The Departments of Animal & Poultry Science, Food Science, Microbiology, and the Ontario Veterinary College have major teaching and research programs in dairy production, food technology, dairy microbiology, and large animal veterinary medicine.
The Department of Animal and Poultry Science has 33 faculty members. The Department teaches two majors; 80 Animal Biology students (B.Sc.) and 220 Animal Science (B.Sc. Agr) students. One hundred graduate students are registered in the Master of Science or PhD. programs. Research in the department is related to beef and dairy cattle, pigs, poultry, and fish with an emphasis on animal breeding, nutrition, physiology, ethology, molecular genetics, and meat science. The Centre for Genetic Improvement of Livestock (CGIL), the centre for the study of Animal Welfare (CSAW), and a Reproductive Innovation and Technologies (RITe) group are headquartered in the department.
The Department of Food Science has 15 faculty, 65 undergraduate students, and 65 graduate students. Research groups include thermal processing, meat technology, materials science, fats and oils, food safety, dairy technology, industrial microbiology and food packaging. Associated with the Department of Food Science are the Guelph Group for Research in Food Safety and the Guelph Food Technology Centre (GFTC). The GFTC is a modern 85,000 square foot food technology complex. It is a non-profit, industry-driven corporation currently ready to help food entrepreneurs and food companies become more competitive.
The University of Guelph is located in the City of Guelph (population 100,000). Located only 70 km west of Toronto, Canada's largest city, Guelph provides for a small town feeling with ready access to a large city with all of its attractions. Guelph was founded by John Galt in 1827 on the banks of the Speed and Eramosa Rivers. The City's name is pronounced "Gwelf" and it has a royal connection: the family of King George IV bore the name "Guelph" in the early Middle Ages. The city was named after the British Royal Family and is still known at the "The Royal City". For many years a replica of the crown used in the coronation of British Kings, St.Edward's Crown, hung over the city's main square. Today, century-old limestone buildings and downtown avenues are set in natural surroundings of beautiful parks and trails, rivers and rolling hills. Guelph is known for its rich architectural heritage and its vibrant cultural life.
In this part of the South Western tip of Ontario, the moderating influence of the Great Lakes on our climate contributes to a diverse agriculture with strong livestock and cash-cropping systems complementing horticulture, seed crops, tobacco growing, and increasingly successful vineyards. Milk is, nevertheless, the largest single farmgate commodity in Ontario with sales of approximately $1.2 billion accounting for 18% of total sales. All milk is marketed through the Dairy Farmers of Ontario on a supply-managed basis. Approximately 7750 dairy farms with 420,000 dairy cows (largely Holsteins) were reported to Statistics Canada in January 1996. Almost two thirds of these cows participate in milk recording programs in support of a vigorous and progressive dairy breeding industry that promotes a balance between production and conformation. The majority of milk is processed within the Province with relatively limited exchange of milk and milk products with other Provinces or countries.
The University of Guelph offers programs in physical, biological, agricultural, and social sciences as well as fine arts, family and consumer studies, business, and veterinary medicine. Eleven undergraduate and six graduate degrees are offered by the University. Current enrolment consists of 10,959 full-time and 1,446 part-time undergraduates, and 1,604 graduate students. In 1995, 71.9% of the entering class had admission averages of 80% or more. This same year the admission average for B.A. students was 78% and for B.Sc. students, 84%. Graduates of the University and its predecessor colleges now number over 70, 000 and are residents of 115 nations around the world.
The University of Guelph is committed to international study and knowledge. In addition to being able to earn a B.A. in International Development, U of G students also have opportunities to study in other countries. Students can participate in overseas study opportunities in Europe, Africa, Asia, Latin America, Australia, and New Zealand. The University of Guelph also has development projects on every continent and 65 partner institutions in 30 countries. During the academic year, there are approximately 550 students from 75 countries studying at Guelph.
With more than $62 million in research funding, Guelph is one of the leaders in Canadian university research. That research -- ranging from a program geared to improving the future of economically disadvantaged children to the development of genetically superior plants and animals -- benefits all people worldwide.
This new agreement reflects the agri-food industry's clear demand that the investment in agricultural research in Ontario remain a priority. The University of Guelph and OMAFRA can now offer a broad research span from exploratory to rapid application while providing benefits and efficiencies that wouldn't exist if they continued operating separately.
With this new amalgamated system that includes the University and three agricultural colleges at Alfred, Kemptville, and Ridgetown, all agri-food education will become standardized, including entrance policies and the curriculum in the agriculture diploma program. The colleges will offer clusters of specialized courses that will be available to students at all locations through distance education. College students will be able to take advantage of increased access to technology at the University and more immediate access to a degree program.
Thanks to a continuing arrangement with OMAFRA, faculty at the University have access to state of the art livestock facilities located within a 30 minute drive of campus. These facilities are located near the villages of Elora (Beef and Dairy Cattle), Ponsonby (Sheep and Dairy Cattle), Arkell (Poultry, Horses, and Pigs), and Alma (Fish).
Located on the north end of campus and founded in 1970, the Arboretum is home to some 2,900 varieties of trees and shrubs. Visitors can walk, cycle, or jog along the Arboretum's roads or explore the interpretive nature trails and plant collections. The Arboretum grounds are open from dawn until dusk and we strongly recommend that ADSA delegates take advantage of this distinctive area of the University of Guelph.
The University of Guelph library is home to more than 2.5 million books and other publications and the facility is used by 11,000 students and faculty every day during teaching semesters. Library users have access to more than two dozen CD-ROM data bases and the library catalogue systems developed at Guelph are licensed for use worldwide.
Accommodations and Food Service
University of Guelph Information
Weather information at Toronto (code YYZ) near Guelph
Meeting Schedule & ADSA Student Affiliate Division Program
Note: The following are *.PDF files. See note above.
Adult Tour and Youth Activity Registration Form
Youth Participation Form
Campus Accommodation and Meal Plan Registration Form
Golf Tournament Registration Form
Survey of Transportation Requirements
May 27: General Registration Form Due
Important Deadlines:
May 27: Adult Tour and Youth Registration Due
May 30: Campus Housing and Meal Reservation Due
May 30: Last Day to Cancel Tours with Full Refund
Registration Information
| Registration Materials | Each member should complete a General Registration Form. If you have a spouse/guest or child participating in any of the activities of the meeting, they should be included on the member's General Registration Form. |
| Registration Deadline | Register early to help us plan better. Those registrations that are postmarked before May 27 will be at a lower rate than those sent May 27 or later. No telephone registrations will be accepted. Faxed registrations can be accepted only if payment is made by credit card (FAX 217/398-4119). We accept Visa, MasterCard, and American Express. |
| Membership Information | You do not have to be a member of ADSA to attend the meeting; however the differential between the member and non-member registration fee makes it very attractive to join the Society at the time of registration. Membership Application. |
| Adult Tour and Child Registration | Adults and children participating in any of the special tours and events must complete the Adult Tour and Youth Activity Registration Form. Any child up to the age of 18 participating in any of the Youth programs must have completed a Youth Participation Form and Medical History Form to be sent with the registration. Children cannot participate in any event without these forms! Return all forms with the member registration which has a due date of May 27. |
| Payment | Checks for Registration must be in US dollars written on US banks made payable to ADSA
Annual Meeting. Payment by credit card (in US dollars) is available: complete the "Credit Card" section
at the end of the General Registration Form.
Any payment that is to be made to the University of Guelph is listed in this publication in Canadian funds. Checks made payable to the University of Guelph must be made in Canadian funds. Delegates will find it convenient to obtain Canadian money prior to their arrival. |
| Receipts | If you register before May 27 we will mail you a registration receipt. Verify the receipt and contact the Business Office if you have any questions. |
| Program and Abstracts | The Meeting Program will be mailed to participants who have registered by May 27; late registrants will receive the Program on-site at the University of Guelph. The meeting program will also appear online when it becomes available. |
| On-Site Registration | Registration will be in the Upper Courtyard of the University Centre, University of Guelph.
From Gordon Street turn east onto South Ring Road and park in P. 31. Follow the posted signs to
the University Centre and then proceed to the Upper Courtyard. Registration hours for the
ADSA meeting, including special symposia and other meetings, will be as follows:
Sunday June 22, 1997: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
The telephone number for the ADSA Registration Desk during the meeting is (519) 824-4120 extension 8081. Please note: ADSA delegates arriving Sunday will benefit from free parking all over campus (SUNDAY ONLY). |
| Reminder | Wear your name tag! It's your admission to most Meeting Events and serves as your ADSA shuttle bus pass. Your name tag will also serve as your admittance to the U of G Recreational Facilities. Tickets for special events and meal functions will be collected at the door at each specific event. |
| Questions | All program registrations will be handled by the ADSA Business Office. All inquiries about preregistration or the 1997 ADSA Meeting should be made to the ADSA Business Office, 1111 N. Dunlap Avenue, Savoy, IL 61874; Phone: (217) 356-3182; Fax: (217) 398-4119; E-mail: adsa@adsa.org. |
| Accommodations and Food Service | Accommodations are available in a variety of styles, prices, and locations. On-campus
residence halls, as well as local hotels, Bed and Breakfasts, and campgrounds include facilities that
will please all tastes and budgets. Arrangements for these accommodations are the responsibility
of the registrant and should be made through the phone number or address of the selected facility.
