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Category: Workshops & seminars

In an era of institutional strain, how we gather matters. Dr. Jessica Riddell introduces the "Hope Circuits" framework, reimagining organizations as ecosystems of possibility. Move beyond scarcity and crisis to design spaces that restore trust, widen agency, and center human and ecological flourishing—transforming simple gatherings into seeds of collective renewal.

When
April 16, 2026, 12 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Dr. Jessica Riddell

Writing Help in the Vanier Library – drop-in sessions Get help with your writing assignments in English and French at any stage of your writing or research process. Drop by for help from a writing assistant and bring your assignment or rough draft, if you have one. No appointment necessary. Available every Thursday from 12 - 3 p.m., at Vanier Library, on VL-1.

When
April 16, 2026, 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Where
Loyola campus VL - Pavillon de la bibliothèque Vanier VL-1 (7141, rue Sherbrooke O.)

When
April 16, 2026, 12:45 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building Conference room (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Dominic Roulx, Guillermo Ventura Sánchez

When
April 16, 2026, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Button Making - LOYOLA Drop by and make a button or three - all supplies provided (you can bring your own design on paper is you want). This event is planned for VL-3 (Vanier Library - Third floor), ask at the desk if you can't find us!

When
April 16, 2026, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
VL - Vanier Library Building VL-3 (7141, rue Sherbrooke O.)

A lecture with public servant Felix Chu exploring GBA+ in Canada, drawing on his policy work in federal and provincial governments and feminist analysis.

When
April 16, 2026, 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus Henry F. Hall Building 1220 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Felix Chu

Explore the linguistic and cultural importance of maintaining heritage languages. Participants will take part in a hands-on daruma-making activity, using it as a creative and reflective tool to set personal intentions and reconnect with their linguistic and cultural identities.

When
April 16, 2026, 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus GA - Annexe des Sœurs-Grises 2.221 (1211-1215, rue St-Mathieu)


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Category: Workshops & seminars

This training is offered by GradProSkills. It is only open to current graduate students and postdoctoral scholars. Whether you want some advice on the industry, company or position that you are targeting or are seeking to switch industries, informational interviews may be your answer.

When
April 17, 2026, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where
Online

Hosted by the Feminist Governance in Times of Crisis Working Group, the Gender and Sexuality Reading Group is excited to host a mentoring session where we discuss academic publishing with Professors Scala and Paterson.

When
April 17, 2026, 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus Henry F. Hall Building 1226 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Stephanie, Paterson; Francesca, Scala

This monthly gathering is a collaboration between the NouLa Centre for Black Students and the Black Perspectives Office, created to support Black doctoral students through intentional community-building and shared dialogue. Doctoral studies can be demanding and, at times, isolating. Many Black doctoral students express a desire for space to connect with peers who understand the academic pressures and lived realities that shape their experiences. This gathering offers a welcoming environment where students can pause, reflect, and engage with one another in meaningful ways. Held in the NouLa lounge, this is a low-pressure, come-as-you-are space centred on connection, conversation, and mutual support. Participants are encouraged to step away from deadlines and expectations and engage in student-led discussions that feel relevant and grounded.

When
April 17, 2026, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where
SGW campus H - Henry F. Hall Building 773 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

The purpose of this interest group is to bring together educators, graduate students with teaching roles, and student-facing staff to explore the impacts of trauma in the classroom setting and to apply and practice trauma-informed approaches and equity-driven frameworks.

When
April 17, 2026, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus H - Henry F. Hall Building HyFlex (H-629 and online via Zoom) (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Katrina Grabner, Department of Creative Arts Therapies

The Concordia University Teach with Generative AI (GenAI) Faculty Interest Group is a monthly gathering dedicated to exploring the potential applications, benefits, and challenges of integrating GenAI technologies into teaching practices. This group serves as a collaborative platform for faculty to share experiences, discuss innovative ideas, and engage in research related to the use of GenAI in various educational contexts.

When
April 20, 2026, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Cristina Galofre Gomez Educational Developer, Centre for Teaching and Learning

When
April 20, 2026, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

When
April 21, 2026, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Reflect on your experiences and learn to clearly express the skills you’ve gained with practical tools and strategies in this skill‑building workshop.

When
April 21, 2026, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus Henry F. Hall Building H655.3 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Alexander Oster

You are invited to learn about, teach about and/or share your fibre art every Tuesday afternoon from 3 - 5:45 p.m. You can come in person to the Technology Sandbox located in the Webster Library (LB-211) or join us remotely by Zoom. Drop in at your convenience whether you have a project or not.

