DAPS 2025 | Data Analytics for the Public Sector Summit

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DATA ANALYTICS FOR THE PUBLIC SECTOR

The only event dedicated to showcasing AI-ready data foundations and capabilities tailored for public sector professionals

Old Mill Toronto Hotel
Toronto, ON

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 &
Thursday, October 22, 2026

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20+ HOURS OF INNOVATIVE CONTENT

10+ HOURS OF NETWORKING

40+ TOP PUBLIC SECTOR DATA & ANALYTICS SPEAKERS

93% OVERALL ATTENDEE SATISFACTION AT OUR DATA ANALYTICS EVENTS

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Join us at the Data Analytics for the Public Sector Summit in Fall 2026! We bring together D&A experts from leading public sector agencies across North America. Register now and explore:

AI-Native Government: Scaling trusted, explainable, and accountable automation.
From Control to Enablement: Reimagining data governance for the AI era.
Smarter Systems, Faster Outcomes: Re-architecting government for real-time, AI-driven decisioning.
Predictive Public Services: Delivering proactive, personalized citizen experiences.
Connected Government: Unlocking interoperability through the data ecosystem.
The AI-Augmented Public Sector Workforce: Redesigning work for the age of agents.

This summit features prominent public sector organizations, including Service Canada, Employment and Social Development Canada, Natural Resources Canada, City of Toronto, Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario, and many more!

CONNECT WITH YOUR PEERS IN INTERACTIVE SESSIONS

Don’t miss the unique opportunity to connect, engage, and learn with top D&A experts! With a range of dynamic formats and plenty of chances to have fun and unwind, this summit delivers more than just content — it’s an experience that inspires. You can look forward to:

Interactive sessions and roundtable discussions
Curated breakout learning opportunities
Face-to-face networking (including speed networking)
Virtual streaming for greater accessibility
A breakfast, lunch, and evening drinks reception

CREATE CITIZEN-CENTRIC, INNOVATION-DRIVEN PUBLIC SERVICES

Transform public service delivery with citizen-focused strategies that yield real results. Delve into all the hottest topics discussed over two incredible days.

Drive interoperability while protecting privacy and trust with the Service Canada “One Login” journey.
Build an AI-ready data platform that accelerates integration, migration, and enterprise value realization with the WSIB.
Uncover how to operationalize AI governance in regulated environments while balancing innovation, risk, and citizen protection with the British Columbia Lottery Corp.
Enhance the success of your digital transformation journey with the Data Culture & Literacy Enablement Process developed by Natural Resources Canada.
Integrate AI technologies and open data responsibly with help from the City of Toronto.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

At the Data Analytics for the Public Sector Summit, diversify your knowledge base with two tracks of content focused on strategic and technical capabilities critical to delivering data-informed outcomes.

WHO WILL BENEFIT FROM THE EVENT?

C-Suite/ SVP/ VP/ Director/ Manager of:

Federal: Data & Analytics, IT, Digital Transformation, Governance, Data Architecture, Engineering, AI & ML, Privacy, Ethics, Impact Assessment, Interoperability & Data Standards, Digital Performance Measurement

Provincial: Provincial Data Units, Open Data, Data Architecture & Integration, Cybersecurity & Data Privacy, Digital Intelligence, Service Analytics & Evaluation, Program Performance

Municipal & Regional: Municipal Data Strategy Teams, Smart City, Geospatial Data Analysts (GIS Teams), Citizen Feedback Analytics Teams, Public Works Operations Analysts

Crown Corporations & Agencies: Customer Behaviour Analysts, CX Metrics & KPIs Analysts, Operational Data Science Teams, Client Analytics Specialists, Fraud Detection Analysts, Data-Driven Policy Advisors

Utilities: Smart Grid, Energy Consumption, Predictive Maintenance, Customer Usage & Feedback Analysts, Regulatory Reporting & Data Compliance Teams

Healthcare: Health Data, Clinical Informatics Specialists, EHR (Electronic Health Records), Patient Outcomes & Quality Improvement, Data Integration, Public Health Surveillance, AI in Diagnostics & Predictive Modelling

Transportation: Ridership & Usage, Smart Mobility, Real-Time Operations, Customer Feedback & Predictive Modelling, Infrastructure, Logistics & Scheduling Optimization

Not for Profits: Impact Evaluation, Donor & Member Engagement, Grants & Program Performance, Data-Driven Advocacy & Policy

Educational Institutions: Institutional Research, Student Success & Retention, Admissions & Enrolment, Learning Analytics, Alumni Engagement, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion

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2026 FEATURED SPEAKERS

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Erika-Kirsten Easton

Chief Data Officer and Director General, Enterprise Service, Data and Architecture Directorate

Transport Canada

Brandon Lee

Director General, Chief Transformation Officer, Grants and Contributions Transformation

Global Affairs Canada

Gina Johar

Chief Information Officer

City of Kingston

David Rotenberg

Chief Analytics Officer

CAMH

John Roberts

Former Chief Data and Privacy Officer, Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement

Ontario Public Service

Doug Woodworth

Executive Director, Benefit Delivery Modernization (BDM) Innovations

Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)

Kiren Handa

Executive Director (Chief Data Officer)
Institutional Research and Data Governance

University of Toronto

Darek Kogut

Chief Data Officer and Executive Director

Alberta Utilities Commission

HARNESS THE POWER OF AN IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL EVENT

This hybrid experience is specially designed to help attendees capture the most value possible!

Expand your network with a larger audience and broader attendee reach.
Build connections through one week of pre-event virtual networking.
Consult industry experts by scheduling in-person or virtual meetings.
Connect with peers using AI matchmaking tools based on shared interests.
Access on-demand sessions and content anytime, anywhere.

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Testimonials

"The diversity of attendees and sessions from a variety of backgrounds were great. I appreciated that there were lots of presentations and things to learn … Case studies are practical and resonate. The differing formats were useful to convey the material."

Niagara Region

"Interesting presentations providing insightful information that is applicable to day-to-day tasks."

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

"I am very impressed with the panels. Guests from USA bring different perspectives by sharing their learnings."

Ontario Pension Board

"Hearing lessons learned from leaders in the public sector had a lasting impact."

LCBO

"Great idea sharing from public sector peers!"

Peel Regional Police

"Good presentations and speakers."

Canadian Institute for Health Information

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