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Exceptional Events Coming to the Shaw Centre

Many groundbreaking gatherings at the Shaw Centre are open to the public. Explore our list of upcoming events and plan your visit!

Apr 21-30

Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee

The fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an international legally binding instrument on plastic pollution, including in the marine environment (INC-4), is scheduled to take place at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa, Canada, within the period 21 to 30 April 2024 inclusive of one day for regional consultations.

May 1

AFP Ottawa Fundraising Day

We are excited to announce AFP Ottawa Chapter Fundraising Day 2024 is to take place in-person on May 1, 2024, at the Shaw Centre in Ottawa. This year’s theme is Diversify: Unveiling the Power of Inclusive Fundraising.

May 3-4

MAiD 2024 – The Changing Landscape

Hosted by the Canadian Association of MAiD Assessors and Providers, MAiD2024 will provide you with a high quality learning and development experience alongside MAiD experts in Canada. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and experience MAiD2024 — Canada’s only annual conference serving the diversity of professionals in MAiD!

May 4

Grande Première 2024

Grande Première 2024 is an annual fashion show celebrating the remarkable talents of our emerging Canadian fashion designers. This prestigious event features an exquisite collection of Bustiers, Haute Couture dresses, and garments inspired by the History of Fashion, all meticulously crafted by our first-year students.

May 6

An Evening of Hope – Leadership Dinner 2024

The Leadership Dinner is held the evening before the National Prayer Breakfast as politicians, pastors and Canadians from all walks of life gather in Ottawa together in the spirit of unity and hope. This years event "An evening of hope" will share a venue with the National Prayer Breakfast.

May 7-9

PDW 2024

Each year, DPI holds its annual PDW, a premier learning event for digital professionals. PDW is attended by 5800+ delegates ranging from technical analysts and policy makers to senior managers and Executives who all share a common goal: self-development.

May 7

National Prayer Breakfast 2024

Since 1964, the National Prayer Breakfast has been an opportunity to gather at the heart of Canada’s democracy to lift up national leaders of all kinds, our brave men and women in uniform, and our fellow Canadians in need.

May 8

Ottawa Career Discovery Expo

The We Build a Dream Career Discovery Expo is an opportunity for female identifying students to engage in skilled trade pathway exploration. This event, which takes place on May 8th at the Shaw Centre, focusses on apprenticeship learning and will provide grade 9 and 10 students the opportunity to explore careers and meet employers, hear from women working in the industry and engage in hands-on activities.

May 15

Taste for Hope 2024

Join Shepherds of Good Hope for a glittering night of tantalizing tastes, delicious delicacies, and unbeatable beverages. There’s no better opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those in need–sponsor the tastiest event in town!