Webinar Registration
The CARA webinars program provides research administrators and managers professionals, sector-specific learning and professional development. These webinars consistently deliver value and keep you informed about developing trends, best practices and practical solutions. CARA webinars are $65 (plus tax) for members and $250 (plus tax) for non-members (as of April 1st 2025), unless otherwise noted.
We offer a group rate of $455 (plus tax) for a group of up to 10 registrants. The group should constitute at least 7 registrants and include a minimum of 4 CARA members for a full group capacity. For inquiries, please contact coordinator@cara-acaar.ca. Webinars typically start right on time, so please log-in a few minutes early to prevent late access.
On Demand Webinars
Please note the purchase of archived webinars will allow you one time access to the recording. After viewing the recording once, it will disappear from your profile. The distribution of archived webinars is disabled.
Current Webinars
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Grant Facilitators’ Journal Club Series 2026-27
The next Grant Facilitators’ Journal Club is Friday, September 11 at 2pm EDT.
Join us, every second Friday of the month, to share your reflections, experiences, and get advice from others as we … more
Event Date: Recurring | City: | Venue: Online
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Let's Talk AI Club 2026-2027
Next meeting: November 18, 2026, 12-1PM EST.
Topic: The Machines are Watching: Surveillance through the expanding use of AI and over-granting of agency Join our bi-monthly “Let’s Talk AI” Club … more
Event Date: Recurring | City: | Venue: Online
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College Best Practices - Discussion Group
These interactive, bi-monthly meetings invite college research administrators to share information about the strengths and challenges of their research offices. Newer offices to seasoned setups that … more
Event Date: Recurring | City: | Venue: Online
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On Demand - CARA Webinar Recordings
Missed a live CARA webinar? You may now purchase access to past live 60-90 minute webinars and panels, using this event purchase.
Please contact CARA Manager, Programs and Services Alison Prescott … more
Event Date: Recurring | City: | Venue: Online
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Welcome to CARA: CARA Members' Orientation
October 8, 2026, 12-1pm EDT.
Welcome to the Canadian Association of Research Administration. This webinar is a free information session on how to maximize the value of your CARA membership, and … more
Event Date: 08 Oct 2026 | City: | Venue: Online
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Webinar Series - Coaching Approach in Research Administration
Coaching Approach in Research Administration - Webinar Series (Certificate upon completion)
A 4 Part Series on Coaching Approach in Research Administration:
Part 1 - October 26: Developing … more
Event Date: 26 Oct 2026 | City: | Venue: Online
Member Tickets Webinar Series - Coaching Approach in Research Administration $215.00 Register (members) Non-Member Tickets Webinar Series - Coaching Approach in Research Administration $890.00 Register -
Coaching Approach in Research Administration - Developing coaching mindset
October 26, 2026, 12-1:15pm ET.
Participants who complete all four sessions will receive a “Coaching Approach in Research Administration” certificate. Develop a highly sought-after skill of … more
Event Date: 26 Oct 2026 | City: | Venue: Online
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Coaching Approach in Research Administration - Maintaining presence and creating trust
October 28, 2026, 12-1:15pm ET.
Participants who complete all four sessions will receive a “Coaching Approach in Research Administration” certificate. Develop a highly sought-after skill of … more
Event Date: 28 Oct 2026 | City: | Venue: Online
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Coaching Approach in Research Administration - Active listening
November 3, 2026, 12-1:15pm ET.
Participants who complete all four sessions will receive a “Coaching Approach in Research Administration” certificate. Develop a highly sought-after skill of … more
Event Date: 03 Nov 2026 | City: | Venue: Online
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Beyond the Office: Strategic Visibility for Research Administrators and Building Professional Identity through Measurable Impact
November 4, 2026, 12-1pm EDT. Research administrators and facilitators create substantial value behind the scenes through coordination, judgment, relationship-building, problem-solving, risk … more
Event Date: 04 Nov 2026 | City: | Venue: Online
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Coaching Approach in Research Administration - Facilitate Growth
November 5, 2026, 12-1:15pm ET. Participants who complete all four sessions will receive a “Coaching Approach in Research Administration” certificate. Develop a highly sought-after skill of … more
Event Date: 05 Nov 2026 | City: | Venue: Online
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Webinar Series - Understanding Financial Processes: From Pre-Award to Grant Closeout
November 9, 16, 23, 12-1pm ET. Certificate Upon Completion
Following completion of all three sessions, participants will receive an "Understanding Financial Processes" CARA Certificate. … more
Event Date: 09 Nov 2026 | City: | Venue: Online
Member Tickets Webinar Series - Understanding Financial Processes: From Pre-Award to Grant Closeout $180.00 Register (members) Non-Member Tickets Webinar Series - Understanding Financial Processes: From Pre-Award to Grant Closeout $700.00 Register -
Understanding Financial Processes: From Pre-Award to Grant Closeout - Part One
November 9, 2026, 12-1pm EDT.
Are you or your staff new to research administration and want to develop more knowledge on research finance and the research funding lifecycle? Join presenters from … more
Event Date: 09 Nov 2026 | City: | Venue: Online
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Understanding Financial Processes: From Pre-Award to Grant Closeout - Part Two
November 16, 2026 12-1pm ET. Are you or your staff new to research administration and want to develop more knowledge on research finance and the research funding lifecycle?
Join presenters from … more
Event Date: 16 Nov 2026 | City: | Venue: Online
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Understanding Financial Processes: From Pre-Award to Grant Closeout - Part Three
Are you or your staff new to research administration and want to develop more knowledge on research finance and the research funding lifecycle?
Join presenters from the University of Victoria for a … more
Event Date: 23 Nov 2026 | City: | Venue: Online
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Research Data Management in Unsettling Times
November 24, 2026, 12-1pm EST. Research Data Management (RDM) has always been challenging given the competing demands of open sharing of data, long-term preservation of data, security of research, … more
Event Date: 24 Nov 2026 | City: | Venue: Online
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Too Much to Do, Not Enough Time: Managing Workload in Research Administration
November 26, 2026, 12-1:30pm EDT (90-minute webinar)
Research administrators are navigating increasingly complex demands, rising compliance requirements, expanding responsibilities, and … more
Event Date: 26 Nov 2026 | City: | Venue: Online