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Important Dates

Important dates until the CINARS Biennale 2024

21st EDITION OF CINARS BIENNALE

November 11-16, 2024

SPRING 2024

Registration opens for exhibitors, presenters and observers

Registration opens for OFF-CINARS

Call for entries Pitch session (closing date July 1)

SUMMER 2024

End of 1st preferential registration rate (July 1)

Call for entries Ma Première Biennale (August)

AUTUMN 2024

End of 2nd preferential registration rate (before Sept. 30)

End of hotel bonaventure booking discount (Oct. 25)


We announce the calls, the registration opening, etc. through our Newsletters and on our Facebook page. Follow us and subscribe to our Newsletters to be informed. Looking forward to see you from November 11 to 16, 2024.


Registration

The registration counter will be located at the reception of the "Congress" level of the Hotel Bonaventure.

A registration badge gives access to all of CINARS Biennale’ activities, except for the OFF-CINARS showcases, which are open primarily to presenters.

Registration badges are strictly individual and non-transferable.

The registration counter is also the place to address any general queries you may have regarding the event and to reserve tickets for the OFF-CINARS performances.

OPENING HOURS

LUN / MON 11 NOV.

10:00 - 17:00

MAR / TUE 12 NOV.

8:30 - 17:00

MER / WED 13 NOV.

8:30 - 17:00

JEU / THU 14 NOV.

8:00 - 13:00

VEN / FRI 15 NOV.

8:00 - 13:00

SAM / SAT 16 NOV.

8:00 - 13:00

Booths

BOOTHS AND HALF BOOTH

Booths are made of curtains attached on metal tubes.

**BOOTH ARE SOLD OUT**




A booth or half-booth rental includes:

  • 1 identification panel (only one name per identification panel)
  • 2 chairs
  • 1 table + tablecloth: booth 6’x 2’ (1.8 m x 0.6 m) / half booth 4’x 2’ (1.2 m x 0.60 m)
  • 1 waste basket
  • 1 badge (with option of obtaining additional badges)


TABLES

In 2014, CINARS introduced an alternative for agencies and artistic companies: table rentals. A cozy space located in a strategic spot of the exhibition hall will be furnished with numbered tables. It is possible to rent one of these tables instead of a classic booth and make it your company's address for the three exhibition days. A table creates a less formal atmosphere conducive to exchanging ideas freely with the future collaborators you will meet at the Biennale.


A table rental includes:

  • 1 identification panel (only one name per identification panel)
  • 3 chairs
  • 1 bistro table
  • 1 exhibitor badge (additional badges not an option)

Installation of stands:

Exhibitors may set up their stands on Wednesday, 13 November 2024, between 1:00 pm and 8:00 pm.

Dismantling of stands:

Exhibitors may dismantle their stands between 12:00 and 13:00 on Saturday 16 November 2024. No stand may be dismantled before this time.


DOWNLOAD THE EXHIBITORS GUIDEBOOK


CONTACT

MARIUS GELLNER

General Coordination Assistant

adjcoordo@cinars.org


Schedule

General schedule Biennale CINARS 2024:


Installation of stands:

Exhibitors may set up their stands on Wednesday, 13 November 2024, between 1:00 pm and 8:00 pm.

Dismantling of stands:

Exhibitors may dismantle their stands between 12:00 and 13:00 on Saturday 16 November 2024. No stand may be dismantled before this time.


Shuttle Schedule :

Mobile Application

The CINARS application will be available on Thursday, October 24!

The CINARS application will allow you to :

  • Create your profile and be visible
  • Reserve your seats for all activities
  • Reserve tickets for official and OFF programming
  • Get in touch with participants
  • Access the list of Biennale participants

Pre-registration for activities and shows via the CINARS application is mandatory*, as seating may be limited.

*Except for the opening cocktail and closing party.

Advertising opportunities & Partnerships

Do you want to stand out from the crowd?

You can sponsor the CINARS Biennale or purchase advertising before and/or during the event.


SPONSOR THE CINARS BIENNALE


BOOK YOUR ADVERTISING


For information about advertising:

Hélène Legry | Communication Manager

communications@cinars.org


For information about sponsorship:

Alexandre Escure | Consultant in communication

escure.agence@gmail.com

Where to Stay

The official hotel of the CINARS Biennale 2024 is the Hôtel Bonaventure.

Many of the event's activities take place at this hotel, such as the exhibition hall, workshops and some networking activities.

ONLINE BOOKING

USE THE CODE CINARI (Select GROUP ATTENDEE)

Click HERE to book a room. Preferential rate valid until October 25th or according to the limit of available places.

BOOKING BY PHONE

Reservations can also be made by phone by contacting the reservations department at + 1 514 878 2332. Mention Biennale CINARS 2024 to get the preferential rate.

Hôtel Bonaventure

900 De La Gauchetière Street West
Montreal, Québec, H5A 1E4



Coming to Montreal

WELCOME TO MONTREAL!

Here is some information to help ease your stay.


