Next Campaign Summit 2026: Where Campaigning × Innovation × Tech Converge
Next Campaign Summit 2026 | Thursday, January 15, 2026 | The Carlu, Toronto
After two sold-out editions, Next Campaign Summit 2026 is back — bigger, bolder, and more ambitious than ever. On January 15, 2026, over 400 campaigners, advocates, and changemakers will gather at Toronto’s historic Carlu to explore how technology, data, and strategy are transforming the future of political campaigning and advocacy in Canada.
This is the must-attend industry event of the year — where campaigning meets innovation, and the next generation of ideas, tools, and strategies are born.
Building on a Track Record of Sold-Out Success
Following the momentum of the Next Campaign Summit 2024 and the Next Campaign Tech Showcase 2025, this year’s event takes everything to the next level — more attendees, more speakers, more partners, and deeper conversations.
As one attendee put it after the inaugural Summit:
“The energy was electric. The insights were game-changing.”
Expect nothing less in 2026. With elections and leadership races reshaping Canada’s political landscape, this Summit will set the tone for how campaigns — political and beyond — engage audiences in the years ahead.
Why Attend the Next Campaign Summit 2026?
If your work touches politics, advocacy, communications, data, or technology, this event is where you need to be.
Here’s why leaders from across Canada’s political and non-profit spectrum attend:
🎯 Learn from Industry Experts
Gain exclusive insights from campaign strategists, media professionals, and digital innovators who’ve shaped national, provincial, and local elections. Hear how they use data, AI, and creative strategy to move voters and mobilize communities.
🤝 Connect with Decision-Makers
Meet the people driving change — from campaign directors and advocacy leaders to tech founders and media strategists. The Summit is a rare chance to network across political lines and sectors, all in one place.
💡 Discover What’s Next
Explore the latest tools and trends redefining campaigns — from digital advertising and social media strategy to AI-driven voter engagement and fundraising innovation.
A Few of the Voices Leading the Conversation at the Next Campaign Summit 2026
The Next Campaign Summit 2026 will feature 40+ speakers and presenters who are shaping the next era of Canadian politics and advocacy.
Just a few of this year’s featured participants include:
- Kory Teneycke, Founder & CEO, Rubicon Strategy; Campaign Manager, Ontario PCs (2018–2025)
- Hon. Prabmeet Sarkaria, Ontario’s Minister of Transportation & MPP for Brampton South
- Vandana Kattar-Miller, Political Commentator on CBC’s Power & Politics; former Director of Operations, Outreach, and Planning, PMO
- Marco Mendicino, Former Federal Minister and Chief of Staff to the Prime Minister (2025)
- Katherine Janson, Former CTV Producer and Director; Director of Communications, Social Capital Partners
- Laura Kurkimaki, VP, McMillan Vantage; Former Deputy National Campaign Manager, Conservative Party of Canada
- Brett Thalmann, Founding Partner, Nexus Strategic Consultants; Former Advisor to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
- Lindsay Brumwell, Interim Executive Director, Equal Voice
- Harneet Singh, Managing Principal, EOK Consults; Digital Strategist behind 100+ Canadian campaigns
- Hasneet Singh Punia, CEO, Armer Consulting; Former Chief of Staff to Ontario Ministers and the Mayor of Brampton
These speakers represent the breadth of experience and insight that make Next Campaign Summit 2026 the central meeting point for Canada’s campaign and advocacy community.
This Year’s Core Themes
The conversations at this year’s Summit will go far beyond politics. They’ll explore the strategies, technologies, and societal shifts reshaping how organizations of all kinds communicate and mobilize.
Here’s a look at the themes shaping the agenda:
- Advocacy, Non-Profits & Movements
- AI & Campaigning Innovation
- Digital Advertising & Social Media
- Influencers & New Media
- Fundraising Strategies
- 2025 Federal Election Recap
- U.S.–Canada Relations & Policy Impact
- Ontario Politics & Leadership
- Municipal Elections 2026: Ontario, BC & Quebec
Whether you work in political strategy, advocacy, communications, or civic engagement, the Summit will give you actionable insights and fresh ideas to bring back to your team.
Venue: The Carlu – Toronto’s Historic Hub for Big Ideas
The 2026 Summit will take place at The Carlu, one of Toronto’s most iconic event spaces and a masterpiece of Art Moderne architecture.
Located at 444 Yonge Street, The Carlu offers a sophisticated, central setting perfect for high-level networking, discussions, and collaboration. Just steps from the Eaton Centre and public transit, it’s the ideal venue for a national gathering of leaders shaping the future of campaigning and advocacy.
Stay Nearby – Partner Hotel Rates
Attendees can take advantage of exclusive discounted rates starting $189/night at one of our partner hotels. Get more information and book before Dec 31st here.
What’s Included with Your Ticket
Your registration includes:
- Access to all sessions, panels, and networking opportunities
- Light breakfast, lunch, and beverages throughout the day
- A post-event networking reception with attendees, speakers, and sponsors
Plus, enjoy connecting with 40+ partners and exhibitors showcasing tools and innovations that can power your next campaign or initiative.
Join the Movement — Be Part of What’s Next
The Next Campaign Summit 2026 isn’t just a conference — it’s where the future of campaigning, advocacy, and technology takes shape.
Whether you’re a campaign strategist, communications professional, non-profit leader, or tech innovator, this is your chance to connect, collaborate, and get ahead of the trends defining Canada’s political and advocacy landscape.
Seats are limited, and promotional rates won’t last long.
👉 Register now at nextcampaign.ca/get-tickets
Be part of the conversations, connections, and collaborations that will shape the campaigns of 2026 — and beyond.
