CELL & GENE THERAPY REVOLUTION Building for impact

CellCAN is proud to announce the 4th edition of its pan-Canadian Strategic Forum

This premier event convenes national and international leaders to address the pressing challenges and opportunities in biomanufacturing advanced therapies, including cell and gene therapies, mRNA vaccines, complex biologics and bio-printed tissue therapeutics.

 

Key themes for the 2026 Forum will include:

 

  • Scaling Domestic Biomanufacturing Capacity: Strategies to enhance Canada's infrastructure for producing advanced therapies, ensuring readiness for future health needs.
  • Bridging Talent Gaps: Addressing the critical need for skilled professionals in biomanufacturing, with insights.
  • Fostering Industry-Academia Collaboration: Exploring models to strengthen partnerships between research institutions and industry to accelerate innovation and commercialization.
  • Enhancing Regulatory Frameworks: Discussing approaches to streamline regulatory processes, facilitating efficient development and approval of advanced therapies.
  • Integrating Digital Technologies: Examining the role of AI, digital twins and machine learning in optimizing biomanufacturing processes and ensuring quality control.
  • Venue Laval, QC, Canada
  • Date & Time April 7 to 9, 2026
  • Speakers 25 Professionals
  • Seats 200 People

Registration Fees

All prices are in Canadian Dollars. Does not include applicable taxes. Please note the early bird registration deadline is December 31, 2025 at 11:59 PM PDT.
Registration will close on March 20th, 2026 at 11:59 PM PDT.

Trainee
Post-Doc Fee
Patients
Patient Groups
TMM special rate (end of Nov 2025)

$595

Register
Employee of one of CellCAN Network Affiliates Center
TMM special rate (end of Nov 2025)

$775

Register
General Fee
Industry
Not-for-Profit
Government
Other
TMM special rate (end of Nov 2025)

$995

Register
Sponsor (additional registration)

$800

Register

Sponsors

Partner/Platinum

Silver

Bronze

Supporters

Event Schedules

This is a preliminary program. As speakers and talks are confirmed, the schedule will be updated.
We encourage you to check back often for the latest information.

13:00 - 17:00 Logistic

Exhibitors are invited to setup their booths or tables. 

Location: La Lavalloise
13:00 - 17:30 Special Event

More to come...

Location: Oustide location
18:00 - 21:00 Meals & Networking

All participants are invited to this Welcome reception where food and beverages will be served. This is a great way to kickoff the event and to gather with old and new friends! 

Location: La Lavalloise
07:30 - 08:30 Meals & Networking

Location: Laval 1 & 2
08:30 - 12:00 Conference

Speakers and talks coming soon...

Location: Laval 3
12:00 - 13:15 Meals & Networking

Location: Laval 1 & 2
13:15 - 16:45 Conference

Speakers and talks coming soon...

Location: Laval 3
18:00 - 21:00 Meals & Networking

All participants are invited to this Networking event where food and beverages will be served. This is a great way to check out the different exhibitors, network and have fun! 

Location: La Lavalloise
07:30 - 08:30 Meals & Networking

Location: Laval 1 & 2
08:30 - 12:00 Conference

Speakers and talks coming soon...

Location: Laval 3
12:00 - 13:15 Meals & Networking

Location: Laval 1 & 2
13:15 - 16:45 Conference

Speakers and talks coming soon...

Location: Laval 3
  • Sheraton Laval Hotel
  • +14506872440