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All scientific sessions will be held at the Centennial Centre for Interdisciplinary Science (CCIS) lecture halls. Keynote Lecture, Opening Reception and the CryoEM Facility tour will be held Katz Group Centre for Pharmacy and Health Research (KATZ). Lunches will be held at the Lister Hall Centre (LH). Please click on University of Alberta North Campus Map link to familiarize your self with the locations or download the Campus Map as a PDF. 

Travel Information
Edmonton, the capital city of Alberta, is easily accessible by air, rail, bus, or car. The city is served by Edmonton International Airport (YEG), one of Canada’s busiest airports, offering numerous daily domestic and international flights. The airport is located approximately 30 minutes south of downtown Edmonton and is well connected to the city by taxis, ride-share services, airport shuttles, and rental cars. Edmonton is also accessible by VIA Rail and several intercity bus services, and is conveniently located along major highways for those driving from within Alberta or neighbouring provinces. Known for its vibrant arts scene, extensive river valley park system, and welcoming atmosphere, Edmonton offers a wide range of dining, cultural, and recreational opportunities for visitors year-round. For additional travel and tourism information, please visit the Explore Edmonton website.

Accommodation

Rooms have been booked at the following facilities:

1. Campus Tower Suite Hotel (campustower.com)
2. Metterra Hotel on Whyte (metterra.com)
3. Varscona Hotel on Whyte (varscona.com)
4. Lister Residence

Please book your accommodation at your earliest convenience. Rates and rooms will only be available based on availability.

Varscona Hotel on Whyte

A total of 50 rooms have been blocked at the Varscona Hotel on Whyte for the Canadian Society of Microbiologists 75th Annual Conference registrants.  

Check in date: Monday, June 15, 2026
Check out date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Rate: $179

Please Note:
Room rates are net, non-commissionable and quoted in Canadian funds. Rates are on a per room, per night basis (single or double occupancy). Additional occupants (maximum quad occupancy) are $30.00. Children under the age of the age of 12 years, sharing room with their parent(s), stay at no charge. All room rates are subject to a 4% Alberta Provincial Tourism Levy, 5% Goods and Services Tax, and 4% Destination Marketing.

ADDED VALUE
The following items are included in our room rates at no extra charge:
- Self-Parking
- In-room high-speed Internet access
- Unlimited local phone calls & calling card or toll-free calls
- In-room Illy coffee maker
- Unlimited access to the Fitness Facility
- 24-hour access to the Business Centre
- Mini fridge in every room

CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT
Check-in time
: 3:00PM
Check-out time: 12:00PM (noon)
In case of late check-out, late charge will apply

100% SMOKE FREE
Please note - Varscona Hotel on Whyte Hotel is 100% smoke-free.

CUT OFF DATE
All reservations must be made by May 15, 2026 in order to qualify for the group rate. After May 15, 2026 all room nights which have not been reserved, will be considered as rooms not being used and returned back into hotel general inventory.

RESERVATION
Reservations can be made online using the following link: https://reservations.travelclick.com/110290?groupID=4883373

Address:
Varscona Hotel on Whyte
8208 106 St, Edmonton, AB T6E 6R9

Metterra Hotel on Whyte

A total of 50 rooms have been blocked at the Metterra Hotel on Whyte for the Canadian Society of Microbiologists 75th Annual Conference registrants.  

Check in date: Monday, June 15, 2026
Check out date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Rate: $179

Please Note:
Room rates are net, non-commissionable and quoted in Canadian funds. Rates are on a per room, per night basis (single or double occupancy). Additional occupants (maximum quad occupancy) are $30.00. Children under the age of the age of 12 years, sharing room with their parent(s), stay at no charge. All room rates are subject to a 4% Alberta Provincial Tourism Levy, 5% Goods and Services Tax, and 4% Destination Marketing.

ADDED VALUE
The following items are included in our room rates at no extra charge:
- Executive Breakfast Buffet - 6:30am - 9:30am Mon-Fri | 7:30-10:30am Weekends & Holidays
- Self-Parking
- In-room high-speed Internet access
- Unlimited local phone calls & calling card or toll-free calls
- In-room Illy coffee maker
- Unlimited access to the Fitness Facility
- 24-hour access to the Business Centre
- Mini fridge in every room

CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT
Check-in time
: 3:00PM
Check-out time: 12:00PM (noon)
In case of late check-out, late charge will apply

100% SMOKE FREE
Please note - Metterra Hotel on Whyte Hotel is 100% smoke-free.

CUT OFF DATE
All reservations must be made by May 15, 2026 in order to qualify for the group rate. After May 15, 2026 all room nights which have not been reserved, will be considered as rooms not being used and returned back into hotel general inventory.