When
April 21, 2026, 2 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building LB-211 (or join remotely by Zoom) (1400 De Maisonneuve W.)
Speaker(s)
Ariana Hipsagh, Technology Sandbox Technician

When
April 21, 2026, 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus FB - Faubourg Building 620 (1250 Guy St. (main entrance) | 1600 Ste-Catherine St. W.)

Drawing from Tricia Hersey’s book Rest as Resistance: A Manifesto, this conversation will explore the meaning and function of rest for Indigenous and Black folks. We will reflect on how rest challenges systems that prioritize productivity in service of capitalism over well-being and consider its role in reclaiming time, space, and dignity.

When
April 21, 2026, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Where
daphne art centre
Speaker(s)
Kathleen Charles, Katsitsanoron Dumoulin-Bush, Prakash Krishnan

Learn how to craft a compelling Narrative CV for 2026 research grants (NFRF, FRQ, tri‑agency) at this in‑person Concordia workshop on April 22.

When
April 22, 2026, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus J.W. McConnell Building 322 (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

When
April 22, 2026, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Reading series exploring migration through personal experiences, Bringing together academic scholarship and stories “from the heart”.

When
April 22, 2026, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where
SGW campus GA - Grey Nuns Annex 2.221 (1211-1215, rue St-Mathieu)

Students and professionals who identify as neurodivergent are invited to join Lime Connect for a Network Member exclusive event!

When
April 22, 2026, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Where
Online

Reflect on your experiences and learn to clearly express the skills you’ve gained with practical tools and strategies in this skill‑building workshop.

When
April 23, 2026, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Alexander Oster

When
April 23, 2026, 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Listen. Reflect. Come begin. Through conversation, photography, and a short documentary on the Women’s Boxing Club in Gaza, we will explore how sport and art speak to life itself.

When
April 23, 2026, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where
SGW campus GA - Annexe des Sœurs-Grises 2.221 (1211-1215, rue St-Mathieu)
Speaker(s)
Maggie Hébert, Taw’ama El Kaddouri

This interest group supports faculty and teaching staff in applying or improving their application of contemplative practices in their classroom to promote well-being and a compassionate classroom, to further course goals, and to support learning. 

When
April 24, 2026, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Erika O’Hara, Graduate Student, Department of Education

When
April 24, 2026, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

When
April 24, 2026, 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Khaoula Alaoui Mamoun, MSc

A discussion of the work and legacy of Paulo Freire, author of Pedagogy of the Oppressed.

When
April 24, 2026, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Where
SGW campus GA - Grey Nuns Annex 2.221 (1211-1215, rue St-Mathieu)

When
April 27, 2026, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Join us to celebrate 3 years of connecting, inspiring and supporting gender diversity in AI.

When
April 28, 2026, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus John Molson Building Room MB9-CD (1450 Guy St.)

You are invited to learn about, teach about and/or share your fibre art every Tuesday afternoon from 3 - 5:45 p.m. You can come in person to the Technology Sandbox located in the Webster Library (LB-211) or join us remotely by Zoom. Drop in at your convenience whether you have a project or not.

When
April 28, 2026, 2 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building LB-211 (or join remotely by Zoom) (1400 De Maisonneuve W.)
Speaker(s)
Ariana Hipsagh, Technology Sandbox Technician

Join us for an interactive workshop led by D3’s Zaccary Dyck, where you’ll practice intentional networking in a safe, inclusive space. Networking isn’t just about exchanging business cards — it’s about building real connections that support your personal and professional growth.

When
April 28, 2026, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus Faubourg Building 600 (1250 Guy St. (main entrance) | 1600 Ste-Catherine St. W.)
Speaker(s)
Zaccary Dyck

This event offers participants an excellent opportunity to engage directly with Pratt & Whitney professionals and tour our facilities. It will be an ideal opportunity to gain a better understanding of the industry, explore internship opportunities, and connect with experts in the field.

When
April 29, 2026, 12:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
Pratt & Whitney’s Longueuil Plant (Plant 1)

When
April 29, 2026, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Learn all about vertical gardening and how to optimize your small balcony for a productive, ecological garden. Discover practical ways to grow more in limited outdoor space using organic and recycled materials. This workshop covers container‑friendly plant varieties, self‑watering solutions, local material resources, balcony gardening tips for Montreal’s climate, garden design essentials, and strategies for dealing with pests—yes, even squirrels. All participants will receive a free organic seedling from Coop CultivAction. Registration required. $20.00.

When
April 29, 2026, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus J.W. McConnell Building 145 (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

When
April 30, 2026, 11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

When the world feels "on fire," presence is our most vital anchor. Aruni shares the practice of pacing your energy and leaning toward solace. Discover how to meet life’s turbulence with nonjudgmental awareness, moving from survival to a state of grace, kindness, and profound contentment.

