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RECEPTION AND PRE-CONFERENCE LOCATIONS 1 GENERAL RESOURCES 1 ARRIVING FROM PEARSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 2 ARRIVING FROM BILLY BISHOP TORONTO CITY AIRPORT 4 USING PUBLIC TRANSIT: THE TTC 6 GETTING FROM THE HOTEL TO THE LIBRARY 6 GETTING FROM THE LIBRARY TO THE HOTEL 9 GETTING FROM THE HOTEL TO THE MULTI-FAITH CENTRE 9 GETTING FROM THE MULTI-FAITH CENTRE TO THE HOTEL 11 GETTING FROM THE MULTI-FAITH CENTRE TO THE LIBRARY 12 MAPS 12 RECEPTION AND PRE-CONFERENCE LOCATIONS LIBRARY: Reception, library Tour, NCC Workshop MULTI-FAITH CENTRE: Pre-Conference Meetings (CTP, ERMB, OCLC CJK User Goup) GENERAL RESOURCES Apps to enhance your visit in Toronto: http://www.seetorontonow.com/mobile-app/ Visitor Information Services: www.toronto.ca Information on Toronto public transit: https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Travel-g155019-s303/Toronto:Ontario:Public.Transportation.html 1 ARRIVING FROM PEARSON INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is Toronto’s main international airport as well as the busiest airport in Canada. It’s located on the west side of the city and has easy links to downtown Toronto through a dedicated air-rail link as well as public transit. Option 1: Union Pearson Express (UP Express) Union Pearson Express is a dedicated air-rail link that speeds travelers from Toronto Pearson International Airport to the downtown of Toronto. The travel time from Pearson to downtown Toronto (Union Station) is about 25 minutes How to find the Union Pearson Express Stations: https://www.upexpress.com/public/UPExpress_Directions.pdf UP Express daily schedule: https://www.upexpress.com/SchedulesStations/UnionStationMiniSchedule ● Trains run every 15 minutes, starting from about 5:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. UP Express fares: https://www.upexpress.com/Tickets/Tickets ● Fares are calculated by distance. From Pearson to Union Station (closest stop to the Sheraton Central Toronto) are $12.00 one way or $24.00 return. UP Express tickets can be purchased at ● Ticket vending machines ● Via the UP Express free mobile app (https://www.upexpress.com/CustomerSupport/MobileApp) ● Online (https://www.upexpress.com/Tickets/BuyTickets). If you purchase tickets online, you will be emailed an e-ticket. You can print this and present it on board the train or simply display it on your mobile device or tablet. You can also buy a PRESTO card from a service counter in any UP Express stations, which can also be used on select TTC routes, GO Transit, and nine other transit agencies in the Greater Toronto. For more information on PRESTO cards: https://www.upexpress.com/Tickets/UpPrestoPDF How to get to the Sheraton Central Toronto Hotel from Pearson Airport You will need to purchase a second fare to get from Union Station to the Sheraton Central Hotel. Please see Using Public Transit: The TTC for more information. 1. Take UP Express from Pearson to Union Station 2. Walk to the TTC subway station, also located in Union Station 3. Take University-Spadina line north to Osgoode Station (Google Maps) 2 4. Walk about 2 minutes on Queen St W toward Bay St, the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel will be on your right. Note: This subway line is U-shaped. It is possible to go north up the Yonge side or north of up the University-Spadina side, so please make sure you are on University-Spadina. Option 2: 192 Airport Rocket (Airport Bus) The 192 Airport Rocket route provides all-day accessible express bus service between Kipling Station on Line 2 Bloor-Danforth and Pearson International Airport. Travel time: Approximately 20 to 25 minutes. Service operates from approximately 5:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. Monday through Saturday, and from approximately 8:15 a.m. to 2:15 a.m. on Sunday. Schedule: https://www.ttc.ca/Schedule/schedule.jsp?Route=192S&Stop=Pearson_Airport_Terminal_3_% 28Arrivals_Level_Columns_C8-C12%29 Locations: ● Terminal 1, Ground Level, second curb, Column R4. ● Terminal 3, Arrivals Level, third curb, Column C12. Fares: $3.25/ticket for adults. More details: https://www.ttc.ca/Fares_and_passes/Prices/index.jsp You can purchase single fare tickets at Toronto Pearson International Airport. There are two TTC ticket vending machines in Terminal 1, located at the Public Transit area of the Ground Transportation Level, just inside from where the TTC buses stop (curbside, at column "R"). In Terminal 3, you can purchase single fare tickets at the Currency Exchange counter located on the arrivals level. Ask the Driver for a transfer if you are planning to continue your trip on another connecting TTC route. How to get to the Sheraton Central Toronto Hotel from Kipling Station 1. Take the 192 Airport Rocket (route information) south from Pearson Airport to Kipling Station 2. Go eastbound on Bloor-Danforth subway line to St. George subway station 3. Change subway line. Go southbound on University-Spadina line to Osgoode Station (Google Maps) 4. Walk about 2 minutes on Queen St W toward Bay St, the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel will be on your right. 