Vancouver

Cloud Summit 2026

Canada's Largest Multi-Cloud Conference

Science World

1455 Quebec St, Vancouver, BC V6A 3Z7

Friday, May 1st, 2026

2pm - 9pm

What's Cloud Summit?

Canada's premier multi-cloud conference bringing together hundreds of cloud professionals, industry leaders, and decision-makers from AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and IBM Cloud ecosystems. Connect, learn, and shape the future of cloud computing.

Expand Your Network

Expand Your Network

Connect with industry leaders, decision-makers, and cloud professionals from across the country and beyond.

Watch Presentations

Watch Presentations

Learn from expert speakers sharing the latest trends, best practices, and cloud innovations that are shaping the industry.

Meet Tech Companies

Meet Tech Companies

Discover cutting-edge solutions and services from leading cloud technology providers, sponsors, and innovative startups.

High-Pressure Live Cloud Builds

High-Pressure Live Cloud Builds

Watch top teams race the clock in live cloud showdowns, shipping under pressure as the crowd votes and shapes the action.

Discover Communities

Discover Communities

Connect with local user groups, developer communities, and professional cloud organizations that drive innovation.

Participate in Workshops

Participate in Workshops

Get hands-on experience through interactive sessions on cloud platforms, tools, and practical implementations that matter.

As a non-profit organization, our purpose is to bring together & educate the local tech community about the cloud and support our local community through charity.

Learn More About CPCA

Two Event Locations

Science World Vancouver

Vancouver

Science World

1455 Quebec St, Vancouver, BC V6A 3Z7

Friday, May 1st, 2026

2pm - 9pm

Northeastern University Toronto

Toronto

Northeastern University

375 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2A5

Saturday, August 29th, 2026

12pm - 6pm

Schedule

2:10 PM

Registration Opens

Networking space (full venue isn’t open yet)

2:50 PM

Doors Open to full venue

Experience areas open - sponsored by AWS

3:00 PM - 3:20 PM

Opening Welcome Remarks

Community Stage: streamed to Main Stage

3:20 PM - 3:50 PM

Main Stage: Session 1

Community Stage: Session 1

3:50 PM - 4:20 PM

Main Stage: Session 2

Community Stage: Session 2

4:20 PM - 4:50 PM

Main Stage: Session 3

Community Stage: HackerRivals Round 1

4:50 PM - 5:30 PM

Main Stage: Session 4

10 min break after

Community Stage: Session 3

Panel (Women Shaping the Future of Cloud & AI)

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Main Stage: Session 5

Community Stage: HackerRivals Round 2 Elimination Round

6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Main Stage: Session 6

Community Stage: Session 4

6:30 PM - 7:00 PM

HackerRivals Final

Live on the Community Stage: streamed to the Main Stage

7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

HackerRivals Awards

Closing Remarks

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

After Party (invite only)

Our Speakers

Gabriel Velazquez Lopez

Gabriel Velazquez Lopez

LinkedIn

The One Certification That Works on Every Cloud

Ahmad Awais

Ahmad Awais

LinkedIn

Agentic Engineering & Developing Taste in Coding Agents

Jason Mayes

Jason Mayes

LinkedIn

Vibing with Antigravity for custom Web AI solutions

EVENT
HIGHLIGHTS
Cloud Summit attendees networking during the event

$10,000+

Raised for Charity to date

Audience listening to a Cloud Summit speaker session

800+

In-Person Attendees

19

Speakers

Cloud Summit community members connecting the stage
Live cloud talk in progress at Cloud Summit

12+

Sponsors & Communities

HIGHLIGHT
REEL

Explore Cloud Providers

AWS
Microsoft Azure
Google Cloud
IBM Cloud
Oracle Cloud
Alibaba Cloud
Tencent Cloud
Huawei Cloud

Community Partners

Our Sponsors

Thank You Past Sponsors

We are grateful to our past sponsors who have supported Cloud Summit and helped make our events successful.

All Profits Donated to Local Charity

This event is 100% community-run and focused. No organizers are paid, and no organizers profit in any way from the event. We are proud to support local charities in each city, with a shared goal of raising $10,000.

Our Vancouver charity partner is Union Gospel Mission (UGM). UGM provides meals, education, shelter, safe and affordable housing, recovery programs, and support services for individuals experiencing homelessness and addiction in Metro Vancouver and Mission. In 2025, Cloud Summit successfully raised $10,000 for UGM.

Learn More About UGM

Our Toronto charity partner is Eva's Initiatives for Homeless Youth (Eva's). Eva's provides shelter, transitional housing, and life-changing programs to help homeless and at-risk youth build brighter futures.

