Age of Relevance

CAPACOA CONFERENCE 2025

December 1-5, 2025

In an era marked by social shifts, changing environments and technological disruption, the performing arts sector faces a pivotal question: How do we stay relevant to best serve our communities?

Join us in Ottawa, ON

Join CAPACOA from December 1-5 in Ottawa to experience the Age of Relevance: a bold, multi-disciplinary conference that brings together Canada’s national and international presenting and touring sector. Be a part of CAPACOA’s most significant conference yet as we explore the evolving role of the performing arts in society and how to effectively work within it.


Programming Includes:

  • Showcases by artists from a variety of disciplines and music genres

  • Workshops, plenary sessions, PD Sessions

  • Networking events

  • Peer sessions

  • Pitch Sessions

  • One-on-one meetings

In lieu of a traditional exhibition hall, there will be unique opportunities available to make meaningful business connections.

Performances and events will be held at the National Arts Centre, with professional development opportunities at the Alt Hotel Ottawa. CAPACOA members receive discounted rates.

Registration

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Pascale St-Onge Official Portrait Ottawa, Ontario, Canada on October 28, 2021. © HOC-CDC Credit: Mélanie Provencher, House of Commons Photo Services.

For our talented artists to shine, numerous creative industry professionals need to work hard behind the scenes. Once again this year, Confluence will offer everyone in the performing arts community the opportunity to take part in workshops, networking activities, shows and exhibitions, as way to help energize our cultural scene.

The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage