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New Age Civilization of the 3rd Millennium:
the age of global co-operation and symbiotical relationships theme A Vision to Caring for Life and Earth August 17-22, 2004 Expense Estimate Information
Table of Contents | 1.0 Introduction 2.0 Universal Currency Converter service 3.0 Housing 4.0 Registration 5.0 Airfare 6.0 Meals 7.0 Local transportation and accessibility 8.0 Recreational activities 9.0 Special arrangements 10.0 Accommodations and meals 11.0 Accessible services 12.0 Other arrangements 13.0 Information on individual countries 14.0 Bed & Breakfast 15.0 Hotels 16.0 General and detailed information on the physical site 17.0 City Guides 18.0 Expense estimate information HOME Back to top of page Global Dialogue 2004 Call for Papers Issues 2004 Program
In case you are trying to put together an expense estimate to attend the Global Dialogue 2004, the following
information should be helpful. The Earth Community Organization has no funds to: * help you financially, We are giving you here as much information as possible in participating in the global dialogue. A) Housing Hotel room rates can be obtained directly from the websites at: All Hotels are listed here. The Bed and Breakfast places are all listed here. B) Registration Registration fees to attend Global Dialogue 2004 are free. C) Airfare Contact a travel agency for an airfare estimate. D) Meals Average $40 - 60 per day for three moderately-priced meals. Contact: for prices, places and kind of food. E) Local Transportation The Vancouver International Airport is an excellent performing airport in Canada. From the airport you can communite by charter flights to Nanaimo, British Columbia. Avis and Hertz car rental offices at the Airport. The Airporter Bus to various destination to downtown costs _____ . A cab ride from the airport to downtown is $ , however sharing a cab can be a much less costly endeavor; up to four people can ride for the price of one person. F) Taxes and Tax Rebates Goods and Services Tax (GST) The Goods and Services Tax (GST) is a seven per cent (7 %) tax that is charged on most goods and services sold or provided in Canada. Foreign visitors to Canada can apply for a rebate on the GST that is paid on accom-modation (up to 30 nights per visit), and on goods purchased in Canada and exported within 60 days of the purchase. The provincial tax is seven and a half percent (71/2 %). Tax rebates for Foreign-based convention organizers The foreign-based convention organizer also has another option. If the attendance at his or her convention is at least 75 per cent non-Canadian, he or she can claim a rebate for tax paid on exhibition space and convention supplies (including business equipment rental, security, audiovisual equipment and speakers). If you’re planning a meeting, trade show or convention in Toronto, you’re advised to contact both Canada Customs and Revenue Agency well in advance (three to six months is suggested). All the ins and outs of the GST will be explained to you in detail, and all the procedures set in motion. To obtain more information and request a copy of GST: Information for Travel Agencies, Tour Operators or Convention Organizers, contact: H) Information on the community where the global dialogue will be held:
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Registrants requesting accessible accommodations please let the Hotel Manager know in advance. Reservations It is wise to make your reservations at least 6 months in advance since Toronto is extremely popular. Any PERSONAL SERVICE requirements may be made when you reserve your room. Many rooms have extra beds and can accommodate four or even more persons. Some suites have kitchenettes. Hotels Please use the map of the City to make your own selection of a Hotel.Hotel rooms Hotel rooms will have different prices depending on size and other factors. It may be more economical to rent a room with other people.Bed and Breakfast Please use the map of the City to make your own selection of a Bed and Breakfast place. The places are all listed here.HOME Back to top of page Global Dialogue 2004 Call for Papers Issues 2004 Program
Even though there are no registration fees, registration to the Global Dialogue will be required. If you are planning to participate by coming to the site, please register now through the email and finalize your registration at the site on August 17. If you participate through the Internet only you still have to register by email. HOME Back to top of page Global Dialogue 2004 Call for Papers Issues 2004 Program
Contact a travel agency for an airfare estimate. Contact the Airport: HOME Back to top of page Global Dialogue 2004 Call for Papers Issues 2004 Program
Average $40 - 60 per day for three moderately-priced meals. Contact HOME Back to top of page Global Dialogue 2004 Call for Papers Issues 2004 Program
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We may have a Tour organized during the Global Dialogue. Information on other recreational activities in Toronto may be obtained in the sections on HOME Back to top of page Global Dialogue 2004 Call for Papers Issues 2004 Program
Let us know of any special arrangements related to: Churches Day Care Centre Meals Special needs Cost of meals Grocery store We will do our best to help you but we have no funds to help you financially or to help you in getting here other than helping you in getting the information you need to participate in the global dialogue. Our help to you is restrained to information gathering to participate in the global dialogue.. Information about the community where the global dialogue will be held: HOME Back to top of page Global Dialogue 2004 Call for Papers Issues 2004 Program
General information can be obtained at the following two sites:
Registrants requesting accessible accommodations please let the Hotel Manager know in advance. Reservations It is wise to make your reservations at least 6 months in advance since Toronto is extremely popular. Any PERSONAL SERVICE requirements may be made when you reserve your room. Many rooms have extra beds and can accommodate four or even more persons. Some suites have kitchenettes. HOME Back to top of page Global Dialogue 2004 Call for Papers Issues 2004 Program
for Registrants: with disabilities with children who are seniors with language differences We will do our best to help you but we have no funds to help you financially or to help you in getting here other than helping you in getting the information you need to participate in the global dialogue. Our help to you is restrained to information gathering to participate in the global dialogue.. Information about the community where the global dialogue will be held: HOME Back to top of page Global Dialogue 2004 Call for Papers Issues 2004 Program
A) Flight arrangements
You have to make your own flight arrangements. Contact a travel agency for an airfare estimate. Contact the Airport: B) Transportation arrangements from Airport to site of the Global Dialogue C) Special Arrangements for Groups Let us know in advance of your group needs. D) Delegates’Dining Room The Delegates’ Dining Room will be mentioned soon. For guests with special dietary needs, on-call Chefs are available who understand the requirements. Let us know in advance of your needs. E) Information Guide for the Public F) Passports, Visas and the Other Travel Documents Contact: Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca/protocol/ HOME Back to top of page Global Dialogue 2004 Call for Papers Issues 2004 Program
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Please use the map of the City to make your own selection of a Bed and Breakfast place. HOME Back to top of page Global Dialogue 2004 Call for Papers Issues 2004 Program
Please use the map of the City to make your own selection of a Hotel. HOME Back to top of page Global Dialogue 2004 Call for Papers Issues 2004 Program
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