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CAAS 2025 Conference is Coming.

Early-bird registration deadline April 15, 2025

Registration is now open for the 2025 conference of the Canadian Association of African Studies, themed 'Making, Unmaking, and Remaking Africa’. The conference will be held in a hybrid format, with events occurring simultaneously at the University of Toronto Scarborough and online. We look forward to seeing you.

Theme: Making, Unmaking, and Remaking Africa

June 3rd-6th, 2025

Join us on June 3rd-6th, 2025, at the University of Toronto, Scarborough, and online for an unforgettable conference.

Registration Instructions

Thank you for your interest in our hybrid conference. Please read the following registration instructions and policies carefully. 

Deadline: Conference registrations close on Monday, May 16, at midnight Eastern Time. To remain in the conference program, participants must complete their registration by this date. On-site registrations will be considered under two circumstances. First, you are awaiting a final decision on your visa application. Second, you have applied to your employer/funding bodies for a travel grant and are awaiting a final decision. Please email your request for on-site registration before May 16, including your evidence that you meet any of the two conditions, to caas.acea.conference@gmail.com

Membership status: Please note that conference registration is open only to CAAS members. Your registration will not be complete until you pay the association membership fee. To become a CAAS member, visit: https://caas-acea.org/caas/membership

Modes of Payment: The registration portal accepts card payments only (Visa, Visa/debit, MasterCard, MasterCard/debit and American Express). If you or your institution requires an invoice for domestic or international wire transfers, please email your request to caas.acea.conference@gmail.com

Refunds: You may withdraw your participation from the conference at any time. However, CAAS will not honour registration refund requests after April 15, 2025. All refund requests (before April 15) are subjected to 15% processing fee. Email your request for refund to caas.acea.conference@gmail.com

Photos/Videos: CAAS will have photographers and videographers at the conference. Photographs/videos taken at the conference may be used by the association for marketing, publicity, promotions, and training purposes. By registering for this conference, you agree to allow CAAS to use your photographs/videos taken at official activities, public events, or public locations in all media publicity. You also agree that you will have the necessary rights and permissions for any content you share at the conference forums and events.

CAAS reserves the right to update these policies without prior notice. Whenever any changes are made, this site will be updated with the revised version. Thanks for registering for this conference. We look forward to your participation!

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Off-campus Accommodation /Hotels

Conference participants are solely responsible for arranging their accommodation during their stay in Toronto, Canada. The Canadian Association of African Studies (CAAS) does not assume any responsibility or liability for accommodation arrangements, including availability, quality, pricing, or any issues that may arise with bookings. Participants are encouraged to make their arrangements well in advance and communicate directly with their chosen accommodation providers.

Comfort Inn Pickering

7 533 Kingston Rd.Pickering, ON L1V 3N7 
(905) 831-6200
(905) 831-6025

$169/ per night per room + taxesQueen Bed, No Smoking (Single/ Double)To make individual reservations, Guests must call the hotel directly and mention the group/team name or the group code to obtain the negotiated rate. All reservations must be guaranteed with a valid credit card or advance deposit.
Group Name: CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF AFRICAN STUDIES CONFERENCE

Booking window:
Deadline: 
Driving/Taxi: 10 minutes
Bus/Train:12-15 minutes

Best Western Plus Executive Inn

7095 Woodbine Ave, Markham 

$189/per night Per room + taxesStandard Room - 1 King Bed or 2 Queen bedsTo book a room, please contact:
Ruvika Perera Sales Manager T: 905 307 3044 E: rperera@courtyardtowneplacemarkham.com 

Booking window:
June 1st - 8th
Deadline: April 28
Driving/Taxi: 15 minutes 
Bus/Train: Approx. 1 hour 15 minutes

Pickering Casino Resort Hotel

888 Durham Live Ave Pickering Ontario L1W 0A5 CA

$155 /per night per room + taxes

$185 /per night per room + taxesStandard King Room 

Standard 2 Queen RoomW:https://greatcanadian.com/hotels/pickering/
E: hotel@pickeringcasino.comT: 1-888-399-4998
Booking window:
Deadline: 

Driving/Taxi: 15 minutes
Bus/Train:40-45 minutes

Marriott Courtyard

38 Estate Drive Toronto East (Scarborough) ON M1H 2Z1
Telephone ~ 416-430-0444

$209/per night per room + taxes

$219/per night per room + taxesStandard One KING Bed with Sofa Pul-Out
Standard TWO QUEEN BedReservations can be made by any of the following ways:1. Hotel Email: guest.bw.toronto@bwexeplusinn.com2. Hotel Telephone: 416 430 04443. Fax Reservation request to 416 430 0555
Booking window:
Deadline: 
Driving/Taxi: 7 minutes
Bus/Train:25-30 minutes

Disclaimer

Conference participants are solely responsible for arranging their accommodation during their stay in Toronto, Canada. The Canadian Association of African Studies (CAAS) does not assume any responsibility or liability for accommodation arrangements, including availability, quality, pricing, or any issues that may arise with bookings. Participants are encouraged to make their arrangements well in advance and communicate directly with their chosen accommodation providers.

