CPS is dedicated to providing a welcoming, respectful, safe, and accessible environment for all conference attendees. We’d like to make your stay a bit more comfortable by offering these services at the conference.
The CPS Annual Conference 2023 supports nursing mothers by providing a safe, secure and private Mother’s Lounge. The Mother’s Lounge is equipped with a private cubicle, with a comfortable lounge chair, table and lamp. There is also a baby change area, complete with diapers and baby wipes. Nursing mothers will need to supply their own breast pump, but we’ll provide an area for storage so you won’t have to carry it around. Running water is conveniently located in the restrooms nearby. A refrigerator will also be available where nursing mothers may store their expressed milk. As this room will be secure, to access the room you’ll need to get a key at the registration desk.
For safety and security of all involved, all conference sessions and exhibits are for registered attendees only, unless otherwise noted. All registered conference attendees must be at least 18 years of age (see information below for attendees traveling with infants). There are no child minding facilities during the conference, but the concierge at both hotels will be able to direct you to available family care services.
When registering online, please indicate your dietary restrictions. You will then receive a special meal ticket for functions where food is available; simply show it to your server to obtain a personalized meal. Please note: personal dietary requirements cannot be met without this meal ticket.
The CPS works closely with venue staff to provide safe and delicious meals for all conference participants. However, we cannot guarantee that menu items are free of trace amounts of allergens or other ingredients.
Infants under two years of age may accompany registered attendees into the conference sessions, workshops, trade show, co-developed sessions, and other activities as long as the infant is in a carrier and supervised at all times. If the infant begins to fuss or creates a distraction for other attendees in the session, the parent should step out to attend to the infant. Exceptions may apply, so we request that attendees reach out and discuss individual needs with the CPS conference staff.
We’ve worked closely with our venues to provide a selection of healthy meal options. In response to feedback from past conference attendees who are committed to healthy lifestyles, we will refrain from offering pastries and sweets, as many attendees have said they find it hard to resist.
Our conference hosts a diverse group of participants. We want everyone to feel comfortable bringing their whole selves to the conference. The Quiet Contemplation Room will be available for those who need time for reflection, meditation or prayer. All conference participants and guests are welcome here, irrespective of beliefs. The room will have worship mats and running water is conveniently located in the restrooms nearby.
The CPS Annual Conference 2023 is a scent-free event. Not everyone is comfortable near cologne or perfume. Please refrain from wearing scented products.
The CPS tries to ensure that all educational and social events are fully accessible. If you have any special needs or requests, contact the CPS Education Department before the conference at 613-526-9397 ext. 248 or bring them to the attention of registration staff during the conference.
The Wellness Lounge will offer a comfortable atmosphere, a place for attendees to re-energize and rejuvenate. This room is a “tech-free zone” where attendees can self-unplug from their electronic devices. Five minutes of quiet mindfulness can do wonders for concentration, sleep, breathing, and focus throughout the day. Come into the Lounge to find out how you can start enhancing your overall physical and mental wellness today.
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