Edmonton
AGM & Conference Location
Sandman Signature Downtown Hotel
Note: hotel is 30km from the airport and the hotel does not have a shuttle
Traveling to Edmonton
By Plane: Edmonton International Airport
Airport website
1000 Airport Rd, Edmonton International Airport, AB T9E 0V3, Canada
By Car: Major Highways into Edmonton
Hwy 2 from the North or South
Hwy 16/Yellowhead Hwy from the East or West
Transportation
To/From the Airport
Taxi/Limo/Rideshares: click here
Buses/Shuttles: click here
Car Rentals
At the airport or within Edmonton: click here for contact info and links to car rental companies
By Bus: Downtown bus station (10014 104 St NW) is 1km from the hotel
Bus companies servicing Edmonton: Cold Shot, Rider Express, Ebus, Red Arrow, Canada Bus
Edmonton - a city with a goal to be environmental friendly and transition to a low-carbon future.
As you arrive in the Edmonton airport terminal (or are waiting to leave) check out the Living Wall, a 2 story living plant wall that purifies the air and provides a relaxing space. As you experience Edmonton you'll find recycling and compost bins next to waste bins in most locations. You will also notice that the city has a single-use plastic ban. The city has many sustainable eateries, shopping, places to stay, and transportation: an extensive public bus network, Light Rail Transit, and extensive bike/e-scooter lanes/trails.
Edmonton has participated in Canada's BOMA BEST environmental assessment and certification program for buildings since 2019, with 8 city buildings receiving a silver award in 2023; the city also constructs new city buildings to LEED standards. Edmonton has the largest rooftop solar installation, the River Valley is an urban park 22x the size of NYC's Central Park, and the city has one of the first fully carbon neutral neighborhoods in Canada.
Edmonton declared a climate emergency in 2019 , co-developed 'The Edmonton Declaration' call to action for mayors to be a leader in climate change, and, in line with the international standards in the 2015 Paris Agreement, has a goal to be carbon neutral by 2050.
Restaurants
Attendees of the AGM will be delighted to learn that our city's food festival A Taste of Edmonton is on July 18-28
A nationally renowned food festival, this 11 day event boasts live performances, daily entertainment, and of course, features the best of Edmonton's culinary scene. There will be special events and menus available at many of the restaurants in Edmonton. Click here to learn more.
Sandman Signature Downtown Hotel
nearby Sandman Hotel
click here for a Google Map of nearby restaurants
Wider Edmonton
click here for a Google Map of Edmonton restaurants
click here for Explore Edmonton's list of All Food & Drink. Use the filters to find what matches your tastes and price range.
click here to choose from Edify magazine's 'Best Restaurants 2023' for Edmonton
July 24, Wednesday Evening, CFUW member hosted dinners
These dinners are at restaurants near the Sandman Hotel (a CFUW member will reserve a table and be present at the dinner, each attendee pays for their own meal)
Wineries/Breweries
Gypsy Moon Brewery: family-owned boutique winery in St. Albert. click here.
Barr Estate Winery: family winery in Edmonton. click here.
Ale Architect: brewery and taproom in Edmonton. click here.
Alley Kat Brewery: brewery and taproom in Edmonton. click here.
Analog Brewing: brewery and taproom in Edmonton. click here.
Arcadia Brewing: brewery and taproom in Edmonton. click here.
Field Trips Monday July 22
Round-trip bus transportation has been arranged for these field trips.
West Edmonton Mall: the largest Mall in Canada! The Mall opened in 1981 and is now 5.3 million square feet! It is home to more than 800 stores and services, including 12 world-class attractions, over 100 dining venues, and a wide variety of retailers and entertainment for all ages.
University of Alberta Botanic Garden: (formerly the Devonian Botanic Garden) is an award-winning visitor attraction! The Garden features 240 acres of gardens, paths, pools, waterfalls, and streams. Established in 1959, the garden boasts a diverse plant collections that thrive in our northern climate.
Edmonton Attractions (explore on your own)
Festivals (during last half to July)
A Taste of Edmonton July 18-28: a nationally renowned food festival, this 11 day event boasts live performances, daily entertainment, and of course, features the best of Edmonton's culinary scene. There will be special events and menus available at many of the restaurants in Edmonton. Click here to learn more.
Klondike Days (K-Days) July 19-28: rides, games, music, food, and adventure. click here to learn more.
Museums
Telus World of Science Centre (has IMAX Theatre): highlights the science and technology culture in our region. click here to learn more.
Royal Alberta Museum: with over 5 million objects in the collections you can explore cultural, earth science, life sciences, and conservation exhibits.
History
Alberta Legislature: offers tours to all ages covering the various levels of the government as well as the art and architecture of the building. Click here.
Fort Edmonton: the park represents 4 distinct time periods through various historic buildings, from fur trade post to a settled urban centre after first World War. click here to explore. (Open Wednesday-Sunday)
Nature
Segway Tours of the river valley and many more destinations in Edmonton. click here.
John Janzen Nature Centre: located next to Fort Edmonton in the River Valley. click here.
Muttart Conservatory: features more than 700 species of plants in 3 climate-regulated biomes. click here.
Elk Island National Park (48km east of Sandman Hotel; free shuttle from MEC Downtown): UNESCO designated Biosphere Reserve; rolling hills, glassy lakes, star-filled skies, herds of bison and elk, and more than 250 bird species. Click here to learn more.
Art Galleries
124 Street Gallery Walk: 12 blocks which include a wide range of art galleries. click here to explore.
Theatre
Citadel Theatre: inclusive, innovative, and international programming. click here.
Walterdale Theatre: one of Wester Canada's oldest amateur theatre groups, operated by volunteers. click here
Varscona Theatre: just off Whyte Ave in Old Strathcona, Varscona is home to three resident theatre companies. click here
Shopping
From small boutiques to big-name retailers, Edmonton has a diversity of shopping experiences, including Canada's largest mall (West Edmonton Mall).
The above is just some of the many activities that can be enjoyed in Edmonton. Explore Edmonton has many more, click here.
