October 25-26 2023

CANADA BLOCKCHAIN SUMMIT

Canadian Blockchain Summit is an exciting multi-day event that brings together leading organizations, companies, and thought leaders to showcase how this emerging technology is transforming the future

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INTRODUCTION

Connecting Canada’s Blockchain Innovation with the World

The Canadian Blockchain Summit has been an influential showcase for our exciting national Web3, DeFi, and enterprise blockchain innovation since 2019. This October, join our ecosystem for a two-day event that demonstrates the power of blockchain to transform all aspects of our world – from the leading fintech applications creating a new economy to industry-disrupting smart contracts and automation.

With world leading speakers and in-depth discussions on issues like regulation, quantum cybersecurity, the future of mining, and tokenization, the Summit brings together hundreds of blockchain professionals, business adopters, and technology enthusiasts to explore the incredible possibilities of our digital, decentralized future.

There couldn’t be a more important time to unite our ecosystem and share the incredible advancements Canada is making in building a technology-centered economy. After the most turbulent year in the history of cryptocurrency, we need collaboration, creativity, and inspiration to reshape the future of blockchain – and we hope you’ll be a part of it.

CRYPTO

Connecting Alberta to the global digital economy and providing efficient, low-cost and innovative ways of sharing value and utilizing challenging to monetize energy resources

SMART CONTRACTS

Replacing manual, inefficient transaction, trade and reporting processes through automated agreements that save time, costs, and reduce frequent disputes across all industries

TOKENIZATION

Representing real-world value like property, equity and services as digital twins that provide full traceability, provenance records, and liquid tradability on global markets

OUR SUMMIT DELIVERS

Canada Blockchain Summit

The Future of Value

With billions of new dollars flowing into Web3 platforms in 2022, the challenges facing the DeFi sector haven’t stopped innovation from accelerating. Explore why blockchain is gaining massive traction by traditional global institutions and industries, with topics including:

  • Why TradFi is banking its future on large-scale asset tokenization
  • Bitcoin’s upcoming Halving and new opportunities for the energy sector
  • Retail momentum in the Metaverse after a shaky start

Canada Blockchain Summit

Regulatory Progress

Clear regulations that protect consumers without stifling innovation have been a goal of the blockchain industry for years – and in 2023, the pace of policy development has finally started to accelerate. Important regulatory issues discussed at the Summit include:

  • Canada’s challenging new CSA guidelines for crypto businesses
  • How global shifts in policy are transforming the industry
  • What Canada can learn from Bermuda’s successful frameworks

Canada Blockchain Summit

High-Impact Use Cases

Non-fintech applications for blockchain technologies are often viewed as at the beginning of a decades-long maturation cycle, but 2023 is showing signs of being a turning point for meaningful adoption across industries and government. Discover why the technology’s unique advantages are creating new opportunities for:

  • Modern, digital, and accessible government services
  • Trusted and transparent sustainable investment and climate action
  • Automated industries through convergence with AI and IoT

Canada Blockchain Summit

Building Strong Communities

Ecosystems are the foundation for collaboration, uniting developers, entrepreneurs, investors, and technology adopters. How can Canada leverage the power of its technology communities to support faster growth, greater innovation, and international opportunities for its talented companies? The Summit creates a platform for discussion on:

  • Strategies for building Canadian digital unicorns
  • The path to a strong and inclusive blockchain industry
  • DeFi innovation for an accessible and open digital economy

SUMMIT OVERVIEW

Join hundreds of professionals from diverse backgrounds for an incredible two days that will transform your views on blockchain’s potential to reshape our world. The Summit features:

  • 11 panels covering the most exciting areas of Canada’s blockchain sector
  • Keynotes and fireside chats from top fintech thought leaders
  • Networking opportunities and facilitation
  • An exciting evening gala event supporting a Canadian charity

Register now to secure your ticket:

TICKETS

Join an Incredible 2-Day Experience
(Ticket prices include Lunch and the Gala)

Full Conference Pass
CA$425.00 +CA$0.00
Day 1 (October 25th)
CA$325.00 +CA$22.46
Day 2 (October 26th)
CA$325.00 +CA$22.46
Gala Pass
CA$250.00 + CA$17.58
Early Bird
CA$299.99 + CA$20.83
Student Pass
CA$199.00 +CA$14.27
Gala Table (8 People)
CA$1700.00 +CA$111.85

Sponsorship opportunities are still available – please contact us at [email protected] for details.

