In addition to outstanding education and science, the 2026 IPBIS Conference will offer a number of opportunities for delegates to network and socialize with like-minded colleagues from around the world!
Saddle Up for the IPBIS Gala: The Calgary Stampede Comes to You!
Brother Bicker Band
Line Dancing
Dust off your cowboy boots and grab your hat — this year, the IPBIS Gala is bringing the Calgary Stampede right to your doorstep!
Alberta Birds of Prey Foundation
Get ready for an unforgettable night of high-energy fun, featuring our the Alberta Birds of Prey, line dancing lessons to get your boots scootin’, and plenty of classic Stampede grub to keep you fueled for the fun.
It’s your chance to kick back, let loose, and celebrate in true Western style — no travel required! So round up your friends, shine those belt buckles, and join us for a night that’s sure to have you hollerin’ yee-haw! from start to finish.
Let us know you are coming when you register! There is a nominal registration fee.
Gala
Thursday, April 30, 2026
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm Local Alberta Time
Launch Night
Launch Night will take place on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 5:30pm – 7:00pm Local Alberta time at the Hyatt. It will include three concurrent sessions and a Youth Panel. There is no additional cost to your meeting registration.
Launch Night Concurrent Sessions
April 29, 2026
5:30 – 6:30pm
Session titles include:
- Advancing Pediatric Acquired Brain Injury Research Through International Collaboration: Updates from the Pediatric Brain Injury Consortium
- TRANSCENDENT (Transforming Research by Assessing Neuroinformatics Across the Spectrum of Concussion by Embedding iNterdisciplinary Data-Collection to Enable Novel Treatments): Insights on Pediatric Concussion Using Cutting Edge Pragmatic Biomarkers
- Transforming TBI: Utilizing the CBI-M Framework to Enhance Pediatric Brain Injury Classification and Care
Youth Panel
6:35 – 7:00pm Local Alberta Time
More details to come in coming weeks.
IPBIS Opening Reception
April 29, 2026
7:00 – 8:00 pm Local Alberta Time
The Opening Reception will take place after the conclusion of the Pre-conference day and Launch Night. This is no additional cost to your meeting registration. More information to be posted in coming weeks.
Poster Session & Lunch with Posters
Poster Session
- May 1, 2026 at 10:50 – 11:50 am Local Alberta time
Lunch with Posters
- May 1, 2026 at 12:50 – 1:50 pm Local Alberta time
Trainee/TEC Networking Discussion PODS & Social
Warm welcome to join our Networking Discussion PODS and Socials, taking place Friday May 1st directly following the conference program at 5:30 local Alberta time!
This free event will allow trainees and those early in their careers to join discussion groups in areas of interest to them. The groups will be facilitated by one or more experienced professionals from different fields in pediatric ABI.
The goal is to exchange experiences, challenges and ideas that can inform professional development and improve international collaboration.
Following the Networking Discussion PODS, the Trainee/TEC Social will take place at the Greta Bar, and includes a complimentary drink, mingling and games.