CIO Association of Canada

🚗 Ottawa Chapter | The Road Ahead Join fellow CIOs, CISOs, and senior IT leaders for an evening of networking, conversation, and insights into the future of AI, business software, automation, and platform thinking. Hosted by Zoho Canada, this interactive session will explore how organizations can navigate rapid technological change while staying focused on simplicity, privacy, sustainable growth, and meaningful customer experiences. The evening will feature a presentation and Q&A with Chandrashekar LSP, Managing Director, Zoho Canada, alongside opportunities to connect with peers from across the Ottawa technology leadership community. Hors d’oeuvres & beverages will be served. Open to CIOCAN Members & Qualified Non-Member Guests (CIO/CISO/Senior IT Executive in a Leadership Role) We look forward to seeing you there! To register: https://lnkd.in/exaWDpxn #CIOCAN #OttawaTech #AILeadership #CIOLeadership #DigitalTransformation

Everyone has access to world-class technology. The organizations pulling ahead are doing something different with it. Join the CIO Association of Canada Calgary Chapter on May 28 for a peer-to-peer breakfast discussion: The Invisible Infrastructure: What Really Separates Winners from Losers in the Digital Age. Calgary Chapter member Wade Walder will expose the uncomfortable reality technology practitioners rarely confront: the most sophisticated infrastructure means nothing without the human capacity to activate it. The real differentiator isn't what you build—it's what your organization collectively understands about the asset flowing through those systems. Open to CIOCAN members and qualified non-member guests (CIOs, CISOs, and senior IT executives in leadership roles). Space is limited. Register early 👉 https://lnkd.in/erGKBAyY #CIOCAN #DigitalTransformation #Leadership #TechnologyLeadership #CalgaryTech #ITLeadership #CISO #DigitalStrategy #CanadianTech

🍷 Quebec Chapter | Enterprise AI: Three Years of Field Lessons Join us for an evening designed to reconnect the Quebec Chapter community and bring together CIOs, CISOs, and senior IT leaders for meaningful conversation, networking, and peer connection. The evening will feature a candid fireside discussion with Stephane Lacasse, AI Lead & Principal Solutions Architect at Devolutions, exploring the real-world lessons learned from three years of enterprise AI adoption, including strategy, governance, internal adoption, tooling decisions, and practical use cases. You’ll also have the opportunity to meet the new Quebec Chapter leadership team and hear what’s ahead for the chapter in the coming months. Hors d’oeuvres & beverages will be served. Open to CIOCAN Members & Qualified Non-Member Guests (CIO/CISO/Senior IT Executive in a Leadership Role) Register here: https://lnkd.in/ejkUrDTi — 🍷 Chapitre du Québec | L’IA en entreprise : trois ans de leçons sur le terrain Joignez-vous à nous pour une soirée conçue pour rassembler la communauté du Chapitre du Québec et réunir les CIO, CISO et cadres supérieurs en TI autour d’échanges enrichissants, de réseautage et de connexions entre pairs. La soirée comprendra une discussion fireside candide avec Stephane Lacasse, responsable de l’IA et architecte de solutions principal chez Devolutions, portant sur les leçons concrètes tirées de trois années d’adoption de l’IA en entreprise — incluant la stratégie, la gouvernance, l’adoption interne, les choix technologiques et les cas d’usage pratiques. Vous aurez également l’occasion de rencontrer la nouvelle équipe de direction du Chapitre du Québec et de découvrir ce qui s’en vient pour les prochains mois. Hors-d’œuvre et boissons seront servis. Ouvert aux membres de CIOCAN et à leurs invités non-membres qualifiés (CIO, CISO ou cadre supérieur en TI) https://lnkd.in/ejkUrDTi #CIOCAN #EnterpriseAI #AILeadership #QuebecTech #CIOLeadership

Day 2 of the CIOCAN Peer Forum closed out an incredible experience of learning, connection, and honest conversations about the future of technology leadership in Canada. From discussions around responsible AI adoption and cyber resilience to leadership burnout, cloud financial strategy, and the realities of today’s evolving threat landscape, the sessions throughout the day challenged attendees to think differently, lead intentionally, and stay future-focused. One of the most impactful parts of the Peer Forum continues to be the willingness of leaders to share openly. not just successes, but lessons learned, challenges faced, and practical insights from their own experiences. Whether during breakout sessions, networking conversations, or keynote discussions, there was a genuine sense of community and collaboration throughout the day. The forum concluded with an inspiring look ahead to 2027 and beyond, leaving attendees energized about the possibilities ahead and the role CIOs will continue to play in shaping innovation, resilience, and transformation across Canada. A sincere thank you to our speakers, sponsors, partners, volunteers, and attendees for helping make this year’s Peer Forum such a meaningful experience. #CIOCAN #PeerForum #EmpowermentEra *Photos by Jennifer Friesen, Digital Journal

