Building Research Capacity at NAPCRG 2026

Below you will find all of the Building Research Capacity program planned activities during the NAPCRG conference in Toronto. Check back for updates!

 

BRC is a joint initiative between ADFM and NAPCRG in cooperation with STFM and AFMRD.


BRC Fellowship Alumni Meet-Up

NAPCRG is hosting their Reception Hub again this year — a vibrant, inclusive space where community, celebration, and collaboration come together! This new combined event brings the energy and spirit of several gatherings into one dynamic evening. Join us as we unite the: Global Perspectives Reception, Trainee Reception, Building Research Capacity (BRC) Fellowship Alumni Reception, Grant Generating Project (GGP) Fellowship Alumni Reception, and Survey School Fellowship Alumni Reception. Enjoy light refreshments, casual conversation, and opportunities to celebrate achievements, share experiences, and forge meaningful relationships across programs and continents.

Saturday, November 21 | 5:30-6:30pm
Marine, ML

BRC Workshops, Poster Sessions, and Breakfast Tables

Date Time Title Location Session Code
Friday, November 20 10am-12pm BRC SPARC (Strategic Plans to Advance Research) Presentations Harbour A  
Friday, November 20 1:00pm-5:00pm BRC Preconference: From Research Team Member to Project Leader: A Roadmap for Emerging Leaders and Their Mentors Pier 5 - CL PR04 
Saturday, November 21 6:45am-7:45am Breakfast Table - Building Research Capacity Fellowship (BRC): Building Sustainable Research Capacity in Your Department or Residency Metropolitan Ballroom, CL  SIG001
Saturday, November 21 6:45am-7:45am Breakfast Table - Building Research Capacity (BRC) Assessment and Evaluation Committee  Metropolitan Ballroom, CL  SIG002
Saturday, November 21 6:45am-7:45am Breakfast Table - Building Research Capacity (BRC) Initiative Curriculum Workgroup Metropolitan Ballroom, CL  SIG003
Saturday, November 21 6:45am-7:45am Breakfast Table - Building Research Capacity (BRC) Consultations Metropolitan Ballroom, CL  SIG004
Saturday, November 21 9:45am-10:45am Poster - Chair-Reported Research Capacity & Priorities in Family Medicine: Community-Based vs Medical School-Based Residency Programs Metropolitan Ballroom (East) P269
Monday, November 23 4:15pm- 5:30pm

Poster - Financial and Innovation Factors Associated with High Research Capacity from the 2024 CERA Department Chair Survey

Metropolitan Ballroom (East) P656

 

25-26 BRC Fellowship Strategic Plan Presentations

Since 2018, the Building Research Capacity (BRC) Fellowship has been equipping individuals with the knowledge, leadership skills, mentorship, and peer support to develop and implement a strategic plan for building research capacity within their own programs, departments, or institutions. Throughout the year of the fellowship, the fellows each analyze their departments to find areas for improvement, then develop strategies for addressing their needs.

During this session, each of the graduating fellows of the 2025-2026 BRC Fellowship cohort will present their strategic plans for research capacity development. 

Friday, November 20, 10am-12pm
Harbour A