Join the most comprehensive science and innovation policy conference in Canada

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Date: November 24th-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 and Innovation Policy Conference (CSPC 2026)  will be held from Nov 24th-27th, 2026 at the Fairmont Château Laurier, Ottawa.

CSPC 2026 Format:

AI POLICY AND GOVERNANCE SUMMIT

Tuesday,
Nov 24th
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
(In Person Only)

• The summit will include 7 panels bringing together experts to discuss AI governance, safety, tech adoption, and their impact on policy making.

SYMPOSIUMS

Wednesday,
Nov 25th
9:00am – 12:00pm
(In Person Only)

• 4 Symposia:
– Northern Sovereignty
– Talent Development
– From Investment to Impact in Dementia Research and Innovation
– Transforming R&I Investments into Canadian Economic Sovereignty:
A Federal-Provincial Dialogue

• Includes 15+ sessions

MAIN CONFERENCE

Wednesday,
Nov 25th – Friday, Nov 27th
(In Person Only)

• 50+ Concurrent Sessions
• 7 Plenary Sessions
• 2 Luncheon Talks
• 2 Breakfast Sessions
• Fireside Chats
• 2 Receptions
• Gala Dinner

CSPC 2026 tracks are:

STI, Sovereignty, and National Capability
The Challenge of Implementation – Coordination and Collaboration
Productivity, Competitiveness, and Economic Transformation
Civil Society, Public Trust, Social Cohesion, and Democratic Resilience
Talent Development and Future Skills
Science and Innovation Diplomacy and Geopolitical Shift
Northern and Arctic Knowledge and Innovation – Key to Canadian Sovereignty?

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.