It is highly recommended that reservations be made early to help ensure that you are granted
your first choice of accommodation. Please note that the number of hotel rooms available is
quite limited. U of G is pleased to offer those ADSA delegates who choose to stay in
on-campus residences free parking, comfortable rooms, a special on-campus meal package, a
compact campus for easy navigation, and accommodations in close proximity to all meeting rooms.
For ADSA delegates opting to stay in local hotels, an off-campus meal package is available as well.
For on-campus housing and on and off-campus meal packages, please use the Campus Accommodation and Meal Plan Registration Form.
The comfortable residence rooms and the compact and scenic campus make on-campus accommodation the preferred choice for American Dairy Science Association delegates. All meeting rooms and dining facilities are within walking distance of the North area residence, saving delegates a daily commute to the campus. We offer a 24 hour residence desk, maid service, and free parking for those delegates staying in residence. Each room is provided with fresh linen, towels, soap, a glass, and a telephone for local calls. In addition, each North area residence is equipped with a Common Room so that you can meet and visit with your colleagues in the comfort of your own residence area. American Dairy Science Association delegates will be housed in the North Area of the U of G campus. All on-campus accommodations are situated within a 7 minute scenic walk from any scheduled meeting room. Approximately, 2,850 delegates can be accommodated in comfortable rooms in the U of G residence halls. Single and double rooms are available. |
| Residence Accommodation Cost | REGULAR RATES: (Accommodation Registrations Deadline is Friday May 30, 1997)
Single Room: $35.00 Canadian Dollars per person per night
**Please note that the Residence prices listed above are in Canadian dollars and include all applicable taxes** In addition, each room is provided with fresh linen, towels, soap, and a glass. |
| Residence Hall and Children | Young children (ages 1-12) are welcome and may stay in their parents' room free of charge, but bedding or a cot will not be provided. Please bring a sleeping bag for your children and indicate on your Campus Accommodation and Meal Package Form how many children will be accompanying you. All children staying on-campus must be included on the registration form, even if there will be no charge. Please indicate on this form if you have a physical disability that will require special arrangements, such as ground floor accommodation, special parking requirements, or wheelchair access to buildings. |
| Dining Service |
The University of Guelph is renowned for its excellent hospitality. American Dairy Science
Association delegates who purchase meal packages will have their meals in the Creelman Dining Hall.
All meal packages must be purchased in advance and meal tickets will be issued at
ADSA Registration. ADSA delegates are strongly encouraged to purchase a meal package in order
to help reduce dining room congestion.
If you are staying in an on-campus residence, be sure to check the Registration form that you will require an on-campus meal package. Hospitality Services is pleased to offer a meal package for American Dairy Science Association delegates for the all inclusive price of $44.00Can. This includes breakfast and lunch on Monday June 23, breakfast and lunch on Tuesday June 24, and breakfast on Wednesday June 25. If you are staying off-campus, a meal package including lunches on Monday June 23 and Tuesday June 24 is available at the price of $26.00Can. Please indicate on the Campus Accommodation and Meal Package Form your meal package requirements. Also please indicate if you have any special dietary requirements (e.g. allergies/diabetes) and the University of Guelph will do its best to accommodate you. For those delegates arriving early and departing late, a full Continental Breakfast will be provided in the lobby of your Residence Hall. To enable us to serve you better, please indicate arrival and departure dates on the accommodation registration form. Children under 5 years old eat for free. |
| Payment | Payment for on-campus accommodations and meal packages will be accepted by personal
check (for Canadian participants only), money order, VISA, or MasterCard. Please note that all
accommodation and meal prices are in Canadian dollars and payment is to be made to the University
of Guelph in Canadian Funds. Advance payment in full for Residence Accommodation and
meal packages is required.
Accommodation Reservations for U of G Residence and reservations for Meal Packages should be directed to: Conference Services, 4th floor University Centre, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON N1G 2W1; Fax: (519) 837-8630. Please ensure that payment is included for those staying in residence and those purchasing a meal plan. Please use the Campus Accommodation and Meal Package Reservation Form. |
| Cancellations | Requests for refunds for Residence Accommodation and/or Meal Packages, must be submitted in WRITING to the Conference Manager, 4th floor University Centre, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON N1G 2W1. Refund requests will not be accepted after June 10, 1997 except for sympathetic reasons. These requests must still be in writing to the Conference Manager. |
| Food Service and Off-Campus Dining | Individuals housed on campus are encouraged to use the U of G dining facilities. If you prefer to dine in the city, a list of off-campus restaurants will be available upon arrival to the university campus. |
| Off-Campus Housing | The following hotels and motels listed have been blocked for ADSA delegates, so be sure
to mention that your reservations are for the ADSA Meeting. Select Guelph off-campus facilities
will be served by a shuttle bus to the campus (morning and evening). Special van service will
be available from the University Centre in the evenings.
***Please be sure to fill out the Survey of Transportation Requirements and send it back to Conference Services, 4th Floor, University Centre, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON N1G 2W1; FAX: (519) 837-8630. This will assist us in determining interest and need of shuttle services and will ensure sufficient shuttle services are offered.*** |
| Price Range (=Quality) Symbols: (in Canadian Dollars) $=$40-60, $$=$60-80, $$$=80-100 | ||||
| Facility | km from Meeting |
Number blocked |
Price/Night | Discount code and guarantee date |
| Holiday Inn 601 Scottsdale Rd. Guelph, ON N1G 3E7 Ph: (519) 824-4120 ext: 2558 Fax: (519) 837-8630 |
2.3 km | SOLD OUT |
$$$ | ADA-held until May 22/97 |
| College Inn 716 Gordon St. Guelph, ON N1G 1Y6 Ph: (519) 824-4120 ext: 2558 Fax: (519) 837-8630 |
.60 km | SOLD OUT |
$$ | #1940-held until May 6/97 |
| Days Inn 785 Gordon St. Guelph, ON N1G 1Y6 Ph: (519) 824-4120 ext: 2558 Fax: (519) 837-8630 |
.90 km | SOLD OUT |
$$ | American Dairy Association held until May 1/97 |
| Comfort Inn480 Silvercreek Guelph, ON N1H 7R5 Ph: (519) 763-1900; (800) 228-5150 Fax: (519) 763-8330 |
8.0 km | SOLD OUT |
$$ | American Dairy Association held until May 22/97 |
| Best Western Carden Place Hotel 106 Carden St. Guelph, ON N1H 3A3 Ph: (519) 836-1331 Fax: (519) 836-9627 |
2.6 km | SOLD OUT |
$$ | Dairy Association Meeting #15360 held until May 20/97 |
| Super 8 Motel Guelph 281 Woodlawn Rd. Guelph, ON N1H 7K7 Ph: (519) 836-5850 (800) 800-8000 Fax: (519) 836-5850 |
8.0 km | SOLD OUT |
$$ | ADSA |
| The following hotels are located in Cambridge which is approximately a 20 minute drive from Guelph. If you plan to make reservations at any of the Cambridge hotels and are not renting a car for your personal use, it is extremely important that you fill in the Survey of Transportation Requirements. We are prepared to offer a shuttle service from these hotels at a fee of $10.00can/day (2 way ticket) if there is a great enough need. | ||||
| Days Inn Cambridge
650 Hespeler Rd. Cambridge, ON N1R 6J8 Ph: (519) 622-1070 Fax: (519) 622-1512 |
19.5 km | 76 | $$ | ADSA |
| Desert Inn Cambridge Association
605 Hespeler Rd. Cambridge, ON N1R 6V3 Ph: (519) 622-1180 Fax: (519) 740-0630 |
20.2 km | 39 | $ | American Dairy Association ID #9552 held until June 9/97 |
| Super 8 Cambridge
730 Hespeler Rd. Cambridge, ON N3H 5l8 Ph: (519) 623-4600 Fax: (519) 623-2688 |
19.5 km | 60 | $ | American Dairy Assoc. Mtg. held until June 8/97 |
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The following hotels are located in Kitchener which is approximately a 30 minute drive
from Guelph. If your accommodation reservations are at any of the following Kitchener hotels and
you are not renting a car for personal use, it is extremely important that you fill in the
Survey of Transportation Requirements. We are prepared to offer a shuttle service from these hotels at a fee
of $10.00Can/day (2 way ticket) if there is a great enough need.