On-Campus Accommodation

Booking Window June 1-9, 2025

The University of Toronto Scarborough has offered CAAS an opportunity to reserve their brand-new undergraduate students’ residence, Harmony Commons.

IMPORTANT:

All accommodations in Harmony Commons MUST have a meal component. The guest can choose one of the two available options.

Option 1: "All-Access" package @  $42/person per day. This includes three meals at the all-you-can-eat dining hall in the building. 

Option 2: "Breakfast-and-Dinner-Only" package @ $30/person per day

Please note that accommodation and meal plan rates are exclusive of tax (13% HST)

Shared bedroom
$90/night
Per Person (Two guests must team up to book this room.)
Includes:
Ideal for collaboration
Shared bathroom access for two bedrooms
Two guests Per Bedroom
Maximum of 4 guests sharing 1 bathroom
Single Bedroom
$125/night
Per Person
Includes:
Shared bathroom access for two bedrooms
Cozy living environment
Ideal for collaboration
Maximum 3 guest sharing 1 bathroom
Super Single Bedroom
$150/night
Per Person
Includes:
Comfortable sleeping space
Private bathroom access
Quiet study area

Disclaimer

Harmony Commons is an undergraduate residence and not a hotel. Please watch the virtual tour and the website. Please note that although CAAS is taking room bookings on Harmony Commons’ behalf, CAAS does not assume any responsibility or liability for accommodation arrangements. Participants are also encouraged to make their own off-campus accommodation arrangements.

Things to do in Toronto

Download this PDF and see what kind of things you can do while in Toronto.

Toronto

Travelling from Pearson International Airport to the University of Toronto, Scarborough Campus (UTSC)

Please note the following when travelling from the airport to UTSC: 

AIRPORT LIMO/ TAXI

Airport Limo costs approximately $90, please be prepared to pay with Canadian dollars, or with VISA or MasterCard. Students should always advise the driver that they require a receipt. 

RIDE-SHARING APPS

Uber/Lyft - $60-$70, please note travelling during peak traffic times may cause higher fares.

You can find the rideshare pickup area here: https://www.torontopearson.com/en/transportation-and-parking/ride-sharing

PUBLIC TRANSIT

cash fare $3.25; it may take more than two hours to arrive on campus.

  1. Take Bus 900 at Pearson Airport to Kipling Subway Station.
  2. Take the subway Eastbound to Kennedy Subway Station.
  3. Take Bus 905 at Kennedy Subway Station to UTSC.

For more information, please visit the Greater Toronto Airport Authority website.

GO BUS

To get from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) using GO Bus , follow these steps:

Step 1: Take GO Bus Route 40 (Pearson Airport → Richmond Hill Center)

  • Location: GO Bus Terminal at Pearson (Terminal 1, Ground Level)
  • Bus Route: GO Bus 40 Eastbound (Pearson Airport → Richmond Hill Center)
  • Stop: Get off at Highway 407 Bus Terminal
  • Duration: ~20–25 minutes

Step 2: Transfer to GO Bus Route 92 (Highway 407 Bus Terminal → Oshawa GO Station)

  • Bus Route: GO Bus 92 Eastbound (Oshawa GO Station via Scarborough)
  • Stop: Get off at UTSC (Ellesmere & Military Trail)
  • Duration: approx. 40–45 minutes

Total Travel Time: approx. 1 hour 10 minutes (excluding wait times)

Fare: $10-$12

Travelling from Downtown Toronto to the University of Toronto, Scarborough Campus (UTSC)

Here are a few ways you can get from Downtown Toronto to University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC):

Option 1: TTC Subway + Bus 

  1. Take Line 2 (Bloor-Danforth Subway) Eastbound
    • Board the subway at Bloor-Yonge Station or another downtown station on Line 1 and transfer to Line 2 at Bloor-Yonge.
    • Travel eastbound to Kennedy Station (last stop on Line 2).
  2. Transfer to TTC Bus 86 or 905 from Kennedy Station
    • TTC Bus 86 Scarborough or 905 Eglinton East ExpressGet off at UTSC (Military Trail & Ellesmere Rd).
  • Total Travel Time:  approx. 1 hour
  • Fare: $3.35 (with PRESTO card or cash)

Option 2: GO Bus from Union Station

  1. Take GO Bus Route 92 (Oshawa GO) from Union Station Bus Terminal
    • Board at Union Station Bus Terminal (Bay & Front St.)
    • Get off at UTSC (Ellesmere & Military Trail).
  • Total Travel Time: ~40–50 minutes
  • Fare: ~$5–$7 (PRESTO discount applies)

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