Future of Creativity + Compassion
APF x OCAD U
August 15, 16, and 17, 2025

OCAD University – Waterfront Campus
Floor 4R at 130 Queens Quay E, Toronto, ON M5A 0P6

Here are some quick answers to frequently asked questions about the APF Nexus Event 2025.

• When is the event?
  • 2025 Aug 15 Fri – 17 Sun
• Where is the event?
  • The event will be in Toronto, Canada
    hosted in the OCAD U Waterfront Campus
    130 Queens Quay E, Toronto, ON M5A 0P6
• What is the Wifi password?
  • Wifi information
    Network: ocadu-events
    Password: Compassion
• What is a Nexus event?
  • A collaborative gathering between APF and local organizations. It aims to become a convergence of key people, discussions, and innovations to serve as a catalyst for major ideas or changes.
• How can I join the APF networking session?
  • APF network sessions are for APF members only. You can find more information on how to join the APF here. (https://www.apf.org/join-us/membership-types-and-benefits)
• If I arrive before the event, can you recommend some local sight-seeing activities?
  • Information will be shared in the gated WhatsApp event group.
• Will I be able to connect with other event participants before and during the event?
  • Yes, you can join the APFxOCAD Nexus Event 2025 WhatsApp group through the APF WhatsApp Community. The Community will be open from now till 2 weeks after the event. Click here to join.
• Why Creativity & Compassion?
  • Creativity is the ability to generate innovative, meaningful and unique ideas. It involves breaking free from traditional norms and forging new pathways. Developing creative thinking and making skills is an integral part of becoming a futurist or foresight practitioner. In this turbulent world, which often prizes self-interest and competition, compassion promotes meaningful connections and builds stronger relationships, which are essential for creative problem-solving and addressing the challenges that changemakers tackle.
• I am from out of town, where should I stay?
  • The Planet Traveler Hostel
    357 College St, Toronto, ON, M5T 1S5
    Distance to Conference: 4.5km, 20 min drive, 1 hour walk to the Nexus event, easy by Public transit. *One of the first Eco-friendly hostels internationally, relatively inexpensive and ethically minded.
  • The Westin Harbour Castle
    1 Harbour Square, Toronto, ON, M5J 1A6
    Distance to Conference: 1.2km, 15 min walk to the Nexus event, a bus goes right there too.
    *group rate available
  • More information is available in our guide to Toronto.
• I’m from out of town, how do I get around?
  • Rental bicycle
    • “Bike Share Toronto offers 24/7 convenient access to over 9,000+ bikes and 900+ stations across Toronto’s neighbourhoods!”
    • Download the app to pay and unlock your bike.
    • Payment options
      • Pay as you go
        • $1 to unlock
        • +$0.12/minute for classic bikes or +$0.20/minute for e-bike
      • Day pass (Classic Bikes)
        • $15 for unlimited 90 minute rides on a
        • (E-bikes not included in Day Pass pricing)
  • Public transport
    • Toronto’s public transport system (TTC) is a great way to get around the city by subway, streetcar, and bus. Union station (a central transit hub) is a 10 min walk from the venue and connects to GO trains, UP Express (airport rail), and TTC.
    • Payment options
      • Tap: One-way fares ($3.35) are charged to credit or debit by tapping your card or phone
      • Presto Card: save $.05 per trip by using a Presto card
        • Digital Presto cards are available for Apple Wallet and Google Wallet
        • Physical Presto cards can also be purchased at transit stations and Shoppers Drug Mart locations.
      • TTC Day Pass: $13.50 covers unlimited travel for one day.
    • More information about Presto
    • More information about the TTC
    • More information is available in our guide to Toronto.
• What activities can I expect in the event?
  • We will not be having speakers or panels. Rather the schedule will include workshops, installations and activations.
• Is there food & drinks included?
  • The ticket includes lunch and beverages during the event.
• Are there any parking options close to the event venue?
  • There is underground parking onsite.  The entrance is located on Richardson Street which is the street on the east side of the building.  Parking rate: Daily max (in between 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM out by 7:00 PM): $18.00 Evening max (5:00 PM – 5:00 AM): $10.00
    
    The conference is at the OCAD U Waterfront campus
    30 Queens Quay E Tower, Floor 4R, Toronto, ON M5A 0P6
    

August 15, 16, and 17, 2025

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