Join the most comprehensive science and innovation policy conference in Canada

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Date: November 25th-27th, 2026
Venue: Fairmont Château Laurier, Ottawa

The conference under the overarching theme:

Sovereignty by Design: Mobilizing Action to Reshape Canada’s Science, Technology, and Innovation Capacity

The 18th annual Canadian Science Policy Conference (CSPC) will be held in person from November 25th to 27th, 2026.

CSPC 2026 Format:

Wednesday, Nov 25th

9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Symposiums
(In Person Only)

Include 15+ sessions:
• TBD

Thursday, Nov 26th – Friday, Nov 27th

Main Conference
(In-Person Only)

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

CSPC 2026 tracks are:

Policy and Governance for a Resilient STI Ecosystem
Science, Society and Public Engagement in STI
Industry Leadership and Economic Growth
Science Diplomacy and Geopolitical Shifts
Next Generation, Talent Development
Addressing Grand Challenges and Emerging Risks

300+ Speakers
1000+ Participants

50+ Panel Sessions

Award Ceremony
& Gala Dinner

In-person Networking
Exhibition Space
Magazine
Interview Station

Become a Conference Partner

CSPC is Canada’s most comprehensive, multi-sectoral, and multidisciplinary forum for emerging issues of science, technology and innovation policy. Let us Bring your Brand, Message, and Ideas to the Biggest Science and Innovation Policy Forum in Canada.

CSPC’s Partnership Program provides an exciting array of possibilities for public, private and not-for-profit sector stakeholders to showcase their importance in Canada’s science, technology, and innovation policy ecosystem.