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Media Guide to Congress
The largest and most respected multi-disciplinary gathering of researchers in North America, the 78th annual Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences takes place from May 23 to May 31 at Carleton University in Ottawa. More than 8,000 delegates to the knowledge society -public intellectuals, authors, artists, researchers, scholars and students- from Canada and around the world will present groundbreaking research on the theme Capital Connections: nation, terroir, territoire. Formerly known as "The Learneds," the Congress has been held annually since 1931.
Media Opportunities at Congress - Selected Sessions
With over 4,000 sessions, Congress offers limitless opportunities for interviews, profiles and in-depth features on the issues that dominate Canadian society.
Media Guide to Congress (download the PDF)
Accreditation
All media must apply for accreditation through the Canadian Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences. Prior accreditation will allow us to serve you more efficiently when you arrive at Congress. Accreditation is necessary to gain access to:
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All Congress sessions
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Special events
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On-site Media Room
Please direct questions to Caitlin Kealey, Manager of Communications, (613) 613-520-3552 .
Media Room
We are located in Room 118 of Paterson Hall. Carleton campus map (link)
Media room hours:
The Congress media room is open 8 am to 6 pm, May 23 to 30.
Media room phone: 613-520-3552
Parking
Marked media vehicles can park on campus with no problem as long as they are parked in a legal space. Those media who do not have marked vehicles can pick up a parking pass from the media team in the Congress media room.
Wireless
The media room has been equipped with wireless. There are also a few extra desktop computers for reporters to use on a first come, first served basis.
Delegates Guide
View the Congress delegates' guide (link).
