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Innovation in the Canadian Context

WordCamp Canada • Ottawa, Ontario • October 15-17

Happy Canada Day! “Innovation” isn’t just a buzzword here, it’s a how even small, local businesses have a big, global impact.

As we plan and organize WordCamp Canada, we want to keep our focus on the vibrant and distinctly Canadian spirit of our part of the global WordPress community.

We want to be rooted in Canadian values of practicality, inclusivity, openness, creativity, and collaboration. We think those roots are necessary for innovation, and the WordPress project will only continue to thrive if it has them.

Planning with Purpose at WordCamp Canada

In the Canadian WordPress community, innovation often looks like solving local problems with global tools.

We don’t chase trends for their own sake. We build thoughtfully, with real people in mind.

It’s Indigenous-led digital agencies creating platforms that honour cultural heritage while pushing technical boundaries. It’s freelancers, educators, and contributors working together to make the open web more accessible and equitable for everyone.

Our innovation thrives through collaboration; across provinces, time zones, and languages. We don’t just build with code; we build with care. Whether it’s through multilingual content strategies, sustainable hosting, or AI-integrated workflows that respect user agency, Canadian WordPress professionals are shaping what it means to innovate with intention.

At WordCamp Canada 2025, we celebrate this spirit. We gather not only to share what’s new, but to ask: Who is it for? Who does it include? And how can we build a web that works better for all of us?

Why This Matters

Canada’s digital landscape is evolving fast. From AI-powered platforms and decentralized networks to cutting-edge hosting services and community-first design, Canadian innovators are pushing WordPress beyond borders. WordCamp Canada 2025 is more than an event; it’s a celebration of Canadian ingenuity, collective progress, and open-source leadership.

Join us as we explore what innovation really means in the Canadian context and how we can shape the future of WordPress, together.

Let’s carry that spirit to Ottawa — see you at WordCamp Canada! 🎟️ Tickets are on sale now, and we’ve secured discount rates for you at area hotels. 🏨


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