May

FEI Canada 2026 Ottawa Conference

What: Presented by the Financial Executives International Canada, this three-day event will bring together financial leaders to discuss building Canada’s economic future.
When: May 25-28
Where: Fairmont Château Laurier, 1 Rideau St., Ottawa
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Ottawa Riverkeeper Gala

What: A fundraising event to support the health and cleanliness of the Ottawa River with networking opportunities, musical performances, fine cuisine and an auction.
When: May 27, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Lemieux Island, Ottawa
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CHEO’s Mental Health Gala

What: Enjoy a gourmet five-course dinner, wine, silent auction, guest speakers and entertainment while raising money for CHEO’s mental health programs
When: May 29, 6 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Where: Infinity Convention Centre, 2901 Gibford Dr., Ottawa
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June

Taste for Hope 2026

What: A culinary event to raise awareness of homelessness in the city and raise funds for the Shepherds of Good Hope Foundation.
When: June 3, 6 p.m.
Where: Brookstreet Hotel, 525 Legget Dr., Ottawa
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Ottawa Tech Open

What: Enjoy a day of golfing and networking, with proceeds going to support SheBoot, a national non-profit organization headquartered in Ottawa.
When: June 4, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: The Marshes Golf Club, 320 Terry Fox Dr., Ottawa
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Déjeuner du maire d’Ottawa

What: Organized by the Regroupement des gens d’affaires de la Capitale Nationale, join Mayor Mark Sutcliffe for a morning of networking and listen in on his fireside chat with Christiane Germain, co-founder of Germain Hotels.
When: June 5, from 7:15 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Where: Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Ave. W., Ottawa
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2026 Governor General’s Performing Arts Awards

What: Spend the evening celebrating Canadian talent in the performing arts with music, performances and a red carpet.
When: June 6, 6:30 p.m.
Where: National Arts Centre, Southam Hall, 1 Elgin St., Ottawa
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Taste of Ireland Garden Party

What: Enjoy an elegant afternoon with Irish fare, fashion show and silent auction in support of Cornerstone Housing for Women.
When: June 7, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Official Residence of the Irish Ambassador, 291 Park Rd., Ottawa
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Defence Forum 2026

What: Organized by the Ottawa Board of Trade, this half-day event is focused on advancing awareness, alignment and opportunity within Canada’s evolving defence and security sector.
When: June 9, from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St., Ottawa
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Mayor’s Breakfast

What: Join Mayor Mark Sutcliffe for a morning of networking and listen in on his fireside chat with Rick Leary, general manager of OC Transpo.
When: June 11, 7 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Where: Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Ave., Ottawa
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AccelerateOTT 2026

What: As part of Ottawa Innovation Week, this event brings together founders and funders for a day of insightful discussions, networking opportunities and the Startup World Cup Ottawa Regional Competition.
When: June 11, 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Horticulture Building at Lansdowne Park, 1525 Princess Patricia Way, Ottawa
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Coffee & Connect With GOHBA

What: A networking event to connect with the team at the Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association.
When: June 16, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Where: 30 Concourse Gate, Suite 108, Ottawa
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Ottawa Grad Career Fair 2026

What: Connect with graduates and early career alumni from Ottawa’s post-secondary institutions and network with local, regional and national employers.
When: June 18, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Nepean Sportsplex, 1701 Woodroffe Ave., Ottawa
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Forty Under 40 Gala

What: Join OBJ and the Ottawa Board of Trade in celebrating 40 of the city’s most dynamic young leaders under the age of 40 who exemplify business excellence, professional achievement and a commitment to building a stronger community.
When: June 18, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Casino Lac-Leamy, 1 Boulevard du Casino, Gatineau
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Ottawa Jazz Festival

What: Celebrating its 45th anniversary, Ottawa’s jazz festival showcases the best of jazz with acts such as Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra, Willow, The Soul Rebels and Ibrahim Maalouf.
When: June 19-28
Where: Multiple locations around downtown Ottawa
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Energy Forum 2026

