Registration

A virtual conference registration includes the following conference elements. 

• Three synchronous plenary sessions  (May 22, 23, & 24)
• Seven synchronous pre-selected concurrent sessions (May 22, 23, & 24)
• Awards program (live-streamed) (May 22)
• Scheduled online networking time (May 23)
• Invitation to CAUCE 2025 (live-streamed) (May 24)
• Three pre-recorded bonus sessions
• Asynchronous virtual networking in Whova
• Opportunity to network virtually with exhibitors
• Schedule meet-ups and network with both in-person and virtual attendees

Full conference registration includes all of the following conference elements. You do not need to purchase a seperate ticket for the social events on May 22 & 23 or the Awards luncheon on May 22 as both are included in the full conference ticket.

• Three plenary sessions (May 22, 23, & 24)
• A choice of 42 concurrent sessions (May 22, 23, & 24)
• Pre-conference workshops (May 21)
• All coffee/networking breaks (May 22, 23, & 24)
• Opening evening reception (May 21)
• Breakfast (May 22, 23, & 24)
• Awards luncheon (May 22)
• Hospitality Suite (May 22)
• Thursday Evening Social Event (May 23)
• Invitation to CAUCE 2024 and Lunch (May 24)

This fee category is not intended for full conference registration; it is exclusively reserved for delegates’ guests. Our guest program offers an excellent opportunity for your guests to explore Calgary and attend the conference’s social functions and keynote sessions with you.

Please note that this option is only available to guests of full-conference registered attendees. University of Calgary employees, volunteers, and presenters are not eligible to register under this category.

Delegate guest conference registration includes:

• Opening evening reception
• Three plenary sessions
• Hospitality suite (May 22)

This fee category is not intended for full conference registration. It is exclusively reserved for delegates’ guests.

Award luncheon tickets include:

• Award luncheon on April 22

Is this your first CAUCE conference?

• Yes
• No 

How did you hear about CAUCE 2024? Select all that apply:

• Academica Top Ten
• Colleague/CAUCE member
• Email
• I am a CAUCE member
• I am a previous CAUCE conference attendee
• Sponsorship opportunity 

I hereby give permission for CAUCE to release my contact information (name and email address) to conference attendees when requested.

• Yes
• No

The following information is needed for all in-person attendees:

1. Do you have any dietary restrictions?

• No Restrictions
• Gluten Sensitive
• Halal
• Lactose Sensitive
• No Pork
• Nut Allergy
• Pescatarian
• Vegan
• Vegetarian
• Allergies (please list below) 

Please let us know of any allergies or other dietary restrictions you have or enter N/A.

Is this your first CAUCE conference?

• Yes
• No 

How did you hear about CAUCE 2024? Select all that apply:

• Academica Top Ten
• Colleague/CAUCE member
• Email
• I am a CAUCE member
• I am a previous CAUCE conference attendee
• Sponsorship opportunity 

I hereby give permission for CAUCE to release my contact information (name and email address) to conference attendees when requested.

• Yes
• No

What meals/social events will they attend:

• Awards luncheon (May 22)
• Friday lunch (May 24)
• Event 1 - Line dancing at the Ranchman (May 23 evening)
  OR
• Event 2 - Walking tour to the Calgary Tower (May 23 evening)

Time: 6:30 pm to 11 pm
Address: 9615 Macleod Trail S, Calgary, AB T2J 0P6
Attire: Casual but western wear is always welcome! 

Ranchman’s is Calgary’s iconic country nightclub and favourite Stampede hot spot for the last 50 years. It’s a real cowboy saloon and dancehall location; truly an authentic western experience! Come learn to line dance or ride the mechanical bull and enjoy some social time with fellow CAUCE conference delegates. Registration is limited and includes: 

• 2 drink tickets
• Appetizers
• A reserved section for CAUCE where we’ll get a private line dancing lesson at 8 pm, before the public line dancing starts at 9 pm 

Walking Tour Start Times: 5:00 pm
Starting Address: University of Calgary, Downtown Campus (DTC), 906 8 Ave SW (main floor)
Calgary Tower Address: 101 9 Ave SW
Attire: Lace up your walking shoes and grab your jacket and let’s explore! 

Space is limited, so please register early!

Join us on a 20–30-minute walking tour to the Calgary Tower! On our way, we will discover the creative, vibrant, and innovative energy of our city before we finally arrive to the base of the Calgary Tower and ride up 191 meters to the Observation Deck. On the way, you’ll admire skillfully painted murals on Stephen Avenue, along with all the shopping opportunities available. Also included with this tour are some light refreshments for the route to tie you over until dinner on your own after the Tower excursion. 

Please note that the Theatre Room is only open until 6pm and the last show is at 5:45 pm. There ae several wonderful restaurants nearby where you can eat before or after the Tower. The time spent at the Tower is flexible but the tour will leave promptly at 5 pm from the main entrance doors of the University of Calgary DTC.

Additional Option: For those wishing to have dinner before visiting the Calgary Tower, you may choose to get to there at your own pace as your registration includes admission to the Observation Deck. Please visit https://www.calgarytower.com/ for the hours and other information.

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Transportation
• Park entrance fees
• Guided tour
• Water
• Photos and videos taken during the tour

• Appropriate outerwear (comfortable close-toed shoes, jacket, toque, gloves, etc.); pay attention to the weather forecast for Banff in May
• Camera
• Snack items if desired

Payment for in-person registration fees will be accepted by cheque, EFT, or by credit card. Cheques and EFT must be received by CAUCE by May 10, 2024, or your registration will be cancelled. All credit card transactions will be processed through a secure server, in Canadian dollars, and are subject to current exchange rates. Your payment receipt will follow by email along with a confirmation of registration email (two messages).

If you wish to cancel your in-person registration, you will receive a full refund less a $100 administration fee provided you give notice by May 1, 2024.

Refunds will not be issued after May 1. 

Group rate tickets are non-refundable; however, individual tickets within the group purchase are transferable.

The extra delegate guest, social events, and award luncheon tickets may be canceled before April 1, 2024 for a full refund. Please contact the Secretariat BEFORE you cancel these tickets online. Refunds will not be issued for the additional tickets after May 10.

Payment for virtual registration fees will be accepted by cheque, EFT, or by credit card. Cheques and EFT must be received by CAUCE by May 15, 2024, or your registration will be cancelled. All credit card transactions will be processed through a secure server, in Canadian dollars, and are subject to current exchange rates. Your payment receipt will follow by email along with a confirmation of registration email (two messages).

If you wish to cancel your virtual registration, you will receive a full refund less a $25 administration fee provided you give notice by May 15, 2024.

Refunds for virtual tickets will not be issued after May 15. 

To confirm your institution or organization is a member, or to apply for membership, visit our website. 

Every Canadian university or college in good standing with Universities Canada is eligible for Institutional membership. In addition, we offer Affiliate (Organization, $270/year) and Professional (Individual, $130/year) memberships. 

Not a member? Apply today!