When
April 30, 2026, 12 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Aruni Nan Futuronsky

This training is offered by GradProSkills. It is only open to current graduate students and postdoctoral scholars. Looking for an internship or your first job? Starting early is key. Join this session to learn effective strategies to help you stand out, build connections, and find the right fit.

When
April 30, 2026, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Where
Online

Join us for this short workshop to learn about the how to break a problem down into its component pieces, communicate a solution effectively and ensure efficient team work.

When
May 1, 2026, 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Mike Ross

When
May 1, 2026, 12:45 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building Conference room (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Raphaël Bessette, Richenda Grazette

When
May 1, 2026, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Come meet all 9 Quebec English school boards and CSS du Littoral at the Career Fair to explore opportunities for teachers and school staff.

When
May 2, 2026, 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where
Quebec English School Boards

Learn about the ASP Health and Safety on Construction Sites course, offered by Concordia University and Vanier College. Taking the course is a requirement for obtaining a certificate of competence, authorizing the holder to work on a construction site in Quebec.

When
May 4, 2026 – May 7, 2026, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where
SGW campus GM - Guy-De Maisonneuve Building GM-450 (1550 De Maisonneuve W.)

Professionals with disabilities are invited to join Lime Connect for a Network Member exclusive event!

When
May 6, 2026, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Where
Online

Explore soundwalking as a practice of solidarity, reflection, and social engagement in a CSLP supported workshop led by student affiliates Rawda Harb and Guillaume Jabbour.

When
May 7, 2026, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Where
SGW campus GA - Grey Nuns Annex (1211-1215, rue St-Mathieu)

We invite you to come and share your stories and experiences with activism and the various ways it is present in your lives, the lives of those who came before, and the lives of those around you. How do you practice activism in the everyday?

When
May 7, 2026, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Where
Librarie Livresse
Speaker(s)
Tamara Angeline Medford-Williams, Killaq Enuaraq-Strauss

When
May 8, 2026, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Alice Vervaeke, MA

When
May 10, 2026 – May 13, 2026, 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where
Speaker(s)
TBA

When
May 11, 2026 – May 14, 2026, 4 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where
Speaker(s)
TBA

Listen. Reflect. Come begin. Through conversation, photography, and a short documentary on the Women’s Boxing Club in Gaza, we will explore how sport and art speak to life itself.

When
May 13, 2026, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where
SGW campus GA - Annexe des Sœurs-Grises 2.221 (1211-1215, rue St-Mathieu)
Speaker(s)
Maggie Hébert, Taw’ama El Kaddouri

this workshop builds on the Dewemaagannag My Relations Guide to provide practical guidance for researchers seeking to collaborate respectfully and effectively with Indigenous partners.

When
May 14, 2026, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - Pavillon J.‐W.‐McConnell LB 145 (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Geneviève Sioui

Turn on the news and you are flooded with news of ever-growing disagreements and conflict often erupting in violence. I argue that as society, we need to learn to deal constructively with differences in viewpoints. But how? As a scientist, I wondered if science could help. I will survey some of the pitfalls science can help us become aware of. I will also draw an outline of concrete steps we can take to have better disagreements. The ultimate hope is that this will help our societies thrive not in spite of, but because of our differences.

When
May 14, 2026, 12 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Dr. Floris van Vugt

When
May 14, 2026, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

When
May 15, 2026, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building LB-145 (Pavillon Bibliothèque) (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Are you planning to apply for scholarships or research funding but are unsure how to get started? This interactive workshop supports graduate students from underrepresented communities in developing strong research proposals that communicate clarity, originality, and impact while remaining authentic to their scholarly voice. Participants will learn how to articulate compelling research objectives, position their expertise effectively, and align their proposals with funder expectations while navigating structural challenges that can shape funding outcomes. Led by Cecilia Kramer, this session provides foundational tools to help you prepare a competitive proposal for upcoming funding competitions at Concordia and beyond.

When
May 15, 2026, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where
Hybrid (Zoom [link provided upon registration] and Grey Nuns Building
Room GN-A-107)
Speaker(s)
Cecilia Kramer

This interest group supports faculty and teaching staff in applying or improving their application of contemplative practices in their classroom to promote well-being and a compassionate classroom, to further course goals, and to support learning. 

When
May 15, 2026, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Where
SGW campus H - Henry F. Hall Building 629 (1455 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)
Speaker(s)
Dr. Rosemary C. Reilly, CCFE, Full Professor, Applied Human Sciences and Cristina Galofre Gomez, Educational Developer Centre for Teaching and Learning

When
May 15, 2026, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

When
May 16, 2026, 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Where
SGW campus LB - J.W. McConnell Building Pavillon Bibliothèque - Rez de chaussée (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Great for aspiring entrepreneurs, professionals, and anyone looking to strengthen their conversational skills in a way that feels natural and effective.

