TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE
TRANSPORTATIONOECD International Conference, Vancouver Canada, 24-27 March 1996
TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE
TRANSPORTATION
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There is no registration fee for the conference. However, because
space is limited, you must pre-register for the conference. Acceptance
will be on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have already
pre-registered, you may do well, to be on the safe side, to reconfirm
your attendance now.
To pre-register, please request a registration form and fax the
response to the following address by February 2,1996:
If you have already pre-registered and no longer intend to participate,
please let us know as soon as possible--so that we can reallocate
your place--by completing and returning the registration form
with a mark in the cancellation box.
For more information:
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Presentations at the Conference will be in English or French.
Simultaneous interpretation of the two languages will be available.
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Conference Site and Lodging information:
"Towards Sustainable Transportation" will take place in the Waterfront Centre Hotel located on the shore of Vancouver harbour. The Waterfront Hotel is linked by an enclosed walkway to the VTCC where GLOBE 96 will be held. A block of rooms has been set aside in the Waterfront Hotel for GECO Conference delegates. Additional accommodation has also been reserved for OECD Conference delegates in seven hotels within walking distance of the Waterfront Centre Hotel. Discounts on room rates are available through our accommodation agent.
IMPORTANT: In order to take advantage of low conference rates, all hotel reservations should be handled through the Vancouver Housing Bureau. Please contact ENVIRONMENT CANADA'S CONFERENCE SECRETARIAT/ E-MAIL XXX@XXX to request a faxed Hotel Registration Form (don't forget to give include your fax number!). Your completed Hotel Registration Form should be faxed back directly to the VANCOUVER HOUSING BUREAU (not to the Conference Secretariat) at:
Vancouver Housing Bureau
Waterfront Centre Hotel
Vancouver's newest luxury hotel on the harbour features deluxe rooms, a west coast theme restaurant, private health club, and outside heated swimming pool. (Single/double C$150. Long stay--6 nights minimum: single/double C$140).
Pan Pacific Hotel
This deluxe hotel is situated atop the Alaska Cruise ship terminal and the VTCC. Features include: four restaurants and lounges, health club, squash and racquetball course, and outdoor heated swimming pool. (Single/double C$155. Long stay--6 nights minimum: single/double C$145).
Westin Bayshore
This luxury hotel, in a waterfront setting, offers 75 environmentally friendly rooms adjacent to Stanley Park. The hotel offers two lounges, whirlpool, massage, indoor and outdoor pools, health club, saunas, and marina. (Single/double C$125).
Hotel Vancouver
The Hotel Vancouver is a city landmark located in downtown Vancouver. The hotel features two restaurants, deluxe health club with indoor pool and jacuzzi, executive floor, and business centre. (Single/double C$ 126).
Delta Place
Delta Place Hotel is situated in the heart of the city, four blocks from the VTCC. Rich(y appointed rooms includes private bars, step out balconies, and marble bathrooms along with a health club, business centre, and superb Gates Restaurant. (Single C$ 115/double C$ 130).
Renaissance Vancouver Hotel - Harbourside
World-class accommodation overlooking Vancouver Harbour and Stanley Park. This hotel features: sauna, indoor pool, weight room and gift shop. (Single C$ 115/double C$ 135).
Hotel Georgia
The Hotel Georgia is located in the heart of downtown Vancouver. Facilities include rooms, the Cavalier Grill restaurant, two lounges and a pub, plus beauty salon and shops. Rates include a full Canadian breakfast. (Single/double C$89).
Days Inn
This moderate hotel offers superb value. Complimentary parking and inroom coffee service, restaurant, sports lounge, and guest laundry facilities. (Single C$74/double C$89).
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Absolute Travel is the official travel agency for GLOBE 96 and the OECD Conference. Special air fares have been negotiated for delegates. Absolute offers prompt confirmation by fax and free ticket delivery. Absolute will arrange pre- and post-conference tours.
Please e-mail Jacqueline or Kathryn at xxxxx@xxxxx or call/fax to:(top of " registration desk ")
Vancouver is blessed with a beautiful setting. This metropolis
of 1.7 million blends urban sophistication with nature's best.
It offers accessible multi- modal urban transportation facilities:
a rail system, seabuses, electric buses and conventional diesel
buses. If you are new to Vancouver, why don't you check out the
transit sytem schedules
before arriving? Interesting destinations include Canada's largest
city park, Stanley Park, Granville Island's indoor farmers' market,
and the Gastown area with its cobblestone streets and trendy shops.
For more information on Vancouver, go to Vancouver Freenet's Web Site.
The GLOBE 96/OECD Conference Tour Desk located in the lobby of
the Vancouver Trade & Convention Centre (VTCC) will provide
information on Vancouver and on organized tours throughout the
area. During March, Vancouver and surroundings offer exceptional
adventure, sporting, and cultural opportunities. Some of the best
skiing in the world can be enjoyed on Blackcomb and Whistler Mountains.
Vancouver Island offers a host of outdoor activities: fishing,
killer whale watching, hiking, and sea kayaking.
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Climate and Dress
Vancouver has the mildest climate in Canada with an average daily
high temperature of 10°C (50°F) in March. A light coat
or warm jacket may be required.
Customs/Entry
U.S.A. delegates should carry proof of citizenship. Delegates
from other countries must have a valid passport and may require
other documentation.
Taxes
A federal goods and services tax (GST) of 7% is added to all purchases,
as well as the 7% British Columbia sales tax. Tax refund forms
for the GST will be included in the participants' kits and will
be available at the registration counter during the Conference,
as well as at Canada Customs.
Tipping
A tip of 10% to 15% of the total before tax is normal for waiters
and taxi drivers. Bellboys receive $1 per suitcase; the hotel
doorman is tipped for hailing a taxi and other personal services.
Theatre ushers do not accept tips.
Electric power, telephone sockets
Standard North American wall sockets supply electric power at
110 volts (60Hz). Hotel rooms usually have standard North American
telephone jacks.
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