University of Winnipeg Hosts WestCast 2026 Conference
The University of Winnipeg hosted WestCast 2026 from Feb. 18–20, attracting 450 attendees and more than 150 research presentations. The conference expanded French programming and, for the first time, partnered with the University of the West Indies to bring Caribbean and Canadian researchers together. Presentations covered topics including fetal alcohol spectrum disorder, AI classroom guidance, and early-childhood tools like ToyBox Manitoba.
Key Points
- 1Hosted WestCast 2026 with 450 attendees and over 150 research presentations Feb. 18–20
- 2Expanded international and French programming by partnering with University of the West Indies
- 3Equips student teachers with practical research on FASD, AI in classrooms, and early-childhood tools
Scoring Rationale
Regional conference showcasing practical teaching research and international exchange; limited methodological novelty and narrow impact beyond the education community.
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