About the Canadian Arts Summit

The Canadian Arts Summit is a gathering of senior art leaders, including artistic directors, executive directors and volunteer board chairs of Canada’s largest arts institutions. The Summit plays a vital role in bringing together leading voices from Canada and internationally to help shape the future of arts in Canada.

From April 9-11, 2026, over 150 arts leaders from across the country came together at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity for the 2026 Canadian Arts Summit.