7th Annual Hate Crime Conference
for Law Enforcement
April 14–15, 2027
Ottawa Art Gallery · Ottawa, Ontario
Presented by Simon Wiesenthal Centre Canada
in partnership with Ottawa Police Service
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7th annual · 2027
Building a Case Against Hate brings together law enforcement professionals from across Canada, including members of the RCMP, Canadian Armed Forces, provincial and municipal police services, and Crown prosecutors.
Now in its seventh year, the conference focuses on combatting hate-motivated crimes through expert-led panel discussions, real-world case studies and networking opportunities that encourage collaboration, knowledge-sharing and the exchange of best practices.
Participants explore emerging challenges, cutting-edge approaches and innovative strategies while gaining practical tools and enhanced knowledge to strengthen their ability to investigate, prevent and prosecute hate crime cases in communities across Canada.
Each year, the conference welcomes more than 500 professionals from across the country, both in person and online. The 2027 conference will also be streamed virtually to ensure accessibility for those unable to attend in person.
Presented in partnership with the Ottawa Police Service
In-person attendees will enjoy breakfast, lunch and refreshments throughout both days, along with an evening networking reception on Day One to connect with colleagues from across the country.
Additional event details, including speakers, agenda and registration, will be announced in the coming months.
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Ottawa Art Gallery, 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, ON K1N 0C5
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On-site parking is not available at the Ottawa Art Gallery. However, several paid parking options are conveniently located nearby, including at the Rideau Centre, Novotel Ottawa and Les Suites Hotel.
Attendees are encouraged to plan their transportation in advance. Please note that parking and transportation costs are the responsibility of individual attendees.
A courtesy room block has been arranged for conference attendees at Le Germain Hotel Ottawa, conveniently located near the Ottawa Art Gallery.
Conference attendees will have access to a special preferred rate of $329 per night for the nights of April 13 and 14, 2027.
Booking details and a reservation link will be available soon.
Please note that rooms are not guaranteed and reservations will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to availability at the time of booking. We encourage attendees to book early to secure the preferred rate.
Register your interest below to be among the first to receive conference announcements and registration information.
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Attendance is limited to law enforcement personnel (sworn or civilian) and Crown prosecutors.
Registration eligibility may be subject to confirmation.
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Building a Case Against Hate 2027 will take place at the Ottawa Art Gallery, 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, ON K1N 0C5.
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April 14–15, 2027.
The conference will take place at the Ottawa Art Gallery, 50 Mackenzie King Bridge, Ottawa, ON K1N 0C5.
Formal registration is not yet open. Complete the Register Your Interest form to receive updates.
Attendance is limited to law enforcement personnel, including sworn officers and civilian staff involved in hate crime policing and prevention. The conference is also open to Crown prosecutors and legal experts working in the field of hate crime prevention.
Registration covers the full conference and includes access to all sessions, both in-person and virtual. Individual session passes or single-day tickets are not available.
Sessions will explore a range of topics, including hate crime investigation strategies, sharing best practices, addressing investigative challenges, and fostering community partnerships. Participants will also engage with case scenarios and case studies, providing opportunities to apply their knowledge to real-world situations and enhance practical skills.
The conference will feature international and local expert speakers from law enforcement, legal fields, and community organizations. A detailed speaker list will be announced closer to the event, and the full program will be updated on the conference website.
Yes. Breakfast, lunch, snacks and refreshments will be served to in-person attendees on both days, with a networking reception on the evening of the first day.
Yes. The conference will be streamed virtually for those unable to attend in person. Virtual participation details will be shared when registration opens.
The conference will be streamed live for virtual participants, but recordings of the sessions will not be provided.
No. Registering your interest allows you to receive conference updates. It does not constitute formal registration or guarantee attendance.
For questions about Building a Case Against Hate 2027, please contact Simon Wiesenthal Centre Canada.
advocacy@fswc.ca
