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The Chiefs of Ontario Education Sector are hosting the 2026 Education, Languages and Special Education Forum, taking place November 3–5, 2026, at the Valhalla Inn and Conference Centre in Thunder Bay, ON. This year’s theme, “Learning Across All Stages of Life”, reflects a holistic First Nations understanding of learning as a lifelong, interconnected journey rooted in language, culture, and community.

Date and Time: November 3-5, 2026, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST

Location:  Valhalla Hotel & Conference Centre,1 Valhalla Inn Rd, Thunder Bay, ON P7E 6J1

Who should attend: First Nation Education and Language Educators, Special Education Resource Teachers, Educational Assistants, Advocates, Directors, Technicians and Administrators

Registration: Coming Soon!

Accommodations: reservations@valhallahotel.ca

• Please note: A limited block of rooms has been set aside at the Valhalla Inn, Thunder Bay at a special group rate of $259.00 CAD per night plus applicable taxes. These rooms will be available at this rate until October 5, 2026.

• To book your accommodations, please call the hotel directly at 1 (800) 847-5075 or (416) 924-0611. You may also reserve your rooms online using the booking link provided above.

Agenda: Coming soon

Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/@ChiefsOfOntario

Please note: Presentations in the main plenary will be livestreamed on the Chiefs of Ontario YouTube page. Breakout sessions will be available in person only and will not be livestreamed