McMaster Indigenous Research Day 2026

McMaster Indigenous Research Day 2026 Join us for a full day of faculty, student, and community presentations and the chance to expand research networks across McMaster University. Indigenous Research Day gathers, showcases, and connects Indigenous research, offering the chance to learn and celebrate the work of our colleagues. Featuring a Keynote Address by: Dr. Renae Watchman, Indigenous Studies Department Community Partner Saad K’idilyé Register here to attend and/or present your research! DATE: Tuesday, November 3, 2026 TIME: 8:15 am - 4:30 pm LOCATION: CIBC Hall, 3rd floor McMaster Student Centre, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON Hosted by: McMaster Indigenous Research Institute (MIRI), Office of the Vice-President, Research, Vice-Provost Indigenous, Indigenous Mentorship Network of Ontario (IMN), The FEAST Centre for Indigenous STBBI Research, Indigenous Health Learning Lodge (IHLL), Indigenous Studies Department, Indigenous Student Services, University Advancement, Office of Community Engagement, McMaster Indigenous Health Movement. Invitation to Present We invite Indigenous research presentation proposals from faculty, staff and students across McMaster University. Non-Indigenous researchers are also welcome to present research done in partnership with or focused on Indigenous Peoples/topics. Please note that Indigenous presenters will be prioritized. Indigenous undergraduate and graduate students from all areas of study are encouraged to apply to present. Applicants may apply for only one of the two available formats: • 20-minute research presentation (with an option to use a screen). • Research Poster (successful applicants are responsible for poster printing costs and MIRI will supply an easel, poster board, and pins). The registration deadline for those who would like to present a research presentation or poster is October 5, 2026 8:30 AM. Registration to attend Indigenous Research Day closes on October 27, 2026 or when tickets sell out. Successful applicants will be notified by October 16, 2026. For more information, please visit our website: https://miri.mcmaster.ca/indigenous-research-day/ Contact: [email protected]