Conference 2024: Pathways to Inclusion: Community-Based Research in Immigration and Settlement

The conference will take place at the Central Public Library in Calgary, AB, Canada on April 24-25, 2024, and is organized by the Research and Program Development department at The Immigrant Education Society (TIES). The conference will bring together leading experts, researchers, practitioners, community leaders, and newcomers to explore the following four areas of focus:

Climate Adaptation – Featuring research on the impact of climate change on immigrants and innovative strategies for enhancing resilience and adaptation in new environments.‍

Professional and Skilled Immigrant Supports – Featuring research on effective support systems, policies, and programs that enable successful workforce integration and career continuity, particularly among immigrant professionals.‍

Inclusion and Diversity in Immigrant Youth and Children – Featuring research on promoting inclusion and diversity among immigrant youth and children.

Education and Digital Literacy – Featuring research on accessible education and developing digital literacy for immigrants.

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Key Dates:

Registration Deadline: March 31, 2024

Conference: April 24th (9:00AM-4:30PM) to April 25th (9:00AM-1:00PM), 2024

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Early Bird Registration fees:

$75 - Regular

$50 - Student and Newcomers

Under 18 years of age can attend the conference without providing registration fees. Early bird pricing will be available until March 1st, 2024. Register now!

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Post Early Bird Pricing Registration Fees:

$90 – Regular

$65 – Students and Newcomers

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As the conference dates draw near, this website will be updated with information on the conference’s program, schedule, and speakers.

Meanwhile, should you have any questions, please contact the organizers via research@immigrant-education.ca