7th Annual Canadian
Plant-Based Nutrition & Health Conference 2026
Where Evidence Becomes Action
for People & Planet
Food is a universal and powerful force. Every day, at every meal, it shapes our health, our communities, and the world we share.
The Canadian Plant-Based Nutrition & Health Conference brings together health professionals, researchers, and individuals to explore how plant-based nutrition can improve health outcomes while supporting people and planet.
Grounded in evidence. Designed for real-world living.
Open to all.
May 30, 2025 | Hybrid – Toronto + Online
2026 Conference at a Glance
Theme: Sustainable Health for People & Planet
Date: 2026 May 30
Format: Hybrid — Live in Toronto & Online
Location: OBA Conference Centre
20 Toronto St (near King & Yonge)
Online participants join a fully hosted live experience, can submit questions during speaker Q&A, and engage with fellow attendees through group chat and discussion.
Each year, the Conference serves as a national gathering point for learning, collaboration, and community building — translating research into practice and building momentum for sustainable health.
Impact highlights
Bridges nutrition science, clinical practice, and lived experience
Supports healthcare professionals with practical, evidence-based education
Equips individuals with knowledge and confidence to support their health
Connects personal health with planetary sustainability
Fuels Plant-Based Canada’s year-round education, resource development, community collaboration.
For Health Professionals
Designed for physicians, dietitians, nurses, and allied health professionals seeking practical, evidence-based education they can apply immediately in practice.
Patient-centred, clinically relevant content
Applicable across disciplines and care settings
Supports prevention-focused, lifestyle-informed care
For Individuals (non-health professionals)
Welcoming individuals interested in plant-based living, their health options, community support, and understanding how everyday choices impact personal and planetary health.
Clear, evidence-informed learning
Practical and accessible — not extreme or prescriptive
Builds confidence in conversations with healthcare providers
For Not-for-Profit Organizations & Community Leaders
Connecting the conversation to our daily lives, communities and wider world with not-for-profit organizations and community leaders participating.
Explore how plant-based nutrition intersects with community health, equity, and sustainability
Learn from healthcare, policy, and community perspectives working toward shared goals
Share your experience with a national network of organizations and leaders advancing sustainable health
Continuing Education Credits
The Conference is approved for Maintenance of Certification (MOC) from the American and International Boards of Lifestyle Medicine (ABLM/IBLM).
Program & Topics
Each year’s program reflects emerging research, clinical experience, and practical implementation. Program themes include:
Plant-based nutrition in chronic disease prevention
Translating evidence into patient-centred care
Sustainable food systems and planetary health
Addressing barriers, equity, and access in nutrition care
Conference Speakers
The Conference features a diverse range of speakers — including physicians, dietitians, researchers, educators, and community leaders — united by a commitment to evidence-based practice and practical solutions.
Join us to learn, connect, and help shape a healthier future for people and planet.
Sustainable health is possible — and progress doesn’t require perfection.
FAQ
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The Conference is designed for both health professionals and individuals interested in evidence-based plant-based nutrition.
Health professionals attend for continuing education and practical tools for patient care. Individuals attend to better understand the science behind plant-based health and how to apply it in everyday life.
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No. While the Conference includes continuing education for healthcare professionals, it is open to anyone interested in plant-based nutrition, sustainable health, and practical solutions grounded in evidence.
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The Conference is offered in a hybrid format. You can attend live in Toronto or join online from anywhere.
Online participants can attend sessions in real time and submit questions directly to speakers.
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The live in person venue of the of the conference is at the OBA Conference Centre in Toronto. It is located downtown near King & Yonge at 20 Toronto Street, 2nd Floor (M5C 2B8).
This is the same venue as the 2025 conference.
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Yes. The full program and session details will be shared with all the participants in advance of the conference day, as well as all the additional materials provided for the participants to make the most of the day.
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Yes. Registered participants will have access to the recordings of the presentations for three-months following the Conference, allowing you to revisit sessions or watch those you may have missed.
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The Conference is approved for Maintenance of Certification (MOC) from the American and International Boards of Lifestyle Medicine (ABLM/IBLM).
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The online experience is fully hosted and interactive. Online participants attend sessions live, can submit questions to speakers during Q&A periods, chat with other online participants and join in conference polls.
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Your ticket includes access to the full day of conference sessions (live or online), interactive Q&A with speakers, three-month access to session recordings, in-person meals provided, workbook, and continuing education credits where applicable.
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Yes, register for an online ticket. You will have three-months to watch the conference presentations. You’ll also receive all communications, and all support materials shared with the registered participants.
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We understand unavoidable issues can arise. Please submit any refund requests by May 24, 2026.