All Day

All Day: ‘On Demand’ research talks

Throughout the conference, a wide range of research talks will be available for viewing 'On demand'! Lightning talks are a a great way to learn about a wide range of research topics, and they're available for viewing throughout the conference! Plan to attend the networking session at 4pm ET on Feb 3, when you can connect with speakers, or schedule ... Read More

Leaderboard & Conference Participant Prizes

We will spin the wheel to award 3 prizes on each of 3 days - Feb 2, Feb 3 and Feb 4 Throughout the conference, engage with different conference elements to gain participant points! The top 100 participants on our leaderboard will be entered to win $100 participants prizes thanks to our generous sponsors. Log on to the conference site, ... Read More

All Day: Career Fair

The Career Fair is open all day on every day of the conference! Visit the Career fair page and click on a virtual booth to see the opportunities being offered by over 20 exhibitors! Leave your resume Set up an appointment Note the 'Meet Live' schedule for each booth to meet with a representative to discuss your interests. Log in ... Read More

Meet Live! Career Fair

The Career Fair is open all day on every day of the conference! Visit the Career fair page from the conference navigation menu and click on a virtual booth to see the opportunities being offered by over 20 exhibitors! Leave your resume Set up an appointment Note the 'Meet Live' schedule for each booth to meet with a representative to ... Read More

LIVE: Learn about the CBSN-Youth Science Fair

This is the first phase of our youth science fair. Students have worked hard, on top of their schoolwork, to create research proposals that answer their questions in STEMM. Your comments on project proposals and offers of mentorship will help these emerging scientists to create polished projects that may win them a spot in the Canada-wide science fair! To join ... Read More

BE-STEMM Beyond Borders. Introductory Remarks & Keynote with Dr. Gilda Barabino (President, American Association for the Advancement of Science)

Join Prof. Jennifer D Adams (University of Calgary) as she welcomes you to the final day of BE-STEMM 2023  and provides an introduction to the leadership summit.  The BE-STEMM Beyond Borders Initiative fosters cross-border collaborations and sharing of promising practices for addressing racial equity in STEMM. Keynote: Dr. Gilda Barabino (President, American Association for the Advancement of Science) is the ... Read More

BE-STEMM Beyond Borders: Concurrent Panels on Policy & Post-secondary education

Panel on Policy In what ways can social sciences and educational research on race and education in STEMM support policy aimed at increasing Black students’ participation and flourishing? In what ways could governmental funding agencies develop policies and structures to support equitable funding of Black scientists and projects that support equity in STEMM? Co-Chairs Karine Morin Michelle McFarlane Panel on ... Read More

BE-STEMM Beyond Borders: Concurrent panels on Leadership & K-University Pathways

Panel on Leadership What are promising practices in leadership for the inclusion, retention and success of Black faculty and students in STEMM? How do we support the successful advancement of Black faculty through the leadership pipeline? How can we plan and support provincial, national and cross-border initiatives aimed at understanding and fostering the success of Black faculty and students in ... Read More

BE-STEMM Closing Celebration & Awards Ceremony

Join us to celebrate four days of outstanding research and new connections! We are honoured to welcome two special guests: Hon Arielle Kayabaga, MP London West will provide introductory remarks. Wakefield Brewster, Calgary Poet Laureate, will share his spoken word poetry as we continue to connect the Arts to STEMM in STEAM. We will also recognize and celebrate all of ... Read More