Joint with: From Systems Immunology to Immunoengineering
Immunometabolism Across Scales: From Cells to Systems to Healthspan

Jan 11–14, 2026 | Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Scientific Organizers: Susan M Kaech, Vishwa Deep Dixit and Dequina Angelina Nicholas

  In Person
  On Demand

Jan 11–14, 2026 | Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Scientific Organizers: Susan M Kaech, Vishwa Deep Dixit and Dequina Angelina Nicholas

Important Travel and Transportation Information
Air Transportation
Vancouver International Airport (YVR). is the recommended airport for this conference. 

If you need to book your air travel, Keystone Symposia has partnered with United Airlines to offer participants with a discount on airfare.  Please email info@keystonesymposia.org for discount code and information.  MileagePlus members earn Premier Qualifying Dollars and miles for their travel.  
Ground Transportation
Taxi
Taxis are available at arrivals for approximately $35+ CAD, one way.

SkyTrain
SkyTrain is the public transit option on the Canada Line and departs frequently from the airport to downtown Vancouver and will take you to Vancouver City Centre Station, which is two blocks from the hotel. Take the Georgia Street Exit and go two blocks West. The trip takes 30 minutes and is recommended for guests with minimal and/or lightweight luggage. For more information, visit Vancouver Airport SkyTrain. Tickets, schedules, station location and other tips for riding the YVR SkyTrain can be found at Skytrain Travel Tips.

Car Rental 
Avis provides discounts to Keystone Symposia attendees. To book by phone at the discounted rate, call 800-331-1600 and provide the Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) number: T487899. Or, book Avis online, and all available vehicles and their discounted rates will display, so you can make your reservation selection easily.


Embassy & Visa Information

Due to the constantly changing nature of travel, we urge people to research their own travel requirements. This includes Passport and Visa requirements, documentation for re-entry into country of residence and any other identification needed. Please allow sufficient time in advance of the meeting for processing of all necessary documentation.

Most foreign nationals need a temporary resident visa (TRV) or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to travel to Canada. To find out if you need a TRV or eTA to travel to Canada, see: Find out if you need a visa to travel to Canada.  Here is a list of all countries that require visa or eTA

Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)

Please refer to this Step-by-step guide to learn about a TRV and the process to apply for one.  If you do need to apply for a TRV, you will want to alert Keystone Symposia to request an invitation letter with an event code, if applicable.  You will also want to send your full name, as it appears on your passport, citizenship and your Visa application number when you obtain it.  email info@keystonesymposia.org with this information so that we can submit to the Canadian visa officers on your behalf.  

Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)

Since November 10, 2016, visa-exempt foreign nationals must have an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to fly to or transit through Canada. Exceptions include U.S. citizens, and travelers with a valid Canadian visa. Canadian citizens, including dual citizens, and Canadian permanent residents are not eligible to apply for an eTA.  Refer to the guide for more information on how to complete your eTA application.  

For U.S. citizens traveling to Canada, click here.

To locate an Embassy near you, click here. 

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