National Virtual Conference

This panel examines the employment challenges experienced by skilled newcomers to Canada, particularly in STEMM, with a focus on Black women and other women of colour. Underemployment relative to expertise is common, with newcomers struggling to overcome biases related to 'Canadian experience' and stereotypes related to identity. What types of changes are needed in terms of organizational hiring, professional development ... Read More

Dr. Alemu Gonsamo  is a Canada Research Chair and an assistant professor of Remote Sensing at the School of Earth, Environment & Society in McMaster University since 2019. Alemu is Associate Director of McMaster Centre for Climate Change, Associate Editor of Journal of Geophysical Research and Editorial Board Member of Agricultural and Forest Meteorology. His research focuses on ground, airborne, ... Read More

Dr. Dzifa Dordunoo is an Assistant Professor at the University of Victoria School of Nursing. As a scholar and researcher, she has a strong research interest in improving access and quality of health services. Her program of research leverages dissemination and implementation science with patient-centered lens to address factors that influence quality and safety of care and outcomes, using both ... Read More

Log on and navigate to the conference agenda, and click the session you wish to join: Translational research Emerging Methods & Applied Engineering Education and EDI-focused Research Feb 3 Talk Schedule Click here for Abstracts Each session includes a set of talks with live Q&A followed by several Lightning talks. Lightning talks are also available as ‘On Demand’ content. Plan ... Read More

Join this session to meet the Lightning talk presenters and discuss their work and interests. What are Lightning talks? This year BE-STEMM 2023 features short talks at the end of each concurrent session- 3 min Lightning talks. This is a great alternative to a poster presentation. All Lightning talks are available for viewing throughout the conference by clicking on the ... Read More

Professor Imogen Coe, Toronto Metropolitan University Moderator: Prof. Maydianne Andrade Host: Prof. Tamara Franz-Odendaal, NSERC Chair for Women in Science & Engineering Atlantic Join us for this conversation on how to make change for increased equity and inclusion in science in Canada. This discussion will touch on topics such as the Canada Research Chairs program, the Parliamentary Standing Committee on ... Read More

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

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

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

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

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