After two sold-out editions, the Next Campaign Summit is back — bigger, smarter, and more connected than ever. On Thursday, January 15, 2026, campaign professionals, elected officials, strategists, advocacy groups, non-profits, and public-sector professionals will gather at The Carlu in Toronto for what’s set to be Canada’s premier campaign and advocacy event of the year – the Next Campaign Summit 2026.
EOK Consults is a proud presenting sponsor of the Next Campaign Summit 2026. The Summit brings together those who run and support successful campaigns and civic causes — from municipal races to national advocacy movements.
The Origin of the Next Campaign Summit
The idea for the Summit began with Harneet Singh, Managing Principal of EOK Consults, who saw a gap: Canada needed a practical, campaign-facing forum where practitioners could share tactics and tools. Harneet and his two amazing co-founders turned that idea into a working event — one built by campaigners, for campaigners and advocates.
The first Summit in 2024 established a practical, outcomes-driven tone. By 2025, the Next Campaign Tech Showcase expanded that model into a sold-out event focused on tech and innovation. Both the 2024 and 2025 events drew record attendance and included campaign managers, agency leaders, non-profits, public-sector professionals, issue groups, and advocates.
How It Became Canada’s Must-Attend Campaign & Advocacy Event
In a short time, the Next Campaign Summit grew from a meetup into a national forum where practitioners share what’s actually working. Past events have attracted strategists and communicators from across the country, as well as non-profits and cause organizations that rely on digital strategy to mobilize supporters.
Speakers and panels have focused on hands-on campaign techniques, from data-driven targeting to creative storytelling. Attendees consistently tell us the Summit stands out for its practical workshops, real-world case studies, and networking with people who run campaigns and movements — not just talk about them. Check out what iPolitics and the Hill Times wrote about the Next Campaign Summit.
What to Expect in 2026 — Focus Themes
The Next Campaign Summit 2026 will feature multiple sessions on a variety of topics including:
AI & Campaigning Innovation
U.S. – Canada Relations & Elections
2025 Federal Election Recap
Ontario Politics & Leadership
Fundraising Strategies
Municipal Elections 2026 — Ontario, BC, Quebec
Digital Advertising & Social Media
Influencers & New Media
Advocacy, Non-Profits, and Movements
Expect mainstage talks, breakout workshops, and product demos across these themes. The format is deliberately hands-on: panels with tactical takeaways, breakouts where teams workshop real problems, and networking sessions for cross-sector collaboration.
Why Every Candidate, Campaigner, Advocate and Public-Sector Professional Should Attend
Next Campaign Summit 2026 offers something for everyone involved in campaigning or advocacy:
Practical toolkits for digital advertising, fundraising, and GOTV.
Case studies from recent federal and municipal races.
Sessions on ethical AI, data privacy, and compliance.
Panels with non-profit leaders showing how issue campaigns build influence.
Cross-border perspectives on U.S. and Canadian electoral dynamics.
Whether you manage campaigns, run a non-profit, work in the public sector, or build campaign tech, the Summit helps you translate strategy into action.
About the Presenting Sponsor — EOK Consults
EOK Consults is a proud presenting sponsor of the Next Campaign Summit. The firm is a digital-first agency focused on campaigning and advocacy across Canada. EOK’s record includes:
100+ campaigns managed nationally.
$4M+ in political advertising budgets overseen.
Successful federal campaigns in 2025 across five provinces.
86% win rate in recent Ontario provincial contests, including flipped ridings and surprising upsets.
Municipal wins including high-profile races in Toronto, Brampton, the GTA, and St. John’s (historic Councillor-at-Large result).
Long-term advocacy work that identified and mobilized 100,000+ supporters for provincial initiatives.
EOK’s involvement in the Summit reflects its investment in the Canadian campaigning and advocacy community — bringing practitioners together to learn, collaborate, and innovate.
How to Join the Next Campaign Summit 2026
📅 Date: Thursday, January 15, 2026
📍 Location: The Carlu, Toronto
🎟️ Registration: Details and ticketing are available at the Summit site — updates and speaker announcements will be shared by EOK Consults and event channels.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Next Campaign Summit 2026
Q: Who should attend the Next Campaign Summit 2026?
A: Campaign managers, candidates, political staff, agency strategists, non-profit leaders, movement organizers, public-sector professionals, and civic tech builders — anyone working on campaigning or advocacy.
Q: Will the Summit address advocacy and non-profit strategies?
A: Yes. One of the event’s core strengths is its cross-sector focus. Expect sessions dedicated to issue campaigning, movement building, and nonprofit digital strategy.
Q: Does the Summit cover municipal issues, specifically Ontario 2026?
A: Yes. There will be a dedicated track for Municipal Elections 2026 covering Ontario, BC, and Quebec, with tactical sessions for ward races, fundraising, and GOTV.
Q: Are there sessions on AI and campaign tech?
A: Absolutely. AI & Campaigning Innovation is a central track for 2026. Panels will examine practical uses of AI while addressing ethical considerations and compliance.
Q: Is the event partisan?
A: The Summit is non-partisan and focused on practice. Panels include a mix of campaigners, technologists, and civic leaders from across the political spectrum and advocacy space.
