WorldSpeak 2026
Canada’s International Language Industry Flagship Event
WorldSpeak is Canada’s international language industry flagship conference, hosted by the Canadian Language Industry Association (CLIA). Each year, it brings together industry leaders, language service providers, government representatives, academics, technology innovators, and professionals from across Canada and the world.
The conference is a hub for knowledge sharing, networking, and collaboration, featuring keynote presentations, expert panels, workshops, and opportunities to explore the latest trends in translation, interpretation, localization, language technologies, and accessibility services.
Guided by its motto, “Connecting Cultures, Bridging Minds,” WorldSpeak celebrates the power of language to unite people, drive innovation, and open doors to new opportunities. More than just a conference, it is a platform to shape the future of multilingual communication, foster collaboration, and build lasting partnerships.
Why Attend WorldSpeak?
Since its inception, WorldSpeak has become the cornerstone of Canada’s language industry events and a regular stop on the global conference circuit, connecting hundreds of professionals and fostering collaborations that shape the sector. The conference has driven innovation, influenced industry standards, and positioned Canada as a global leader in multilingual communication.
WorldSpeak attracts a diverse audience of language service providers, corporate buyers, technology innovators, government representatives, and academics from across Canada and around the world. This unique mix ensures exceptional opportunities to network, exchange ideas, and form strategic partnerships.
Attending WorldSpeak is your opportunity to be at the centre of the conversations and innovations shaping the future of our sector. Whether you are a language service provider, technology developer, interpreter, academic, government partner, or corporate buyer of language services, WorldSpeak offers exceptional opportunities.
Gain exclusive insights from global experts, explore the latest trends and technologies, and participate in dynamic workshops and panels designed to address today’s industry challenges. Network with peers, potential clients, potential employers, and decision-makers, while building partnerships that can accelerate your growth in both Canadian and international markets.
WorldSpeak isn’t just an event, it’s the place where the Canadian and global language industry comes together to connect, collaborate, and create new opportunities.