Plan to attend the third

Canadian Symposium on Lysosomal Diseases (CSLD)

18 – 19 October, 2024
The Westin Ottawa

Ottawa, Ontario


Please join us in at the Westin Ottawa, Ontario as we host the third Canadian Symposium on Lysosomal Diseases (CSLD). We invite Physicians, Researchers, Registered Nurses, Genetic Counsellors and Trainees to attend this in-person Symposium.

The theme for this meeting is

Lysosomal Diseases Over a Lifetime

Canadian and international leaders and experts will present innovative trends and solution-focused best practices in the diagnosis and management of lysosomal diseases.

We look forward to welcoming you to Ottawa!

Key Dates & Deadlines

Abstract submission

10 March, 2024

(online form goes live)

Abstract deadline

24 May, 2024

Abstract Acceptance

26 June, 2024

Registration opens

10 March, 2024

Earlybird until
31 July, 2024

SYMPOSIUM VENUE

The Westin Ottawa

11 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario

The Westin Ottawa is ideally suited to host the 3rd Canadian Symposium on Lysosomal Diseases. It offers excellent meeting facilities and audiovisual services. Its central location features modern, well-equipped accommodation; easy access to shops, sites, restaurants and attractions; and a breathtaking view of the Parliament Buildings.

CSLD Organizers have secured a preferred group rate of $299 per night + applicable taxes for single/double rooms available until Tuesday, 17 September, 2024.

You may also reserve your accommodation now by calling the hotel reservation line:
1-613-560-7000 and referencing that you are attending the Symposium and use the code CSLD.

Symposium Registration

Physician/Scientist
Earlybird on or before 31 July, 2024
$225
On or after 1 August, 2024
$275
Nurse/Genetic Counsellor
$100
Student/Trainee*
$100
Patient Association
$75
CSLD Networking Dinner
National Arts Centre, Friday, October 18, 2024
$150
This is our opportunity to meet socially, to renew acquaintances and to share ideas and experiences outside of the classroom. CSLD delegates may purchase individual dinner tickets with an option to purchase a second ticket for a guest. Space is limited.

All fees are stated in Canadian dollars (CAD).

*Upon arrival at the Symposium, students may be asked for ID verifying student status.

Bursary

There is limited funding available to students, trainees, nurses, genetic counsellors and others. Funding requests are subject to approval and receipts for all expenses will be required. Preference will be given to individuals who are presenting papers.

The deadline for submitting a bursary request is 30 June, 2024. Requests may be sent by email to and you should state the rationale for receiving a bursary in a short statement (max 250 words). Recipients will be notified on or before 3 September, 2024.

Methods of Payment

Credit Card

  • Visa
  • Master Card
  • American Express

Wire Transfer
E-Transfer details will appear on the invoice.

All bank charges will be paid by the participant.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received in writing prior to 10 July, 2024 will be charged a $25 administrative fee. Cancellations received after this date will not be refunded. Substitutions will be accepted with a request received in writing from the registered participant. Cancellations and substitutions should be forwarded to the CSLD Secretariat at .

Partnership Opportunities

We are asking industry partners to consider educational grants to help defray costs for this meeting.

CSLD 2024 offers an unprecedented opportunity to advocate for your organization by partnering with us. Investment impact for your organization at CSLD 2024 includes but is not limited to:

Access to the world’s most passionate and innovative experts and decision makers in the field of lysosomal diseases
Affiliation with these same experts
Strengthening your association with an emerging community of specialists who have a passion for sharing knowledge and information in the field of lysosomal diseases
Our partnership opportunities are categorized in three tiers. The number of industry participants and other benefits will be determined based on the financial tier
Leader
$50,000 +
Three Symposium registrations
Logo and link on CSLD 2024 web site (identified as a Leader partner)
Logo prominently featured in the program and PPT slides as a Leader partner
Recognition as Leader partner in the opening session
Logo prominently displayed (large lettering) on CSLD 2024 signage
Opportunity to host a satellite information session to the delegation at partner’s expense (timing TBC & approved by committee)
Authorization to use the CSLD 2024 logo and name in your own advertising both pre and post Symposium until December 2024 (use approved by committee)
Opportunity to provide a promotional item or brochure to be distributed to all delegates (at partner’s expense)
Opportunity to gain exclusive profile as a partner for specific Symposium activities/services such as hospitality partner, AV partner, etc. to be discussed and approved by committee
Innovator
$25,000 – $49,999
Two Symposium registrations
Logo and link on CSLD 2024 web site (identified as an Innovator partner)
Recognition as Innovator partner in the opening session
Logo displayed (mid-size lettering) on CSLD 2024 signage
Logo in the program and PPT slides as an Innovator partner
Opportunity to provide a promotional item or brochure to be distributed to all delegates (at partner’s expense)
Opportunity to gain exclusive profile as a partner for specific Symposium activities/services such as hospitality partner, AV partner, etc. to be discussed and approved by committee
Collaborator
$10,000 – $24,999
One Symposium registration
Logo and link on CSLD 2024 web site (identified as a Collaborator partner)
Logo displayed on CSLD 2024 signage
Logo and link on CSLD web site (identified as a Collaborator partner)
Logo in the program and PPT slides as a Collaborator partner
Opportunity to provide promotional item or brochure piece to be distributed to all delegates (at partner’s expense)

