2026
CRKN Virtual Conference: Creative Collaborations, Collective Momentum
Virtual
May 12 - 14, 2026
The 2026 CRKN Virtual Conference runs from Tuesday, May 12 to Thursday, May 14!
Join us May 12–14 for CRKN’s virtual conference, Creative Collaborations, Collective Momentum! Experience engaging thematic sessions featuring CRKN members and stakeholders. The conference will showcase innovative partnerships and the power of collective efforts in shaping the future of scholarly communication.
FAQ
Accessing the Sessions
An email with the Zoom link to join the sessions will be sent to those who registered.
Wordly Interpretation
We will be offering simultaneous interpretation during the conference through Wordly, an AI-powered platform that provides real-time translation and live captions.
How to access Wordly:
About the technology:
Wordly uses AI to deliver live translation and captioning. While this is an automated service that we are piloting, it is important to note that it is not generative AI. The platform does not store, learn from, or reuse content from conference sessions or speakers.
Technical Support
If you encounter any technical issues during the conference, please contact tariapor@crkn.ca. If you are experiencing difficulties while you are connected to the session, you can also look for the (Tech Support) tag next to a participant’s name in the Zoom chat and send them a direct message for assistance.
Preliminary Schedule
May 7
Intro to CRKN
1:00–2:30 pm ET
May 12
Welcome and Keynote Session
11:30 am–12:30 pm ET
Thematic Sessions
12:45–4:30 pm ET
May 13
Thematic Sessions
11:30 am–4:30 pm ET
May 14
Thematic Sessions
11:30 am–4:00 pm ET
Closing Remarks
4:00–4:15 pm ET
Full conference program is now available
Registration is now open!
Join us for a program filled with fascinating sessions from the research community.