A unique building full of natural light, plants and the relaxing trickle of falling water invigorate as it welcomes conference attendees to the Shaw Conference Centre. A cascading wall of glass frames a breathtaking view of Edmonton’s river valley from the banks of the North Saskatchewan River, showing off a city blessed with fresh, open spaces. Roomy, flexible and column-free meeting and exhibition halls virtually shape themselves to your needs.
Not only is the Shaw Conference Centre an amazing facility with superior service and chefs who have won numerous gold medals in international competitions, but it is also proud to be a green facility. From waste reduction to energy efficiency, innovative waste treatment, unique power solutions, water conservation and the three Rs: Reduce, Reuse and Recycle, the Shaw Conference Centre takes their jobs seriously. For more information on this uniquely green venue click here.
Additional information on the Shaw Conference Centre can be found at
www.shawconferencecenter.com
Downtown Hotels
Within walking distance of the Shaw Conference Centre, restaurants, shopping, entertainment
Connected to over 400 stores, businesses and services in the Edmonton City Centre Mall and by an underground pedway to the Churchill LRT Station, providing fast access to the University of Alberta, the Alberta Legislature, Commonwealth Stadium (home of the Canadian Football League s Edmonton Eskimos) and Northlands Park horse racing (also the site of Edmonton Capital EX), to name just a few attractions
A variety of city buses can take you from the front doors to West Edmonton Mall, Grant MacEwan University, several golf courses and the shops and antique malls of Old Strathcona
A scheduled Sky Shuttle bus service will deliver you to and from the Edmonton International Airport
Sutton king bed: $155/night
Sutton double bed: $155/night
Deluxe double bed: $175/night
- Rates are subject to 4% Provincial Levy, 1% Destination Marketing Fee and 5% GST.
- All rates are quoted in Canadian funds.
Reservations: Book your reservation before June 3, 2010 through www.suttonplace.com and click on Edmonton, and use group code ED100702SOC or phone 1-866-378-8866, or email res_edmonton@suttonplace.com and identify yourself as being part of the Society for Conservation Biology group.
For more information on this hotel: www.edmonton.suttonplace.com
Adjacent to the Shaw Conference Centre close to restaurants, shopping, entertainment
Free high-speed internet in every guest room of this non-smoking hotel
All guestrooms have a mini refrigerator and a large work desk with conveniently placed lighting and outlets and an ergonomic chair for comfort
Enjoy panoramic views of the river valley from the award-winning Patio
Guest Rooms in Detail
Single/double: $199/night; additional person: $20/person/night
- Rates are subject to 4% Provincial Levy, 1% Destination Marketing Fee and 5% GST.
- All rates are quoted in Canadian funds.
- Valet parking available at $22/day plus GST; rate may be subject to change.
Reservations: to reserve a guestroom with a king bed on-line, click here;
to reserve a guestroom with two queen beds on-line, click here.
Alternatively phone toll-free 1-866-441-7591 or 780-423-9999 before June 2, 2010. Please identify yourself as being part of the Society for Conservation Biology group when making your reservation.
For more information on this hotel: http://www.marriott.com/
Within walking distance of light rail transit (LRT) and Shaw Conference Centre, restaurants, shopping and entertainment
100% smoke-free hotel with complimentary high-speed internet access, both wired and wireless
Complimentary deluxe breakfast next to the Great Room, with internet access and plasma TV
Swimming pool, whirlpool and fitness facility and complimentary Business Centre
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Single/double: $136/night; each additional person $15/night/person
- Rates are subject to 4% Provincial Levy, 1% Destination Marketing Fee and 5% GST.
- All rates are quoted in Canadian funds.
- Parking available at $8/day.
Reservations: Phone toll-free 1-877-423-4656 or 780-423-2450 before June 1, 2010. Please identify yourself as being part of the Society for Conservation Biology group when making your reservation.
For more information on this hotel: http://www.hiexdowntown.com
University Residences

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On the City Centre campus of Grant MacEwan University, the Residence offers easy access to the Shaw Conference Centre and the University of Alberta via public transit and the light rail transit (LRT) and is also within walking distance of restaurants, shopping, entertainment and Edmonton's spectacular river valley
Features bachelor, 2-bedroom and 4-bedroom suites. Each suite includes:
- a private bathroom with shower and individually locking bedroom doors;
- kitchenette complete with refrigerator, stove-top and microwave oven (dishes not provided);
- bedrooms equipped with a double bed complete with sheets, blankets and pillows;
- housekeeping service with linen and towel change every three days;
- complimentary high-speed wired internet in each bedroom (Guests are reminded to bring an ethernet cable).
