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“The summit has been beneficial to building my HR network in addition to the information shared.”

Telus

“Love the AI theme and see how it's transforming all areas of an employees' lifecycle, including health and benefits.”

Manulife

“Wonderful discussion and very relevant topics!”

Stelco

“This is a great event for those early in their career to learn more about the feild and meet like-minded people.”

Liberty Utilities

“The Employee Experience Summit has been great. I have made some good connections with other attendees and appreciate the actionable learning from the speakers.”

Postmedia

“The summit has been beneficial to building my HR network in addition to the information shared.”

Telus

“Love the AI theme and see how it's transforming all areas of an employees' lifecycle, including health and benefits.”

Manulife

“Wonderful discussion and very relevant topics!”

Stelco

“This is a great event for those early in their career to learn more about the feild and meet like-minded people.”

Liberty Utilities

“The Employee Experience Summit has been great. I have made some good connections with other attendees and appreciate the actionable learning from the speakers.”

LEAD THE FUTURE OF EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE AT THE BIGGEST EX SUMMIT IN 2026!

Thank you for joining us at the 9th Annual Employee Experience Summit.

  • The Employee Experience Summit is Canada’s only conference dedicated to transforming employee experience insights into real-world organizational impact.
  • Our summit is designed for organizations looking to create people-first workplaces that strengthen engagement, improve retention, enhance well-being, and build high-performing cultures.
  • Attendees represent leading organizations across the public and private sectors, collaborating to address today’s biggest workplace challenges, from leadership and culture transformation to AI, HR technology, and the future of work.
  • Explore the 2026 agenda and speakers to discover actionable insights and proven strategies from Canada’s most respected employee experience leaders, and register your interest to be the first to hear about the 2027 Employee Experience Summit.
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TOP 3 REASONS TO ATTEND

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Turn insights into action with proven strategies to boost morale, engagement, and productivity

  • Build a standout employee brand across every touchpoint, from onboarding to career development.
  • Leverage cutting-edge HR tech to implement practical, company-wide EX initiatives that deliver measurable impact.
  • Empower your workforce with actionable approaches that drive loyalty, performance, and organizational success.

 

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Drive productivity and loyalty through people-first initiatives

  • Discover innovative EX strategies and cutting-edge HR tech to elevate engagement, drive satisfaction, and streamline workflows.
  • Participate in interactive sessions, fireside chats, and real-world case studies designed to tackle today’s most pressing EX challenges.
  • Transform your HR approach with insights that create loyal, motivated, and high-performing teams.

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3

Connect with the leaders driving EX in Canada

  • Engage with peers across the employer ecosystem and share insights, challenges, and best practices that are shaping the future of work.
  • Forge connections via our interactive event app, designed to streamline networking and meetings.
  • Can’t attend in person? Our versatile event platform keeps you connected virtually, so you never miss a beat!

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Learn how employee experience insights drive real change across Canadian organizations.

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NETWORK WITH THE TOP EX EXECUTIVES IN CANADA

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25 YEARS OF CULTIVATING CONNECTIONS

For 25 years, Strategy Institute has been at the forefront of event production and content creation. Our Employee Experience Summit delivers innovative insights, valuable networking, and professional development opportunities!

  • Harness insights from a network of 15,000+ HR leaders across North America.
  • Engage with innovators and trailblazers in advanced employee experience tools.
  • Immerse yourself in an interactive event that supercharges your EX journey.
  • Amplify your expertise, craft a dynamic action plan, and forge impactful connections.
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JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

Ever attend an event where you feel like you’re lost in the crowd? Not at the Employee Experience Summit!

We deliberately design the program to encourage you to build relationships with like-minded HR and EX peers. Our onsite experience and innovative event platform allow you to network in small working groups, peer-led breakouts, roundtables, and much more!

Arrive solo but leave as part of the EX community!

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DISCOVER TORONTO!

No matter what floats your boat – sports, arts and culture, shopping, food and drinks or simply people watching – Toronto won’t let you (or your spouse) down!

Here are some ideas to get you started:

Entertainment & Night Life

Enjoy the bustling entertainment district featuring Broadway musicals and plays, or go to the internationally acclaimed Roy Thomson Hall to catch one of the 350 concerts that take place there each year.

