Headline: The Canadian Journal of Interdisciplinary Research in Society (CJIRS) Issues Call for Contributions to Inaugural Annual Conference
Contact: 301 14 Street NW, Calgary, AB,CA, [editor@cjirs.org]
CALGARY, AB – The Editorial Board of the Canadian Journal of Interdisciplinary Research in Society (CJIRS) formally announces its inaugural CJIRS Annual Conference, to be held in Calgary, Alberta, from May 18-21, 2026.
The conference will serve as a definitive forum for the presentation and critical discussion of research situated at the intersection of established disciplines. The theme, Inspire, Share, Connect, reflects the journal’s commitment to facilitating intellectual synergy and promoting research that transcends traditional disciplinary silos.
Statement from the Editorial Board:
“The establishment of this annual conference is a strategic extension of the journal’s mandate to curate and disseminate rigorous, methodologically innovative scholarship. It offers a vital platform for researchers to engage in direct discourse, thereby advancing the theoretical and empirical underpinnings of interdisciplinary studies.”
Scope and Call for Abstracts
CJIRS invites the submission of abstracts for individual presentations and pre-organized panels that address complex societal phenomena through integrated methodologies. Contributions are specifically sought for tracks that align with the journal’s focus areas, including, but not limited to:
- Epistemological Frameworks in Interdisciplinary Inquiry
- The Nexus of Technology, Ethics, and Governance
- Integrated Approaches to Public Policy and Social Justice
- Cross-Sectoral Applications in Education and Health
All abstracts must detail the research methodology, theoretical contribution, and interdisciplinary relevance of the proposed work.
| Key Dates for Submission | Deadline |
| Abstract Submission Portal Opens | December 15, 2025 |
| Abstract Submission Deadline | January 04, 2026 |
| Notification of Acceptance | March 25, 2026 |
| Final Program Announcement | April 25, 2026 |
Post-Conference Publication Opportunity
Selected papers presented at the conference will be invited to undergo expedited peer review for potential publication in a Special Conference Issue of the Canadian Journal of Interdisciplinary Research in Society. This process ensures that the most impactful research shared at the conference achieves permanent scholarly record.
Inquiries and Access
Full details regarding submission criteria, registration modalities, and venue specifics are available on the official CJIRS Conference microsite. All inquiries related to the Call for Abstracts should be directed to the Conference Administration Team.
