Indigenous Innovation Summit

CALL FOR SPEAKERS
2nd Annual Indigenous Innovation Summit

September 22–24, 2026 | Montréal, Québec
Co-Hosted by McGill University – Desautels Faculty of Management

Building Indigenous Innovation Through Research, Partnerships, and Action

Luminary invites expressions of interest from speakers, panellists, facilitators, researchers, Indigenous leaders, practitioners, Economic Development Corporations (EDCs), students, and collaborators to participate in the 2nd Annual Indigenous Innovation Summit.

Luminary is an Indigenous-led innovation initiative connecting academic institutions and research organizations with Indigenous communities, businesses, and economic development organizations. Supported through Indigenous Works, Luminary strengthens Indigenous research, innovation, and economic collaboration through Indigenous-led partnerships, knowledge mobilization, and systems transformation initiatives.

The Summit brings together Indigenous business and community leaders, business schools, researchers, industry, government, and partners to advance Indigenous-led innovation and strengthen a shared ecosystem rooted in Indigenous knowledge, economic self-determination, and community well-being.

Speaker Requirement
All proposed sessions must include an Indigenous partner, co-presenter, collaborator, or Indigenous organization actively involved in the work being presented.

Priority Areas
• Research Collaborations
• Curriculum & Pedagogy
• Partnerships & Relationships
• Two-Eyed Seeing & Innovation
• Indigenous Well-Being & Innovation
• Indigenous AI & Emerging Technologies
• Agriculture & Applied Innovation
• Multi-Disciplinary Research Collaborations

Presentation Formats
• TED Talk (7 or 18 minute sessions)
• Panel Discussion
• Interactive Workshop
• Innovation Showcase
• Facilitated Dialogue
• Research Presentation
• Community Case Study

HOW TO SUBMIT AN ABSTRACT

Email: admin@luminary.works
Subject Line:
Indigenous Innovation Summit 2026 – Abstract Submission

Include:
1. Session Title
2. 250–500 Word Abstract
3. Proposed Format
4. Speaker Biography(ies)
5. Description of Indigenous Partner Involvement and Role
6. Key Outcomes or Participant Takeaways
7. Accessibility or Technical Requirements

Submission Deadline: Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Notification of Acceptance: June 15–25, 2026

Travel
Presenters are responsible for travel costs. Reduced registration rates are available for all speakers, and travel support opportunities may be available for special circumstances. 

Join us as we strengthen partnerships, elevate Indigenous-led innovation, and build practical pathways that transform economies, employment, and well-being.