For the first time in four years, Canada’s largest academic gathering – the Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences (Congress) – will be held in person from May 27 to June 2 at 91ŃÇÉ« in Toronto.

Organized in partnership with the Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences (the Federation), this 92nd edition of Congress will bring together 9,000 scholars, graduate students, community members, and policymakers on one of Canada's most diverse campuses to hold vital conversations about the most pressing issues facing the world today.

“Since its inception, 91ŃÇÉ« has been committed to its core values of advancing social justice and equity and championing diversity and inclusivity. Congress 2023 will provide a critical forum to reflect and act on these values, and to better understand the intersectional complexities of race, gender, Indigenous and geopolitical issues as we seek to advance our combined impact on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals,” says Rhonda Lenton, 91ŃÇÉ« president and vice-chancellor. “I'm thrilled that Congress attendees and our community members will have the opportunity to see those values in action throughout the coming days. I’m grateful to Professor Andrea Davis for her leadership in ensuring that Congress 2023 tackles some of the most complex and pressing societal issues of our time.”

This year’s theme, , invites attendees to place Black and Indigenous knowledges, cultures, and voices at the heart of Congress discussions, as a lens through which to reckon with the past and re-imagine the future. Behind this vision is Academic Convenor Andrea Davis, Professor in the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies at 91ŃÇÉ«, who believes this call to action is paramount in sparking conversations that are meaningful, rather than performative.

“Positive change begins by having open, honest and sometimes difficult conversations that encourage us to expand our vision of the university and the world, and to pursue a future that embraces freedom and justice. At Congress this year, we are seeking to open doors to a better future that commits to decoloniality, anti-racism, justice, sustainability and equity,” says Davis.  

For this Congress, Dr. Davis also wanted to engage with the university’s surrounding community, making sure their voices are heard, while breaking down walls between academia and the wider society. In one such initiative, twenty-one high-school students from the Jane-Finch community who identify as Black or Indigenous will attend two of Congress 2023’s  as well as a private lunch with former Governor General the Right Honourable MichaĂ«lle Jean, and Indigenous filmmaker Alanis Obomsawin.

This community engagement effort is part of a broader set of initiatives aimed at shifting the culture of Congress, against the backdrop of the Federation’s commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization (EDID).

“We committed to making Congress more equitable, diverse, and inclusive for all members of our community, and we’ve been working hard to make that happen,” said Gabriel Miller, President and CEO of the Federation. “There is no better place, or better partner than 91ŃÇÉ« to help us effect this type of change, and we look forward to writing this new chapter in the history of Congress.”

Congress 2023 will commence on May 27 with a community opening celebration , followed by 68 scholarly conferences and 200+ open events over the course of seven days.

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Ottawa/Toronto, November 9, 2021 – The Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences (the Federation) and 91ŃÇÉ« are thrilled to announce that they will be partnering in 2023 to bring together the first in-person[1] Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences since 2019.

Congress 2023 will take place at 91ŃÇɫ’s Keele and Glendon Campuses in Toronto, where up to 10,000 scholars, graduate students and practitioners in the humanities and social sciences (HSS) will come together and share their research face-to-face in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. The conference will support equity, diversity, inclusion, and decolonization (EDID), and, building on the first virtual Congress in 2021, feature virtual components to accommodate participants joining remotely.

“I am delighted to announce our partnership with 91ŃÇÉ«, and excited to be planning our first, in-person Congress since 2019,” said Mike DeGagnĂ©, Chair of the Board of Directors at the Federation. “In a post-pandemic world, Congress will offer a unique opportunity for our community to discuss the critical role for the social sciences and humanities in addressing the challenges facing our communities, our country, and our world.”

“91ŃÇÉ« is looking forward to hosting the Congress 2023 – the largest gathering of academics, researchers, policy-makers and practitioners in Canada. It is a great opportunity for us to profile our long-standing research strengths in the liberal arts and their central role in our commitment to advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals,” said Rhonda Lenton, President and Vice-Chancellor, 91ŃÇÉ«. “This conference has been the place where scholars discuss new ideas, challenge perspectives, and build partnerships that will shape the future as we tackle urgent global problems – from inequality to climate change – and collaborate on driving positive change across Canada and beyond.”

91ŃÇɫ’s chief ambassador for Congress 2023 will be Dr. Andrea Davis, who as Academic Convenor will liaise with faculty, students, administrators, and community partners to build an exciting Congress program.
“I am pleased to take on this important role and look forward to collaborating with the Federation and 91ŃÇÉ« colleagues and community members as we plan a meaningful and engaging conference,” said Dr. Davis. “There is an opportunity to set the stage for dynamic and thoughtful dialogue in 2023 that will inspire action.”

