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CALL FOR PAPERS GUIDELINES AND PROCESS

The IARPP 12th Annual Conference, “The Relational Pulse: Controversies, Caricatures and Clinical Wisdom” will be held in Toronto, Ontario, Canada from Thursday, June 25 through Sunday, June 28, 2015.

We welcome all IARPP members to submit PROPOSALS for individual papers and/or panels pertaining broadly to the conference theme. Proposals for individual papers should be no longer than 600 words. Panels should include no more than three papers on a chosen topic. Proposals for panels should be no longer than 1200 words in total, and should consist of an overview and abstracts of individual papers.

The Conference Committee may group individual papers that are accepted for presentation with other papers in any session.

FINAL PAPERS will only be requested upon the acceptance of your proposal for the conference. Final papers should not exceed 3000 words and will be due by no later than early January 2015. All papers are to be submitted in English.

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION PROCESS

The deadline for receipt of PROPOSAL submissions is Tuesday, July 15, 2014. No names should appear on your proposal submission as reviews are anonymous. You must submit your proposal as an email attachment sent to nilou@km-direct.com. Please be sure to include 3 Educational Objectives, the title of your paper and, if proposing a panel, the title of your panel with a detailed, one paragraph Abstract.

Please submit the following materials:

1. Call for Papers Cover Sheet (IARPP2015CallForPapersCoverPDF)
2. One paragraph Abstract and THREE Educational Objectives for your presentation (These statements must clearly describe what the learner will know or be able to do as a result of having attended your presentation. Learning objectives must be observable and measurable (e.g., list, describe, apply, analyze, assess, utilize, critique, etc.) These items should be on the same page and must be typed.
3. Brief Curriculum Vitae (no more than 2 pages) AND Bio Sketch.
4. Completed proposal with author’s name removed.

Due to accreditation application requirements, all of these materials must be submitted in order for your PROPOSAL submission to be reviewed. We regret that presentations submitted without all of the above items cannot be considered for review. All proposal submissions will be reviewed by the Program Committee. Authors will be notified of the Committee’s decision by Tuesday, November 4, 2014. Acceptance is limited by space availability.

Please submit the above information by Tuesday, July 15, 2014 to
Nilou Mostofi, Conference Manager
Email: nilou@km-direct.com

Instructions IARPP 2015 Call For Papers PDF
Cover Sheet: IARPP 2015 Call For Papers PDF

Eating Around the World in Toronto |
Hotels |
Great things to do in Toronto |
Toronto Pride Guide 2015 |
Things to do with Kids in Toronto |
Blue Jay Games |
Excursions outside of Toronto

Eating Around the World in Toronto

Toronto is a city of neighbourhoods and has been called the most multi-culturally diverse city in the
world. The best way to discover the city is to try as many different types of foods as you can. The following are suggestions for the best fine dining and cheap eats Toronto has to offer. Check out their menus online. Be adventurous and have fun.

Fine dining

Not so expensive and some even downright cheap

Places to eat within walking distance of the conference hotel

Toronto Hotels

Alexandra Hotel
77 Ryerson Avenue | at Queen Street W.
http://alexandrahotel.com/
$155/night
Walk: 26min.
TTC: 21min.

The Beverley Hotel
335 Queen St W.
http://thebeverleyhotel.ca/
$180/night
Walk: 13min.
TTC: 12min.

Bond Place Hotel
65 Dundas St. East
http://www.bondplace.ca
$200/night
Walk: 25min.
Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) : 13min.

Delta Toronto
75 Lower Simcoe Street
https://www.deltahotels.com/Hotels/Delta-Toronto
$220/night
Walk: 4min.

Holiday Inn Express Toronto Downtown
111 Lombard Street
http://www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress/hotels/us/en/toronto/yyzls/hoteldetail
$154/night
Walk: 21min.
TTC: 18min.

Holiday Inn Toronto Downtown Centre
30 Carlton Street
http://www.ihg.com/holidayinn/hotels/us/en/toronto/yyzct/hoteldetail
$194/night
Walk: 31min.
TTC: 14min.

