2026 Annual Leadership Meeting
November 6 and 7, 2026
Hosts
Dale Keefe
Chair
Jennifer Tomes
Host
Dean of Science and Graduate Studies
Mount Allison University
Lois Whitehead
Executive Director
Science Atlantic
Jillian Wylie
Student Representative
Mount Allison University
About
Held each November, the Annual Members Meeting brings together the leaders of Science Atlantic to review the organization’s strategic direction, plan for the coming year, share updates, hear from guest speakers, and connect with each other. Participation is open to Institutional Representatives (Deans or equivalent), Division and Action Committee Chairs, and Board members; as well, some sessions will be open for local attendees and live streamed for all who are interested.
Meeting Location
The Science Atlantic meetings November 6 and 7 will be held at Mount Allison University, in Sackville, New Brunswick.
The Comfort Inn Amherst is holding a block of rooms for Science Atlantic Annual Leadership Meeting participants. Room rates range from CAD $183–$195 per night, before taxes, depending on the room type.
The group rate is available for stays from Wednesday, November 4 to Saturday, November 7, 2026 (3 nights).
To reserve a room, guests can book online or call the hotel directly at 902-667-0404 and mention the group name “MTA – SCIENCE ATLANTIC” to ensure the reservation is made under the conference room block.
Please note: The booking link initially defaults to the 3-night stay. If you would like to stay for fewer nights, select “Edit” and adjust your check-in and check-out dates to your preferred stay within the group block.
Rooms must be booked by October 15, 2026. After this date, availability at the group rate cannot be guaranteed.
On-Campus Microsuites (Mount Allison University)
Mount Allison University offers on-campus microsuites for Science Atlantic Annual Leadership Meeting participants at a rate of $150 per night (plus HST).
Guests can book stays for 1, 2, or 3 nights within the conference block (Wednesday, November 4 to Saturday, November 7, 2026).
To reserve a microsuite, please contact Jamie Hunter, or Mount Allison Conference Services at conference@mta.ca.
Important Payment and Check-In Details:
Payment must be completed during Facilities Management business hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM) prior to gaining access to your microsuite. Phone payments are accepted for conference guests.
If you arrive after 4:30 PM, you will still be able to access your room as long as payment has been completed in advance. Security will meet you at the microsuite entrance to provide your key.
For detailed parking information, please refer to the St. Francis Xavier University Parking Map.
Resources
Leadership Meeting Package
coming in late October
2025-2026 Financial Statements
coming in November
Meeting Schedule
All meetings will be held in Room 3022 of the Mulroney Hall (MULH 3022), unless otherwise specified
Friday, November 14
9:00 am-12:00 pm: Deans of Science Meeting
Mulroney Hall, Room 3022 (MULH 3022)
12:00-1:30 pm: Deans of Science Lunch
Mulroney Hall, Room 3024 (MULH 3024)
1:30-3:00 pm: Institutional Reps (IR) Meeting
Mulroney Hall, Room 3022 (MULH 3022)
3:00-4:00 pm: Registration/Reception
Mulroney Hall East Foyer
4:00-5:30 pm: Annual Members Meeting
Mulroney Hall, Room 3022 (MULH 3022)
Saturday, November 15
7:30-9:00 am: Division Chairs Breakfast Meeting
Maritime Inn Antigonish Celtic Room (Floor 1)
9:30-11:45 am: Joint IR/DC Meeting
Mulroney Hall, Room 3022 (MULH 3022)
12:00-1:15 pm: Lunch
Mulroney Hall, room 3024 (MULH 3024)
1:15-2:45 pm: Science Communication workshop with Justin Gregg
Mulroney Hall, Room 3024 (MULH 3024)
2:45-3:00 pm: Wrap up
Mulroney Hall, Room 3022 (MULH 3022)
3:00-3:30 pm: Board Meeting (Board only)
Mulroney Hall, Room 3022 (MULH 3022)
Event Speakers and Announcements
2026 Call for Board Nominations
The Science Atlantic Board is seeking nominations for five positions that will become vacant in November 2026. Deadline for nominations: October 16, 2026.