Just as spring brings growth, building connections and learning from others is essential for professional development. These conferences offer career professionals the opportunity to network with peers, exchange knowledge and gain valuable insights for the future.
April
Future of Work (M-Media Events)
April 6-7 | Toronto, ON
The event brings together senior leaders in HR, employee experience, talent and people leadership to share ideas, strategies and solutions for the changing world of work. The event features three dedicated tracks: Change & Transformation, People & Experience and Learning & Leadership. You’ll hear from executives and experts on how to lead organizations through change, improve employee engagement and build stronger workplaces for the future.
uLead: The Summit of Educational Leadership (Canadian Association of Principals)
April 19-21 | Banff, AB
This three-day event will gather school-based leaders, district-level leaders, provincial education leaders and education luminaries from across the world. Through empowering conversations, this conference aims to shape the future of education and pave the way for transformative leadership in schools and systems.
2026 Symposium (Career Thought Leaders)
April 19-22 | San Diego, CA
With the brightest minds in career coaching, resume writing and career services from universities, government agencies and private practice, the symposium delves into trends and emerging practices in career development, practical technology solutions for career professionals, innovative approaches to client services and strategic insights into both current demands and future directions of the industry.
The Collective 2026 (The Career Leadership Collective)
April 20-22 | Savannah, GA
The Career Leadership Collective is a thought-partner and consulting group for colleges and universities globally. The organization assists senior administrators and career services leaders in building capacity in their career ecosystem. Join The Collective to invigorate your perspectives, reignite valuable relationships and envision the trajectory of your institution’s career centre.
2026 APCDA Hybrid Conference (Asia Pacific Career Development Association)
April 20-30 | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The audience will consist of delegates from many Asian countries and regions as well as other parts of the world. The conference provides opportunities for networking, knowledge sharing among practitioners, and identifying new resources. Join online or in-person to share and discover new ideas and visions of the future.
Amplify 2026 (First Work)
April 22 | Richmond Hill, ON
Amplify 2026 brings together the leaders of Canada’s social infrastructure, the embedded community institutions that sustain us and the policymakers willing to rethink the systems they oversee. Together, we are ensuring that Canada’s growth isn’t just fast – it’s sustainable.
Western Canada Career Development Conference 2026
April 23-24 | Vancouver, BC
A gathering designed to meet career development professionals where they are and support them as the landscape around work, learning and employment continues to shift. This conference brings together thoughtful practice, current research and lived experience from across the career development community and beyond.
2026 OCEA Spring Conference (Ontario Cooperative Education Association)
April 26-28 | Richmond Hill, ON
This event will bring together secondary school co-op and other forms of experiential learning teachers/educators from across Ontario for professional development and best practices sharing. This year, OCEA is celebrating their 50th anniversary, with the conference theme “Celebrating 50 Years of Cooperative Education in Ontario: 1976-2026!”
Contact Conference (Saskatoon Industry Education Council)
April 30 | Saskatoon, SK
With a gathering of over 250 professionals, Contact serves as a unique platform that unites individuals from the fields of education, workforce and economic development. Take the opportunity to delve into the latest labour market trends, discover best practices for engagement and foster a deeper understanding of the practices that will shape the future of Saskatchewan.
May
HR Conference & Expo 2026 (CPHR BC & Yukon)
May 5-6 | Vancouver, BC
This conference will bring HR professionals together from across BC and the Yukon to learn from some of the industry’s greatest thought leaders. This year’s conference theme is “Spark.”
CAUCE 2026 National Conference (Canadian Association for University Continuing Education)
May 13-15 | Halifax, NS
This annual conference brings together professionals in university continuing education from across Canada. It’s a forum for sharing innovative ideas, exploring best practices, building meaningful networks and identifying opportunities to align education with workforce needs. Together, you’ll reflect on the evolving role of continuing education within both the university landscape and broader society.
BC Prior Learning Action Network Symposium
May 14 | Surrey, BC
This conference explores the theme “Shaping the future of PLAR” and features the keynote “AI Innovations and Digital Strategy” by Adina Gray of PurpleOwl AI.
International Trauma Conference (Trauma Research Foundation)
May 14-17 | Boston, MA
Building on a rich legacy of over three decades, this event continues to merge cutting-edge scientific research with practical clinical applications. Experience a diverse program that includes discussions on body rhythms, the arts, science, theatre, psychedelics and neurofeedback.
NAWDP Annual Conference
May 18-20 | Phoenix, AZ
This conference is held by the National Association of Workforce Development Professionals. The gathering draws thought leaders and professionals from across various workforce development organizations such as workforce boards, community colleges, private sector business, vocational rehabilitation, economic development, community- and faith-based organizations and more.
