City Building Summit 2026

The City Building Summit is Ottawa’s premier forum for shaping the future of Canada’s Capital Region. This full-day event brings together city builders, policy makers, and community leaders for an inclusive conversation about the opportunities and challenges ahead.

The City Building Summit is your opportunity to make your voice heard, contribute to meaningful dialogue, and help drive the economic growth and quality of life that define our region. Together, we are building a stronger Ottawa - one that thrives today and for generations to come.

Who Should Attend:

• City Builders: Developers, architects, urban planners and investors.
• Policymakers: Government officials and public sector leaders.
• Business Leaders: Entrepreneurs and executives from various industries.
• Community Advocates: Residents and activists interested in shaping Ottawa's future.

Agenda*:

• 7:30 a.m. - Registration and Networking
• 8:30 a.m. - Welcome and Opening Remarks
• 8:40 a.m. - Mayor's Address
• 8:55 a.m. - First Session 
• 9:45 a.m. - Networking
• 10:00 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. - Sessions Continue
• 12:10 p.m. - Lunch and Networking
• 1:10 p.m. - Sessions Continue
• 2:05 p.m. - Networking
• 2:20 p.m. - Sessions Continue
• 4:00 p.m. - Closing Remarks
• 4:10 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Cocktail and Networking

Don't miss the community building event of the year!

Sponsorship opportunities are available, please contact Don Mersereau at Don@OttawaBusinessEvents.ca for more information.