Dear Delegates and Colleagues,
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 2026 Canadian Association for University Continuing Education (CAUCE) National Conference.
On behalf of the Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development and the broader university community, I am delighted to welcome you to Dalhousie University for this important gathering of leaders, educators, and innovators in continuing education. Your work plays a vital role in expanding access to learning, strengthening communities, and supporting individuals at every stage of their personal and professional journeys.
This year’s conference, themed “Thriving in Change and Complexity: Rising to the Challenge in Continuing Education,” offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, explore emerging challenges, and reimagine the future of lifelong learning in Canada. We are particularly proud to host you at Dalhousie, guided by our shared purpose: to elevate our communities through education, research, and service that make a real-world impact. Guided by excellence, inclusion, and collaboration, we empower our students, faculty, and partners to shape a better future for Nova Scotia, Canada, and the world. The conversations and collaborations that take place here will help shape the direction of our field for years to come.
We are committed to accessible, inclusive, and forward-thinking education, and we hope you find the sessions inspiring, the discussions thought-provoking, and the connections you make both enriching and enduring.
Beyond the conference program, I encourage you to take some time to enjoy the unique character of Halifax and the beauty of Nova Scotia. Whether exploring the waterfront, experiencing the region’s rich history and culture, or simply connecting with colleagues old and new, I hope your time here is both professionally rewarding and personally memorable.
Thank you for being part of this national community. I wish you a productive, engaging, and memorable conference.
Warm regards,
Jennifer Hann, Acting Dean
Faculty of Open Learning and Career Development
