Registration
BCI Meeting registration includes the scientific program and all meals for the duration of the meeting.*
BCI Society members benefit from reduced registration fees. If you are not currently a BCI Society member, you can join or renew prior to registering for the meeting. Learn about our membership info and rates.
The registration includes access to the scientific program as well as all meals as of dinner on Monday, June 2 to dinner on June 5.
- 4 dinners (Monday – Thursday)
- 3 lunches (Tuesday – Thursday)
- Daily coffee breaks
- Access to all BCI Meeting sessions including: Keynote Lectures, Workshops, Poster & Demonstration Sessions, Research Sessions, Master Classes, BCI Meeting Research Award Ceremony
- Complimentary WIFI in the meeting rooms
* Breakfast is included with hotel room reservations
Financial support for BCI Meeting attendees
The BCI Society values the contributions of our diverse delegates. We strive to make registration accessible to all, and are providing the following financial support to travel to and participate in the 2025 Meeting:
Student and postdoc travel awards:
Eligibility: To be considered, applicants must be BCI Society members and be enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program or be engaged in postdoctoral studies, within five years of the applicant’s terminal degree.
Applications: Applicants must indicate that they are applying to a Travel Award in the abstract submission form. More information is available here.
Deadline: January 16, 2025
Financial Hardship Grants:
We will offer a limited number of grants ($900/award) for those who have financial hardship that may limit their ability to attend the meeting. This may include attendees from developing countries or those who may have additional travel-related expenses due to necessary accessibility accommodations or other special circumstances.
Eligibility: Applicants must be BCI Society members in good standing
Application: Please apply via this Google Form
Deadline: January 16, 2025
Family Care Grant Program:
We will offer a limited number of grants ($500/award) to assist with extra family care expenses incurred either onsite or at home as a result of attending the BCI Meeting such as additional daycare, babysitting or nanny services, increased care service support for elder care, or care of a family member with disabilities. The family care grant can also be used to subsidize the airfare of a caregiver to travel to Banff, or the home of the BCI Society Member, to provide care for the dependent.
Eligibility: Applicants must be BCI Society members in good standing
Application: Please apply via this Google Form
Deadline: January 16, 2025
Please note that due to the organization/banking being in Canada, some credit cards may reject the initial charge. If your card is declined, please check with the bank to ensure international transactions can be accepted. If you still have problems, please contact our secretariat.
Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be received in writing. The amount paid less a $75 processing fee will be refunded for cancellations post-marked, emailed prior to May 2, 2025. Following this date, no refunds will be issued.
Transfer Policy: There will be a charge of $75 to transfer a registration to another person. Transfer requests must be made by May 2, 2025. Following this date, no transfer will be issued.
The BCI Society reserves the right to modify the meeting program. The meeting organizers are not responsible for any non-refundable expenses participants incur for their travel and accommodations associated with this event.
Accommodation
Don’t forget to book your accommodation once you’ve registered to the Meeting!