When
May 19, 2026, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus Faubourg Building 600 (1250 Guy St. (main entrance) | 1600 Ste-Catherine St. W.)
Speaker(s)
Zaccary Dyck, Facilitation & Residency Program Lead at District 3

Learn how to craft a compelling Narrative CV for 2026 research grants (NFRF, FRQ, tri‑agency) at this in‑person Concordia workshop on May 20.

When
May 20, 2026, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where
Sir George Williams Campus J.W. McConnell Building 322 (1400 De Maisonneuve Blvd. W.)

Listen. Reflect. Come begin. Through conversation, photography, and a short documentary on the Women’s Boxing Club in Gaza, we will explore how sport and art speak to life itself.

When
May 20, 2026, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Where
SGW campus GA - Annexe des Sœurs-Grises 2.221 (1211-1215, rue St-Mathieu)
Speaker(s)
Maggie Hébert, Taw’ama El Kaddouri

Have a draft research proposal and want thoughtful feedback before submission? This collaborative session supports graduate students from underrepresented communities by providing an opportunity to share a draft proposal excerpt and receive constructive peer feedback in a supportive and culturally affirming environment. Participants will also practice providing feedback to peers, strengthening analytical skills that improve proposal writing and revision processes. Led by Cecilia Kramer, this session is ideal for graduate students preparing applications for upcoming funding competitions at Concordia.

When
May 22, 2026, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Where
Hybrid (Zoom [link provided upon registration] and Grey Nuns Building
Room GN-A-107)
Speaker(s)
Cecilia Kramer

When
May 22, 2026, 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Emad Shihab, PhD and Liliana Guedez Hung, MEnv

When
May 26, 2026, 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Where
Université de Montréal
Speaker(s)
David J. Holroyd

Learn how to craft a compelling Narrative CV for 2026 research grants (NFRF, FRQ, tri‑agency) at this in‑person Concordia workshop on May 27.

When
May 27, 2026, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where
Loyola Campus Vanier Library Building 122 (7141 Sherbrooke St. W.)

When
May 28, 2026 – May 29, 2026 (all day)
Where
SGW campus MB - John Molson Building MB 14.250 (1450 Guy St.)
Speaker(s)
Pablo Gilabert and others

How often do you stop and listen to the words you use to describe your own life? We all live inside stories: some we chose, others we inherited, and many we wrote in survival mode without realizing it. These stories show up not in grand declarations but in the quiet metaphors of everyday speech: the walls we hit, the weight we carry, the paths we can't find. Far from being mere figures of speech, neuroscience shows that these metaphors are neurological signposts, they reflect how the brain makes meaning of experience and quietly shape our identity, emotions, and sense of what's possible. If that's true, then learning to hear your own metaphors is one of the most powerful things you can do for your life. Author of StoryJacking and Light Up: The Science of Coaching with Metaphors, Lyssa deHart is a Master Certified Coach and clinical social worker with over 25,000 hours of deep listening. In this session, she draws on neuroscience, narrative psychology, and decades of practice to show how the language you use every day scripts your choices and relationships in ways you don't see. You'll learn to slow down and notice the metaphors running beneath your everyday speech, and discover how shifting even one image can change how you feel, what you believe is possible, and how you relate to the people around you. You'll leave with practical tools to catch the stories you're telling yourself, rewrite the ones that no longer serve you, and embrace the lifelong journey of crafting a story worth living.

When
May 28, 2026, 12 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Lyssa deHart

A discussion of the work and legacy of Paulo Freire, author of Pedagogy of the Oppressed.

When
May 29, 2026, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Where
SGW campus GA - Grey Nuns Annex 2.221 (1211-1215, rue St-Mathieu)

Gifted kids are like Ferraris: brilliant, powerful, and wired differently. But when every parenting book hands you advice designed for a Toyota, things keep breaking down. Master educator and gifted specialist Sarah Strouthopoulos draws on 25+ years of work with intense, sensitive children to reveal why conventional approaches backfire, and what actually helps these kids flourish. You'll walk away with a fresh lens on your child's big emotions, perfectionism, and intensity, as well as practical strategies to work with that wiring, not against it.

When
June 11, 2026, 12 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Where
Online
Speaker(s)
Sarah Strouthopoulos

When
June 18, 2026 – July 16, 2026, 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where
Online

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June 29, 2026 – July 11, 2026 (all day)
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