Canada's Democracy Summit | April 16–18, 2026. Presented by @OCAD @daisTMU @OpenDemocracyCA | #DXC26
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Join us May 13 (6–7:30 PM PT) for Shape Your Community: Local Government & Tools for Change — an interactive online workshop on how local decisions around transit, housing & more get made (& how you can influence them).
Free registration w/ code: DXC
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Apr 18
Thrilled to be a partner this weekend at the Democracy XChange Summit in downtown Toronto. The inspiring agenda is packed with thought-provoking topics and impressive speakers, including several guests of the Progress Canada Podcast. #dxc26
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We're live at @dxcsummit. If you haven't already, make your way to our booth now. We're excited to meet and greet you there!
#dxc26 #democracy #GlobalAffairs #creativeindustries #CulturalDiplomacy
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Apr 18
Sovereign by Design session at @dxcsummit with my pals Kaylie and Andre on the panel. #dxc
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Apr 18
It’s the final day of @dxcsummit 2026! The day begins with a conversation featuring Nobel Laureate Daron Acemoglu @DAcemogluMIT with What Happened to Liberal Democracy? Followed by more discussions offering fresh perspectives. More at democracyexchange.org. #DXC26
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Apr 15
Our country is beset by all manner of urgent crises. Can our public institutions respond with speed, without compromising accountability, oversight, or legitimacy?
📆 Thursday, 30 April 2026
⏰ 14h45 EDT
📍 @GlobalPluralism
🎟️ democracyxchange.org/ottawa
I look forward to being a panellist at the @DXCsummit’s inaugural Ottawa gathering. For a decade, the Toronto #DXC has drawn together Canada’s civic and social leaders, to strengthen Canadian democracy.
ALT The DemocracyXChange Ottawa gathering will be on 30 April 2026, at 14h45 EDT, at the Global Pluralism Centre. https://democracyxchange.org/ottawa
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Apr 17
Canada–China relations are at a turning point.
Join DXC Vancouver for Risk and Renewal: The Future of Canada-China Relations—a timely conversation on risks, opportunities & what a strategic reset could mean.
📅 Apr 30
🎟 Use code CICpartner for $5 off
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Apr 17
#DXC26 kicked off with a full house.
From @doctorow’s keynote to powerful Opening Night exhibitions, Day 1 brought bold ideas, diverse voices, and a community ready to shape democracy—together.
We’re sold out, but virtual tickets are still available at: democracyxchange.org
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Apr 16
#DXC26 starts today!
Canada’s 7th annual Democracy Summit brings together bold voices and big ideas to strengthen and protect our democracy—at a moment that demands both.
3 days. 90 speakers. Sold out.
Let’s get to work.
Read the full release at: democracyxchange.org/news/de…
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Apr 14
How can 🇨🇦 assert digital sovereignty in an AI-driven world?
At #DXC26 on April 18, join Sovereignty by Design—a timely panel on strengthening domestic infrastructure, reducing reliance on big tech & building resilience as a middle power.
Learn more at: democracyxchange.org/session…
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Apr 13
How can Canada strengthen its global influence in a fragmented world?
On April 18 at #DXC26, explore how culture, creativity, and storytelling can act as powerful tools of soft power—shaping perception, building trust, and driving global engagement.
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Apr 11
What does it take to build an economy that truly works for people—where it matters most?
On April 17 at #DXC26, explore how local innovation, public space design, and community-led initiatives are reshaping jobs, neighbourhoods, and civic life.
Details: democracyxchange.org/session…
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We’re launching DXC Ottawa on April 30 with the “Canada’s Democratic Test: Can We Move Fast Without Losing What Matters?” event.
📆 April 30
📍 Global Centre for Pluralism
🕒 2:45–6 PM
🎟️ Limited space
Learn more & register: democracyxchange.org/ottawa
#DXC26 #Democracy #Ottawa
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On Apr 18 at #DXC26, Gideon Arthurs (Soulpepper Theatre) will lead “Rehearsing Democracy: Art & Empathy as Civic Practice”—an interactive session on listening across difference, holding complexity & staying in relationship, even in disagreement.
Details: democracyxchange.org/session…
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On Apr 18 at #DXC26, join a powerful conversation on how artists are being silenced through economic pressure—& what it takes to build systems that protect creative freedom. 🎥 Followed by a screening conversation with filmmaker Zahra Ahooei.
Details: democracyxchange.org/session…
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Democracy grows when more people step in to build it.
In our latest Behind DXC interview, Co-Founder Chris Cowperthwaite shares the vision behind DXC —expanding DemocracyXChange beyond the summit into communities across 🇨🇦.
Read the interview: democracyxchange.org/news
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📣 Introducing DXC —a new initiative bringing DemocracyXChange into communities across Canada; connecting local conversations to a national movement. 🇨🇦
Ottawa Vancouver launch this spring with local events.
Learn more at:
🔗 democracyxchange.org/news
#DXC26 #CivicEngagement
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On April 18, join #DXC26 as we tackle the defining questions of our time in a live podcast recording of On the Frontlines of Democracy. Featuring The Honourable Bob Rae in conversation w/ host Sanjay Ruparelia, Jarislowsky Democracy Chair at TMU.
Details: democracyxchange.org/session…
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Join us Apr 17 at #DXC26 for “The Future of Global Cooperation” panel.
As global dynamics shift, middle powers are stepping up—reimagining cooperation to strengthen democracy, broker alliances, and defend open, rules-based systems.
Learn more at: democracyxchange.org/session…
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