National Earth Observation Forum
General information
- Type: Forum
- Date: to
- Time: to ET
- Duration: 2.5 days
- Cost: Free
- Location: Canadian Space Agency (CSA),
John H. Chapman Space Centre
6767 Route de l'Aéroport
Borough of Saint-Hubert
Longueuil, Quebec and virtual - Languages: French and English
- Target audience: Public sector user departments (federal and provincial), industry, academia, Indigenous communities.
Summary
This event will bring together Canadian stakeholders from industry, academia, Indigenous communities and public sector to assess current Earth observation (EO) undertakings, including science and innovation and discuss the next steps for satellite EO in Canada.
Detailed description
The National Earth Observation Forum will be held from to at the Canadian Space Agency's John H. Chapman Space Centre in Longueuil, Quebec, and virtually.
The program will include plenaries and thematic seminars.
In preparation, we are undertaking a Call for Interest. We welcome proposals for the event for panel, facilitated group discussions, thematic seminars, etc. Please visit Pheedloop to submit your proposal. This Call for Interest will close on .
The last National EO Forum, held in , welcomed more than 280 stakeholders from across Canada, representing federal and provincial departments, Indigenous communities, academia, and industry.
Objectives
- Update on the Canadian Earth observation framework.
- Present opportunities for collaboration in Canada and abroad.
- Discuss current and upcoming EO investments and activities in Canada.
- Supporting science and innovation
Key dates
| Date | Milestone | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early June | Registration for in-person Forum participation (limited seating) | Once capacity has been reached |
| Early June | Registration for virtual Forum participation | TBD |
| October 26 to 28, 2026 | National EO Forum | Not applicable |
Accommodation
Book your hotel room today. There are hotels near the Canadian Space Agency's John H. Chapman Space Centre.
Important: There is often heavy traffic around the John H. Chapman Space Centre, particularly from to and from to . Please plan accordingly. Parking at the CSA is free but limited. Please consider car-pooling or taxi.
What's included
Registration and light snacks during breaks. We encourage you to bring your reusable water bottle.
What's not included
Transportation between the hotel and the CSA, accommodation, and lunches (cafeteria on site).
Contact
Should you have any questions, please contact us at otinfo-eoinfo@asc-csa.gc.ca.