Colonel By Drive to Rideau Street. Turn left onto Rideau Street. Fairmont Château Laurier is immediately on the right.
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Valet Parking: Daily Rate: $60 CAD*/day, including tax, with in/out privileges. Valet parking is available for overnight guests only. Self-parking for restaurant and day guests is available within a short distance from the hotel. View map and directions here. *Rates are subject to change without notice.
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Train: the Ottawa Via Rail Station is located three miles (6 km) from the hotel. Taxi service from the station to the hotel is approximately $20 CAD one way. For more information, please visit the Via Rail website at www.viarail.ca or contact our Concierge.
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There is no shuttle service from the airport.
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Taxi & Limousine Service can be arranged through hotels Concierge. Limousine rates start at approximately $95 CAD per hour. Taxis are available at the entrance of the hotel.
Taxi Rate to airport: approximately $38 CAD one way.
Taxi Rate to train station: approximately $20 CAD one way.
Please keep in mind rates may vary based on traffic.