- Up to 3 panellists and 1 moderator
- Most common breakout format
- Decks discouraged
- Up to 2 presenters
- Decks encouraged
- 1-2 facilitators; ~10 min background
- Share 5-6 discussion questions in advance
- No decks
- 1-2 facilitators
- May break into small groups depending on audience size
- Decks and materials encouraged
- 2 debaters and 1 moderator
- Needs a strong moderator to keep content constructive
- No decks
- 1 presenter and moderator
- Moderator helps field questions
- No decks
- January 19, 2026
- Preliminary agenda launch
- March 13, 2026
- All speaker headshots, biographies and contact details must be received
- March 31, 2026
- Speaker information session (recorded)
- April 8, 2026
- Content prep calls must be completed
- April 22, 2026
- All multimedia (including PowerPoint presentations) and polling details must be received
- May 5-7, 2026
- The SUMMIT
SPEAK at the SUMMIT
CALL FOR SPEAKERS NOW OPEN
Thank you for your interest in speaking at The 2026 Payments Canada SUMMIT.
This page will guide you through the Call for Speakers application process. The deadline to submit a Call for Speakers application is October 31, 2025. Applicants will be notified of their submission status by Monday, December 1, 2025.
THE 2026 SUMMIT THEME: ACCELERATE ECONOMIC GROWTH
Payment transformation in Canada is a critical driver of our national prosperity and global competitiveness. Innovation in payments will open the door to faster, smarter and safer transactions for individuals and businesses and unlock new possibilities yet to be imagined. Most people never see — or think about — the systems that power payments, the systems behind everyday transactions. But every time someone gets paid, pays a bill or makes a purchase, the payment ecosystem plays a vital, trusted role.
The future of payments is being built right now — and it starts at The SUMMIT. Be part of it and apply to speak in 2026.
TOP TIPS FOR APPLYING TO THE SUMMIT CALL FOR SPEAKERS
Each year, it is our goal to provide delegates with the richest, most comprehensive agenda in payments. After all, content is the number one reason why delegates attend The SUMMIT. We encourage you to follow these guidelines as you prepare your proposal:
Make it innovative: Our delegates are looking for fresh, future-focused sessions that showcase the best in payments. Do not submit a proposal that has already been presented at another event.
Ensure an advanced level: The majority of our delegates are leaders in payments and are looking for sessions featuring deep subject matter expertise.
Champion diverse perspectives: The payment ecosystem continues to evolve and embrace new players. If you are proposing a panel, we encourage you to bring together different perspectives and organizations for a well-rounded discussion.
Share thought leadership: Sales pitches and product demos are not permitted.
Complete your proposals: Make sure your session title is engaging, your description is fully developed and your panelists (maximum three) and moderator are confirmed. Unfinished proposals will not be considered.
THE 2026 SUMMIT SESSION FORMATS
DAY ONE AND TWO: BREAKOUT SESSIONS
We encourage proposals in a variety of formats:
Best for: Exploring complex issues from multiple perspectives.
Best for: Case studies, industry or regulatory updates.
Best for: Tapping into audience expertise.
Best for: Hands-on, how-to topics.
Best for: Exploring contentious issues.
Best for: Sharing innovative thought leadership.
DAY THREE: DEEP DIVES
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Our main stage and breakout sessions will once again be consolidated into two days to make room for a full morning of deep dives on day three. These sessions will provide delegates with an in-depth understanding of complex, high-priority topics by leveraging varying formats and subject matter expertise that enable advanced learning. Each deep dive session brings together between 100-200 participants and leverages a combination of presentations, workshops, AMAs and case studies for a comprehensive look at the subject matter of focus.
If you would like to speak at one of these sessions, please indicate your interest by selecting the “Deep dive” checkbox in our Call for Speakers application form.
