On-site information | What to do in Edmonton
The Big Thinking Summit will be held at the Edmonton Convention Centre (ECC) from June 9 to 11, 2026. The ECC is located at 9797 Jasper Avenue and sits between 97 Street and Jasper Avenue, and Grierson Hill NW, with visitor entrances accessible at both the top and bottom of the hill.
Registration desk
Location
- Edmonton Convention Centre – Meeting Level
Hours of operation
- June 9 and 10 | 7:30 - 15:00
- June 11 | 7:30 - 12:00
Concourse hall
Visit the central Summit concourse hall to meet with Canadian publishers and service providers, as well as indulge in retail therapy between sessions.
Location
- Edmonton Convention Centre – Meeting Level
Hours of operation
- June 9 and 10 | 8:30 to 14:30
- June 11 | 8:30 to 13:00
Internet
The ECC offers free public wi-fi.
Accessibility
Find information about accessibility support services at the ECC or visit the Registration desk.
Getting around
Transportation to and from airport
The Route 747 bus links the Edmonton International Airport to Century Park Station where you can catch the LRT to get downtown and the ECC. Alternatively, you can also hire a taxi from Alberta Co-op Taxi or Edmonton Taxi, or take an Uber.
Explore Red Arrow for bus connections from many surrounding cities.
Transit Pass
Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) provides bus and light rail transit (LRT) services around the city. Summit attendees are eligible to pick up a complimentary transit pass at registration when collecting their badge.
The nearest LRT station is the Central stop. It is approximately a two block walk outside. If you prefer to stay indoors, you may also exit at the Churchill station and use the pedway system to access the building via the Citadel and Canada Place.
Parking
The ECC is centrally located in downtown Edmonton, with many options for street parking, parking lots, and nearby parkades.
In addition to metered parking along Jasper Avenue and connected side streets, there are three nearby parkades and/or surface parking lots. Visit the ECC’s parking page for more information.
On-site amenities
The following spaces will be available at the ECC.
- Multi-purpose room / low sensory room
- Indigenous room
Childcare services
Attendees who require childcare services during their participation in the Summit can book independently using preferred provider Birdie Break.
Lost & Found
The ECC lost and found is operated by the ECC security team. To inquire about a lost item, please contact 780.917.7878.
Federation support
If you have questions or need support, visit the Registration desk.
Plan your trip with some helpful information from Explore Edmonton!
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