We encourage students to attend meetings that feature UG Physics, such as the Canadian Conference for UG Women in Physics and the Canadian UG Physics Conference. The Department, with support from the Samuel Beatty Fund, is able to provide some financial support for students planning to go.

Please fill out the following request form: Request for Conference Funding Support.

Q-Site Conference

Quantum information science and technology (QIST) is a rising multidisciplinary field with promises to revolutionize many fields including cryptography and communications, simulation and material discovery, sensing and new materials, and computing. This is currently challenging engineers, physicists, computer scientists, mathematicians, economists, and policymakers worldwide to push forward, collaborate, and make breakthrough discoveries and new policies. This has prompted many institutions to start offering QIST related courses and programs at the undergraduate levels.

Q-SITE engages undergraduate students in QIST by inviting researchers and educators from academia and industry to give talks, panels, and tutorials on cutting edge research topics and industry-leading applications. The Q-SITE program is specifically designed to jump start attendees’ quantum curiosity and careers – from the ground up.

Women in Science and Engineering National Conference

The WISE National Conference is an annual two-day, Canada-wide event aimed at inspiring and empowering women in STEM through professional development, workshops, and networking with industry leaders. Organized by the University of Toronto WISE group, it brings together students, academics, and professionals to foster innovation in science, technology, engineering, and entrepreneurship.

Visit https://conference.wise.skule.ca/ for more information.

INSPIRE - Interdisciplinary Science Program in Research and Entrepreneurship

The INSPIRE Scholar's Program runs June 15-26, 2026 at the University of Toronto Mississauga campus. This program is open to all Science students, particularly Physics and Chemistry undergrads, with a desire to learn more about the Quantitative Life Sciences.

In this intensive, two-week-long program, you’ll get to work with scientists and industry professionals in a variety of quantitative life science fields, across scales from single proteins to microbial systems. You’ll also receive a crash course in research translation and innovation, participating in workshops within SpinUp, U of T’s first Life Sciences incubator. What’s more, all of this is available to successful applicants FREE OF CHARGE!

To learn more about INSPIRE, visit their website at uoft.me/UTM-INSPIRE to find out how to apply, see program requirements, and read about what students did in past years. If you’re ready to apply, do so at tinyurl.com/INSPIREAPP2026. INSPIRE is geared to third- and fourth-year undergraduates who wish to pursue graduate school in Physics, Chemistry, or Cell and Systems Biology, but strong applicants in their second year will be considered.

Applications are OPEN NOW and close MARCH 30! utm.inspire.info@gmail.com

Frontiers of Innovation Conference

The University of Toronto Institute for Management & Innovation (IMI) in collaboration with the Centre for Quantum Information and Quantum Control (CQIQC) is pleased to invite you to the 2026 IMI Frontiers of Innovation Conference.

The 2026 Conference is the fourth in a series of annual conferences, with this year’s conference focuses on the potential implications of quantum computing. Featuring guest speakers, panelists, and a student poster competition, join us for a clear & candid look at a technology poised to influence how organizations compete and how people will live & work.

Register & learn more @ uoft.me/frontiers-innovation

Canadian Undergraduate Physics Conference (CUPC)

The Canadian Undergraduate Physics Conference (CUPC) is an annual event organized by and for Canadian undergraduate students in collaboration with the Canadian Association of Physicists (CAP). It is hosted by a different university each year, usually held over an extended weekend in October (4 days). Physics students from across Canada meet at CUPC to present oral or poster contributions on various topics related to physics, to attend specially invited lectures, tour local research facilities, meet with representatives from participating institutions that offer graduate degrees in physics, and meet with a representative of the CAP Executive to learn more about the association and its support of physics in Canada.

Visit https://cupc.cap.ca/ for detailed information.

Canadian Conference for Undergraduate Women in Physics (CCUW*iP)

The annual Canadian Conference for Undergraduate Women & Gender Minorities in Physics (CCUW*iP) is a national conference gathering physics students and professionals from across the country. Delegates will be participating in plenary lectures, workshops, panels, networking activities, student poster presentations, and more.

This professional conference aims to create an environment where delegates can build networks, present research, and explore career paths, while also promoting diversity and discussing minorities in physics, mental health, and LGBTQ+ issues.

For more information, please visit the CCUWiP website or https://cap.ca/.

Physics Undergraduate Conference at Western (PhUnC)

PhUnC is an annual undergraduate physics and astronomy conference organized by the Physics and Astronomy Students’ Association (PASA) of Western University. The conference features research presentations, a keynote talk, panels, and a job/industry fair. It is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate students to present their work on a summer research project, honours thesis, or any physics topic of interest, including interdisciplinary physics research. Attendance is free, and full registration details can be found at the link below.

Visit https://sites.google.com/view/phunc-2026 to learn more.

Canadian Undergraduate Medical Physics Conference (CUMPC)

The Canadian Undergraduate medical physics conference (CUMPC) is a virtual conference for students pursuing medical physics related research projects and for students that are interested in learning more about this field. This free conference will focus on highlighting medical physics undergraduate research across Canada and is an excellent opportunity for students to present their research. Students will also be able to meet and interact with graduate students and leading experts in the field. It is not a requirement to be a presenter to participate in this conference, as students who would like to learn more about the field are encouraged to participate.

Visit https://www.cumpc.ca/ to learn more.

Women+ in Physics Canada Conference (WIPC+)

WIPC+ is a national conference that brings together women, gender-diverse people, and their allies in physics and related fields from across Canada. The event offers a supportive space for undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and early-career researchers to share their work, build networks, and engage in discussions on equity, inclusion, and the future of physics in Canada.

This professional conference aims to create a space where participants can build networks, explore career paths, and present research, while also promoting gender equity and providing opportunity for conversations about women in physics, mental health, and LGTBQ+ issues. Among other things, this conference will showcase:

• Scientific presentations from internationally renowned researchers in physics.
• Workshops on mental health in academia, building inclusive teams, and leadership.
• Seminars on the current situation for women and underrepresented groups in physics, and strategies to improve it.
• Discussion panels on career choices and diversity.
• Networking activities.
• Student talks and presentations.

Physics is for Everyone!

Please see the WIPC+ website for key dates and timelines here: https://cap.ca/congress-conference/women-in-physics-conference/.

WISE Annual National Research Conference (ANRC)

This conference celebrates and amplifies women and equity-deserving voices across STEM, creating a national platform to showcase innovative research, bold ideas, and real-world impact. Join us for inspiring panels and hands-on workshops led by leading women in the field. Connect with professionals, explore diverse career paths, build new skills, and be part of empowering conversations shaping the future of STEM.

Organized by the Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) initiative at McMaster, this conference especially aims to celebrate the work of women, BIPOC, and equity-deserving students and faculty in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health sciences (STEMHS). The conference provides a platform for students, postdocs, and faculty to showcase their work and network in an inspiring environment. All are welcome and we strongly encourage allyship! Together, we'll shape the future of STEM and pave the way for a more inclusive future!

Visit https://www.mcmasterwise.com/ to learn more.