All fees are stated in Canadian dollars (CAD).

To confirm your commitment or learn more about opportunities to support CSLD 2024, please contact .

Call for Interesting Cases

Delegates are encouraged to submit interesting cases for discussion at The Third Canadian Symposium on Lysosomal Diseases (CSLD).

If you wish to submit an interesting case for consideration by the Scientific Review Committee, please email , making the subject line: CSLD Case for consideration and include a brief 200‑word description.

Your email should be text‑only; please do not include attachments.

Call for Abstracts

Please review submission instructions and scroll to the bottom to submit.

The Third Canadian Symposium on Lysosomal Diseases (CSLD) will be held 18 – 19 October, 2024 at The Westin Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario. The theme for this meeting is Lysosomal Diseases Over a Lifetime. It is anticipated this national event will bring together close to 100 physicians, scientists, researchers, clinicians, students and other health sector stakeholders who share an interest in the specialty of lysosomal diseases.

CSLD will be a fully in-person symposium.

We invite the submission of abstracts for consideration by the Scientific Program Committee.
General Guidelines
Presentations must be submitted electronically using our abstract submission form (button below).
If your presentation is selected, audio-video recordings, photographs and/or print reproductions may be made of your presentation and copies made available to Symposium attendees. Should this happen, your permission will be requested prior to such distribution.
Presenters must register for the Symposium. Presenters understand that neither honoraria nor expenses for preparation, Symposium fees, travel or accommodation will be paid.
Presentations must be non-proprietary in nature and cannot advertise a product or service.
Abstract Submission Requirements

Authors who wish to give a presentation should submit an abstract adhering to the following instructions:

Indicate your format preference of oral or poster.
Include the title of your abstract (maximum 20 words).
Include the names, position and organization/affiliation of each author with the presenting author as the first author in the list.
Your abstract should be submitted in English.

The text of the abstract should be single-spaced and not exceed 250 words. Symposium participants rely heavily on the title and abstract to identify papers and posters of special interest. Please take great care in constructing both. Should your submission be accepted, this overview may be used on the CSLD website for promotion purposes. Do not include any author information in the body of your abstract.

Presentation Formats

Oral presentations will range from 10 to 30 minutes in length, including up to five minutes for questions. The length of the presentation will be determined by the Scientific Program Committee. Oral presentations will occur in person. Any requests for remote presentations will only be considered under expectational circumstances and are subject to approval by the scientific committee.

Poster presentation dimensions are 4 x 4 feet and will be presented on a vertical poster board.

Acceptance

Presenters will be notified of the acceptance of their presentation on or before 26 June, 2024. If for unforeseen reasons a presentation must be cancelled, the presenter must contact the as soon as possible.

The Scientific Program Committee will review the submissions for
Relevance to the Symposium theme: Lysosomal Diseases Over a Lifetime.
Timeliness and interest of the topic to anticipated audience.
Innovative ideas.
Promising therapies with demonstrated impact.

Submissions must be submitted electronically using the form (see button below).

Deadline for abstract submissions

Abstract must be submitted using the link below by midnight EDT, 24 May, 2024. Any questions may be directed to the CSLD Secretariat at .

Showcasing, collaborating and learning from each other and invited experts is a priority of the Symposium. The Symposium will maximize the engagement of participants, acknowledge individual and collective experiences and provide opportunities to learn from those experiences.
All submissions welcome.

We look forward to seeing you in Ottawa in