The Graduate Student Conference provides students and recent graduates with a unique platform to present their research, create professional connections, and hone their skills for the future. The 2021 virtual edition will feature a series of themed sessions, where participants will be given the opportunity to present their research and receive constructive feedback from a panel of high-profile judges who are active decision makers in industry, government, academia, and think tanks across Canada.

This year's themes are Arctic Security, Force Development and Capabilities, and Alliances & Posture.