BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Eventin//Event Calendar//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8f22cf9459ed6684a3e8d7e254dd4bf0@connectinggta.com SUMMARY:Ontario Business Summit &\; Expo 2026 DESCRIPTION:WHERE ONTARIO'S FUTURE COMES TOGETHER \nBUSINESS SUMMIT & EXP O\nShaping the Future of Ontario's Economy\nSEPTEMBER 16\, 2026 Computek C ollege\, Ajax8.30 AM - 3.30 PM \nJoin the leaders shaping what's next.  \nOntario Business Summit & Expo 2026 is Ontario's premier gathering of business leaders\, innovators  and policymakers committed to driving econ omic growth and creating a strong future. \nGain the insights that give yo u a competitive advantage.  \nBusiness Summit & Expo 2026 gives you direc t access to the people\, insights and ideas influencing Ontario's economic future. Come excited and leave inspired\, ready to seize new opportunities.  \n\n\n\n\n\nAccess Government Support \n\n\nHear from Levels of Governme nt \n\n\nExplore New Markets  \n\n\nAddress Skill/Labour Shortages \n\ n\n\n\nCollaborate With Peers \n\n\nGain Industry Insights \n\n\nEnhance Business Resilience  \n\n\nInfluence Policy Through Dialogue \n\n\n\n\n\ n \nVISION\nTo make Ontario one of the world's most innovative\, competiti ve and collaborative economies by bringing together the leaders who will sh ape its future. \nMISSION\nTo convene business\, government\, academia a nd the innovation community to exchange ideas\, build partnerships\, inspir e leadership and accelerate economic growth across Ontario. \nWHY ATTEND \n\nAccess tomorrow's opportunities today \n\nHear from influential busine ss leaders\, economists\, innovators and policymakers as they share pract ical strategies\, emerging trends and bold ideas shaping the future of Onta rio's economy. \n\nBuild relationships that matter  \n\nMeet executives\ , entrepreneurs\, investors\, government leaders and decision makers who can become future clients\, collaborators\, mentors or strategic partners . \n\nDiscover new opportunities  \n\nExplore new markets\, innovative t echnologies\, funding opportunities and partnerships that can help accele rate your business or career. \n\nStay ahead of change  \n\nLearn how ar tificial intelligence\, workforce transformation\, sustainability\, digital  innovation and global economic trends are reshaping industries and creat ing new possibilities. \n\nPut ideas to action right away   \n\nEvery k eynote\, panel discussion and conversation is designed to equip you with pr actical knowledge that creates real impact long after the Summit ends. \nW HO SHOULD ATTEND? \nWhether you're looking to grow your business\, disco ver emerging opportunities\, influence the future of your industry or exp and your professional network\, this Summit is for you. \nWhether you're  a: \n\nCEO or Executive \n\n\nBusiness Owner \n\n\nStartup Founder \n \n\nInvestor \n\n\nGovernment Official \n\n\nIndustry Association Leader  \n\n\nTechnology Innovator \n\n\nEducator \n\n\nStudent preparing to be come tomorrow's leader \n\n \nYou'll find inspiration\, connections an d opportunities that can shape your future. \nJoin the Conversation That S hapes Tomorrow \n\n\nMorning Registration & Networking \n\n\nKeynote Addr ess focused on leadership\, resilience\, and preparing for 2026\n\n\nConcur rent Panel Discussions\, including:\n\n\nLeadership & Growth in a Changing Economy\n\n\nAffordable Housing & Economic Impact\n\n\nInnovation in Techno logy\n\n\nFinance & Investment Trends\n\n\n\n\n \nMEET THE SPEAKERS \nHea r from an exceptional lineup of business leaders\, innovators and policym akers. Gain practical insights and fresh perspectives that will inspire a ction long after the Summit ends. \n\n    LOCATION:Computek College – Ajax Campus 100 Westney Road South\, Ajax\, O ntario L1S 7H3 DTSTAMP:20260819T111520Z DTSTART:20260916T123000Z DTEND:20260916T193000Z END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR