2012 Social Program

SATURDAY JUNE 16, 2012

Walking Tour of Old Quebec
1300-1600

 During this nicely paced walking tour, led by experienced guides who love their city, you will see the lower town neighborhood in Quebec, also known as Basse Ville.  Pass by Place Royale, the city’s most impressive square.  We’ll also walk along the pedestrian-only street, Petit-Champlain and see the Notre-Dame-des-Victoires Church.  We will continue to the famous funicular (inclined railway) and ride into Upper Town.  Here we will see La Place d’Armes, where it is not uncommon to see street performers and musicians.  Along the way we will pass La Terrasse Dufferin and Place de l’Hotel de Ville with the impressive City Hall right in front of it.  And, of course, we will walk through the Frontenac area of Quebec which includes the famous Chateau.

Ticket cost:  $25 per person (lunch not included)

SUNDAY JUNE 17, 2012

"New Member Network" Reception
1700-1800
Room 2101, Quebec Convention Centre

This reception is for all current trainees and all Fellows who have graduated within the last four years.  We invite them to come and meet their colleagues and the CSCC Executive for a cocktail before the Opening.

Opening Ceremonies
1800-1900
Quebec Convention Centre

The Opening Ceremonies will be held at the Convention Centre.  

The History of Transplantation in quebec and the Devlopment of Immunosuppressant Drugs
Dr. Isabelle Houde, Nephrologist, Director of the Renal Transplantation Unit, CHUQ

At the conclusion of the Opening Ceremonies we will walk to Le Parlementaire, a 3-minute walk from the Convention Centre.

Tickets: no charge for registered delegates

Opening Reception
1900-2130
Le Parlementaire Restaurant, National Assembly of Quebec
National Assembly slideshow

The Opening Reception will be held in Le Parlementaire Restaurant, located in the inner courtyard of the Parliament Building.  The restaurant was inaugurated on December 4, 1917, and features a magnificent beaux art décor – a style that was in vogue at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries.  The restaurant is remarkable for its high ceiling, majestic columns, richly ornamental décor and contrasting colour scheme.  Le Parlementaire was originally a gathering place reserved for the Members, for National Assembly personnel and for the press, but is now open to the public.  Tours of the Parliament Building will be offered during the evening.

This is a great opportunity to meet old friends and greet new colleagues in a memorable social setting.

Tickets:  no charge for registered delegates

MONDAY JUNE 18, 2011

Exhibitor Wine & Cheese Reception
1700-1900
Convention Centre Room 2000BC

The Exhibitors invite all delegates to enjoy an elegant wine and cheese reception held in the Exhibit Hall.  Show your appreciation to our industry partners for their generous support of the conference.

Tickets:  no charge for registered delegates.

TUESDAY JUNE 19, 2011

Vendor Night

WEDNESDAY JUNE 20, 2011

President's Reception and Gala Banquet
1830-1930   President's Reception
1930-0100   Banquet, Awards, Entertainment
Hilton Quebec Hotel

This will be an evening to remember!  Following a delicious gourmet meal and the awards presentations, Alain Choquette, entertainer and magician, will charm, amuse, and amaze you with an outstanding show.  His prolific career spans a quarter century of achievements and a quarter century of entertaining.  During his shows, everyone has fun!  Following the show, you will be able to dance the night away to music from the 50’s and 60’s as well as the latest top hits.

Tickets:  no charge for registered delegates
$95/person for those not registered.