Canada to co-host 28th Annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense Conference: Strengthening Collective Security: Navigating Challenges in a Dynamic Indo-Pacific Landscape

Final Call-out – Advance registration required before midnight, Monday August 24

August 24, 2026 – Ottawa, Ontario – Department of National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces

The 28th annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense (CHODs) conference will be held in Victoria, Canada from August 31 to September 2, 2026. The conference will be co-hosted by Canada’s Chief of the Defence Staff, General Jennie Carignan, and the Commander of United States (U.S.) Pacific Command, Admiral Samuel J. Paparo. 

This year’s theme, “Strengthening Collective Security: Navigating Challenges in a Dynamic Indo-Pacific Landscape” will bring together senior miliary leaders, practitioners and regional experts to discuss regional security issues, including non-defence and non-military perspectives.

A total of 32 countries have been invited to participate this year. Held annually since 1998, the conference brings together senior military leaders from across the Indo-Pacific to strengthen mutual understanding, cooperation and interoperability among allies and partners.

When: Monday, August 31 to Wednesday, September 2, 2026

Where: Victoria Conference Centre, 20 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 3M7

Notes to editor

Due to space and security considerations, a maximum of 100 media badges will be issued for the conference, including camera operators and producers. Media accreditation is required in advance.  

Please consult the conference webpage for the registration details and information about media opportunities. The application period closes on Monday, August 24, at midnight. Applications received after this deadline will not be considered.  

For questions, please email: MediaPACOM-MediasPACOM@forces.gc.ca