Hosting your event in Canada has never been easier, and there isn't a better venue choice than the International Centre.  Our easily accessed location is perfect for U.S. visitors arriving by plane or car, and our customs brokerage service provider will guarantee that there are no delays at the border with your shipments.  We offer plenty of free parking 24 hours a day, including for those who are arriving by bus or motorcoach.

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LOCATION

The International Centre is located 5 minutes from Canada's busiest airport, Toronto Pearson International (YYZ).  A network of freeways and public transit all provide fast access to downtown Toronto which is less than 16 miles away.  Click "Directions" at the top of the page for more information.

ACCOMODATIONS

The airport area is home to over 40 different international hotels with over 10,000 available bedrooms; plenty of choices to make your stay more comfortable.  The International Centre has partnered with the top hotels in the vicinity to offer planners the most competitive rates and services available today.  Click "Hotels" at the top of the page for more information.

CURRENCY & TAXES

For up-to-date exchange rate information, please visit the Bank of Canada's online Currency Converter.

U.S. event planners may be able to claim a tax rebate if the attendance at the event is at least 75% non-Canadian.  A 5% Goods and Services Tax (GST) is commonly charged on goods sold and services provided in Canada.  Purchases made in Ontario are also subject to an 8% Provincial Sales Tax (PST).  For additional information regarding taxes and rebates, please visit the Canada Revenue Agency website.

CUSTOMS MADE EASY

To assist with the process of planning trade shows for U.S. clients, the International Centre has partnered with Commerce Trade Shows Logistics Group, a dedicated and competent team of professionals offering complete customs brokerage services as well as a full range of transportation options over air, land and sea.

Visitors entering Canada must clear Canada Border Services Agency security upon entry.  Canada has one of the most advanced customs processes in the world, providing visitors with peace of mind and ease of travel.  Visitors from the U.S. must have valid travel documents to enter Canada, in accordance with the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, which varies by mode of transportation and age of traveler.

TRAVEL TIMES

60% of the U.S. population is less than 90 minutes away from Toronto by plane, and within 500 miles by car.  This includes major cities, such as:

The International Centre is located at the crossroads of seven major Ontario freeways, providing lots of flexibility in travel routes.  There are also more than 70 different airlines flying into Toronto's Pearson International Airport just minutes away from the International Centre, making the International Centre one of Toronto's top event desinations for U.S planners and visitors.