SPEAKERS

AGENDA

DAY 1

8:30 AM – 9:45 AM

Registration and Networking

9:45 AM – 10:00AM

Opening Remarks

Koleya Karringten, Executive Director | Canadian Blockchain Consortium & President/Founder | Absolute Combustion International (Alberta)

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Panel Discussion Bitcoin’s Growing Role in Canada’s Digital Future

Bitcoin is now owned by 15% of the world’s population, and a wave of adoption by major retailers and financial institutions mean that the first ever cryptocurrency will play an important role in the evolution of the Canadian economy. With 2023’s launch of new digital asset and stablecoin protocols, the Bitcoin network’s utility is expanding far beyond its historical uses as a store of value and payments solution. Discover the accelerating use cases driving adoption forward in Canada, and what the next 5 years could hold for Bitcoin’s integration into how we live, work, and organize our financial system.

Moderator:

Speakers:
Didier Lavalee, CEO, Tetra Trust

11:00 AM – 12:00PM

Panel Discussion 3iQ Talk

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12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Lunch Break

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Panel Discussion The Next Halving Will Transform Bitcoin Mining

Approximately every four years, the Bitcoin network undergoes a major change that has historically led to big moves in the coin’s market value – and forces the mining sector to quickly adapt to a much more challenging market. Predicted for the spring of 2024, the next halving will reduce block rewards by 50% and increase the scarcity of mineable Bitcoin, and according to many analysts, could rapidly accelerate the crypto’s entry into a new bull market. This panel will bring together mining and crypto executives to explore the impact predicted by the next halving on BTC’s price trajectory and ways companies are preparing to meet the challenge of increased mining difficulty.

Moderator:
Emma Todd, Chief Executive Officer| MMH Data Systems (Ontario)
Speakers:
Fanny Philip, Chief Opperations Officer, Sato

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Panel Discussion Navigating Global Changes in Crypto Regulations

For years, the ability of authorities to regulate the crypto sector has been outpaced by technological advances, the growth of digital businesses, and mass adoption by hundreds of millions of people worldwide. Catalyzed by increasing TradFi integration and concerns about consumer protection, 2022 and 2023 have seen a major increase in new regulations and proposals from governments like Canada, the US, and EU – but managing risks while supporting valuable innovation has been a difficult balance. This panel brings together diverse experts across law and fintech to discuss the impact of new regulations like MiCA and Canada’s updated CSA requirements, the potential effect of a US crypto crackdown, and ways to support effective government and crypto collaboration.

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3:30 PM – 4:15 PM

Networking break

4:15 PM – 5:00 PM

Fireside Chat Bermuda’s Lessons for Canadian Crypto Policy

The small island nation of Bermuda has had an outsized impact on the cryptocurrency sector, and seemingly, has successfully navigated the path between consumer and investor protection, and helping digital businesses innovate and thrive. Bermuda’s early moves forward in crypto regulation through laws like its 2018 Digital Business Act resulted in the rapid growth of diverse fintech companies including exchanges, tokenized funds, and securitized token investments, and the country’s forward-looking leadership has powerful lessons for Canada and other governments struggling to regulate the digital economy. This fireside chat with _____and_____ provides important insights into Bermuda’s approach to crypto and strategies for successful regulatory frameworks.

