The Inclusion in Canadian Sports Network (ICSN) is excited to announce that early bird tickets are now available for the 4th Annual National Diversity in Sports Conference, taking place May 1–3, 2026, at the Hilton Mississauga Meadowvale.
This conference is open to ALL individuals passionate about advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in Canadian sport, regardless of background or experience, including national and provincial/territorial sport organizations, community groups, coaches and officials, administrators, municipalities, researchers, students, and more.
Participants can expect to learn from leading experts, engage in interactive workshops, and connect with peers in a lively and memorable networking experience, all focused on creating an inclusive and equitable Canadian sport system.
The conference also features the Emerging BIPOC Leaders program, a dedicated stream for individuals aged 18–30 who identify as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Colour, offering them the opportunity to connect with industry professionals and develop leadership skills. Information on how to apply will be shared in the future.
Attendees can take advantage of the earlybird discounted rate until December 31, 2025.
General Admission:
- Earlybird – $200
- Regular – $300
- Late – $400
Discounted Rates Available:
- Groups of 5 or more – $150
- Grassroots/Community Organizations – $150
- Students – $100
- Researchers/Academics – $200
Please contact info@inclusionincanadiansports.ca for discounted rates. The above prices do not include taxes + processing fees. A discounted hotel rate will also be available for all attendees at the Hotel Mississauga Meadowvale – more information to come soon.
We look forward to welcoming attendees from across the country for three days of learning, collaboration, and action.
For more information on the Diversity in Sports Conference, visit our website, become a Gamechanger, and follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn.
For any Diversity in Sports Conference inquiries, or interest in speaker, vendor or sponsorship opportunities, please contact info@inclusionincanadiansports.ca.
Thank you to Visit Mississauga for sponsoring this important event.
