Tomorrow, we spotlight the breakthroughs moving Canada forward. The Walrus Talks Innovation Nation brings together researchers whose work is already reshaping everyday life.

Universities Canada presents

The Walrus Talks Innovation Nation

Canadian research to real-world solutions

TOMORROW: Wednesday, November 26
4 p.m. PST | 5 p.m. MST | 6 p.m. CST | 7 p.m. EST | 8 p.m. AST | 8:30 p.m. NST

In person in Ottawa and livestreamed event

A new federal government is setting its sights on a stronger, more resilient Canada—and the key to getting there is homegrown innovation.

The Walrus Talks Innovation Nation celebrates the transformative research emerging from Canadian universities that’s already shaping how we live, work, and thrive. From life-saving medical breakthroughs to bold climate solutions and cutting-edge artificial intelligence, university-led research is transforming visionary ideas into tangible solutions that are fueling our economy, improving our well-being, and elevating Canada’s global leadership.

Join us in Ottawa or online for an inspiring evening of rapid-fire talks from award-winning researchers and pioneering experts. In dynamic seven-minute presentations, they’ll share how groundbreaking innovation is creating real-world impact—and how Canadian research is defining tomorrow's possibilities.

FEATURING

Dr. André Blais, Emeritus Professor, Department of Political Science, Université de Montreal

Dr. Kyle Bobiwash, Assistant Professor and Indigenous Scholar, Department of Entomology, University of Manitoba

Dr. Sarah Burch, Executive Director, Waterloo Climate Institute; Professor, Geography and Environmental Management; Canada Research Chair

Dr. Graham Carr, President and Vice-Chancellor, Concordia University

Rahul G. Krishnan, Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, University of Toronto; Canada CIFAR Artificial Intelligence Chair

Dr. Catalina Lopez-Correa, Chief Global Strategy Officer, Genome Canada

Dr. Gina Ogilvie, Professor and Canada Research Chair, Faculty of Medicine; Associate Director, Women’s Health Research Institute, University of British Columbia

The Belonging Forum presents

The Walrus Talks at Home: Aging and Belonging

Reimagining what it means to belong at every age

Tuesday, December 2
4 p.m. PST | 5 p.m. MST | 6 p.m. CST | 7 p.m. EST | 8 p.m. AST | 8:30 p.m. NST

Virtual event

How do we foster belonging across generations? What does it mean to age — and thrive — in a world that often overlooks older adults?

At The Walrus Talks at Home: Aging and Belonging, four speakers will share their unique perspectives on how aging shapes identity, connection, and community. Join us as we explore how to build more inclusive and age-friendly spaces, strengthen intergenerational relationships, and challenge ageism in our workplaces, homes, and public life.

From reimagining housing and accessibility to tackling social isolation and advocating for empathy and inclusion, this conversation invites us to rethink what it means to belong at every stage of life.

Join us online for an evening of ideas and thoughtful dialogue about creating a society where belonging has no age limit.

FEATURING

Dr. Olive Bryanton, Researcher and Advocate for Older People

Dr. Rose Joudi, Senior Advisor, Gender Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, HelpAge Canada

André Picard, Health Columnist, the Globe and Mail

And more

WATCH: The Walrus Talks at Home: Place and Belonging

How do the places where we gather shape how we connect?At The Walrus Talks at Home: Place and Belonging, four expert speakers shared their unique perspectives on how the spaces we design and invest in can strengthen our social fabric.