Impact is not accidental. It is engineered.

From university labs to global pharmaceutical campuses, Mississauga is where ideas get turned into real-world health solutions. One of Canada’s most integrated life sciences hubs, it brings together startups, manufacturers and policymakers to move innovation forward, faster. By hosting your next event in Canada, you can tap into a life sciences pipeline built for growth.

(Schaumburg, IL - April 7, 2026) — The Council of Engineering and Scientific Society Executives (CESSE) announces the continuation of its year‑round partnership with Destination Canada for 2026, reinforcing a shared commitment to supporting its base of STEM society professionals through industry insight and meaningful member engagement.

A long-time trusted partner to CESSE, Destination Canada will engage with CESSE members throughout the year and play an active role in key CESSE programs. This sustained partnership reflects a strong alignment between both organizations around the advancement of STEM societies.

Canada’s innovators are building the transformative health technologies the world needs now. In Toronto, a thriving health corridor brings together world-class hospitals, universities, research institutes, startups and global tech leaders—all within walking distance of each other. It’s a uniquely connected ecosystem that makes Toronto a natural choice for life sciences conferences and meetings that spark collaboration and discovery.

In 2025, Canada’s life sciences sector is making headlines around the world. From Nobel-level recognition and billion-dollar investments to next-generation therapies and world-class facilities, the country is demonstrating why it belongs at the forefront of global health innovation. For international associations, these breakthroughs are more than good news stories—they signal why Canada is a natural choice for conferences that advance the frontiers of science.

When events are designed with clear purpose, they go beyond simple gatherings—they become powerful catalysts for change.

At Destination Canada, our multi-year Legacy & Impact Study is examining events held here to uncover strategies that decision makers and societies can use to leave a lasting impact.

What happens when you put a radiation researcher and an architect in the same room? You get bold, imaginative collaborations that lead to global breakthroughs.

(Chicago, IL February 24, 2025) — The Council of Engineering and Scientific Society Executives (CESSE) is pleased to announce the continuation of its premier strategic partnership with Destination Canada (DC) in 2025. This ongoing collaboration reflects the shared commitment of both organizations to advancing opportunities and delivering value for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) society professionals.

CESSE, recognized as the leading provider of educational, networking, and leadership development opportunities for professionals in STEM societies, serves a growing membership of 961 individuals, including 186 CEOs and 771 staff members. Currently, 197 STEM societies are represented in the association. CESSE continues to elevate its mission through impactful partnerships like the one with Destination Canada.

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As this year’s ACCESSE24 showed, creating a more inclusive and sustainable future is critical to the organizational success of STEM societies and associations.

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Business events can unleash positive ripple effects that are felt long after they end and delegates return home—from opening the door to transformative collaborations and unlocking investment opportunities, to attracting top-notch talent and spurring innovation.

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With an overwhelming number of organizations around the world investing in sustainability, the message is clear—sustainability is here to stay, so get on board or get left behind. Soon, holding an unsustainable event will not be good enough. But in a world of rising costs, how can we implement sustainability measures and stay on budget?

In 2023, Destination Canada hosted its first ever carbon neutral event, Innovate Canada in Waterloo, Ontario—on budget. To help guide you, here are 10 simple, cost-effective ways we found to make your event more environmentally, socially and economically sustainable.