10235 - 101 Street Edmonton Alberta Canada T5J3E9
It’s that time again! We’re getting ready for our annual AGM and Technical Conference, and early bird registration is now open. Registering early helps us with planning—and saves you a few dollars along the way.
Conference Details
March 17–18, 2026
Sandman Signature Edmonton Downtown Hotel
This year’s conference is a two-day, fully in-person event, allowing the organizing committee to focus on delivering a rich and engaging educational experience. The AGM will be offered as a limited hybrid meeting, so members who are unable to attend in person can still participate.
Speakers & Program
Our program includes some exciting speakers and topics, including:
- Occupational exposure to infectious Disease – A cross industry perspective
- Confined Space Strategies
- Heat Stress, a deeper dive into ACGIH methodology and international standards
- Hydrogen Process Hazards, Panel Presentation from a IH, Process Safety Engineer and Gas Detection Manufacturer
- Wildfire Mass Debris Removal – Jasper Case Study
- Effects of Non-auditory Noise Exposure
- SDS Authoring & Chemical Management Initiatives for Industrial Hygienists
| Event Brochure |
Hotel Room Block
We’ve secured a limited room block at the hotel, offering approximately 15% off nightly rates for out-of-town attendees.
These rooms are limited. Please call the hotel directly to book and request the conference room block rate.
Sandman has updated its hotel booking options with a discount.
Please see the booking details below for your reference:
Web Access Code: 2603AIHAAL
BOOKING LINK: https://reservations.sandmanhotels.com/113066?&groupID=5124441#/
Social Evening Activity
This year’s social activity is an Edmonton Oilers hockey game 
The hotel offers pedestrian access directly to the arena, so you can leave your parkas behind and grab your jerseys!
The event includes all-you-can-eat buffet-style food and soft drinks.
What’s Next
More details—including the full itinerary, speaker list, and AGM information—will be shared mid-February.
Please see the conference rates below, and complete your registration through our website using the links provided.
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Registration Rates
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Early Bird Rates
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Standard Rates
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Register before February 20, 2026
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Register after February 20 – Before March 10.
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Member
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Non-Member
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Member
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Non-Member
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Full Registration (2 days + evening activity)
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$500.00
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$650.00
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$575.00
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$750.00
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Full Registration (2 days + no evening activity)
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$400.00
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$550.00
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$475.00
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$650.00
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Student Full Registration (2 days + evening activity)
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$200.00
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$350.00
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$200.00
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$350.00
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Day 1 + Evening Activity
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$350.00
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$450.00
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$400.00
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$550.00
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Day 2 only
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$200.00
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$300.00
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$275.00
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$375.00
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Additional Ticket for Evening Activity (Spouse / Friend / Industry partner)
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$190.00
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$200.00
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$190.00
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$200.00
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Sponsor Additional Attendees Conference only
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$240.00
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Sponsor Additional Attendee Evening Activity
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$200.00
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| Visit this link for Member Registration |
| Visit this link for Guest Registration. |
Our Proud Sponsors
2026 CALL FOR NOMINATIONS
Want to get involved with the Alberta Local Section? Want some free professional development opportunities? Here is your opportunity!
The Alberta Local Section of the AIHA is seeking nominations for the following executive positions:
- President-Elect (1-year term that transitions into the President role. For this role, you must be the AIHA National member)
- Secretary (2-year term)
- Education Director & Maintenance Points (2-year term)
- Webmaster (2-year term)
These positions will be elected at the 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Benefits include CM points for certifications and the ability to attend symposiums and education sessions sponsored by the Local Section free of charge. In addition, reasonable travel expenses to attend meetings can be covered.
Any member in good standing interested in serving in one of these positions is asked to complete/submit the Nominee Information Form online prior to the AGM.
Notes:
- You can nominate yourself!
- Contact any past or current executive member for more information.
| Executive Nomination Form |
2026 AWARD OF RECOGNITION NOMINATION
The AIHA – Alberta Section provides the opportunity for recognition of individuals who have contributed to advancing the occupational hygiene profession and/or Local Section. This award allows members of the Alberta Local Section to acknowledge our peers for going the extra mile.
The Alberta Local Section would like you to think about the contributions of your peers and nominate someone who has made a significant difference. Attached is a questionnaire that asks you to describe the contributions of that special person.
Some examples of contributions that the Alberta Local Section recognizes:
- Long-term service to the Local Section including the Executive;
- Mentoring new entrants/professionals in the occupational hygiene field;
- Educating/giving presentations about the field of occupational hygiene;
- Enhancing the profession of occupational hygiene;
- Nominations must identify and explain the contribution the individual made;
- You may nominate any Alberta Local Section member, other than yourself;
- All nominations are treated equally and there are no “categories”;
- The names of the nominator will be kept confidential;
- The names of all nominees will be published;
- The award will be presented at the 2025 Annual General Meeting.
Richard Mathieson
Secretary – Alberta Local Section – AIHA
E-mail:
| Award of Recognition – Nomination Form |