Westin Harbour Castle Hotel
Sunday Evening, June 14
CORS, INFORMS and the CORS/INFORMS International Toronto Organizing Committee welcome you to the meeting with an evening of fellowship and fun. Meet with colleagues and enjoy some great food. Soft drinks and water are complimentary, with a cash bar available for other beverages. The reception will be held in the beautiful Westin Harbour Castle Hotel that overlooks scenic Lake Ontario.
Hockey Hall of Fame
Monday, June 15
7:30pm-9:30pm
Sponsored by Ryerson University Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Science; Ryerson University
The reception, the largest and most popular social event of the meeting, will be held at the Hockey Hall of Fame. Attendees will have exclusive access to the complete museum – over 57,000 square feet of interactive activities and hockey-related artifacts. You will be able to test your slap shot, touch the Stanley Cup and learn about the hockey greats that shaped Canada’s favorite pastime. Enjoy networking with colleagues and all the fabulous exhibits of this unique museum. An adventurous variety of food will be served, including vegetarian-friendly Tex-Mex fajitas, mini-burgers, stir-fry, cheeses and finger desserts. Soft drinks and water are complimentary, with a cash bar available for other beverages.
These two social events are open to all registered attendees. If you have a guest who would like to accompany you, you can purchase a guest registration ($100) that covers admission to both receptions. (Guests are not eligible to attend the technical sessions.) Sign up your guest when you register for the meeting, or to add a guest call 443-757-3591.
Tours
Sign up for these tours when you register for the meeting, or to add a tour call 443-757-3591.
Sunday, June 14
9:00am-4:00 pm
$85 US (lunch included)
A visit to Toronto is not complete without taking a short trip out to Niagara Falls. Niagara Falls is North America's oldest tourist attraction, with millions of visitors enjoying the boat tours since 1846. The first stop takes you to the Maid of the Mist where you will put on the rain gear and board the boat that takes you as close as possible to the thundering waters and breathtaking views. The boat takes you from the Canadian docks past the base of the American Falls, then into the basin of the magnificent Canadian Horseshoe Falls. Water rushes all around as you "soak" in the excitement and explore the roar of the Falls.
Maid of the Mist
After you disembark, proceed to Elements on the Falls, the closest restaurant to the falls, where you will enjoy a buffet lunch and another optimal view of Niagara. After lunch, the tour continues to Niagara-on-the-Lake, a town that features a historic fort site, marina and heritage shopping district.
Tuesday, June 16
9:00am-12:00pm
$50 US (lunch not included)
You will be guided through some of the loveliest and liveliest delights of Toronto! Explore the shining skyscrapers of the financial district, the trendy fashion district, the world-class theatre district and Toronto’s many diverse cultural neighborhoods. Many displays of artistic expression can be found in structures, historic buildings and museums throughout the city. Uncover the history of Canada’s largest city as you become part of the tales that have shaped its development.
The tour includes a visit to Casa Loma - Toronto’s fairy tale castle! Financed by Sir Henry Mill Pellatt and designed by noted architect E.J. Lenno, this medieval-style castle sits on the brow of a hill. Intricately carved fireplaces, stately towers, beautiful windows and exquisite doorways contribute to the complexity of Casa Loma's design. With its soaring battlements, sweeping grounds and secret passageways, it pays homage to the castles and knights of days gone by. An expert electronic guide helps you explore each recess and history of this grand castle in the center of the city. |
