General Information

Dates:
Inter Society Colour Council Annual Meeting: 14-15 May 2006
ISCC CIE Expert Symposium: 16-17 May 2006
CIE Division 1 Meetings 18-19 May 2006
Flight Arrangements:
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is located approximately 15 km (9 miles) south of downtown Ottawa. It is served by air carriers from all over the world so you should have no trouble making flight arrangements. See the Ottawa International Airport for a complete listing of airlines and other information about the airport.
Travel Documents:
US citizens do not require a visa to enter Canada but require proof of US citizenship, such as a passport, or photo identification. See the U.S. Departement of State Tips for Travelers to Canada for more information.

Citizens of other countries require a valid passport and may require a visa. Visit Citizenship and Immigration Canada for more information. Other important tips can be found at this travel site of the Province of Ontario
Currency:
The currency in Canada is the Canadian dollar. Currency may be exchanged at the airport. Major credit cards are generally accepted throughout Canada. Travelers cheques in Canadian or American funds are widely accepted and ATM machines are conveniently located downtown.
Exchange Rates:
The latest Canadian currency exchange rates can be found using The Universal Currency Converter The exchange rates for foreign currency as of November 2005 were:
CA$1.00 =  US $0.84
Euro €0.73
UK £0.50

This page last updated: 25Nov05