EduForum:

Advancing Experiential Learning

MARCH 24–26, 2026 • OISE, UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO

Spend three days in Toronto learning how Experiential Learning works in real classrooms and school systems. Through hands-on workshops, guided site visits, and focused peer exchange, EduForum helps K–12 teachers and school leaders turn ideas into action. Leave with practical strategies you can use right away in your school or district.


This event is limited to 20 participants. 
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Explore Experiential Learning as a driver for Student Engagement, Skill Development & Future Readiness.

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Experiential Learning In Practice

EduForum Highlights:

  • Curated field visits to Ontario elementary and secondary school learning environments showcasing Experiential Learning practices grounded in real school and system contexts

  • Collaborative workshops and peer learning that explore the pedagogical foundations, leadership practices, and implementation strategies that drive student engagement, skill development, and future readiness

  • Exploration of practical tools that support the design, measurement, and scaling of sustainable Experiential Learning

EduForum by the Numbers

20
Cohort Size — Intimate, High-Quality Experience
3
Full Days of Immersive Learning
$799
Registration Fee (+HST)

EduForum Facilitation Team

Meet the Team who will be sharing practice and learning with you at EduForum.

Day 1 ● Tuesday, March 24:

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Karen O'Meara

Community Connected Experiential Learning Consultant
YRDSB

EduForum Panelist & Showcase Presenter

Dr. Karen O’Meara advances mentorship, student agency, and inquiry-based learning to support meaningful, arts-based experiential learning across K-12 contexts.

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Jeremy Dickstein

Mentor & Assistant Curriculum Leader, ALPHA II Alternative Free School
TDSB

EduForum Panelist & Showcase Presenter

Jeremy Dickstein advances learner-centred, self-directed education and experiential pathways that build student agency, portfolio learning, and community engagement.

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Furheen Qureshi

EdTech Innovation Resource Teacher
PDSB

EduForum Panelist & Showcase Presenter

Furheen Qureshi advances practice-based experiential learning that supports ethical, inclusive use of emerging technologies and equity-centred decision-making in classrooms.

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Ian Da Silva

Centrally-Assigned Teacher & Program Coordinator, STEP to Construction
TDSB

EduForum Panelist

Ian Da Silva advances hands-on experiential learning in skilled trades, connecting students to real-world construction pathways and workforce opportunities.

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Elizabeth Straszynski

Science/Biology Teacher & Envirothon Coach
UTS

EduForum Panelist

Elizabeth Straszynski advances authentic, hands-on science learning through real-world inquiry and environmental stewardship, drawing on her background as a research biologist to support meaningful experiential learning.

Day 2 ● Wednesday, March 25:

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Vida Gardener

Principal
Fletcher's Creek Senior Public School
PDSB

EduForum School Field Visit Host

Vida Gardener advances experiential learning through technology integration, skilled trades pathways, and community partnerships that strengthen student achievement, inclusion, and future readiness across K-12 contexts.

 

 
 
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Daniel Kunanec

Assistant Curriculum Leader
Emerging Green Technologies & Environmental Stewardship
Don Mills Collegiate Institute
TDSB

EduForum School Field Visit Host

Daniel Kunanec advances experiential learning through innovative, sustainability-focused programming that integrates green industries, hospitality, and technological design through entrepreneurial, farm-to-table learning experiences.

Day 3 ● Thursday, March 26:

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Brian Kalakula

Partnerships & Innovation Officer
OISE, UofT

EduForum Panelist

Brian Kalakula advances collaborative partnerships that connect research, innovation, and applied learning across Canadian and international education systems.

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Larissa Barr

Centrally Assigned Assistant Coordinator, Experiential Learning
TDSB

EduForum Panelist

Larissa Barr advances community-connected experiential learning that supports skilled trades, STEM, entrepreneurship, and pathway exploration for K-12 students.

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Diane Di Meo

K-12 Programs & Pathways Consultant
YCDSB

EduForum Panelist

Diane Di Meo advances experiential pathway programs that connect secondary students with postsecondary partners, industry, and future career opportunities.

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Furheen Qureshi

EdTech Innovation Resource Teacher
PDSB

EduForum Panelist

Furheen Qureshi advances practice-based experiential learning that supports ethical, inclusive use of emerging technologies and equity-centred decision-making in classrooms.

With appreciation to our supporting organizations:

EduForum Schedule Overview

DAY 1

Tuesday, March 24, 2026:

Getting Started
with Experiential Learning 

  • Build trust and community among EduForum participants while launching a collective inquiry into Experiential Learning

  • Explore the pedagogical foundations and core principles of Experiential Learning

  • Hear voices from the field through a Practitioner Panel on getting started with Experiential Learning

  • Engage with a Practical Showcase highlighting examples of Experiential Learning across diverse school and system contexts

  • Gain an introduction to key frameworks and tools that support the design and implementation of Experiential Learning at the classroom, school, and system levels

DAY 2

Wednesday, March 25, 2026:

Experiential Learning in Action:
School Field Visits 

  • Participate in curated, school-based field visits to Ontario elementary and secondary learning environments:
    ○ AM: Elementary School Visit:
    Fletcher’s Creek Senior Public School (PDSB)
    ○ PM: Secondary School Visit:
    Don Mills Collegiate Institute
    (TDSB)

  • Observe Experiential Learning practices enacted in real classroom, school, and system contexts

  • Engage with school and system leaders to explore design choices, implementation strategies, and lessons learned

  • Examine how Experiential Learning supports student engagement, voice, identity, skill development, and future readiness 

DAY 3

Thursday, March 26, 2026:

Sustaining & Scaling Impact
with Experiential Learning

  • Reflect on School Field Visit insights through guided dialogue and collaborative reflection, connecting learning to implementation planning

  • Participate in hands-on Workshops focused on Implementing Sustainable Experiential Learning and Learning from Experience & Scaling Impact

  • Hear voices from the field through a Practitioner Panel exploring where to next for Experiential Learning and future-facing practice

  • Consolidate learning, connect insights to local contexts, and identify key takeaways to support continued collaboration, innovation, and impact beyond the EduForum

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Who Should Attend?

