Participant Guide
Location and Transportation
Address: Statistics Canada, Jean-Talon Building, 170 Tunney's Pasture Driveway, Ottawa, ON, K1A 0T6.
Public Transit: 5-minute walk from OC Transpo's Tunney's Pasture station (Line 1 - Confederation Line). https://maps.app.goo.gl/jE9qA8SkPbjSNeVP9
Arrival: Accessible via rapid transit from Downtown or Ottawa International Airport.
Parking Instructions
Designated Areas: Park only in areas marked 'Parking for Tunney's Pasture employees and visitors.'
How do I pay for visitor parking at Tunney’s Pasture? Visitor parking is managed by Indigo and available throughout the Tunney’s Pasture Complex. You can pay using payment kiosks near parking spots, or you can use the IndigoNeo website or app on your personal phone. IndigoNeo is available on Google Play, and the iOS App Store. Instructions for all platforms can be found on the IndigoNeo website.
Note: Spaces are limited; public transit or carpooling is highly recommended.
On-Site Layout (First Floor)
Conference Hall: Located to your RIGHT from the main entrance.
Cafeteria: Located to your LEFT from the main entrance. The poster session will take place here.
Security: All events are on the first floor (rez-de-chaussée). No security gates or elevators required.
Amenities: Coat racks are available; restrooms are located on the same floor.
CPS-ADQ Banquet
For ticket-holders only
Tuesday, May 26, 18:00-21:00
Mill Street Brewpub: 555 Wellington St, Ottawa, ON K1R 1C5
Transportation: Under 10 mins by taxi/Uber (recommended). 25 mins by train / 45 mins walking.
Ride Sharing: A sign-up sheet for shared taxis is available at the welcome table.
Food & Dining
Coffee and light breakfast items will be served in the conference hall each morning, with refills during scheduled breaks. For lunch, several restaurants are located a 10-15 minute walk down the street:
Dosa King | South Indian Restaurant: A highly-rated spot for traditional South Indian crepes and curries. 93 Holland Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Y 0Y1 ($10-20 per person)
Paradise Poké: Offers fresh, customizable poké bowls with a variety of healthy toppings. 118 Holland Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Y 0X6 ($20-30 per person)
Pho Van Van: An airy space serving Vietnamese classics like pho and stir-fried noodles. 127 Holland Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Y 3A2 ($20-30 per person)
Jerk on Wheels: A casual favourite for Caribbean-style jerk chicken sandwiches, tacos, and poutine. 42 Holland Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Y 0X4 ($10-20 per person)
The cafeteria located in the Jean-Talon building, next to the conference room, is accessible to the public and offers sandwiches and other basic lunch options
Simultaneous Interpretation
To ensure a seamless experience with our interpretation services provided via Zoom, please follow these technical guidelines:
Equipment: Please bring your own electronic device (smartphone or laptop) and a headset.
Mute Everything: If you join the meeting from inside the room, you must keep your device’s microphone and speakers muted. Only listen through your headphones to prevent audio feedback loops.
Battery Prep: Ensure your device is fully charged or bring a portable power bank. Power outlets may be limited depending on your seating location.
Connection: A dedicated high-speed Wi-Fi login will be provided at the welcome table for participants using the interpretation option.
How to listen to Language Interpretation
In your meeting controls, click Interpretation.
Click the language that you would like to hear.
(Optional) To hear the interpreted language only, click Mute Original Audio. However, make sure to turn this back on if interpretation stops in order to follow along with the rest of the room.
Notes: You must join the meeting audio through your computer audio/VoIP. You cannot listen to language interpretation if you use the dial-in or call me phone audio features. As a participant joining a language channel, you can broadcast back into the main audio channel if you unmute your audio and speak.
Presenter Instructions
Please review these instructions regarding the Joint ADQ-CPS Conference, taking place in Ottawa from May 25 to 28, 2026.
As a presenter in a regular session, your presentation must not exceed 15 minutes. Rehearse your presentation to ensure timing. Audience questions are reserved for the end of the session after the presentations.
We ask that you submit your PowerPoint by uploading it to the conference platform by Wednesday, May 20th. To do so, please modify your original submission by following these steps:
Login: On the conference website, ensure you are logged into your account.
Dashboard: In the top right corner of the screen, select your profile, then the Participant Dashboard option.
Selection: Go to the Submissions tab and find the title of your accepted presentation.
Modification: Select your presentation, then click the Edit Submission option.
Upload: Scroll down the form to the field Full Paper Submission / Final Presentation Slides.
Save: Upload your file in an accepted format and click Save form to validate.
This procedure allows us to centralize presentations on the conference computer and avoid risks associated with lost emails or faulty USB drives. As a precaution, we still suggest that you keep a backup copy with you on the day of the event. Thank you for your cooperation with this step.
Each session consists of three or four 15-minute presentations, followed by a 15-minute Q&A period. Each session is followed by a 15-minute break or lunch. We ask that you arrive at the front of the room 10 minutes early to ensure the session is ready to start on time and to ensure you do not exceed your allotted time.
Please note that presenters will not have access to the PowerPoint "presenter view" during the conference due to the room's technical configuration. We recommend that speakers have their notes printed separately so they can bring them to the podium for their presentations.
All sessions of the conference will feature simultaneous interpretation. Therefore, every session on these two days is bilingual. All conference participants, regardless of their role (chair, presenter, or audience member), are free to speak in the official language of their choice during all 4 days.
However, it is essential that everyone who speaks uses a microphone provided by the conference so that the interpreters can translate each intervention. Please use the provided microphone and maintain an appropriate distance (see the image here). Virtual participants can submit questions in writing in the Zoom chat, which will be moderated by the session chair.
Recommendations for Readability and Clarity
An additional important instruction concerns the readability of your presentation, specifically regarding the size of text and tables. We provide the following recommendations to ensure visual comfort for the entire audience:
Minimum Font Size: For titles, use a size of at least 36 pt. For the body text, we recommend a minimum of 24 pt. Strictly avoid fonts smaller than 18 pt, even within tables or graphs.
Presenting data: Use data visualizations instead of tables where possible. Simplify your tables and charts to ensure they are not overcrowded. If the data is too dense, prioritize presenting key results rather than the entirety of the raw data.
Contrast: Use sans-serif fonts (such as Arial, Calibri, or Helvetica) and ensure high contrast between the text and the background.
Acronyms: We strongly encourage you to define all acronyms used in your presentation. This will facilitate understanding for the audience and, more importantly, assist the interpreters in providing an accurate translation of your remarks.
By following these guidelines, you ensure that your message remains accessible to everyone, including those at the back of the room or those attending the session remotely.
The conference schedule is available here. Please consult it to stay informed about all activities and special sessions.
For any questions, please contact the conference organizers at xavier.st-denis@inrs.ca, james.falconer@statcan.gc.ca, and beatrice.morselli@inrs.ca.
Thank you again for your important contribution to our conference!
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