TRANSPORTATION

MONTREAL AIRPORT: PIERRE-ELLIOT TRUDEAU

From the airport, there are two options to get to downtown Montreal:
  • If you wish to take a taxi, it will take about 30 minutes (in off-peak hours) to get to the hotel. Taxis ask for a fixed rate of CAN$48,40 (day rate) or $55,65 (night rate) to take you to a downtown destination.
  • You could also take a bus. The 747 shuttle takes about 40 minutes and will drop you off near the hotel (stop: René-Lévesque/Mansfield). A ticket is CAN$11. You can ask the driver to let you know when you've reached the stop.

Airport website: www.admtl.com

Société des Transports de Montréal (STM) website: www.stm.info


TRAIN STATION: CENTRAL STATION

If you arrive by train, you will get off at Central Station, 895 De la Gauchetière West. The train station is located close to the Bonaventure Hotel.

From Canada: www.viarail.ca

From the United States: Amtrak, toll-free number: 1-800-USA-RAIL (1-800-872-7245)


TRANSPORTATION IN MONTREAL

The Bonaventure Hotel and the performance venues (with the odd exception) are all very close to each other. Many places can be easily reached by foot. The CINARS Biennale will also be providing a shuttle service for some official program activities located further away.

Here are the taxi rates in Montreal:
  • CAN$3.50 base fare + CAN$1.80 per km + CAN$0.65 per minute waiting.

Uber is also available in Montreal.

To get around by bus and metro:
  • 1 trip: CAN$3.75; 1-day pass: CAN$11; 3-day pass: CAN$21,25; weekly pass: CAN$30.

For more information about public transit in Montreal:


EAST-WEST ADDRESSES IN MONTREAL:

Certain streets are divided into two parts: East (Est in French) and West (Ouest in French) with two equivalent numbers for each side. For example, there is a 100 Sherbrooke East and a 100 Sherbrooke West, and they are in two different locations. As a point of reference, St-Laurent Boulevard divides the city into East and West.


GENERAL INFORMATION

CURRENCY:
The currency used in Montreal is the Canadian dollar. You can get information on exchange rates by navigating this website. You can change your money into Canadian dollars at foreign exchange offices and in banks.
Most hotels and restaurants accept Visa and Mastercard, however we still recommend having a bit of cash on hand since some smaller bars and restaurants don't accept credit cards.

TIPPING:
In Canada, it is customary to leave 15% to 20% of the total bill as a tip at restaurants, bars, and when you take a taxi.

ELECTRICITY:
In Canada, as in all of North America, the electrical current operates at 110 volts (60 Hz) as opposed to 220 volts (50 Hz) like in Europe and Asia. It might therefore be necessary for you to have an adaptor. You can buy one at the Pierre-Elliot Trudeau airport or in a hardware store.

TEMPERATURE:
The temperature in November usually varies from -2 °C to + 5°C (around 23°F to 37°F) with an average of 93 mm of precipitation.
You can consult local weather conditions on the Météomédia website.


VISAS

Your passport must be valid for 6 months after the date of your departure.

IMPORTANT: Since March 15, 2016, visa-exempt foreign nationals who fly to or transit through Canada are expected to have Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA). Exceptions include U.S. citizens and travellers with a valid Canadian visa.

To determine if you need an ETA or a visa to visit or transit through Canada, please click HERE.

Online application for an ETA is quick and easy. You need a valid passport or other accepted travel document, a credit card, and an e-mail address. Applications are usually processed within a few minutes.

If you have to transit through the U.S., visit the U.S. Department of State website to learn about the applicable procedures.

Partnership

Thanks to all our partners!

Public partners :

CALQ, Patrimoine Canada, Affaires mondiales Canada, Montréal, Conseil des Arts de Montréal, Québec

Major Partners :

Cirque Éloize, Solotech, Agence Station Bleue

Partners :

OFQJ, PAMS, Nanami, CIBL 101.5, Centre des mémoires montréalaises (MEM), Pit Caribou, Microbrasserie du Lac Saint-Jean, 1642, Vignoble de Pomone

Volunteers

CINARS is currently looking for dynamic and bilingual volunteers wishing to join its team for the 21st edition of its Biennale, which will be held in Montreal from November 11 to 16, 2024.

Volunteers work directly in the field and ensure the success of the conference. They participate in the general registration of delegates in addition to directing participants and helping with certain logistical details during the various activities of the event.

This is a unique opportunity to dive behind the scenes of the broadcast of shows from here and elsewhere!

Per diem offered

To register, please complete the following form before October 25 : https://form.zonefestival.com/?k=cinars_v2ls

Contact : Andréanne Brousseau

Hospitality Assistant and Volunteer Manager

adjaccueil@cinars.org

Preventing sexual violence

CINARS has joined forces with Scène & Sauve, a non-profit organization working in the cultural sector to prevent sexual violence at festive events. Together, we have developed a prevention and intervention policy for sexual violence.

CINARS reaffirms its commitment to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful environment at all its events and activities.

If you witness or experience harassment, please refer to a member of the CINARS team or contact aidecinars@gmail.com.

https://sceneetsauve.com/