DemocracyXChange, Canada’s Democracy Summit, returns to Toronto on April 16–18, 2026 at Toronto Metropolitan University and OCAD U.

Mark your calendars for DXC — Canada’s premier gathering of #TeamDemocracy — and join changemakers from coast to coast in driving bold action to strengthen and protect our democracy. Co-hosted by OCAD University, the Dais at Toronto Metropolitan University, and the Open Democracy Project.

Why attend #DXC26?

• Hear from bold voices shaping the future of democracy—leading decision-makers, advocates, and innovators from Canada and around the world.

• Dive into the most pressing challenges facing democracy today from misinformation and institutional trust to deepening inequality and civic disengagement.

• Join a dynamic community of cross-sector leaders, practitioners, policymakers, students, journalists and engaged members of the public, all working together to strengthen democratic resilience and safeguard our rights and freedoms.

Early Bird tickets are now on sale.

Get tickets

We are committed to making DXC26 accessible to all. The first 100 people to register using code DXC26EARLY get 66% off early bird tickets and pay only $25.