3 Option 3: Taxis and Limousines Follow signs to the taxi queue where licensed drivers will pick you up. Credit cards are generally accepted, debit cards less so, but always best to check with the driver in advance. Typically, you tip the driver 10-20%, usually 15%. Airport licensed taxis and limos offer flat rates ($58 Limousine, $53 Taxi) For more information: https://www.torontopearson.com/en/toandfrom/taxilimo/# Option 4: Car Rentals Toronto Pearson offers convenient on-site car rental service from six well-known car rental agencies. You’ll find car rental counters for Avis, Budget, Dollar/Thrifty, Enterprise, Hertz and National/Alamo on Level 1 of the Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 parking garages. For more information: https://torontopearson.com/en/toandfrom/carrentals/# ARRIVING FROM BILLY BISHOP TORONTO CITY AIRPORT Located on Toronto Island at the southwest end of Toronto’s downtown core, Billy Bishop Airport (YTZ) is a popular alternative to Pearson International Airport. Step 1: Leaving the Terminal Option 1: The Pedestrian Tunnel Billy Bishop Airport opened a pedestrian tunnel that connects Toronto’s mainland to the airport. From the airport check-out area, the tunnel spans 853-feet and takes under six minutes to complete the journey to the mainland. Access to the pedestrian tunnel is free: https://www.portstoronto.com/airport/passenger-information/to-from/take-the-pedestrian-tu nnel.aspx Option 2: Take the Ferry The ferry ride to and from Billy Bishop Airport is one of the shortest in the world at just 121 metres. The 90-second trip will have you where you need to be in no time and if you’re standing on the pedestrian deck you can enjoy a unique view of downtown Toronto. The ferry departs from the foot of Bathurst Street (view map). It is free for pedestrians and $11 for vehicles (return trip). There’s a ferry approximately every 15 minutes. 4 The first ferry to the airport leaves the ferry terminal at 5:15 a.m. ET and the last ferry from the airport to the mainland departs at about 12:07 a.m. ET. See Ferry schedule. Step 2: How to get to the Sheraton Central Toronto Hotel Option 1. Take the TTC (route map) 1. Walk to Queens Quay West bus stop at Bathurst St East Side 2. Take 509 Harbourfront (Route Information) to Union station. 3. Northbound on University-Spadina line to Osgoode Station 4. Walk about 3 minutes on Queen St W toward Bay St, the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel will be on your right. Note: This subway line is U-shaped. It is possible to go north up the Yonge side or north of up the University-Spadina side, so please make sure you are on University-Spadina. Option 2: Airport Shuttle Bus 1. After exiting the tunnel/ferry, leave the terminal and take the shuttle to Royal York Hotel (across the street from Union Station) (view map) 2. Cross the street to Union Station 3. Go northbound on University-Spadina line to Osgoode Station (Google Maps) 4. Walk about 2 minutes on Queen St W toward Bay St, the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel will be on your right. Note: This subway line is U-shaped. It is possible to go north up the Yonge side or north of up the University-Spadina side, so please make sure you are on University-Spadina. This is a free regular shuttle service (approximately every 15 minutes) to and from the airport is available on weekdays, weekends and holidays, with enhanced non-stop shuttle service during peak hours. Option 3: Taxis Taxis are located at the taxi stand on the mainland, just outside the ferry terminal. Option 4: Car Rentals Rent a car right at the airport. You can find car rental counters on the island and mainland. More information: https://www.portstoronto.com/airport/passenger-information/to-from/rent-a-car.aspx 5 USING PUBLIC TRANSIT: THE TTC The Toronto downtown public transportation system is mainly operated by the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC). General Information: http://www.ttc.ca/Riding_the_TTC/index.jsp Fares: http://www.ttc.ca/Fares_and_passes/index.jsp Fares are $3.25 for adult and $2.10 for senior (65+)/student (13-19). Children under 12 are free to ride. Tokens can also be purchased for $3.00 each. You can transfer to another TTC vehicle without additional charge. However, the transfer is only valid for a one-way continuous trip. Tickets, passes or receipts are required when you transfer. A useful video to learn how to use Proof of Payment (POP) in TTC system: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqeNUy13hAc The TTC also provides a trip planning system: http://www.ttc.ca/Trip_planner/index.jsp GETTING FROM THE HOTEL TO THE LIBRARY Robarts Library, home of the Cheng Yu Tung East Asian Library (Image from Wikipedia) 6 Option 1: Ride the Subway (route map) 1.