Universities Australia Solutions Summit 2026

Who should apply: 

• Universities
• Academics
• Innovation-focussed or R&D institutions
• EduTech companies
• Education specialists

The 2026 Universities Australia Solutions Summit is Australia’s flagship higher-education event. It gathers over 1,000 leaders from academia, government, industry, and research to address major policy and partnership priorities. Key themes include:

• responsible AI and emerging technologies
• social licence and trust in institutions
• research, innovation and sovereign manufacturing
• future of skills, education, and work

Through keynote sessions, in depth discussions, and high-level networking, the Summit offers Canadian participants with a valuable platform to engage directly with senior decision-makers. Participants will have an opportunity to showcase their capabilities and explore collaboration opportunities across education, research and development. In addition to full conference access, the TCS will facilitate organise targeted business-to-business (B2B) meetings and arrange potential site visits to leading Australian research institutions in Canberra. These activities will support practical engagement with Australia’s university and innovation ecosystem and will be tailored to meet the needs and interests of participants.

For more information or to confirm your registration, contact Shinal Prasad (shinal.prasad@international.gc.ca).

• Gain insights and market intelligence
• Develop a first-hand understanding of the opportunities and challenges of doing business in foreign markets
• Meet key commercial entities, industry players, and potential buyers, investors and/or partners
• Meet key regulatory bodies
• Meet academic or research entities
• Participate in networking events
• Participate in pre-organized business-to-business meetings
• Receive on-the-ground assistance from the Trade Commissioner Service

• Business-to-business (B2B) matchmaking: The TCS organizes curated B2B meetings, connecting Canadian companies with international partners, investors, and clients to explore new business opportunities.