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#* You can use a wide range of different techniques, from an organic conversation with no structure, all the way to an experienced facilitator using the 1-2-4-All approach (see Breakout Session Guide)
 
#* You can use a wide range of different techniques, from an organic conversation with no structure, all the way to an experienced facilitator using the 1-2-4-All approach (see Breakout Session Guide)
 
#* In a nutshell our aim is to facilitate a shared understanding, exploration of opportunities, and to id practical actions (check out the break session guide for more details)
 
#* In a nutshell our aim is to facilitate a shared understanding, exploration of opportunities, and to id practical actions (check out the break session guide for more details)
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# '''How is the room set-up, is there a cap on numbers?:'''
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#* The rooms are different sizes, there may be up to 40 chairs set-up in a circle in the room
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#* When the chairs are full, the room is full and participants are invited to attend another session
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# '''What materials are available to facilitate?'''
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#* There will be flip charts, post-it notes, markers, tape in the room – please feel free to use these supplies
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# '''What if I only speak English and am facilitating, are participants able to speak their official language of their choice?'''
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#* There is a full stream of French breakout sessions organized for the day, with facilitators and note-takers that speak and understand French
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#* Participants are free to speak in the official language of their choice – the good news is that Ottawa is very bilingual – you can be sure that someone in your room understands and speaks both languages and will be able to pitch in and help you out if something comes up!  
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# '''What parking is available?'''
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#* Paid parking ($12) is available but very limited with no in-and-out privileges
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#* We strongly encourage you to use public transportation when possible
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#* For those using the parking garage, please use the “D” doors identified as the “D – Bytown Pavilion”, the elevators at that entrance will take you right up to the Victoria Hall on the first level
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#* Parking should be paid inside the building using cash or credit card
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# '''What will the end of the day be like? Will there be a rollup?'''
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#* There is a closing ceremony
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#* The roll-up of the sessions notes will be done later, so this is why we have note-takers organized for each session. Also, please save and bring back to the volunteer room all of your valuable flip charts!
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# '''What about lunch?'''
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#* Lunch will not be provided, but there is a cafeteria on site as well as microwave
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#* There will be light snacks available in the volunteer room to keep you going!