# Event Details - **Event Name**: BRIC NS Primary Care Research Day 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 04 May, 2026 at 08:00 am – Mon, 04 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-03:00) - **Event Description**: Join us at Primary Care Research Day to come together, celebrate, and explore primary care research in Nova Scotia and across Canada!About this EventBRIC NS—a Canadian Institutes for Health Research funded network—together with Dalhousie University’s Department of Family Medicine, is pleased to host the 8th annual Primary Care Research Day on May 4, 2026, at the Dalhousie Student Union Building. This in-person conference will feature a full day of insightful discussions, research presentations, and meaningful opportunities to connect with colleagues across the primary care community.This year’s theme, “From Clicks to Care: Strengthening the Digital Foundations of Primary Care,” will explore innovative approaches, challenges, and future directions for e-health systems in primary care.Primary Care Research Day brings together primary care researchers, healthcare professionals, decision‑makers, students, and community partners from across the province and beyond. It’s a valuable opportunity to engage with leaders in the field, explore emerging research, and contribute to conversations shaping the future of primary care.Mark your calendars and be part of this enriching experience!Agenda🕑: 08:00 AM - 08:30 AMRegistration, Breakfast, & Brewing Ideas Info: Brewing Ideas is an informal networking opportunity. Attendees will be encouraged to join a table and share questions and ideas with their peers on pressing topics in primary care! 🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AMOpening CeremonyInfo: Opening ceremony  provided by Catherine Martin  (Director of Indigenous Community Engagement, Dalhousie University); welcome and introduction to the theme of the day provided by Dr. Emily Gard Marshall ( Professor, Department of Family Medicine,  Dalhousie University) ; and opening remarks provided by Dr. David Anderson (Dean, Faculty of Medicine, Dalhousie University). 🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:45 AMKeynote AddressInfo: 'Opportunities for Practice-Based Research and Learning and Clinician Involvement in Research Using EMRs' Speaker: Dr. Donna Manca (Professor & Director of Quality Improvement, Department of Family Medicine, University of Alberta) 🕑: 09:45 AM - 11:00 AMPoster Session🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:15 PMPanel #1Info: 'Health System Optimization of EMRs and Opportunities to Address Administrative Burden and Support Clinicians' Panelists: Dr. Donna Manca (Professor & Director of Quality Improvement, Department of Family Medicine, University of Alberta), Ryan McNeil (Director of Digital Health, DHW), Dr. Ashley Miller (Chief Medical Information Officer NSH & IWK Health), Dr. Jonathan Fitzsimon (Family Physician, Medical Lead Renfrew County Integrated Virtual Care, Assistant Professor, University of Ottawa, Clinical Researcher) Moderator: Dr. Mathew Grandy (Co-Director, BRIC NS) 🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:00 PMLunch Break🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:15 PMConcurrent Oral Presentations🕑: 02:15 PM - 02:30 PMBreak and Refreshments🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:45 PMPanel #2Info: 'Patient and Community Access to Data and Indigenous Data Sovereignty' Panelists: Dr. Barb Hamilton-Hinch (Assistant Vice Provost EDI, Dalhousie University & Lead Researcher, On These Shoulders Research Collaborative), Camryn Sock (Outreach Coordinator, Union of Nova Scotia Mi’kmaq), Dr. Amy Grant (Director of Research, MSSU), Jenna Kedy (Patient Partner, BRIC NS Patient Advisory Council) Moderator: Dr. Ruth Lavergne (Co-Director, BRIC NS) 🕑: 03:45 PM - 03:50 PMPresentation of of BRIC NS Student Research Awards & 2026 Student Poster Award🕑: 03:50 PM - 04:00 PMClosing Remarks and Key Learning Points 🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:00 PMReceptionInfo: Informal networking reception 🕑: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PMPrimary Care Research Day 2026Info: Please note this agenda is tentative and subject to change. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/halifax/bric-ns-primary-care-research-day-2026/100001602565670059 - **Event Categories**: health-wellness, business, conferences, calendar - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 57, max: 142.5, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Halifax - **state**: NS - **country**: Canada - **location**: Dalhousie Student Union - **lat**: 44.6367578 - **long**: -63.5889611 - **full address**: Dalhousie Student Union, 6136 University Avenue, Halifax, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: BRIC NS Primary Care Research Day 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/1e2e4bd70e1f8db9b953c5e7abab9f185640c556cdc83d130de05e4407f7b20a-rimg-w1200-h675-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1774800070 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is BRIC NS Primary Care Research Day 2026 being held? - **A:** BRIC NS Primary Care Research Day 2026 takes place on Mon, 04 May, 2026 at 08:00 am to Mon, 04 May, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Dalhousie Student Union, 6136 University Avenue, Halifax, Canada. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for BRIC NS Primary Care Research Day 2026? - **A:** Ticket prices for BRIC NS Primary Care Research Day 2026 range from CAD 57 to CAD 143 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityGeneral AdmissionCAD 143 + CAD 18 taxAvailableMedical ResidentsCAD 86 + CAD 11 taxAvailableStudents & Community MembersCAD 57 + CAD 7 taxAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing BRIC NS Primary Care Research Day 2026? - **A:** BRIC NS Primary Care Research Day 2026 is organized by BRIC NS. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** BRIC NS Primary Care Research Day 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Halifax, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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