The Good Roads
Annual Conference

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Call for Proposals: 2025 Good Roads Conference 

Good Roads is now accepting proposals for plenary, concurrent, and technical sessions for the 131st annual Good Roads Conference. The Good Roads Conference brings together approximately 1800+ elected officials, staff, subject matter experts, and academics from all over the world. We invite you to share your expertise, insights, and groundbreaking ideas with our diverse audience. 

Conference Dates: March 30 – April 2, 2025
Location: Fairmont Royal York Hotel, Toronto, ON
Submission Deadline: September 30, 2024 

Topics of Interest 

We welcome proposals on a wide range of topics related to municipal transportation and infrastructure, including but not limited to: 

  • Active transportation 
  • Asset management 
  • Climate change adaptation / mitigation / carbon reduction 
  • Infrastructure funding 
  • Liability 
  • Road safety 
  • Smart cities 
  • Transportation economics 
  • Water/wastewater  
  • Workforce training, retention, and development 

Presentation Formats 

  • Plenary Presentation: 20–30-minute session. 
  • Concurrent Session: 75-minute session split between 2-3 speakers delving into a topic. 
  • Technical Session: 30–45-minute session delving into a technical topic. 

Submission Guidelines 

  1. Title: A concise and engaging title for your session. 
  2. Abstract: A 300-word summary of your presentation, including key takeaways. 
  3. Speaker Bio: A brief biography (100 words) for each presenter. 
  4. Format: Indicate your preferred presentation format (plenary, concurrent, technical). 
  5. Relevance: Explain how your presentation benefits attendees. 

How to Submit 

Please submit your proposals via our online submission form at the bottom of the page. For any questions, contact Thomas Barakat at thomas@goodroads.ca. 

Important Dates  

  • Proposal Submission Deadline: September 30, 2024 
  • Notification of Acceptance: November 2024 
  • Conference Dates: March 30 – April 2, 2025 

Why Present at the Good Roads Conference? 

  • Visibility: Showcase your work to industry leaders and decisionmakers.  
  • Networking: Connect with peers, potential collaborators, and stakeholders. 
  • Professional Development: Gain recognition and enhance your professional profile. 

We look forward to receiving your proposals and welcoming you to the 2025 Good Roads Conference! 

Submit Your Proposal