Travel & Venue
Conference Venues
Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Location:
University of Ottawa Kanata North Campus
350 Legget Drive, Suite 300
Kanata, ON K2K 2W7
Date: Thursday – Friday, August 27–28, 2026
Location:
Desmarais Building, Room 4101 (Camille Villeneuve Hall)
University of Ottawa
55 Laurier Avenue East
Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Location:
Canadian Museum of History
100 Laurier Street
Gatineau, QC K1A 0M8
Travel Information
The most convenient way to reach Ottawa is by air. Ottawa International Airport (YOW) is located approximately 15 kilometers from downtown Ottawa and is connected to the city by train and taxis. Ottawa International Airport offers frequent flights to major hubs such as Montréal–Trudeau International Airport and Toronto Pearson International Airport. Ground transportation options, including shuttle services, are also available between Ottawa and Montréal.
There is also the option of coming by train, using Via Rail. Ottawa Train Station is about 10 minutes from downtown and is accessible by light rail and taxis.
Parking
The Kanata North Campus (Industry Day venue) has its own free parking on site.
For the Desmarais Building (DMS) (Main Conference venue), the following parking options are available:
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Desmarais Garage (located directly beneath the conference building)
55 Laurier Ave E, Ottawa, ON — $5.50/hour, no daily max (Monday–Friday) — HotSpot #4002
Pay & Display available (credit card only) -
Brooks Garage (10 min walk)
100 Thomas More Private, Ottawa, ON -
uOttawa Visitor Parking Garage (20 min walk)
33 Mann Ave, Ottawa, ON K1N 6Y7
Both free and paid street parking options are also available in the surrounding area.
If you are staying at one of the nearby partner hotels, walking or taking an Uber/Lyft is also a convenient option — most hotels are within a short distance of the venue.
Banquet Parking (Canadian Museum of History)
121 Rue Notre-Dame-de-l’Île
~5–10 min walk from the museum
$7 flat after 4 p.m. weekdays
$7 flat weekends
Open 24/7
25 Rue Laurier
~5 min walk from the museum
Free Mon–Fri 5–10 p.m.
Free Sat–Sun 7 a.m.–10 p.m.
⚠ Closes at 10 p.m. — the banquet runs until 10:30 p.m., so plan to move your vehicle before closing.
Free and paid street parking is also available in the surrounding area.
Visa Information
Delegates are responsible for obtaining the appropriate visas required to attend the conference. If you require a Visa Support Letter from PST 2026, please send an email to pshirani@uottawa.ca. Please note that invitation letters will only be issued to authors after registration has been completed and confirmed.
Please include the following information in your email:
- Full name (as it appears on your passport)
- Affiliation and position
- Nationality
- Passport number
- Mailing address
- Email address
- Paper ID and title (if applicable)
- Role at PST 2026
- PST 2026 registration confirmation number
Accommodation
The PST 2026 Conference offers special rates for accommodation at the following hotels. We encourage you to book through our partner hotels. All rates are subject to availability. Please note, we recommend booking early as August is a busy tourist season in Ottawa.
| Hotel | Proximity to DMS (uOttawa) | Rates (CAD) | Cut-off Date | Hotel Contact | Booking Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DoubleTree by Hilton Ottawa | 350 m | $209 CAD | July 26, 2026 | 613-230-3033 ext. 6341 | Book Here |
| Le Germain Hotel | 350 m | $289 CAD |
Nabil Imani nimani@germainhotels.com |
Book Here | |
| AC Hotel by Marriott Ottawa Downtown | 500 m | $239 CAD* | July 10, 2026 |
Matthew Paternostro sales@acmarriottottawa.com (613) 782-6102 ext. 2008 |
Book Here |
| Lord Elgin | 600 m | $246 CAD† | July 19, 2026 |
groups@lordelgin.ca 613-235-3333 ext. 0 |
Book Here |
| Moxy Ottawa Downtown | 700 m | From $239 CAD‡ |
Bhaumik Maggo sales@moxyottawa.com 343-558-7328 |
Book Here | |
| The METCALFE | 800 m | $265 CAD | July 27, 2026 |
514-350-9600 reservations@graycollection.com |
Book Here |
* AC Hotel by Marriott – Booking Instructions:
You must book your room(s) at the AC Hotel Ottawa Downtown by Friday, July 10 to receive PST’s preferred rates. To reserve your room:
- Use the booking link above, then
- Email your confirmation number immediately after booking to sales@acmarriottottawa.com.
Your rate will be changed to $239.00 CAD per room per night.
† Lord Elgin – Group Block Details:
- Group Block Number: BK-01265
- Block Name: 23rd Annual International Conference on Privacy, Security & Trust 2026
- Cut-off Date: July 19, 2026
- All reservations made under this group block are subject to a 48-hour business-day cancellation policy.
- Any reservation changes or modifications made within 7 business days of the arrival date will be subject to a charge equal to the full cost of the original booking.
‡ Moxy Ottawa Downtown – Booking Code: B3941
Attendees can make reservations through the hotel website by selecting Special Rates and entering the code under the Corporate/Promo Code section for the applicable conference dates.
⹋ The METCALFE – Reservation Instructions:
Guests must call the Hotel directly to complete their reservations no later than Monday, July 27, 2026, before 5:00 p.m. and are advised to mention the following code 2604OTTAWA_001 or the booking name PST 2026 – Room Block.
Reservations direct line: 514-350-9600
Reservations email: reservations@graycollection.com
Reservations can also be made directly via their website: here.
Individual cancellations must be made 2 days prior to arrival to avoid complete stay being charged to credit card supplied. Early departures will also result in complete stay being charged to credit card supplied.
Fairmont Château Laurier (800 m from the venue) has limited availability over the conference dates. Delegates may book directly on the Fairmont Château Laurier website at the rate of the day, subject to online rates and availability.
Explore Ottawa
PST 2026 is pleased to partner with Ottawa Tourism to help attendees discover and enjoy Canada’s capital region during their stay in Ottawa.
Ottawa Tourism Microsite
Explore Ottawa through Ottawa Tourism’s dedicated visitor microsite. This mobile-friendly platform provides information about local attractions, museums, restaurants, nightlife, suggested itineraries, practical travel tips, and upcoming events across the city.
Scan the QR code below to access the Ottawa Tourism Microsite:
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Flash Your Badge Program
Enhance your conference experience through Ottawa Tourism’s Flash Your Badge program. Conference attendees can access exclusive discounts and special offers at participating attractions, restaurants, shops, and tourism experiences throughout Ottawa.
Delegates can register using their email address or mobile phone number and enjoy offers across the city during their visit. Scan the QR code below to register for Flash Your Badge.
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Transportation Discounts
PST 2026 attendees can benefit from discounted travel rates through Ottawa Tourism transportation partners. Discount codes and booking instructions will be provided after your registration has been completed. If you require assistance, please send an email to pshirani@uottawa.ca.
