The National Metropolis Canada Conference is the largest annual gathering of researchers, policy makers, and representatives from community and settlement organizations working in the field of immigration and settlement in Canada.
The event connects over 1,000 delegates from across the country every March to discuss emerging issues, exchange latest data and study results, share lessons learned, identify and set research priorities, and inform policy regarding immigration, refugees, settlement and integration in Canada. Through plenary panels featuring distinguished speakers, workshop and roundtable sessions, and poster presentations, Metropolis Canada examines how immigration policies and systems can respond to Canada’s evolving social, economic, demographic, and humanitarian realities.
Recurring topics include:
The annual Metropolis Identities Summit welcomes up to 500 delegates from across the country who join to take part in the conversation about identity, diversity, and inclusion in Canada. The conference aims to foster collaboration and advance research to advance understanding of identity, integration, immigration, and the social changes shaping Canada.
Metropolis Identities examines:
Metropolis Francophonie examines the economic, social, political, cultural, and linguistic impacts of migration to, from, and through Francophone nations. This event convenes researchers, policy makers, civil society organizations, and international institutions originating from or affiliated with Francophone countries to discuss shared challenges and opportunities across the Francophone world. It also offers a space to explore how dialogue and knowledge sharing can improve understanding, strengthen collaboration, and support more effective approaches to migration, integration and settlement across the Francophone space.
Metropolis North America is a multidisciplinary forum gathering researchers, policymakers, and practitioners in the field of immigration and settlement from across North America to advance multilateral conversation on migration issues. It aims to create a space to identify shared challenges, exchange knowledge and data, and explore potential avenues for collaboration in response to evolving migration realities.
Over the many iterations of Metropolis North America, discussions have addressed issues such as migration and border management, refugee admission, migrant rights, settlement and integration, public attitudes toward immigration, and changing migration patterns.
Canada by the Numbers is Jack Jedwab’s monthly webinar series examining what the latest survey research and public data reveal about Canada and Canadians. Drawing on original research from the Association for Canadian Studies and the Metropolis Institute, as well as leading external data sources, each webinar offers timely, evidence-based insights into the issues shaping public opinion, policy, and Canadian society.
Alongside Jack, the series regularly features distinguished guest speakers, including respected policymakers, researchers, and subject-matter experts. These guests, including former Deputy Minister and diplomat Stéphane Dion, former Director General at IRCC Corinne Prince, and Diversity Institute founder Wendy Cukier, provide diverse perspectives and practical insights on the topics shaping Canada today.
At this year’s Metropolis conference (Halifax 2026), the Canadian Heritage - sponsored track presents sessions that deepen understanding of Canadian identities while addressing racism and discrimination. Marked in red on the program and labeled “Canadian Heritage” in the application—and supported by the Department of Canadian Heritage and the Canada History Fund—these sessions unite diverse perspectives to explore cultural narratives and anti-racism strategies. The track features panels, community initiatives, and interactive workshops that encourage dialogue on both historical and contemporary challenges, examining storytelling, arts-based methods, and practical tools to mitigate polarization and foster inclusion. These sessions offer a professional forum for collaborative solutions and enhanced multicultural understanding.