Auditorium

The Auditorium at the Canada Science and Technology Museum is a spacious and well-equipped event space, ideal for keynote speeches, presentations, and panel discussions. Designed for a professional and engaging experience, the auditorium features comfortable seating, high-quality AV capabilities, and a large stage, ensuring clear visibility and sound for all attendees.

Please note that no food or drinks are allowed inside the auditorium to maintain the cleanliness and quality of the space. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping the venue in top condition for all guests.

Canada Science and Tech Museum - Auditorium

Accessible by Design: A Hands-On Guide to Inclusive Web Experiences

Room
Auditorium
Speaker(s)
mike.gifford
TouficSbeiti
Session Category
Front-End Development & Web Design
Audience
Beginner
A practical, interactive introduction to digital accessibility. Learn why accessibility matters, explore automated and manual testing methods, watch a live screen‑reader demo, and test a webpage yourself using your smartphone. We’ll also look at how accessible‑first frameworks improve user experience and how you can contribute to them.

Closing Remarks & 3D Printer Raffle

Room
Auditorium
Speaker(s)
sjaffery
kathc
Session Category
Closing
Audience
Beginner
As DrupalCamp Ottawa 2026 comes to a close, join us for a final gathering to reflect on the day’s insights, connections, and community moments. We’ll highlight key takeaways, recognize our speakers, sponsors, and volunteers, and share what’s next for the local Drupal community.

Stick around for the grand finale, our raffle draw for a 3D printer! Don’t miss your chance to win and celebrate the end of a fantastic camp with fellow attendees.

EvolveUx

Room
Auditorium
Speaker(s)
maya
Session Category
Front-End Development & Web Design
Audience
Beginner
EvolveUX Fast Feedback Design Sessions are interactive events where designers, developers, and digital professionals present their websites for quick, real-time feedback. Whether you're showcasing your work or sharing insights, this collaborative space helps refine designs, spark new ideas, and connect with peers. Presenters get a 5-minute slot to walk through their site, while attendees learn from real examples and provide constructive input. Want to participate? Just bring your website or laptop and join the conversation—last-minute presenters are always welcome! 🚀

Drupal for Warriors: Multilingual Drupal from Configuration to AI integration, in the original Klingon

Room
Auditorium
Speaker(s)
dpascoed
Session Category
Development
Audience
Beginner
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Explore Drupal’s powerful multilingual capabilities in this session. We’ll cover core components, configuration, custom languages, and how multilingual workflows function in practice. Learn common pitfalls, real-world scenarios, and tools for translation—including external services and AI. Open to Drupal users and Klingon speakers of all skill levels.

Design Logic Unearthed: Code rock-solid sites via the lost art of design interrogation

Room
Auditorium
Speaker(s)
daniel.oconnor
Session Category
Front-End Development & Web Design
Audience
Advanced
Deadlines are tight, UI bugs pile up, spacing feels chaotic, and Drupal images crop awkwardly. Instead of piling on CSS hacks, what if we stepped back and examined the design logic? This session revives “design interrogation,” a front-end skill for uncovering smarter, more maintainable solutions. We’ll explore why quick fixes fail, identify the logic behind spacing and imagery, and learn how to build resilient systems—or create our own where none exist.

Code as Constitution: Building Public Digital Infrastructure We Can Actually Trust

Room
Auditorium
Speaker(s)
mike.gifford
Session Category
Business and Strategy
Audience
Beginner
In 2026, the platforms powering public services act as “unseen constitutions,” yet reliance on proprietary black-box software limits our ability to audit and govern them. Digital sovereignty is no longer optional, it’s essential. Inspired by Europe’s push for open source as public infrastructure, this session explores how Drupal enables autonomy through its global community and contribution model, helping governments reduce Big Tech dependence and build accountable, resilient digital ecosystems.

Keynote Speaker: Rod Martin "The Builder Breakthrough: Confidence Over Confusion"

Room
Auditorium
Speaker(s)
rod.m
Session Category
Keynote
Audience
Beginner
Kick off DrupalCamp Ottawa 2026 with our opening keynote featuring Rod Martin. In The Builder Breakthrough: Confidence Over Confusion, Rod explores how AI is transforming Drupal site building, from configuring systems to directing them. Learn how this shift will shape the future of Drupal and the role of builders. The session also includes a welcome, event overview, and recognition of our community and sponsors.

Drupal 101: A Quick Crash Course

Room
Auditorium
Speaker(s)
dpascoed
Session Category
Training
Audience
Beginner
New to Drupal and not sure what a node is? This beginner-friendly crash course introduces the core concepts you need to get oriented fast. We’ll cover essential terminology like content types, fields, taxonomy, blocks, and views, and explain how Drupal structures, manages, and displays content. Perfect for first-time users who want a clear foundation so they can make the most of the rest of the day.

Closing remarks

Room
Auditorium
Speaker(s)
ODA
Session Category
Training
Audience
Beginner
As DrupalCamp Ottawa 2025 comes to a close, join us for the closing remarks, where we’ll reflect on the day's highlights, key takeaways, and community connections made throughout the event. We’ll also take a moment to thank our speakers, sponsors, and volunteers for making this event possible.

Whether it’s your first DrupalCamp or you’re a longtime attendee, we encourage everyone to stick around, share final thoughts, and continue the conversation beyond the event. See you next year! 🚀
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