Please note that Dairyfest at Bingeman's is located in Kitchener therefore the following hotels are conveniently close to this event. |
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| Howard Johnson
1333 Weber Street Kitchener, ON N2A 1C2 Ph: (519) 893-1234 Fax: (519) 893-2100 |
35.5 km | 23 | $$ | Dairy A. held until May 21/97 |
| Holiday Inn
30 Fairway Road Kitchener, ON N2A 2N2 Ph: (519) 893-1211 Fax: (519) 894-8518 |
33 km | 20 | $$$ | American Dairy Association held until May 21/97 |
| Comfort Inn
2899 King Street East Kitchener, ON N2A 1A6 Ph: (519) 894-3500 Fax: (519) 894-1562 |
35 km | 20 | $$ | American Dairy Association held until May 21/97 |
| Delegates: Be sure to look for a finalized shuttle bus schedule in your Registration Package. | ||||
| Bed and Breakfasts | These facilities will not be serviced by the ADSA shuttle bus. When making reservations, you are advised to ask how far the facility is from the campus. | |
| London House Bed and Breakfast
80 London Rd. Guelph (519) 824-6874 |
The Oasis B & B 402 Ironwood Rd. Guelph (519) 822-0465 |
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| Willow Manor
408 Willow Rd. Guelph (519) 763-3574 |
Esperanza Farms Bed & Breakfast
4272 Watson Road (10-15 minutes away) Puslinch (519) 763-6385 |
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| Benjamin's Restaurant & Inn
17 King Street St. Jacob's (519) 644-3731 |
Carpenters House Bed & Breakfast
2 Isabella Street St. Jacob's (519) 644-2451 |
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| Countryside Manor Bed & Breakfast
39 Henry Street St. Jacobs (519) 644-2622 |
Blue Heron
106 John Street Rockwood (519) 856-2275 |
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| Col Strange House
238 Main Street Rockwood (519) 856-2138 |
Tallwood B & B RR #2 Rockwood (519) 856-2127 |
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| Country Spirit
62 Ash Street Eden Mills (519) 856-9879 |
Gingerbread House Country Inn B & B
22 Metcalfe Street Elora (519) 846-0521 |
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| Bristow's Inn
80 Arthur Street Elmira (519) 669-1604 |
Fyfield Manor Antiques
14 Hampton Street Elmira (519) 669-1303 |
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| Teddy Bear Bed & Breakfast
RR # 1 Elmira (519) 669-2379 |
Roots & Wings
11 Sunbridge Crescent Kitchener (519) 743-4557 |
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| Fieldstone Farm
RR # 1 Puslinch (519) 822-3178 |
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| Campgrounds | (It is recommended that delegates book well in advance for these campgrounds as many are very popular in the summer months.)
Bingeman Park: 1380 Victoria St. N., Kitchener, ON (located north west of Guelph, take Hwy 7 into Kitchener, turn right at the sign) 565 sites; E, W, & S, tenting available, wavepool, water slides, mini golf, and more. This is also the site of the Dairyfest on the night of June 23 and would be a perfect choice for those delegates with children. Phone: (519) 744-1555 Elora Gorge and Conservation Area: Elora City Rd. 21, Elora, ON (located north of Guelph, take Hwy 6, then Elora Rd. To Elora, first stop light, turn left, go ½ km (1/4 miles west); 550 sites; 150 E & W, dump station, canoe access to Grand River, 2-acre lake, swimming, hiking. Phone: (519) 846-9742 Guelph Lake Conservation Area: Outskirts of Guelph (located north of Guelph, take Victoria Rd., right on twp Rd. 6); 450 sites; 80 E & W, dump station, 3,971 acre lake, sailing, nature centre). Phone: (519) 824-5061 Guelph Township Recreational Park: County Rd. 30, Marden, ON (located north of Guelph, 2 km (1 mile) W off Hwy 6, on County Rd. 30); 138 sites; 151 E, 173 W, dump station, lake/river; Marden Creek; Phone: (519) 824-4470 KOA Toronto West: Campbellville, ON (located south east of Guelph, Hwy 401 east, take exit 312 north) Full hook-ups, tents, some pull-throughs; Phone: (905) 854-2495; 1-800-KOA-1523 Rockwood Conservation Area: Rockwood, ON (located on Hwy #7 east of Guelph); 100 sites; 30 E & W, dump station, swimming, fishing, canoe, and paddleboat, mini-golf, hiking. Phone: (519) 856-9543 |
| Provincial Parks | Guelph Recreation & Parks (519) 837-5618
Provincial Park Information 1-800-ONTARIO |
| Airport Shuttle Service | Only a forty-five minute drive west of Toronto's Pearson International Airport, Guelph is
very accessible from destinations worldwide. Pearson International Airport is a major "hub"
airport serviced by most major international airlines. Ground transportation services are available to
and from campus with Red Car Airport Service. Included in this package is a registration flyer
from Red Car Airport Service. This shuttle bus company will deliver delegates from Pearson
International Airport to their specific destination in Guelph. Delegates can complete the registration
form individually and send it to Red Car Airport Service directly, once travel arrangements have
been made. Delegates can book their return trip to Pearson International Airport in Toronto with Red
Car Airport Service when they are dropped off in Guelph. To facilitate smooth transportation
services, we ask that delegates book Red Car early.
Each terminal at Pearson International Airport has a Ground Transportation Desk. This is where delegates are to check in to meet their Red Car driver. Upon check-in, the Ground Transportation Desk Attendant will call your driver who will meet you inside the terminal to guide you to the Red Car Shuttle. Discounted fares have been negotiated for this event. Call Conventions in America 1-800-929-4242 and ask for Group #694. You will receive 5% - 10% off the lowest applicable fares on American Airlines, or the guaranteed lowest available fare on any carrier. All attendees booking through CIA will receive flight insurance and be entered in their bi-monthly drawing for worldwide travel for two on American Airlines! Call Conventions in America - 1-800-929-4242, ask for Group #694. If you call direct: American 1-800-433-1790, ask for Starfire #7867AB. NOTE: The meeting is being held at Guelph University in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. The nearest airport is Toronto, Canada, located about 35 miles from Guelph. | ||
| Rental Cars | Discount Car and Truck Rentals 291 Woodlawn N. Unit #12 |
(519) 837-3796 (800) 263-2355 |
Guelph Worldwide Reservations |
| Thrifty Car Rental 152 Wellington Rd. E. |
(519) 824-5300 (800) 367-2277 |
Guelph Worldwide Reservations |
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| Budget Rent a Car 42 Gordon Street |
(519) 821-6040 (800) 268-8900 |
Guelph Worldwide Reservations |
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| Hertz Car Rental 935 Woodlawn Rd. W. |
(519) 763-4508 (800) 263-0600 |
Guelph Worldwide Reservations |
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| Tilden Car Rental 895 Woodlawn Rd. W. |
(519) 824-5610 (800) 387-4747 (800) 268-7133 |
Guelph Worldwide Reservations Worldwide Reservations |
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| Dollar Rent A Car | (519) 766-9494 (800) 800-4000 |
Guelph Worldwide Reservations |
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| Sears Car and Truck Rental 42 Gordon Street |
(519) 822-5880 (800) 268-8900 |
Guelph Worldwide Reservations |
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| ABC Car and Truck Rentals 130 Silvercreek Parkway Unit # 21 |
(519) 763-0899 | Guelph | |
| Micwil Car and Truck Rentals 23 Wellington Street E. |
(519) 767-2011 | Guelph | |
| AVIS Car Rental | (800) 879-2847 | Worldwide Reservations | |
| Kelly Rent A Car 415 Woodlawn Rd. W. |
(519) 821-7500 | Guelph | |
| Ecars Rent A Car 450 Woodlawn Rd. W. Unit # 11 |
(519) 821-6001 (800) 329-8000 |
Guelph Worldwide Reservations |
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| Discount Car and Truck Rentals 2435 Eagle Street N. |
(519) 653-8081 | Cambridge | |
| Thrifty Car Rental | (519) 623-6411 | Cambridge | |
| Budget Rent A Car 1490 Dunbar Rd. |
(519) 623-6450 | Cambridge | |
| Ecars Rent A Car 2400 Eagle Street N. |
(519) 653-6909 | Cambridge | |
| Bus | Guelph is serviced by a commuter bus service from Toronto, leaving almost hourly from
the downtown "Grey-Coach Bus Terminal". The bus station in Guelph is located approximately 2
Km from the University of Guelph campus and is accessible by city transit or taxi. For further
information and bus schedules from Toronto to Guelph, please contact the Toronto Bus Station at
1-416-594-3310. For general passenger fares and schedule-courier information, please contact
Greyhound Lines of Canada Ltd. (141 Macdonell Street, Guelph) at 1-519-824-3570 or 1-800-
661-8747.
Pacific Western Transport is a bus service that runs to and from Pearson International Airport to the downtown Toronto Greyhound Lines. To reserve a seat on this shuttle, please call 1-800- 387-6787. |
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| Train | There is a twice daily train service to Guelph from Toronto (westbound) and to Guelph from Chicago (eastbound). The station is approximately 2 Km from campus and is easily accessible by city transit or taxi. For further information call Via Rail Train Information at 1-800-361-1235. | ||
| Taxi | Canadian Cab 88 Macdonell St., Guelph (519) 824-3110 |
Red Top Taxi 77 Macdonell St., Guelph (519) 821-1700 |
ACCESS Taxi 298 Woolwich St., Guelph (519) 836-7433 |
| Personal Automobile | Guelph is easily reached by auto route from all parts of Canada and the United States. The City
of Guelph is located 10 Km north of the McDonald-Cartier Freeway--Highway #401. The most
direct route to the University from Highway # 401 TRAVELLING WEST is via the Brock Road Exit
299 North (Regional Road 46). If driving from Toronto, do
not exit at the Guelph Line, but proceed to Brock Road Exit 299. Brock Road's name changes to Gordon Street once you are in Guelph.
