Canadian Knowledge Mobilization Forum 2026
Overview
The Canadian Knowledge Mobilization Forum (CKF) is a biennial event that provides opportunities for professional development, learning, and networking for those interested in knowledge mobilization, translation, and exchange. It brings together a community dedicated to sharing learnings, best practices, tools, and resources. CKF26 will be taking place in person in Toronto on July 28-30, 2026 at the Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning. It will be co-hosted by Research Impact Canada and the Knowledge Translation Program at the SickKids Learning Institute.
Theme: Collaborative Knowledge: People, Partnerships, and Possibilities
Contribution Formats
We are seeking contributions in the following formats:
Lightning Talk
- Format: Maximum 5-minute presentation, providing insights into current or emerging knowledge mobilization work, case studies, or innovative projects.
- Purpose: Share “what you need to know” about your work or topic of choice. Learn from multiple presenters in a variety of sectors.
- Audience: 100+ people in the main auditorium.
Workshop
- Format: 60-minute skill-building workshop that focuses on the practical aspects of building knowledge mobilization capacity within organizations and communities.
- Purpose: Share methods and tools in an interactive and engaging format. Help participants improve their skills and understanding to become better mobilizers.
- Audience: 25-40 people
Catalyst Roundtable
- Format: 10 to 15-minute presentation followed by facilitated 30-minute small group discussions of the ideas, the connections, and the implications for knowledge mobilization practice.
- Purpose: The presentations act as a catalyst for conversation - the value of these sessions emerges from the exchange of ideas and in-depth exploration of emerging knowledge mobilization topics.
- Audience: 20-30 people
Poster Presentation / Case Study (Asynchronous)
- Format: A 48’’×36″ (3ft x 4ft or 91cm x 122cm) research poster that shares insights and best practices from a knowledge mobilization project or case study.
- Purpose: Share “what you need to know” about your work or topic, giving attendees the opportunity to learn in their own time.
- Audience: Anyone registered for the Forum will be able to view the posters in person.
The forum is a bilingual event. We highly encourage presentations in both English and French.
How to Apply
To apply, fill out the form by creating an account or logging in if an account has already been created.
Prepare:
- 250-word summary or outline emphasizing the content, objectives, audience and/or format of the contribution
- 200-word justification of its relevance
- 100-word description for the program
The contribution deadline for the forum is February 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET.
Please note: Presenters must purchase a ticket and be registered for the Forum. Registration will be launched in early 2026. You can expect to be notified about the status of your application by April 2026.
To learn more about the Forum, visit our website.
Process
1. Register
Click on the "Register" button to complete and submit the registration form.
2. Login
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3. Create
Create your online application.
4. Save
During the call for applications period, your application can be saved as draft by clicking the 'Save work in progress' button. As each section is complete, you will see a 
appear in the category tab when the application is saved. At any time, you can download and print your application by clicking on the 
icon in the Application Summary section.
5. Submit
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If you require assistance or additional information, please email sdychan@yorku.ca.
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Contact Information
Research Impact CanadaKaneff Tower, York University
4700 Keele St, Room 625
Toronto ON
M3J 1P3
Contact Email:
Sandy Chan: sdychan@yorku.ca