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STRONGER TOGETHER
ACIFA is the Alberta Colleges and Institutes Faculties Association, a representative professional association that acts as the provincial voice for its members, the academic staff associations of Alberta's colleges and technical institutes. Through the collective action and resources of its members, ACIFA promotes the professional and economic well being of college and technical institute faculty in the interest of advancing the quality of post-secondary education in Alberta. Membership currently includes the Academic Staff or Faculty Associations of the 13 public post-secondary institutions from the original college sector: comprehensive community colleges, polytechnics, and Alberta University of the Arts.
MAY 3 - 5, 2026
Join us for the 2026 ACIFA Conference at the stunning Jasper Park Lodge in Jasper, Alberta!
This event is designed to support faculty members with over 30 engaging presentations. It's an excellent opportunity for professional growth and networking.
Mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable experience in the heart of nature.
We look forward to seeing you there!
2026 ACIFA CONFERNCE
IMPORTANT DATES
Call for Presentations
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Applications Available October 15, 2025
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Deadline January 7, 2026
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Presenters Notified by February 2, 2026
Award Nominations
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Nomination Forms Available - October 31,2025
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Nomination Deadline - January 2, 2026
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Winners Announced - February 9, 2026
Conference Registration Opens - January 20, 2026
What's New!
ACIFA/CAFA Joint Project - The Mintz Expert Panel
Rebuilding Alberta's Post-Secondary Education (PSE) System: Funding model consideration to future- proof PSE.
ACIFA/CAFA Joint Report to The Mintz Expert Panel
ACIFA/CAFA Joint Presentation to The Mintz Expert Panel
WHAT WE DO
Contract Negotiation & Dispute Resolution Support
Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Award
Innovation in Teaching Award
Distinguished Instructor Award
Advocate for Post-Secondary Education
Annual Conference; Professional Development
Information Exchange.
CURRENT PRIORITIES
ACIFA is enhancing lobbying efforts at the local and provincial level
ACIFA is building community, both internally and externally
ACIFA is monitoring the evolving structure and funding of PSE in Alberta, and the impact on faculty work in the context of other systemic changes, and is looking at how to support faculty through these changes
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