We are excited to invite you to the 2025 Canadian Conference for Global Health (CCGH2025), taking place from October 24-28, 2025, at the Halifax Convention Centre and online. As the largest gathering of global health researchers, practitioners, policymakers, community organizations, and students in Canada, CCGH2025 provides a unique platform for knowledge exchange, networking, and advancing global health solutions.
The conference program will be built on the following sub-themes:
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Navigating Global Health Governance, Financing, Collaboration and Trust.
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Youth, Gender, and Inclusive Leadership in Global Health.
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Global Health Security: Threats, Climate, Outbreaks and Preparedness.
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Harnessing Innovation, Technology and Artificial Intelligence for Global Health.
All abstracts can be submitted here:
https://events.decorporate.ca/CCGH2025/abstract/login.php.
- Please note that the Call for Abstracts is open until April 11, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST.
Volunteer Structure
A new conference volunteer structure has been established based on last year’s feedback. This targeted format will allow for volunteers to focus their time and expertise of areas that are of most interest. Before submitting, carefully review the CCGH Volunteer Policy to ensure you can meet the required obligations. A comprehensive list of teams can be found here.
Volunteers will be expected to:
- Dedicate at least 2-3 hours per week leading up to the conference (some roles may require more commitment).
- Actively participate in scheduled team meetings and discussions.
- Contribute to tasks that align with your selected team’s responsibilities.
- Support an inclusive and collaborative conference environment.
Benefits of Volunteering
- Expand your global health network.
- Gain professional development and leadership experience.
- Receive formal recognition for your contributions.
- Eligible volunteers may receive discounted or complimentary registration.
Please note that each team will nominate a lead or co-leads who will sit on the overarching steering committee that will meet regularly. This year, we are pleased to welcome Shawna O'Hearn and Margaret Mutumba as co-chairs for #CCGH2025.
Submit volunteer interest
Indicate your interest by completing this form for 31 March 2025: https://forms.gle/xVA1ncN21kjoXzFg6
We look forward to welcoming you to Halifax for an impactful gathering of the global health community!