+<a class=dropdown-item href=/2025/keynotes><span>Featured Keynote Speakers</span></a></div></li><li class=nav-item><a class=nav-link href=https://acm-rep.github.io/ target=_blank rel=noopener><span>ACM REP</span></a></li><li class=nav-item><a class=nav-link href=https://reproducibility.acm.org/ target=_blank rel=noopener><span>ACM EIGREP</span></a></li></ul></div><ul class="nav-icons navbar-nav flex-row ml-auto d-flex pl-md-2"><li class=nav-item><a class="nav-link js-search" href=# aria-label=Search><i class="fas fa-search" aria-hidden=true></i></a></li></ul></div></nav></header></div><div class=page-body><span class="js-widget-page d-none"></span><section id=getting-there class="home-section wg-markdown"><div class=home-section-bg></div><div class=container><div class=row><div class="section-heading col-12 col-lg-4 mb-3 mb-lg-0 d-flex flex-column align-items-center align-items-lg-start"><h1 class=mb-0>Directions: Getting to UBC</h1></div><div class="col-12 col-lg-8"><p>You can reach the University of British Columbia (UBC) by <strong>public transit</strong>, <strong>bike</strong>, or <strong>car</strong>. Public transit is highly recommended — it’s fast, affordable, environmentally friendly, and bikes are allowed on most transit routes.</p><h3 id=-public-transit>🚌 Public Transit</h3><p>UBC is easily accessible via several <strong>express bus routes</strong> from across Metro Vancouver, including:</p><ul><li>R4 (Joyce–UBC RapidBus)</li><li>44 (Downtown Vancouver - UBC)</li><li>84 (VCC–UBC)</li><li>99 B-Line (Commercial–Broadway Station)</li></ul><h4 id=from-vancouver-international-airport-yvr>From Vancouver International Airport (YVR):</h4><ul><li>Take the <strong>Canada Line SkyTrain</strong> from YVR to <strong>Oakridge-41st Station</strong>, then transfer to the <strong>R4</strong> bus westbound to UBC. The entire trip takes approximately <strong>50–60 minutes</strong> and is fully accessible.</li><li>Take the <strong>Canada Line SkyTrain</strong> from YVR to <strong>Broadway–City Hall Station</strong>, then transfer to the <strong>99 B-Line</strong> bus westbound to UBC. The entire trip takes approximately <strong>50–60 minutes</strong> and is fully accessible.</li></ul><p>Plan your trip using <a href=https://www.translink.ca/trip-planner target=_blank rel=noopener>TransLink’s Trip Planner</a> to find the most efficient route. Buses arrive at multiple points across campus — check signage and maps to find your return stop.</p><blockquote><p>Bikes are welcome on most transit buses — just inform the driver and load your bike onto the front rack.</p></blockquote><h3 id=-driving--parking>🚗 Driving & Parking</h3><p>From <strong>downtown Vancouver</strong>, head west on 4th, 10th, or 16th Avenue after crossing the Burrard or Granville Street bridge.<br>From <strong>Vancouver International Airport (YVR)</strong>, take SW Marine Drive after crossing the Arthur Laing Bridge.</p><p>UBC offers multiple <strong>paid parking options</strong>. Use the <a href=https://parking.ubc.ca/map target=_blank rel=noopener>UBC Parking Map</a> to find nearby parkades and check real-time availability.</p><ul><li>Pay for parking using on-site meters or the <strong>Honk Mobile app</strong></li><li>Reserved spots available for car shares (Evo, Modo, Zipcar)</li><li>Ride-hailing services are supported with designated pick-up/drop-off zones</li></ul><h3 id=-biking-to-ubc>🚴 Biking to UBC</h3><p>UBC is bike-friendly and features dedicated cycling paths and secure bike parking across campus. Combine biking with transit for added flexibility.