PDW is a premier 3-day hybrid learning event for the Canadian public sector Digital community to learn, connect, and grow as leaders and professionals!
For more than 60 years, DPI has captured the voice of the public sector IM, IT, and Digital community, and this year is no different. Our most anticipated annual learning event, Professional Development Week, will be held May 5 – 7, 2026 – both virtually and at the Rogers Centre Ottawa.
True North, Digital and Free
Canada’s digital and technology landscape is evolving, and so are the professionals who drive innovation and transformation in the public sector. Professional Development Week (PDW) 2026 embraces the theme “True North, Digital and Free,” celebrating the resilience, ingenuity, and technological advancements shaping Canada’s digital future.
Join us May 5-7, 2026, as we bring together thought leaders, industry experts, and digital professionals from across the public and private sector for three days of engaging keynotes, seminars, and networking opportunities. As the public sector embraces AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data-driven decision-making, Canadian professionals are at the forefront—leveraging trust, inclusivity, and ethical innovation to drive meaningful change and to restore Canada’s leadership position in e-Government.
Expect discussions on emerging technologies, cybersecurity, AI, digital service delivery, and leadership, all tailored to equip public servants with the tools and insights they need to drive meaningful change.
Whether attending in-person or virtually, PDW 2026 is your opportunity to learn, connect and contribute to a stronger, digitally empowered Canada.
Stay tuned for speaker announcements, session details, and registration information. Join us as we shape the future of digital in the Canada!