FAQs
Essential Conference Information for CIAC2026
Venue Information
Where can I book my accommodation?
We currently have a room block at both Swissotel, The Stamford and Grand Park City Hall. Bookings for those blocks will close on January 13, 2026 (SGT). Details for that process are provided upon registration Some nearby hotels include Pan Pacific, Fairmont and Intercontinental.
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Are additional guests allowed into CIAC2026 without a ticket?
Yes, we have a walk-in rate for additional on-site guests.
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What should I wear?
We recommend business casual attire for the entire conference. Dress pants or jeans, dresses, blouses, and sports coat (tie or no tie – up to you!) are welcome. Conference ballrooms tend to be chilly, so please bring a blazer or a sweater. The complete conference agenda takes place indoors, which can be cooler at times.
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We encourage participants to promote their source economy/company with branded pins, pens, or business cards.
Is there parking on-site?
Yes, we have a limited number of parking passes for our guests. Kindly see the CIAC2026 conference front desk if parking is needed.
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What are the options for ground transport from Singapore Changi Airport?
Cabs and ride-hailing service Grab are available at Changi Airport. The Swissotel and The Stamford also offer several options for ground transport from the airport; prices start at S$160+ per transfer. For information on this service, please email Xin Yi Neo at xinyi.neo@fairmont.com.
Location
The conference will take place at the prestigious Fairmont Singapore’s Raffles City Convention Centre, conveniently located in the heart of Singapore’s business district.
Fairmont Singapore Hotel, 80 Bras Basah Road, Singapore 189560
Registration and Fees:
How do I register for CIAC2026?
The registration button can be found on our homepage, at the top of every page on the right-hand side, or at the footer of each page underneath our contact information. Or register here!
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Registration is available in both English and French.
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What are the registration fees, and what do they include?
The following ticket types are available:
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Canada-in-Asia Conference 2026 (February 10-11, 2026)
- C$600
- Includes access to the CIAC2026 Gala Dinner on February 10, 2026
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CIAC206: Gala Dinner (February 10, 2026)
- C$300
- Access to the CIAC2026 Gala Dinner ONLY
Are there discount codes available for CIAC2026?
Yes! Alumni of Canadian universities are eligible for a 20% discount on the conference using the discount code ALUMNI2026. Please enter the code at the bottom of this registration form. Institution affiliation may be checked. ​​​
Emergency Phone Numbers
Police: Tel: 999
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Fire & Ambulance: Tel: 995
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Police Hotline: Tel: 1800 255 0000 (non-emergencies) or +65 6255 0000
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Non-Emergency Ambulance: Tel: 1777
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Non-emergency Ambulance does require you to pay a fee, typically S$274.
Additional Information
Are there any business-to-business matchmaking opportunities at CIAC2026?
CIAC2026 will not directly facilitate B2B matchmaking, but the conference will feature a dedicated business-to-business networking space on-site.
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We are also working closely with Canadian and Asian governments, trade promotion agencies, and industry associations to bring business delegations from both regions to the conference. To support business-to-business meetings, CIAC2026 features a dedicated B2B space on-site.
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Contact ciac@asiapacific.ca if you’re interested in bringing a delegation to CIAC2026.
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What is the weather like in Singapore in February?
February in Singapore is quite dry, and temperatures range from 25 to 31 degrees Celsius. Prepare for the possibility of afternoon rain.
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Where can we go as tourists?
The Famous Marina Bay Sands with Gardens by the Bay is about a five-minute car ride away. It has a beautiful observatory deck for viewing much of Singapore. If you are looking to do some shopping, Orchard Road (about a 10-minute car ride) is where you’ll want to go. If you would like to find more family-friendly things to do and be close to the water, Sentosa Island would be a good option (about a 15-minute car ride).
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We also encourage guests to explore the wide array of side events adjacent to the primary CIAC2026 agenda, including engagements at the Asia Pacific Foundation of Canada’s Asia Regional Office in Singapore.
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If you are interested in hosting/organizing a related event, or have further questions, contact us at ciac@asiapacific.ca.
Are all related events open access?
No, events may be by invitation only and are at the discretion of the organizer.
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Who can I contact for more information or assistance?
Contact us at events@asiapacific.ca for more information or assistance.
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