The Symposium will take place in the all-new Ottawa Convention Centre (www.ottawaconventioncentre.com) in the heart of Canada's capital. This premier Canadian convention centre is overlooking the Rideau Canal UNESCO World Heritage Site and is surrounded by Ottawa's national sites, cultural treasures, natural beauty and relaxed urban vibe. The Centre is conveniently connected to the Rideau Centre shopping complex and is within easy walking distance of the University of Ottawa, the historic Byward Market, the Parliament Hill, and the National Arts Centre. Accommodations close to the Centre include a diversity of hotels, suite hotels, boutique hotels, inns, B&Bs, and university residences to suit a wide range of needs and budget.