The CTF/FCE Public Education Summit will take place from April 9 to 11, 2025, at the Rogers Centre (formerly known as the Shaw Centre) in downtown Ottawa. This biennial event invites educators, advocates, policymakers, community members and leaders from across Canada to come together and chart a path forward for public education.

Under the theme “Mapping the Way”

This event serves as a guide to navigating the challenges and opportunities that shape the future of education in Canada. As the only major CTF/FCE event open to the public, the Summit brings together a diverse community that includes:

• CTF/FCE Member, Associate, and Partner Organizations: Teachers, educators, union leaders, and staff;
• Academia: Researchers, scholars, and education professionals from colleges and universities;
• Government representatives: Policymakers and leaders in the education and other public sectors;
• Public education advocates and activists: Individuals and organizations committed to protecting and promoting publicly funded education;
• Community members and leaders: Individuals interested in and committed to ensuring strong public education systems across the country.

This year’s program focuses on three critical points of interest shaping the public education landscape:

Guided by these topics, the Summit aims to provide avenues for:

• Building a shared vision for a resilient and equitable public education system;
• Fostering collaboration across sectors to advance the CTF/FCE’s strategic priorities;
• Sharing actionable insights, best practices, and innovative solutions to strengthen public education;
• Developing clear recommendations to ensure Canada’s schools remain of high quality, inclusive, safe, and publicly funded.

Join us in Ottawa as we collectively map the way forward for public education. Through thoughtful dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and a shared commitment to equity and quality, this Summit will serve as a roadmap for safeguarding the future of education in Canada.

Keep an eye out for registration opening in January 2025.

Keynote Speakers

Coming soon.

Important Information

Registration Fees

Registration fees include access to all sessions and social events. View CTF/FCE’s Cancellation Policy.

Book Your Hotel Accommodations

The Westin Ottawa is holding a block of rooms at the following group rates:

• Traditional (Single/Double): $289
• Deluxe Parliament View (Single/Double): $349
• Suites (Single/Double): $499 and up 
• Additional Person: $40

Please book your hotel room by Thursday, March 6, 2025 (16:59 ET) to benefit from the group rate. Book your stay through the direct booking link or call 1-888-627-8528 (toll free) or 1-613-560-7000. When booking over the phone, please reference CTF/FCE Public Education Summit.

Scent-Free Policy

The CTF/FCE adheres to a scent-free policy in our building and at all our meetings and events because of sensitivities and allergies among staff and attendees.

Questions

For any questions about the organization of this event, please contact CTF/FCE Meeting and Event Planner Obianuju Harbor at [email protected].