Canada's Democracy Summit
April 3–5, 2025 | Toronto
Challenge Assumptions. Spark Action.
In an era of growing polarization, we must interrogate existing paradigms in order to deliver lasting change. DXC25 will challenge assumptions about how democracy can best serve us all and will facilitate the creation of actionable solutions.
DXC25
Second Timothy Snyder Session Added to April 5 Programme
Join us at DXC25 on April 5 for: In conversation with Timothy Snyder "On Freedom" and the Future of Democracy.
Historian and bestselling author Timothy Snyder will explore the themes of his latest book, On Freedom, offering a powerful analysis of the forces that threaten liberty—and the actions we must take to reclaim it.
Integrity of Information
How and where people get their sources of information continues to evolve. We’ll examine the latest tools that people are turning to, the ongoing policy debates and the chaos that ensues in this quickly moving space.
Democracy Futures Workshop
2025 is a make-or-break year for democracy in Canada. Trust in our political institutions is crumbling, a significant amount of eligible Canadians aren't voting, and voices advocating for governments to run like corporations are getting louder. Through honest conversations, innovative scenarios, and actionable strategies, The Democracy Futures Workshop will explore how to co-create a better democracy; one that is inclusive, resilient, and ready for the next century.
Generation Bold:
Emerging Leaders Workshop
The world needs new voices to step up, more than ever! This workshop is designed to equip changemakers with the skills, confidence, and networks to drive meaningful impact in their communities and beyond. Through real-world examples, mentorship, and interactive activities, participants will explore the evolving landscape of leadership. We’ll highlight the unique power of youth voices in shaping movements, proving that leadership isn’t about age—it’s about action.
2024 Toolkit
The Democracy Futures 2024 Toolkit is an open-source digital toolkit to explore the Future of Democracy in Canada. Designed for DXC24 by OCAD U CO, the toolkit provides strategic materials for those who wish to participate in, or facilitate, a Three Horizons workshop themselves, to explore the future of democracy.
*This project has been made possible in part by the Government of Canada. Ce projet a été rendu possible en partie grâce au gouvernement du Canada.
About DemocracyXChange
DemocracyXChange (DXC) connects, celebrates and equips people who are taking action to strengthen democracy. Co-produced by OCAD University, The Open Democracy Project and the Dais at TMU, the 6th annual edition of Canada’s premier democracy summit will take place in Toronto from April 3–5, 2025. Join us for a series of keynote speakers, panels and workshops, created to both examine and tackle today’s most urgent civic issues.
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