Canada's conference for public sector and nonprofit marketers.
◗ ◗ Pre-sale pricing ends November 5
Two days in Canada's capital.
The pre-conference workshop day comes first, then the conference program. Attending both days? Choose the Ultimate Pass. Sessions go up as each speaker is confirmed.
Practical Workshop Day
- →The pre-conference workshop day
- →Covered by the Expert Workshop Pass and the Ultimate Pass
- →Lunch can be added at registration
SocialNext Nonprofit Conference
- →The main conference program
- →Covered by the Conference Pass and the Ultimate Pass
- →Lunch can be added at registration
Who's in the room.
Marketers and communicators from Canada's nonprofit, government and education sectors, plus the agencies and teams that work alongside them. Figures on this page are based on SocialNext Ottawa 2026 attendee data.
Where they work
- →Charities and nonprofits
- →Government and public sector
- →Universities, colleges and research organizations
- →Hospitals, health and social services
- →Agencies working with the sector
Who's in the seats
- →53% are manager level or above
- →28% are coordinators, specialists or officers, the largest single group
- →12% are C-suite, VP or executive director
How they work
- →56% work on a marketing team of two to five people
- →26% are the only marketer at their organization
- →67% come from organizations with 50 employees or fewer
- →176 sector registrants, 161 different organizations
2027 Speakers
We are building a practical program for public sector and nonprofit marketers. Sign up for updates and be the first to hear about new speakers.
Tickets.
Pre-sale pricing is live until November 5 or until it sells out. Prices shown are the corporate rate, in Canadian dollars. Nonprofit, government and independent consultant attendees get a lower rate. A ticket service fee and 13% HST are added during registration.
- ✓Access to all sessions at the main conference only
- ✓Access to the opening reception
- ✓Access to exhibit booths and networking breaks
- ✓Complimentary beverages and snacks
- ✓Membership in the SocialNext Online Community
- ✓Lunch is not included and can be added at registration
- ✓Access to all sessions at the main conference
- ✓Access to all expert workshops
- ✓Access to the opening reception
- ✓Access to exhibit booths and networking breaks
- ✓Complimentary beverages and snacks
- ✓Membership in the SocialNext Online Community
- ✓Lunch is not included and can be added at registration
- ✓Access to all expert workshops only
- ✓Access to the opening reception
- ✓Complimentary beverages and snacks
- ✓Lunch is not included and can be added at registration
Wednesday, March 3. Optional, plus HST.
Thursday, March 4. For Conference and Ultimate Pass holders. Optional, plus HST.
An evening of drinks with speakers, sponsors and attendees after the conference day. Includes one drink or mocktail. For Conference and Ultimate Pass holders. Plus HST.
Prepares you for the Meta Blueprint Media Buyer certification. You take the exam on your own at a later date. Plus HST.
Venue & accommodations.
Ottawa Conference and Event Centre
The Ottawa Conference and Event Centre at 200 Coventry Road: a full exhibition floor, multiple session rooms, and a keynote hall that seats everyone at once.
Courtyard by Marriott Ottawa East
Enjoy an exclusive SocialNext rate at the Courtyard by Marriott Ottawa East, physically connected to the venue and just five minutes from downtown
The Vendor Hall.
Meet platforms and agencies that work with non-profit and public-sector marketing teams. Visit their booths, ask questions and learn how their tools and services could help your organization.
- →Hands-on product demos
- →Meet platform & agency partners
- →Exclusive on-site offers
Want to exhibit?
Connect with 350 non-profit and public-sector marketers. Exhibitor booths and sponsorship packages are available now
Organizations That Have Partnered With SocialNext.
Reach Canada's nonprofit marketing community.
Speaking slots, exhibition booths, and custom packages that put your brand in front of the people who hold the budget in Canada's nonprofit and public sectors.
Based on 2026 SocialNext Ottawa attendee survey · n=214
FAQ.
What is included in each ticket type?
The Conference Pass covers all sessions at the main conference. The Expert Workshop Pass covers the expert workshops. The Ultimate Pass covers both. Every pass includes the opening reception and complimentary beverages and snacks, and the Conference and Ultimate passes also include the exhibit booths, networking breaks and membership in the SocialNext Online Community. Lunch is not included with any pass and can be added during registration. If you are coming both days, the Ultimate Pass is the one to buy.
How does pricing work?
During pre-sale, the Conference Pass is $449, the Ultimate Pass is $649 and the Expert Workshop Pass is $349 at the corporate rate. Nonprofit, government and independent consultant attendees pay $399, $599 and $299. All prices are in Canadian dollars, and a ticket service fee and 13% HST are added during registration. Pre-sale ends November 5 or when it sells out, and it is the lowest price we offer.
Is there a refund or transfer policy?
Registrations are non-refundable. You can transfer a ticket to another attendee by emailing info@socialnext.ca. Registration closes at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the conference day unless the event sells out earlier.
Can I register my whole team in one order?
Yes. You can register several people in one order and pay once. Group rates apply automatically to the Conference Pass and the Ultimate Pass from three tickets: 10% off for 3 to 4 tickets, 15% for 5 to 9 and 20% for 10 or more. The Expert Workshop Pass, add-ons and fees are not discounted. Each person picks their own ticket type, lunch, dietary information and registration details.
What about lunch, dietary needs and accessibility?
Lunch is optional and is $39 plus HST for each day. Meal selections are confirmed closer to the event, and anyone who buys lunch will be contacted when the choices are available. We typically offer gluten free, vegan and vegetarian choices along with several other menu selections. You can note allergies, dietary restrictions and accommodation requirements during registration.
Two days with Canada's public sector
and nonprofit marketing community.
Learn practical strategies, meet marketers who understand your work and leave with ideas you can use.