Photonics North Ottawa

20. - 22. May 2025 | International trade fair and conference for photonics with a focus on research and industrial applications

Photonics North is an annual, highly specialized trade fair and international conference that has established itself as a central platform for the exchange of cutting-edge scientific knowledge, industrial innovations, and strategic research directions in the field of photonics. Organized by the Photonics North Conference Secretariat, the event is exclusively aimed at professionals from academia, industry, and government—bringing together leading scientists, industry experts, and representatives of governmental and research institutions from around the world.

A distinctive feature of Photonics North is its annually rotating venue within Canada. Cities such as Ottawa, Québec City, and Montréal take turns hosting the event, showcasing the innovative strength of different regions and promoting regional knowledge transfer in the field of photonics. This traveling format actively fosters national collaboration between research institutions, industry partners, and emerging talent, thereby strengthening the Canadian photonics community.

With its central theme “Quantum Research and Applications,” Photonics North highlights the growing importance of quantum optics, quantum communication, and photonic information processing. At the same time, it offers a remarkably broad range of topics covering nearly all key areas of modern photonics—from biophotonics and medical imaging to energy-efficient photonic technologies, high-power lasers, nanophotonics, semiconductor photonics, and the interface between artificial intelligence and optical systems.

The showcased products and services span advanced laser technologies, optical sensors, photonic materials, image processing systems, quantum communication solutions, and innovative hardware platforms for AI applications. As such, the conference attracts not only fundamental researchers but also developers of market-ready applications across sectors such as healthcare, environmental monitoring, telecommunications, renewable energy, and industrial automation.

A defining characteristic of Photonics North is its strong academic focus: all abstracts and presentations must be submitted in English, the official language of the conference. Simultaneous interpretation is not provided. However, attendees benefit from Canada's bilingualism, as many services are available in both English and French.

Photonics North is more than just a trade fair—it is a strategic forum for interdisciplinary exchange and a showcase for the innovative power of the global photonics industry. Anyone looking to help shape the technologies of tomorrow will find direct access to thought leaders in one of today’s most dynamic technological fields.

Already for the twenty-seventh time the Photonics North takes place on 3 days from Tue., 20.05.2025 to Thur., 22.05.2025 in Ottawa.

In 12 days
Date:
20.05.2025 - 22.05.2025*
Tuesday - Thursday, 3 days
Trade Show Contact
Display e-mail address
www.photonicsnorth.com

Audience:
professional visitors only

Cycle:
annually

Local time:
23:02 h (UTC -04:00)

Fair location:

Ernst & Young Centre,
4899 Uplands Drive, K1V 2N6 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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Fair organizer
Conferium. Conferences. Events. Service
2828 Laurier Blvd, Suite 700
G1V 0B9 Quebec City, Canada
Tel: +1 (0)418 522 8182
Display e-mail address
conferium.ca
Past editions:
  • 28. - 30. May 2024
    Montreal
  • 12. - 15. June 2023
    Montreal
  • 24. - 26. May 2022
    Niagara Falls
  • 31 May. - 02 Jun. 2021
    Online
  • 26. - 28. May 2020
    Niagara Falls
  • 21. - 23. May 2019
    Québec
  • 05. - 07. June 2018
    Montreal
  • 06. - 08. June 2017
    Ottawa
  • 24. - 26. May 2016
    Québec
  • 09. - 11. June 2015
    Ottawa
  • 28. - 30. May 2014

Fair location:

Ernst & Young Centre,
4899 Uplands Drive, K1V 2N6 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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for trade fair date in Ottawa


Product groups: biophotonics, high-power lasers, lasers, optical sensors, optical sensors, optical simulations, optoelectronic products, photonic design, photonic materials, photonic materials, photonic products, photovoltaics, plasmonics, quantum technologies, THz systems, ultrafast optics, …

Disclaimer: No responsibility is taken for the correctness of this information. Errors and alterations excepted! Fair dates and exhibition sites are subject to change by the respective trade fair organiser.

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FAQ

Where does the Photonics North taking place?
The Photonics North fair takes place in Ottawa, at the Ernst & Young Centre.

When is the Photonics North taking place?
Visit the Photonics North from 20. - 22. May 2025.

How often does the Photonics North take place?
The Photonics North takes place annually.

What kind of fair is the Photonics North?
The Photonics North is an exhibition for Optoelectronics, Lighting and Laser Technology.


Update: 07.05.2025 14:12