As with previous years, the TNSBC 2026 organizers wish to include new and emerging work of STEM librarians and library workers as part of the program. We invite proposals from our STEM colleagues to share any innovative work that they are conducting on any aspect of STEM librarianship.

There are 3 options for proposals, presentations (20 minutes), lightning talks (5 minutes), and interactive workshops (60 minutes). More information about proposal options is available here.

There is no requirement that proposals adhere to the conference theme. Any interesting proposal about innovative work in STEM librarianship is invited for consideration! 

To submit a proposal, please complete the online submission form no later than Sunday April 5 at midnight ET.

For more information for presenters, including how proposals will be assessed, please review the Call for Proposals page

The True North Science Boot Camp (TNSBC) is an annual professional development event for library workers who support teaching and research in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).

The theme of TNSBC 2026 is Interdisciplinary Teaching and Research in STEM. TNSBC 2026 will include two days of researcher presentations, talks from library workers, and diverse offerings of local site visits, with the aim of fostering interdisciplinary community building and inspiring new approaches to scientific inquiry. Attendees will have opportunities to learn more about science and the research process, discuss best practices, and share ideas and experiences.  

Participants in True North Science Boot Camp 2026 may also be interested in participating in the Teaching & Learning Mini Conference, being hosted Wednesday, June 17, 2026 by McMaster University Libraries. Stay tuned for more information.