Travel and Tourism

Discounted fares on VIA Rail

Discounted fares have been arranged on VIA Rail for delegates traveling to Montréal.

10% OFF THE BEST AVAILABLE FARE IN COACH, VIA-1, OR SLEEPER. Restrictions: Fare applies to maximum of two passengers per purchase.

To receive the discount, quote promo number #11005. Fares are valid from 19 to 24 June 2007.

For schedule and fare information, call (888) 842-7245 or visit the VIA Rail website.

New security measures

For a detailed list of items prohibited in carry-on baggage by Transport Canada (e.g. liquids, gels, etc.) please refer to the Canadian Air Transport Security Authority web site: Permitted and Non-Permitted Items .

Canada's policy on prohibited items may vary from that of other countries. If you are departing from other countries, please consult the following web sites for restrictions:

• To/from United States: Transportation Security Administration Permitted and Prohibited Items
• To/from United Kingdom: BAA

These lists are not comprehensive; customers are urged to check with their local airport operators before traveling.

New travel document requirements Canada-US

New document requirements for air travel between Canada and the United States are expected to become effective 8 January 2007. All passengers including Canadian and US citizens will be required to present a valid passport when traveling by air between Canada and the United States.

We strongly recommend that delegates who do not hold valid passports apply for new passports well in advance of travel dates.

This new regulation is a change from prior requirements. Effective 8 January 2007, subject to US government approval, driver licences and other government-issued photo identification will no longer be accepted as valid travel documentation for Canadian and US citizens traveling by air between Canada and the United States. NEXUS air cards will be accepted by US authorities when traveling by air from Vancouver International Airport to the United States.

Additional information on Canada-U.S. border regulations is available from the Canada Border Services Agency. Information on Canadian passport applications is available from Passport Canada.

Passport information for US travelers: Get a Passport Now

Tourism

• Tourism Montréal
• Canadian Tourism Commission
• Mapquest
  • Home page
  • Finding places
  • Maps
  • Driving directions

Airlines

• Air Canada
• CanJet
• WestJet

Booking your trip

• Expedia
• Orbitz
• Travel Cuts (student travel)
• Canada Customs (Canada Border Services Agency)

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