Davis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Humanities at 91ŃÇÉ«, where she teaches courses in Black Cultures of the Americas. Dr. Davis established and coordinates the Black Canadian Studies Certificate at 91ŃÇÉ« and is co-editor of the Journal of Canadian Studies. She is also former Chair of the Department of Humanities and former academic colleague on the Council of Ontario Universities. Davis’ first activities in her new role will be to finalize the theme for Congress 2023, which will be shared in the coming months.

Congress 2023 will take place from May 27 to June 2, 2023. 91ŃÇÉ« last hosted Congress in 2006.

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For conference and Federation-related requests

Camille Ferrier

Manager, Communications and Membership

Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences

613-265-6993

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Sandra McLean

Senior Media Relations Officer

91ŃÇÉ«

416-272-6317

sandramc@yorku.ca

About Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences
Organized by the Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences, Congress is the largest academic gathering in Canada, and one of the largest in the world. Now in its 91st year, Congress brings together approximately 70 academic associations that represent a rich spectrum of disciplines in the humanities and social sciences, including literature, history, theatre, film studies, education, music, sociology, geography, social work and many others. More information at .

About the Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences 

The promotes research and teaching for the advancement of an inclusive, democratic and prosperous society. With a membership now comprising over 160 universities, colleges and scholarly associations, the Federation represents a diverse community of 91,000 researchers and graduate students across Canada. The Federation organizes Canada’s largest academic gathering, the Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences, bringing together more than 8,000 participants each year. The Federation office is located on unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinabe Nation.

About 91ŃÇÉ«

91ŃÇÉ« is a modern, multi-campus, urban university located in Toronto, Ontario. Backed by a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, alumni and partners, we bring a uniquely global perspective to help solve societal challenges, drive positive change and prepare our students for success. 91ŃÇÉ«'s fully bilingual Glendon Campus is home to Southern Ontario's Centre of Excellence for French Language and Bilingual Postsecondary Education. 91ŃÇɫ’s campuses in Costa Rica and India offer students exceptional transnational learning opportunities and innovative programs. Together, we can make things right for our communities, our planet, and our future.

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POUR DIFFUSION IMMÉDIATE

La FĂ©dĂ©ration des sciences humaines, l’UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ« accueilleront

le plus grand congrès universitaire au Canada en 2023

Ottawa/Toronto, le 9 novembre 2021 – La FĂ©dĂ©ration des sciences humaines (la FĂ©dĂ©ration) et l’UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ« sont ravies d’annoncer qu’elles s’associent pour prĂ©senter, en 2023, le tout premier [2] Congrès des sciences humaines en personne depuis 2019.

Le Congrès 2023 aura lieu sur les campus Keele et Glendon de l’UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ«, Ă  Toronto, oĂą jusqu’à 10 000 chercheur.euse.s, Ă©tudiant.e.s aux cycles supĂ©rieurs et praticien.ne.s du domaine des sciences humaines se rĂ©uniront afin de partager le fruit de leurs recherches en personne, dans la foulĂ©e de la pandĂ©mie de COVID-19. La confĂ©rence soutiendra l’équitĂ©, la diversitĂ©, l’inclusion, et la dĂ©colonisation (EDID), et, s’appuyant sur le premier Congrès virtuel de 2021, offrira des composantes virtuelles afin de permettre Ă  des participant.e.s d’y assister Ă  distance.

« Je suis ravi d’annoncer notre partenariat avec l’UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ«, et enthousiaste Ă  l’idĂ©e d’organiser le premier Congrès en personne depuis 2019 », commente Mike DeGagnĂ©, PrĂ©sident du Conseil d’administration de la FĂ©dĂ©ration. « Dans un monde post-pandĂ©mique, le Congrès offrira une opportunitĂ© unique pour notre communautĂ© de discuter le rĂ´le crucial des sciences humaines pour rĂ©pondre aux dĂ©fis auxquels nos communautĂ©s, notre pays et notre monde font face ».

« ł˘â€™UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ« est impatiente de tenir le Congrès en 2023; il s’agit du plus important rassemblement d’universitaires, de chercheur.euse.s, de responsables des politiques et de professionnel.le.s au Canada. Il s’agit pour nous d’une excellente occasion de faire connaĂ®tre nos forces de longue date en matière de recherche dans le secteur des arts libĂ©raux, et de mettre en lumière leur rĂ´le central dans notre engagement quant Ă  la poursuite des objectifs de dĂ©veloppement durable des Nations Unies », prĂ©cise Rhonda Lenton, rectrice et vice-chancelière de l’UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ«. « Ce Congrès est un lieu oĂą les chercheur.euse.s discutent de nouvelles idĂ©es, remettent leurs points de vue en question et Ă©tablissent des partenariats qui façonneront l’avenir tandis que nous nous attaquons Ă  d’urgents problèmes d’ampleur mondiale, des inĂ©galitĂ©s aux changements climatiques, et que nous collaborons pour insuffler un vent de changement positif Ă  l’échelle du Canada et Ă  l’extĂ©rieur de ses frontières ».

