About this Event
Join entrepreneurs, innovators, business leaders, and changemakers from across the National Capital Region for Converge Summit 2026, a one-day experience designed to inspire collaboration, foster meaningful connections, and equip founders with the tools to grow sustainable businesses.
This year's theme, Stronger Together, celebrates the power of community, collaboration, and collective impact. Through engaging keynote conversations, expert panels, interactive sessions, and intentional networking, attendees will gain practical insights on entrepreneurship, economic empowerment, leadership, wellness, and innovation.
The summit will feature:
- Inspiring keynote speakers and panel discussions
- Conversations on business growth, funding, and economic empowerment
- Wellness and leadership sessions for entrepreneurs
- Youth Innovation and creative arts showcase
- Entrepreneur Marketplace featuring local businesses
- Networking opportunities with founders, investors, partners, professionals, and community leaders
- Interactive experiences and community-building activities
Your ticket includes:
General Admission
- Continental breakfast
- Lunch
- Coffee, tea Matcha, refreshments, and light snacks throughout the day
- Full access to all keynote sessions, expert panels, workshops, networking activities, and the Entrepreneur Marketplace
Impactful Experience Ticket
Everything included with General Admission, plus:
- An exclusive Converge Summit goody bag
- Facilitated networking with experienced entrepreneurs, mentors, and industry leaders
- Access to a dedicated mentor meet-and-connect session
- Eligibility to participate in the Innovation Collaboration Challenge, where attendees can pitch collaborative ideas developed during the summit for a chance to win cash prizes for the most innovative and impactful collaboration.
Whether you're launching your first business, scaling your venture, supporting entrepreneurs, or looking to expand your network, Converge Summit offers a welcoming space to learn, connect, and grow.
Come ready to build meaningful relationships, discover new opportunities, and leave with practical strategies, valuable connections, and inspiration to move your business—and our community—forward.
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Event venue & nearby stays
150 Elgin St, 150 Elgin Street, Ottawa, Canada
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