Enjoy a continental breakfast while networking with industry professionals. A great opportunity to connect with key players in the language services industry before the sessions begin.

Speakers: André Palaguine & Peter Madahian
Theme Introduction: "Canada at the Heart of Global Language Services and Communication."
An insightful introduction to the event, highlighting Canada’s pivotal role in the global language services industry and the country’s continued commitment to excellence and innovation.

Topic: Canada's Unique Position in the Global Language Services Landscape

Topic: Key Advantages in Canada: Innovation, Talent, and Market Access
This panel will examine the key advantages Canada offers in the language services sector, including access to a highly skilled multilingual workforce, advanced technological tools, and a thriving market for global communications. Experts will share insights on how businesses can leverage these strengths.

During lunch, enjoy a Localization Fireside Chat hosted by Robin Ayoub, with:

-Allison Ferch, Executive Director, Globalization and Localization Association
-Jean-François Lymburner, CEO,Translation Bureau
-Bruno Herrmann, Vice-Chairman of LT-Innovate

Main Room    Moderator: Lola Bendana
Expanding Horizons: Leveraging Canada for Global Market Access
This interactive workshop will focus on strategies for expanding translation and localization services internationally by leveraging Canada's unique market strengths.

Moderator: Brogan Taylor  (main room)
This session will showcase real-world case studies from organizations that have successfully implemented language solutions in Canada, demonstrating best practices and key takeaways for industry professionals.

10 minute presentations - Terminotix, Orion, Alexa, memoq, Breeze Docs,  Consoltec Flowfit

Coffee, tea, and snacks available.

Moderator:
Panelists: Bruno Herrmann, Jean-François Lymburner, Alan K. Melby, Silvia Xalabarde
This two-part panel will cover a forward-looking discussion on how Canada can continue to play a key role in shaping global communication strategies, including the adoption of AI, new regulations, and the evolution of professional translation. This session will explore how industry leaders, government bodies, and private companies can work together to advance Canada’s language services sector, enhance innovation, and improve service quality.

Speaker: Peter Madahian
A closing keynote summarizing the key insights from the day and providing a visionary outlook on the future of language services in Canada and internationally.