Accessibility

Yes, here is the link to the campus map : www.uqtr.ca/campusTR(nouvelle fenêtre)

Yes, shuttle services will be available to travel between the exhibition venues during the opening receptions on October 9, 10, and 11. Your conference badge will be required to use this service.

Yes, there will be translation into English, French, Spanish, Italian, and Polish. Unfortunately, there will not be sign language interpretation services.

Unfortunatly, the conference will be fully in-person only

Information for International Participants

We recommend that you choose Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) as your point of arrival in Canada. This airport offers numerous international connections and is the most accessible option from the conference venue.

BY CAR

Car rental (from Montreal):

You can rent a car directly at the airport, where many rental agencies are available. The route from Montreal to Trois-Rivières is well-marked and convenient.

Duration: About 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on traffic.

Route: Take Highway 40 East (Autoroute Félix-Leclerc or Autoroute Métropolitaine in Montreal) directly to Trois-Rivières.

Cost: Varies depending on the type of car, but basic rentals start at approximately $85 CAD to $100 CAD per day, excluding fuel and insurance.

Car rental (from Quebec City):

You can rent a car directly at the airport, where many rental agencies are available. The route from Quebec City to Trois-Rivières is also well-marked and convenient.

• Duration: About 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on traffic.
• Route: Take Highway 40 West (Autoroute Félix-Leclerc) directly to Trois-Rivières.
• Cost: Varies depending on the type of car, but basic rentals start at approximately $85 CAD to $100 CAD per day, excluding fuel and insurance.

BUS

Intercity Bus:

Several companies provide bus service between Montreal and Trois-Rivières. The most well-known is Orléans Express.

• Duration: About 1.75 to 2 hours.
• Route: Multiple daily departures from the Montreal bus station, with additional departures from the airport (e.g., stops at Lionel-Groulx Metro station).
• Frequency: Multiple departures daily.
• Cost: Around $50 CAD, depending on the time and availability. Discounted rates are available for students and seniors.

For more details, visit: www.orleansexpress.com(new window)

City bus transportation :

There is a direct line operated by the Société de Transport de Trois-Rivières (STTR) between the Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR) and downtown Trois-Rivières 🚍. Line 5 covers this route, connecting the UQTR Terminus to the Downtown Terminus. It’s a convenient and regular option for traveling between campus and the heart of the city. You can visit the website: https://sttr.qc.ca

Here are the typical weekday departure times for Line 5, from Downtown Terminus to UQTR:

🧭 The trip takes approximately 21 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Here are the contact details for a taxi service, if needed:

• Taxi Coop Mauricie – https://taxiscoopmauricie.com/
• Taxi Trois-Rivières 9000 – https://taxitroisrivieres.ca/

We have arranged a partnership with Hôtel Gouverneur, located at 975 Rue Hart, Trois-Rivières, Quebec, G9A 4S3. This hotel is a 6-minute drive or a 40-minute walk from UQTR.

Rates:

• Check-in: Thursday, October 9, 2025
• Check-out: Sunday, October 12, 2025 (3 nights)
• 75 rooms available
  • Classic: 149$ per single occupancy + 15$  per additional person. The price is in Canadian dollars.
    
    To get this rate, you must call and reserve directly by calling 1-888-910-1111, mentioning the name IMPACT13. Upon arrival at the hotel reception, each participant will be asked to provide a credit card for additional fees.
  • Participants experiencing difficulty reaching us by phone may contact us via email at hotel.trois-rivieres@gouverneur.com

Cancellation policy: Cancellations are free of charge up to 15 days before your stay.

You may also consider renting an apartment through various rental platforms.