Do I need to be involved in a Messy Church to attend the conference?
NO The conference welcomes parents, grandparents, church volunteers, Christian educators, and anyone who has an interest in reaching families in the community with the Gospel message.
What hotel do you recommend?
There are a variety of hotels within walking distance of Wycliffe and near the subway lines, however, we recommend the Holiday Inn Toronto Bloor Yorkville (280 Bloor St. West, Toronto ON M5S 1V8 ) which is just an 8 minute walk to the conference (and 1 minute walk to St. George subway station).
Special Holiday Inn Messy Church Conference rates are $175/night/room (1 queen bed) or $185/night/room (2 double beds) plus tax. Breakfast not included, underground parking ($22/day) Number of rooms limited so book early. Deadline to receive special rate at Holiday Inn is October 1, 2017.
To reserve: www.holidayinn.com/torontomidtown Enter booking code - MCC - in the ‘Group’ box.
Or call: General Reservations 1-877-859-5897 OR Toronto Hotel local 1-416-968-0010 – be sure to use booking code MCC
Email: cn312res@whg.com (please refer to ‘MCC’ booking code)
Amenities: Complimentary wireless in all rooms, hotel gym, guest laundry
What is included in the conference registration?
Conference registration includes all keynote addresses, workshops, group reflection time, lunch and dinner on Thursday and lunch on Friday.
What is the registration deadline?
Registration will remain open until Wednesday, October 11, 2017 - or until the maximum 120 is reached. Please note: As of July 2, there are 100 registrants so don't delay! Once the maximum is reached, we will develop a waiting list.
How do I register?
Please register on our registration page.
How do I get to Wycliffe College?
Wycliffe College is located in the heart of downtown Toronto within the University of Toronto - St. George campus. The closest TTC (the Toronto Transit Commission) subway stations are Museum station (3 min. walk) and St George station (5-8 min. walk). See the TTC Map to plan your trip.
If you are travelling from out of town, we suggest that you leave your vehicle at your hotel, or park your vehicle at one of the TTC commuter lots such as Wilson, Downsview, Finch or Kipling stations, and then take the TTC subway to Museum station. Please note that Yorkdale Mall no longer permits TTC commuter parking.
Where can I park my vehicle close to Wycliffe College?
There are multiple paid parking options on campus. Street (meter) parking is available on Hoskin Avenue (check meter times) or the Tower Road parking lot, which is right next to the Wycliffe College building.
Here is a list of some other on-campus parking options.
Municipal Parking ("Green P") options are also available within walking distance from Wycliffe College. Please see map here - and type in Wycliffe College.
