Invest Canada Conference 2026
2026-05-26 - 2026-05-28 | Halifax Convention Centre, 1650 Argyle St, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 0E6, Canada
Canadian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association’s flagship annual conference, Invest Canada ’26, is being held in Halifax this May—bringing together senior leaders in venture capital, private equity, institutional investing, government, and innovation. Since 1979, Invest Canada has been Canada’s premier meeting point for private capital decision-makers, offering unparalleled opportunities to build meaningful relationships, uncover investment opportunities, and exchange insights that shape the future of Canadian markets.
For companies operating in the marine and defence sectors, access to private capital is critical to scaling advanced technologies, strengthening domestic supply chains, and accelerating commercialization. As Canada increases its focus on sovereign capability, Arctic security, naval modernization, and dual-use innovation, Invest Canada provides a strategic forum to connect capital with high-growth marine and defence technologies. The conference offers a timely opportunity to align investors with companies developing solutions in maritime surveillance, autonomous systems, ocean data, cybersecurity, and next-generation defence infrastructure.
Over three days of targeted programming, attendees will engage in dynamic discussions on current market themes, gain perspectives from influential keynote speakers, and participate in high-impact networking designed to accelerate growth and collaboration across sectors. Join industry leaders and partners from around the world to connect, learn, and position your organization at the centre of Canada’s thriving private capital ecosystem.

H2O: Home to Overseas Conference 2026
2026-06-08 - 2026-06-10
The H2O: Home to Overseas Conference returns to the Halifax Convention Centre on June 8–10, bringing together marine technology leaders from across Canada and around the world. Hosted by the Ocean Technology Council of Nova Scotia in partnership with government and industry, the conference features expert panels, exhibits, workshops, and B2B meetings designed to connect innovators with partners, customers, and investors across the global marine technology sector.
Recognized as one of Canada’s premier gatherings for marine technology, the event provides a platform to explore emerging technologies, international market opportunities, and collaboration across sectors such as maritime security, offshore energy, aquaculture, and marine data systems.
The conference will conclude with COVE Demo Day on June 11, where technologies move from discussion to live demonstration. Registration for the H2O Conference and COVE Demo Day are separate, and attendees are encouraged to register for both events to experience the full week of programming and innovation.
