Toronto CIO events allow technology executives to network with their cross industry peers and discuss relevant trends, opportunities and challenges
Join us for an exciting evening courtside at the National Bank Open Men's Singles and Doubles finals alongside your Toronto CIO community and Veeam. Enjoy high energy tennis action, lively peer discussions and engaging insights with fellow tech leaders. We'll top it all off with great food, drinks and unbeatable summer vibes!
Space is limited—please respond promptly to reserve your spot!
Tennis, Dinner, CIO Discussions and Networking
Thursday August 7, 2025
5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Sobeys Stadium at York University
1 Shoreham Drive, Toronto, ON, M3N 3A6
In Partnership With
Join TELUS and your Toronto CIO peers for an afternoon of engaging discussion, fresh insights, and exceptional food and drink as we explore how tech leadership is evolving in today’s dynamic environment.
From democratization of technology and strategic relationship-building, to succession planning and aligning with the CEO and board, this interactive CIO panel will dive into the shifts reshaping the CIO role — and what it means for the future of leadership.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and lead forward.
CIO Panel with Light Reception to Follow
Thursday September 4, 2025
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
TELUS Harbour
25 York Street, Toronto, ON M5J 2V5
In Partnership With
Join TELUS and your Toronto CIO peers for an engaging and timely evening: Leading Through Chaos – The CIO’s Role. In a world of constant disruption and uncertainty, CIOs are being called to lead with clarity, resilience, and vision. Together, we’ll explore how technology leaders can navigate turbulent times and guide their organizations forward.
Our fireside chat with Heather Tulk, President Commercial and Public Sector with TELUS, will spark conversation, insights, and shared experiences around the evolving demands of CIO leadership. Come ready to listen, learn, and contribute to a dynamic dialogue with peers who are leading through the storm—just like you.
Fireside Chat with Light Reception to Follow
Wednesday December 10, 2025
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
TELUS Harbour
25 York Street, Toronto, ON M5J 2V5
In Partnership With
In an era marked by constant disruption—geopolitical shifts, emerging technologies, vendor instability, regulatory changes, talent pressures, and tightening budgets—CIOs are being called upon to lead with clarity, resilience, and strategic insight. The path forward demands more than just technical excellence; it requires the ability to navigate uncertainty with agility and vision.
Join TELUS and your Toronto CIO peers for an engaging CIO panel conversation where we’ll hear from technology leaders on how they are tackling today’s complex challenges while preparing their organizations for what’s next. You’ll gain perspective from your peers and leave with fresh ideas on how to lead through change, drive innovation, and future-proof your strategy. Don't miss this valuable opportunity to connect with fellow CIOs and technology executives in an open, collaborative environment.
CIO Panel with Light Reception to Follow
Wednesday January 28, 2026
4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
TELUS Harbour
25 York Street, Toronto, ON M5J 2V5
In Partnership With
Our intimate roundtables offer an unparalleled forum to candidly discuss issues that are top of mind for CIOs.
“As the CIO of one of the largest school boards in North America, it is critical for me to be on top of the latest technology trends and to connect with peers from across the educational and technology industries. As a member of Toronto CIO for a number of years, I have had the opportunity to attend a variety of insightful and engaging learning sessions covering a wide range of strategic and operational topics. I have also been able to connect with CIOs in various industry sectors in an informal, engaging and collaborative environment to share ideas and information and discuss common technology challenges and opportunities. Being able to connect with CIOs from Toronto and getting a local perspective has been especially helpful. Given the dramatic pace of change in the technology industry, I think it is crucial to have organizations like Toronto CIO that provide CIOs with learning and networking opportunities that help them become more effective technology leaders. "
Peter Singh
Executive Officer - IT Services
Toronto District School Board
“I have been attending many of the Toronto CIO events for the past few years. I appreciate the consistently high-calibre of speakers, the wide and interesting variety of topics covered -- almost all of which are applicable to me in my role as CIO/CTO at Pelmorex Corp. (aka The Weather Network) I also learn alot from my conversations and networking with the really impressive fellow attendees during and after the sessions, and have made several really solid connections. Susan does a splendid job of staying dialed into the topics we are most interested in, of arranging really great venues and speakers, and of keeping us all well informed between events. "
Alex Leslie
SVP and CTO
The Weather Network
“Toronto CIO provides an opportunity to network with peers and discuss threats and opportunities we all face, regardless of industry. The content is always relevant and the group discussions are engaging and honest. I appreciate having a forum to share learnings and experiences in an intimate atmosphere! "
Kathy McLeod
Chief Information Officer
Samuel, Son & Co., Limited
“Toronto CIO plays a key role in helping me be a better CIO. It allows me to meet and network with a diverse group of CIO's who always bring a broader perspective to important current topics. Event sponsors expose us to new technologies and, over time, we have engaged partners who have helped us deliver better solutions to the business. "
Mike May
Chief Information Officer
GFL Environmental Inc.
“The Toronto CIO Forum provides an excellent platform for CIOs and IT executives to share their experiences, challenges, and insights. The forum periodically meets in group settings featuring panel discussions, keynote speeches, and interactive sessions with extremely knowledgeable and thoughtful technology leaders, experts and key vendors from various sectors, making it an ideal place to learn, exchange ideas, collaborate, partner and network. Above and beyond that, I also got the opportunity to visit really interesting headquarters, technology and operations centers, making the sessions extremely memorable and rewarding. I have heavily benefited from the Toronto CIO forum, it is expertly organized by Susan and her team. "
Sheikh Nahyaan
EVP and Chief Information Officer
Toronto Hydro