CSSE Annual Conference (Canadian Society for the Study of Education)
May 19 (online session day) and May 31-June 3 (in-person main conference days) | Winnipeg, MB
The CSSE Annual Conference is part of the Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences, which brings together more than 65 scholarly associations from across the humanities and social sciences.
CEWIL 2026 (Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada)
May 19-22 | Ottawa, ON
The conference explores “Pathways to Partnerships” and will chart bold new directions for the future of work-integrated learning (WIL).
Global Apprenticeship Symposium (Canadian Apprenticeship Forum)
May 20 | Virtual
The Global Apprenticeship Symposium brings together leaders, practitioners, policymakers, and innovators from around the world to explore what’s working in apprenticeship systems and what needs to change next. This international gathering is designed to move beyond theory and spotlight real-world approaches to workforce development, system design, equity, and innovation. Expect practical insights, honest conversations, and global perspectives that challenge assumptions and spark collaboration.
2026 ACE-WIL & CACEE Conference
May 24-27 | Kamloops, BC
This joint event brings together the provincial community of ACE-WIL BC/Yukon and the national network of the Canadian Association of Career Educators and Employers (CACEE) for four days of learning, collaboration and connection.
ATA CSC Annual Conference (Alberta Teachers’ Association Council of School Counsellors)
May 28-29 | Kananaskis, AB
This year’s conference theme is “Roots of Connection”. This conference retreat is organized for educators and school mental health professionals.
CCPA 2026 Annual Conference (Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association)
May 29-31 | Halifax, NS
At the 2026 conference, attendees will share knowledge, build meaningful connections and leave feeling inspired, connected and renewed – strengthening our impact across counselling and psychotherapy in Canada.
June
CACUSS 2026 (Canadian Association of College & University Student Services)
June 2-4 | Halifax, NS
This year’s conference theme is “Navigating the Future: What’s Next for Student Affairs?” Since 1973, CACUSS has provided professional development services and programs for members in all the Canadian provinces.
The International Vocational Rehabilitation Symposium: Building Bridges from Evaluation to Integration (VRA Canada)
June 3-4 | Windsor, ON
Join professionals from across Canada and beyond for the International Vocational Rehabilitation Symposium, hosted by VRA Canada. This two-day forum brings together leaders in vocational rehabilitation, life care planning, insurance, disability management and related fields to explore practical, evidence-informed approaches to evaluation and workforce integration.
B.C. Labour Market Conference (Labour Market Online)
June 4-5 | Virtual
This conference will look at the pending renewal of the Canada US Mexico Trade Agreement, efforts to promote inter-provincial trade, the impact of tariffs and an economy mired with inflation and unaffordability.
British Columbia Non-Profit Leadership Conference 2026
June 4-5 | New Westminster, BC
The BC Non-Profit Leadership Conference is where non-profit leaders from all varieties of organizations can share innovative ideas and collaborate on solutions that drive positive change. Attendees have the opportunity to engage in a variety of workshops, panel discussions and networking sessions designed to enhance their leadership skills and organizational effectiveness.
Canadian Association for Supported Employment Conference (CASE)
June 9-11 | Ottawa, ON
Join CASE, CCRW, ODEN and delegates from across Canada for the 31st Annual National Supported Employment Conference. This annual conference brings together employment service providers, employers, community partners and other allies to celebrate and to advance employment inclusion of persons experiencing disability.
NACE Conference + Expo (National Association of Colleges and Employers)
June 9-11 | Denver, CO
June 24-25 | Virtual
Be part of the national gathering that brings career educators and employers together to drive student success. Attendees can expect a dynamic program addressing key challenges and innovations in career services and early talent recruiting.
SEMM Conference (Brainstorm Strategy Group)
June 12-13 | Halifax, NS
Post-secondary institutions across Atlantic Canada will converge at this conference to share best practices and initiatives that are positively impacting student success and retention.
NCDA 2026
June 18-20 | Minneapolis, MN
Join 1,000 career development professionals from around the world for a transformative experience at the 2026 NCDA Global Career Development Conference. Discover cutting-edge research, emerging interventions and innovative technologies shaping the future of career development.
Ontario Labour Market Conference (Labour Market Online)
June 19-20 | Virtual
This conference will look at the pending renewal of the Canada US Mexico Trade Agreement, efforts to promote inter-provincial trade, the impact of tariffs and an economy mired with inflation and unaffordability. Leaders in business, education, research and government will illuminate for career professionals the jobs, sectors and skills that are most likely to ensure success in the labour market.
