Frequently Asked Questions
SocialNext is designed for working marketing professionals across Canada. Attendees typically include marketing managers, directors, brand and communications leads, agency strategists, and founders responsible for marketing decisions. The event attracts people looking for practical, applicable insights they can use immediately.
Sponsorship opportunities are limited and curated. Not all sponsorships include speaking. Email info@socialnext.ca with details about your organization and goals and we'll send you the 2026 package.
Yes. Maybe. If you have something valuable to teach — not sell — we'd love to hear from you. We're building the 2026 speaker lineup now. Reach out to info@socialnext.ca with what you'd like to share.
You can expect a full day of practical programming, thoughtful pacing, regular breaks, and high-quality speakers. Sessions are designed to be useful, not promotional. Sponsors are integrated thoughtfully without turning the event into a sales environment.
We're committed to ensuring that our participants have a flexible experience. While we're unable to offer refunds, we do provide the option to transfer your participation to another individual. This way, if you're unable to attend, someone else can benefit from the valuable insights and networking opportunities our event offers. Please feel free to contact us for more details on how to arrange a transfer
Yes. If your plans change, you can transfer your ticket to someone else. Reach out to us at info@socialnext.ca with the details of the person you'd like to transfer to and we'll take care of the rest.
No, lunch isn’t included with your ticket. But don’t worry—we’ve got you covered with plenty of snacks and beverages throughout the day.
When purchasing your ticket, you’ll have the option to pre-order lunch, which will be served at the event.
Yes. Email info@socialnext.ca with your availability and skills. We'll match you with a role.
No. All tickets must be purchased in advance at socialnext.ca. This helps us manage attendance and venue logistics.
By purchasing a ticket and attending the SocialNext conference and events, you agree to abide by SocialNext's Terms and Conditions. These terms are in place to ensure a positive and respectful experience for all attendees and to protect the integrity of the event. If you have any specific questions about our Terms and Conditions, please don't hesitate to reach out, and we'll be happy to provide you with more details.
The Carlu is located at 444 Yonge Street, 7th Floor, Toronto. The closest subway station is College Station on the Yonge-University line, a two-minute walk. Street parking and nearby parking garages are available on Yonge Street and the surrounding area. We recommend transit — parking in the area is limited and can be expensive.
Your ticket includes access to all conference sessions, snacks and beverages during breaks, and the evening networking reception. Lunch is not included but can be added on for $40 when purchasing your ticket. A full schedule is available at socialnext.ca.
If you work in marketing — in-house, agency, or as a founder — and you want practical sessions you can act on immediately, yes. SocialNext is built for working marketers, not executives looking for keynote inspiration. Every session is delivered by someone actively doing the work. If you're looking for tactical takeaways on AI, paid media, content, social, email, and brand strategy, you're in the right place.
Yes, and most attendees do. A receipt will be automatically generated by our ticketing platform at the time of purchase. SocialNext qualifies as professional development. If your employer requires a formal invoice, contact us at info@socialnext.ca and we'll provide one
No. Sessions are not recorded or live-streamed. SocialNext is an in-person event and the content stays in the room. This is intentional — speakers share more candidly when they're not on camera, and the conversations that happen in the hallway are just as valuable as the ones on stage.
Business casual. Come comfortable — it's a full day. The Carlu is a beautiful venue so people tend to dress accordingly, but there's no formal requirement.
Yes. We offer group pricing for teams attending together. Groups of 3 receive 10% off, groups of 5 receive 15% off, and groups of 6 or more receive 20% off. Contact us at info@socialnext.ca to purchase group tickets.