60-MINUTE SESSIONS

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 23:59 PDT 30 OCTOBER

We are prioritizing action-oriented session proposals. Our goal is to design a scientific program that gives participants clear, effective, and actionable solutions that they can take away from Public Health 2027 and apply in their local context.

SESSION FORMATS

KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE FORUM

A structured conversation where multiple experts share perspectives on a key research question or public health topic, with time for audience Q&A.

  • Maximum of three speakers plus one moderator
  • Maximum presentation time of 45 - 50 minutes
  • 10 – 15 minutes of participant interaction and/or Q&A

APPLIED SOLUTIONS WORKSHOP

A participatory session where facilitators present actionable solutions to public health issues and guide attendees through hands-on applications.

  • Maximum three facilitators
  • Maximum presentation time of 20 minutes
  • Dedicate remaining time to participant interaction (group discussions, skills development, etc.)

LEARNING WORKSHOP

An interactive format designed to build participant skills and knowledge through facilitated exercises, tools, and group dialogue.

  • Maximum three facilitators
  • Maximum presentation time of 15 minutes
  • Dedicate remaining time to participant interaction (group discussions and feedback, interactive tools.)

REVIEW CRITERIA

Each submission is reviewed and scored using the following criteria:

Background / Rationale – Is the need for this session clearly outlined?

Applicability – Will participants be able to apply the information they learn in the session in their day-to-day research, policy or practice setting?

Innovation - Description reflects an emerging or new perspective on public health.

Learning objectives – Objectives are clearly described and articulate what participants are expected to demonstrate because of attending the session.

Interaction – The agenda demonstrates how the proposed presenters will actively engage participants throughout the session.

Overall quality – Is the submission relevant and does it meet the proposed format parameters.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST

The Canadian Public Health Association supports the Canadian Medical Association's Policy on Guidelines for Physicians in Interactions with Industry. A conflict of interest may exist if a presenter is affiliated with, or has financial interest in a commercial organization that may have a direct or indirect interest in the subject matter of his/her topic presentation. This policy is not intended to prevent a presentation and the information you disclose will not influence the review of your abstract.

As the conference will be seeking accreditation by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC), all 60-minute sessions must include three learning objectives that meet their guidelines. Learning objectives should be concise, specific and identify the outcomes or actions that participants can expect to demonstrate as a result of attending the session.

GUIDELINES

Submissions must meet the following criteria otherwise, they will not be accepted for peer review:

Submissions MUST be completed using the template provided and be submitted electronically.

The template CANNOT be changed to include additional sections. The template must be submitted as a Word document.

Submissions must not exceed two pages.

A maximum of two (2) submissions may be submitted as the presenting author.

Data, other research, and sessions presented at other conferences may NOT be submitted.

The submitting author certifies that all co-authors and/or co-presenters agree to the submission.

ACCEPTANCE

Submitters will be notified of the outcome by Tuesday 15 December.

All speakers who present must be registered for at least one day of the conference by Tuesday 2 March in order to be included in the program.

No financial assistance is available for registration, travel, or accommodation fees.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 23:59 PDT FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER

SUBMIT A 60-MINUTE SESSION PROPOSAL

Contact the Conference Department

613 725 3769 ext 126

© copyright all right reserved