# Event Details - **Event Name**: FORUM CONGO CANADA 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 am (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Un événement pour rassembler les communautés congolaises et canadiennes en 2026, célébrant la culture, l'histoire et les liens entre nos deuAbout this EventFORUM CONGO-CANADA 2026 – 2ᵉ ÉDITIONDu 24 au 26 avril 2026 Ottawa–Gatineau | CanadaDescription de l’événementAprès le succès historique de la première édition, le Forum Congo-Canada (FICEC) revient en 2026 avec encore plus d’impact, de visibilité et d’opportunités !Organisé par le Conseil Canadien de Représentation des Communautés Congolaises (CCRCC), ce forum unique en son genre est la principale plateforme de rencontre entre les acteurs économiques, culturels, communautaires et institutionnels du Canada et de la République Démocratique du Congo (RDC).Objectifs du ForumFavoriser les échanges bilatéraux et les partenariats durablesMettre en lumière les entrepreneurs afrodescendants, congolais et canadiensValoriser la culture congolaise et afro-canadienne comme levier d’innovationPromouvoir la jeunesse, les femmes, la diaspora et les investissements responsablesCréer un espace de réseautage stratégique pour les professionnels, artistes, chercheurs et décideursProgramme – Édition 2026Panels & conférences sur l’entrepreneuriat, l’innovation, la culture et les politiques publiquesRencontres B2B avec investisseurs, incubateurs, institutions publiques et privéesExpositions culturelles et artistiques congolaises et africainesEspaces dédiés aux femmes leaders et aux jeunes professionnelsSoirée de Gala & remise de prix (innovation, leadership, impact communautaire)Public viséEntrepreneurs et investisseurs (Canada, RDC, diaspora)Étudiants et jeunes professionnelsArtistes, créateurs, gestionnaires culturelsInstitutions, ONG, associations communautairesChercheurs, universitaires et décideurs politiquesPourquoi participer ?- Créez des connexions puissantes entre l’Afrique et le Canada- Faites partie d’un mouvement de transformation économique et culturelle- Bénéficiez de visibilité nationale et internationale- Accédez à des opportunités de financement, de formation et de collaborationInformations pratiquesLieu : Ottawa & Gatineau (lieux exacts à confirmer) Dates : Du vendredi 24 au dimanche 26 avril 2026 Billets : Formules gratuites ou payantes selon votre statut (étudiants, diaspora, partenaires)✉ Lettre d’invitation (pour visa)Si vous avez besoin d’une lettre d’invitation, veuillez envoyer votre demande par courriel à : N’oubliez pas d’inclure une preuve de réservation de billet (PARTICIPANT INTERNATIONAL) à l’événement.Contact & Partenariatsforum@communautecongolaise.com www.ForumCongoCanada.com +1 (343) 883‑9984Rejoignez la 2ᵉ édition du Forum Congo-Canada et construisons ensemble l’avenir de nos communautés à l’échelle internationale.#FICEC2026 #CongoCanada #DiasporaActive #InnovationAfro #CCRCChttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tpnAWkzcsY4&list=PLsxry58mtVqtiIHknNxRLgV1ZBphDcQZB&index=57https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P2QzfV1oedc&list=PLsxry58mtVqtiIHknNxRLgV1ZBphDcQZB&index=12https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=620-rPr2tzk&list=PLsxry58mtVqtiIHknNxRLgV1ZBphDcQZB&index=11https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBXQx8tOEc8&list=PLsxry58mtVqtiIHknNxRLgV1ZBphDcQZB&index=23FORUM CONGO-CANADA 2026 – 2nd EDITIONMay 24 to 26, 2026 Ottawa–Gatineau, CanadaFollowing the historic success of the first edition, the Forum Congo-Canada (FICEC) returns in 2026 with even greater impact, visibility, and opportunities.Organized by the Canadian Council for the Representation of Congolese Communities (CCRCC), this unique forum is the leading platform connecting economic, cultural, community, and institutional actors from Canada and the Democratic Republic of Congo.Forum ObjectivesFoster bilateral exchange and long-term partnershipsHighlight Afro-descendant, Congolese, and