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Join us for our second annual national professional development event tailored for the public affairs and government relations sector, from those just starting out to seasoned professionals. It’s a chance to connect, learn, and advance your career through professional development, insightful sessions, and networking opportunities. 

Navigating Public Affairs: A Global Perspective

Recent Developments in the Canadian Lobbying Regime & Looking Ahead to the Next Federal Election

 Leveraging Polling for Advocacy: Why Bringing the Public Into Your Advocacy is More Important Than Ever

AI in Public Affairs: Examining the Application of AI in the Political Landscape

 Communications in a Shifting Landscape: From Prorogation to Election Readiness

 - Ask the Expert: What to Expect with the Upcoming Election

Co-Founder & Host NextGen & WOMENdontDOthat

 President, Public Affairs Association of Canada (PAAC); Chief Public Affairs Officer & Board Secretary, Royal Ontario Museum

, Manager, Government & Corporate Affairs - Canada, Expedia Group; President, Government Relations Institute of Canada (GRIC) 

, Chair, Province of Ontario, Lincoln Alexander Awards, Senior Advisor, Artful Strategies.

, Chief Operating Officer, Rubicon Strategy Inc.

, National Digital Lead, Earnscliffe Strategies

, Director, Government Relations, Rogers Communications; Vice-President, Government Relations Institute of Canada (GRIC)

NextGen 2025:Shaping the Future of Public Affairs Today