RESERVATION
Reservations can be made online using the following link: https://reservations.travelclick.com/110294?groupID=4883376

Address:
Metterra Hotel on Whyte
10454 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6E 2A2

Campus Tower Suite Hotel

A total of 55 rooms have been blocked at the Campus Tower Suite Hotel for the Canadian Society of Microbiologists 75th Annual Conference registrants.  

Check in date: Monday, June 15, 2026
Check out date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
Rate: $169

Please Note:
Extra Adult Charges & Children: Guest Room Rates are based on adult occupancy and exclude taxes.  Children under the age of 18 years of age stay free, in the same room as a paid adult. 
Guest Room Rate Availability Pre & Post Event: Negotiated Guest Room Rates are available to your guests three (3) days pre/post actual Event dates (based on availability).  
Currency: Guest Room Rates are quoted in Canadian Dollars and are subject to taxes.
No-Show Reservations: Guest Room reservations where the Guest has not arrived on their confirmed arrival date will be cancelled by the Hotel and the party which has guaranteed the reservation will be charged an  amount equalling one night of the confirmed Guest Room Rate plus applicable taxes. 

All room rates are subject to a 4% Alberta Provincial Tourism Levy, 5% Goods and Services Tax, and 3% Destination Marketing.

CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT
Check-in time
: 4:00PM
Check-out time: 11:00AM
In case of late check-out, late charge will apply

PARKING
Discounted parking of $17.85 available per vehicle, per night (no vehicles over 6ft. will fit in the attached parkade)

CUT OFF DATE
All reservations must be made by May 19, 2026 in order to qualify for the group rate. After May 19, 2026 all room nights which have not been reserved, will be considered as rooms not being used and returned back into hotel general inventory.

RESERVATION
Reservations can be made online using the following link: https://reservations.campustower.com/112042?groupID=4776742#/guestsandrooms or by calling the hotel directly at 780.439.6060. You can reference the group code 8550832 or meeting name by quoting - Canadian Society of Microbiologists AGM.

Address:
Campus Tower Suite Hotel
11145 87 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6G 0Y1

Lister Residence

A total of 100 rooms have been blocked at the Lister Residence for the Canadian Society of Microbiologists 75th Annual Conference registrants.  

Types of rooms and rates:
- Queen Guest Room(s) - 5; $129.00
- Double/Double Guest Room(s) - 5; $129.00
- Schaffer Single Private Room(s) - 55; $84.00
- Traditional Single Rooms(s) - 20; $77.00
- Traditional Twin Rooms(s) - 20; $88.00
*All rates are quoted in Canadian currency and subject to applicable taxes.

TRADITIONAL DORM ROOMS: Accommodation is provided in traditional dorm rooms. Single and twin rooms are available; shared washrooms are centrally located on each floor. Linen and towel services are provided. Please note, twin rooms are either dedicated twin rooms or single rooms are used with the provision of cots - availability of dedicated twin rooms cannot be guaranteed. Groups not wanting to utilize cots to twin rooms will be required to pay single rates. Nightly rates include high speed internet access. Each floor includes a lounge with a telephone and cable television, a kitchen and coin-operated laundry. Note that parking charges are extra and may be purchased through a Parking Services kiosk.

PRIVATE DORM ROOMS: Accommodation is provided in private dorm rooms in single occupancy (one single bed). Nightly rates include high speed internet access. Rooms offer private washrooms, a work desk, linen and towel services. Each floor includes a lounge with cable television, telephone service with free local calls, a kitchen and coin-operated laundry. Note that parking charges are extra and may be purchased through a Parking Services kiosk.

GUEST ROOMS: Accommodation is provided in the Conference Centre Guest Rooms. Nightly rates include high speed internet access. Rates are based on single or double occupancy. Guest rooms offer televisions with cable service, telephones with free local calls, hair dryers, fridge, Keuring coffee maker, clock radios, as well as daily housekeeping service. Note that parking charges are extra and may be purchased through a Parking Services kiosk.

CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT
Check-in time
: 4:00PM
Check-out time: 11:00AM
In case of late check-out, late charge will apply

RESERVATION
Reservations can be by filling out the registration form below (red button) and emailing the completed forms to guest.services@ualberta.ca. Alternatively, you may telephone the Lister Hall Front Desk at 780-492-6056. You can reference the group name of Canadian Society of Microbiologists when making reservations to receive preferential rate.

CUT OFF DATE
All reservations must be made by May 15, 2026 in order to qualify for the group rate. After May 15, 2026 all room nights which have not been reserved, will be considered as rooms not being used and returned back into hotel general inventory.

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