Canadian Bureau for International Education

The Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) is hosting a significant conference that serves as a meeting place for international education professionals from across Canada and around the world. Titled "Global Nexus: International Education’s Role in Canada’s Global Leadership," this event marks a milestone of 60 years of impactful work in the field of international education. Over the decades, CBIE has been pivotal in connecting people, ideas, and opportunities across borders, thereby shaping generations of globally engaged leaders. In light of the complex and competitive global landscape, the conference will explore how international education can continue to be a strategic instrument for Canada’s global engagement amidst shifting cooperation, mobility, and engagement paradigms.
Taking place at the Rogers Centre in Ottawa, this anniversary conference is set on the traditional unceded territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin People. It aims to honor the legacy of international education while also looking forward to the future. Attendees will delve into discussions on the importance of education, mobility, and global engagement, examining ways to strengthen partnerships, deepen collaboration, and prepare globally minded talent for success in a rapidly changing world. The conference emphasizes the need for international education to remain central to Canada’s future, prosperity, resilience, and leadership on the global stage. CBIE is committed to providing a safe and healthy in-person conference experience while also prioritizing environmental sustainability by planning to reduce their carbon footprint for the upcoming events.