What: This event will hear from leaders in industry, government and the community on the systems, partnerships and policies needed to power Ottawa’s future.
When: June 23, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Brookstreet Hotel, 525 Legget Dr., Kanata
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Gourmet on the Gridiron

What: Join the Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group (OSEG) on the Redblacks home field as they raise funds for the OSEG Foundation, helping children and youth access development through sports.
When: June 24, 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: The Stadium at TD Place, 1015 Bank St., Ottawa
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July

Business on the River: Celebrating Ottawa’s 200th

What: Enjoy this networking event on the water as Ottawa celebrates its 200th anniversary.
When: July 8, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Date changed from June 4)
Where: The Hull Marina, 160 Laurier St., Gatineau
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Ottawa Bluesfest

What: Ottawa’s most popular music festival is back and welcomes large acts such as Limp Bizkit, The Lumineers, Conan Gray, Cypress Hill, Gwen Stefani and Sheryl Crow.
When: July 9-19
Where: LeBreton Flats
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Les Grands Feux du Casino Lac-Leamy

What: An annual festival showing pyromusical performances from international teams including Canada, France, Brazil and China.
When: July 29 to Aug. 5
Where: Canadian Museum of History, 100 rue Laurier, Gatineau
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August

Redblacks Summer Rush

What: This event will bring together business and community leaders for several “speed networking” sessions with each other and members of the Ottawa Redblacks, in support of the OSEG Foundation’s Backpack Program.
When: Aug. 11, 6 p.m.
Where: Infinity Convention Centre, 2901 Gibford Rd., Ottawa
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Spurs & Sparkles

What: In support of the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation, this event brings together business and community leaders for a night of food, drinks and equestrian sports.
When: Aug. 12
Where: Wesley Clover Parks, 401 Corkstown Rd., Nepean
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Ottawa’s Best Networking Golf Tournament 2026

What: A day out on the greens and networking with the city’s business and community leaders.
When: Aug. 18, from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: GreyHawk Golf Club, 4999 Boundary Rd., Ottawa
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September

Gatineau Hot Air Balloon Festival

What: An annual festival showcasing Canadian talent from musical artists to hot air balloon shows.
When: Sept. 2-6
Where: Parc de la Baie, 988 Saint-Louis St., Gatineau
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Sunset on the Riviera Glamping Gala

What: Enjoy an evening inspired by the shores of the Riviera, with sparkling cocktails and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, in support of BGC Ottawa.
When: Sept. 3, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: BGC Ottawa Great Lawn, 1463 Prince of Wales Dr., Ottawa
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Lumière Charity Gala

What: In support of the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation, enjoy this shimmering evening of networking and philanthropy.
When: Sept. 10
Where: Brookstreet Hotel, 525 Legget Dr., Ottawa
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Infrastructure Forum 2026

What: Organized by the Ottawa Board of Trade, this half-day event will bring together government, industry and city-building leaders to explore how Ottawa plans, funds and delivers projects that will shape the city’s future.
When: Sept. 15, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: La Cité Collegiale, 801 Aviation Pkwy, Ottawa
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October

Canada After Dark

What: As part of Capital Music Week, this two-day event brings together nightlife industry leaders from across Canada and the world to discuss best practices and the future of nighttime economies.
When: Oct. 7-8
Where: National Arts Centre, 1 Elgin St., Ottawa
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November

SaaS North

What: This two-day event brings together Canada’s SaaS and AI founders and investors to help emerging companies scale.
When: Nov. 4-5
Where: Rogers Centre, 55 Colonel By Dr., Ottawa
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eSax Entrepreneur Networking Tradeshow for Small Business

What: This tradeshow event will allow small business leaders to connect while listening to jazz music by Sax Appeal Productions.
When: Nov. 18, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Where: Horticulture Building at Lansdowne Park, 1525 Princess Patricia Way, Ottawa
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The Women’s Summit

What: Hear from some of Canada’s remarkable female leaders in a day of networking opportunities and panel discussions.
When: Nov. 20
Where: The Brookstreet Hotel, 525 Legget Dr., Kanata
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