A limited number of 60 on-campus rooms are available at the conference rate and may be reserved until August 6, 2026. Any rooms that remain unreserved after this date will be released and can no longer be guaranteed for conference attendees.

Please note that on-campus accommodations may be offered as either private or shared units, depending on availability.

We encourage attendees to stay on campus whenever possible. Choosing on-campus accommodations helps simplify logistics and minimizes the need for coordinating off-campus hotel arrangements.

Accommodation Rates

• Shared accommodation: $65 per bedroom (shared bathroom), per night + HST + MAT

• Private accommodation: $125 per unit, per night + HST + MAT

Accommodation booking deadline: August 6, 2026

Reservations and Parking

To make a reservation or inquire about availability, please contact:

• Email: orilliaresidence@Lakeheadu.ca

• Telephone: 705-330-4012

Local attendees who choose to drive to campus will be responsible for making their own parking arrangements.

Getting Here

By Air

The most convenient major airport is Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), approximately 125 km from Orillia.

• Driving: Approx. 1.5–2 hours via Highway 400

• Bus: Ontario Northland provides service from Toronto to Orillia

By Car

• Free or paid visitor parking is available on campus.

• Clear signage is provided upon entering the university grounds.

By Bus/Public Transit

• Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) buses serve Orillia from Toronto and other Ontario cities.

• From downtown Orillia, local buses or taxis can take you to the campus in ~10 minutes.

Off-Campus Accommodations

Several hotels are located within a short drive of the campus:

• Fairfield Inn & Suites Orillia –  5 min drive

• Best Western Mariposa Inn & Conference Centre – 5-10 min drive

• Champlain Waterfront Hotel – 10-15 min drive

• Best Western Plus Orillia Hotel – 10-15 min drive

• Stone Gate Inn – 10 min drive

Local Information