Grant MacEwan Residence also offers a smoke-free environment with the following for guest convenience:
- two lounges on each floor with complimentary satellite TV service and DVD players;
- convenience store, bank machine (ATM), wireless internet and complimentary newspaper in the lobby;
- laundry facilities with a cash card system;
- parking adjacent to the residence;
- easy access to fitness facilities and swimming pool;
- Edmonton airport Sky Shuttle service to MacEwan Residence available. Visit www.edmontonskyshuttle.ca and refer to University schedule
Single private locking bedroom, sharing a 2-bedroom suite: $43.75/night
(One person/bedroom; MacEwan Residence will assign suite mates)
Bachelor Suite (1 double bed): $72.50/night
Two Bedroom Suite (2 double beds): $87.50/night
Four Bedroom Suite (4 double beds): $175.00/night
- Rates are subject to 4% Provincial Levy and 5% GST.
- All rates are quoted in Canadian funds.
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Reservations: please complete this reservation form or contact, by June 3, 2010:
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Schäffer Hall
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On the north campus of the University of Alberta, Lister Centre offers easy access to the Shaw Conference Centre and downtown Edmonton via the Light Rail Transit (LRT) and is also within walking distance of restaurants, entertainment and shopping on the extremely popular and historic Old Strathcona AND close to river valley parks, walking trails and golf courses
Edmonton airport Sky Shuttle service is available to the University. Visit
www.edmontonskyshuttle.ca and refer to University schedule.
Lister Hall Dormitory-Style Rooms, in single or twin occupancy, provide casual comfort at affordable rates:
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- each floor has a lounge area designed to create an atmosphere that encourages interaction with other guests while still offering you the option of retreating to your own room to prepare for the next day’s activities.
- linen and towel services are provided, and additional amenities available on each floor include cable television, telephone with free local service and a service Centre with coin-operated laundry facilities, a refrigerator, and a sink. Although high-speed internet access is not available in these rooms, all guests have access to the computer rooms (there is a minimal per hour charge for access).
Rates:
Lister Hall Single Room
- Traditional Dormitory style (1 single twin bed, shared bath): $49.00/night
Lister Hall Twin Room
- Shared Dormitory style (2 twin beds): $59.00/night
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Schäffer Hall is the newest residence in the Lister Centre Conference Centre:
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- offers bright and comfortable single rooms with private washrooms, telephone service with free local calls, high-speed internet (requires ethernet cable) and a work desk for your convenience. Each room features windows that open and black-out blinds. This rate includes hot breakfast buffet every morning, internet connection and private phone in every room.
- Schäffer Hall also offers common areas featuring lounges with comfortable seating and cable television on each floor, as well as kitchens, coin-operated laundry service and more. Certainly not your traditional university residence, and definitely a great value!
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Rates:
Schäffer Hall Single Room - Private Dormitory style (1 bed, 1 washroom): $65.00/night
Lister Hall Hotel-style guestrooms offer a choice of one queen with a double sofa bed, or two double beds. Each room features:

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- a private washroom, clock radio, cable TV, telephone, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, coffee maker and daily housekeeping service. Coin-operated laundry, as well as vending and ice machines are also available. All guestrooms feature windows that open.
- complimentary services include:
* continental breakfast daily;
* overnight parking;
* high-speed internet access (require ethernet cable);
* free local calls with long distance access (requires a calling card that contacts a toll-free number);
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Rates:
Lister Hall Guestroom Hotel-style Room
-two double beds: $119.00/night
-one queen bed plus sofa bed: $119.00/night
(double occupancy); for triple and quad: add $25/person/night
- Rates are subject to 4% Provincial Levy, 1% Destination Marketing Fee and 5% GST;
- All rates are quoted in Canadian funds.
Click here to view photos of Schäffer Hall.
Reservations: Please complete the writeable pdf form and email it to guest.services@ualberta.ca or fax your completed registration form to 780-492-7032. You may contact the Guest Services department by phone at 780-492-6056.
Registration deadline for Lister Hall Guestrooms is May 3, 2010;
Registration deadline for all other residence accommodations is June 3, 2010.
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