About Us
The Canadian Association for Composite Structures and Materials (CACSMA) is a Canadian professional society that brings together researchers, government professionals, and corporate stakeholders who specialize in the science, technology, and application of composite materials.
Events
August 2-6, 2027
Singapore
25th International Conference on Composite Materials
The 25th International Conference on Composite Materials (ICCM25) will be held in Singapore from 2 to 6 August 2027, marking a significant milestone for this flagship event. ICCM25 will showcase the latest advances in composite materials research, design, manufacturing, and sustainability, fostering dialogue across academia, industry, and government.
With the strong all-of-nation support from Singapore’s leading institutions—including the National University of Singapore (NUS), Nanyang Technological University (NTU), the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), research institutes under A*STAR, DSO National Laboratories, and the Singapore Tourism Board—ICCM25 promises an exceptional scientific program and an engaging cultural experience.
Participants can look forward to world-class plenary lectures, technical sessions, exhibitions, and networking events in one of the most vibrant and connected cities in Asia.
August 10-13, 2026
Vancouver, Canada
14th Canadian-International
Conference on Composites
The 14th Canadian-International Conference on Composites, CANCOM 2026, was held at The University of British Columbia’s Vancouver campus between August 10 and 13, 2026.
CANCOM is the premier Canadian conference on composite materials and is expected to attract researchers, industry members, and others involved with composite materials from around the world. The conference will feature an education day, three days of research presentations, and opportunities for networking and engaging discussions during the reception, banquet, lunches, and coffee breaks.
Sergey Kravchenko, CANCOM 2026 Co-Chair
(University of British Columbia)
Casey Keulen, CANCOM 2026 Co-Chair
(University of British Columbia)
April 27-30, 2026
Seattle, USA
SAMPE 2026 Conference & Exhibition
The SAMPE 2026 Conference & Exhibition was held in Seattle, USA between April 27 and 30, 2026.
When advanced materials meet manufacturing, innovation takes center stage. As SAMPE 2026 arrives in Seattle, the Pacific Northwest becomes the epicenter of materials and manufacturing excellence. Discover the game-changing collaborations, insights, and solutions that will fuel your next breakthroughs—in the region where aerospace giants and tech innovators call home.
The SAMPE 2026 Conference & Exhibition provides a forum for the presentation, exchange and discussion of the latest research into composite materials and their applications.
Membership
CACSMA is a Canadian professional society that brings together researchers, government professionals, and corporate stakeholders who specialize in the science, technology, and application of composite materials.
Awards
CACSMA recognizes outstanding achievements at the undergraduate, masters, doctoral, and lifetime career levels in the field of composite structures and materials.
