Connecting the Dots – Toronto Venue

To make your journey as seamless as possible, this page provides essential details about transportation, parking, public transportation options, accessibility services, and technology offerings at the event. We've also included some helpful information on our dress code, ensuring your comfort throughout the conference. So, let's get you prepared for a rewarding and stress-free experience at Connecting the Dots!

Address 

Deloitte Canada, 8 Adelaide St W #200, Toronto, ON

Arrival Information

Please ensure to enter 8 Adelaide Street by using the main lobby entrance. The registration desk will be situated in the lobby area. Upon arrival, you will be provided with a wristband that you are required to wear throughout the event. This wristband will help building security identify you as a participant of the Connecting the Dots event.

Public Transportation 

Bay Adelaide East is less than five minutes from both King St. Station and Queen St. Station on TTC and a 10 minute walk from Union Station and the GO train.   

You can access the building from the PATH or the street-level entrance. It’s a 10 minute walk from Union Station and five minutes from the Toronto Eaton Centre. 

Detailed Directions

From Union to 8 Adelaide West

Through the PATH

1. Exit TTC Union Station from the North side, into the Royal Bank Plaza.
2. Head North. The path would veer slightly to the left, as you proceed through the Royal Bank Plaza. Continue to head North through the Toronto-Dominion Center, until you reach First Canadian Place.
3. Turn right (East) and go around the fountain. At the end of the fountain, turn left (North again) and walk to the end of the hallway, which will turn right again (East).
4.  Walk East until you enter the Scotia Plaza. The path curves slightly to the left, and you will make a left turn (North).
5. Continue North to the Bay Adelaide Center. At the Bay Adeliade Center, turn right (East) into the East Tower.

From street level

1. Exit TTC Union Station onto Front Street West. Head East to Bay Street.
2. Turn left (North) and cross Front Street West. Continue heading North, crossing Wellington Street West, King Street West, and Adelaide Street West.
3. Turn right (East) and cross Bay Street. Continue going East to 8 Adelaide St West (almost to Yonge Street).

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Driving 

There are two entrances to the parking garage at Bay Adelaide East.  

• Driving from west of Yonge St.: Enter through 40 Adelaide St. West (one way). Entrance between Bay St. and Yonge St.; entrance sign on north side. 

• Driving from east of Yonge St.: Enter through 15 Richmond St. West (one way). Parking entrance immediately west of Yonge St. on south side of Richmond St. There is no physical address on the building, but look for the blue Bay Adelaide Centre sign above the entrance/exit sign.  

After you have parked in the garage, take the Richmond St./Temperance St. elevator to the food court (level C).  

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Daily parking rates 

• Daily Maximum (Over two-hour stay): $32  
• Evening Flat Rate $10  

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Guide Dog Relief Area

The Guide Dog Relief Area, generously provided by Pooch Patch is located in Cloud Gardens. Cloud Gardens is located directly behind the building. To access, exit through the back doors and cross temperance.

Sensory Room

Need a moment to yourself? Take advantage of the dedicated quiet space, located in Room 32 on the 6th floor. This space offers a quiet environment for relaxation and sensory comfort, providing a break from the conference activities.

The sensory room is open all day and is available to all conference participants. 

ASL Interpretation  

In line with CNIB's commitment to accessibility and inclusion, American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation will be provided for all conference sessions and for the entirety of the evening networking session. Interpretation for Vendor Alley is available upon request.

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Wi-Fi Access

Username: Deloitte

Password: GuestAccess131

Charging Stations

Stay powered up at our conference with our convenient charging station. Find accessible outlets on the 5th Floor in the Atrium / D Space, just outside the main event room, ensuring your devices are ready for action throughout the event.

GoodMaps Enabled 

Connecting the Dots in Toronto is  GoodMaps enabled! GoodMaps is an accessible wayfinding app that communicates routing and critical spatial information as users move through a space, whether indoors or outdoors, drawing upon state-of-the-art digital maps.

Attendees can easily download the app for free from the App Store or Google Play Store to enhance their navigation experience. Download the new beta edition of GoodMaps - available to all Connecting the Dots attendees now!

Be sure to drop by the Access Labs booth in Vendor Alley to learn more about using GoodMaps, or to check out some of the other cool tech that's available to demo!

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At Connecting the Dots, your comfort is key! We encourage all participants to dress in a manner that allows them to participate comfortably. For those seeking more specific guidance, a business casual attire is recommended.

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