In a world where technology is rapidly shaping our perceptions of reality, the “Questioning Reality” conference seeks to delve into the intricate interplay between social interactions and mediated environments. We welcome you to our “conference at the beginning of the research cycle.”  Hosted at the Data Sciences Institute at the University of Toronto and co-founded by Grace Ahn (University of Georgia) and Bree McEwan (University of Toronto) the event will feature a series of engaging discussions, presentations, and networking opportunities aimed at shaping a social interaction-informed agenda for the next research cycle on Social VR. The conference will also serve as a launchpad for forming collaborations for future research projects.