The University of Guelph campus is adjacent to Gordon Street. Please see accompanying maps
and directions for your specific destination in the city of Guelph.
If approaching Guelph via Highway #401 TRAVELLING EAST, exit at Highway # 6 North to Guelph. Follow this to Stone Road. Turn right at this intersection and proceed East until you reach the University of Guelph campus. Please see accompanying maps for directions to your specific destination in the city of Guelph. |
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| On-Campus Parking | Delegates arriving at the University Centre to register for the ADSA Annual Meeting will be
directed to park in lot P 31 while they register. Parking Passes can be purchased at the Registration
Area (follow the signs once in the University Centre) at the table marked "Parking". Help us plan better!
Please indicate on the Survey of Transportation Needs if you will need a parking pass,
if you required a disabled parking pass, or if you will be travelling in an oversized vehicle.
The cost of a daily parking pass is $6.90 Can. per day ($6.00 + GST), payable on site. On Sunday June 22 parking regulations on campus will be somewhat relaxed, but it is important to note that parking regulations on campus are very strict Monday through Friday and your car will be ticketed (the cost of this fine =$15.00 Canadian funds) if the U of G Parking Pass is not clearly displayed in your front window. **CARS ARE NOT TO BE PARKED, AT ANY TIME, IN HANDICAP PARKING ZONES, PREMIUM PARKING AREAS, FIRE ROUTES, OR AT METERED PARKING WITHOUT PAYMENT** If you are staying in On-Campus Residence Accommodation, you will receive a free parking pass to be used in a designated lot closest to your accommodation. You will receive this pass at check-in and it should promptly be placed in the front window of your car. Delegates staying in hotels who will be driving to and from the ADSA Annual Meeting must purchase a daily parking pass. A shuttle bus service will be offered to the University of Guelph campus from select area hotels. This schedule will be posted in the information area in the University Centre Registration area. Looseleaf copies of this schedule will also be available. If you require a handicapped parking permit, please indicate this on the survey of transportation which is included in this package. Be sure to inquire at the ADSA Parking Table in the Registration Area should you have any questions or concerns about parking on campus. VIOLATION OF UNIVERSITY PARKING REGULATIONS WILL RESULT IN AN ENFORCEABLE PARKING TICKET AND/OR TOWING. |
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| Information Center | An information desk, including a Lost and Found and Message Center, will be located in the Registration Area in the University Centre Upper Courtyard. | ||
| Entering Canada | For US citizens entering Canada from the US, one of the following is required: proof of
citizenship such as a passport, birth certificate, or nationalization papers with photo identification.
Individuals from other countries should check with the Canadian Embassy in their area to see what papers are necessary to enter Canada. |
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| Important Telephone Numbers | Registration Desk, University Centre | (519) 824-4120 extension 8081 | |
| Emergency-Fire-Police-Medical | |||
| On-campus | All Services Student Health Services |
extension 2000 extension 2131 |
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| Off-campus | Police (Guelph City) Fire Ambulance |
911 or 824-1212 911 911 |
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| Poison Control Centre | 1-800-268-9017 | ||
| Guelph General Hospital | (519) 822-5350 | ||
| Emergency Department | (519) 837-6420 | ||
| After Hours Clinic (Stone Road Mall) | (519) 837-2550 | ||
| Campus Information Services | extension 2652 | ||
| Guelph Tourism Connection | (519) 837-1335 | ||
| Community Information | (519) 821-0632 | ||
| Red Car to Airport | (519) 824-9344 | ||
| City Buses | (519) 822-1811 | ||
| University of Guelph Switchboard | 0 (on-campus) (519) 824-4120 (off-campus) |
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| Lambton Hall 24 hour residence desk | extension 8121 | ||
| CAA Emergency Road Service | (519) 836-2727 *CAA (from cellular phone) |
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All incidents requiring medical attention should be reported first to University of Guelph campus police at extension 2245. They will determine whether treatment is available on campus at Student Health Services or whether the situation requires transport to Guelph General Hospital at (519) 822-5350, emergency 911. Please note that the University of Guelph adheres to a non-smoking policy in all campus buildings except in designated areas. |
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| Recreational Facilities | Campus facilities for swimming, tennis, squash, weight room, etc. will be available for use by ADSA Meeting Registrants during the posted Athletic Facilities Summer Hours. Proof of registration, such as a name tag will be required for entry. | ||
| Publicity/Public Relations/Media | Tables will be set up in University Center Room 103 for members of the press wishing to cover the 1997 ADSA Annual Meeting. The telephone number where a message can be taken (or recorded) is (519) 824-4120 extension 8081. |
| Placement Center | A Placement Center will be located in Peter Clark Hall in the University Centre. Employers
are invited to submit 20 copies of all position descriptions and prospective employees are invited
to submit 30 copies of brief (2-page) résumés prior to the meeting. The job announcements
and résumés will be organized into the following categories (please indicate preference) for
posting and distribution.
Animal Health Mail job postings and résumés to the attention of Diane Haddow, ADSA 1997 Co-ordinator, Room 135 Animal and Poultry Science, University of Guelph, Guelph, ON N1G 2W1. Should you have any questions please contact Diane Haddow, ADSA Coordinator by phone at (519) 824-4120 extension 2583 or E-mail: 97ADSA@aps.uoguelph.ca. |
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ARPAS CEUs -- The ADSA Annual Meeting is approved for up to 20 continuing education
units (CEUs) for American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists certification requirements.
AVMA CEUs -- The ADSA Annual Meeting is approved for up to 20 continuing education units (CEUs) for members of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Letters can be picked up at the ADSA on-site registration desk. |
| Opening Program |
This year the ADSA Awards Program, which traditionally has been held on Tuesday
evening, will be included in the Opening Session Program. The Opening Session and
Awards Ceremony will be held in War Memorial Hall on Sunday evening, June 22 from 7:30 p.m.
to 9:00 p.m. A brief host welcome, the ADSA Presidential Address, Guest Opening
Session Speaker, and presentation of ADSA Awards highlight the program. The Opening
Session featured speaker will be Dr. John R. Campbell, President Emeritus and Professor of
Animal Science, Oklahoma State University. The topic of his address will be "Land-Grant Legacy
in Retrospect and Prospect." The Opening Session Speaker is sponsored by the
ADSA Foundation.
This will be followed by the Opening Reception in Peter Clark Hall in the University Centre from 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.. The event will include hot and cold hors d'oeuvres, as well as a cash bar. The theme of the night is planned to be "Ontario Products", with enjoyable interludes from the Bartlett Duo, a classical strings duo. The evening will also include an "all-Canadian raffle". Raffle tickets for this event will be included in all registration packages. All meeting participants, families, and friends are welcome. *War Memorial Hall has seating for 660 delegates only. On the basis of previous attendance this seating capacity should be adequate. We do not however, want to disappoint anyone who wishes to attend so please help us plan by indicating your interest in attending the Opening Program on the Registration Form. |
| Poster Sessions | The poster sessions for the Production Division will be located in Peter Clark Hall in the University Centre (lower level). This is the same area as the ADSA commercial exhibits. The posters for the Dairy Foods Division will be located in the Life Time Learning Centre (part of the Ontario Veterinary College). Poster sessions will be on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday. Posters will be staffed by a presenter at times designated in the scientific program, but will be available for viewing from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the day on which the session is scheduled. |
| ADSA Foundation Lectureship | The 1997 ADSA Foundation Lecturer will be Kempton L. Matte, President and CEO, National Dairy Council of Canada. The topic of his address will be "Repercussions down Dairy Lane . . . The NAFTA/WTO Factor." The lectureship is scheduled for Monday, June 23 at 10:00 a.m in War Memorial Hall. This event is open to all meeting registrants. |
| Dairyfest | "Oktoberfest in June" will promise a night of fun for all. On Monday, June 23, at 5:00 p.m.
delegates will be shuttled from MacDonald Hall circle at the University of Guelph to Bingeman's
in nearby Kitchener. Delegates will enjoy a night of traditional Bavarian-style Oktoberfest
food, dancers, an official Keg-Tapping ceremony, and entertainment by the Grammy Award
winning King of Polka, Walter Ostanek. Supper will be served at 7:00 p.m., followed by the keg tapping
at 8:00 p.m. Be sure to register for this major social event on the
Registration Form. Cost:
**Please note alternate program is available at Bingeman's for children. See the Youth Program information section. |
| Fun Auction | A "fun" auction sponsored by the ADSA Foundation will be held after dinner. Proceeds from
the auction will support the Foundation, helping ADSA achieve its goals. Items will be on display
at Bingeman Park. For information please contact Nicole Strunk at (217) 356-3182. See the Auction Catalog.
