19th International Scientific Meeting
of the VCFS Educational Foundation, Inc.
Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Dates:
July 19-22, 2012
Conference Agenda
Preview the full meeting agenda here.
Kids Zone Schedule
Preview schedule here. |
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Calling All Artist!
An art exhibit showcasing the talents of children, teens and adults with VCFS. read more
Teen Models Wanted
Tessa Koller, an up and coming fashion designer who has VCFS, will be presenting her 2012 line at the conference. read more |
Register at the Door
Online pre-registration and registration by mail for the 19th Annual International Scientific Meeting of the VCFS Educational Foundation in Toronto, Ontario, Canada has ended. The meeting will be held July 19-22, 2011.
Conference registration is now only available at the door.
NOTE: Unfortunately, effective 7/17/12, the VCFSEF will incur a surcharge for onsite registrations, subsequently, we will need to pass this charge along to those who are registering at the door.
Adult and child 13 years and older: $220
Child 6 years to 12 years of age: $140
Child 5 years and younger: FREE
Single day registration: $140
Student registration: $145
Nonmembers ad $50.00/family
Download Onsite Paper Registration
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Abstract Form for All Submissions
Professionals and Family members are invited to submit presentations to the Program Committee. All submissions must be received by May 14, 2011.
Click here for the Online Abstract Form for All Submissions
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Hilton Toronto Airport will be the site for the 19th Annual Meeting. A rate of $99.00/room has been negotiated until 6/30/12. After 6/30/12, the above room rate is not guaranteed. In addition Hilton Toronto Airport has provided VCFSEF with a reduction in the rate of internet service in guest rooms to $6.95/day. Complimentary Internet/WiFI hotspots are available throughout the hotel, including the meeting rooms. Parking is also complimentary. Hilton Toronto Airport offers a complimentary shuttle bus between the Hotel and Toronto International Airport. If reserving a room via phone (1.905.677.9900 in Canada; 1-800-HILTONS in US/Internationally) make sure you use the Group Code VCFS12. Or, register on line using this link: |
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Transportation
The following airlines and rail services have provided attendees of this conference in reduced rate:
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Air Canada is the official airline of the 19th Annual International Scientific Meeting of the Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome Educational Foundation, Inc. Travel on Air Canada runs from Thursday, July 12 – Sunday, July 29, 2012. To make reservations, either accesses the airline on line at www.aircanada.com
The Air Canada promotion code for the meeting is XNP6MBT1
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Porter Airlines is proud to offer a 20% discount on all available base fares for travel to and from the 19th Annual Scientific Meeting of the VCFSEF. The discounted fares are available for booking from February 24 to July 25, 2012 and available for travel:
Location: Dates of Travel:
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To: Toronto |
From: July 16, 2012 |
To: July 22, 2012 |
From: Toronto |
To: Anywhere in Canada or US |
From: July 19, 2012 |
To: July 25, 2012 |
Please book online at www.flyporter.com or through your travel agent using promo code VCFSEF.
Porter offers complimentary in-flight snacks and beverages (including beer and wine), GatePorter service for carry-on and access to the Porter Lounge in Toronto and Ottawa, where free Wi-Fi and comfortable, leather seating is available. |
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VIA Rail is offering a 10% discount on the best available fare in Economy, Business, Sleeper, or Sleeper Touring class. Travel dates are from July 17 – July 24, 2012 with travel ending in Toronto. To reserve this rate, go to www.vialrail.ca, log in, or create a profile. On passenger information screen, select “Convention Fare” from the “Discount type” drop down menu, and enter 12340 as the conference code. |
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Become a VCFS Educational Foundation Member Today!
Membership dues help fund the website, toll-free phone line, education materials, mailings, and our annual international scientific meeting. Donations and dues are the only source of funding for the Foundation. As a member you receive a discount on conference registration and access to the members only section of our website. By becoming a member today, you’ll make it possible for the VCFS Educational Foundation to move forward—to reach every continent.
1 Year Membership - $40
Student Membership - $20
(You may also request a waiver of dues.)
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