Events

Busy professionals keep their edge by regularly upgrading their knowledge, keeping up with the latest in best practices and adding new skills. To help, we are proud to offer networking events featuring national and international experts on current topics such as government, security and policy, leadership and others.

Upcoming Events

  

The Resilient Leader

August 11, 2026 | Join us for a dynamic, interactive session designed to help professionals strengthen cognitive flexibility and develop practical strategies for navigating change with confidence.
  

Canada Workforce Initiative 2031

September 29-30, 2026 | Are you ready to help shape the skills Canada will need by 2031? Artificial intelligence is redefining roles. Organizations are reinventing themselves. Sectors are evolving faster than training systems can keep up.
  

Defence Industry Day

October 8, 2026 | Join us at uOttawa for the uOttawa Defence Industry Day. This guided tour and briefing series will provide your team with a complete overview of the variety of research and development activities and collaboration opportunities...
  

uOttawa PDI Spotlight Series

The PDI Spotlight Series a dynamic new event series that shines a light on the University of Ottawa’s Professional Development Institute (PDI), its innovative course offerings, and its exceptional instructors.
  

uOttawa PDI GovTech Series

The GovTech Event Series, presented by the University of Ottawa’s Professional Development Institute (uOttawa PDI) is designed to bridge the gap between government priorities and private sector innovation.
  

uOttawa National Security Boardroom Briefing Series

The uOttawa Professional Development Institute (uOttawa PDI) invites Canadian leaders from the private and public sectors to participate in a biweekly, high-impact executive briefing series, designed to provide clarity and guidance in navigating...

Events Archive

  

Adaptation to Climate Change: Food Production & Housing 🎥

VIDEO RECORDING AVAILABLE | On April 22, 2026 uOttawa PDI hosted a special event focused on Climate Change Adaptation, with a spotlight on Food Production and Housing two systems at the heart of human wellbeing and economic resilience.
  

Large and Complex Projects & Public Procurement

On March 11, 2026, the Professional Development Institute (uOttawa PDI) hosted a free online and in-person event to help professionals navigate this rapidly changing landscape. The event focused on Large and Complex Projects.
  

Canada’s Defence Industry, the Arctic, and Emerging Opportunities under the Carney Government

On March 9, 2026, the PDI Boardroom Brief event brought together senior policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders to examine the future of Canada’s defence industry, with a particular emphasis on Arctic and Northern projects...
  

Business Transformation, Strategic KPIs and People-Centric Change Management

On February 27, 2026 a roundtable was held to show how Human Resources drives performance by applying systemic thinking and business insight. HR professionals can shape outcomes, guide leaders through transformation, and ensure success is achieved.
  

How To Use Transparency as Strategy

On February 5, 2026, a free online webinar was held to explore the theme "How to Use Transparency as Strategy". At a time of disruption, complexity, and declining trust, transparency emerged as one of the most powerful—and misunderstood—tools.