Montreal, October 9–10, 2025
"Mapping the Present, Charting our Future"
The 1st Canadian Conference on Open Science and Open Scholarship is a landmark national event dedicated to accelerating the adoption of open science practices across the country, making research more accessible, transparent, and collaborative. Hosted by Concordia University and partner institutions, the conference arrives at a pivotal moment, as Canada strengthens its commitment to open science through new mandates, platforms, and services. Taking place in Montreal on October 9-10, 2025, the event will convene 150–200 participants from government, academia, and research organizations. Together, they will develop practical guidelines and forge partnerships to transform the way research is conducted and shared nationwide.
You can now check the preliminary conference program! More information about the conference—including the pre-conference online event, conference keynote speakers, full conference program, and general registration details—will be released soon. Be sure to check back for updates and opportunities to get involved.
Pre-conference event – October 3
In preparation for the main conference, we will host a free online pre-conference event on October 3 (12:00–15:30 ET). A panel of experts will speak about specific open science practices, share concrete examples of their implementation, and highlight current challenges. These sessions are designed to spark discussion, provide a shared foundation, and offer valuable insights for participants with different levels of familiarity with open science. Check the pre-conference event program and register by clicking here.
The event is open to everyone, regardless of registration for the main conference. We warmly welcome participants from all career stages and disciplines.
Join our waiting list
Thank you for your interest in the conference. Unfortunately, we have reached capacity for in-person attendance and no additional seats are currently available. Join our waiting list: If you would like to be notified should any seats become available, please complete a brief form via this link. We will contact you immediately if space opens up. Please note that main conference sessions will be available via livestream, and there will be pre-conference networking opportunities. More details will be posted soon on our website. Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to welcome you either in person or virtually.
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