Learn More About Eva's

Venue Logistics

Getting to the Venue

Map view for getting to the venue
1455 Quebec Street, Vancouver, BC, V6A 3Z7

Active & Shared Mobility

Bike (Personal)
Bike racks available at the front plaza
Visitors must bring their own lock
Mobi Bike Share
Station located near the entrance (under SkyTrain overpass)
Accessible via seawall cycling path

Public Transport

Bus Routes
Bus 19 - Metrotown / Stanley Park
Bus 22 - Knight / Downtown
Bus 3 - Main / Downtown
Bus 8 - Fraser / Downtown
SkyTrain
Expo Line - Main Street-Science World

Vehicle Access

Car Share
Evo
Share Now (formerly Car2Go)
Designated parking available across Quebec St
Parking
Limited paid parking available
No bus parking
Parking Rates
1 Hour – $5.25
2 Hours – $9.95
4 Hours – $15.25
Until 6:30 PM – $20.95
From 5 PM – 2 AM – $10.50
Payment Options
Phone payment
Credit card
Notes
Rates may change during special events

Accessibility & Facilities

Accessible Parking

There are six wheelchair-accessible spaces in the parking lots. These are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and are located in the lots to the north and south of Science World. Ramps are available to reach the sidewalk.

Automated Entry and Exit Doors

Science World has button-operated automated entry doors and exit doors.

Ramps and Elevators

Science World has ramps that allow access to the first- and second-floor galleries. There are also two elevators which run between the first and second floors.

Service Animals

Service dogs must be on a leash and in the company of their owner at all times. For the safety and comfort of all guests, service dogs must be well-behaved during their visit. Staff reserve the right to ask non-compliant owners and their dogs to leave the premises.

Washrooms

All public washrooms at Science World are equipped with baby-change facilities.

Venue Logistics

Comming Soon

Event Map

Vancouver · Science World

Download Map
Isometric floor plan for Science World Floor 1 with highlighted areas and wayfinding icons
Volunteers lounge restricted access
Community lounge food and drinks
Speakers lounge restricted access
Water refill station
Washrooms
Registration and tickets
Venue map and schedule
Entrance and exit
Lockers $1
Community stage
Elevator

Frequently Asked Questions

Cloud Summit is a community-led tech event bringing together cloud practitioners, developers, architects, security professionals, data teams, and technology leaders for a day of learning, networking, and inspiration.

For Cloud Summit Vancouver it takes place on May 1, 2026. For Cloud Summit Toronto it takes place on August 29, 2026.

For Vancouver the event is being held at Science World in Vancouver, BC. For Toronto the event is being held at Northeastern University in Toronto, ON.

Cloud Summit is designed for anyone working in or around modern technology, including: Cloud engineers and architects Developers Security professionals DevOps and platform teams IT leaders Students and aspiring technologists Whether you're deeply technical or just looking to better understand where cloud and AI are heading, there will be something for you.

You can expect a day of technical talks, community connection, community and sponsor booths, networking, interactive experiences, and great conversations with people from across the local tech community.

No. Cloud Summit is community-led and built to be valuable first. Sponsors help make the event possible, but the goal is to create a genuinely useful and enjoyable experience for attendees.

Yes. The event features technical and community-focused sessions from experienced speakers across cloud, AI, security, infrastructure, development, operations, and leadership.

No. Cloud Summit is not limited to one platform. It is designed for the broader cloud and technology community.

Yes. Attendees need a ticket to attend. You can register through the official event page linked on CloudSummit.ca.

Ticket pricing may change over time, and discounted pricing may be available during certain periods. Check the event page for the latest ticket details.

Your ticket includes access to the event, sessions, sponsor area, and community experiences. Food, drinks, swag, or extras may vary depending on the final event plan and sponsors.

Both. Some sessions will be beginner-friendly, while others will go deeper technically. The event is designed to appeal to a broad range of experience levels.

Yes. Speaker and schedule details will be released on the website as they are confirmed.

Yes. If the call for speakers is open, you can apply through the speaker submission link on CloudSummit.ca.

Yes. Cloud Summit works with sponsors who want to support the local tech community and be part of the event experience. Sponsorship details are available on the website.

Yes. Volunteers are a big part of what makes Cloud Summit possible. If volunteer applications are open, you can sign up through the website.

Both venues in Vancouver and Toronto were selected due to their accessibility. If you have a particular accessibility need, please contact the team in advance.

There are parking options near very close to both venues, but availability and pricing may vary. Public transit is also a convenient option for many attendees.

For Vancouver, Cloud Summit is held at Science World, 1455 Quebec Street. The venue is easy to reach by car, rideshare, public transit, or on foot. The scenic False Creek seawall runs right by Science World, the Main Street–Science World SkyTrain station is directly across the road, and there are two paid parking lots immediately outside the building off Quebec Street. For Toronto, Cloud Summit is held at Northeastern University, 375 Queen Street West in downtown Toronto. The venue is easy to reach by public transit or on foot, with Osgoode Station about a five-minute walk away and the 501 Queen streetcar stopping nearby in both directions.

Food and drinks will be available during the event with a food court lounge on the ground floor and a snack bar on the second floor.

Some sessions or event content will be photographed or recorded.

We do not offer refunds or exchanges.

Yes. Cloud Summit is community-led, and supporting the local community is a core part of the event. Event profits are directed towards the nominated charity and no one from the organizing group, is paid anything. That includes directors to volunteers.

Yes. We want Cloud Summit to be welcoming, inclusive, and respectful for everyone attending. Attendees, speakers, volunteers, and sponsors are all expected to behave professionally and respectfully.

The best way is to check CloudSummit.ca regularly and follow the event’s social channels for speaker announcements, schedule updates, and new event details.

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