Satellite Conference Abstract Submissions

Each year, the CPA hosts an Annual Convention, bringing together more than 1,700 members from across Canada to share ideas, network, and advance psychological science. But, we know that important conversations don’t stop when Convention ends.

The Annual Satellite Conference is a dedicated two-day event that provides space for our members to engage in focused discussions on pressing topics.

This year’s theme is Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Psychology. Adapting to AI in psychology requires innovation, collaboration, and bold new ideas. This conference will serve as a platform to explore AI’s impact across the three pillars of the CPA: Science, Practice, and Education.

Application Requirements

All applicants must complete the Satellite Conference Submission Form. In order to complete the application, presenters should prepare their abstracts for submission using the abstract submission template CPA Satellite Conference Abstract Submission Form (PDF).

All submissions must include the following information:

1. Title of presentation/session
2. Author(s) info
3. Pillar alignment (i.e., Science, Practice, or Education)
4. Any additional information as required by application type (see below)

There are three formats for application:

1. Conference paper/12-minute talk (10 mins. + 2 mins. Q&A)
   • A brief discussion focused on a single topic or issue.
   • Presenters will be grouped into sessions thematically.
2. Panel discussion (55 mins.)
   • A longer discussion from three or four presenters on one or more issues.
   • Abstracts should include a description of the session as well as a brief description of each panelist’s contribution without identifying information.
3. Workshop (55 mins. or 85 mins.)
   • An interactive session intended to facilitate active learning and interaction including discussion and Q&A. At least half of the session should be dedicated to audience interaction.

Abstract guidelines:

1. Abstracts must be no longer than 1,400 characters, including in-text citations.
2. Abstracts are not required to include references, but references do contribute to character count.
3. Abstracts must not include any identifying information. Author names and affiliations should be provided in the Satellite Conference Submission Form only.

For questions or assistance, please contact Dr. Devin Fowlie at education@cpa.ca.