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PAAC ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2026

When
November 24, 2026
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Location
Toronto

Registration

Awards of Distinction Presentation and Reception Only – $70.07
Awards of Distinction Presentation and Reception Only

HST tax and processing fee included in the registration fee.
Member Early Bird - until Oct 14 – $532.85
Full Conference Package (Conference, Awards Reception & Members Only Queen's Park Event Reception on Monday, November 23rd)

HST tax and processing fee included in the registration fee.
Members Super Early Bird - Full Conference Package (Conference, Awards Reception & Members Only Queen's Park Event Invitation – $428.20
Full Conference Package (Conference, Awards Reception & Members Only Queen's Park Event
Invitation on Monday, November 23rd)

HST tax and processing fee included in the registration fee.
Non-Member - Full Conference Package (Conference and Awards Reception) +1 Year Individual Membership – $689.82
Conference and Awards Reception +1 Year Individual Membership

Ticket price includes HST + Processing Fee
Non-Member Early Bird - Conference & Awards Reception until Oct 14 – $661.92
Conference and Awards Reception.

HST tax and processing fee included in the registration fee.
Non-Member Super Early Bird - Conference & Awards Reception) – $557.27
Conference and Awards Reception

HST tax and processing fee included in the registration fee.
Retirees (Conference and Awards Reception) – $174.72
Conference and Awards Reception

Ticket price includes HST + Processing Fee
Students (Conference and Awards Reception) – $174.72
Conference and Awards Reception

Ticket price includes HST + Processing Fee

The Public Affairs Association of Canada (PAAC) is pleased to invite you to save the date for our 2026 Annual Conference, taking place November 24, 2026 at the Sheraton Centre Hotel in Toronto.

Each year, PAAC's Annual Conference brings together Canada's leading public affairs, government relations, communications, and policy professionals for thought-provoking conversations, practical insights, and meaningful connections.

Whether you're looking to stay ahead of emerging trends in an era of transformation, hear from influential leaders, strengthen your professional network, or discover new approaches to today's most pressing public affairs challenges, this year's conference promises to be one you won't want to miss.

Over the coming weeks, we'll be announcing our keynote speakers, conference program, networking events, and registration details — including super early-bird pricing.

Mark your calendar today:

PAAC Annual Conference 2026
November 24, 2026

Sheraton Centre Hotel

123 Queen Street East

Toronto, Ontario

This is where Canada's public affairs community comes together to exchange ideas, build relationships, and shape the future of the profession.

Registration:

S‍‍uper Early Bird Price until September 4th

Members - Full Conference Package (Conference, Awards Reception & Members Only Queen's Park Event Invitation) - $368.00*
Non Member -Full Conference Package (Conference and Awards Reception) - $479.00*
Non Member - Full Conference Package (Conference and Awards Reception) + 1 Year Individual Membership ($275) - $593.00*
Students and Retirees (Conference and Awards Reception) - $150.00*
Awards of Distinction Presentation and Reception Only - $60.00*

*HST and processing fees to be added.

Registration price schedule:

	Until September 4	Until October 14	Until November 17
Members	$368.00	$458.00	$568.00
Non Members	$479.00	$569.00	$679.00
Non Members + 1 Year Individual Membership	$593.00	$683.00	$793.00
Student and Retirees	$150.00	$150.00	$150.00
Awards of Distinction Presentation and Reception	$60.00	$60.00	$60.00

Sheraton Centre Hotel

Booking cut off date: October 26th

Rate: $349.00 per night (limited rooms available at this price)

Book your group rate for PAAC - Public Affairs Association of Canada Event

Air Canada

To book a flight with your promotion code WRFJ2JD1, access aircanada.com and enter your promotion code.

The travel period begins Monday, November 16, 2026 and ends Tuesday, December 01, 2026.

Taxes and processing fees will be added to the registration fee.

Transfers & Cancellations:

Tickets are transferable until November 5^th.

Full refunds will be accepted until November 1st, less processing fees.

Who is Public Affairs Association of Canada?

The Public Affairs Association of Canada (PAAC) is a national, not-for-profit organization founded in 1984. Our principal objective is to help public affairs professionals succeed in their work by providing them with forums for professional development, the exchange of new ideas and networking.

PAAC’s growing membership represents a cross-section of the many disciplines involved in public affairs including policy development, government relations, lobbying, communications, opinion research and public relations. Our members come from both the private and public sectors, in areas such as industrial and financial companies, crown corporations, consulting firms, small business, ministries and municipalities, PR organizations, trade associations, educational institutions, law and accounting firms.

Why Join PAAC?

The Public Affairs Association of Canada is the leading forum for representing lobbyists’ concerns to all levels of government in Canada. We actively engage lobbyist regulators in discussion about the rules and regulations governing lobbyist registration and reporting requirements in Canada. The PAAC has presented to various government committee’s on proposed changes to lobbying law at the federal, provincial and municipal levels. In addition, the PAAC hosts conferences, conducts media interviews and submits opinion editorials all in an effort to position lobbying as a key and valuable component of the public policy process.

About Public Affairs

The public affairs field is notoriously fast changing and competitive. PAAC offers a range of professional development programs and networking opportunities to help members stay on top of industry issues and trends.

Our members come from both the private and public sectors and range from self-employed consultants to government professionals and corporate CEOs. This diversity is the cornerstone of PAAC, ensuring a wide scope of ideas, expertise and opportunities that benefit members and their businesses. We urge you to explore our website at www.publicaffairs.ca and find out more about what PAAC can do for you.