IBFRA Conference 2026

Quebec City, Canada; August 24-28, 2026

Theme – “Living with disturbance: Resilience in boreal forests”

Over the week of August 24-28, IBFRA 2026 will bring together international leading experts to share the latest science and insights on boreal forest ecosystems, disturbances, ad climate change including plenary sessions with keynote speakers, social activities and more!

The 21st IBFRA Conference continues this tradition in 2026 and will serve as a vital platform for sharing cutting-edge research, strengthening partnerships, and informing sustainable forest management across the circumboreal region. Past conferences have taken place in countries across the boreal zone—including the USA, Canada, Russia, Finland, Sweden, Norway, China, and Austria—reflecting the truly international nature of this network.

Québec City, is the capital city of Canada’s French-speaking province Quebec. Situated on the Saint Lawrence River, Québec City is one of the oldest European settlements in North America and the ‘Historic District of Old Québec’ was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1985. Visit www.quebec-city.com/en.

Please note that abstracts will be accepted until February 1, 2026. Authors will be informed if their presentation is accepted by March 15, 2026. In order to remain in the programme, the registration deadline for Presenting Authors of accepted abstracts is April 15, 2026.