Published on October 9 2026 In Researcher opportunity Student opportunity Training
Three opportunities this fall
Learn. Connect. Innovate. Take on a challenge.
This fall, Institut nordique du Québec (INQ) invites members of the northern and Arctic research community, as well as the next generation of researchers, to take part in three initiatives designed to foster skills development, networking, innovation and student engagement.
INQ Northern Retreat
November 11–13, 2026
Over three days, INQ Northern Retreat will bring together professionals from both academic and non-academic settings, faculty members, and postdoctoral fellows working in northern research.
In a welcoming setting designed to foster discussion, the retreat offers an interactive learning environment that brings together scientific knowledge, practical skills and Indigenous knowledge. The activity aims to support the development of more inclusive research projects and encourage respectful, lasting collaborations with Indigenous partners.
Who should attend?
- Professionals from academic and non-academic settings
- Faculty members
- Postdoctoral fellows
Deadline to reserve accommodations at the preferred rate: October 26, 2026
Ideation Program | From Research to Innovation
October 21, 22 and 29, 2026
What if entrepreneurship became a new way to put your knowledge, research or expertise into action?
Organized by Entrepreneuriat ULaval in collaboration with the Transforming Climate Action program and INQ, the Ideation Program offers three immersive days designed to help participants develop innovation skills and move from a concrete challenge toward an initial solution.
Who should attend?
- Students
- Postdoctoral fellows
- Research professionals
- Faculty members
Registration deadline: October 16, 2026
Bonhomme’s Grand Challenge: Sustainable Ice
Submit your proposal by October 12, 2026
INQ, the Québec Winter Carnival and the Centre de recherche sur les matériaux avancés (CERMA) are inviting students to take on a practical scientific challenge: develop an innovative solution that will help the ice used for Bonhomme’s Ice Palace last longer while preserving its integrity and transparency.
The two winning solutions will each receive a $2,000 grant to support project implementation. Selected participants will also have the opportunity to test and refine their solution in a laboratory setting before putting it to the test on site at the Québec Winter Carnival.
Who should participate?
- Students from INQ's 16 member universities
Two $2,000 grants will be awarded.
We encourage you to share these opportunities throughout your networks so they can reach as many people as possible.
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