COMMUNITY MUSIC ACTIVITY - TRAVEL
21 - 24 July, 2026
Community Music Activity
ISME Commission Pre-Conference Seminar 2026
Theme
Relationality in the midst of conflict: difference, dialogue, and possibility in community music
Dates
21–24 July, 2026
Venue
University of Toronto Scarborough,
Canada
Travel
Travelling to Toronto and Scarborough
Scarborough is a large district in the eastern part of Toronto. It is an integral part of the city and it also has its own unique cultural and historical identity.
Flight:
Pearson Airport is the largest hub. It is 40 kilometres from the University of Toronto Scarborough.
A taxi (or ride share) will cost approximately $65-80 (depending on traffic).
You can also take transit (80-120 minutes, $25.10):
1. UP Express – Pearson to Union Station
Board at: Pearson Airport Terminal 1 (~25 minutes) Fare: $12.35 CAD
2. GO Train – Union to Rouge Hill GO
Train: Lakeshore East line, eastbound (~35–38 minutes) Fare: $9.25 CAD
3. TTC Bus – Rouge Hill GO to UTSC
Bus: 38 or 38B Highland Creek (~20–25 minutes
Board at: Rouge Hill GO bus stop
Get off at: Military Trail @ UTSC / Arts Building
Fare: $3.50 CAD
Please note: You can tap on AND off all the above transit options with a major credit card.
Billy Bishop Airport is much smaller and close to the city centre.
Billy Bishop Airport operates shuttles to Union Station. See above for travelling from there to the University of Toronto Scarborough.
Train
Union Station is in downtown Toronto. It is 35 kilometers from the University of Toronto Scarborough.
A taxi (or ride share) will cost approximately $55-80 (depending on traffic).
You can also take transit (60-100 minutes) – See suggested route above.
Bus
The main terminal is right next to Union station so we could include “Union Station Train/Bus Terminal” for the train option.
Rent a car
Pearson Airport has various rental car options.
https://www.torontopearson.com/en/transportation-and-parking/car-rentals
Union Station and the Bus terminal also have nearby car rental options.
Map Directions:
- Google Map link to the campus: University Of Toronto Scarborough
- Campus Map: https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/home/sites/utsc.utoronto.ca.home/files/images/page/Campus%20Map-072525_FINAL_8.5×11.pdf
Travelling from Scarborough to Montreal:
Tip: Easiest way to get from here to the Montreal World conference is by train.
It’s very easy and convenient to travel by train and it is advised to book ahead. There is a direct connection from Toronto to Montreal:
https://www.viarail.ca/en
From Toronto Scarborough you can take a regional train:
https://www.gotransit.com/en
Travelling within Ottawa
OC Transpo is the transit authority in Ottawa. There is a light rail line and bus routes. Please consult the OC Transpo website for more information.
Uber is widely available in Ottawa. There are also several taxi companies in Ottawa.
Restaurant Options
There are many restaurant options near the seminar venue. Options on campus can be found at https://www.uottawa.ca/campus-life/eat-campus/restaurants-coffee-shops-more.
Canadian Visa information
Please request a visa invitation letter on the registration form only if you have not already done so for the ISME World Conference.
Helpful links:
2026 CMA Events Calendar
Based on the social activities, we will display the events calendar for that week
Add Map:
| Event | Date | Place | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome reception | Tue, 21-Jul-2026 | Atrium Valley | 11:59 PM |
| Jam Session | Wed, 22-Jul-2026 | Harmony Halls | - |
| KUNE Concert and party | Thu, 23-Jul-2026 | TBA | - |
| TBA | Fri, 24-Jul-2026 | TBA | TBA |
| Day trip | Sat, 25-Jul-2026 | Day trip to Niagara Falls | 4:00 PM |
Event Partners / Sponsors

2026 CMA Social Activities
Conference Dinner
Walking Tour