Call for Speakers 2026: Don’t Just Attend our events — Be the Voice Everyone Remembers!
















Here’s your opportunity to amplify your profile and make a lasting impact through GPC’s 2026 programming: our annual conference, professional development courses, podcasts, and more.

Why Submit?
  • Showcase Your Expertise – Position yourself as a thought leader in governance.
  • Expand Your Network – Connect with peers, directors, and decision-makers across sectors.
  • Inspire Change – Drive the conversations shaping the future of governance.

Who Should Apply?
  • Seasoned governance practitioners: board members, academics, consultants.
  • Professionals with compelling experiences and real-world lessons to share.
  • Thought leaders driving innovation and tackling emerging challenges.
  • Experts passionate about leading conversations that matter.
Our attendees consistently share that they value fresh perspectives and new voices each year. For this reason, if you presented this year, we encourage you to extend the opportunity to a colleague or peer from your network whose insights would add value to our community. Your recommendation helps us keep the program dynamic and diverse, while still benefiting from your trusted circle of expertise. Please forward this survey to your expert recommendation so we can include them in the submission list.

What We're Looking For
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Ideas that resonate, provoke, and inspire. Bring us bold new perspectives, innovative solutions, or a fresh spin on enduring governance themes. Tell us why your session will stand out and spark meaningful dialogue.

How to Submit:
Start your submission today and secure your chance to shape the conversation.
📅 Extended Deadline: Friday, January 15, 2026!

And if speaking isn’t the only way you want to stand out, consider pairing your submission with a sponsorship activation. Sponsorship opportunities are filling quickly—some already claimed—and offer unmatched visibility with Canada’s governance community. Don’t miss your chance to showcase your brand and thought leadership at the same time.

Secure 2025 pricing before it expires on December 31—after that, new rates will apply. Don’t miss your chance to stand out: explore the brand activation options in our sponsorship prospectus and reserve your spot today. Availability is first-come, first-served

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Choose Your Spotlight:
How Would You Like to Share Your Expertise?
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2.Give Your Session a Captivating Title:
What’s the name of your proposed session?
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3.Meet the Presenter
Who’s Leading This Session?
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