National Earth Observation Forum
General information
- Type: Forum
- Date: to
- Time: to ET
- Duration: 2.5 days
- Cost: Free
- Location: Canadian Space Agency (CSA),
John H. Chapman Space Centre
6767 Route de l'Aéroport
Borough of Saint-Hubert
Longueuil, Quebec and virtual - Languages: French and English
- Target audience: Members of Canada's Earth observation community, including users from federal and provincial governments, as well as representatives from, industry, academia, Indigenous communities.
Summary
This event will bring together Canadian stakeholders from industry, academia, Indigenous communities and public sector to assess current Earth observation (EO) undertakings, including science and innovation and discuss the next steps for satellite EO in Canada.
Please Note: In-person registration for the 2026 National EO Forum has reached capacity. Registration for virtual participation is still open. If you can no longer attend in person, please notify us at otinfo-eoinfo@asc-csa.gc.ca so we can offer your place to an individual on the waitlist. Speakers who have not yet registered should contact us at the same address.
Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to seeing you at the Forum.
Detailed description
The National Earth Observation Forum will be held from to at the Canadian Space Agency's John H. Chapman Space Centre in Longueuil, Quebec, and virtually.
The program will include plenaries and thematic seminars.
The last National EO Forum, held in , welcomed more than 280 stakeholders from across Canada, representing federal and provincial departments, Indigenous communities, academia, and industry.
Objectives
- Update on the Canadian Earth observation framework.
- Present opportunities for collaboration in Canada and abroad.
- Discuss current and upcoming EO investments and activities in Canada.
- Supporting science and innovation
Key dates
| Date | Milestone | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Closed | In-person Forum participation | Capacity has been reached |
| Registration ongoing | Registration for virtual Forum participation | October 19, 2026 |
| October 26 to 28, 2026 | National EO Forum | Not applicable |
Transport
By car
- When arriving at the CSA site, use the visitor entry lane (left lane).
- At the gatehouse, the security officer will ask for the names of the passengers and may inspect your vehicle.
- Free parking is available. When the parking lots are full, a security officer will direct you where to park your vehicle. Carpooling is recommended during large events.
By bus or taxi
- Use bus line 428 and get off at the Airport Zone/Canadian Space Agency. Check the RTL website for the full schedule.
- Pedestrians can enter the site through the gate to the left of the gatehouse, where a security officer will take your name.
- By taxi, use the visitor's lane. Taxis may drop passengers off at the entrance to the main rotunda.
By plane
- A new airport is now operational just a short distance from CSA headquarters.
- The Montréal Metropolitan Airport, located at 6400 Airport Road in Longueuil, offers direct and connecting flights to and from several Canadian cities.
Important: There is often heavy traffic around the John H. Chapman Space Centre, particularly from to and from to . Please plan accordingly. Parking at the CSA is free but limited. Please consider car-pooling or taxi.
Accommodation
Book your hotel room today. There are hotels near the Canadian Space Agency's John H. Chapman Space Centre.
What's included
Registration and light snacks during breaks. We encourage you to bring your reusable water bottle.
What's not included
Transportation between the hotel and the CSA, accommodation, and lunches (cafeteria on site).
Contact
Should you have any questions, please contact us at otinfo-eoinfo@asc-csa.gc.ca.