Educators and Education Leaders working across public, private, and independent school contexts in Ontario and Canada, including:

Classroom Educators: Teachers advancing Experiential Learning within classroom & interdisciplinary learning contexts

Teacher-Leaders & Instructional Coaches: Educators supporting the design, implementation, & spread of Experiential Learning practices

School Administrators: Principals & Vice-Principals leading Experiential Learning as part of school improvement

System & Centrally Assigned Leaders: Program Coordinators, Central Staff, & Superintendents scaling Experiential Learning across schools

Aspiring & Emerging Leaders: Educators building leadership capacity through Experiential Learning

Education Innovators & Partners: Practitioners advancing Experiential Learning through partnerships & applied practice

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What You'll Gain:

  • A deeper understanding of Experiential Learning foundations and inquiry-based pedagogies that elevate student voice, identity, and future readiness
  • Practical frameworks and tools to design, implement, measure, and scale Experiential Learning at the classroom, school, and system levels
  • Leadership strategies for sustaining Experiential Learning aligned with local contexts, global perspectives, and workforce development goals
  • Insights into how Experiential Learning strengthens engagement, transferable skills, and future pathways for students
  • A strengthened professional network connecting educators, leaders, and partners across Ontario and Canada
  • A certificate of participation from OISE Continuing & Professional Learning (CPL), University of Toronto
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Download the full EduForum Event Program

Get the full 3-day agenda for EduForum: Advancing Experiential Learning (March 24-26, 2026). See school visits, workshops, and facilitator details — all in one place.


A Small Group Experience 

EduForum is limited to 20 participants for a high-quality, intimate cohort experience.

Registration includes access to all EduForum programming, resources, and lunch & refreshments from March 24-26, 2026.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

When and where does EduForum take place?

EduForum: Advancing Experiential Learning takes place March 24-26, 2026, in Toronto, with sessions hosted at OISE, University of Toronto, and curated school field visits to Ontario elementary and secondary schools across the Greater Toronto Area (transportation to and from school field visits is included).

Who should attend EduForum?

EduForum is designed for educators and education leaders working across public, private, and independent school contexts in Ontario and Canada.

This includes classroom educators, teacher-leaders, instructional coaches, school administrators (principals and vice-principals), system and centrally assigned leaders, aspiring and emerging leaders, and education innovators and partners committed to advancing Experiential Learning in practice.

What will I gain from participating?

You will:

• Deepen your understanding of Experiential Learning through workshops, panels, and curated field visits to Ontario elementary and secondary schools
• Explore practical frameworks and tools for implementation and sustainability
• Reflect with peers through guided inquiry
• Earn a certificate from OISE Continuing & Professional Learning (CPL), University of Toronto
• Expand your professional network within a small, collaborative cohort

How do I register and what is the cost?

Registration is $799+HST per participant, to register: 

  • On this landing page, select any of the buttons to start the registration process:
    • Sign Up Now  /  Secure your Spot in the EduForum /  Register Now  / Join Waitlist
  • You will be prompted to log into the Learner Portal
  • Create an account, or use the “Forgot Username” or “Forgot Password” functions as needed 
  • Note: Password reset links expire after 30 minutes; if this occurs, simply repeat the reset process 
  • Complete your registration and submit payment online by credit card 
What's included in the registration fee?
Your registration covers full participation in the three-day EduForum program, including:

• Expert facilitation
• Access to exemplar schools during field visits
• All program materials
• Refreshments and lunch each day
• Transportation to and from field visit locations

 

What happens after I register?
  • You will receive a confirmation email upon successful registration and payment
  • A Welcome Email with event details and preparation materials will follow closer to the event date 
What if registration is full?
  • In the event that the EduForum you have selected is full, you may be able to place your name on a wait list
  • Wait lists are not available for every EduForum – if a wait list is available, you will see a link to it on the this landing page. If you add your name to the list, you'll be notified if a space becomes available for registration 
What is the Withdrawal and Refund Policy for the EduForum?

Withdrawal Deadline for Refund:
• Participant withdrawals received by 12:00 PM EST on March 9, 2026 are eligible for a 100% refund

How to Withdraw:
• To withdraw, email a written request to oise.cpl@utoronto.ca by the deadline noted above
• No refunds will be issued for participant withdrawals received after March 9, 2026

Program Cancellations:
• All EduForums are subject to sufficient registration
• OISE Continuing & Professional Learning reserves the right to cancel an EduForum if minimum registration is not achieved
• A full refund will be issued in the event of a cancellation

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, all participants receive a certificate of participation from OISE Continuing & Professional Learning, University of Toronto upon EduForum completion.

Can I use professional development funds to attend EduForum?

EduForum is an in-province professional learning experience aligned with Ontario education priorities, with a focus on Experiential Learning, professional capacity, and school improvement. Many Ontario schools and school boards provide professional learning allocations for experiences like this.

Participants are encouraged to check with their supervisor regarding eligibility and access to school- or board-level professional development funding to support attendance.

A justification letter template is available to support approval requests.

 

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