The Conference

Speakers

IB is pleased to announced its plenary and featured speakers for the 2009 IB Conference of the Americas. From authors to artists to humanitarian workers, this year's conference will include a variety of provocative speeches from thought leaders in the fields of education and international issues.

Travel

Come and experience the only walled city in the Americas, a truly unique destination. Québec City, which just celebrated its 400th anniversary, will surprise and charm you with its European style and rich history. For more information, please visit: www.quebecregion.com.

International Travel

Welcome

Welcome to the website for the first ever IB Americas Conference. Our region now includes IB World Schools from South America, Central America, North America and the Caribbean. It is with this significant development that we will draw from the experience of nearly 1,500 schools and many others seeking authorization to offer an IB programme.

Hotels

All events for the 2009 IB Conference of the Americas will take place at the Québec City Convention Centre.

1000, boul. René-Lévesque Est
Québec (Québec) G1R 2B5
IBNA2009@qvc.qc.ca

Registration Fees

Participant Registration Fee: USD850

An Early Bird rate of USD750 is available for all registrations made before April 15, 2009.

Frequently Asked Questions

Registration

What is the registration fee?

Participant registration is USD $750. After 1 June 2009 registration will be $850. Please note that participant registration does not include access to pre-conference sessions. Registration for pre-conference sessions is available online and is subject to additional fees.

Sponsors

The Center for the Advancement and Study of International Education (CASIE)

IB Mission Statement

The International Baccalaureate Mission Statement

Education for a better world

The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.