Participant Resources

A number of resources are available for conference participants. Resources include the following items:

Accessibility

All conference locations are wheelchair accessible. Entrances to the Palais des congrès de Montréal are equipped with access ramps and automatic doors, and every room is equipped with listening systems for the hearing impaired. Reserved parking spaces for permit holders are available at the Viger parking lot, accessible by Rue Chenneville. Complimentary wheelchairs for use in the conference site can be reserved on the Palais website.

Childcare

Kidtabulous Event Childcare Services is available during the 2026 Annual Meeting. Kidtabulous is a Montreal-based hotel babysitting service, with babysitters coming directly to your hotel.

Be sure to book at least 72 hours prior to the date(s) needed. Mention the ACLA conference when making your request for a 10% discount off the booking fee. Each booking includes a "kids fun bag" with activities to keep children entertained. The booking form can be accessed at www.kidtabulous.com/contact or by emailing [email protected].

Please note that childcare services are provided by an external company. ACLA is not affiliated with the childcare service company and assumes no liability for childcare services. All communication and arrangements are made directly with Kidtabulous Event Childcare.

In Case of Emergency

For any safety concerns during the conference, locate an ACLA or Palais staff member for non-emergencies. For minor medical concerns, first aid services are available upon request.

In the event of an emergency, please do not call 911 directly. Instead, call the Palais security team at one of the following numbers at any time:

Outside line: 514-871-3141

Inside line: 555

The Palais has several entrances, and security officers are able to direct emergency responders to the appropriate entrance to prevent delays.

Parking

There are several parking lots on site and near the Palais, including:

Indoor Parking Palais des congrès
1025 Rue Chenneville, accessible by Avenue Viger
$27 daily rate
400 spots

If you plan to drive, you can find road conditions and additional information on the Quebec 511 website. If you need a charging station for your vehicle, you'll find an interactive map from Hydro-Quebec.

Taxis and Ridesharing

Taxis are available throughout the downtown area and can be requested online. Ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft can be requested through mobile applications, and taxi sharing services are also available. Bicycle rental services are available, with docking stations next to the Palais. The address for the conference site is Palais des congrès de Montréal, 1001 Place Jean-Paul-Riopelle, Montréal, QC H2Z 1M2, Canada.

Public Transportation

The Société de transport de Montréal website provides schedules and route maps of trains and buses. The Palais is a few minutes’ walk from the Place-d’Armes stop on Line 2/Orange, with an entrance with elevator access available at Accès St-Urbain, 960 Rue St-Urbain, H2Z 1K4. You can purchase 1-trip tickets and OPUS cards in the metro from fare vending machines or at the ticket booth from a station officer. Please note you must keep your proof of payment for the duration of your trip.