Conference Information
In partnership with University of Alberta
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Healthy Dancer Canada Conference 2026
Safer Practices, Stronger Dancers: Fostering Holistic Wellness
Edmonton, AB
November 14 & 15, 2026
As we gather for another hybrid conference we invite you to reflect and discuss ways to nurture holistic dancer wellness in our community. Grounded in the Healthy Dancer Canada core values of wellness, safety, and care, this year’s theme challenges us to engage and promote approaches, activities, and processes that protect and encourage the ongoing holistic health and wellness of individuals and groups from various backgrounds and disciplines. We aim to support physical and psychosocial environments where dancers can feel safe and able to joyfully thrive in their artistry.
We invite you to explore the journey of holistic wellness in dance through research and practice. How can we foster a culture that helps dancers become stronger by listening to their needs and developing safer practices centered on holistic health? How can we implement sustainable changes toward dancer health and wellness?
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
What to expect
LOCATION
REGISTRATION
Registration coming soon...
ACCESS STATEMENT AND ACCESSIBILITY
Healthy Dancer Canada is working to increase accessibility in all of our programs and services. We strive to center access in our in-person and virtual events and materials. We recognize that access needs are specific to the interaction between particular locations and unique bodyminds. Understanding that accessibility is an evolving process, we are committed to learning and welcome feedback on how we can improve.
ABOUT
Healthy Dancer Canada Conference 2026
Safer Practices, Stronger Dancers: Fostering Holistic Wellness
Edmonton, AB
November 14 & 15, 2026
As we gather for another hybrid conference we invite you to reflect and discuss ways to nurture holistic dancer wellness in our community. Grounded in the Healthy Dancer Canada core values of wellness, safety, and care, this year’s theme challenges us to engage and promote approaches, activities, and processes that protect and encourage the ongoing holistic health and wellness of individuals and groups from various backgrounds and disciplines. We aim to support physical and psychosocial environments where dancers can feel safe and able to joyfully thrive in their artistry.
We invite you to explore the journey of holistic wellness in dance through research and practice. How can we foster a culture that helps dancers become stronger by listening to their needs and developing safer practices centered on holistic health? How can we implement sustainable changes toward dancer health and wellness?
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
What to expect
- Hybrid Format: Join us in-person at University of Alberta (Edmonton) or attend virtually from anywhere in the world. Livestream and recorded for later viewing.
- Lectures, Workshops, Panels, and Performances: Engage with experts from the field as they share their research, insights, practical tools, and movement.
LOCATION
- In-person: University of Alberta, 116 85 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, T6G 2R3.
- Virtually online: Zoom (details will be sent to registered online attendees). The conference will be livestream and recorded.
REGISTRATION
Registration coming soon...
ACCESS STATEMENT AND ACCESSIBILITY
Healthy Dancer Canada is working to increase accessibility in all of our programs and services. We strive to center access in our in-person and virtual events and materials. We recognize that access needs are specific to the interaction between particular locations and unique bodyminds. Understanding that accessibility is an evolving process, we are committed to learning and welcome feedback on how we can improve.
- Accessibility features coming soon...
Here's what attendees have to say about our conferences:
"I came from Italy, and it was really worth it. I had the chance to share my latest choreographic project with professionals from all around the world, and I also had the pleasure of listening to some fascinating research and seeing dance projects there! The location was wonderful, and I really appreciated all the effort and organization that went into both the in-person and hybrid aspects of the conference... It was an amazing experience!" SIMONA
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"I have a greater understanding of the issues involved in maintaining dancer wellness, particularly in young dancers. I enjoyed seeing young dancers, experienced dancers, teachers, and healthcare professionals come together to network and discuss how to make dance better for everyone..." MARIEL
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"Attending the Healthy Dancer Canada 2017 Conference was an absolutely amazing opportunity, filled with great conversation, networking opportunities, and professional development that I am immensely grateful for. The social time allowed me to connect with local health practitioners with a background in dance, while the lecture-style presentations and studio based time allowed for a comprehensive weekend full of learnings that I look forward to sharing with my colleagues..." VANESSA
Supporting the Dance Community
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HDC conferences and events provide financial support to the dance community in the following ways:
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HDC Conference 2018, Toronto
Murphy Dance. Dancers Amber Downie-Back and Tamar Tabori Photograph by Luca Papini Photography |
Sponsorship
Are you or your business committed to dancers' health and well-being? Find out more about the valuable sponsorship opportunities at our conferences and events here:
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HDC at IADMS Conference 2019, Montreal
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HDC Conference 2017, Calgary
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