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The Vancouver Digital Diplomacy Forum 2027 has a participation funding programme for sponsored places. Selected applicants are sponsored by the organisers to take part in the forum on 9 January 2027 in Vancouver, Canada, or online.
The forum is organised by the Canadian Center for Cultural Diplomacy (CCCD), with Diplomatic Protocol and Event Management (DPEM) as the implementation partner. It covers diplomacy, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and digital governance, and it is open to participants from every country. There are two ways in: apply for a sponsored place, or buy a forum pass.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Host country | Canada (Vancouver, venue to be announced) |
| Organiser | Canadian Center for Cultural Diplomacy (CCCD), with DPEM |
| Date | 9 January 2027, 11:00 to 13:00 Vancouver time (19:00 to 21:00 UTC) |
| Format | In person and online |
| Funding | Sponsored participation for selected applicants, decided by committee |
| Who can apply | All nationalities |
| Application fee | US$52 for the funding programme (non-refundable) |
| Forum pass | US$150 (non-refundable) |
| Deadline | 15 November 2026 |
What is the Vancouver Digital Diplomacy Forum?
Diplomacy now happens on screens as much as in embassies. Governments negotiate over AI rules, defend against cyberattacks, and talk to the public on social media. This forum brings together people working on those questions.
The programme includes keynote talks, expert panels, and question-and-answer sessions on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital governance, public policy and international relations. It is a two-hour programme, and you can attend in Vancouver or join online.
What you get
- Sponsored participation for applicants selected through the funding programme
- Keynote addresses and expert panels on AI, cybersecurity and digital governance
- Policy dialogue and question-and-answer sessions
- Networking with participants from many countries
- An official certificate of participation
The official page does not list what the sponsorship covers, such as flights or hotel, or how many sponsored places there are. The committee reviews each application and sends its decision by email.
Who can apply
- Participants from Canada and all other countries
- Students, academics and researchers
- Diplomats and government officials
- Technology, AI, cybersecurity and public policy professionals
- Entrepreneurs, business leaders and NGO staff
- Anyone interested in international relations and digital diplomacy
Is there an age limit?
No age limit is listed on the official page.
Do I need IELTS or TOEFL?
No language test is listed. Sessions are in English, so you should follow and discuss topics in English comfortably.
Can I join online?
Yes. The forum runs in person in Vancouver and online. Joining online means no visa and no travel, which makes it a practical option from anywhere.
Is there an application fee?
Yes. The funding programme charges US$52, non-refundable. The forum pass costs US$150, also non-refundable. Buying a pass is not an application for funding, and an application for funding is not a ticket. They are two separate routes.
Do I need a visa for Canada?
That depends on your passport. The organisers ask anyone who needs a visa to register early, since Canadian visas can take weeks.
Required documents
- The online funding application on the official forum website
- Your institutional details, for the credential check
- Payment of the US$52 application fee
How to write your application
Tie the forum to your work or study. A student in international relations could write about how AI is changing negotiation. Someone in IT could write about cybersecurity threats facing their own government. Say clearly what you will take back and share after the forum.
The committee checks your institution, so name your university, employer or organisation clearly and keep your details consistent.
How to apply, step by step
- Open the official forum page (the button below).
- Choose the participation funding programme, not the forum pass.
- Complete the application form in the Apply section.
- Pay the US$52 application fee.
- Wait for the committee’s decision by email.
Selection process
Applications go through an institutional credential check, then a review by the organising committee. The decision comes by email.
Deadline
15 November 2026.
The forum takes place on 9 January 2027. If you need a visa for Canada, apply early so you have time for the visa process.
Have a question?
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