Hotel Victoria
56 Yonge St
http://www.hotelvictoria-toronto.com/
$245/night
Walk: 11min.

Howard Johnson Hotel Downtown Toronto – Yorkville
89 Avenue Road
http://www.hojo.com/hotels/ontario/toronto/howard-johnson-hotel-toronto-yorkville/hotel-overview
$135/night
Walk: 40min.
TTC: 18min.

Novotel Toronto Centre
45 The Esplanade, Toronto
http://www.novotel.com/gb/hotel-0931-novotel-toronto-centre/index.shtml
$222/night
Walk: 13min.

The Strathcona Hotel
60 York St. | At Wellington St
http://www.thestrathconahotel.com/
$175/night
Walk: 4min.

Templar Hotel
348 Adelaide St W
http://www.templarhotel.com/
$255/night
Walk: 12min.

Great Things to do in Toronto

Check out St. Lawrence Market—don’t’ forget to have a back bacon sandwich

Stay for the Pan Am games! The Pan American Games are the world’s third largest international multi-sport Games; they are only surpassed in size and scope by the Olympic Summer Games and the Asian Games. The 2015 Pan American Games take place in Toronto from July 10-26/2015. Tickets are available. http://www.toronto2015.org

Spend a day in Kensington Market—eat from as many ethnicities as you can

See what’s on at TIFF www.tiff.net the permanent home of one of the most prominent film festivals in the world, the Toronto International Film Festival

Evergreen Brickworks Farmers market on Saturday—for the lover of all things organic

Check out the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers’ Centre within walking distance from the conference

The Toronto FC football/soccer team plays close by at BMO field

The Hockey Hall of Fame: also within walking distance of the conference

Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) showing June/July 2015

Pompeii: In the shadow of a volcano Dino Unearthed

Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO): exhibits pending

The Gardiner Museum is Canada’s national ceramics museum

Do a walk around of the private fancy galleries in Yorkville area

Do a walk along Queen Street West to some more fantastic galleries

Check out Now magazine https://nowtoronto.com for a listing of films, live music, theatre, outdoor movies and Shakespeare in the park

PRIDE Toronto 2015 see Pride Guide below.

Check out Toronto Island for ferry rides, bike trails and picnics

The Toronto Fringe Festival runs from July 1-12/2015 The Fringe Festival features more than 155 indie shows in more than 25 venues, in every genre – with local, national, and international artists. There are new plays and old favourites, experimental works and fresh hits. Dance lovers can check out dance productions, and families can look forward to FringeKids! shows for even the littlest Fringer.

Wander around the Distillery District—have some locally brewed sake

IARPP Toronto Pride Guide 2015

Pride Week is one of the largest Pride celebrations in the world, with an estimated attendance of over 1.2 million people celebrating the history, courage, diversity and future of Toronto’s LGBTTIQQ2SA* communities. The Pride festival takes place from June 19-28/2015 and includes the following highlights:

Street Fair: Friday 26 June 2015- Sunday 28 June 2015 Take a stroll through car-free streets where you can connect with local organizations participating in the Community Fair, or browse the wares of the Marketplace, home to fantastic artisans and a diverse selection of delicious food from partnering vendors–entrance is free!

Trans March: Friday 26 June 2015 The Trans March is one of the largest events of the trans communities in the GTA. Since it began in 2009, the Trans* March has sought to provide a place for trans identified people to rally, to stand up and come together in solidarity. It’s a grass-roots community focused event, providing safe space for trans people—entrance is free

Dyke March: Saturday 27 June 2015 The Dyke March is a grassroots event where women and trans people in LGBTTIQQ2SA communities take over the streets of Toronto. The Dyke March is not a parade – it is a political demonstration of critical mass; a moment seized to revel in the strength, diversity and passion of LGBTTIQQ2SA women and trans folk.

We hope the Dyke March leaves you with energy to take action, a sense of community, and appreciation for your own unique dyke glory.

