CCA 2026 Conference: Coast to Coast to Coast
Join the Canadian Cartographic Association (CCA) for its 2026 Conference, taking place at the Centre of Geographic Sciences (COGS) in Lawrencetown, Nova Scotia.
Under the theme Coast to Coast to Coast, this national conference will bring together cartographers, geospatial professionals, researchers, and students from across Canada and beyond to share ideas, research, and practice in cartography and geospatial science.
Conference Dates:
May 27–29, 2026
Location:
Centre of Geographic Sciences (COGS)
Lawrencetown, Nova Scotia, Canada
Keynote Speaker:
Allen Carroll, author of Telling Stories with Maps, and former Chief Cartographer at National Geographic and Program Manager, Storytelling at Esri.
Conference Highlights include:
- Welcome reception and icebreaker
- Keynote address
- Paper presentations and conference sessions
- CCA Annual General Meeting
- Student awards and competition opportunities
- Optional field trip activities following the conference
This event is ideal for professionals, academics, and students with interests in cartography, GIS, mapping, spatial storytelling, and the broader geospatial sector.
Registration:
Please visit the official conference registration page for current rates, deadlines, and submission information. https://cca-acc.org/conferences/2026-cca-conference
Accommodations:
Accommodation options are available in the surrounding area, including Bridgetown, Middleton, and Kingston. Attendees are encouraged to book early.
For full conference details, presentation submissions, registration, and student competition information, please refer to the official event materials.