Schedule

Speaker: Dr. Luis Daniel Virla Alvarado Overview: This presentation introduces concepts of rewilding science and engineering, showing how ancestral knowledge, Indigenous perspectives, and Rights of Nature principles transform research and innovation for the more‑than‑human world. Audiences experience a reflective, cross‑cultural exploration that challenges assumptions, deepens ecological awareness, and invites collaborative, transdisciplinary thinking for equitable and sustainable health, sciences, and innovation. Learning Objectives: 1.Understand the concept of the more-than-human world and its implications for rethinking Western science and engineering beyond anthropocentric frameworks2. Recognize the role and value of ancestral and Indigenous knowledge systems in addressing sustainability and resilience challenges3. Describe how transdisciplinary approaches enable co‑design, knowledge co‑production, and solutions for complex socio‑ecological problems4. Reflect on re-wilding principles to envision western science and engineering practices that respect Rights of Nature and support equitable, community‑driven innovation. TED Talk Speaker - Clara Vicera, University of Alberta The Power of Context: Bridging Care and Breaking Silos So Mothers and Babies Thrive Together

Speakers: Dr. Francois Bernier and Dr. Susan Samuel Overview: OCEC and ENRICH leadership educate attendees about the power of partnership for transformational change in child health and wellness.

Speaker: Dr. Jessalyn Holodinsky Overview: This interactive workshop introduces generative AI in the research context, covering what it is, how to use it, and when to question it. Participants will explore ethical considerations, institutional policies, and practical applications while engaging hands-on with AI tools using their own research materials. Learning Objectives: 1. Describe what generative AI is and identify its core capabilities and limitations in a research context.2. Evaluate the ethical considerations of using AI in research3. Apply AI tools to practical research tasks, such as generating lay summaries, while critically appraising outputs for errors and quality.4. Reflect on how AI use influences critical thinking and original thought in the research process. Attendees are asked to bring a laptop or device to this workshop to participate in exercises requiring AI.

• Learner Track

Speaker: Dr. Kathryn Birnie & Medea Myers-Stewart Title: Unlocking Research Impact in Child Health and Wellness: A Practical Workshop Using the OCEC Integrated Value, Impact, and Knowledge Mobilization Planning Tool Overview: This interactive workshop introduces the One Child Every Child Integrated Value, Impact, and Knowledge Mobilization (VIKM) Planning Tool. Participants will work hands‑on with core sections of the tool—impact pathways, audiences, messages, context, knowledge mobilization activities, partnerships, and implementation—to begin mapping how their own health research can create actionable change. Learning Objectives: 1. Apply core components of the Integrated VIKM Planning Tool—including impact pathways, audiences, messages, knowledge mobilization activities, and partnerships—to their own research.2. Identify key audiences and articulate clear, targeted messages that support intended research outcomes and equitable impact.3. Plan value, knowledge mobilization, and impact strategies that align with contextual factors (e.g., social, political, organizational) and are tailored to the needs of youth, families, and other partners.4. Integrate ethical, inclusive engagement principles to strengthen partnerships with youth, families, and communities throughout the research and implementation process.

• Learner Track

Speaker: Dr. Karen Leslie Overview: This session will frame mentorship and career development within the concept of wellbeing. We will explore ‘meaningful work’ in child health research, and mentorship as a partnership that provides mutual benefits to mentors and mentees and promotes wellbeing, opportunity, and values-aligned academic careers. Learning Objectives: 1. Identify concepts of ‘meaningful’ work2. Describe how mentoring can promote well-being3. Discuss how mentors and mentees can act in alignment with their values

• Mentor Track

Panelists: Dr. Christina Hirota, Dr. Adam Kirton, and Dr. Dion Kelly Overview: This career-focused roundtable brings together leaders in perinatal and child health to explore diverse career pathways across academia, industry, and research administration. Panelists will share their training journeys, sector-specific insights, transferable skill sets, and lessons learned, followed by a Q&A period. The session will offer practical guidance for trainees and early career researchers navigating career decisions. Learning Objectives: 1. Gain an understanding of the different career trajectories across child health research 2. Learn about the specificities in each sector, across research admin, industry, academia- How to build important networks and relationships- How to plan your path ahead- How to identify, build, and market important skill sets that trainees may not receive in school 3. Learn from the panelists' experiences - Things they could have done differently- Recommendations for trainees who go to research admin, industry, academia

Speaker: Ai’ssoo/Gerald Ratt & Ootaikimmiakii/Noella Wells Overview: This session is designed to build awareness of Indigenous people’s worldviews and learn how to describe knowledge (oral) systems in Indigenous societies (i.e., protocols, values, ethical space, language, relationships) and their interrelatedness between human beings and the natural world. Learning Objectives: 1. To describe and understand oral knowledge systems. 2. To introduce and develop an understanding of how Indigenous societies develop knowledge systems.3. To describe an interrelatedness and interconnectedness between knowledge systems, human beings, the natural world, and the universe.4. To build awareness of Indigenous people’s worldviews and their ways of knowing knowledge (i.e., protocol, values, customs, land, language, relationships and ceremony).

Overview: Tables will be set up with discussion topics based on learner input. Mentors or Patient/Parent partners will anchor the conversation at each table, and learners will rotate between tables every 15-20 minutes. Learning Objectives: 1. To initiate connections between ENRICH mentors and learners2. To provide an opportunity for learners to ask mentors questions3. To provide an opportunity for open discussion around topics of learner interest Examples of topics covered in the past include: 1. Job Negotiations2. Navigating research administration 3. Managing teams4. Working with patient partners5. Science communication with general audiences6. Commercialization and technology transfer7. What’s next: Leadership positions8. Innovation and creativity in science9. Cross-disciplinary networking10. Navigating early career challenges

Overview: Displaying their research and creativity with traditional and non-traditional posters, learners will present their findings and engage with attendees — sharing insights that are shaping the future of child health. Refreshments will be provided. Learning Objectives: 1. Gain experience presenting research in clear, creative, and engaging ways2. Develop your ability to communicate your research to a general audience3. Learn about the research interests of peers4. Engage with mentors and learners to foster collaboration and connection

Overview: Want to chat about working with your ENRICH or cross-sectoral mentor, or ideas on using ENRICH mentorship opportunities? Do you have ideas to share about how the mentorship program can support you? This drop-in session with Mentorship Chair, Gina Dimitropoulos and Mentorship Coordinator, Daniella San Martin-Feeney, is your opportunity to have these conversations in an informal setting. Learning Objectives: 1. Share your perspectives on ENRICH mentorship opportunities2. Discuss ideas or feedback on using ENRICH mentorship opportunities to support your goals3. Learn more about the ENRICH mentorship program

Speaker: Dr. Christine Chambers Overview: This keynote will focus on leadership as a bridge for transdisciplinary research in perinatal and child health. Drawing on experiences as a clinical psychologist working across medical systems, founding and scaling a national research and knowledge mobilization network, and serving in national research leadership, the talk will examine how silos are created and how they can be intentionally dismantled. Emphasis will be placed on purpose-driven leadership, inclusive collaboration, and redefining research success around real-world impact for children and families. Learning Objectives: 1. Identify key disciplinary and structural silos that limit impact in perinatal and child health research.2. Describe leadership approaches that support meaningful transdisciplinary and community-engaged research.3. Reframe research success to prioritize equity, systems change, and outcomes that matter to children and families TED Talk Speaker - Brandon Benchimol-Elkaim, McGill University From Fear to Immersion: Using Virtual Reality to Reduce Anxiety and Improve Mental Health in Pediatric Care