FAQs: International Symposium on Destination Stewardship

Q: How do I get to the Canadian Museum of History?
A: The Canadian Museum of History is accessible via various methods:

by bus from Ottawa and Gatineau. To reach the Museum by bus, please use the OC Transpo or the Société de transport de l’Outaouais trip planner.

If you would prefer to make your way via bicycle or by foot , the Museum is located right on the scenic Voyageurs Pathway. Bike racks are available on the Plaza and close to the Panorama Café terrace.

If you are arriving by car, parking is available, and the cost is $13.00 per day. The Museum address is: 100 Laurier St, Gatineau, Quebec K1A 0M8 . Please note The Alexandra Bridge between Ottawa and Gatineau is close to all vehicular traffic, however 1 lane will remain accessible to pedestrians and cyclists. As previously announced, the boardwalk and articulation joints will undergo repairs that will address the safety of the bridge. Please see the map here.

Q: What are some of the sustainability initiatives taking place during the Symposium?
A: For a full list of initiatives being implemented at the Symposium, visit the Sustainability page.
Destination Canada is proud to lead events with sustainability at the forefront. Here are some of the actions being implemented at the Symposium:

Prioritizing vendors implementing sustainable practices like serving local and sustainably-sourced menus and products
Worked with vendors to eliminate their use of single-use plastics and to create an event using sustainable materials
Confirming the exact number of meals required in advance to reduce food waste
Providing a reusable cutlery set for attendees to use during the Symposium and beyond
Using digital over hard copy communications wherever possible
Working with vendors to track the emissions produced from hosting the Symposium (using the innovative TRACE platform), and offsetting those emissions through investment in reputable, certified projects
Sharing our alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with attendees to encourage education and additional action toward sustainable development
Increasing attendee awareness around the sustainability initiatives we are taking to reduce the emissions from this event, and what they can do to further

Q: How can I help make the Symposium more sustainable?

Destination Canada is taking several steps to make the Symposium a sustainable event. Here are some ways you can increase our collective impact:

Pack light and reusable (remember to bring your reusable water bottle!)
Book travel with minimal transfers and carpool when possible
Take sustainable modes of transportation to the airport, venue and locally when possible
Offset the emissions from your travel by purchasing from reputable, certified offset programs
Bring your reusable cutlery set daily for use throughout the Symposium (and beyond!)
Choose vegetarian options for meals outside of the Symposium
Return your lanyard after the Symposium for use at other events
Keep communications digital and avoid printing email or app notifications
Turn off lights and unplug electronics when not in use
Decline housekeeping if your room can go without
Choose souvenirs made by local artisans and vendors while exploring the region
Leverage your new connections to develop and strengthen lasting domestic and cross-border relationships with other changemakers
Take some time to learn about the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and how you may be able to contribute

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