Attractions

From the CN Tower and Ripley’s Aquarium near the lake to Casa Loma in the Annex, Toronto has a variety of famous attractions. Get a Toronto CityPass to save money, avoid ticket lines and take in the local sights.

Restaurants

Toronto has a vibrant food scene offering a diverse selection of tasty flavours. From hole-in-the-wall joints to luxurious tasting menus, Toronto is a food lover’s dream city.

Sports

Home to the Blue Jays, Raptors, Argonauts and Maple Leafs, there is something for every sports fan in Toronto. Watch a game at the Rogers Centre, Scotiabank Arena or at one of the many sports bars across the city.

Arts & Culture

With 29 museums in Toronto and 21 top art galleries, you can spend days enjoying the arts scene. Start your visit at the ROM or the AGO and finish up at the Ontario Science Centre or the Hockey Hall of Fame.

THE VENUE

Old Mill Toronto Hotel

Old Mill Toronto is a heritage building which was founded in 1914 as a Tea Garden for those in the community to gather as a safe haven to discuss WWI.

Now over 100 years later, Old Mill Toronto holds a 200-seat fine dining Restaurant, Tea Garden, Wedding Chapel and 16 Functions Rooms with over 20,000 square feet of space to host the most miraculous events.

DISCOVER BLOOR WEST!

Located in one of Toronto’s most exclusive and historic neighbourhoods, Old Mill Toronto Hotel is nestled in nature between Bloor West Village and The Kingsway, an Etobicoke area known for its tranquil and mature parks and trails, golf courses, unique shops, and dining options.

TO RESERVE

Old Mill Toronto Hotel
9 Old Mill Rd
Etobicoke, ON
M8X 1G5

Save travel time and money. Take advantage of our courtesy group rate, available until May 4, 2026, at $379/night, on a first-come basis whilst rooms are available.

For your convenience, please contact the hotel directly to make your reservation now!

Individual reservations should be made by phoning 416-232-3703, 1-866-653-6455 or sending an e-mail to our Front Desk at [email protected]

Guests should reference the Strategy Institute Employee Experience Guestroom Block, their arrival and departure dates, and the special guestroom rate of $379.00 CAD

Guests will be asked for a valid credit card to guarantee their booking

IMPORTANT: Strategy Institute is not affiliated with, nor do we contract any third-party room booking service. Please contact the hotel directly to make your reservations.

YOUR 2027 EX SUMMIT TEAM

Martin Kashirokov

Sponsorship Sales

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Which meals are included?

Breakfast, lunch as well as morning and afternoon snacks are provided at the conference, served in the exhibition hall.

I have special meal requirements, who do I contact?

Please contact our customer care team at [email protected] so they can liaise with the venue to ensure you are taken care of.

Is there parking?

Yes, contact our customer care team for more details at [email protected]

Can I send a replacement delegate if I can’t attend at the last minute?

Absolutely! Please contact our customer care team at [email protected] at your earliest convenience.

When will the presentations be available, and how do I get them?

Presentations will be available once the conference has concluded, typically within a week. You will receive an email from our customer care team with the link to download the presentations. Please be aware that not all speakers are able to release their presentation due to confidentiality reasons.

What time do I need to arrive before my presentation?

Please arrive at the break before you are due to speak, e.g. if you are due to speak at 4 p.m., please arrive during the afternoon break. This is so you can meet the conference producer, check your slide deck (and load it if you have a new version with you) and run through a rehearsal of your presentation.

When is my presentation due?

Please send your presentation to the event manager two weeks prior to the conference, even if it is still in draft form. This will allow us to check it in advance and let you know if there are any issues. Please also email your final version to the event manager, and bring a back-up copy on a USB stick.

What aspect ratio should my slides be?

Please select ‘standard’ in Microsoft Office – the aspect ratio is 4:3.

Can I stay for the whole conference?

Yes, you are very welcome to attend the whole conference. It’s one of the benefits of speaking!

Is there a speakers’ green room?

No, we find our speakers enjoy networking with delegates, other speakers and sponsors in the exhibition hall, which is open throughout the conference. Hot and cold drinks are typically available in the exhibition hall all day, and seating is provided if you need to complete some work or make any calls.

What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Electronic Funds Transfer or Cheque for Canadian Currency and American Currency.

