Hotel & Travel
News! Hotel Block Added at Fairmont Royal York Hotel
ILA’s hotel block at The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto, (the conference venue) sold out as of 1 May. We have added an additional block of rooms at the beautiful Fairmont Royal York, just two blocks away. See details below.
When making travel plans, please take into account the start and end of the conference.
The conference starts at 9:00 AM on Wednesday, 28 October with optional pre-conference events. Note: Some member communities may arrange optional tours (e.g., to Niagra Falls) on Tuesday, 27 October (details forthcoming). Registration for pre-conference workshops will open the week of 18 May.
Additional conference activities such as the New Member & Attendee orientation and the International Student Case Competition start around 3pm Wednesday, 28 October.
Then, the opening reception and author showcase will kick off around 5pm on Wednesday, 28 October.
The conference ends around 5:30 pm on Saturday 31 October, with optional networking events taking place Saturday night (details forthcoming).
When making your travel arrangements, please make sure you have you have the necessary, up-to-date, travel documents (e.g., passport, visa, etc.) to travel to Toronto, Canada.
Applying for a travel VISA?
If you need an official invitation letter to support your visa application, please visit here for more details.
Note: ILA has no influence on an individual’s application for a visa to travel to Canada and is not responsible for the outcome of an individual’s visa application.
Book Now at the Fairmont!
Fairmont Royal York Hotel
100 Front Street West, Toronto, Ontario M5J 1E3, Canada
Additional accommodations are now available at the legendary Fairmont Royal York, one of Toronto’s most storied hotels. A leisurely 8–10 minute walk connects you to The Westin Harbour Castle located on Toronto’s picturesque waterfront. Taxi and rideshare services are available for those who prefer door-to-door convenience.
Rate: 359 CAD, ~ $264 USD; valid 22 October – 5 November
ILA's Hotel Block at the Conference Hotel Is Sold Out as of 1 May
The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto
1 Harbour Square, Toronto, ON M5J 1A6, Canada
Note: If you are booked in the block and your plans change, you must contact the hotel and cancel your room reservation 3 business days before arrival or the hotel will charge the card on file for 1-night as a cancellation fee.
The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto
1 Harbour Square, Toronto, ON M5J 1A6, Canada
Block rate is 329 CAD (~$240 USD – Conversion Rates May Fluctuate)
Guests may also call the toll free number at 1-888 627 8559 on or before 28 September 2026 and state that they are with the ILA Conference or provide the unique code “ILA” to reserve at the special ILA rate.
Note: If your plans change, you must contact the hotel and cancel your room reservation 3 business days before arrival or the hotel will charge the card on file for 1-night as a cancellation fee.
Getting Around Toronto
Visit our Discover Toronto page to learn more about our host city!
Arriving from Pearson Airport The UP Express train runs directly from Pearson Airport (Terminal 1) to Union Station, which is within walking distance of the hotel. The trip takes approximately 30 minutes and costs around $12.35 one-way. Group and round-trip fares are available.
TTC (Toronto Transit Commission)
Toronto’s public transit system — buses, subways, and streetcars — is easy to use and well-connected. Simply tap your credit or debit card to pay; no special pass or app is needed.
Once you tap in, you have two hours of unlimited travel in any direction across the TTC network, including transfers between subways, streetcars, and buses. As long as you’re within that two-hour window, tapping again won’t trigger an additional charge. Note that each person must use their own card — cards cannot be shared between passengers.
Fares:
- Adult: $3.35
- Senior (65+): $2.35
- Youth (13–19): $2.40
- Children 12 and under: Free
- Daily group fares are also available
TTC Fares & Passes | Subway Map
Tip: Google Maps works well for planning TTC trips and offers a Live View feature that uses your phone’s camera to guide you in real time.
The PATH Toronto’s underground pedestrian network stretches more than 30 kilometers beneath downtown, connecting shops, restaurants, and services — and is said to be the largest underground shopping complex in the world. It’s a great option in cold or rainy weather. The PATH connects directly to several subway stations, and its southernmost point (RBC Waterpark Place) is just across the street from the Westin Harbour Castle, making it an easy walk to Union Station and the subway.
Our Conference Model
Our conference operates on a community model where all participants—whether presenting or attending—register (at the published rates) for the event. As a nonprofit membership organization, this approach allows us to keep costs reasonable while creating a space where everyone contributes to and benefits from our collective knowledge. We don’t offer speaker fees or complimentary registrations because we see presentations as part of the collaborative exchange that makes our community valuable. All concurrent session presenters also participate in the broader conversation, learning from colleagues and connecting with peers. This model helps us sustain our programs while reinforcing that we’re all here together, sharing our work and growing as a community.