Conference Venue
Brock University | Thistle Complex
This year’s conference will be hosted by the team at Brock University Professional and Continuing Studies at Brock’s main campus. Located atop the Niagara Escarpment in the city of St. Catharines, the Brock campus is in a beautiful natural setting that features a diverse ecosystem that has been designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and stunning views that will help inspire your creativity during the conference.
All sessions will take place at Brock University's Thistle Complex located at 1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way in St. Catharines, ON.
Accommodations
We have three accommodation options offered at a special rate for CAUCE delegates:
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Welland
224 Power Drive, Welland, Ontario
Welcome to the 100% smoke-free, Holiday Inn Express and Suites Welland, nestled in the heart of the Niagara wine country, conveniently located at Hwy 406/Woodlawn, Welland. Free on-site parking for all registered guests, and complimentary hot breakfast bar.
Minutes from the majestic Niagara Falls, Shaw Festival Theatre, Fallsview Casino and the Welland Canal connecting Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. Welland presents a cherished past of over 140 years, known for the Niagara Cycling Tourism Centre, including the Welland Canal Parkway Trail, or shopping at the Outlet Shopping Mall, offering a premium shopping experience. Take a tour of over 39 distinct, award-winning wineries. The hotel is within easy reach of over four international airports, Toronto YYZ, Hamilton YHM, Buffalo BUF and one regional Niagara airport.
Room Rates:
- $199 + tax; 1 King Standard or 2 Queen Standard
- $219 + tax; 1 King Suite with Sofa Bed
- Click on the booking link provided below
- Select your check-in and check-out dates
- Choose the room type and complete the payment process
You can also call the hotel directly at 905-735-9999 and press 0 to connect with reservations. Mention the block code CAU to obtain the special conference rate.
Important Note: The cut-off date for reservations is May 01, 2025.
Cancellation Policy: Please note that the cancellation policy for this booking is 72 hours before check-in. Cancellations made after this time will incur a one-night charge.
Brock University is coordinating a shuttle servies (one pick up in the morning and one drop off in the afternoon) from the Holiday Inn to Brock University. Complete information will be provided in the Whova app.
Brock University Residence 8
Brock University provides on-site accommodations for more than 15,000 conference guests each year throughout May to August. Residence guests will be asked to provide their license plate information upon arrival as complimentary parking is provided.
Residence 8 offers upwards of 308 single air-conditioned guestrooms. Each furnished with one (1) single bed, desk, dresser, and wardrobe. One 3-piece washroom is accessible from each of the two adjoining guestrooms. An elevator is located in the residence lobby for convenient access to all floors.
Room bookings are available at the conference rate between May 26, 2025 and May 30, 2025.
Additional information for Residence 8 specifically is available at the following link: Residence 8 – Housing Services (brocku.ca)
Room Rates:
- Residence shared accommodation: $65 per person with group promo code CAUCE2025
- Residence single room: $79 per person with group promo code CAUCE2025
- Full payment is required to secure your reservation. Cancellations made before April 28, 2025, are eligible for a full refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made after April 28, 2025.
- Parking is available for all delegates staying at Residence 8
IMPORTANT to consider when registering for on-campus accommodations:
- When you click to register above, you must register a profile with Brock University Conference Services in order to book on-campus accommodations.
- Use group promotion code CAUCE2025 when registering.
VERY IMPORTANT!
- The system will ask you to submit payment BEFORE your personal details.
- Click Save and Continue once completing your payment to finish the registration fully and submit your personal details, etc.
Four Points by Sheraton St. Catharines Niagara Suites
3530 Schmon Pkwy, Thorold, ON
Transform your stay into a relaxing getaway at Four Points by Sheraton St. Catharines Niagara Suites, where timeless classics are interwoven with modern amenities. Located just steps from Brock University, this hotel enables you to experience several of the area's most popular attractions and activities such as taking in the natural beauty of Niagara Falls and treating yourself to a shopping spree at The Pen Centre. If you'd rather take a moment to yourself, the hotel accommodations feature tasteful designs meant to create a welcoming ambiance. Complete with hypoallergenic pillows, mini-refrigerators, microwaves and flat-panel TVs, our rooms offer a great place to unwind after a long day.
