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Digital Industries

Canada, a nation of innovators

With world-class expertise across a spectrum of innovation industries, Canadian tech hubs are a natural draw for conferences across a wide range of sub-sectors. When combined with Canada’s vast landscapes, diverse cities and culture, dynamic culinary and nightlife experiences, and unique opportunities to explore groundbreaking ideas, it’s easy to understand why organizations the world over are choosing Canadian locations to host their global tech events.

Canadian trailblazers in a host of emerging technologies are shaping the future of work, health care, culture and society. When conference-goers meet in our tech hubs, they can tap into Canada’s brain trust, connect with some of our brightest minds and thought leaders, preview made-in-Canada solutions to the world’s greatest challenges, and explore Canadian technologies powering the future during tech festivals, B2B exchanges, technical tours and more. And, when top performers are recognized and rewarded with Canada’s unparalleled destinations and distinctive experiences, they’ll return home refreshed and inspired, ready to perform.

As conferences evolve and become more interactive and engaging it makes sense to incorporate the best and the brightest into a meeting’s agenda. For the technology sector, those thought-leaders and innovators are in Canada.

Information & Communications Technology in Canada

$89.4B

Sector’s contribution to Canada’s GDP

Source: Quarterly Monitor, Information and Communications Technology Council, 2019 Q2

1.49M

Jobs in Canada’s digital economy

Source: Monthly Snapshot, Information and Communications Technology Council, February 2020

41,500+

Companies in Canada

Source: 2018 Canadian ICT Sector Profile, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada

#1

In the world in quantum computing science

Source: Economic impact of quantum technologies 2019, National Research Council Canada

Centres of excellence

Canada's key Digital Industry centres

Explore our Digital Industry centres of excellence

Sub-sector spotlight

The exterior of a Canadian building with modern architecture

"The Waterloo Region has inspiring spaces and venues for all kinds of events. The area is known for being at the curring edge for thinking and doing and is populated by thought leaders - from startups to globally recognized tech terms firms and research leaders. Best of all, there is a collaborative mindset that permeates every aspect of our innovation ecosystem."

Kelly McManus, Senior Director, Community Relations and Events, University of Waterloo

Home-grown tech companies

Here's how we can help you get planning

The team at Destination Canada Business Events helps global organizations meet with purpose in Canada. Contact our team for:

  • Specific information regarding Canada's sector expertise
  • Recommendations on destinations based on their sector strengths
  • Introductions to industry leaders, academia, and economic development agencies
  • Recommendations of technical tours, lab visits, or expert speakers to augment events
  • Assistance in sourcing RFPs for conference placement
Jeffrey Fehr
Client Engagement Manager
+1-639-525-1388