Ascend Canada Annual Conference

The Ascend Canada Conference will be an in-person event at the Arcadian Court in Toronto on September 16, 2026.  We will be joined by 400 participants to inspire, educate, and empower pan-Asian professionals in Corporate Canada. Celebrating this year’s theme, Thriving Through Transformation, the conference will consist of workshops, fireside chats and a closing cocktail reception.

Venue
Arcadian Court, 401 Bay St., Simpson Tower, 8th Floor Toronto, ON, M5H 2Y4

Date
Wednesday, September 16, 2026

• Will the event be available online or hybrid?
  • No, there are currently no plans for online or hybrid support for the event.  We look forward to seeing you in-person!
• Can I purchase my ticket onsite the day of the event?
  • No, please purchase ticket through Eventbrite page.
• How to Register?
  • Registration through Eventbrite page.
• What is included in my registration?
  • Registration includes full access to all programs offered.
• Can I invite my friends (non-members) to the event?
  • Yes, the Ascend Annual Conference is open to everyone.

• My company is a Ascend Sponsor, do I get a discount?
  • Yes, please ask your Ascend company representative for your Promo Code.

• Why is there a fee?
  • Ticket sales support all conference activities such as speaker fees and web support services.

• What is the cancellation policy?
  • Consistent with Ascend’s Canada policy. There will be no refunds offered for cancellations.

• Is the Conference eligible for CPE?
  • Certificates of completion for CPE credit verification for CPA and certain other designation holders, upon request. For more information please email [email protected]

• Will the Ascend Annual Conference be recorded?
  • Segments of the conference will be recorded for internal purposes, but access will be limited. Attendees will not have access to the recordings.

• What is the recommended attire for the Ascend Annual Conference?
  • Ascend Canada recommends dressing Business Formals for the event.

• I can’t attend the entire Ascend Canada Annual Conference. Can I attend individual sessions?
  • Yes, your ticket provides full access to all programs. Feel free to attend any sessions that works for your schedule.

• I have questions about the Ascend Annual Conference that aren’t answered here. Who can I contact?
  • Please submit any questions directly to [email protected]