WestCAST 2027: Share, Connect, Learn, Present
February 17-19, 2027 - Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Annual conference for Teacher Candidates from across Western Canada.
Share classroom strategies, practicum experiences, research projects, inquiry work, emerging ideas about teaching and learning, connect with future educators and develop your professional voice.

Interested in Presenting?
No previous conference or presentation experience required.
Many successful presentations begin with a simple idea from coursework, practicum experiences, research, or areas of education that inspire you. We encourage Teacher Candidates to apply and share their learning with peers from across Western Canada.

WestCAST 2027 Theme—"A Century of Connection: Preparing Future Educators for an Evolving World"
Explore current issues in education, exchange ideas with Teacher Candidates from other universities, engage in professional learning and networking opportunities.

Presenters are also encouraged to consider four guiding questions, with more information found on their website: WestCAST 2027

WestCAST Information Session
We will be hosting an information session for Teacher Candidates who may be interested in attending and potentially presenting at WestCAST 2027.
It includes all about what WestCAST is all about, presentation and proposal ideas, networking opportunities, travel and accommodation information, conference logistics, answers to your questions.

➤ Should you be interested in attending this Information Session, please fill out this form: Faculty of Education's Information Session Sign-up for WestCAST 2027 – Fill out form

Important Dates
November 6, 2026: Internal application deadline (4:30 p.m.)
November 11, 2026: Target date for notification of selected candidates
November 16, 2026: WestCAST proposal submission deadline

December 4, 2026: WestCAST Notification of Acceptance
February 17-19, 2027: WestCAST Conference in Saskatoon

Application & Funding Process
Step 1: Submit an Expression of Interest to the UM Faculty of Education.
Selected candidates may receive funding support to attend and present.
Step 2: Submit a proposal to WestCAST after receiving Faculty confirmation.
Faculty selection and funding support do not guarantee proposal acceptance by the WestCAST review committee.

Learn More
WestCAST 2027 Website
WestCAST 2027 - College of Education | University of Saskatchewan

The information in this email is also up on UM Learn—Student Resources.

Justin Choy 蔡昭夫 Assistant to Associate Dean Undergraduate and Partnerships  On behalf of the Faculty of Education Room 205, Education Building  Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2

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