Canadian entrepreneursShowcase Congolese and Afro-Canadian culture as a driver of innovationPromote youth, women, diaspora, and responsible investmentsCreate strategic networking spaces for professionals, artists, researchers, and policymakersProgram Highlights – 2026 EditionPanels and conferences on entrepreneurship, innovation, culture, and public policyB2B meetings with investors, incubators, public and private institutionsCultural and artistic exhibitions featuring Congolese and African talentDedicated spaces for women leaders and young professionalsGala evening and awards ceremony (innovation, leadership, community impact)Who Should AttendEntrepreneurs and investors (Canada, DRC, diaspora)Students and young professionalsArtists, creators, and cultural managersInstitutions, NGOs, and community associationsResearchers, academics, and policy leadersWhy ParticipateBuild powerful connections between Africa and CanadaJoin a movement for economic and cultural transformationGain national and international visibilityAccess funding, training, and collaboration opportunitiesPractical InformationLocation: Ottawa & Gatineau (exact venues to be confirmed)Dates: Friday, April 24 to Sunday, April 26, 2026. Tickets: Free and paid options available for students, diaspora, and partnersVisa Invitation LetterIf you require an invitation letter for visa purposes, please send your request by email to:pdg@communautecongolaise.comYour request must include proof of ticket reservation for the event as an INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPANT.Contact and PartnershipsEmail: forum@communautecongolaise.comWebsite: www.ForumCongoCanada.comPhone: +1 (343) 883-9984Join the second edition of the Forum Congo-Canada and help shape the future of our communities on a global scale.FICEC 2026 – Connecting Vision, Action, and Impact. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/gatineau/forum-congo-canada-2026/100001519707338559 - **Event Categories**: business, art, workshops, exhibitions, theatre, meetups - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 16 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 1213.83, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Gatineau - **state**: QC - **country**: Canada - **location**: 25 Rue Laurier - **lat**: 45.4277952 - **long**: -75.71093309999999 - **full address**: 25 Rue Laurier, 25 Rue Laurier, Gatineau, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: FORUM CONGO CANADA 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/7e56cc6bb1f52160c87d545edf6f1c32a3c12dc02e72ba81331b30b838bc940b-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf5efdc-gmir.jpg?v=1758616337 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is FORUM CONGO CANADA 2026 being held? - **A:** FORUM CONGO CANADA 2026 takes place on Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am to Sun, 26 Apr, 2026 at 12:00 am at 25 Rue Laurier, 25 Rue Laurier, Gatineau, Canada. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for FORUM CONGO CANADA 2026? - **A:** Tickets for FORUM CONGO CANADA 2026 are priced at CAD 1,214 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityPARTICIPANTS INTERNATIONAUXCAD 1,214 + CAD 66 fee + CAD 158 taxAvailable2 for 1 Admission PARTICIPANTS INTERNATIONAUXCAD 589 + CAD 33 fee + CAD 77 taxLimitedResidents canadiensCAD 32 + CAD 3 fee + CAD 4 taxAvailableACRÉDITATION JOURNALISTE (VALIDATION NÉCESSAIRE)FreeAvailableEXPOSANTS - 2 JOURSCAD 369 + CAD 21 fee + CAD 48 taxAvailableGALA DE CLOTURECAD 124 + CAD 8 fee + CAD 16 taxAvailable2 for 1 GALA DE CLOTURECAD 63 + CAD 5 fee + CAD 8 taxAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing FORUM CONGO CANADA 2026? - **A:** FORUM CONGO CANADA 2026 is organized by Communauté Congolaise - CCRCC. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** FORUM CONGO CANADA 2026 is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Gatineau, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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