TAKING CARE: Ensuring Equitable Health for the Future 
Hosted by Quadrangle NL, in partnership with OPED

Health is more than access to medicine—it is shaped by social, cultural, and environmental forces that determine how we live, work, and thrive. TAKING CARE is a forward-looking conference that brings together thought leaders, researchers, practitioners, and community voices to explore how equity must be placed at the center of health systems, policies, and innovations. 

Through keynote talks, panel discussions, and collaborative workshops, participants will examine pressing issues such as: 

• Addressing systemic inequities in healthcare access and outcomes 

• Building resilient, inclusive systems for future generations 

• Integrating technology and innovation with ethics and equity in mind 

• Fostering cross-sector collaboration for healthier communities 

The conference is not only about identifying challenges but also about co-creating actionable solutions. By bridging perspectives across disciplines, TAKING CARE aims to inspire new ways of thinking and practical strategies to ensure that health—today and tomorrow—is a right enjoyed equitably by all. 

Call for Proposals

TAKING CARE: Ensuring Equitable Health for the Future

Hosted by Quadrangle NL, in partnership with Office of Professional & Educational Development (OPED) Faculty of Medicine.

Quadrangle NL invites proposals for workshops and panels for TAKING CARE: Ensuring Equitable Health for the Future, a conference dedicated to advancing equity in health across disciplines, communities, and generations.

We welcome contributions that explore innovative approaches, critical perspectives, and practical strategies for ensuring equitable health in the future. Proposals may address (but are not limited to):

• Health equity and access – strategies to dismantle systemic barriers and reduce disparities

• Technology and ethics – equitable use of digital tools, AI, and data in health systems

• Community-driven solutions – models of care and wellness rooted in local knowledge and participation

• Climate, environment, and health – addressing the health impacts of environmental and social change

• Policy, governance, and justice – frameworks that prioritize fairness, resilience, and inclusivity

• Interdisciplinary collaboration – bridges between research, practice, and lived experience

  Session Proposal Formats

  • Workshops (60–75 minutes): Interactive, skills-based sessions that actively engage participants in dialogue, practice, or problem-solving.

  • Panels (60 minutes): Moderated discussions bringing together 3–5 speakers offering diverse perspectives on a shared theme.

  • Academic presentation (15-20 minutes): a concise report, often on research or progress, designed to convey a central argument and key findings to an audience within a strict time limit

  Session Submission Guidelines

  • Title and format (workshop or panel)

  • Abstract (250–300 words) outlining the session’s focus, objectives, and relevance to the conference theme

  • Proposed participants (for panels: names, roles, and perspectives represented; for workshops: facilitators and methods)

  • Intended audience and outcomes (who will benefit and what participants will take away)

  • Proposals may also be in video format (no longer than 2 minutes)

  • Any accessibility needs or barriers we can support you with.

  If unfamilar with how to format a proposal - please use the template provided here

  Vendor Proposals

  • Vendors will be given a designated space outside the conference session rooms to provide awareness and information about their programming and services.

  • The conference and vendor space will be at the Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University, St. John’s.

  • The conference takes place on Saturday, February 28th and Sunday, March 1st.

    • The best day to maximize vendor engagement will be Saturday, February 28th from 830am to 500pm.

  • Vendors will be provided with a 6ft table and chairs along with assistance unloading and setting up.

  Vendor Submission Guidelines

  • Send us a simple email requesting to participate.

  • Organization Name and Contact Person

  • Contact details - phone number, email, website, social media links.

  • Are you available for both Saturday, February 28th and Sunday, March 1st.

  • Intended audience and outcomes (who will benefit and what participants will take away)

  • Any accessibility needs or barriers we can support you with.

  Important Dates

  • Proposal deadline: February 5th, 2026

  • Notification of acceptance: February 10th, 2026

  • Conference dates: Saturday, February 28 and Sunday, March 1, 2026

  • REGISTRATION OPENS EARLY FEBRUARY

  Location

  • Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University, St. John’s, NL

  Please submit proposals to: craig@thequadnl.com

  Together, let’s shape a future where health and care are equitable, inclusive, and sustainable.