The world’s experts in nightlife economy are coming to Ottawa, and you can meet them

Major Canadian cities are wrestling with how best to manage nightlife economies in a post-pandemic world. So, where better to have that conversation, than right here in Canada’s capital? On May 20 and 21, Ottawa will play host to some of the foremost experts in the subject from across Canada and around the world. Canada After Dark is a two-day summit featuring 150 policymakers, music officers and nightlife professionals as part of Ottawa’s first-ever Capital Music Week.  The two-day conference is co-presented by the City of Ottawa's Nightlife Office and the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition. Everything happens at the National Arts Centre’s Fourth Stage. It’s an industry event and the public are also welcome to attend. It’s not too late to get tickets. Of course there will be music. Enjoy free lunchtime performances by artists from Ottawa, Mississauga, London, Hamilton, Kingston and Toronto at the Peter A. Herrndorf Place, just steps from the Fourth Stage, for Ontario Music City Showcases.   Other reasons you want to be there

• See keynote speaker Michael Kill, CEO of the Night Time Industries Association, which  represents over 100 nightclubs and live music venues around the United Kingdom.
• See additional national and international speakers from Toronto, Montreal, Berlin, Amsterdam and London.
• Participate in collaborative discussions that will help shape the future of nighttime economies.
• Gain access to exclusive insights on innovative nightlife strategies.

Canada After Dark provides a unique platform for local and national leaders to connect, share insights, and collaboratively shape the future of sustainable and vibrant nighttime economies, leveraging global expertise to drive innovation.  For more information on City programs and services, visit ottawa.ca, call 3-1-1 (TTY: 613-580-2401) or 613-580-2400 to contact the City using Canada Video Relay Service. You can also connect with us through Facebook, Bluesky, X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram.