Venue and Accommodation

The conference will be taking place in the Bricker Academic Building (abbreviated as BA) located on the Waterloo Campus of Wilfrid Laurier University (see this map). The building is adjacent to the Science Research Centre.

Information regarding accommodation in Waterloo can be found in the Visitor Guide, available online. However, group reservations have been made with the following hotels to offer discounts to the conference participants. Participants should make, as soon as possible, their reservations directly with the hotel (either by phone or by email - the contact information is given below) by quoting the "AMMCS-2013 conference" in order to receive the special discounted price.

The cut-off date for the quoted below discounted prices is July 24, 2013. Waterloo, with nearby Kitchener and Cambridge, is an important North American hub of business, located in close proximity to Toronto and the Niagara Falls. Therefore, hotel accommodation is subject to request and limited availability. Reservations are made on the first-come, first-served basis and we highly recommend making your reservation as soon as possible:

• Comfort Inn (check hotels in Waterloo, ON): $109.99 for single/double occupancy, 1 or 2 Queen size beds, excluding taxes and breakfast, including wireless and parking. Contact: Tel. 1-519-7479400 Email: cn314@whg.com

• Destination Inn: $129 for single/double occupancy, 1 or 2 Queen size beds, and $149 for single/double occupancy (+$10 for each additional person per night) for suites (1 King size bed + Pull out, or, 2 Queen size beds + Pull out). All prices exclude taxes and include a continental breakfast, wireless and parking. This hotel located in front of the Conestoga Mall, is located near restaurants and theater: there is a shuttle for maximum 6 people to WLU, and is on the route of the public bus #7 which stops on King Street near the Science Building. Contact: Tel. 1-866-222-9175 Email: info@destinationinn.com

• Waterloo Inn: $139 for single/double occupancy, 1 or 2 Queen size beds, excluding taxes and breakfast, This hotel is located near restaurants: there is a there is a shuttle service to the University and is on the route of the public bus #7. Contact: Tel. 1-800-3614708 Email:schilder@waterlooinn.com

• The Waterloo Hotel: $150 for single/double occupancy, 1 or 2 Queen size beds, excluding taxes, including an $8 breakfast voucher, wireless and parking. This hotel is located downtown Waterloo, near restaurants, theaters, shops, and is on the route of the public bus #7 which stops on King Street near the Science Building. Contact: Tel. 1-877-8551890 Email: info@thewaterloohotel.ca

• Courtyard by Marriott: $139 for single/double occupancy, 1 or 2 Queen size beds, excluding taxes, All rooms are equipped with complimentary high-speed internet access. Contact: Tel. 50 Benjamin Rd. E. / Office: 519-884-1426 Toll Free Direct Reservations: 1-800-972-5371, Fax: 519-884-2532 Email: sales@stjacobscountryinn.com

• Kitchener-Waterloo Hotel & Conference Centre: (formally Delta Kitchener-Waterloo) is a short driving distance to Wilfrid Laurier, has over 100 local restaurants within walking distance, parking available on site, and the bus terminal is also a short walking distance. Being in the heart of downtown Kitchener we close too all this historic region has to offer. $115 plus taxes for single and double occupancy, and an additional $7 per person. this rate includes a continental breakfast per person. All guestrooms come with complimentary wifi, coffee & tea, and a fridge and microwave. Parking is available on site a discounted rate of $5 per vehicle per night. Phone: 519-744-4141, Fax: 519-744-1314, Reservations: 888-890-3222

• Holiday Inn Express: located in the heart of Southern Ontario and is steps to the St. Jacob's Farmer's Market, Antique Market, and Factory Outlet Mall. Our location is just over an hour west of Toronto and is only a short drive from the Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF). We proudly offer complimentary Express Start Breakfast featuring two hot items daily omelets with cheese or scrambled eggs, sausage or bacon, and biscuits. 14 Benjamin Road. Book online or call: 1 877 660 8550.

• For an economical alternative, participants may wish to stay at the University of Waterloo Conference Centre which is not far from Wilfrid Laurier University (see map of surrounding area). The student residences are comfortable and convenient. The nightly price includes a continental breakfast, parking, Internet and use of the recreational facilities. The two options include:

  To make a guest room reservation at the University of Waterloo Conference Centre, you can complete the reservation form either online or in PDF format and fax it at (519) 746-7599 or e-mail it at accombook@uwaterloo.ca.

  Once this reservation form is submitted please note that a deposit will be processed on your credit card. Single Room will be charged $50.00 and Double Room will be charged $70.00.

• For students participants: Limited accommodation is available at Wilfrid Laurier University from August 25-30th for student participants attending AMMCS. Just steps from conference sessions, accommodation includes private bedrooms with semi-private washrooms. Each air-conditioned bedroom includes a single bed, desk and closet unit. Common lounges are located on each floor. Guests may select the individual to share the semi-private washroom with or they will be placed beside an individual of the same gender. The rate is $45.00/night, plus 13% HST. For more information or to register for accommodation please contact conferences@wlu.ca or call 519-884-0710 x3958 or x2771.

Further details on Travel and Local Information can be found here.

Accessibility Statement: AMMCS-2013 is committed to creating an accessible environment for all.