Venue
The Global Peering Forum Board of Directors invites you to GPF 2027 in Calgary, Canada!
Situated at the confluence of the Bow and Elbow rivers, Calgary was voted the Friendliest City in the World in 2023. It is a vibrant, ever-evolving city where diverse people and fresh perspectives come together to connect and collaborate. This is a place where tradition meets modernity, blending a dynamic urban experience with stunning natural surroundings.
Known as the “Blue Sky City,” Calgary is the sunniest city in Canada, with approximately 333 sunny days per year.
Getting Here
Getting to Calgary is easier than you might think. Calgary International Airport (YYC) is the busiest airport in the region, offering direct flights from across North and Central America, Europe, and Asia — making it conveniently accessible for our global community of attendees.
We look forward to welcoming you there.
To keep costs down for everyone, we kindly ask delegates to stay at the conference hotel.
We can’t wait to see you in Calgary for another incredible GPF experience!
The Westin Calgary - GPF 2027 Venue
320 4th Avenue SW, Calgary, AB, T2P 2S6
We have secured a special rate of $229 + 15% taxes for GPF 2027 delegates. This rate is quoted in Canadian Dollars and is available until March 12, 2027.
A booking link will be provided once your registration has been confirmed.
The Westin Calgary is located in the heart of downtown Calgary, the Westin Calgary offers direct access to the city’s finest restaurants, shops, and top attractions – putting everything within easy reach.
The hotel features a welcoming reception, a fitness studio, and the city’s only rooftop indoor pool and sauna, making it the perfect place to unwind after a full day of sessions and meetings – whether you prefer to relax or stay active.
Socials
Sunday, April 4th – Welcome Social
Details to be announced
Monday, April 5th – Social TBA
Tuesday, April 6th – Social TBA
GPF will provide transportation to and from the Monday and Tuesday night socials.
TBA closer to the event time
For those arriving early in Panama, we have partnered with Panamazing to offer a special tour on Sunday, April 12. Please click the link below for more details and pricing. All bookings and payments should be made directly with Panamazing.
If you’d like to explore more of Panama, Panamazing offers a variety of other tours. You can also arrange airport transfers. Full details for transportation and tours can be found here.
- GPF Tour – Gamboa Rainforest – A GPF-exclusive rainforest experience: explore the Gamboa jungle, see its wildlife, and enjoy a lunch together surrounded by nature.
Visa Requirements
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is sharing the following information for international invitees seeking entry into Canada to attend an event registered with IRCC.
We encourage you to familiarize yourself with the information below before submitting an application to IRCC.
Application Types
Most foreign nationals need a temporary resident visa (TRV) or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to travel to Canada. For information about the TRV and eTA application processes, see: Visit 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
Visa Processing Times
If you require a visa to travel to Canada, please verify visa processing times for your region and apply for your visa accordingly. The processing times for visa applications posted online are historical, meaning they’re measured based on how long it took to process 80% of applications in the past 6 – 8 weeks. As a result, processing times may be different than those posted online at the time of application submission.
Participants are strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible ahead of their departure date in order to allow sufficient time for their application to be processed and if approved, subsequent visa issuance in their passport.