Please note that the hotel is sold out for Thursday night. There are still rooms available for Tuesday and Wednesday nights.
Room Rates: $172 per person + tax
The last date to book at the group rate is April 25, 2025!
Airfare
WestJet has partnered with CAUCE 2025 to offer 5% off Econo* and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium fares for travel within Canada and 2% off Econo*, 5% off EconoFlex and 10% off Premium base fares for guests traveling Trans-border. No discount will apply to Ultra Basic or Business class bookings. To take advantage of this offer, you will need the discount code listed. Please visit www.westjet.com/conventions to make a booking online.
Applicable Rules:
- The booking is to be made to the following cities: Toronto, ON or Hamilton, ON
- The travel period begins: 5/21/2025
- The travel period ends: 6/6/2025
Coupon code (Guest web/Travel Agent web): 3I2C1DN
*Basic fare class is excluded from discount. Discount codes are valid for travel on the dates indicated above. Percentage discount is applied to base fare. Base fares are commissionable to Travel Agents. Taxes, fees and charges are extra. The base fare may be represented as Air Transportation Charges (excepting Other Air Transportation Charges) in the booking flow. Other air transportation charges, taxes, fees and charges are not discounted. Discount codes are intended for use by the event attendees and organizers only. Distribution to any outside third parties or unauthorized channel is prohibited. Discount can be used for a one-way or round-trip booking. Discount cannot be applied towards multi-city bookings. Only one discount code may be used per booking. Seasonal start and end dates may apply. No cash value. Discount only applies to flights marketed and operated wholly by WestJet, WestJet Encore, WestJet Link, and Delta flights marketed by WestJet via codeshare. It is not applicable when traveling with our other codeshare, interline or other airline partners. New bookings only.
Offer is limited and subject to availability. No cash value. Non-refundable and non-transferable.
Discount cannot be used towards the purchase of a Member Exclusive fare or the purchase of a WestJet Vacations package. Discount cannot be combined with any other discount codes or companion voucher bookings. WestJet dollars, Travel Bank and gift cards cannot be used as a form of payment. Any changes or cancellations to discount code bookings must be made by calling 1-888-937-8538. If the booking is changed or cancelled, the discount will no longer apply. Other restrictions may apply and are subject to change at any time. WestJet's fares, schedules, and policies, and any and all equipment used in connection with the provision of the meetings and conventions travel services may be changed or terminated by WestJet at any time and for any reason, in each case without notice or liability. WestJet may terminate or reduce flights to any event city at any time and for any reason without notice or liability.
Getting to St. Catharines
There are several convenient options to reach Brock University once you’re in the Greater Toronto Area:
- Rome2Rio: Explore a variety of public transportation options from the airport to St. Catharines.
- VIA Rail Canada: Check arrivals and departures from Toronto Union Station for a comfortable train journey.
- GO Transit: View train and bus schedules to plan your trip to St. Catharines.
- Niagara Region Transit: Discover local transportation options within St. Catharines and the Niagara region.
- Niagara Airbus: Opt for a shared shuttle service from the airport to St. Catharines.
Niagara Airbus has partnered with CAUCE 2025 to offer 20% off your shuttle ride from the Toronto Pearson Airpot to St. Catharines. To take advantage of this offer, please use the discount code below. Visit www.niagaraairbus.com and insert the discount code in the Conference/Promo code prompt.
Questions about your booking? Please call the Niagara Airbus reservations line at 905-374-8111 or email airsales@niagaraairbus.com with the discount code.
Applicable Rules:
- Guests must book online and manage their own bookings to use this code.
- Travel period: May 21 - June 4, 2025
- The code is only valid if booked ONLINE at least 5 days or more in advance.
Discount code: 805
Niagara Region
Explore the Niagara Region!
The Niagara region is home to eleven municipalities that each have their own culture, charm and unique characteristics. Located between Lake Erie and Lake Ontario, the region is home to the world famous Niagara Falls, wineries, a range of dining and shopping options, world-class golf courses, entertainment and critical landmarks of Canadian history.