2026 CanSPEP Day

Connect. Create. Collaborate.
A day of meaningful connections, creative inspiration, and collaborative growth — where the future of events are built together.  

STACKT market
28 Bathurst St., Toronto, Ontario, M5V 0C6

Early Bird Registration Deadline:  December 31, 2025
(a savings of at least $30)

Let’s think BIG and get empowered together!  Join us for an inspiring day to learn the strategies, skills, and mindset needed to successfully scale an event business. Throughout the day, you’ll gain insights from guest speakers, network with peers and participate in meaningful conversations.  

Whether you’re just starting out or ready for the next phase of growth, don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge, enhance your business, and embrace a growth mindset!

There is a block of rooms for CanSPEP at the 1Hotel Toronto, 550 Wellington Street West, Toronto for January 18 - 21, 2026

Booking Link: 1 Hotel Toronto x CanSPEP

AGENDA
(access speaker bios here)

8:00 am – 9:00 am - Registration and Continental Breakfast, with option STACKT market tour

9:00 am – 9:45 am – Welcome and Opening Remarks
Emcee, Jennifer Spear, Clean Slate Strategies

9:45 am – 10:45 am – Speed Networking: How Can We Collaborate?
Facilitated by Jennifer Spear & Michelle Planche
A lively, structured networking session designed to foster partnerships, share expertise, and explore collaboration opportunities

10:45 am – 11:15 am - Break

11:15 am – 12:15 pm - Education Session #1
Presented by:  Trevor Lui, Highbell Hospitality Group

12:15 pm – 1:30 pm - Lunch 

1:30 pm – 2:15 pm  - Education Session
Panel Discussion -Building Community In Your Events

Panelists: Rachel Wong, Co-Founder, Monday Girl;  Marsha Druker, Founder, F***up Nights Toronto; Disha Bobby, Founder, Brains and Barstools; Danny Desatnik, Founder, Playlist Storytellers

2:15 pm – 3:00 pm - Education Session
Member to Member Learning “Designing the Future of Events”
Facilitated by Jennifer Spear, Cleanslate Strategies
Learning Outcomes

●     Understand how to build strong attendee communities that foster loyalty, repeat participation, and long-term engagement.
●     Identify and apply emerging design and experience trends shaping the future of live, hybrid, and virtual events.
●     Develop attendee-driven experience and program designs that adapt to diverse learning styles and maximize engagement.
●     Leverage AI and innovative tech tools to enhance creativity, streamline planning, and push the boundaries of event design
●     Use storytelling, influencer strategies, and content marketing to amplify events, attract new audiences, and convert attendees into advocates.

3:00 pm – 3:30 pm - Break

3:30 pm – 5:00 pm - Education Session
CONNECT Ask an Expert- Round Table Forum
Facilitated by Candice Gottschall, HappyTuesday

Join us for “Meet the Expert,” a fast-paced series of 20-minute micro-sessions where attendees rotate through three rounds of practical, high-impact learning with specialists across law, finance, HR, business growth, AI, safety, grants, and more. This interactive format gives planners direct access to expert insights, real-world advice, and actionable tips tailored to elevate their businesses and strengthen their professional toolkit.

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm – STACKT market Social Hour- Choose your own adventure
Unwind and connect with peers in a relaxed, social atmosphere featuring light bites, local beverages, and great conversation. Enjoy a variety of engaging activities. 
Spiniko Interactive Games and more.

7:00 pm – 11:00 pm - Dine Around
An optional local dine-around experience that will showcase some of the area’s best restaurants and we can continue to network—more details to come as we finalize the venues and format.

If you’re interested in signing up for the dine around, please indicate “YES” when you register for CanSPEP Day or email info@canspep.ca.