Kids Brain Health (KBH+) Conference 2026

CALGARY – Kids Brain Health (KBH+) will host the KBH+ Conference 2026 from October 18–21 at The Westin Calgary in Calgary, Alberta, bringing together leaders and changemakers committed to improving outcomes for children and youth with neurodisabilities (NDs) and their families.

Since its founding in 2009, the Kids Brain Health Network (KBHN) has been a national leader in turning research and innovation into meaningful, real-world impact for children and youth with NDs, and their families. With approximately one in ten children and youth in Canada living with an ND, KBHN is dedicated to scaling and spreading evidence-based solutions — and ensuring they reach the children and families who need them most.

The KBH+ Conference 2026 builds on this strong foundation, convening voices from research, practice, community, policy, and innovation to spark collaboration and accelerate change. Under the theme, “From Evidence to Everywhere: Scaling and Sustaining Innovations for Kids,” this conference is a bold call to action: to move proven approaches beyond pilot projects and into everyday practice, ensuring early identification, effective interventions, and family supports are accessible, sustainable, and impactful for every child.

On October 20, the KBH+ Pitch Competition puts innovation in the spotlight. Emerging health innovators take the stage to pitch bold, evidence-based solutions for children and youth with NDs — competing live before a panel of judges and an audience of the people who can help bring their ideas to life. It’s more than a competition. It is a launchpad, connecting promising ideas with the mentorship, visibility, and growth partners they need to move from concept to real-world impact.

That evening, the Kids Brain Health Foundation (KBHF) marks a milestone — 10 years of turning generosity into impact for kids and families. Join KBHF at the Telus Convention Centre in Calgary to celebrate a decade of progress, honour the community that made it possible, and invest in the next ten years of scaling solutions that change lives. An evening of connection, celebration, and shared commitment to helping every child reach their full potential.

Learn more about the KBH+ Conference 2026 and register today: https://kidsbrainhealth.ca/kbh-conference-2026/