Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do presenters have to register?
A: If your paper is accepted for presentation, you will be required to register and pay the registration fee to confirm your participation.

Q: What is the approximate cost to stay in Montréal?
A: Aside from registration for the conference, most costs are variable (food, housing, transportation). The figures below provide an average estimate of costs (all prices in Canadian dollars – CAD):

• Conference Hotels: $120-169/night + taxes ($3/night + 6% GST + 7.5% PST
on the total amount, including taxes)
• Food and Beverage: Minimum $45-65/day
• Airport Transportation (one way): $35 + tip by taxi or $14 by airport shuttle
• Transportation in Montreal (as required): Bus, metro (subway) @ $2.75/trip or $11.75 for 6 tickets or $19 for weekly pass; Taxis @ $5-10/trip (downtown-downtown)

Q: How secure is downtown Montréal?
A: Montreal is an active and safe city. Major streets and sidewalks are rarely empty, since local Montrealers often go out to the many restaurants, clubs and entertainment spots in the larger downtown area.

Q: If I don’t speak French, will I still be understood?
A: Workers at most businesses and public offices in the downtown core are bilingual, as are the majority of taxi drivers.

Q: Will the Canadian health system look after me if I fall ill?
A: Canada’s national health insurance program covers only Canadian citizens. All non-Canadian delegates should have full health insurance for travel to the ISAAC 2008 conference.

Q: I am an AAC user. Can I get help in preparing my conference presentation?
A: For AAC users needing advice on presenting papers at the Conference, contact Robert Jean and Marc St-Cyr at ISAAC2008@jpdl.com.

Q: Can I get funding to help me attend the conference?
A: The conference offers a reduced registration fee for individuals who use AAC, students, and individuals from developing countries. Aside from this, however, the conference is not able to provide financial assistance for attendance, travel, or any other expenses. For information about possible funding, individuals should contact their local ISAAC chapter. Click here to see the ISAAC chapter list.