Getting to SFU
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Air Travel to VancouverVancouver is located on the West Coast of Canada. There are direct flights to Vancouver International Airport from international destinations and most major US cities, depending on the airline. We suggest that you call your travel agent immediately and ask them to negotiate the best airfare for your trip. Climate and clothingWhat to wear: Warmed by off-shore currents and protected by the Coast Mountains, Vancouver's lower mainland enjoys pleasant spring temperatures that are rarely cold. Daytime temperatures in late May linger around 21°Celsius (69° Fahrenheit). Evenings are a bit cooler so it's best to pack a warm jacket or a light coat. Simon Fraser University's main Burnaby campus is situated at the top of Burnaby Mountain and may be a few degrees cooler than the city. Casual attire is appropriate for all conference sessions and for evening events. DisclaimerThe program planning committee and Simon Fraser University will accept no liability for personal injuries sustained or for loss or damage to property belonging to delegates either during or as a result of the meeting. Health InsuranceBe wise and plan ahead: Visitors to Canada should have medical protection coverage. Canadian government health plans do not cover non-residents visiting Canada. Purchase health insurance before your visit.
Commercial InformationCanadian Currency The facts about our money: The monetary system in Canada
is based on dollars and cents. All prices quoted on this website
are in Canadian dollars. Major credit and charge cards are readily accepted in Canada including American Express, MasterCard and VISA. ATM machines (automated teller machines) are also widely available in banks and retail areas. Conference participants from the USA or other international destinations are advised to use a credit card wherever possible to take advantage of the best exchange rates. When changing funds into Canadian dollars do so at a bank or foreign currency exchange outlet where you will receive the prevailing rate of exchange. Many places will accept US dollars but they set their own exchange rate or accept US dollars at par. TaxesAs a non-resident visitor, you can claim a refund for goods
and services tax (GST), currently 7%, paid on eligible goods
and/or short-term accommodation
while visiting Canada. Save your receipts for submission to Revenue Canada. Provincial sales tax is 7%. There is no sales tax on food or restaurant meals. If a visitor purchases goods and has them shipped by the vendor directly to his or her home location outside of Canada, no taxes are charged. (This is subject to availability and dependant on whether the vendor offers this option).
Customs InformationEntry into CanadaThe following information is provided to
assist visitors in crossing Canadian borders with ease and
minimal delays. Have your papers ready when you arrive in Canada. All visitors and residents who arrive by air have to complete a Customs Declaration form that is handed in to an Immigration Officer when you go through Canada Customs and Immigration. You can help make the immigration interview as short as possible by answering all questions simply and honestly. You should have your passport and other documents ready and with you rather than in your luggage.
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