What is the CALM conference?
Each year, CALM brings together union communications folks – professionals, volunteers, voluntolds, presidents, secretaries – anyone who does communications for their union. At a CALM conference, delegates participate in skills-building workshops and networking opportunities. We hear from our delegates that it’s the best conference of its kind in Canada.
When is this year's conference?
Our Advanced Communicators Day will be held on Thursday, June 4th, 2026. The conference will take place from Friday, June 5th to Saturday, June 6th, 2026 with our Awards Banquet being held on the night of the 6th.
Where is the conference being held?
In 2026, we’ll be heading to Regina, Saskatchewan! All conference events will be held at The Hotel Saskatchewan located at 2125 Victoria Ave, Regina, SK S4P 0S3.
What is the Advanced Day?
For delegates who want a little extra, Advanced Day is an advance conference event where we drill down into one issue for the entire day. There is only one session and space is limited. This year, the Advanced Day will be about AI.
I’m booking travel. When do I need to be there?
If you plan to attend the Advanced Day, you will need to be in Regina for the morning of June 4. That likely means you will have to fly in on June 3. If you are not attending the Advanced Day, you do not need to be present until the morning of June 5. You should expect to leave on Sunday, June 7, at any time.
Is the CALM conference livestreamed?
No. But, all slide decks will be made available on calm.ca after the conference is over for all CALM members. However, the AGM will be live-streamed so that all CALM members can participate. Watch your emails for details about how to register for that.
Talk to me about food.
During the conference, most meals are provided. That is: breakfast and lunch on Friday, June 6 and breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday, June 7. If you are attending the Advanced Day, we provide breakfast and lunch on June 4.
Is this conference worth attending?
Yes.
Will I be able to get a list of other conference attendees so that I can stay in touch?
Yes, this year we will be working hard to make sure that you have everything you need to maintain the connections that you make at the main conference.
How do I register?
We will share a registration page once it is ready.
I can’t make the conference any more, but I’ve registered and you've cashed my cheque. What are my options?
Ideally, you can pass your convention pass to someone else. If you do this, please let us know if that person has any accommodation or dietary needs that are different from your own. You can switch delegates right until the last minute. If you need to cancel, we will offer a full refund up until May 21st, 2026. After that, because we have committed to hotel costs, we cannot provide a full refund.
Is there a hotel room block?
Yes. View the group discount link and latest details on our Hotel Information page.
What should I bring?
Please be sure to bring swag and newsletters/magazines. Our swag exchange is a highlight of all of CALM’s conferences. If you would like to ship your swag in advance so you don’t need to carry it, please be in touch with either Nora (editor@calm.ca) or Teuila (teuila@calm.ca) to make arrangements.
I can’t afford this and that sucks.
Yes, that does suck. CALM has been increasing the number of miniconferences we offer to broaden out the participation in our events. Because it’s expensive to attend national events, we organize one-day miniconferences anywhere that we can ensure 20 people or more would attend.
If you want to help us bring a miniconference to your town, all you need to do is contact CALM staff and ask. If you have access to two rooms, your union will get free access to the miniconference for hosting.
Each year I sit through the Awards Banquet being mad that I didn’t submit anything. How can I avoid self-loathing?
Participate in this year’s awards! Submissions will run from March 2, 2026 to April 3, 2026. You’re welcome to enter in as many categories as you’d like for work produced throughout 2025. Check our Awards page often for the latest updates.