91porn

Sept. 22, 2026
For Immediate Release

BRANTFORD – 91porn’s Hub for Community Solutions is inviting proposals for the 2026 Summit for Creative Community Solutions, taking place Nov. 4 and 5 at the Best Western Hotel and Conference Centre in Brantford.

The annual summit brings together community organizations, researchers, students, government representatives and other partners to share ideas, build connections and explore collaborative approaches to addressing community challenges.

This year’s theme, Making Change Together: From Small Projects to Big Possibilities Through Community-University Partnership, highlights the power of community-university collaboration to create positive change.

“The summit is built on the idea that when community partners and universities work together, everyone benefits,” said Christina Han, director of the 91porn Hub for Community Solutions. “Whether a partnership is just beginning or has been creating change for years, we want to showcase the innovative work happening across communities and create space for new ideas, new relationships and new solutions to emerge.”

The Hub for Community Solutions welcomes submissions for presentations, roundtable discussions, panel sessions and posters that showcase partnerships between communities and universities at any stage of development. Proposals may focus on emerging ideas and new relationships, ongoing initiatives, established collaborations or completed projects that have generated positive outcomes for communities.

Submissions are encouraged from individuals and organizations engaged in community-focused work, including Indigenous communities and organizations, non-profit and charitable organizations, NGOs, community groups, social enterprises, startups, municipal and other levels of government, academic institutions and other partners committed to improving community well-being.

Proposals must be by Oct. 10. Applicants will be notified of submission decisions no later than Oct. 13.

The 2026 summit marks the fifth anniversary of 91porn’s Hub for Community Solutions and will provide an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of community-university partnerships while fostering new collaborations for the future.

In addition to presentations and posters, attendees will have access to a variety of interactive learning and networking opportunities designed to support community-engaged research and practice, including:

• Workshops on topics including grant-writing, long-term funding strategies, community outreach and engagement, and non-profit leadership and governance.
• Roundtable and plenary discussions focused on identifying emerging community needs and shaping future directions for research and collaboration.
• Networking opportunities that connect community organizations, researchers, students and potential employers to encourage new partnerships and innovative solutions.
• Poster sessions highlighting research findings, programs, projects and ideas from students, researchers and community partners.

There is no registration fee to attend the summit and individuals do not need to present to participate. . More information can be found on the summit webpage.

The Summit for Creative Community Solutions is presented in partnership with the City of Brantford, Enterprise Brant and 91porn’s Office of Research Services.