Why the new location? 

oCUBE is an open consortium with members across Canada. We've heard the voices of our members that our previous UnConferences weren't always as accessible as they need to be. To be more inclusive of current members and potential members, we'll be rotating in-person locations within and across Canada. Join us in Winnipeg in 2027 for the start of a new era!

Will this affect the UnConference experience?

No! The oCUBE UnConference has always and will continue to prioritize sharing knowledge, building community, and focusing on the issues and interests of the participants--that's central to the UnConference format. Expect that to remain the same regardless of location. 

The general structure of the conference will involve participants building of the conference schedule. A draft schedule for 2027 is available here: Draft 2027 In-Person UnConference Schedule

Registration Fee Structure

The 2027 UnConference will have a Registration Fee paid to oCUBE, to cover the cost of conference space and materials, as well as meals and snack breaks during the conference program. Separate from this Registration Fee, participants will be responsible for coordinating and paying for transportation to/from Winnipeg, local accommodation, and evening dinners.

oCUBE recognizes that many people--including students, post-doctoral fellows, and faculty/staff with sessional / contract positions have limited access to professional expense accounts. Consequently, like our oCUBE membership fee structure, we have a Subsidized Registration option to help support attendance for individuals with limited funding. Registration requires active oCUBE membership status for the 2027-2028 membership year. Individuals who are not registered members for the year will be required to become members for the 2027-2028 year:  

See the Membership webpage for information on membership. 

Cost comparison between 2026 and 2027:

Estimated cost structure for 2027 at University of Manitoba

• Full Registration Fee for oCUBE Member including ($300)
• 3 breakfasts
• 3 lunches 
• 5 snack breaks
• conference location cost (i.e. conference room rental)
• Single occupancy on-campus residence accommodation for 3 nights (~$95/night)
• Evening meals for 3 nights (~$100)
• Round-trip flight from Toronto to Winnipeg (as an example, ~$300*)
• Local transport (e.g. Uber from airport: $35 one-way; ~$100)

Estimated TOTAL: $1100 CAD

* flight estimate based on economy class travel searched through Expedia for Tuesday-Friday travel, 1 person, no checked luggage from Toronto Pearson airport

Cost structure for 2026 at Shamrock Lodge

• Meals and accommodation for 3 days (paid to Shamrock Lodge, $525/night): 
• 3 breakfasts
• 3 lunches
• 2 dinners
• 5 snack breaks
• conference location cost (i.e. meeting space at the Lodge)
• Single occupancy accommodation for 3 nights
  
• Car-rental and gas from Toronto to Shamrock (as an example, $250 for 3 day rental* + $50 gas)

Estimated TOTAL: $1875 CAD

* car rental estimate based on economy / compact car via Enterprise Car Rental as a private citizen (no corporate account); add-on insurance not included. 

What should you watch for?

Information about the 2027 UnConference registration and related events will be communicated through the monthly oCUBE "Buzz" (our newsletter), including: 

• opening of the registration portal:  expected August 2026
• information on accommodation options in Winnipeg: suggested locations and cost estimates expected August 2026; official year-of pricing released in January 2027
• a "plan your trip" meeting where participants can work to find and book transportation and accommodation (help each other find the best deals!):  January 2027
• regular community-building opportunities during which registrants AND people thinking about registering can get to know one another, learn more about the UnConference format / experience, discuss interests / issues in teaching and learning (which may spark ideas for potential conference sessions that you could facilitate!): multiple times throughout the 2026-2027 school year, leading up to May 2027