Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity

The Banff Inflammation Workshop (BIW 2027) will take place January 21–24, 2027, at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity in Banff, Alberta, Canada.

Nestled in the heart of Banff National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Banff Centre is an internationally recognized learning and conference facility, surrounded by the stunning Canadian Rockies.

Treaty 7 Territory Acknowledgment

Located on the side of Sleeping Buffalo Mountain in Treaty 7 territory, this is a sacred place for Indigenous peoples, where generations have gathered for ceremony and celebration — a tradition that continues today. The Banff Centre is deeply committed to Truth and Reconciliation, fostering respectful relationships with Indigenous communities.

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM; the bell desk can store luggage earlier. Late check-out (after 11:00 AM) may incur a fee.

• Check-in: 4:00 PM (luggage can be stored earlier)
• Check-out: 11:00 AM (late check-out may incur a fee)

• Check-In: Professional Development Centre
• Accommodation: Max Bell Building and Professional Development Centre
• Scientific Sessions: Max Bell Building
• Breakfast: Sally Borden Building
• Lunch and Dinner: Kinnear Centre
• Poster Sessions: Kinnear Centre

The Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity is located about 130 km (80 miles) west of Calgary, in Banff National Park — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Address: 107 Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff, Alberta T1L 1H5, Canada

Travel from Calgary Airport (YYC) to Banff takes about 2 hours. We recommend the Banff Airporter Shuttle, which provides direct service to the Banff Centre. Conference participants receive a 15% discount with promo code inflammation.

Paid parking is available at the Banff Centre for those who choose to drive.

Visa & Entry Requirements: International attendees should verify visa and entry requirements for Canada before booking travel.

The Town of Banff is located inside Banff National Park, Canada’s first and the world’s third national park, established in 1885.

• The park covers 6,641 square kilometres (2,564 square miles), 96 percent of which is wilderness.
• Banff National Park is one of four adjacent parks that together form the Canadian Rocky Mountain Parks UNESCO World Heritage Site, designated in 1984.

Banff is one of the world’s premier travel destinations. Excellent skiing, hiking, dining, and shopping are just minutes from the conference venue, offering attendees both inspiration and recreation in an extraordinary natural setting.

A Park Pass is required for anyone visiting Banff. Park Passes can be purchased online, at the park gates if driving to Banff National Park, or in person at the Visitor Centres in Banff and Lake Louise.