Canadian Coatings Association announced that registration is now open for the 2026 Canadian Coatings Conference, which will take place May 20–21 in downtown Toronto. The event will be held at the OMNI King Edward Hotel and will bring together professionals across the coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers sector.

The 2026 conference introduces an expanded format for the first time, featuring a half-day technical conference alongside a tabletop trade show. The program is designed to support engagement across executive leadership, sales and business development, regulatory, scientific and R&D functions.

Programming begins on May 20 with concurrent board meetings and technical sessions, followed by an evening welcome reception open to all registered attendees. The technical sessions will run during the afternoon and are open to all conference participants.

The second day of the conference, May 21, will feature plenary sessions and a tabletop trade show running throughout the day. Exhibitor displays will be accessible during networking breaks and lunch, providing extended visibility for participating organizations. The event will conclude with the Chair Awards Gala, an evening program recognizing industry leadership.

According to the association, registration will remain open at individual member and non-member rates through May 8, 2026. Group registration options are available for member organizations. Exhibit space for the tabletop trade show is limited, with a capped number of exhibitors available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Canadian Coatings Conference serves as the national gathering for the Canadian CASE industry, providing a forum for technical exchange, regulatory discussion and business networking as the sector addresses evolving market and performance demands.