Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 - 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Each year, DPI holds an annual Gala Dinner, providing affiliates an opportunity to network with affiliates from other organizations and share an evening of community awards, including the Digital Government Community Awards followed by an entertaining keynote to close the evening.
Agenda
4:15 - 5:30 p.m. - Registration/Networking
5:30 - 8:00 p.m. - Awards and Dinner
8:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Keynote Presentation
Awards
DPI Awards
DPI will recognize some of its outstanding volunteers and contributors to the Digital Community. For details on the awards click here.
Digital Government Community Awards
These awards recognize excellence in delivering results for Canadians through digital tools and practices, with a focus on high-impact initiatives, exceptional contributions, and best practices in implementing the Government of Canada’s Digital Ambition.
For more information about the Digital Government Community Awards, please consult the web site or email the Digital Awards team at digitalawardsprixnumeriques@tbs-sct.gc.ca.
Keynote Speaker
The Adam Growe Quiz Show
Get ready for an evening like no other, featuring the one and only Adam Growe — professional comedian and host of Cash Cab! Adam will take the stage with his signature Quiz Show experience, blending hilarious stand-up comedy with interactive trivia that will keep you on your toes.
Audience volunteers will have the chance to join Adam on stage, while everyone else plays along from their seats for points, prizes, and bragging rights.
This is more than a show — it’s a high-energy, interactive experience that brings our digital community together for a night of fun, laughter, and celebration. Don’t miss out on the most anticipated social event of PDW — the Gala is where memories are made!
Adam Growe, Host of Cash Cab
For over 30 years, Adam has been performing on television, stage, radio, online and at conferences and events. In addition to hosting Cash Cab, Adam is an accomplished stand-up comedian starring in Just for Laughs, Comedy NOW!, CBS’s Star Search, Comedy Central’s Premium Blend and tours with his in-person Quiz Show. Adam is an experienced corporate function host and entertainer, co-founded The Foundation for Canadian Comedy (CANCOM), is a certified Red Cross First Aid Instructor, and also a foster parent with the Toronto Children’s Aid Society.
Location
Rogers Centre Ottawa, Trillium Ballroom, Fourth Floor
55 Colonel By Drive
Ottawa, ON K1N 9J2
Tel: 613-563-1984 or 1-800-450-0077
www.rogers-centre.ca
Virtually – The awards and keynote portion of this event will be livestreamed and a link will be provided on our website a few days in advance of the event.
Registration
In-person at Rogers Centre Ottawa (Registration Required)
Seats to the dinner are FREE but only open to DPI affiliates and invited guests. Become an Affiliate today - it’s free!
Seating is limited so seats w ill be allocated through a lottery. Registration for the lottery is required by April 17, 2026.
Winners will be notified by April 20, 2026. All those that were not selected will remain on the waiting list. If we receive a cancellation, another name will be drawn.
Virtually
Registration is not required to participate virtually. Simply connect to the livestream via the PDW 2026 Platform or the link available on our website