</p><p>For more details on getting to UBC, visit:<br><a href=https://visit.ubc.ca/plan-your-trip/how-to-get-to-ubc target=_blank rel=noopener>https://visit.ubc.ca/plan-your-trip/how-to-get-to-ubc</a></p><p><figure><div class="d-flex justify-content-center"><div class=w-100><img src=https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50517296122_26ebdde26c_o_d.jpg alt="UBC Vancouver Campus" loading=lazy data-zoomable></div></div></figure></p></div></div></div></section><section id=venue class="home-section wg-markdown"><div class=home-section-bg></div><div class=container><div class=row><div class="section-heading col-12 col-lg-4 mb-3 mb-lg-0 d-flex flex-column align-items-center align-items-lg-start"><h1 class=mb-0>Venue: UBC - Allard Hall</h1></div><div class="col-12 col-lg-8"><p>The conference will take place at <strong>Peter A. Allard School of Law</strong> at the <strong>University of British Columbia (UBC)</strong> in Vancouver, Canada.</p><p>Located on UBC’s stunning Point Grey campus, <strong>Allard Hall</strong> offers state-of-the-art facilities, beautiful architecture, and is just a short walk from the Pacific Ocean and forested trails. The building is home to modern classrooms, collaborative spaces, and a light-filled forum ideal for networking and social events.</p><p>Address:<br>Peter A. Allard School of Law<br>Allard Hall, University of British Columbia<br>1822 East Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1, Canada</p><p>For more information about the venue, visit:<br><a href=https://allard.ubc.ca/about-us/allard-hall target=_blank rel=noopener>https://allard.ubc.ca/about-us/allard-hall</a></p><p><figure><div class="d-flex justify-content-center"><div class=w-100><img src=https://allard.ubc.ca/sites/default/files/styles/max_970x970/public/2020-05/s07_1759.jpg alt="Allard Hall" loading=lazy data-zoomable></div></div></figure><br><em>Exterior view of Allard Hall at UBC</em></p></div></div></div></section><section id=visa class="home-section wg-markdown"><div class=home-section-bg></div><div class=container><div class=row><div class="section-heading col-12 col-lg-4 mb-3 mb-lg-0 d-flex flex-column align-items-center align-items-lg-start"><h1 class=mb-0>Visas & Visa Support Letters</h1></div><div class="col-12 col-lg-8"><p>Most travelers will need a <strong>Visitor Visa (Temporary Resident Visa)</strong> or an <strong>Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)</strong> to enter Canada. Some may only need a valid passport. Use the Government of Canada’s official tool to determine what you need and apply online:<br><a href=http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.asp target=_blank rel=noopener>http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.asp</a></p><h3 id=visa-support-letters>Visa Support Letters</h3><p>The Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) is able to provide <strong>visa support letters</strong> to:</p><ul><li>Registered attendees</li><li>Authors of accepted papers or posters</li><li>Members of the conference organizing committee</li></ul><p>Please note: ACM does <strong>not</strong> issue formal invitation letters for visas to attend ACM-sponsored conferences.</p><p>To request a visa support letter, please complete the online form at: <a href=https://supportletters.acm.org/ target=_blank rel=noopener>https://supportletters.acm.org/</a></p><p>Please allow <strong>up to 10 business days</strong> to receive your letter. All requests are processed in the order they are received.</p><p>Include the following information with your request:</p><ul><li>Your name as it appears on your passport</li><li>Your current postal mailing address</li><li>The name of the conference you are registering for</li><li>Your registration confirmation number</li><li>Titles of any accepted papers or presentations (please indicate if you are the <strong>sole author</strong> or a <strong>co-author</strong>)</li></ul><p>ACM does <strong>not</strong> provide letters for transport of vendor or presenter equipment. Such materials should be shipped to the conference facility with proper insurance.</p></div></div></div></section></div><div class=page-footer><div class=container><footer class=site-footer><p class="powered-by copyright-license-text">© 2025 Regents of University of California. 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