4th edition of the Franco-Ontarian Business Forum – Ottawa, April 30, 2026
Building on its successful editions in Ottawa, Toronto, and Sudbury, the Franco-Ontarian Business Forum is gearing up for its fourth edition on April 30, 2026. This flagship event will bring together leaders in economic development and francophone entrepreneurship from across Ontario and beyond. The conferences will once again adopt a short 20-minute format, similar to TEDTalks. The program will offer a full day of presentations, workshops, plenary sessions, and lightning talks. Networking will be a central focus, with multiple opportunities to connect throughout the day, including the Connexion Express activity and the closing cocktail reception.
Themes
The main topics will cover the following areas:
- Market diversification
- Transportation
- Finance and investment
- Technology
- Artificial intelligence
Brief Schedule of the Day
8 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.: Welcome and breakfast
8:45 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.: Opening remarks
9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Presentation series & networking
12 p.m. – 13 p.m.: Working lunch
1 p.m. – 4 p.m.: Presentation series & networking
4 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Plenary session
5 p.m. – 7 p.m.: Networking cocktail
Note: The program is subject to change.
Important information
Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Ottawa Art Gallery, 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, ON
Tickets
Entry fee per person, including access to all presentations, breakfast, tea, coffee, non-alcoholic beverages throughout the day, lunch, and cocktail (drinks and canapés):
- FGA members: $140 + HST
- Non-members: 190 + HST
- Students: $45 + HST
- Cocktail only: $50 + HST
Spotlighted Country: Canada