Polka will follow the Fun Auction with buses returning to Guelph at intervals as delegates run out of steam on the dance floor. |
| Town Hall Meeting | A Town Hall meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 24 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Ontario Veterinary Cafeteria. The agenda includes a brief presentation on the Federation concept with a question and answer session to follow. Here's your chance to ask questions about the Federation concept as well as other concerns regarding ADSA. Talk to the Board members one on one while you enjoy snacks and a cash bar. This event is open to all meeting registrants. |
| Ice Cream Social Aggie Pub |
An Ice Cream Social and Aggie Pub will be held on Tuesday June 24 in Peter Clark Hall in
the University Centre. On Tuesday night delegates are invited to dine on-campus on a
cash-only basis or to enjoy one of the many fine dining facilities the city of Guelph has to offer. Don't
forget to save room for dessert because after dinner, we welcome all delegates to attend the free
ice cream social that will commence at approximately 7:30 p.m. At about 9:30 p.m. the hall will
be converted to a discotheque, a cash bar will be opened and delegates are invited to experience
a traditional University of Guelph Aggie Pub. Other options will include the Iowa State social
and cash bars at other locations within the University Centre and its environs.
The cost of the Aggie Pub will be $5.00US per person. To register, check the "Aggie Pub" box on the Registration Form and add $5.00US per person attending this event to your Registration Check. It is very important that you mark your attendance for this program so that we can plan appropriately. |
| Iowa State University Social | If you traditionally attend the ISU Social, be sure to register for it on the Registration Form. This event will be held on Tuesday June 24 from 8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. in the University Club, University Centre. A cash bar and munchies will be available at this event. |
Commercial ExhibitsGo to: |
More than 30 companies, agencies, and allied associations exhibit annually at the American
Dairy Science Association Annual Meeting. The exhibiting program is an integral part of the
ADSA meeting, bridging industry with academia. Exhibits are a forum for presenting the latest
information, instrumentation, and publications of importance to dairy scientists.
Exhibits will share Peter Clark Hall in the University Centre with the Production Division poster sessions. Each exhibiting firm will be given two free meeting registrations for each table reserved. |
| Who Should Exhibit? | You should exhibit at the ADSA Meeting if you supply any of the following:
*Artificial Insemination and Embryo Transfer Equipment and Supplies
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| Exhibit Rates & Schedules | All exhibits will be tabletop; all tables are 6'- $400.
All exhibiting firms that have signed up and paid for exhibit space by May 1, 1997 will be listed in the official 1997 program, ADSA Annual Meeting Program and Abstracts. Materials regarding shipping, etc., will be mailed to confirmed exhibitors in May. For more information, consult the Exhibiting Application contact ADSA Headquarters. |
2. Accessibility to electrical outlets is limited. Exhibitor must indicate need for power source on the reverse. Excessive power requirements (beyond lighting, etc.) must be approved by ADSA.
3. Exhibitors are prohibited from making sales that result in the exchange of merchandise and/or money in the exhibit hall.
4. All tables must be set up and ready for the official opening of the exhibit hall at the time specified in the exhibit prospectus. Exhibitors are not to begin breaking down tables before the official closing time as specified in the exhibit prospectus.
5. ADSA reserves the right to uncrate and set up any exhibit display that is on the floor, near its table, but has not been uncrated by the hour before the opening time. This does not apply to packing boxes of the exhibitor's product but to table structures (shelving, backdrops, etc.). The exhibitor will be billed for labor and other costs involved.
6. Exits and aisles must be clear of boxes and materials during show hours. Electrical lines must be accessible at all times. Under no circumstances are exhibitors to leave packing cases, materials, etc. in view.
7. Nothing shall be attached to any of the pillars, walls, doors, floors, etc. so as to deface or destroy the property. The use of cellophane or masking tape or similar products on painted or papered surfaces is specifically prohibited. All posters, signs, and similar advertisements should be posted on billboards designed for that purpose. Nails, hooks, tacks, and screws must not be driven into pillars, walls, doors, floors, etc.
8. Exhibits must be designed and erected in such a manner as to avoid blocking the view of adjacent exhibits. Also, audiovisual equipment used in exhibits may not be operated in a manner that will disturb other exhibitors.
9. All demonstrations or other sales activities in the exhibit must be confined to the limits of an exhibitor's own exhibit space.
10. Character of the exhibits is subject to approval of the ADSA Board of Directors. The right is reserved to refuse applications of concerns not meeting standards required or expected, as well as the right to curtail or to close exhibits or parts of exhibits that reflect unfavorably on the character of the meeting. This applies to displays, literature, advertising novelties, souvenirs, conduct of persons, etc.
11. Exhibitor assumes entire responsibility and with this agrees to protect, indemnify, defend and save the American Dairy Science Association (ADSA), University of Guelph, and its employees and agents harmless against all claims, losses and damages to persons or property, governmental charges or fines and attorney's fees arising out of or caused by Exhibitor's installation, removal, maintenance, occupancy or use of the exhibiting premises or a part thereof, excluding any such liability caused by the sole negligence of University of Guelph. In addition, Exhibitor acknowledges that ADSA and University of Guelph do not maintain insurance covering Exhibitor's property and that it is the sole responsibility of the Exhibitor to obtain business interruption and property damage insurance covering such losses by the Exhibitor.
12. Each exhibitor is charged with knowledge of and compliance with all laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to health, fire prevention and public safety. All table decorations must be flame-proof and all hangings must clear the floor. Electrical wiring must conform with National Electrical Code Safety Rules.
| Committee | Title | Date | Time |
| Physiology and Milk Synthesis | Optimizing Protein Nutrition for Reproduction and Lactation* | Sun. June 22 | 12:00-5:00 |
| Extension and Education | Putting Nutrition Research into Application on the Farm | Mon. June 23 | 8:00-12:00 |
| Dairy Cattle Improvement | Symposium in Honor of Prof. Charles Smith on Breeding Objectives and Strategies | Mon. June 23 | 8:00-5:00 |
| Foundation Lectureship | Repercussions down Dairy Lane...The NAFTA/WTO Factor | Mon. June 23 | 10:00-11:00 |
| Marschall Rhône-Poulenc | International Dairy Science Award Lecture | Mon. June 23 | 11:00-12:00 |
| Milk Proteins and Enzymes | Casein Micelle Structure: Modern Approaches to an Age Old Problem* | Mon. June 23 | 1:00-5:00 |
| Extension and Education | Contemporary Topics Session: Undergraduate Teaching Beyond 2000 | Mon. June 23 | 1:00-3:30 |
| Health | Emerging Health Issues | Mon. June 23 | 1:00-5:00 |
| Nutrition | Evaluation of Quantitative Estimates for Meeting Amino Acid Requirements of Dairy Cows | Mon. June 23 | 1:00-5:00 |
| Management | Jay-Good Acres Decision Case | Mon. June 23 | 1:00-3:30 |
| Dairy Foods Division | Biofilms: Development and Control | Tues. June 24 | 8:00-10:45 |
| Management and Extension and Education | Contemporary Topic Session: Animal Care | Tues. June 24 | 8:30-11:00 |
| Extension and Education | Contemporary Topic Session | Tues. June 24 | 8:30-11:00 |
| Physiology | Contemporary Topic Session: GnRH/Prostaglandin for Estrous Synchronization | Tues. June 24 | 1:00-5:00 |
| Management | Practical Considerations of Transition Cow and Calf Management | Tues. June 24 | 1:00-4:00 |
| Dairy Foods Division | National Dairy Research Center Symposium on Cheese Flavor: Starters and Starter Adjuncts | Tues. June 24 | 1:00-5:00 |
| ADSA Board | Town Hall Meeting | Tues. June 24 | 5:00-7:00 |
| Dairy Foods Division | Functional Nutritional Attributes of Milkfat* | Wed. June 25 | 8:00-10:30 |
| Extension and Education | Roundtable Discussion: Extension Teaching Beyond 2000 | Wed. June 25 | 8:00-10:00 |
| Nutrition | Roundtable Discussion: Approaches for the Next NCR Nutrient Requirements for Dairy Cattle | Wed. June 25 | 8:00-11:00 |
| *See further information following this schedule. | |||
| Physiology and Milk Synthesis Symposium | The Physiology and Milk Synthesis Production Division Program Committees are sponsoring
a symposium entitled: Optimizing Protein Nutrition for Reproduction and Lactation. The
symposium will be held Sunday June 22 from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. A separate registration fee of
$10.00US is required to attend this symposium as indicated on the general registration form. Listed
below are the titles and speakers for the symposium.
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| Milk Proteins and Enzymes Committee | The Milk Proteins and Enzymes Committee is sponsoring a symposium entitled: Casein
Micelle Structure: Modern Approaches to an Age Old Problem. The symposium will be held Monday,
June 23 from 1:15 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Listed below are the sponsors, titles, and speakers for the
symposium.
Sponsors: Dairy Management Inc., Dean Foods, Kraft, Inc., Mid-America Dairymen, Inc.
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| Dairy Foods Division Milkfat Symposium | The Dairy Foods Division is sponsoring a symposium entitled: Functional and Nutritional
Attributes of Milkfat. The symposium will be held Wednesday, June 25 from 8:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m.
Listed below are the titles and speakers for the symposium.
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| Golf Tournament | The Victoria Road East Golf Course will be the site of this year's ADSA Golf Tournament. Tee-off time will be 10:00 a.m. on Sunday June 22 rain or shine. Victoria Park offers 6600 yard, par
71 course. Par cards and towels are provided for all participants. Registration includes green
fees and a steak dinner. Registration fee is $65.00 in Canadian funds.
To register for the ADSA Golf Tournament, please fill out the golf registration form and submit with payment. The golf tournament will commence only if there is adequate registration. Deadline for Registration is Friday May 30, 1997. |
| Fun Run | The 1997 ADSA Fun Run will be held Tuesday June 24 at 6:00 a.m. rain or shine. The relatively flat course will start at the University Centre near registration area. Runners will assemble at 6:00 a.m. for instructions with a 6:15 a.m. start. Runners will proceed, via South Ring and East Ring Roads, to the University of Guelph's distinctive Arboretum. Once in the Arboretum, runners will pick up the Trillium Trail (the trillium is Ontario's heritage flower), a 2-km loop which passes through many plant collections. Runners will meet back at the registration area in the University Centre once they have completed their run.
There will be awards for the fastest male, fastest female, fastest runner under 40, fastest runner over 40, closest predicted time-male and female, and a special division for those heftier runners!! The run is approximately 5.5 km in length; be sure to include your predicted time on the FUN RUN Participation Form! Entry fee is $15.00 Canadian funds. This covers costs of refreshments and T-shirts. To register, please complete the participation form and return it to the address on the form with payment. |
| Meeting Shirts | Official ADSA meeting sweat shirts with the 1997 ADSA Meeting logo in red and white will be available on-site (subject to availability). Order early to secure a shirt and save!! Sweat shirts are high quality 9 oz. 90% cotton/10% polyester. You can order when you advance register for the meeting and save $2.00. Advance order sweat shirt price: $18.00US; on-site shirt price: $20.00US. |
| SELF-GUIDED TOURS | |
| WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25 | |
| 1. Guelph Food Technology Centre - One Stop Shopping for the Food Industry. The centre is a non-profit, industry-driven corporation located on the campus of the University of Guelph to help food entrepreneurs and companies conduct product development, technology transfer and technical training. Since January 1, 1995, the centre has conducted over 50 training programs and conferences with over a thousand registrants. Tour times begin on the hour at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. on June 25. Please indicate on your registration form if you wish to take this tour. | |
| 2. Ontario Agriculture and Food Laboratory Services Centre - on Stone Road in Guelph. The Centre features state-of-the-art technology and equipment in over 30 specialized laboratory units which offers a single source approach for chemistry based and microbiological analyses of food, agricultural products and environmental samples. There will be only one tour beginning at 1:00 pm on June 25. Please indicate on your registration form if you wish to take this tour because name cards must be made up before your arrival, for security purposes. | |
| GUIDED TOURS | |
| ***Please note that the following tour prices are listed in US funds and all tours are based on sufficient registration and may be consolidated or cancelled.*** | |
| SUNDAY JUNE 22: TOUR A | |
| 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Elora Dairy Research Centre. The research herd of the University of Guelph will include a tour of the facilities and a summary of research projects that have recently finished and that are ongoing. | |
| AL-TOM-MAR Farm. A new farm, new buildings only one year in operation with 65 cows in a 82 free-stall housing unit milking in a double 6 parlour. Farming 165 acres and renting another 140 acres, this farm represents the trend in Canadian dairy farms towards free-stall housing and larger herd size being started by immigrants from the Netherlands and Germany. | |
| Cost of Tour A is $26.00US Please mark your attendance on the registration form and include payment in your check. | |
| WEDNESDAY, JUNE 25: TOUR B | |
| 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Oak Knoll Farms. A family farm of 200 acres established in 1955 milking 40 cows in a tie stall barn with a DeLaval pipeline system. The rolling herd average for production is 206 BCA for milk, 214 BCA fat, and 213 BCA protein. Feeds are mixed grain with 18% protein, haylage, baleage, and dry hay. The owners have acquired two Master Breeder Shields (1972, 1994), and have sold bulls to AI units in Canada and internationally. | |
| Hollywell Holsteins. Milking 42 cows with average production figures (BCA) of 200 for milk, 204 for fat yield, and 210 for protein yield. A tie stall, pipeline system of milking is used. About 160 acres are cropped with 30 acres in corn, 25 acres in pasture, and the rest in grass and alfalfa. The All American, All Canadian Junior 2-yr-old for 1996 resides here. | |
| Cost of Tour B is $26.00US Please mark your attendance on the registration form and include payment in your check. | |
| THURSDAY, JUNE 26: TOUR C | |
| 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ONTOWA Farm. Milking 40 cows averaging 9600 kg milk. After feeding rumensin for a couple of months the herd is producing 4% butterfat and 3.4% protein. Total mixed rations have been fed since July 1996. All cattle are homebred and only Canadian AI sires are used. | |
| Coopon Flora Farm. Only 2 years in operation, milking 180-190 purebred Holsteins in free stall barns, with an additional 200 young stock. Milking in a double 10 herringbone parlour, the herd averages 10,200 litres of milk at 3.7% butterfat and 3.35% protein. The farm is on 210 acres with 60 acres in corn and the remainder in alfalfa. Silage is stored in tower silos. | |
| Lunch at the Stone Crock at 1:00 p.m. | |
| Dennis & Helen Martin Farm. With only 96 acres, this farm buys a lot of feed for the 50 milking cows. A tie stall, pipeline milking system for cows on total mixed rations. | |
| Cost of Tour C is $45.00US Please mark attendance on the registration form and include payment in your check. | |
Student Affiliate Housing Headquarters: North Residence, University of Guelph campus
To make lodging and meal reservations with the University of Guelph, use the Campus Accomodation and Meal Plan Registration Form. Payment must be included in your reservation form to ensure that a room is secured for you. MARK CLEARLY ON YOUR RESERVATION FORM THAT YOU ARE PARTICIPATING IN THE STUDENT AFFILIATE DIVISION.
| Hospitality Room | The hospitality lounge, located in the 2nd floor lounge in the University Centre offers adults a
place to relax, get acquainted, and enjoy light refreshments. Information on scheduled ADSA
activities and meetings and highlights of the Guelph area will be posted and/or available here. The
hospitality room is in the immediate vicinity of the ADSA Registration Area, meeting rooms, and
the departure and return location for the bus tours.
Hours: |
| Tours | All tours will depart and return at the University Centre entrance. |
| ***Please note that all tours are based on sufficient interest; tours may be consolidated if registrations for the individual tours are inadequate.*** | |
| Monday, June 23 | |
| Royal Botanical Gardens--Hamilton (Depart at 9:30 a.m.; return 3:30 p.m.) The Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG), an international showcase and one of the world's largest botanic gardens, has something to delight everyone. In June, the rose garden is ablaze with 2 acres of roses as well as clematis, lilies, medicinal plants, and peonies. The iris collection features 250,000 blooms. Cost: $45.00 US funds per person. Includes transportation, admission to the spectacular gardens, a guided tour, and lunch. | |
| Mennonites of Ontario's Pennsylvania German Country & Elora (Depart at 9:30 a.m.; return at 3:30 p.m.) This guided tour travels through charming towns and the rich farmlands of the Grand and Conestoga River Valleys. Your accompanying guide will tell you about the Mennonite farms, crafts, and customs. This tour will stop in Elora; the once bustling mill town with its restored turn-of-the-century buildings, now housing an interesting variety of stores. On this tour you will also visit St. Jacobs; a town with distinct Mennonite flavor, historic buildings, and numerous craft speciality and antique stores. See horse drawn buggies throughout Waterloo County. Cost: $55.00 US funds per person. Includes transportation, guided tour, lunch, and applicable admissions. | |
| Tuesday, June 24 | |
| McMichael Canadian Art Collection and Kleinburg (Depart at 9:30 a.m.; return at 5:00 p.m.) Enjoy a guided tour of this superb showcase of Canadian art which features one of the most important collections of paintings by the Group of Seven. You can also view other Canadian art and sculptures, including work by Aboriginal artists. The McMichael Gallery overlooks the Humber River Valley and has a wonderful gift shop with many unique items. This tour will also include a stop in the attractive and well-preserved village of Kleinburg. You will have time to browse and shop in the antique shops, quaint stores, and tea rooms. Cost: $45.00 US funds per person. Includes transportation, admission and guided tour of McMichael Gallery, and lunch. | |
| Winery Tour (Depart at 9:30 a.m.; return at 5:00 p.m.) Winding through Niagara's vineyards, "The Wine Route", takes you to Niagara Peninsula, one of Canada's main wine producing areas. On this tour you will visit some estate and award winning wineries as well as historic sites. Observe the process by which grapes become wine as you have a private tour and tasting. Please note that registration for this tour will be on a first come first served basis. Maximum 70 participants. Cost: $55.00 US funds per person. Includes transportation, admission to and guided tours of the winery, wine tasting, and lunch. | |
