REGISTER FOR THE PRE-CONFERENCE TECHNICAL VISIT (May 17th)
Pre – Conference Tour: Workshop on Timber Structures in Fire: Risk, Resilience, and Innovation (Sunday, May 17th)
Overview
Held in conjunction with the 14th International Conference on Structures in Fire (SiF’26) and hosted at the Bergeron Centre and York University Fire Lab in Northern Toronto, this specialized workshop and technical tour focuses on fire-resilient timber structures within the broader context of structural fire engineering. Situated within an established research program in structural fire engineering, the workshop creates a focused forum for advancing discussion on fire safety in timber construction, a growing area of interest in Canada and internationally.
The workshop convenes professionals from academia, industry, and government in a think-tank setting guided by three expert panelists from Canada, the Americas, and the international community. Together, participants will examine contemporary challenges and emerging directions in timber structures exposed to fire. Discussions will broadly explore how risk is incorporated into national and international design frameworks, how alternative solution approaches may influence the representation and management of risk, and what deficiencies or vulnerabilities may arise in timber systems under fire conditions. The format is intended to support open, high-level exchange and critical reflection among participants.
The workshop concludes with a guided tour of Toronto’s newest tall timber landmark, Limberlost Place, offering further opportunities for informal dialogue and sustained professional connection within a rapidly advancing field.
Collectively, the workshop and tour strengthen the impact of SiF’26 while advancing applied knowledge on timber performance in fire and fostering collaboration across sectors.
Agenda:
- 8-12pm: York University
- Lunch
- 4:30pm: Limberlost Tour
Registration cost:
The pre-conference technical visit will have a cost of $65 CAD (Aprox. 45 €) plus applicable HST.
** A light breakfast and lunch will be provided, and guided group travel between the Bergeron Centre and Limberlost Place will take place via TTC Line 1 (Subway).
REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE (May 18th - 21st)
INCLUDES:
- Regular access to all scientific sessions
- Conference bag and badge
- Certificate of attendance
- Coffee breaks
- Lunches
- Conference Dinner
*Each registered participant can present a maximum of one paper
*Access to the conference proceedings (available at the beginning of the conference)
REGISTRATION PRICES
Regular Rates:
ON or BEFORE 28 Feb 2026: $675 CAD (approx. 450 €)
AFTER 28 Feb 2026: $750 CAD (approx. 500 €)
Student Rates:
ON or BEFORE 28 Feb 2026: $450 CAD (approx. 280 €)
AFTER 28 Feb 2026: $500 CAD (approx. 310 €)
NOTES:
- The Conference Dinner for participants and accompanying persons will take place on Wednesday, 20 May 2026
- Accompanying persons can participate in the dinner by paying a fee of $100 Canadian (approx. 70 €).
- Any registration cancellations must be submitted in writing by letter e-mail addressed to sif2026@queensu.ca .
- Reimbursements, if applicable, will only be processed after the conference.
- Cancellation requests received after March 31 will be subject to a fee of $150 Canadian (approx. 100€).
- No reimbursements will issued for cancellations made after May 1 .
REGISTER FOR THE POST-CONFERENCE TECHNICAL VISIT (May 22nd)
Post – Conference Tour: NRC Fire Lab Visit and Ottawa Sightseeing (Friday, May 22nd)
Overview
Participants of the Structures in Fire Conference are invited to join an exclusive technical tour of the National Research Council Canada’s Fire Safety Testing Facility in Ottawa. This leading Canadian research centre advances science and innovation across building, infrastructure, and community fire safety.
Established in 1958, NRC’s Fire Safety group supports research in structural fire performance, building fire safety, fire dynamics, smoke movement and tenability, wildfire and WUI fire behaviour, human behaviour and evacuation, fire-risk and resilience modelling, and performance-based design. During the tour, attendees will be introduced to NRC’s current research programs, multidisciplinary expertise, and the collaborations that help shape codes, standards, and next-generation fire-safety solutions for buildings and communities.
About the NRC Fire Safety Testing Facility
The National Research Council Canada is the Government of Canada’s largest federal research and development organization. With a mandate to deliver science and technology solutions that enhance public safety, strengthen the economy, and support climate and resilience objectives, the NRC works closely with industry, government, and academia. Its researchers drive innovation across construction, infrastructure, digital technologies, and environmental resilience through world-class expertise and collaborative research programs.
This guided tour offers a unique opportunity to explore how NRC’s fire research contributes to safer, more resilient buildings, infrastructure, and communities, and advances national and international progress in structural fire engineering.
Learn more:
NRC Website: https://nrc.canada.ca/en/
NRC Fire Safety Testing Facility: https://nrc.canada.ca/en/research-development/nrc-facilities/fire-safety-testing-facility
Tour Itinerary – Friday
Morning: NRC Fire Lab Visit
Departure from Kingston: 7:30 AM
Round-trip bus transportation will be provided for registered participants.
Arrival at NRC Fire Lab: 10:00 AM
Address: 1200 Montreal Road, Ottawa, ON — Building M59
Lab Tour: 10:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Explore NRC’s full-scale fire testing facilities
Meet NRC researchers and learn about ongoing fire safety and structural fire research
Discover how NRC innovations influence codes, standards, and design practices
Afternoon: Self-Guided Ottawa Sightseeing
Participants will have the afternoon free to explore Ottawa at their own pace. Transportation within the city and attraction tickets are the responsibility of participants.
Top Sightseeing Options
Downtown Ottawa
Parliament Hill – Iconic Gothic Revival architecture
ByWard Market – Shops, dining, local artisans
Rideau Canal – Scenic walks along a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Museums & Attractions
National Gallery of Canada: https://www.gallery.ca/
Canada Science and Technology Museum: https://ottawatourism.ca/en/see-and-do/canada-science-and-technology-museum
Canadian Museum of History: https://www.historymuseum.ca/
Canada Aviation and Space Museum: https://ottawatourism.ca/en/see-and-do/canada-aviation-and-space-museum
Diefenbunker – Canada’s Cold War Museum: https://diefenbunker.ca/
Dining
For excellent dining options, see Ottawa Tourism’s guide to the city’s top restaurants:
Return to Kingston
Departure from Ottawa: 5:30 PM
Arrival in Kingston: 8:30 PM
Notes
Advance registration is required. The tour will proceed only if there is sufficient interest. A sign-up link will be provided during the conference.
The post technical visit will have a cost of 150 CAD (Aprox. 95 €) and includes:
- Transportation: Round-trip bus transportation is provided for all registered participants.
- NRC Fire Lab tour
- Lunch and sightseeing activities will not be covered.