faq
Frequently Asked Questions about the Summer School
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Can I get funding?
The deadline for applying for funding is December 15.
Applications are through
mathjobs (starting soon).
Funded applicants will be contacted in Late January.
Additionally, participants from
SLMath sponsor schools (mostly but not only in the US) can also apply for funding from
SLMath.
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Is there an registration fee?
There is a small registration fee to cover the cost of refreshments on each day and other social activities.
Registration is through PIMS at
this link.
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Can I get travel funding?
We mainly cover accommodation.
SLMath has some funds towards travel expenses.
If we end up with surplus funds, we may also help with travel expenses, but will only know at a much later date.
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When will funding be decided?
Funding was determined in January, to allow attendees to make visa and travel arrangements.
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I'm funded; Where will I be staying?
The majority of participants will be staying in Gage, in apartments with 6 bedrooms and shared common spaces.
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Where is PIMS? Where are the lectures?
PIMS headquarters is at UBC. The lectures will take place at
Swing space nearby.
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I'm not funded or need extra nights. Where can I stay? How much will it cost?
Unfortunately, Vancouver housing is quite expensive, and we cannot provide extra nights for funded participants.
You can find sublets and short term rentals on various platforms (craigslist, facebook, sabbatical-homes, etc.), both off and on campus.
UBC accommodations runs several hotels on campus (pacific spirit hostel being the most affordable).
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Do I need a visa for Canada? Can you help?
Participants from some countries require a visa to enter Canada.
In recent years visa processing times are long.
Some others need only to apply for an ETA before flying, which takes up to a day (but often just a few minutes).
It is your responsibility to find out whether you need a visa.
If you need a visa, we urge you to apply as soon as possible.
We can provide necessary documentation for funded participants.
Please also read
this information from PIMS.
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What's happening on wednesdays?
We expect to have several hikes and excursions in the region, at various levels of difficulty. You are also free to make plans on your own, or with others.
Information will be posted later.
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