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Community-Engaged Research Conference 2026

Join researchers, students, and community partners for a full day celebrating community engaged research excellence.

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When

March 26, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Where

1 James St N

Cost

Free - Registration Required


Community-Engaged Research Conference 2026

Join researchers, students, and community partners for a full day celebrating community engaged research excellence.

Theme: Knowledge Mobilization in Community Engaged Research

Keynote presentation
CER Awards (President’s Award & OCE Grassroots Award)
Research Gallery showcasing campus–community projects
NEW: Pre conference interactive workshops

Interested in presenting? Research Gallery submissions are open until Feb 17, 2026. Please complete the submission form to share details about your work and affiliation.

Questions?
For inquiries, please contact:
• Shahad Al Saqqar: alsaqqss@mcmaster.ca
• Evan Gravely: gravele@mcmaster.ca

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