next campaign summit

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.