2026 WMAN Biennial Conference

By Western Mining Action Network
Western Mining Action Network is pleased to announce the 2026 WMAN Biennial Conference, Water is Life Past, Present and Future: Flowing Together to Protect the Next Seven Generations from Extractivism, will be held from September 27-30, 2026 in Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada.

The Conference will convene 150-200 people from mining-affected communities and allies working in legal aid, scientific support, and environmental NGO's for cross-cultural knowledge sharing; elevating Indigenous voices; leadership development; and training in environmental advocacy and democratic organizing.

Please Note: The Indigenous Caucus will meet on Saturday September 26. The Indigenous Caucus is for Indigenous participants only.

Conference Fees $180 USD for all 3 days
* Optional $70 USD per day of attendance, per person

Everyone wanting to attend the WMAN 2026 Biennial Conference must apply, including speakers, regardless of whether stipend assistance to cover travel and/or on-site costs is needed, as we must manage our space and cost logistics.

**Application is due by August 25, 2026. Applicants will receive a decision within 3 weeks after their application. Applications received after the cut off date will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Please complete one form for each person applying to attend.

** All applications will be reviewed, but we cannot guarantee your acceptance, space, accommodations, or support for travel and on-site costs.

If you have any questions please contact:

• Marvel Perkins, WMAN Conference Lead Logistics,[email protected]
• Laura Pitkanen, WMAN Network Coordinator, [email protected]