Canada After Dark is a national nightlife summit presented by the Ottawa Music Industry Coalition (OMIC) in partnership with the City of Ottawa's Nightlife Office as part of Capital Music Week. The event brings together policymakers, urban planners, business leaders, venue operators, cultural workers, researchers, and nightlife professionals from across Canada and beyond to explore the future of nighttime economies.
Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, workshops, case studies, and networking opportunities, Canada After Dark examines how cities can leverage nightlife, culture, and entertainment to drive economic growth, improve quality of life, support public safety, and create more vibrant and inclusive communities. The summit serves as a platform for sharing best practices, fostering collaboration, and advancing innovative approaches to nightlife governance and city-building.
October 7 & 8 (two days): 9 AM - 5 PM (lunch included on Day 1)
Tickets: 2-day pass or 1-day tickets available (see buttons below)
Location: National Arts Centre, Fourth Stage - 1 Elgin St., Ottawa
Why You’ll Want to Be There
- Shape the future of nighttime economies
- Network with 150 national and international policymakers and industry leaders over 2 days
- Gain access to exclusive insights on innovative nightlife strategies
- Experience Ottawa's Capital Music Week (CxMW)
- Enjoy live performances during free lunchtime showcases
- Participate in workshops and collaborative discussions on a national stage
This event is supported by: The National Arts Centre, City of Ottawa, Ottawa Nightlife Office.
Conference Schedule - Coming Soon
Guest Speakers
Ariel Palitz is a leader in hospitality governance and public affairs, serving as Managing Director of Hospitality and Intergovernmental Affairs at Oaktree Solutions. She brings extensive experience from her tenure as New York City’s first “Nightlife Mayor,” where she founded the Mayor’s Office of Nightlife and guided the city’s nightlife sector through major challenges, including the Covid-19 pandemic.
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