REGISTRATION-GENERAL INFORMATION

Delegate registration fees include:

Admission to the technical sessions and a copy of the conference program guide. Each delegate will receive a ticket to the Opening Reception, to a Technical Section Lunch on Tuesday and a ticket to the Tuesday evening Awards Banquet. Exhibitors will receive one ticket to a technical Section Lunch on Tuesday and one banquet tickets. Students will receive complimentary tickets to the Opening Reception and a Technical Section Lunch ticket. Those registered in the Companions' Program receive one ticket to the Opening Reception.

Cancellation Policy:

Written notice of cancellation must be sent to the Conference Registration postmarked no later than August 11, 2003. A $50 processing fee will be charged for all refund requests. No refunds will be issued after August 11, 2003.

Goods and Services Tax (GST):

The Canadian Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a 7% tax that is added to all goods and services purchased while in Canada. Non-resident visitors to Canada can claim a rebate of GST paid on certain goods and accommodations. For non-resident visitors, "Tax Refund for Visitors" booklets will be enclosed with registration confirmation.

On-site Registration:

Pre-registered delegates and companions may pick up their badges, programs and tickets at the Conference Registration Desk in the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel. Tickets for social events and industrial tours may also be obtained at the Conference Registration Desk.

The Registration Desk will be open at the following times:

Friday, August 22, 2003
Saturday, August 23, 2003
Sunday, August 24, 2003
Monday, August 25, 2003
Tuesday, August 26, 2003
Wednesday, August 27, 2003

7:00 AM - 8:30 AM (Short course registration only)
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM (Short course registration only)
3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
7:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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