CSPC – Canadian Science Policy Centre

The conference under the overarching theme:

Empowering Society: The Transformative Value of Science, Knowledge, and Innovation

The 16th annual Canadian Science Policy Conference (CSPC) will be held in person from November 20th to 22nd, 2024.

CSPC 2024 Format:

Wednesday, Nov 20th

8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Symposiums (5 themes)
(In Person Only)

Include 15+ sessions:
• Innovation Policy
• Scaling Research for Impact: From Local Insights to Global Solutions
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
• Youth Entrepreneurship
• Gala Dinner

Thursday, Nov 21st – Friday, Nov 22nd

Main Conference
(In-Person Only)

• 50+ Concurrent Sessions
• 5 Plenary Sessions
• Three Luncheon Talks
• Three Breakfast Sessions
• Networking

CSPC 2024 tracks are:

Science, Knowledge, and Policy

Science, Knowledge, and Society

Innovation Policy and Economic Development

Science, International Affairs and Security

Science and the Next Generation

Grand Challenges

300+ Speakers
1000+ Participants

50+ Panel Sessions

Award Ceremony
& Gala Dinner

In-person Networking

Exhibition Space

Magazine

Interview Station

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Gala Dinner

Spectacular Gala Dinner at the Confederate Ballroom of the Westin Ottawa Hotel well attended by leaders of various sectors, as well as ambassadors and parliamentarians.

Accommodation & Transportation

Canadian Science Policy Conference (CSPC) 2024 Conference will be held at the Westin Ottawa Hotel from November 20th to November 22nd, 2024. Travel discounts are available for 2024 Canadian Science Policy Conference participants from Westin, Air Canada, Westjet, and VIA Rail.