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Canadian Congress on Leisure Research 2026

The Congress will be hosted at the Vancouver Island Conference Centre located downtown Nanaimo, in the heart of the unceded ancestral territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation. As the 2026 hosts, the World Leisure Centre of Excellence and Department of Recreation & Tourism Management at Vancouver Island University look forward to welcoming you to Nanaimo, BC for the next CCLR. 


Save the Date: May 19 - 22, 2026

Leisure is Transformation: Are you REDI?

  

The 2026 Canadian Congress on Leisure Research embraces the transformative power of leisure under the compelling theme Leisure is Transformation: Are you REDI? Situated on the ancestral unceded territory of the Snuneymuxw First Nation in the picturesque city of Nanaimo, British Columbia, this congress will delve into the profound impact that leisure can have on addressing critical societal issues. 


Building on the legacies of previous congresses, this event will challenge scholars to explore how leisure research can contribute to Reconciliation, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (REDI). As we navigate the complexities of a rapidly changing post-secondary landscape, unstable geo politics, increasing social inequities, climate change, public health crises, and ecological disasters, this congress serves as a vital platform for highlighting innovative approaches and solutions that harness the transformative power of leisure. The Congress also provides an essential gathering space for academic and pracademics looking to develop scholarly networks and collaborations.


Hosted by World Leisure Centre of Excellence at Vancouver Island University, the Congress invites participants to engage with a diverse network of scholars and practitioners from around the globe. This event promises to foster meaningful dialogues and partnerships that harness the power of leisure to drive positive change. With its rich cultural backdrop and stunning natural landscapes, Nanaimo offers an inspiring setting for attendees to connect, learn, and envision a more just and equitable future. 


Join us in exploring how leisure can be a catalyst for transformation and a key player in solving the world's most pressing challenges.

Other Research Topics

In the spirit of diversity and inclusion - we welcome submissions for presentation on all aspects of leisure. 


We encourage anyone doing research related to one of the seven dimension of leisure, to consider submitting a session proposal or abstract once the calls are open.


Seven Dimensions of Leisure:

  • Recreation
  • Travel & Tourism
  • Parks & Trails
  • Arts & Culture
  • Sports
  • Festivals & Events
  • Play

Key Dates & Information

Looking to Share Knowledge in a New Way?

Looking to Share Knowledge in a New Way?

Looking to Share Knowledge in a New Way?

This has been combined with the call for presentation proposals.  


We want to create an opportunity for alternative formats and session structures. Workshops, slam presentations, co-creation, documentary review, half-baked ideas...let us know how you want to share or co-create knowledge at CCLR 2026

Call for Presentations

Looking to Share Knowledge in a New Way?

Looking to Share Knowledge in a New Way?

Presentation abstract submission will open from 

June 30 to September 30, 2025. 


Down load the instruction sheet at the bottom of this page and then click the link below to submit your proposal on Pheedloop - our all in one conference platform and app.


Submit Your Abstract

Congress Registration

Looking to Share Knowledge in a New Way?

Congress Registration

Registration will open on 

November 15, 2025.


Early bird: Closes February 28



All registration information will be posted here and on the CALS website. 

Submission Guidelines

Download the submission guidelines for presentation proposals and other conference information. 

CCLR 2026 Call for Proposals (docx)Download
CCLR 2026 Appel à propositions de présentations (pdf)Download
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