Ottawa, Canada’s capital, is a vibrant meeting destination where walkability and convenience meet. The award-winning Rogers Centre Ottawa convention venue sits in the heart of downtown, within easy walking distance of over 6,000 hotel rooms, national landmarks, cultural sites, and lively neighborhoods, offering a compact delegate experience.

Ottawa Tourism champions sustainable and inclusive events. Our Responsible Events Guide and Social Impact Programs empower planners to design conferences that leave lasting positive legacies for the community.

Ottawa is proud to benefit from Destination Canada’s International Convention Attraction Fund (ICAF), a national initiative that strengthens Canada’s competitiveness in attracting major international conferences. In addition, Ottawa Tourism offers its own financial support program, starting at $25,000, to help eligible conferences make their vision a reality in Canada’s capital.

As one of Canada’s smartest cities, Ottawa is home to cutting-edge research, tech talent, and innovation across sectors including life sciences, aerospace, cleantech and autonomous vehicles, giving planners access to world-leading expertise.

For delegates, Ottawa is the perfect bleisure destination: explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site on foot, on skates or on wheels, discover 7 of 9 national museums, enjoy a diverse culinary scene and immerse yourself in unique neighborhoods. In Ottawa, events are impactful, accessible and unforgettable.