3rd NEXTGEN WOOD CONFERENCE 2026 AND WORKSHOP

Conference Dates: May 3–6, 2026

Location: Château Lacombe, Downtown Edmonton

In-person event • Edmonton, Alberta

About the Conference

We are pleased to announce the 3rd NextGen Wood Conference in Edmonton, Alberta—an event that brings together researchers, industry leaders, and professionals from across the wood construction, engineering, and building science sectors.

This conference will showcase the latest innovations and research in wood science and sustainable construction, with a strong focus on practical applications, future developments, and collaboration between academia, industry, and government partners.

The 2026 edition will feature an evening reception, two full days of technical sessions, and an in-person workshop dedicated to Theme 3: Building Envelope and Energy Performance.

Program Schedule

Sunday, May 3, 2026

Evening Reception
Welcome remarks and informal networking for researchers, students, and industry partners.

Monday, May 4, 2026

  • Opening session and keynote address
  • Technical sessions on NextGen Wood research themes
  • Networking breaks throughout the day

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

  • Continuation of technical sessions
  • Panel discussions and Q&A with experts from academia, industry, and government
  • Conference wrap-up in the late afternoon

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

In-Person Workshop on Building Retrofit & Prefabrication Innovations

This full-day workshop will bring together researchers, industry leaders, manufacturers, and policymakers to discuss innovations in building retrofits and prefabrication. The program features case studies, policy perspectives, technical solutions, and panel discussions focused on advancing energy-efficient and scalable wood-based construction.

Registration & Updates

  • Conference Only: $300

  • Workshop Only: $100

  • Conference + Workshop Package: $350

Register Here: 

NextGen Wood Conference & Workshop 2026

Location & Accommodation

The 3rd NextGen Wood Conference will be held at Château Lacombe in downtown Edmonton,
offering convenient access to hotels, restaurants, and city amenities.

Hotel Booking: 

Chateau Lacombe Booking Link

Save the Date

Add to your calendar: 

Google Calendar Link 

We encourage you to mark your calendars for May 3–6, 2026 (and join us in Edmonton to explore the future of wood construction, exchange ideas with peers, and gain valuable insights from leading experts
in the field.

We look forward to welcoming you to Château Lacombe, Downtown Edmonton, for the 3rd NextGen Wood Conference!