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- What is Wikimania?
- Wikimania is the official annual conference of the Wikimedia Foundation. Topics of presentations and discussions include Wikimedia projects such as Wikipedia, other wikis, open-source software, free knowledge and free content, and social and technical aspects related to these topics.
- What is Wikimania 2017 about?
- Wikimania 2017 is not your usual conference: it will host a wide range of activities including master lectures, unconferences, workshops, a hackathon, quick meetings, encounters, parties and regular chit-chat between wiki enthusiasts from around the world. There will be many events to attend and be part of!
- Where do I register?
- Please see Registration.
- Are there any discounts or scholarships?
- Please read Scholarships.
- What should I bring?
- If you have one: a laptop and its charger,
- Power adapters (North American—Type A or B),
- Phone charger.
- Do you provide childcare?
- The Sheraton has recommended the following option for childcare services. All arrangements and payments are to be made directly with the contact:
- Mme Joanne (Joan) Globensky (514-654-5353)
- Joanglobensky@videotron.ca
- What kind of meals will you be providing?