

Vancouver Cloud Summit 2026
Third incredible year. One unforgettable community.
Get ready for Canada's most exciting Cloud & AI event, returning to Vancouver for 2026 at the world-famous venue, Science World.
In 2025, Cloud Summit filled the Vancouver Orpheum with attendees, 21 sessions across 8 cloud platforms, world-class speakers, and over $10,000 donated to charity.
This year we're taking over the iconic Science World on the shores of False Creek — the entire building is ours. From the legendary geodesic dome to hands-on interactive areas, rooftop marquee, and sweeping views of the Vancouver skyline, this isn't just a tech conference.
It's a full experience.
Agenda
3:00 PM — Doors Open: Come early, grab a drink, explore the venue, and get your scavenger hunt started before the action kicks off.
3:00 PM — Community Experience Opens: A dedicated space for the AWS community — demos, conversations, and hands-on exploration throughout the afternoon.
3:30 PM — Stage Tracks Begin: Two simultaneous tracks run throughout the afternoon.
Main Stage — Keynotes and headline technical sessions
Community Stage — Practitioner-led talks, real-world stories, and community voices
3:30 PM — HackerRivals Hackathon Kicks Off: The clock starts. 3 hours. One winner. Find out more at HackerRivals.com
6:30 – 7:00 PM — HackerRivals Final Showdown & Winner Announcement: Watch the finalists present and see who takes the crown.
What's included:
Sessions — Keynotes and technical sessions across two stage tracks.
Networking — Connect directly with recruiters, peers, and fellow builders, and explore exciting opportunities across the Canadian tech scene.
HackerRivals Hackathon — The world's most entertaining and intense 3-hour hackathon. Find out more at HackerRivals.com
Explore Science World — We're not just renting a room, we're taking over the building. Roam freely through interactive exhibits and iconic spots, why learn about cloud in a boring ballroom when you can do it inside a geodesic dome?
Snacks & Drinks — Light snacks and soft drinks provided, courtesy of our sponsors.
Scavenger Hunt — Easter eggs are hidden throughout the venue. Collect them all and walk away with some cool prizes.
Sponsors and partners
Cloud Summit is made possible by the incredible organizations that believe in community-driven tech. Past supporters include AWS, Microsoft, Google, Datadog, Elastic, Fortinet, Couchbase, and many more.
What the room looks like
About the Canadian Public Cloud Association
Cloud Summit is proudly organized by the Canadian Public Cloud Association (CPCA) — a non-profit whose purpose is to bring together and educate the local tech community about the cloud, while giving back through charity. Every year, all profits from Cloud Summit are donated to a local cause.
The CPCA is powered entirely by volunteers who are passionate about building a stronger, more connected Canadian tech community. Learn more at canadiancloud.org.