Events

Apr 21-30

Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee

The fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment (INC-4), is scheduled to take place at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa, Canada, within the period 21 to 30 April 2024 inclusive of one day for regional consultations.

May 1

AFP Ottawa Fundraising Day

We are excited to announce AFP Ottawa Chapter Fundraising Day 2024 is to take place in-person on May 1, 2024, at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa. This year’s theme is Diversify: Unveiling the Power of Inclusive Fundraising.

May 3-4

MAiD 2024 – The Changing Landscape

Hosted by the Canadian Association of MAiD Assessors and Providers, MAiD2024 will provide you with a high quality learning and development experience alongside MAiD experts in Canada. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and experience MAiD2024 — Canada’s only annual conference serving the diversity of professionals in MAiD!

May 4

Grande Première 2024

Grande Première 2024 is an annual fashion show celebrating the remarkable talents of our emerging Canadian fashion designers. This prestigious event features an exquisite collection of Bustiers, Haute Couture dresses, and garments inspired by the History of Fashion, all meticulously crafted by our first-year students.

May 7-9

PDW 2024

Each year, DPI holds its annual PDW, a premier learning event for digital professionals. PDW is attended by 5800+ delegates ranging from technical analysts and policy makers to senior managers and Executives who all share a common goal: self-development.

May 8

Ottawa Career Discovery Expo

The We Build a Dream Career Discovery Expo is an opportunity for female identifying students to engage in skilled trade pathway exploration. This event, which takes place on May 8th at the Shaw Centre, focusses on apprenticeship learning and will provide grade 9 and 10 students the opportunity to explore careers and meet employers, hear from women working in the industry and engage in hands-on activities.

May 15

Taste for Hope 2024

Join Shepherds of Good Hope for a glittering night of tantalizing tastes, delicious delicacies, and unbeatable beverages. There’s no better opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those in need–sponsor the tastiest event in town!

May 23

ACFO-ACAF: Spring Tune Up

ACFO-ACAF’s flagship professional development event is coming back to the Shaw Centre on May 23, with inspiring and engaging keynotes, a career fair and an all-new feature that we’re excited to introduce!

May 26-31

2024 PSAC National Triennial Convention

We’ve seen the positive ripple effects as workers in both the public and private sector have capitalized on the momentum created by PSAC members. Our 2024 national convention is our moment to mark these victories and build on our gains. A time for us to look ahead to how we continue to drive progress in our workplaces and our communities.