Get a sneak peek of speakers for State of Canada's Cities Summit 2024

There is still room to register for this year's State of Canada’s Cities Summit 2024, a great opportunity to hear from urban leaders, policymakers, researchers, and community advocates dedicated to addressing the pressing challenges and opportunities facing Canadian cities today. Following last year’s inaugural and sold-out event, this year’s Summit will take place in Ottawa at the National Arts Centre on December 5-6, 2024.

“The summit is focused on infrastructure investment for thriving communities and a prosperous future for all Canadians because we are facing a once-in-a-generation challenge to address global economic, social, climate, and technological needs,” said CUI President and CEO Mary W. Rowe . “It is critical that we invest in our communities from coast to coast to coast, to build a common path for the future of our cities, communities, and the country.”

The theme for this year’s summit is “Urban Innovation and Resilience: Building Cities for the Future.” Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from urban leaders, attend keynotes and panels, as well as participate in walking tours in Ottawa to explore critical subjects facing Canadian cities. Speakers are being announced as we get closer to the date so check back in regularly https://stateofcitiessummit.ca/speakers