2026 Canadian Employee Ownership Conference
CANADA’S EMPLOYEE OWNERSHIP COMMUNITY COMES TOGETHER
October 20-22 | Vancouver, BC
Your legacy. Their future. Our movement.
Employee ownership is one of the most powerful tools available to Canadian business owners. In October 2026, the people building the movement gathered in Vancouver at the Pinnacle Harbourfront Hotel.
The 2026 Canadian Employee Ownership Conference brought together business leaders, employee-owned companies, professional advisors, and policy leaders for two and a half days of practical learning, honest conversation, and meaningful connection.
Thank you to everyone who joined us. The energy, conversations, and connections in that room made it something truly special.
We are already turning our attention to next year, with your feedback and ideas guiding what we build. Official photos and session recordings will be shared soon. Keep an eye on your inbox for a newsletter notification when they are ready.
2026 Conference Re-cap
Unable to attend? Here’s what you missed. Attendees:
- Heard directly from Canadian CEOs who have transitioned their companies to employee ownership; what worked, what surprised them, and what they’d tell other owners considering it
- Got grounded in the practical realities of EOTs, ESOPs, the right structure for your business, your people, and your goals
- Gained best practice insights on culture, governance and financing for employee-owned companies
- Learned about the tax and legal landscape
- Gained expertise on employee ownership transitions, including valuation, financing, and deal structure
- Asked questions directly to leading lawyers, accountants, advisors, and policy experts; the people doing this work every day in Canada
- Walked away inspired by what’s possible, and connected to a national network of people who believe keeping Canadian businesses Canadian-owned is worth fighting for
Thank you to our 2026 sponsors
