Exhibit & Sponsorship
Sponsorship & Exhibitor Registration
Welcome to our annual SCM-CSM UAlberta conference! We would be pleased to have you join our annual conference as a sponsor or exhibitor. Sponsors are generous contributors who make the CSM conference possible. Depending on the level of sponsorship, contributors should expect maximum exposure and visibility in our program on our international website and through the delegates bag inserts. Sponsors also have the opportunity to hold a half hour workshop, sponsor a specific session, a coffee break, or keynote lecture. We look forward to working with each of our sponsors to ensure that they receive an exceptional value commensurate with their generous level of support. Please note that sponsors do not have to pay GST or HST. Exhibitors not only make a generous contribution to the conference, but also provide essential information and resources for our participants through exhibits and/or workshops. Exhibits and poster sessions are planned for 2 days on Wednesday, June 17 & Thursday, June 18, 2026. For our exhibitors, we have arranged the locations of events to maximize contact with the conference attendees. Please note that exhibitors will need to pay GST/HST on all fees.
Become a Sponsor or Exhibitor
When you are ready, please fill in the Sponsorship & Exhibitor Registration section of the registration page of this website. You will receive a confirmation email once the CSM-SCM has received your registration. If you do not receive this email, please check your junk folder and/or email the Conference Organizer (Valeria Tsviklist) for follow-up.
Booth Numbers (Assigned on first come first served basis (Payment date)
Exhibitors Guidelines:
Shipping Information:
Early shipments will be received and stored between June X - Y, 2026.
Exhibit Location: TBD
Exhibit Setup: TBD. A representative from LOC will be on site during these times.
Exhibit Dismantle: TBD
Exhibits Dates & Times:
TBD
Last year it was following the Opening Reception that was held at the same location. Exhibitors were encouraged to attend the Opening Reception.
Booth Details (To be confirmed):
1 - 6' X 30" table with skirted black with white plastic on top
2- padded banquet chairs
1 waste basket & recycle box
Electric outlets:
Exhibitors were instructed to identify their electric requirements on the exhibit reservation form. Please advise us if your equipment requires a high voltage usage, arrangements will need to be made with the LOC for extra fees. One electric plug will be provided per booth. Each booth will have access to enough power for a laptop or equivalent electronic device. Please bring a 10’ extension cord since outlets may not be directly adjacent to your booth.
Delegate Bags Inserts:
Please forward 500 flyers to be included in the delegates' bags by June 7, 2026 to:
Ms. Valeria Tsviklist
The Centennial Centre for Interdisciplinary Science (CCIS)
Dr. Tracy Raivio Laboratory, 6-022
11335 Saskatchewan Dr NW,
Edmonton, AB T6G 2M9
Parking: TBD
Storage of Empty Boxes During Exhibit Days:
Securing your equipment overnight:
Concerns & Questions:
Ms. Valeria Tsviklist - 2026 Conference Organizer
The Centennial Centre for Interdisciplinary Science (CCIS)
Dr. Tracy Raivio Laboratory, 6-022
11335 Saskatchewan Dr NW,
Edmonton, AB T6G 2M9
Email: tsviklis@ualberta.ca
Summary of Support Levels and Benefits
University of Alberta will host the 75th Annual Conference of the Canadian Society of Microbiologists (CSM) from June 16 to 19, 2026. We have planned an outstanding scientific and professional development program and to date we have over 500 registrants from Canada, the United States, and overseas, including faculty, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and undergraduate researchers. This dynamic research forum represents a valuable opportunity to showcase your company, products, or services to a broad audience of scientists who have interests encompassing applied and environmental microbiology, infection and immunity, and molecular genetics and cellular microbiology. We hope that your company will consider participating in this international event.
Outlined below are the various ways in which you can participate in the CSM 2026 UAlberta Conference. Details of each of these corporate opportunities are provided in the information package below (prices are in Canadian dollars). Please feel free to contact Ms. Valeria Tsviklist Conference Organizer, or Mrs. Wafaa H. Antonious CSM Secretariat with any questions or requests that you may have.
Conference Support Levels & Benefits: (Please refer to the Detailed Sponsorship, Marketing and Exhibit Information document (top of the page) for details of the benefits of each category listed below)
Platinum ($5,000 & above)
Gold ($3,000 - $4,999)
Silver ($1,500 - $2,999)
Bronze ($750 - $1,499)
Exhibitor ($1,800)
Sponsors
We greatly value and appreciate the generous contributions of our sponsors, who make the CSM conference possible. Depending on the level of sponsorship, contributors should expect maximum exposure and visibility in our program on our international website and through the delegates bags' inserts. Sponsors also have the opportunity to hold a half hour workshop, sponsor a specific session, a coffee break, or keynote lecture. We look forward to working with each of our sponsors to ensure that they receive an exceptional value commensurate with their generous level of support.
Awards Support
Student Symposium Award ($1,250) (Please refer to the Detailed Sponsorship, Marketing and Exhibit Information document (top of the page) for further details)
Exhibitors
Exhibitors not only make a generous contribution to the conference, but also provide essential information and resources for our participants. Exhibits, poster sessions, and lunches are planned for 2 days on June 17 & 18, 2026. For our exhibitors, we have arranged the locations of events to maximize contact with the conference attendees. Exhibitors will be in the , where poster sessions, and refreshments will be held. In addition, each conference attendee will participate in a passport system that encourages them to visit vendor booths in order to win prizes. Exhibitors are encouraged to participate with door prizes for the draw. Please contact Valeria Tsviklist and advise her of what you are planning to bring for the door prizes. Please refer to the Floor plan (TBA), contact Valeria Tsviklist and provide her with your first three choices for your booth location. Please refer to the Exhibitors Guidelines for all the details related to the Exhibits & Workshops.
Benefits
1) Logo on Exhibitor Page
2) Booth for 2 days
3) Passport System
4) Complimentary Lunch
5) One complimentary registration to attend the scientific sessions.
Delegate Bag Inserts:
Market your company by providing maximum of 4 page flyer to include in the delegate bags. If interested please access the Exhibitor Registration form and choose “Delegate Bag Advertising Inserts” $750 + GST. You will be advised a month before the conference of the number of flyers you need to provide. Your company will be considered a Bronze Sponsor. It is our sincerest hope that you will consider participating in this event, either as a sponsor or as an exhibitor. We are planning a fantastic meeting and would be delighted to have your partnership towards our goal.
Thank you for your consideration and support of the Canadian research community. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions, comments, or other ideas.
