Frequently Asked Questions

  • We are a youth-led organization that creates a professional SPACE for Shia Muslim youth to learn, network, express creativity, and be empowered to be impactful members of society.

    Our goal is to cater to the educational, creative, and professional needs of Shi’a youth in the West through our annual conference and future initiatives.

  • The conference will be held in at the University of British Columbia UBC in Vancouver, Canada on November 10 & 11 2023.

    The program will begin at 4:00pm on Friday, November 10 & end at 9pm on Saturday, November 11.

  • If any of the following criteria apply to you, then this is the event for you!

    -Shia Individuals between the ages of 18-35.

    -Shia Undergraduate & Graduate Students

    -Recent Graduates - Classes of ‘19-’23

  • Early bird tickets are $40 USD & regular tickets are $55 USD. Early bird tickets end on August 1st. To purchase your tickets, click on this link.

    Tickets include access to all conference programming, 2 meals (dinner on Friday + lunch on Saturday), along with conference materials.

  • All purchased tickets are refundable until September 1st. Please email info@thespaceconference.org to request a refund.

  • Unfortunately, not. However, all workshops & panels will be recorded and will be available for subscribing members after the conference. Stay tuned for more information!

  • Yes! If you are attending the conference, you have access to a special rate at the Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront, which is only 20 minutes away from the venue, University of British Columbia (UBC) Great Hall.

    The hotel is offering the following rates:

    1) Single/Double rooms for $200CAD per night ($100CAD a night per person if two)

    2) 3 person room for $240CAD per night ($80CAD a night per person)

    3) 4 person room for $260CAD per night ($65CAD a night per person)

    To book your room please visit bit.ly/SPACE-Hotel. Please note that rooms are limited.

    For assistance with finding roommates please fill out this form

  • Absolutely! You will have the chance of meeting peers with similar career interests, network with experienced professionals, and attend workshops that assist you in your career development.

  • The conference schedule & other details can be found on our 2023 Conference Details page.

  • Yes, however, given our limited resources, it will be limited. To apply please click on this link.

    Please note that funds will be disbursed after attending the conference.

  • We strive to make our conference accessible to all. Please email us at info@thespaceconference.org for any specific accommodations so that our team can ensure your ability to attend.