The Leaders Circle is proud to announce that Toronto has secured seven major international congresses for 2026. This achievement underscores our city’s strength as a global hub for scientific and professional exchange. This success is driven by the leadership and dedication of our local Ambassadors, whose expertise and advocacy have been instrumental in positioning Toronto on the world stage.
Their role is essential. In nearly 70% of international congress bids, a city cannot submit a bid without the active participation of a local expert. By lending their credibility and sector leadership, Toronto’s ambassadors have not only strengthened our bids but also unlocked significant opportunities for the city to host world-leading events.
The Value of Hosting International Conferences
These conferences represent a significant opportunity for Toronto that extends far beyond the events themselves serving as a catalyst for growth by:
- Driving Economic Impact: Attracting approximately 15K attendees and generating approximately $53 million in economic activity.
- Showcasing Canadian Innovation: Providing a global platform for leading experts to highlight groundbreaking developments in their respective fields.
- Creating a Lasting Legacy: Fostering knowledge exchange and investment that will resonate long after the meetings conclude.
Starting this summer, Toronto will welcome the following international conferences:
XXV Congress of the International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing
July 4 – 11, 2026
Ambassadors: Professor Derek Lichti, Professor Songnian Li, Professor Ahmed Shaker, and Professor Costas Armenakis
27th World’s Poultry Congress
July 13 – 17, 2026
Ambassadors: Mr. Jon Cole, Dr. Sami Dridi, and Dr. Bruce Rathgeber
21st World Council Meeting of the World Alliance of Young Men’s Christian Associations
July 19 – 25, 2026
Ambassadors: YMCA Canada, Mr. Peter Dinsdale and Ms. Franca D’Angelo
48th Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society
July 26 – 30, 2026
Ambassador: Dr. Milos Popovic
One Harp World
July 28 – August 3, 2026
Ambassadors: Ms. Angela Schwarzkopf, Ms. Kathy Kienzle, Ms. Kathryn McManus, and Ms. Lynne Aspnes
29th World Congress of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
September 1 – 4, 2026
Ambassador: Dr. Mehran Anvari
19th World Congress of the World Association for Infant Mental Health
October 2 – 6, 2026
Ambassadors: Dr. Chaya Kulkarni and Ms. Stefanie Watmough