| A Day in Toronto (Depart at 9:30 a.m.; return at 5:30 p.m.) A bus service will be offered for those delegates who would like to shop, dine, and explore downtown Toronto on their own. A coach will leave the University Centre at 9:30 a.m. and head to the Eaton Centre in downtown Toronto. From here delegates will be on their own until 4:15 p.m. when the coach will pick you up for your return trip to the University of Guelph. Cost: $20.00 US funds per person. | |
| General Instructions for Parents |
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| Child care will be provided at the University of Guelph Campus Child Care and Learning Centre. This centre is located at East Ring and Arboretum Roads. Parents are responsible for transporting their children to and from the child care facility. Children will participate in an enjoyable combination of free play and activities planned and supervised by preschool professionals. Activities will include crafts, music, and games. An enclosed outdoor playground, equipped with swings, slide, and climbing equipment is also available. | |||
| Children can be accommodated in the child care facility for a full or half day. Parents are responsible for providing diapers, wipes, bottles, and baby food for infants. Lunch and snacks will be provided for all other children at the facility. Any other special dietary needs must be provided by the parents. Child care is available on Monday June 23 and Tuesday June 24 from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on Wednesday June 25 from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | |||
| PRE-REGISTRATION FOR CHILD CARE IS REQUIRED. | |||
| To register your child, please fax the child care form located at the back of the information booklet to Conference Services at (519) 837-8630. | |||
| Cost | Full Day | Half Day | |
| Infant (3-18 months) | $46.00 (Canadian $) | $23.50 (Canadian $) | |
| Toddler (19-30 months) | $37.00 (Canadian $) | $19.00 (Canadian $) | |
| Pre-school (2.5-5 years) | $32.50 (Canadian $) | $16.50 (Canadian $) | |
| Half days are 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. | |||
| Sunday, June 22 | Pool Party, University of Guelph Mitchell Athletic Centre (7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.). The pool, hot tub, and gymnasium will be available for relaxing, swimming, and playing basketball or volleyball. We will also have time for snacks and a drink afterwards. Parents are also welcome to join us. Cost is $7.00 US funds per person. |
| Monday, June 23 | Mini Gryphon Activity Camp, University of Guelph Mitchell Athletic Centre (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Youth will enjoy a day of sports, games, crafts, and other activities at the University, organized and supervised by Gryphon Activity Camp counsellors. A hot lunch will also be provided. Cost is $20.00 US funds per child. |
| Bingeman's Family Playground, Kitchener, Ontario (5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.). Children will travel to Bingeman's on the buses with their parents. Upon arrival they will be met, given an armband, and taken by chaperones for dinner and to enjoy the waterpark, miniature golf, bumper boats, go-karts, and a children's playhouse. Children younger than 6 years are welcome to join us and will be supervised in the children's playhouse after eating. The park is open until dusk, at which time children will be dropped off at Marshall Hall to meet their parents and return to Guelph on the buses. Depart Macdonald Hall Circle. Cost is $12.00 US funds per child. | |
| Crawford Lake Indian Village and Conservation Area and Mountsberg Conservation Area & Raptor Centre, Milton, Ontario (9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) Visit a reconstructed fifteenth century Iroquoian village and learn about "Life in the Longhouse" through slides, games, and other activities. Learn about the "birds of prey" through slides and a guided tour of the wildlife walkway. See birds of prey in action in the outdoor amphitheatre. A boxed lunch will be eaten at Crawford Lake and we may have some time to hike after lunch. Wear comfortable shoes. Cost is $20.00 US funds per child. |
The Guelph area is known for its music festivals. Blues, Folk, Rock, Jazz, and Classical music thrive here in the heart of Festival Country tourism region. Art and craft shows, antique dealers, and the farmer's market are often a part of Guelph's lively atmosphere. Conservation areas, parks and sports facilities provide indoor and outdoor fun for people of all ages. The city's sports clubs, including Guelph Storm Hockey and Guelph Royals Baseball, have enjoyed great success over the years.
Cafes, pubs, and restaurants beckon visitors to relax and soak up the Guelph atmosphere. The compact downtown and variety of malls offer a wide range of unique shopping opportunities.
| Area Attractions | Guelph Civic Museum illustrates the history of Guelph from pre-settlement to the present. Open 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. daily, except Dec. 25, 26, Jan. 1, and Good Friday; Admission: Adults $2Can, Seniors, Students & Children (under 12) $1Can, Children 4 & under free, Family Rate $5Can. 6 Dublin Street South (at Waterloo) Phone: (519) 836-1221. |
| McCrae House is the birthplace of Col. John McCrae, respected physician, military officer, and author of the poem "In Flanders Fields". Exhibits include memorabilia from his life and artifacts of the McCrae family home. Open 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. daily, except Dec. 24-26, 31, Jan. 1, and Good Friday; Admission: Adults $2Can, Seniors, Students & Children (under 12) $1Can, Children 4 & under free, Family Rate $5Can. 108 Water Street Phone: (519) 836-1482 or 836-1221. | |
| *Day Pass for both Guelph Civic Museum and McCrae House: Adults $4Can, Seniors, Students & Children (under 12) $2Can, Family Rate $6Can. | |
| Church of our Lady is a magnificent landmark, built in 1888. This church is situated on a hill overlooking Guelph's downtown core; the Gothic style and Cathedral proportions of its architecture are majestic. Open to public viewing during non-service hours. Norfolk at Macdonell Streets. | |
| Goldie Mill Ruins is the site of Guelph's first saw mill which was built in 1847 on the banks of the Speed River at Goldie Mill Park. It was later operated as a flour mill, tannery, distillery, and piggery until it was partially destroyed by fire in 1864. Restored by the Goldie family , it stands today as a testament to Guelph's rural historic past. Cardigan at Norwich Streets. | |
| Covered Bridge The Town Lattice Covered Footbridge was built in June 1992 near the junction of the Speed and Eramosa Rivers by 400 timber-framers who were gathered in Guelph. Access the bridge from York Rd. or Gordon Street. The bridge is based on an original design from the 1800s and it is one of only two in all of Ontario. Compare it to the restored West Montrose covered bridge, just a short drive north from Guelph off Elmira Road. | |
| Wellington County Museum & Archives Explore the cultural heritage of south-western Ontario. Landmark limestone structure built in 1877, contemporary art, cultural and historical exhibits, and special events. This museum also holds extensive archival resources of local and family history. Museum 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Weekdays, 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Weekends & Holidays; Archives 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Weekdays. Appointments recommended. RR #1 Fergus, Between Fergus & Elora on County Rd #18 Phone: (519) 846-0916. | |
| Walking Tours | Guelph Arts Council's Historical Walking Tours Guided tours narrated with interesting stories include: Where Guelph Began, Downtown Walkabout, The Slopes of the Speed, Altar and Hearth in Victorian Guelph, and Brooklyn & the College Hill. Various Sunday afternoons May - October with a 2:00 p.m. start; $2Can guided tour, $4Can for tour books. Contact Guelph Arts Council at (519) 836-3280. |
| University of Guelph Campus Please call (519) 824-4120 Campus Tours extension 6302 or drop in to the University Centre Information to pick up a map. | |
| Art Galleries | Barber Gallery 167 Suffolk St. W. 824-0310
Ed Video Media Arts Centre 16A Wyndham St. N. 836-9811 Guelph Exchange Gallery 28 Cardigan St. 822-9107 Guelph Artisans 55 Wyndham St. Eaton Centre Lower 766-9714 Macdonald Stewart Art Centre 358 Gordon St. 837-0010 Nicholson's Gallery Wellington Cty Rd #22 763-5851 Service Hardware Gallery 25 Macdonell St. 822-7409 Wyndham Art Supplies & Gallery 164 Wyndham St. N. 767-1317 Zavitz Hall Gallery University of Guelph 824-4120 extension 2413 |
| Antiques | Aberfoyle Antique Market 1.5 miles N of Hwy #401 on Brock Rd. 763-1077
Antiques Etc. 150 Wyndham N 823-2899 Bailey, Dan Auctions 467 Elmira Rd. N 823-1107 Boszack Antiques RR #1 Ariss 767-0531 Collage 90 Macdonell 824-3746 Forbes John RR #2 Guelph 824-1842 Galleries La Finesse 20 Macdonell 821-5850 Gramma's Attic 808 York 837-0980 Old is Beautiful RR #1 Moffat (905) 854-0809 Rainbarrel Antiques RR #1 Rockwood (519) 856-4329 Rockwood Antique Market 132 Main Rockwood (519) 856-9044 Village Antiques 36 Main N Campbellville (905) 854-0669 39 Main Street Antiques Campbellvile (905) 854-1244 |
| Conservation Areas | Grand River Conservation Authority: Rockwood, Belwood Lake, Elora Gorge, Elora
Quarry, Conestogo Lake. For information call: (519) 621-2761
Halton Region Conservation Authority: Crawford Lake, Rattle Snake Point, Mountsberg, Hilton Falls. For information call: (905) 336-1158. |
| Recreation | Kortright Waterfowl Park: 200 birds representing 90 species of waterfowl and other wildlife.
Interpretive displays, observation tower, nature trails and picnic area. March 1 - October 31. 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Sat./Sun./Holidays. Nominal fee. 305 Niska Rd. off Kortright; Phone: 824-6729.