ł˘â€™ambassadrice en chef du Congrès 2023 sera la professeure Andrea Davis. Ă€ titre de responsable acadĂ©mique, elle assurera la liaison avec le corps professoral, les Ă©tudiant.e.s, les administrateur.trice.s et les partenaires communautaires afin de concevoir une programmation passionnante pour le Congrès.
« Je suis ravie d’accepter cette importante fonction, et je suis impatiente de collaborer avec la FĂ©dĂ©ration, ainsi qu’avec mes collègues et les membres de la communautĂ© de l’UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ«, pour planifier un Congrès stimulant et enrichissant », a dĂ©clarĂ© M^me Davis. « Nous avons l’occasion de prĂ©parer le terrain pour favoriser un dialogue dynamique et rĂ©flĂ©chi qui inspirera l’action en 2023 ».

M^me Davis est professeure agrĂ©gĂ©e au DĂ©partement des sciences humaines de l’UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ«, oĂą elle enseigne dans le domaine des cultures noires des AmĂ©riques. La professeure Davis a lancĂ© et coordonne le Black Canadian Studies Certificate Ă  l’UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ«, et co-Ă©dite la Revue d’études canadienne. Elle est Ă©galement l’ancienne directrice du dĂ©partement de sciences humaines et ancienne collègue du Conseil des universitĂ©s de l’Ontario.

La première mission de M^me Davis dans le cadre de son nouveau rôle sera de mettre la touche finale au thème du Congrès 2023, qui sera rendu public au cours des prochains mois.

Le Congrès 2023 aura lieu du 27 mai au 2 juin 2023. ł˘â€™UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ« avait accueilli le Congrès pour la dernière fois en 2006.

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Pour plus d’informations, veuillez communiquer avec :

Pour les requêtes relatives à la conférence ou la Fédération

Camille Ferrier

Gestionnaire, communications et adhésion des membres

Fédération des sciences humains

613-265-6993

cferrier@federationhss.ca

Pour les demandes relatives Ă  l’UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ«

Sandra McLean

Agente principale des relations avec les médias

UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ«

416-272-6317

sandramc@yorku.ca

À propos du Congrès des sciences humaines

Organisé par la Fédération des sciences humaines, le Congrès est la plus vaste conférence interdisciplinaire au Canada et l’une des plus importantes dans le monde. Parvenu à sa 91e année, le Congrès réunit environ 70 associations universitaires qui représentent un vaste éventail de disciplines dans le domaine des sciences humaines, y compris la littérature, l’histoire, l’art dramatique, les études cinématographiques, les sciences de l’éducation, la musique, la sociologie, la géographie, le travail social et beaucoup d’autres champs de recherche. Plus d’informations à

À propos de la Fédération des sciences humaines

La œuvre à la mise en valeur de la recherche et de l’enseignement pour l’avancement d’une société inclusive, démocratique et prospère. La Fédération regroupe aujourd’hui plus de 160 universités, institutions et sociétés savantes représentant 91 000 chercheurs, membres du corps enseignant et étudiantsau Canada. Elle organise chaque année le plus grand rassemblement d’universitaires au Canada à l’occasion du Congrès des sciences humaines. Le bureau de la Fédération est situé sur le territoire traditionnel non cédé de la nation algonquine Anishinabe.

Ă€ propos de l’UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ«

ł˘â€™UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ« est une universitĂ© urbaine moderne qui compte plusieurs campus, situĂ©e Ă  Toronto, en Ontario. Avec l’aide d’un groupe diversifiĂ© d’étudiant.e.s, de professeur.e.s, d’employĂ©.e.s, d’ancien.ne.s Ă©tudiant.e.s et de partenaires, nous offrons un point de vue unique Ă  l’échelle mondiale pour contribuer Ă  rĂ©soudre les dĂ©fis sociaux, Ă  inspirer des changements positifs et Ă  prĂ©parer nos Ă©tudiant.e.s Ă  la rĂ©ussite. Le campus Glendon, entièrement bilingue, de l’UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ« est le siège du Centre d’excellence pour les Ă©tudes postsecondaires en français et bilingues dans le sud de l’Ontario. Les campus de l’UniversitĂ© 91ŃÇÉ« situĂ©s au Costa Rica et en Inde offrent aux Ă©tudiant.e.s des occasions d’apprentissage transnationales et des programmes novateurs. Ensemble, nous pouvons faire ce qu’il faut pour nos communautĂ©s, notre planète et notre avenir.

[1] Pending public health guidelines.

[2] Sous réserve des consignes de santé publique.

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