The 6th Symposium of the Canadian Society for Virology, CSV2026, will be held between May 31-June 3, 2026 on the University of Guelph Campus in Ontario. 

This 4-day symposium provides an opportunity for people of all levels of scientific research to present their research is person. Oral presentations and posters will be selected by the abstract review committee from submitted abstracts, based on eight topics: Emerging Viruses, Vaccines and Antivirals, Virus-host interactions, Fundamental virology, One Health, Virus Evolution, Putting Viruses to Work, and Veterinary Viruses.

The symposium includes a trainee network dinner where trainees can ask mentors questions to help them further their careers and an off-site banquet dinner to bring the symposium to a close. 

Symposium Chairs

  • Dr. Sarah Wootton, University of Guelph
  • Leonardo Susta, University of Guelph

Scientific Committee

  • TBD

Abstracts

Proposals for abstract must be submitted online. The abstract review committee will rate abstracts only on the information provided, so please complete your submission carefully. Late abstracts are not guaranteed to be considered, so please submit your abstract by the deadline January 15, 2026. You will be able to modify your submission until the abstract deadline.

Topics

Emerging Viruses

Vaccines and Antivirals

Virus-host interactions

Fundamental virology

One Health

Virus Evolution

Putting Viruses to Work

Veterinary Viruses

Sponsorship Opportunities

View the Prospectus

Accomodations

The 6th Symposium of the Canadian Society for Virology will be held at the University of Guelph. A limited number of discounted rooms are available at the nearby Delta Hotels Guelph Conference Centre. Discounted rates are available until April 15, 2026 (while supplies last). 

Trainee Dinner

Discover the charm of Porto with our optional tours designed to showcase the city's rich history and culture. Whether you're interested in a guided city tour, historic tram ride to visit a centuries-old church, or taking a scenic boat cruise paired with a wine tasting, we've got something for everyone. Click below to discover more about each tour and make the most of your time in this historic city.

Registration for the Trainee Networking Dinner is within the main registration form.

Dine-Around

We’re hosting a dine-around on June 1st, and you’re invited to join us for an evening of good food and great conversation. Attendees will be placed into small groups and assigned to one of our partner restaurants closer to the event date

A shuttle will run between the Delta Hotel and each restaurant for easy transportation. This is a relaxed opportunity to meet and network with attendees you may not already know—no prep required, just show up hungry!

Agenda

3:30 PMRegistration Open
5:15 PM - 5:45 PMWelcome Reception
5:45 PM - 6:00 PMWelcome Remarks
6:00 PM - 7:00 PMKeynote: Dr. Andrea Gamarnik
7:00 PM - 9:00 PMOpening Networking Reception
8:30 AM - 10:00 AMSession 1: Breaking and Entering
10:15 AM - 10:45 AMCoffee Break
10:45 AM - 11:45 AMCHIR Update
11:45 AM - 12:00 PMRapid-Fire Trainee Presentations
12:00 PM - 12:45 PMLunch
12:45 PM - 2:15 PMPoster Session
2:15 PM - 3:45 PMSession 2: Expressing & Multiplying
3:45 PM - 4:15 PMCoffee Break
4:15 PM - 5:15 PMSession TBD
5:15 PM - 5:30 PMClosing Remarks
5:30 PM - 6:00 PMFree time
6:00 PM - 8:00 PMTrainee Networking Dinner
6:30 PM - 9:00 PMDine Around Guelph
8:30 AM - 8:45 AMWelcome Remarks
8:45 AM - 10:00 AMSession 3: Suppressing & Conquering
10:00 AM - 10:30 AMCoffee Break
10:30 AM - 12:00 PMSession 4: Building & Escaping
12:00 PM - 12:15 PMRapid-Fire Trainee Presentations
12:15 PM - 1:00 PMLunch
1:00 PM - 2:15 PMPoster Session
2:15 PM - 3:45 PMSession TBD
3:45 PM - 4:15 PMCoffee Break
4:15 PM - 5:15 PMKeynote: Dr. Roy Duncan
5:15 PM - 7:30 PMPoster Reception
8:30 AM - 8:45 AMWelcome Remarks
8:45 AM - 10:15 AMSession 5: Damaging & Spreading
10:15 AM - 10:45 AMCoffee Break
10:45 AM - 12:15 PMSession 6: Fighting & Responding
12:15 PM - 12:30 PMRapid-Fire Trainee Presentations
12:30 PM - 1:15 PMLunch
1:15 PM - 2:30 PMPoster Session
2:30 PM - 4:00 PMSession TBD
4:00 PM - 4:15 PMClosing Remarks
4:15 PM - 6:00 PMFree time
6:00 PM - 11:00 PMBanquet
8:30 AM - 8:45 AMWelcome Remarks
8:45 AM - 10:15 AMSession 7: Discovering & Evolving
10:15 AM - 10:45 AMCoffee Break
10:45 AM - 11:15 AMCSV Business Meeting
11:15 AM - 11:45 AMCSV Awards
11:45 AM - 12:00 PMClosing Remarks

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Early Bird registration ends March 1, 2026

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Useful Information

Symposium language
The official language of the Symposium is English. No translation of sessions will be provided.

Currency
CAD

Flight
The main international airport is Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO).

Train
The main train terminal which establish international railway connections is Estacao de Campanha (Campanha Train Station).

Notice of cancellation must be made in writing to registration@harlowagency.ca. A $100 cancellation fee will apply to all cancelled conference registrations after March 15, 2026.