An international gathering in Saskatoon (Canada) uniting researchers, communities, and industry to advance the health and safety of rural and agricultural peoples.
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About SHARP 2026
Preliminary Program Safety and Health in Agricultural and Rural Populations (SHARP) 2026 is an international symposium hosted by the Canadian Centre for Rural and Agricultural Health (CCRAH) at the University of Saskatchewan, in collaboration with ISASH and CASA. The program will feature keynote speakers, workshops, poster sessions, networking events, and guided tours, focused on advancing health and safety for rural and agricultural populations.
We respectfully acknowledge that SHARP 2026 will be held on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis.
Register for SHARP 2026
Registration for SHARP 2026 is now open!
Early bird registraion closes April 30th.
Below is an overview of registration fees, what’s included, and optional tours.
Abstract submissions are closed.
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- Dates June 16–18, 2026
- Location Sheraton Cavalier Hotel, Saskatoon, SK
- Early-bird deadline April 30, 2026
- Hotel booking The Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel is our host venue.
Block rates include complimentary parking (register plates at check-in).
Booking deadline - May 14, 2026.
Group code: IN8 · 24-hr cancellation policy - GETTING HERE YXE Airport → DowntownTaxi:
15 min · $20–$25Bus: #11 → Downtown Terminal → #8 → Spadina Cres, 35 min, $3View Bus #11 Schedule
SHARP 2026 Symposium FAQ
Yes! "Rooted in Community" There will be a pre-conference workshop availble to attend on Monday June 15th starting at 10 am. If you are interested in attending, you will need to register for it by emailing Leslie at leslie.holfeld@usask.ca. We will post more information as it becomes available.
Early Bird registration ends April 30th. Hotel discount booking due by May 14th.
Saskatoon is in the Central Standard Time (CST) zone and does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
The weather in Saskatoon is usually lovely in June, with warm daytime temperatures and cooler evenings. Average daytime highs are around 23°C, with evenings closer to 10°C.
Parking is available at the host venue, the Sheraton Cavalier Saskatoon Hotel. Block room rates include complimentary parking with plate registration at check-in, and parking can also be purchased separately.
Yes. Tours will be offered on both Tuesday, June 16 and Wednesday, June 17. More information is available here.
Lunch, coffee, and snacks in both the morning and afternoon will be provided to participants throughout the symposium from June 16 to 18.
Yes. Accompanying banquet guests must be registered at the same time as your conference registration for an additional fee of $75 USD.
Call For Papers:
Authors with abstracts approved for the “SHARP 2026: 8th International Symposium: Safety & Health in Agricultural & Rural Populations” may turn abstracts into full-length papers to be considered for a dedicated edition of the Journal of Agromedicine.
The mandate of the Journal is to address the health and safety issues of those who work in production agriculture, as well as those who consume and use the products, or are impacted by the production practices, and papers accepted for this dedicated edition will need to be consistent with that mandate.
Partners, Funders & Sponsors
SHARP 2026 is made possible through the generous support of the following organizations.
Interested in becoming a SHARP 2026 sponsor?
Click the button below to view our sponsorship package.
For all sponsorship inquiries, please email Jille Magnus: jille.magnus@usask.ca
Funders
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Supporters
Contact Us
For inquiries regarding registration, sponsorship, or general symposium information, please reach out to the organizing committee.
or email us at SHARP2026@usask.ca
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