Annual Pride Parade: Sunday 28 June 2015 For more information visit www.pridetoronto.com *Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer/Questioning, 2 Spirited, Allies

IARPP Things to do with kids in Toronto 2015

African Lion Safari
Art Gallery of Ontario AGO—special kid programs
Canada’s Wonderland
Casa Loma
Centreville Amusement Park with ferry ride to Centre Island
CN Tower
Go-karts at Polson Pier
July 1^st Canada Day Fireworks at Ashbridges’ Bay
Kensington Market—pedestrian Sundays
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre
Ontario Science Centre
Rainforest Café at Yorkdale Mall
Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada
Riverdale Farm in the city Royal Ontario Museum ROM—special kid programs
Skyzone Indoor Trampoline Park
The Hockey Hall of Fame
Toronto Argonauts—check dates
Toronto Blue Jays game – schedule below
Toronto Zoo Whittamore’s Berry Farm for strawberry picking

Blue Jay baseball games

Blue Jays website

• Friday June 26 vs. Rangers 7:07 pm
• Saturday June 27 vs. Rangers 1:07 pm
• Sunday June 28 vs. Rangers 1:07 pm
• Monday June 29 vs. Red Sox 7:07 pm
• Tuesday June 30 vs. Red Sox 7:07 pm
• Wednesday July 1 vs. Red Sox 1:07 pm
• Thursday July 2 vs. Red Sox 7:07 pm

Excursions outside of Toronto

Includes distance in kilometres from the conference hotel

Niagara Falls The city is dominated by Niagara Falls, a world-famous set of three large waterfalls on the Niagara River. Both the American and Horseshoe falls can be best seen from the Canadian side of the river, so the city has one of the major tourist attractions of the world. http://niagarafallstourism.com/ 127km

Niagara on the Lake Historic town and home of the Shaw Festival with its three theatres. Stroll the streets, golf, dine in outstanding restaurants. https://www.niagaraonthelake.com/ 127km

Niagara Wine Country Niagara has earned an outstanding reputation for producing an array of exceptional wines in addition to its internationally acclaimed Icewine. Over 70 award-winning wineries just over an hour away from Toronto. http://www.tourismniagara.com/component/search/?firstletter=&limit=6&cat=12&parent=0

McMichael Canadian Art Collection The McMichael permanent collection consists of almost 6,000 artworks by Tom Thomson, the Group of Seven, their contemporaries, and First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other artists who have made a contribution to the development of Canadian art. http://www.mcmichael.com/ 45km

Stratford Victorian city nestled in pastoral countryside with a famous theatre company, celebrated music, and outstanding cuisine. http://www.visitstratford.ca/ 148km

Prince Edward County Renowned for its sailing, fishing and giant sand dunes, The County also offers live theatre, artists studios and galleries, unique regional cuisine and a flourishing wine region. http://prince-edward-county.com/ 200km

Blue Mountain Ontario’s largest resort on the Georgian Bay http://www.bluemountain.ca/green_quickfacts.htm 169km

Bruce Trail Canada’s oldest and longest marked footpath on the Niagara escarpment http://brucetrail.org/

Algonquin Provincial Park This beautiful park is 7,653 square kilometres. Enjoy hiking, canoeing, camping. http://www.ontarioparks.com/park/algonquin 300km

Ottawa Canada’s Capital. Visit Capital sites such as the Parliament Buildings and Rideau Hall, and heritage sites such as the National Gallery of Canada. http://www.ottawatourism.ca/en/ 413km

Montreal Visit the cobblestoned streets of Old Montreal, or Mile End which is the heart of Montreal’s independent music scene and home to many galleries, designer boutiques and cafes. Dine at outstanding restaurants. Rent bikes and enjoy 310 miles of bike lanes throughout the city. http://www.montreal.com/ 543km The conference hotel will also provide both in-city tours and select excursions outside of Toronto. For information on these tours, contact the hotel concierge at: 416-597-1400.