Research Showcase
The 2026 Research Showcase Call for Abstracts Is Now Closed
The ACFP proudly hosts the Research Showcase as part of our annual Family Medicine Summit (Summit). This unique research event has become one of the most valued opportunities in Alberta for family medicine and primary care researchers to present and share their research projects. We’re very privileged to have some of the best researchers in Alberta in attendance at this event.
Changes for 2026
New Location – Calgary, AB
The Summit is heading to the Sheraton Eau Claire in Calgary, AB this year! While we’ll be trading mountain views for a downtown skyline, the urban setting offers a wonderful opportunity for academics, physicians, and peers to come together for knowledge, exchange, learning and connection.
Full Research Day & Increased Oral Presentations
Get ready for a full day of research on Friday, March 6! This year, the entire morning block will feature oral research presentations with additional sessions continuing into the afternoon. Research posters will also take the spotlight in a dedicated plenary space from Friday afternoon till the evening’s Welcome Reception.
Planning to attend Friday only?
Join us on March 6 for a full day of research and connection for just $275! Your Friday-only registration includes access to the morning pre-conference oral presentations, Dr. Samantha Nutt’s keynote on Leadership in Practice: Driving change from clinic to community , the Friday concurrent sessions, the plenary Research Showcase, and the evening Welcome Reception.
Rules and Regulations
- No limit to the number of abstracts an author may submit
- One abstract form is required for each abstract being submitted.
- Submissions will be peer-reviewed. The Research Showcase review committee will evaluate and score each abstract based on the following criteria:
- Relevance and importance to family medicine
- Relevance to primary care research and researchers
- Innovation/originality
- Clear, well-written description, well-defined objectives and appropriate learning methods/style
- Research Review Committee reserves the right to decide the presentation format of your submission
- Decisions for acceptance will be finalized by mid-January 2026
For a detailed overview of the reviewer criteria, please refer to page 3 of the submission guidelines.
The ACFP is proud to showcase the amazing family medicine research that takes place across Alberta. Please take the time to review past years’ Research Showcase accepted poster presentations and winners on many varied topics.
Questions? For more information and/or details please contact: research@acfp.ca