The BCSLS and the Symposium committee are now accepting applications to present at our upcoming BCSLS Symposium in Surrey, BC.
Dates: March 5 & 6, 2026
Where: Surrey KPU – Kwantlen Polytechnic University - 12666 72 Ave, Surrey, BC
BCSLS is a professional association of medical laboratory technologists and medical laboratory assistants, working in both public and private laboratories throughout BC.
The BCSLS Annual Symposium brings together laboratory professionals, educators, and industry representatives from across the province and nationally.
Our speaker agenda encompasses all laboratory disciplines and includes a broad spectrum of topics.
The number of attendees at each presentation can range from 120 to 300.
Delegates are participating in-person and virtually
ALL PRESENTERS MUST PRESENT IN-PERSON
Presentation options:
50 minutes +10 minute Q&A
25 min + 5 min Q&A
Other … We are open to your ideas.
Deadlines
o October 20th, 2025 - Presentation submission deadline. See below application link
o October 20 – November 15 - Selection process
o Nov 25, 2025 - Speakers will be notified
o Dec 15 – Speakers must confirm participation by officially registering as a presenter. A link will be emailed to you upon acceptance of presentation.
Abstract Application Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Symp26AbstractSubmission
In your application you will need to supply the following information:
Name, email, cell phone, job title
Name of co-presenter if you choose to have one
Speaker bio (200-300 words)
Confirming your availability on certain event dates and times.
Presentation information
Presentation type and duration.
Presentation topic (up to 20 words)
Presentation title if you have it now.
Abstract / Description (Max 200 words)
Intended Audience?
Has the content been presented elsewhere?
Eligibility criteria
o Dates of availability
o Locality
o Audience Experience level
o Your experience in delivering presentations
Terms and conditions.
Agreement and confirmation of certain policies and procedures
Recorded presentations will be available to delegates for 6 weeks after the event
Deadline for PowerPoint submission is February 15, 2026
Speakers must present in-person
Speakers’ benefits
o We invite you to attend some or all of the Symposium.
o Join us for Lunch.
o A thank you gift.
o If you would like us to promote any of your materials on our social media, we will.
o You can request that we gather testimonials or reviews of your presentation.
o Parking Costs
We thank you in advance for your support of the BCSLS Symposium.
If you have any further questions, please email angie@bcsls.net
