Canadian Research Software Conference 2020
Hosted by CANARIE
Status of Canadian Research Software Conference in Light of COVID-19
Heeding the guidance of Quebec Ministry of Health, we’ve made the decision to cancel this year’s Canadian Research Software Conference, originally scheduled for May 26-27 in Montreal.
We thank our confirmed speakers and those of you who had registered to attend. All registration fees will be fully refunded. All hotel room bookings in the conference’s room block at the Omni Mont Royal can also be cancelled without penalty, up to 24 hours before the expected arrival date.
We look forward to hosting you next year. If you have any questions, please contact us at registration@canarie.ca.
Who should attend?
- Developers of research software (regardless of job title)
- Computational researchers
- Students with an interest in computational research
- Developers of open source software to support research
- Researchers with an interest in software development
Why should you attend?
- To learn, collaborate, exchange ideas, and discuss common issues affecting software development for academic research
- To further build a cohesive Canadian community of academic research software developers
- To strengthen the impact of public funds for research
How can you contribute?
There are 3 ways to contribute:
- Short Talks: 15 minutes plus 5 minutes for Q&A
- 5-minute Lightning Talks: Share your ideas with the group quickly through a super-short talk (perfect for new presenters)
- Poster Competition: Students or those starting a career in software development can enter a poster in the competition. Prizes will be awarded to the top three (3) entries as voted by conference attendees.
Speakers
Please check back often for an updated list of speakers.
Program
DAY 1 | Tuesday, May 26
- 8:00 – 9:15 AM | Breakfast and Registration
- 9:15 – 10:30 AM | Conference Sessions
- 10:30 – 11:00 AM | Networking Break
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Conference Sessions
- 12:00 – 1:00 PM | Lunch and Networking
- 1:00 – 2:30 PM | Conference Sessions
- 2:30 – 3:00 PM | Networking Break
- 3:00 – 4:15 PM | Conference Sessions
- 5:00 – 7:00 PM | Reception
DAY 2 | Wednesday, May 27
- 8:15 – 9:15 AM | Breakfast and Registration
- 9:15 – 10:15 AM | Conference Sessions
- 10:15 – 10:45 AM | Networking Break
- 10:45 – 11:45 AM | Conference Sessions
- 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM | Lunch and Networking
- 1:00 – 2:00 PM | Contributed Talks
- 2:00 – 2:10 PM | Stretch Break
- 2:10 – 2:50 PM | Contributed Talks
- 2:50 – 2:55 PM | Survey and Poster Awards
Please note: the Canadian Research Software Conference will be conducted in English.
Registration
All fees are in CAD and are subject to QST. Registration fees include all on-site meals throughout the CRSC20 proceedings.
| Price | |
| Early Bird Rate (until April 15) |
$99 |
| Standard Rate (April 16 – May 15) |
$149 |
| Late Registration (May 16 – May 26) |
$249 |
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Call for Presentations
Research software developers, computational researchers, and students are invited to submit proposals for presentations at the Canadian Research Software Conference. Topics may include discussions of your current project, a challenge you are facing in your current project, or topics related to the development of software for academic research that you wish to discuss with conference attendees.
Proposals for both Short Talks and Lightning Talks are welcome from both individuals and groups. All those selected to speak at the conference will receive complimentary registration. Slides must be in PowerPoint or PDF format.
Submission Guidelines
All submissions must include:
- Name, Title, Email address, and Organization of presenter(s)
- Type of talk (short or lightning)
- Bio for each presenter (maximum 150 words)
- Presentation abstract (maximum 150 words or 500 characters)
Evaluation Criteria
The following criteria will be used to select presentation proposals:
- Relevance of the topic to the Canadian research software development community
- Clarity of the proposal
- Uniqueness/originality of the topic
Key Dates
- April 3, 2020 at 5 PM ET – Submission deadline
- April 17, 2020 – Notification of successful submissions
- May 22, 2020 – Slides due to conference organizers
Call for Posters
If you are a student or a research software developer early in your career, you are encouraged to participate in the Poster Competition. Topics for posters may include discussions of your current project or other topics related to the development of software for academic research that you wish to discuss with conference attendees. Posters will be on display during both days of the conference, with poster sessions during coffee and lunch breaks.
All conference attendees will vote on the posters, with prizes awarded during the closing remarks at the end of day 2, on May 27, 2020.
Prizes
- 1st Place: $500 Amazon.ca Gift Card
- 2nd Place: $350 Amazon.ca Gift Card
- 3rd Place: $150 Amazon.ca Gift Card
Submission Guidelines
Submissions must include:
- Name, Title, Email address, and Organization of presenter(s)
- Bio for each presenter (maximum 150 words)
- Poster abstract (maximum 150 words or 500 characters)
Please note: For those selected, posters should be legible from a distance of 1 m and must not be larger than 0.9m x 1.2m (3ft x 4ft).
Evaluation Criteria
The following criteria will be used to select posters proposals:
- Relevance of the topic to the Canadian research software development community
- Clarity of the proposal
- Uniqueness/originality of the topic
Key Dates
- April 3, 2020 at 5 PM ET – Submission deadline
- April 17, 2020 – Notification of successful submissions
Travel
Accommodations
Hotel Omni Mont-Royal
1050 Sherbrooke St W, Montreal, Quebec
Rated a prestigious four-star by Hébergement Québec and Four Diamond by AAA/CAA, the Omni Mont-Royal provide travelers with an array of hotel amenities and guest services in a luxury setting. Surrounded by a vast array of boutiques and restaurants, the Omni offers you the utmost in hospitality and convenience. A well-known address within the business community, the hotel is best known for its dedicated and experienced personnel.
CANARIE has secured a highly discounted rate of $239/night at a room block at the CRSC venue, the Hotel Omni Mont-Royal. Please note: there are limited spots available in this block. Hotel rooms in Montreal in May are at a premium, so please book your accommodations as soon as possible.
Please use the link below to book your reservations in the CRSC room block before April 24, 2020.
Parking
Valet parking: $33.50 inclusive of taxes (in and out privileges)
Self-parking: Various indoor parking garages near the hotel
Prices are subject to change without notice.
Transportation from the Airport
Taxi: Approximately $40 CAD, flat fee, one way
Limousine: Approximately $88 CAD + taxes, one way
Public Transportation: Express bus 747 Pierre Elliot Trudeau Airport/downtown | 3-minute walk to the Montreal Metro System (Peel station)
Local Dining
Montreal is host to a wide range of restaurants to fit every palate. The city’s ethnic diversity will allow you to travel the tastes of the globe as you explore your surroundings.
Travel to Montreal
Pierre-Elliott-Trudeau International Airport
Visit the Pierre-Elliott-Trudeau International Airport website to find flight information and rental car options. Transportation is also available directly from the terminal to downtown Ottawa via bus, taxi, limousine, or Uber.
VIA Rail
VIA Rail provides frequent daily service to Montreal from most Canadian cities. Montreal’s Central Station is a short bus or taxi ride from downtown.
Public Transit
The Société de transport de Montréal (STM) provides comprehensive transit information for Montreal’s bus and metro system. The InterContinental Montreal is easily accessible by bus or metro from the airport and train station.