Future of Work Canada 2026 Toronto

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Future of Work Canada 2026 Toronto
  • Conference
  • In-Person
  • Registration Required

Event Information

Date & Time

Start Date

April 7, 2026

09:00
End Date

April 8, 2026

16:30
America/Toronto

Venue Location

Venue Name

Metro Toronto Convention Centre

Full Address

255 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2W6, Canada

Toronto, Canada, North America

Overview

Future of Work Canada 2026 is a leading national conference that brings together Canada’s HR, people, talent, and learning leaders in Toronto. Hosted at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, this two-day event helps organizations understand how work, skills, and technology are evolving across the Canadian market.

The conference features main-stage keynotes, in-depth breakout sessions, and a partner expo focused on workforce strategy, skills development, AI adoption, WorkTech innovation, and talent transformation. Attendees gain practical playbooks, discover innovative solutions, and learn from peer insights, making it a valuable event for shaping the future of work in Canada.

Description

A two-day in-person HR and future of work conference in Toronto where Canadian HR, talent, and learning leaders explore skills, AI, WorkTech, and workforce transformation through keynotes, breakout sessions, and a partner expo.

Who Can Attend

HR and People Leaders

Talent Acquisition Leaders

Learning and Development Leaders

HRIT Buyers

Industries Relevant To

Human ResourcesTechnologyPublic SectorFinancial Services

Topics Covered

Future of Work

Skills

AI and WorkTech

Talent

Expected Outcomes

Practical Playbooks

Partner Discovery

Canadian Peer Insights

Prerequisites to Attend

  • None

Expert Panel

Speakers & Hosts

Learn from the industry's most influential voices and gain actionable insights from their years of professional expertise.

Professional
Armine Yalnizyan

Armine Yalnizyan

Economist and Atkinson Fellow on the Future of Workers

Atkinson Foundation

Economist and Atkinson Fellow on the Future of Workers at Atkinson Foundation, she is known for her work on labor markets, inclusive growth, and the future of work. She brings a public policy perspective shaped by research, writing, analytics, and economic commentary.

Professional
Aastha Bhatia

Aastha Bhatia

Director, Talent & Leadership Development, Human Resources

CIBC Mellon

Director of Talent and Leadership Development in Human Resources at CIBC Mellon, she focuses on leadership capability, talent growth, and building strong people development practices. Her work centers on helping organizations strengthen leaders and future-ready teams.

Professional
Caitlyn Beattie

Caitlyn Beattie

Founder & Principal Consultant

Origami HR

Founder and Principal Consultant at Origami HR, she helps organizations improve people strategy, leadership development, and manager effectiveness. Her work supports healthier workplaces through practical HR guidance, strong learning programs, and better team support.

Professional
Arjun Asokakumar

Arjun Asokakumar

Director, Data Science and AI Solutions

RBC

Director of Data Science and AI Solutions at RBC, he brings experience in analytics, workforce insights, and data-driven decisions. His work connects analytics, strategy, and responsible AI use to improve performance, talent outcomes, and long-term workforce planning.

Professional
Aliza Lakhani

Aliza Lakhani

Managing Director - Global Campuses & CEO and Dean, Toronto Campus

Northeastern University

Managing Director of Global Campuses and CEO and Dean of Northeastern University's Toronto Campus, she has helped guide the campus's growth. She brings leadership experience across higher education, operations, and institution building, with a focus on student impact.

Professional
Anu Madgavkar

Anu Madgavkar

Partner

McKinsey Global Institute

Partner at the McKinsey Global Institute, she leads research on generative AI, the future of work, labor markets, human capital, and inclusive growth. She brings a broad view of how technology and workforce shifts are reshaping organizations and the economy worldwide.