Riverside Park features a floral mechanical clock, a restored carousel, minirail, and paddle boats for children. There is also a scale model of the John Galt house and gardens. Snack bar, picnic areas, playing fields, band shell. Woolwich, south of Woodlawn. Admission (for rides) $1Can. Phone: 837-5618. |
| Hiking/Biking | Campers & Hikers Assoc. 822-1023
Cycling Club 837-1732 Field Naturalists, Guelph 824-9484 Guelph Off-Road Bicycling Association c/o Speed River Bicycle 824-9371 Guelph Trail Club 824-4562 Rails to Trails 837-8919 Rec & Parks, City of Guelph 837-5618 Young Naturalists, Guelph 824-9484 |
| Spectator Sports | Guelph Royal Baseball 823-1863
Gryphons, U of G 824-4120 extension 6138 |
| Golf | Cutten Club 824-2650
Executive Fairways 824-1551 Guelph Country Club 824-2741 Springfield 821-4653 Victoria Park Golf Club East 821-2211 Victoria Park Golf Club West 821-1441 |
| Mini Golf | Pergola Driving Range, Mini Golf 821-5500
Camino de Piedra Golf Gardens 836-4653 |
| Tennis | Courts Information 837-5625 |
| Boating/Swimming | Guelph Lake Outfitters 763-7545
Kayak Club 767-0945 River Rat Rentals 837-5625 Rockwood Outfitters 824-1415 Sailing & Boating Club 822-7322 Sailing Club, Belwood Lake 821-9972 Scuba Diving Club 821-2947 Swimming Pools 837-5622 YMCA-YWCA 824-5150 |
| Other Nearby Attractions | Centre for Birds of Prey, Mountsberg, 4 km West of Campbellville (905) 336-1158
Electric Railway Museum, Guelph Line Exit #312, 15 km N of 401 (519) 856-9802 Ontario Agricultural Museum, Hwy 401 Exit Guelph Line or Hwy 25 North & Follow Signs (905) 878-8151 African Lion Safari, Hwy 6 South, of 401 to Safari Road (519) 623-2620 Mohawk Raceway, Guelph Line N. of 401 1-800-675-7223 |
The City of Guelph is in close proximity to many of the major sites and attractions in southern Ontario, making it a perfect start off point for a variety of day excursions. These could include: |
| NIAGARA REGION | Niagara Falls -- approximately 80 minutes from Guelph. This world renowned area is host to many attractions including its most famous --Niagara Falls. Besides simply viewing the Falls, visitors can cruise to the base of the Falls on the Maid of the Mist tour boat; ascend 236 metres up the Skylon Tower for a panoramic view; or see a spectacular film about the Falls at Niagara'sImax Theatre, Canada's largest movie screen. Other activities can include enjoying the beautiful 40 km Niagara Park system or spending an afternoon at Marineland, a marine park with impressive dolphin, sea lion, and whale shows. |
| Niagara-on-the-Lake -- approximately 70 minutes from Guelph. This charming 19th century town overlooks Lake Ontario at the mouth of the Niagara River. Niagara-on-the-Lake is home to the Shaw Festival which is an annual theatre series of plays and musicals by George Bernard Shaw and his contemporaries. Fort George National Historic Park is a fascinating site to learn of the border conflicts between the United States and (then) Upper Canada. The area surrounding Niagara-on-the-Lake is one of Canada's principle wine growing regions, with many wineries offering tours and tastings. | |
| WESTERN ONTARIO REGION |
Mennonite Country -- approximately 20 minutes from Guelph. Only 40 km from Guelph, visitors can be in the heart of the fascinating heritage and locale of the Mennonite community of St. Jacobs and environs. Originally called "Jakobsteller" (little town of many Jacobs) by the Pennsylvania Dutch settlers, this village is the home of many artisans and their studios, among many other interesting attractions. The Farmer's Market is a lively indoor/outdoor food and craft market of over 400 vendors. Customized tours may be arranged to view the Mennonite countryside. These tours may include a visit to an Old Order farm, a buggy factory, and the last remaining covered bridge in Ontario. |
| The Villages of Elora and Fergus -- approximately 15 minutes from Guelph. The picturesque Scottish limestone of these two villages illustrate the historical aspects of the region. Each has unique festivals during July and August with Fergus hosting the annual Highland Games. The Elora Music Festival has a growing reputation as a premier choral festival. | |
| Stratford -- approximately 45 minutes from Guelph. Established in 1953, the Stratford Festival, has become a major world theatrical event, involving three theatres. Based primarily on productions of works of William Shakespeare, the festival also incorporates musicals, classic, and contemporary dramas in its repertoire. Scholastic groups may tour the Festival facilities and take part in lectures and workshops with Festival staff. | |
| Kitchener/Waterloo/Cambridge -- approximately 20-40 minutes from Guelph. The "tri-city" area has many interesting destinations for day trips. Kitchener's Sportsworld and Bingeman Park are two large waterparks and entertainment complexes. African Lion Safari in Cambridge is a drive through a wildlife park of over 1500 exotic animals and birds. | |
| GREATER TORONTO REGION |
City of Toronto -- approximately 60 minutes from Guelph. As Canada's largest city and cultural and financial centre, Toronto has countless sights and events to enjoy. One of the mostmulticultural and ethnically diverse cities in North America, Toronto allows for international eating and shopping experiences. From a historical perspective, Toronto's many museums and heritage sites provide examples of the areas' British colonial past. Cultural and scientific institutions abound, including the Royal Ontario Museum, the Art Gallery of Ontario, McLaughlin Planetarium, and the Ontario Science Centre. For more lighthearted visiting, the CN Tower -- the world's tallest free standing structure, is a popular destination. Ontario Place, a entertainment complex on Lake Ontario consisting of island and futuristic buildings on long steel legs and linked by walkways is also a must see. The Toronto Skydome stadium, with its fully retractable roof, is the home of the city's football and baseball teams. Toronto has joined London and New York as the third largest centre in the world for English language dramatic productions with more than 115 professional companies mounting plays, cabaret, opera, and dance in the city. |
Listed below is the schedule of the Toronto Blue Jays Home Games during the American Dairy Science Association Annual Meeting. For tickets and additional game dates and times call: 1-416-341-1111.
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| Around the outskirts of Toronto are many other interesting attractions. The Metro Toronto Zoo, northeast of Toronto, is 710 acres of outdoor habitats and huge freeform indoor pavilions serving as home for every specie of animal imaginable. Paramount Canada's Wonderland, north of Toronto, is a theme park with over 50 rides and various live shows.
Please find the following contact list helpful should you wish to arrange your own excursions to the City of Toronto. |
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| CN TOWER 301 Front St. W. Toronto, ON M5V 2T6 (416) 601-4707 Hours: Mon. to Sun. 10:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. Rates: $6 to $17--depends on activity |
ONTARIO SCIENCE CENTRE 770 Don Mills Rd., Don Mills, ON M3C 1T3 (416) 429-4100 Hours: Daily: 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Wed. 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Rates: $7.50/adult, $5.50/student, groups 25+, 10% disc. |
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| CANADA'S WONDERLAND Hwy 400 & Rutherford Rd. Maple (905) 832-7000 (905) 832-8131 Kingswood Music Theatre Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Rates: day pass available (approx. $35) |
McLAUGHLIN PLANETARIUM see listing for R.O.M. (416) 586-5736 |
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| ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM (R.O.M.) 100 Queen's Park Toronto, ON M5S 2C6 (416) 586-5801 Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tues. 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Rates: depend on activities chosen |
CASA LOMA 1 Austin Terrace Toronto, ON (416) 923-1171 Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Rates: $8/adult $5/student |
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| SKYDOME 1 Blue Jay Way Toronto, ON (416) 341-2770 SkyDome Tours (416) 341-1111 Blue Jay Ticket Info Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (also depends on the Dome events) Rates: (for tours) $9.50/adult, $6/child Game ticket prices will vary |
EATON CENTRE 290 Yong St. Toronto, ON Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
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| THEATRE Beauty and the Beast Princess of Wales Theatre 300 King St. W. Phantom of the Opera Pantages Theatre 244 Victoria St. Tickets: 416-872-2222 |
FORT YORK 1 Garrison Rd., Toronto, ON (416) 392-6907 Hours: Tues. to Fri. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Rates: $3.50/person - groups of 10+ |
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| TORONTO ISLAND FERRY (416) 392-8193 Hours: 6:35 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. Rates: $4/adult, $1/child, $2/student or senior |
HOCKEY HALL OF FAME Yonge & Front Street (416) 360-7765 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sat. 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sun. 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Rates: $9.50/person |
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| ONTARIO PLACE Lakeshore Blvd., Toronto (416) 314-9933 Hours: Mon.-Sun. 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. Rates: $15/person |
METRO TORONTO ZOO Meadowvale Road, Scarborough, ON (416) 392-5929 Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Rates: $12, $9, $7 (depends on age and activity) |
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| TORONTO TRANSIT (T.T.C.) (416) 393-4636 (Info Line) Hours: 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., Sun. 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Rates: $2/adult, $.50/under 12 |
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