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5 th Glendon Graduate Conference in Translation Studies

5 th Glendon Graduate Conference in Translation Studies. Welcome to Glendon College and Toronto!. (Many thanks to Adrijana Jerkic who created the original version of this powerpoint ). Index. Contact Information. For all inquiries: Email conf2014@glendon.yorku.ca

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5 th Glendon Graduate Conference in Translation Studies

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  1. 5th Glendon Graduate Conference in Translation Studies Welcome to Glendon College and Toronto! (Many thanks to AdrijanaJerkic who created the original version of this powerpoint)

  2. Index

  3. Contact Information For all inquiries: Email conf2014@glendon.yorku.ca Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/glendonconference2014 Address:Glendon CampusYork University2275 Bayview AvenueToronto, OntarioCanada M4N 3M6 • Organizing Committee:Alexia Papadopoulos • Liliana Rodríguez • Lisa LeMaya Worth • Sara AzarMaría Constanza Gúzman • (Faculty Advisor)

  4. Useful links

  5. Glendon College Map 1 Conference Building:Centre of Excellence for French-language and Bilingual Postsecondary Education

  6. 124/162 Bus stop on Lawrence. Stop is called Glendon College, York University • Glendon College Map 2 Conference Building:Centre of Excellence for French-language and Bilingual Postsecondary Education 124 bus going backto Lawrence Subway Station stops here. Note: Bus number 11 passes by the Bayview Subway Station, but you need to ask the TTC driver for a transfer to enter the station.

  7. Getting around Toronto

  8. Toronto Transit Commission Map (TTC) From Lawrence takebus 124 or 162 and get off atGlendon College, York University Stop * Not all subways stations are wheelchair accessible, so please check the TTC website from the “Useful links” page.

  9. Toronto Transit Commission Fares (TTC)

  10. General directions By transit (coming from the international airport): • Take bus 192 to Kipling Station. • Go Eastbound and get off at Yonge Station • Switch to the Yonge-University-Spadina Line and go ‘Northbound’ to Lawrence Station • Take bus 124 or 162 and get off at the Glendon College, York University stop By car (coming from the international airport): • Take the 401 eastbound • Exit at Bayview Avenue and go southbound to Lawrence Avenue • Take the ramp on the right towards Lawrence Avenue, and then turn left at the stop sign. • Drive east on Lawrence straight onto the campus.

  11. Beck Taxi (416-751-5555 ) • www.becktaxi.com • Royal Taxi (416-777-9222) • www.royaltaxi.ca • Crown Taxi (416-750-7878 ) • www.crowntaxi.com • Airlift Airport Taxi [(888) 690-2345 - Toll Free] • http://www.airliftservice.ca/ • Taxi Services

  12. What to see in Toronto – Attractions

  13. Toronto’s most iconic attraction is the CN Tower, the tallest free-standing structure in the western hemisphere and it now includes EdgeWalk, a thrilling hands-free walk on an outside ledge of the tower. (http://www.seetorontonow.com/attractions/torontos-must-see-attractions/ ) • 301 Front St. W., Toronto, ON, M5V 2T6 Phone: 416-86-TOWER (868-6937) Fax: (416) 601-4712 Email:info@cntower.caWebsite:www.cntower.ca What to see in Toronto – Attractions

  14. Right by the CN tower is the Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada, which is a new attraction here in Toronto, opening only this year. • 288 BremnerBoulevard, Toronto, ON M5V 3L9 PHONE: (647) 351-FISH (3474) Email: info@ripleysaquariumofcanada.comWebsite: http://www.ripleyaquariums.com/canada/ What to see in Toronto – Attractions

  15. Chinatown: It’s one of three Chinatowns in the city and borders on Kensington Market, with its mix of vintage shops, funky restaurants, cafes and bars. In Chinatown you can get a sense of the city’s multicultural scene, as well as find some great deals. • Website:http://www.chinatownbia.com • Location: Corner of Spadina and Dundas St. West. • Transit: Spadina Station, then streetcar Souththbound to Dundas St. West What to see in Toronto – Attractions

  16. Nathan Phillips Square - City Hall - and the Podium Green Roof: Nathan Phillips Square is a lively public gathering place located in front of Toronto City Hall, on the northwest corner of Queen and Bay Streets. The new attraction, the Podium Green Roof, is an approximately 3,250 m2 of concrete on the podium roof that has been transformed into living vegetation to reduce the building’s environmental impact. March is a great time of year to rent a pair of skates and enjoy the outdoor ice rink! • http://www.toronto.ca/nps/revitalization/greenpodiumroof/index.htm • Subway: Queen Street Station, walk west to Bay St. What to see in Toronto – Attractions

  17. Distillery District: is another one of Toronto’s most vibrant neighbourhoods. It was Toronto’s first distillery –which produced almost half of Ontario’s total spirit production in 1871— and is now home to high-end boutiques, art galleries, coffee shops (Balzac Coffee Shop is recommended) and restaurants. • Website: http://www.thedistillerydistrict.com/ • Winter hours EFFECTIVE October 15, 2012 in effect until April 30, 2013Monday - Wednesday: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Thursday - Friday: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Sunday: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Statutory Holiday Hours: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm What to see in Toronto – Attractions

  18. Harbourfront: nestled along the beautiful shoreline of Lake Ontario, is an excellent way to spend the day, with limitless activities to choose from. • http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/ • 8 min. walk from Union station. Alternatively you can take the 509 streetcar from Union Station. What to see in Toronto – Attractions

