The University of Waterloo
The University of Waterloo welcomes you to the 2024 Joint Research Conference! Founded in 1957, the University of Waterloo is a public research university whose main campus is located in Waterloo, Ontario. The University of Waterloo is a leading global research-intensive university, renowned for entrepreneurship and innovation, providing co-op and work-integrated learning at scale with impact.
The conference will take place on the University of Waterloo campus in the Federation (“FED”) Hall conference center. The short course will also take place on the University of Waterloo campus in the Mathematics 3 building. For your convenience, find an interactive campus map here.
Travel from Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) to Waterloo, Ontario
Before you travel to Canada, please ensure you have the proper documents and visitor visas to visit. Check the Government of Canada website for specific requirements for your country.
Waterloo is located approximately one hour by car from Toronto Pearson Airport, however there are several methods to book travel from the airport to Waterloo.
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By Bus: There are buses that travel between Toronto Pearson YYZ, to Waterloo. GO Transit is the most popular.
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By Taxi: With Waterloo Taxi, you can reserve a taxi on the Waterloo Taxi online form or call at +1 (519) 888-7777.
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By Rail: UP Express is a direct journey from Toronto Pearson International Airport to Union Station, Downtown Toronto. When at Union Station, transfer to VIA Rail train or GO train.
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By Airways Transit (up to 8 passengers): Reserve door-to-door service on the Airways Transit website.
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By Car: Take ON-401 W towards London and then take exit 278 to merge onto ON-8 W toward Kitchener/Waterloo. There is paid parking ($14 per day) available on campus across the street from Fed Hall in Parking Lot M. Refer to the campus map for precise directions. For more details regarding parking on campus, please visit the Sustainable Transportation website.
Getting around Waterloo
By Bus: Grand River Transit is the public transit operator for the Region of Waterloo, Ontario. It operates daily bus serves across Waterloo and the University of Waterloo campus.
By ION Light Rail Travel: ION is Waterloo Region’s light rail transit (LRT) system. It runs between Kitchener’s Fairview Park Mall and Waterloo’s Conestoga Mall, with stops at the University of Waterloo campus. ION trains connect passengers to the existing bus system (Grand River Transit), making it easy to travel across the region.
About Waterloo
Consistently voted one of Canada’s smartest cities, Waterloo is a dynamic urban centre located in the heart of Canada’s Technology Triangle. Home to many tech leaders and two of Canada’s leading universities, the city attracts students and thinkers worldwide. Waterloo offers visitors a unique blend of intriguing restaurants, boutique stores, galleries, and nightlife with its rich cultural diversity. Learn more about Waterloo!