51st Annual Conference on Great Lakes Research

May 19-23, 2008

Peterborough, Ont.

Venue

Peterborough, Ontario Peterborough, Ontario

Peterborough is a city with a population of approximately 75,000, which is located in the south-central region of the province of Ontario, to the northeast of the city of Toronto (see map). Peterborough is the "Gateway to the Kawarthas"; the entry point into the Kawartha Lakes recreational area of Ontario. There are several attractions in the area that are of cultural, natural and recreational value, including the Peterborough lift locks, the Canadian canoe museum, Stoney Lake cruises, and the Peterborough petroglyphs.

Gzowski College Gzowski College

The conference will be held on the campus of Trent University with 6 concurrent sessions scheduled for presentation at lecture halls in Gzowski College and Otonabee College. Residence facilities are also available at Gzowski College for on-campus accommodation. Parking fees and breakfast are included in the Residence fee. For those who like to get their exercise, residence accommodation includes access to the campus pool and athletic facilities. There is a nearby running/walking trail, and a nature area. For those who choose to stay at an off-campus hotel, transfers by bus to and from Trent University will be arranged for the beginning (i.e. 7 AM) and end (i.e. 5:30 PM) of each conference day.