HxCanada Fall Conference - Expanding Minds: The Power of Diverse Perspectives in Canadian Post-Secondary Education

This one-day conference explores how post-secondary institutions in Canada can engage students, researchers, and faculty members in a way that builds trust across a variety of perspectives—cultural, ideological, disciplinary, and experiential. We aim to examine how creating spaces for open, respectful conversations and meaningful dialogue can help to challenge assumptions, deepen empathy, and support academic and personal growth. Together, we will reflect on how institutions can cultivate environments where diverse voices feel heard, valued, and able to engage constructively across disagreement.

Conference programming will take place in-person at Simon Fraser University's Harbour Centre in Vancouver from 9:00am - 5:00 PM PST as well as livestreamed.

Conference Registration is Now Open!

In-person conference registration includes access to all scheduled conference sessions and refreshments, as well as the ability to participate in Q&A, engage with conference speakers and fellow attendees, and contribute to conference programming. Register for the in-person conference here for a small fee.

Livestream-only registration gives you access to watch the conference sessions remotely via Zoom. Sign up for the livestream here for free.

Contribute to Conference Programming: Call for Proposals Closes on September 14

Proposal submissions are now open for the HxCanada Fall Conference. We welcome proposals from faculty, students, administrators, and librarians at Canadian Universities, Colleges, and other post-secondary educational institutions. Proposals can be submitted for either individual 15 minute presentations or 60 minute panel discussions related to the conference theme. Submissions must be submitted through this form. All proposals are due September 14 and will be reviewed by September 21, with decisions sent by September 27. Accepted submitters will be required to present in-person at the conference.

Hotel Accommodations

Coming in from out of town? While there is not an official hotel block for this conference, we recommend booking at one of the following hotels within close walking distance of the conference venue:

• Auberge Vancouver Hotel
• Victorian Hotel
• St. Regis Hotel
• Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
• Hyatt Regency Vancouver

Questions? Reach out to events@heterodoxacademy.org.