Registration Information
The Canadian Cannabis Research Summit will include 3 in-person only events this year:
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May 27, 8:30-4:30 pm – 2nd Annual Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research workshop
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Following last year’s resounding success of the first EDI in Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research workshop hosted by the Toronto Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research Consortium, we are incorporating this important event at this year’s summit! Dr. Justin Matheson and Dr. Catharine Mielnik return to co-lead this program that will highlight how diverse perspectives strengthen research and promote more inclusive practices. Speakers and panelists will share their expertise and experiences, while discussions will include systemic barriers in academia and offer practical strategies to improve diversity, accessibility, and inclusion.
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May 27, 6-8 pm – Cannabis Chats: Your Questions, Expert Answers, Community Dialogue
Connect with cannabis and cannabinoid researchers to better understand what the science tells us about cannabis. This event is free to attend with registration (space is limited). Light refreshments and snacks will be provided. Panelists include Dr. Matthew Hill (University of Calgary), Dr. Kim Hellemans (Carleton University), and Dr. Hance Clarke (University of Toronto). This session is co-moderated by Dr. Lauren Kelly (University of Manitoba) and Dr. Robert Laprairie (University of Saskatchewan)
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May 28-29 – Conference
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This portion of the summit will bring together researchers, educators, healthcare practitioners, government and trainees for two days of presentations, engaging poster sessions, and meaningful networking opportunities. The conference will showcase some of the latest advances in the field while creating space for collaboration and knowledge exchange. We welcome Dr. Ziva Cooper (UCLA) and Dr. Yasmin Hurd (Mount Sinai) as keynote speakers.
Registration Fees*
The Canadian Cannabis Research Summit and the EDI in Cannabionid Research workshop are in-person only events.
- Registration rates for CCRS 2026 are listed in the table below.
- There is a $20 registration fee for the workshop, and space is limited, so advance registration is required to attend. If the additional fee is cost-prohibitive or if you have any questions, please contact: tlee@ccic.net
*The registration fees listed below do not include tax. HST (13%) will be charged on top of all registration fees
Fee Discounts
1. Discounted conference registration fees are available to CCIC members at a discounted price by logging into your CCIC Member account.
2. Members of the Toronto Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research Consortium (TC3) are eligible for a discounted price on the conference and workshop by contacting TC3 Associate Director, Dr. Noufissa Kabli at noufissa.kabli@utoronto.ca
| IN-PERSON FEES | EARLY BIRD BEFORE February 28 | REGULAR March 1 - April 30 | LATE May 1 - May 27 | |||
| MEMBER | NON-MEMBER | MEMBER | NON-MEMBER | MEMBER | NON-MEMBER | |
| Physicians & Clinicians | $749 | $999 | $849 | $1099 | $949 | $1199 |
| Other HCPs, Researchers, Educators & Gov't Workers | $449 | $649 | $549 | $749 | $649 | $849 |
| Trainees*, Patients & Advocacy Groups | $299 | $449 | $399 | $549 | $499 | $649 |
| Industry | $999 | $1299 | $1099 | $1399 | $1199 | $1499 |
Conference registration fees do not include tax. HST (13%) will be charged on top of these registration fees.
* Eligibility for “Trainee” category includes; Residents, Fellows, and undergraduates. Trainee registrants may be required to indicate their current institution, level of study and student ID number.
Group Rate
Special rates for groups of 10+: If you have a group of 10 or more, you qualify for 10% off on your conference registration fees. Please note, trainee, patient/patient advocate rates do not qualify for this offer.
To receive this discount, please contact tlee@ccic.net before registering your group.
Cancellation Policy
All attendee registration fees are non-transferable. If you wish to cancel your registration to the conference or workshop, you will be eligible for a refund based on the following schedule:
- On or before February 28, 2026: Full refund less a $75.00 processing fee.
- March 01 – March 31, 2026: 50% of registration fees paid.
- After March 31, 2026: No refund.