2026 Halifax Paranormal Symposium

2026 Halifax Paranormal Symposium

Overview

Atlantic Canada’s premier paranormal symposium featuring expert speakers, immersive experiences, and community connection

✨ Welcome to the 2026 Halifax Paranormal Symposium ✨

Atlantic Canada’s premier paranormal symposium returns to Halifax for two full days of education, discussion, and immersive experiences exploring the unexplained.

Hosted by Paranormal Phenomena Research & Investigation (PPRI), the Halifax Paranormal Symposium brings together researchers, investigators, experiencers, and curious minds for a professionally curated event focused on real cases, research, lived experiences, evidence-based discussion, and respectful exploration of paranormal phenomena.

What to Expect

Attendees can expect two full days featuring:

• Expert speakers and researchers from across North America
• Presentations covering hauntings, remote viewing, mediumship, scrying, parapsychology, and other anomalous phenomena
• NEW for 2026: Round-table seating, providing a more relaxed, attendee-focused environment with space for note-taking, coffee, water, and personal items
• Dedicated time for discussion, questions, and meaningful community engagement

This event is designed to be accessible and engaging for both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts, with a strong emphasis on credibility, education, and open dialogue.

Optional Add-On Experiences

In addition to the daytime symposium lectures, sessions, and workshops, attendees may choose to participate in optional evening events (sold separately), including:

• Past Life Resgression Workshop – Friday, October 16, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

• Alexander Keith’s Brewery Tour and Ghost Hunt – Friday, October 16, 2026 | 9:00 PM – Midnight
• Psychic Medium Laura Warren LIVE in Halifax – Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Citadel Hill Tour and Ghost Hunt – Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 9:30 PM – Midnight

• Victorian Seance: History, Hoaxes, and Spirit Communication – Sunday, October 18, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 9:00
PM

These add-on events are limited in capacity and require separate tickets, also purchased through Eventbrite.

Who Should Attend

This event is open to anyone with an interest in the unexplained, including:

• Paranormal enthusiasts and investigators
• Researchers, students, and educators
• Skeptics and open-minded observers
• Individuals seeking thoughtful discussion, shared experiences, and a strong sense of community

Whether you are deeply involved in the field or simply curious, the Halifax Paranormal Symposium offers a respectful and inclusive space to learn, connect, and explore together.

🎟️ Tickets are limited. Advance purchase is strongly recommended.


🕵️‍♂️ The Supernatural Awaits You.

Lineup

Pierre Filiatreault

Master of Ceremonies

Dr. Paul H. Smith

Dr. James (Jim) Houran

Dr. Brian Laythe

Jodi Russell

Amy Murphy

Good to know

Highlights

  • 1 day 9 hours
  • all ages
  • In person
  • Free parking

Refund Policy

No refunds

Location

Halifax Tower Hotel & Conference Centre, Ascend Hotel Collection

15 Lakelands Boulevard

Halifax, NS B3S 1G4

How do you want to get there?

Map

Agenda

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Saturday October 17, 2026

Registration Table Open

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Welcome and Opening Ceremonies

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Dr. Jim Houran - Haunted People Syndrome

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