The planning stage for the 2008 Ontario Linux Fest is well under way. Richard Weait recently posted an announcement on the KWLUG mailing list, which you can read in detail in the archives. I'll summarize briefly here:

When:

Saturday 25 October 2008

Where:

Days Hotel and Conference Centre - Toronto Airport East
1677 Wilson Avenue
Toronto, ON M3L 1A5

The venue is at "The Days". There is a shuttle from the airport, and it is an easy connection to the Wilson subway. If there is enough interest, a shuttle from the subway to the Fest can be arranged, so let us know. Since the venue is both a hotel and conference centre, there are special deals on rooms, and ample parking on-site.

Who:

The call for papers is now open. See the Papers page to submit your topic. There are spots open for formal presentations, for lightning talks, for Birds of a Feather sessions, for Demo room sessions, and for Vendor room sessions.

How:

There are also various levels of sponsorships open as well, for FLOSS-friendly companies and groups. See the Call for Sponsors page if you or someone you know is interested, from multi-nationals to family businesses to Linux oriented groups.

How To:

If you have a suggestion, idea, desire, or criticism, we want to know!

Mark your calendars. I hope to see you there!