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Who We Are

The Canadian Society of Professional Event Planners (CanSPEP) is the only national association dedicated to Canada’s independent event entrepreneurs.

Our 120+ members are business owners—planners, consultants, and boutique agencies—who lead high-impact events for corporate, government, association, and private clients across the country. From luxury galas to global conferences, CanSPEP planners deliver with precision, experience, and influence.

Founded in 1996, we empower our members with practical education, exclusive tools, and a trusted community of peers. CanSPEP is where planners grow stronger—together.

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Membership Benefits

Join Canada’s premier community of independent event entrepreneurs.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with industry peers through exclusive events, forums, and our members-only online community.

Professional Development

Access specialized training, certification programs, and educational resources to advance your business.

Industry Recognition

Gain credibility through our respected professional designation and awards programs.

Collaboration & Community

Harness the power of our nationwide network-independent planners working together, sharing skills, and achieving success.

Ready to Join CanSPEP?

Take your event planning business to the next level by becoming a member of Canada's most respected professional event planning community.

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Upcoming Events

Connect, learn, and grow with our diverse range of professional development and networking events.

CanSPEP Connections November - Event Horror Stories and Your Solutions - I Could Write a Book but Instead I'll Spill the Beans on This Connections Call!

November 12, 2025 13:00 •
2025 CanSPEP Annual General Meeting

November 12, 2025 14:00 • Virtual
2025 CanSPEP Gives Back: Inspiring Kindness

December 02, 2025 13:30 • Hilton Mississauga / Meadowvale, 6750 Mississauga Road, Mississauga, ON L5N 2L3

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Professional Resources

Access our collection of resources designed to help you excel in your event planning career.

Best Practices Guide

Comprehensive guidelines for planning and executing successful events.

PDF GuideAccess

Contract Templates

Essential contract templates for various event planning scenarios.

Template BundleAccess

Virtual Events Masterclass

Learn how to plan and execute successful virtual and hybrid events.

Video SeriesAccess

Event Budget Calculator

Interactive tool to help estimate and manage event budgets effectively.

Excel TemplateAccess

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Member Testimonials

Hear from our members about how CanSPEP has helped them advance their event planning business.

Being a CanSPEP member has transformed my business. The networking opportunities and professional resources have been invaluable to my growth as an event planner.

Sarah Johnson

Founder, Elevate Events

The certification program offered by CanSPEP has given me the credibility and knowledge to take on larger corporate clients. It's been a game-changer for my career.

Michael Thompson

Principal, Thompson Event Solutions

As a new event planner, the support and mentorship I've received from the CanSPEP community has been incredible. It's like having a team of experts at your fingertips.

Lisa Chen

Owner, Inspired Celebrations