AI continues to reshape how organizations think about leadership, operations, and innovation, and conversations like these at CIOCAN Peer Forum are helping Canadian technology leaders navigate that shift together. A key theme that emerged from this discussion was that successful AI adoption is not only about technology, but also about trust, organizational readiness, and the evolving role of the CIO. As expectations around AI accelerate, IT leaders are increasingly being called upon to move beyond operational firefighting and help drive strategic business transformation. Thank you to Kristin Wilkes, Mélissa Romulus Lisanti, MBA, CCMP, AccBD, & Geoff Nielson of Info-Tech Research Group for sharing valuable insights with our Vancouver Peer Forum community and sparking important conversations around the future of AI leadership in Canada. Here is the full story by Jennifer Friesen: https://lnkd.in/eNBK5YtG #CIOCAN #AI #Leadership #DigitalTransformation #CIO #TechnologyLeadership

Technology transformation succeeds or fails based on people, not platforms. Join you Vancouver Chapter peers for an interactive evening focused on the human side of transformation and what CIOs can do to drive real adoption across complex IT environments. In this practical, peer-driven session, attendees will explore: • How CIOs can move beyond implementation to sustained business adoption • Why resistance emerges during transformation initiatives • Practical ways to create clarity, engagement, and momentum during change • Real-world approaches through discussion, exercises, and peer exchange We are pleased to welcome speaker Mumtaz Chaudhary, CCMP™, Prosci® 🇨🇦, Chief Experience Officer & Co-Founder of Pragilis Solutions Inc. 🇨🇦, instructor at UBC Sauder School of Business, and Board Governor with the Business Council of British Columbia. Register Now 👉 https://lnkd.in/eyJjMwYp #CIOCAN #CIOLeadership #DigitalTransformation #ChangeManagement #TechnologyLeadership #BusinessTransformation #Leadership #CIO #ITLeadership #OrganizationalChange #VancouverTech #ExecutiveLeadership #Innovation #FutureOfWork #TechStrategy

Please join us in officially welcoming CIOCAN's new Québec Chapter Executive Committee! 🎉 This incredible group of leaders will help grow and strengthen CIOCAN’s presence in Québec while fostering meaningful connections within the technology and executive leadership community. Please join us in welcoming: • Geoffrey Ren — President (CIO, Canadian Red Cross) • Patrick Blanchet — Vice President (Director, End User Services, Stikeman Elliott LLP) • Martin Lemay, CGEIT, CISM, CRISC, CISA — Event Lead (CEO & Fractional CISO, Cyberspective Inc.) • Simon Chalifoux — Membership Lead (CIO, Devolutions) • Anju Bissessur, MBA, PMP — Sponsorship Lead (CIO, Executive IT Leadership Mandates, In Transition) Thank you to this team for stepping forward to help shape the future of the Québec Chapter. We’re excited for the conversations, collaboration, and community ahead. We’re also excited to bring the community together at our upcoming Québec Chapter event, “Enterprise AI: Three Years of Field Lessons,” on June 9. The evening will feature networking, the introduction of the new Executive Committee, and a candid fireside discussion with Stephane Lacasse of Devolutions on the real-world lessons, challenges, and opportunities organizations are facing with enterprise AI adoption. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ejkUrDTi Bienvenue! #CIOCAN #Leadership #Quebec #TechnologyLeadership

🚍 CIOCAN Manitoba | Winnipeg Transit Tour Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the future of transit operations and technology. Explore how transit systems run, discover emerging innovations, and see the evolving role of IT in public transportation through engaging presentations, facility tours, and peer networking. Open to CIOCAN Members Only We hope to see you there, register here: https://lnkd.in/e59pKKnK #CIOCAN #CIOLeadership #Winnipeg

🍻 Manitoba Chapter | Beers with Peers Come join us at Tavern United Downtown for a casual evening of conversation, networking, and connection with fellow CIOs and senior IT leaders. This is a great opportunity to reconnect with peers, exchange insights on today’s evolving technology landscape, and continue building your local network in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Open to CIOCAN Members & their Qualified Non-Member Guests (CIO/CISO/Senior IT Executive) We look forward to seeing you there! Register here: https://lnkd.in/ezpsftsi #CIOCAN #CIOLeadership #ManitobaTech #TechLeadership

☕ Atlantic Chapter | Breakfast Meet-Up May 27, 2026 | 7:30–9:00 AM (ADT) Start your morning with great conversation and even better company! Join fellow CIOs and IT leaders for a relaxed breakfast gathering designed to spark meaningful connections, share fresh perspectives, and strengthen our Atlantic tech community. Whether you’re reconnecting with familiar peers or meeting new leaders, it’s a great way to exchange ideas on what’s shaping today’s technology landscape ,all before the workday begins. We look forward to seeing you there. Open to CIOCAN Members & Qualified Non-Member Guests (CIO/CISO/Senior IT Executive) Here's the link to register: https://lnkd.in/eJes4STp #CIOCAN #CIOLeadership #AtlanticCanada #TechLeadership