Social Events

Welcome Reception

Sunday, May 3: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Westin Bayshore Hotel - Bayshore Foyer

The Welcome Reception is the first opportunity for delegates to mingle and network. Following the opening ceremony, it will offer light snacks and drinks. All delegates are welcome, the ticket is automatically included in the full registration. 

Early Career Researchers & Professionals Networking Reception

Monday, May 4: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Westin Bayshore Hotel - Oak Room, Level 2

This wine and cheese networking session is for all early to mid-career researchers and professionals. It is a free-of-charge event where you will meet others at a similar career stage. This session is sponsored by the World Conference on Research Integrity Foundation (WCRIF), and you will get to meet members of the WCRIF governing board and other experienced researchers and professionals.

Due to limited space, we kindly ask you to sign up during the registration process.

Conference Dinner

Tuesday, May 5: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Vancouver Aquarium

Experience an unforgettable evening at A Night at the Aquarium, set within one of Vancouver’s most captivating venues. With exclusive after-hours access, guests will dine and connect surrounded by the breathtaking marine exhibits and immersive galleries that create a truly extraordinary backdrop.

The evening will feature a culinary journey inspired by the Pacific Northwest, highlighting fresh seafood, locally sourced ingredients, and curated British Columbia wines and craft beverages. Thoughtfully designed food stations will complement the coastal setting, offering a refined and distinctly West Coast dining experience.

Throughout the night, attendees will have the opportunity to explore select galleries, sparking natural moments of discovery and conversation in a setting unlike any other.

Blending sustainability, sophistication, and West Coast charm, A Night at the Aquarium promises a truly distinctive experience, one that is as inspiring as it is memorable.

This is a ticketed event and registration is required. Seats are limited.