Scheduled for Aug 26–28, 2015 in Vancouver, British Columbia, 12th International Group IV Photonics Conference features comprehensive technical program of original research in fields of Silicon Photonic Applications & Systems; Novel Materials & Nanophotonics; and Photonic Devices, as well as pre-conference workshop on use of advanced silicon photonics design tools, prototyping, and foundry capabilities. Special industry forum will address leading edge topics in the field.