Built for Orbit: Mission-Ready Innovation

Thu Jun 04 2026 at 04:00 pm to 07:00 pm UTC-04:00

Bayview Yards | Ottawa

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Built for Orbit: Mission-Ready Innovation
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Ottawa Innovation Week kickoff event
About this Event

Built for Orbit: Mission-Ready Innovation | Ottawa Innovation Week 2026
June 4, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Bayview Yards – The Foundry

Join us as we kick off Ottawa Innovation Week 2026 with an evening designed to celebrate the bold ideas, breakthrough technologies, and cross-sector collaboration shaping the future of innovation in Canada’s capital.

Built for Orbit: Mission-Ready Innovation brings together founders, investors, government leaders, researchers, industry partners, and ecosystem builders for a high-energy opening event exploring how Ottawa is driving mission-critical innovation on a global stage.

From defence technologies and semiconductors to AI, autonomous systems, space exploration, and satellite communications, Ottawa’s companies are building solutions with real-world impact—and scaling them through collaboration across industry, government, and capital.

Anchored by Bayview Yards and Area X.O, this event highlights the environments, partnerships, and infrastructure helping bold ideas move from concept to commercialization.

Expect an evening of demonstrations, strategic networking, visionary conversations, and an all-star speaking panel that showcases why Ottawa continues to lead as Canada’s innovation capital.

Light refreshments and beverages will be provided.


Who Should Attend

This event is designed for:

  • Founders and scaleups
  • Investors and commercialization partners
  • Government and public sector leaders
  • Industry and corporate partners
  • Researchers and innovation ecosystem leaders
  • Media and community leaders

What to Expect
  • An all-star speaking panel
  • Live demonstrations showcasing mission-ready technologies
  • Conversations exploring the future of defence, AI, semiconductors, space, and autonomous systems
  • Networking designed to spark cross-sector collaboration
  • A dynamic opening celebration setting the tone for Ottawa Innovation Week 2026

Spots are limited to ensure an optimal experience - secure your tickets now!

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Bayview Yards, 7 Bayview Station Road, Ottawa, Canada

Tickets

CAD 38.61

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