  19. Casa Loma: Former estate of Canadian financier, Sir Henry Pellatt. Edwardian Castle complete with decorated suites, towers, 800-foot tunnel and stables. Open daily for tours. Gardens open May-October. • 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto, ON, M5R 1X8 Phone: (416) 923-1171 Fax: (416) 923-5734 Email:info@casaloma.orgWebsite:www.casaloma.org What to see in Toronto – Attractions

  20. Dundas Square and Eaton Centre: One of Canada’s favourite places to shop and wonder around. On Dundas Square you can also find many places to eat and drink, as well as interesting buildings, street artwork and performances. • 220 Yonge St. Toronto, ON, M5B 2H1. Website:www.torontoeatoncentre.com What to see in Toronto – Attractions

  21. Other attractions you might want to check out: • http://www.seetorontonow.com/attractions/torontos-must-see-attractions/ • http://www.toronto.ca/attractions/attraction_highlights.htm What to see in Toronto – Attractions

  22. Want to visit Toronto’s best museums? • Royal Ontario Museum (R.O.M.) • http://www.rom.on.ca/en • Subway Museum Station • General admission $15 • Art Gallery of Ontario (A.G.O.) • http://www.ago.net/ • Subway St. Patrick • General admission $19.50 (Student $11) • Gardiner Ceramics Museum • http://www.gardinermuseum.on.ca/ • Subway Museum Station • Admission $12 • Bata Shoe Museum • http://www.batashoemuseum.ca/ • Subway St. George Station • Admission $14 • More info on Museums in Toronto at: http://www.seetorontonow.com/arts-theatre-culture/get-cultured-arts-theatre-and-events/ • What to see in Toronto – Arts & Culture

  23. In Toronto there are many great areas for eating and drinking. Here are a few of the best: • Yonge and Eglinton neighbourhood • The Annex • Queen West • Greek Town • Little India • Little Italy • Leslieville • What to see in Toronto – Eating & Drinking

  24. Yonge and Eglinton area Very close to Glendon College! http://www.dine.to/toronto_gta_area_eglinton_yonge_area_venue_restaurant

  25. The Annex http://www.dine.to/toronto_gta_area_annex_venue_restaurant

  26. Queen West Exit at Osgoode Station and walk or take streetcar west. http://www.dine.to/toronto_gta_area_queen_west_strip_venue_restaurant

  27. Where to stay in Toronto

  28. Best Western Plus RoeHampton Hotel & Suites (the closest hotel to Glendon College) • $110 per night • They now offer a Complimentary Continental Breakfast for all guests. • 808 Mount Pleasant Road, Toronto, Ontario M4P 2L2, Phone: 416/487-5101 | Fax: 416/487-5390, Website:http://bestwesternontario.com/hotels/best-western-plus-roehampton-hotel-and-suites • Where to stay in Toronto - Hotels Nearest Subway Station: Eglinton Station

  29. Bond Place Hotel • Standard Twin Room from $ 119.00 per night • The Bond Place Hotel is ideally located in the heart of downtown Toronto at Yonge and Dundas Square. • 65 Dundas St. E., Toronto, ON, M5B 2G8 Phone: 416-362-6061 Fax: 416-362-7757 Email:reservation@bondplace.caWebsite:www.bondplace.ca • Where to stay in Toronto - Hotels Nearest Subway Station: Dundas Station

  30. Alexandra Hotel • Double and Queen Bed Bedrooms rates from $109.00-$114.00 • Downtown, minutes from attractions and public transit. • 77 Ryerson Ave., Toronto, ON, M5T 2V4 Phone: 416-504-2121 Fax: 416-504-9195 Email:reservations@alexandrahotel.comWebsite:www.alexandrahotel.com Nearest Subway Station: Either Osgoode Station or St. Patrick Station • Where to stay in Toronto - Hotels

  31. Best Western Primrose Hotel–Downtown • Room Rates from $89 • 111 Carlton St., Toronto, ON, M5B 2G3 Phone: 416-977-8000 Fax: 416-977-6323 Email:reservations@torontoprimrosehotel.comWebsite:www.torontoprimrosehotel.com Nearest Subway Station: College Station • Where to stay in Toronto - Hotels

  32. Jacob 22 B&B • $55 to $75 Low season per room. $20 extra person per night. • 22 Monteith Street, Toronto, ON M4Y 1K7, Phone: (416) 889-6251 , Website: http://www.bbcanada.com/10999.html Nearest Subway Station: Wellesley Station • Where to stay in Toronto – Bed & Breakfast

  33. The Planet Traveller • SINGLE BED in Male, Female, or Mixed DORMS for $ 30 per night. PRIVATE ROOMS are $ 80 per night. • 357 College Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada., M5T 1S5, Phone: + 1  (647) 352.8747; Email: planettravelerhostel@gmail.com, Website :http://theplanettraveler.com/ Nearest Subway Station:Queen’s Park Station • Where to stay in Toronto – Other Accommodations

  34. The Only Backpacker’s Inn • $24.00 (6-10 people dorms) • 968 Danforth Avenue, Toronto, ON M4J, Website: http://www.theonlycafe.com/inn/location.html Nearest Subway Station: Donlands Station • Where to stay in Toronto – Other Accommodations

  35. Global Village Backpackers • Private Double Room, Winter Rates: October 15 to April 14: $72.00 per night; Dorms from $26-$28 • 460 King Street West, Toronto, On, Canada, M5V 1L7. Email info@globalbackpackers.com; Website: http://globalbackpackers.com/ Nearest Subway Station: St. Andrew Station • Where to stay in Toronto – Other Accommodations

  36. We hope you enjoy your stay in Toronto!

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