UQAC to host the 2026 National Building Reconciliation Forum

Ottawa — On the eve of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Université du Québec à Chicoutimi (UQAC) reaffirmed its commitments to commemoration and reconciliation with First Nations, Métis and Inuit. This day highlights the importance of recognizing the trauma caused by residential schools, honouring the memory of the missing children, supporting survivors and their families and strengthening our ties with Indigenous communities.

As an extension of these commitments, UQAC has announced it will host the annual National Building Reconciliation Forum on June 10–12, 2026, with the support of Universities Canada.

“Congratulations to the Université du Québec à Chicoutimi on being selected as the host for the 2026 National Building Reconciliation Forum,” said Gabriel Miller, President and CEO of Universities Canada. “This gathering will bring people together to reflect, learn and advance the commitments that guide reconciliation and Indigenous education across the country. We’re honoured to support UQAC as the Forum returns to Quebec, and we look forward to joining partners and communities in Chicoutimi next June.”

Serving as a platform for reflection, dialogue and collective action, the 2026 Forum is a unique occasion to bring together the university community, partners, Indigenous communities and society as a whole to explore key issues for an inclusive, respectful and sustainable future.

“Hosting this event and providing a space for reflection and dialogue is an integral facet of UQAC’s engagement and commemoration efforts. Through this initiative, we strive to deepen our understanding of Indigenous realities, encourage intercultural dialogue and strengthen our commitment to reconciliation. The 10th anniversary of the Forum is a momentous opportunity to collectively reaffirm our commitment toward a just and united future.” (Ghislain Samson, UQAC President)

Programming details will follow in the coming months.

For more information:

Karin Gagnon
Communications and public relations department
Université du Québec à Chicoutimi
418 480-8674 • [email protected]