Date/Time Date(s) - 03/11/20268:15 am - 4:15 pm
Location CIBC Hall
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 TO PRESENT AND/OR ATTEND: IRD 2026 Eventbrite Registration
Breakfast and lunch provided.
Hosted by: McMaster Indigenous Research Institute, Office of the Vice-President, Research, Vice-Provost Indigenous, Indigenous Mentorship Network of Ontario, Indigenous Health Learning Lodge, Indigenous Studies Department, Indigenous Student Services, The FEAST Centre for Indigenous STBBI Research, University Advancement, Indigenous Health Movement, The Office of Community Engagement.
Invitation to Present
We invite Indigenous research presentation proposals from community, 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:
The registration deadline for those who would like to present a research presentation or poster is October 5, 2026 8:30 AM. Successful applicants will be notified by October 16, 2026.
Registration to attend Indigenous Research Day closes on October 27, 2026 or when tickets sell out.
For more information please contact: miri@mcmaster.ca