Make It Visible
Show how open technologies already support everyday life, education, and Canada’s economy.
A Pan-Canadian Initiative
One National Week. Hundreds of Local Ideas.
Canada Open Source Week will bring together the people, communities, and organizations that use, build, teach, and support open technologies.
Taking place in fall 2027, the initiative will come to life in schools, libraries, Linux user groups, businesses, community organizations, public institutions, and online spaces across the country.
2027Inaugural national editionOur first annual celebration
13Provinces and territories invitedOne celebration, coast to coast
100+Local and online activitiesWorkshops, meetups, demos and more
EN | FRA bilingual initiativeProudly serving all Canadians
Why Now?
Making the Open Infrastructure Behind Our Digital World Visible
Linux and open source already support cloud computing, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, research, telecommunications, and digital services. This week will help Canadians better understand their role and the opportunities they create.
Bring People Together
Create lasting connections among communities, institutions, businesses, volunteers, and the public sector.
Build Capacity
Provide practical opportunities to learn, contribute, create, and discover career pathways.
One Week, Many Experiences
Not One Conference, but a National Movement
Each community can organize an activity suited to its audience, region, and resources. A small local meetup, school workshop, library demonstration, or major conference can all be part of the same celebration.
Coordinated nationally. Imagined and delivered locally.
Hands-on Workshops
Explore Linux, coding, and open tools.
Community Meetups
Connect with local users and mentors.
Educational Activities
Presentations and experiences for students and educators.
Talks and Conferences
Share knowledge, projects, and ideas.
Installfests and Demos
Try Linux and receive practical support.
Virtual Activities
Participate from anywhere in Canada.
A Community-Led Initiative
A National Framework with Room for Local Ideas
The Linux Association of Canada will provide national coordination, visibility, shared resources, and support for organizers. Local groups and partners will retain the freedom to create activities that fit their communities.
Open to Everyone
There Is a Place for You
No previous experience with Linux or open source is required.
Individuals and families
Students and educators
Linux user groups
Libraries and makerspaces
Educational institutions
Technology businesses
Public-sector organizations
Community organizations
The Beginning of Something Lasting
Let’s Build Canada’s Largest Celebration of Open Technology
This inaugural edition is designed to become an annual event that grows through the ideas, skills, and commitment of communities across Canada.