2026 EDAC-ATAC Conference
Harbouring Collaboration: Advancing Treatment from Coast-to-Coast
April 27-28, 2026

The 2026 Eating Disorders Association of Canada National Conference is Canada’s premier gathering of eating disorder clinicians, researchers, and leaders. This event is expected to attract 300 professionals from across Canada and internationally, offering unparalleled opportunities for learning, networking, and visibility.

This year’s conference will feature a dynamic program, address cutting-edge topics in eating disorder prevention, treatment, and policy, with targeted tracks on adult and youth treatment, rural care delivery, and evidence-based innovations. Internationally recognized speakers will be joined by early career researchers, front-line clinicians, community organizations, and decision-makers committed to advancing care for individuals affected by eating disorders. Your support will help us deliver a high-impact event that empowers professionals, strengthens collaboration, and drives innovation across Canada and beyond.

We welcome abstracts on eating disorders, encompassing research, clinical practice, and lived experience perspectives.  Proposals that center on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) themes will be prioritized during evaluation.

Join us in shaping the future of eating disorder care.

THEME: Harbouring Collaboration: Advancing Treatment from Coast-to-Coast
WHEN: April 27-28th, 2026
WHERE: Halifax Marriott Harbourfront, 1919 Upper Water Street, Halifax, N.S.

DEADLINES:
Call for Abstracts opens: September 4, 2025
Abstract Submission Deadline: October 30th, 2025
Results Notification: November 17th, 2025

GENERAL INFORMATION
Please read the instructions below carefully to submit your EDAC-ATAC 2026 abstract. Please note: Abstract texts are limited to 150 words (including spaces), titles are limited to 15 words (including spaces).

PLEASE NOTE
• Successful submission of your abstract(s) does not indicate acceptance for presentation.
• Notifications regarding presentation acceptance will be distributed no later than November 17th, 2025, at which time, presenters will be required to confirm their in-person attendance and responsibility for their own conference registration fees.

All accepted presenters will be required to:
• Register and attend the EDAC 2026 conference in-person
• complete a disclosure form

PRESENTATION TYPES:

PAPER
Paper sessions are allotted 15 minutes (10 minutes for presentation and 5 minutes for questions and answers). All papers that are not accepted as oral presentations will be considered for a poster presentation.

POSTER
Poster sessions allow presenters to present their work visually on a poster board. If accepted, authors are expected to present their findings during their assigned Poster Session. Poster presenters are responsible for printing, transporting/shipping, and the set-up of their poster board onsite.

WORKSHOP
Workshops are longer sessions that are primarily interactive rather than didactic and offer practical experience to help participants increase their understanding and skill in a particular area. Abstracts must include an outline of the lesson plan for the workshop session, describe active-learner teaching techniques to be used in the session, and indicate how much time will be devoted to each portion of the lesson plan. Time devoted to didactic lectures cannot take up more than 60 minutes of the total workshop session (90 minutes).

DEADLINES:
Call for Abstracts opens: September 4, 2025
Abstract Submission Deadline: October 30th, 2025
Results Notification: November 17th, 2025

For further information please contact Sherry Sim, Event Manager at sherry@innovative4you.com
or by phone at 1-866-655-8548.

About You

Please provide presenter names as you would like them to appear in the conference program:
Presenter Name(s):
Title/Occupation:
Organization:
Phone:
Email:
Is there an alternate contact person (example: an assistant)?
Name:
Email:
Phone:
Preferred Presentation

Please note: Based on the number of presentations we receive, we may have to combine presentations. If your abstract is not accepted, you may have an opportunity to present a poster presentation.
Your preferred presentation duration is:
Your Submission

The presenter may submit multiple abstracts for the conference. One submission for each presentation.

NOTE: All presenters are required to present in-person at the conference in Halifax at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront and are responsible for their own travel expenses and conference registration fee.

SUBMISSION EVALUATION CRITERIA
• Relevance to the conference theme
• Clarity and coherence of the submission
• Contribution of knowledge, expertise, or best practices
• Relevance and utility to participants
• Evidence that submission will encourage interaction among conference participants
• Key points of presentation and evidence of participant take-away

ACCEPTANCE AS A PRESENTER

To confirm participation, presenters are asked to:

  • Register and attend the conference.
  • Provide a high-quality headshot for use in conference promotions.
  • Share their session on LinkedIn to help promote the conference. Your support in spreading the word will help us reach more voices and build greater impact.
  • Submit an electronic version of their presentation to the event manager by April 23rd.
  • All presentations will be available on the conference app for 60 days after the event. Presenters will also be provided with a designated presentation time by the conference committee.

QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR ABSTRACT SUBMISSION?
If you have questions regarding the abstract submission process, please contact:Sherry Sim, Event Manager at s.sim@mhic-cism.com | 1-866-655-8548
Title of your Presentation: (no more than 10 words) (Required)

Description of your paper/workshop session/poster: (150 words or less) Required

Please provide 1-3 learning outcomes for your concurrent session

Key points of your presentation or a presentation outline

Your Audio Visual Requirements and Room Set Up Request

Presenter 1 Name, Pronouns and Biography (50-60 words or less)
Presenter 1 Email:

Presenter 2 Name, Pronouns and Biography (50-60 words or less)
Presenter #2 Email:

Presenter 3 Name, Pronouns and Biography (50-60 words or less)
Presenter 3 Email:

Presenter 4 Name, Pronouns and Biography (40-50 words or less)
Presenter 4 Email:

Thank you for your abstract submission.
The confirmation page will pop up on your screen to confirm that we have received your abstract.
Any questions, contact Sherry Sim, Event Manager at s.sim@mhic-cism.com | 1-866-655-8548