Conference dates: August 18–20, 2026, at the RBC Convention Centre, Winnipeg, MB

Abstract Submission Deadline: SUBMISSIONS CLOSED                                

Competition Format

• Posters will be presented to a beef producer audience, and judging will prioritize clarity, relatability, and accessibility of the content.
• Poster evaluations, including a Q&A session with your judges will take place in person at CBIC on Wednesday, August 19.
• From these evaluations, the top three students in each stream will advance to the final round on Thursday, August 20, where they will deliver a three-minute verbal presentation summarizing their research on the main-stage to compete for cash prizes

Participation Timeline

• April 1st – June 1, 2026: Online abstract submission period
• June-July 2026: Notification of accepted abstracts
• August 19, 2026: Poster presentations
• August 20, 2026: Finalist presentations
  • Top three students in each stream present 3‑minute summaries on the main stage
  • Winners for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place announced

Registration

All students particpiating in the Poster Competition are required to register for the conference prior to the event and ALL Students will be provided a reduced rate ($400).  

For questions, please contact Jenna Sarich at [email protected]