Travel Guide

Venue Details

Kitchener-Waterloo

Waterloo is located west-southwest of Toronto. The Regional Municipality of Waterloo includes three cities; Waterloo, Kitchener and Cambridge. Kitchener and Waterloo are considered "twin cities," and are often referred to as "Kitchener–Waterloo" (K–W), given their close proximity.

The Conference will take place at Federation Hall (FED Hall) at the University of Waterloo.

Federation Hall
200 University Avenue West
Waterloo, ON, Canada N2L 3G1

Federation Hall

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Transportation to Waterloo


Taxis: 


The average trip from Toronto Pearson Airport (code YYZ) to Waterloo is about 50 minutes to an hour.

Taxis can be found in both terminals on the arrivals level at Toronto Pearson Airport.

Terminal 1 – Arrivals Level (Map)

  • Taxis: Door D

Terminal 3 – Arrivals Level (Map)

  • Taxis: Doors D, E and F

A pre-arranged ride can be made two weeks in advance of travelling with the following companies:


Shuttle Van Service


This service can be found in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 at Toronto Pearson Airport.
 


Car Rentals


Transportation Within Waterloo


Transit


Grand River Transit/ION light rail

Plan your trip from Delta Hotels by Marriot Waterloo, Erb Street West to Federation Hall. 

Fares and Passes

Standard fare (cash or from vending machine): $3.75
Day-pass: $8.50

GoBus

Tickets

All shorter length trips of 10km or less across the GO network are only $3.70 when you use a PRESTO card, or $4.40 with a paper ticket.


Taxis and Uber


Taxi tariff is set by the Regional Municipality of Waterloo for trips within Waterloo Region:

$ 3.50 initial fare
$ 2.50 per kilometre
$ 40.00 per hour waiting / contract

Prices subject to change without notice.

All prices includes 13% HST.

For further information or to make a reservation, contact the company directly.

Hotels

Delta Hotel by Marriott Waterloo

Website

Address: 110 Erb Street West, Waterloo

Located near transit ION route.

Use the link below or call Alexandria Trotta (519) 514-0412 to book your room today.

A block room booking rate of 229 CAD per night is being offered until Tuesday, May 28, 2024.  

hotel bedroom one bed
exterior of Delta hotel in Waterloo
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Courtyard by Marriott - St. Jacobs

Website

Address: 50 Benjamin Road East, Waterloo

(519) 884-9295

Will need to take a taxi to the University of Waterloo.

Holiday Inn Express and Suites - St. Jacobs

Website

Address: 14 Benjamin Road, Waterloo 

Book a Reservation: 1-877-660-8550

Contact Front Desk: 519-772-9800

Will need to take a taxi to the University of Waterloo.

Homewood Suites by Hilton - St. Jacobs

Website

Address: 45 Benjamin Road, Waterloo

(519) 514-0088

Will need to take taxi to the University of Waterloo.

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton - St. Jacobs

Website

Address: 55 Benjamin Road, Waterloo

(519) 514-0090

Will need to take taxi to the University of Waterloo.

Crowne Plaza Kitchener-Waterloo

Website

Address: 105 King Street East, Kitchener

Book a reservation: 1-800-483-7812

Contact Front Desk: 1-519-744-4141

Will need to take taxi to the University of Waterloo.

The Laundry Rooms

Website

Address: 181 King Street South, Waterloo

Located near transit ion route.

Restaurants/Bars and Cafes

In Waterloo:

Abe Erb - Uptown Waterloo
15 King Street South
(519) 208-0858

Beertown Public House
75 King Street South
(519) 885-5151

Loloan Lobby Bar
14 Princess Street West
(519) 883-1010

Red House
30 William Street West
(226) 647-4687

Solé Restaurant and Wine Bar
83 Erb Street West Building Two
(519) 747-5622

Williams Fresh Cafe
170 University Avenue West
(519) 888-7254

The Bauer Bakery & Café
187 King Street South, #102

(519) 772-0794

Cafe 22
22 King Street South 
(519) 603-5005

Pilot Coffee Roasters
114 King Street South
(548) 889-2165

S&V Uptown
15 King Street North
(226) 476-4418

Thai Sun
75 King Street South Unit 61-62
(519) 747-9006

The Bauer Kitchen
187 King Street South
(519) 772-0790

Jinzakaya
75 King Street South, Unit 53

(519) 880-8188 

Proof
110 Erb Street West
(519) 208-3333

Seven Shores
10 Regina Street North, Unit 4
(519) 342-0916

White Rabbit Public House
47 King Street North
(519) 746-7540


In Kitchener:

Borealis Grille
4336 King Street East
(519) 219-9007

Grand Trunk Saloon
30 Ontario Street South
(519) 578-8282

Cafe Pyrus 
305 King Street West
(519) 954-7705

Kitchener Market Food Hall
300 King Street East
(519) 741-2287

The Guanaquita Restaurant 
273 King Street West 2nd floor
(519) 576-4322

Matter of Taste Coffee Roaster 
115 King Street West
(519) 579-7059


On campus:

Graduate House
South Campus Hall, Gradhouse Green
(519) 888-4567 ext. 33803

UW Food Services
Tim Hortons, Starbucks,
Brubakers Food Court, and more!

The Funcken Café
St. Jerome's University, SJU1
 

Places to visit

Waterloo Park

50 Young Street West 
(519) 725-0511

Known as the jewel of the city, Waterloo Park has a lake, animal farm, picnic areas, splash pad, sport fields, playgrounds and more.

park with water feature and mill building

St. Jacobs Farmers' Market

878 Weber Street North
(519) 747-1830

The St. Jacobs Farmers' Market is a gathering place to buy local produce and vendor-made specialty foods.

outdoor farmers market

In Kitchener:

Victoria Park

32 Dill Street
(519) 741-2200

Victoria Park opened in 1896, making it Kitchener's oldest park. The park is home to a historic pavilion, which is a popular event venue.

outdoor park

Kitchener Market

300 King Street East
(519) 741-2287

Kitchener Market is one of Canada's oldest operating markets. It celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2019.

outdoor farmers market

Neighbouring Cities:

Elora

The Village of Elora is a bustling tourist community located within the Township of Centre Wellington. It is well known for its 19th-century limestone architecture and the geographically significant Elora Gorge. The town is famous for its rivers (the Grand and the Irvine) and massive limestone cliffs which run through the centre of town.

Stratford

Stratford is a city located on the Avon River. Also known as the home of singer Justin Bieber, Stratford is famous for its artistry and theatrical performances, fine dining, and live music.

The Stratford Festival consists of highly regarded events and outstanding theater productions. To attend performances at Stratford, it is recommended to book your tickets in advance.