What is your cancellation/refund policy for paid invoices?

A full refund minus a $495 administrative charge will be given for cancellations received in writing up to 14 days prior to the conference date. Refunds will not be available after this date.

Can I pay half now and half at a later date?

We highly encourage a full payment upon receipt of invoice. For any specific circumstances, please reach out to customer care at [email protected]

My credit card was charged with a foreign transaction fee, how do I get that amount paid for?

Strategy Institute is not liable for any additional charges levied by a credit card company, including but not limited to American Express currency conversion charges.

I paid for my registration, does it include my hotel stay at the venue?

Registration fees include attendance, luncheon and all course materials. It doesn’t include accommodations or transportation to and from the conference.

When is booth setup and teardown?

Setup is usually the night before the event or before registration opens on day one. You will receive a logistics package from your event manager with more details. If you have not received this, please contact customer care at [email protected] so they can connect you to the event manager.

When will I know my booth number?

You will receive this one week before the event, from your event manager.

I want to distribute handouts, can you make that happen?

Yes! Please give them to the event manager when you arrive for setup. If you want to distribute an electronic handout, please send this to your event manager at your earliest convenience.

EVENT

Which meals are included?

Breakfast, lunch as well as morning and afternoon snacks are provided at the conference, served in the exhibition hall.

I have special meal requirements, who do I contact?

Please contact our customer care team at [email protected] so they can liaise with the venue to ensure you are taken care of.

Is there parking?

Yes, contact our customer care team for more details at [email protected]

Can I send a replacement delegate if I can’t attend at the last minute?

Absolutely! Please contact our customer care team at [email protected] at your earliest convenience.

When will the presentations be available, and how do I get them?

Presentations will be available once the conference has concluded, typically within a week. You will receive an email from our customer care team with the link to download the presentations. Please be aware that not all speakers are able to release their presentation due to confidentiality reasons.

SPEAKERS

What time do I need to arrive before my presentation?

Please arrive at the break before you are due to speak, e.g. if you are due to speak at 4 p.m., please arrive during the afternoon break. This is so you can meet the conference producer, check your slide deck (and load it if you have a new version with you) and run through a rehearsal of your presentation.

When is my presentation due?

Please send your presentation to the event manager two weeks prior to the conference, even if it is still in draft form. This will allow us to check it in advance and let you know if there are any issues. Please also email your final version to the event manager, and bring a back-up copy on a USB stick.

What aspect ratio should my slides be?

Please select ‘standard’ in Microsoft Office – the aspect ratio is 4:3.

Can I stay for the whole conference?

Yes, you are very welcome to attend the whole conference. It’s one of the benefits of speaking!

Is there a speakers’ green room?

No, we find our speakers enjoy networking with delegates, other speakers and sponsors in the exhibition hall, which is open throughout the conference. Hot and cold drinks are typically available in the exhibition hall all day, and seating is provided if you need to complete some work or make any calls.

PAYMENT

What forms of payment do you accept?

We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Electronic Funds Transfer or Cheque for Canadian Currency and American Currency.

What is your cancellation/refund policy for paid invoices?

A full refund minus a $495 administrative charge will be given for cancellations received in writing up to 14 days prior to the conference date. Refunds will not be available after this date.

Can I pay half now and half at a later date?

We highly encourage a full payment upon receipt of invoice. For any specific circumstances, please reach out to customer care at [email protected]

My credit card was charged with a foreign transaction fee, how do I get that amount paid for?

Strategy Institute is not liable for any additional charges levied by a credit card company, including but not limited to American Express currency conversion charges.

I paid for my registration, does it include my hotel stay at the venue?

Registration fees include attendance, luncheon and all course materials. It doesn’t include accommodations or transportation to and from the conference.

SPONSORS

When is booth setup and teardown?

Setup is usually the night before the event or before registration opens on day one. You will receive a logistics package from your event manager with more details. If you have not received this, please contact customer care at [email protected] so they can connect you to the event manager.

When will I know my booth number?

You will receive this one week before the event, from your event manager.

I want to distribute handouts, can you make that happen?

Yes! Please give them to the event manager when you arrive for setup. If you want to distribute an electronic handout, please send this to your event manager at your earliest convenience.