A knowledge exchange and networking event organized by Environment Canada’s Science and Technology Liaison Division, ResearchImpact, the Canadian Water Network, and collaborating partners York University, Canadian Health Services Research Foundation and the British High Commission Ottawa under the auspices of the Canadian Science Policy Conference.

The first multi-sectoral event of its kind in Canada, the Special Workshop on Knowledge Translation and Brokering (KT/KB) was a dynamic and interactive forum for participants to network, share experiences and explore the role of KT/KB in strengthening science-policy linkages. With a focus on engagement and learning, the day began with a keynote address by Andrew Campbell, an internationally recognized leader in KT/KB, followed by a Knowledge Café to engage participants in focussed discussion, skills and capacity building sessions, and a panel with Canada's KT/KB leaders. The workshop spoke broadly across sectors (including environment, agriculture and health), with relevance to those working at the science-policy interface, operating as knowledge brokers and/or translators, or seeking to develop contacts and greater awareness in this field. The full-day workshop directly preceded the official opening of the Canadian Science Policy Conference in (October 20-22, Montréal).