Winnipeg 2026 – Creative and Collaborative Partnerships that Drive Meaningful Change
Creative and Collaborative Partnerships that Drive Meaningful Change
Join us in Winnipeg for a forward-looking event exploring how creative collaboration and strategic partnerships are transforming healthcare infrastructure across the region.
This program will examine the critical role healthcare facilities play in community revitalization, with a focus on downtown Winnipeg’s renewal and the economic and social benefits that follow. From capital investments that enhance operational performance to culturally responsive designs for Indigenous and newcomer communities, we’ll explore how thoughtful planning can improve patient outcomes, workforce experience, and long-term sustainability.
Sessions will also highlight the importance of therapeutic outdoor spaces, the application of CSA Z8008 standards for facility assessment and reuse, and innovative approaches to cancer care coordination across the care continuum.
Connect, learn, and help shape the future of healthcare infrastructure in Winnipeg.
Ice-Breaker Welcome Reception – September 30. Tickets available below. Details TBA.
Early Bird Pricing until June 15!
Annual Sponsors
Event Sponsors
Featured Speakers
Craig B. Doerksen
MFM, P.Eng
Todd Blackman
Jim Ludlow
Jerald Peters
Diego Morettin
BArch | OAA | MRAIC | EDAC
Conference Topics
Community Revitalization and Health Services as a Community Asset
Examining the role of healthcare infrastructure in the revitalization of downtown Winnipeg and its impact on economic and social development
Linking health capital investments to improved operations
Capital projects are an opportunity to enhance efficiency, patient flow, workforce experience and long-term operational performance
Designing for Indigenous Health and New Canadians
Creating culturally responsive healthcare environments that improve patient experiences, accessibility and health outcomes
Healthy outdoor Space for Staff and Patients
Leveraging therapeutic landscapes, green spaces and outdoor amenities to support staff well-being, productivity and patient recovery
The Assessment of Facilities for Reuse and Adaptation
Incorporating the specific type of health needs and aligning with risk typologies, including the application of CSA Z8008
Managing the scope of Cancer Care
Exploring Winnipeg region’s capital-led initiatives to improve coordination capacity and operational performance across the entire care continuum
Conference Objectives
- Highlight key projects in Manitoba that are reshaping care in new ways that foster partnerships and promote health communities
- Learn about Manitoba’s approach to shared services that incorporates strategic use of resources in the region
- Partnerships with Indigenous and new communities and how these groups lead not influence health design
- Digging into the relationship between CapEx and Opx in builds and the interrelationship can make or break a project
- And more!
Draft Conference Agenda
*Agenda subject to change. The conference program will include interactive sessions, panels, a reception, and a guided tour TBC. More information will be available soon!
9:00 – 9:15 AM | Opening Remarks
9:15 – 10:00 AM |
10:00 – 10:30 AM | Break
10:30 – 11:15 AM |
11:15 – 12:15 PM |
12:15 – 1:15 PM | Lunch
1:15 – 2:30 |
2:30 – 3:15 PM |
3:15 – 3:45 PM | Break
3:45 – 4:20 PM |
4:20 – 5:00 PM |
5:00 – 6:30 PM | Networking Reception at Museum for Human Rights, Garden Of Contemplation
8:50 – 9:15 AM | Welcome and Introductions
9:15 – 10:15 AM |
10:15 – 10:45 AM | Break
10:45 – 11:30 AM |
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM |
12:00 – 1:00 PM | Lunch
1:00 PM | Wrap Up / Conference Close
* Delegates attending tour meet shuttle for departure
2:30 PM | TOUR: New Portage Regional Health Centre (transportation provided)
*Note: This tour requires a separate ticket (not included with conference registration). Purchase additional ticket to attend.
Join us for an exclusive tour of the newly completed Portage Regional Health Centre—a modern, two-story facility spanning approximately 275,000 square feet. Designed to meet the community’s evolving needs, the centre features 114 acute care beds and will offer medical care, palliative care, rehabilitation, family birthing, surgical services, and special care.
The building is complete, with final work focused on equipment and training ahead of the fall 2026 opening. Don’t miss this behind‑the‑scenes look at a landmark facility for the region.
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