General Information

Click here to view general information that will help make the conference more enjoyable!


The International Biometric Society warmly invites you to the XVIII International Biometric Conference in Victoria, Canada, traditional territory of the Lekwungen First Nations and capital city of British Columbia. Victoria is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island off Canada’s Pacific Coast. The conference will be held at the Victoria Conference Centre, adjacent to the famous Empress Hotel. Victoria is named the City of Gardens and has easy access to recreational activities such as kayaking, whale watching, hiking, and much more. The temperate climate and relaxed island lifestyle should make for a memorable 28th IBC.

Scientific Programme

Sunday, July 10 Four Short Courses to chose from
Monday, July 11 Opening Ceremony & Presidential Address
Monday Evening, July 11 Young Statisticians’ Showcase (YSS) Session
Tuesday, July 12 Special Session: Statistics in Practice
Tuesday Evening, July 12 Biometrics Showcase Session
July 11-15 Range of Invited Oral Sessions
July 11-15 Contributed Oral & Poster Sessions
Thursday, July 14 ISI Showcase Session
Friday, July 10 JABES Showcase Session

Social Programme

Sunday, July 10 Welcome Reception
Monday, July 11 Young Statisticians’ Mixer
Tuesday, July 12 Regional Officers’ Reception
Wednesday, July 13 Range of Social Excursions
Thursday, July 14 Banquet/Cultural Event