Moderator:
Moderator: Hon. Michelle Rempel Garner, Member of Parliament for Calgary Nose Hill | House of Commons (Alberta)
Speakers:
Dean Skurka, President | Bitbuy (Ontario)
Bilal Hammoud, President and Chief Executive Officer | NDAX (Alberta)

5:00 PM

Closing Remarks

7:00 PM

Gala

DAY 2

8:30 AM – 9:30 AM

Registration and Networking

9:30 AM – 10:00AM

Opening Keynote

Koleya Karringten, Executive Director | Canadian Blockchain Consortium & President/Founder | Absolute Combustion International (Alberta)

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Panel Discussion Bridging Access to Services for Canadian Crypto Companies

Every successful business needs access to important financial and professional services like banking and insurance, but in the case of the cryptocurrency industry, misperceptions of high risk have left many companies struggling to obtain bank accounts, credit, and liability and cybersecurity insurance. Collaboration between the crypto sector and these service providers is key to a safe and thriving industry, which takes education, open dialogues, and the co-development of solutions tailored for the industry’s needs. Join an expert panel from Canada’s blockchain ecosystem to discover why these services are so essential, strategies for effective communication, and how successfully bridging this gap will lead to opportunities for beneficial economic growth.

Moderator:

Speakers:
Joseph Seibert, Executive Vice President, Managing Director, Fortess
Eric Richmond, COO, Coinsquare
Dean Skurka, Head of Exchanges, WonderFi, & President, Bitbuy

11:00 AM – 12:00PM

Panel Discussion Regulations and the Next Evolution of Stablecoins

In 2023, the global market cap for stablecoins reached 12% of the entire cryptocurrency sector, with accelerating adoption by governments, traditional finance, and as a payments solution for individuals. However, unclear regulations in many jurisdictions and concerns about how much the stability of this asset class can be trusted are giving these useful digital assets a less than certain future. What makes stablecoins so important to the digital economy – and how can consumers best identify safe projects, build successful use cases, and understand regulatory trends? This panel brings together legal and financial experts to give their perspective on these stablecoin questions and more.

Moderator:
Michael Rabkin, Head of Institutional Sales & Global Partnerships, DVChain Speakers:
Adam Cai, CEO, VirgoCX Inc.
Alex McDougall, President, CEO, Stablecorp

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Lunch Break

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Panel Discussion Meeting Canada’s Priorities of a Green and Digital Economy

Canada is home to operations of some of the world’s largest cryptocurrency mining companies, which contribute significant taxable revenue and create a range of valuable technology and engineering jobs. However, the benefits of mining data centres can extend beyond employment and business growth to support Canada’s ambitious goal of a 90% renewable energy grid by 2030. As flexible power users, miners can provide the valuable off-peak and pre-grid revenue that will help diverse renewables projects succeed without expensive subsidization. Join this panel of industry experts to discover the potential of mining for meeting the dual national priorities of a thriving high-tech sector and a greener economy.

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2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Panel Discussion Strategies for Creating an Inclusive Digital World

How can we work together to ensure that everyone benefits from our digital future? The rapid rise of the decentralized economy is creating new opportunities for equity and inclusion, but also has the potential to widen existing divides. Developing strategies that support participation in Web3 and blockchain from people of all backgrounds will not only build a more equitable world, but also help accelerate technology adoption and business growth. This panel features diverse blockchain leaders discussing the multi-faceted value of inclusion, strategies for strong talent pipelines, and lessons from their own experiences in the industry.

Moderator:
Speakers:
Ashley Wright, Founder, The Wright Success

3:30 PM – 4:15 PM

Networking break

4:15 PM – 5:00 PM

Fireside Chat

Moderator:
Moderator: Hon. Michelle Rempel Garner, Member of Parliament for Calgary Nose Hill | House of Commons (Alberta)
Speakers:
Dean Skurka, President | Bitbuy (Ontario)
Bilal Hammoud, President and Chief Executive Officer | NDAX (Alberta)

ABOUT THE CANADIAN BLOCKCHAIN CONSORTIUM

We’re Canada’s national ecosystem for accelerating our blockchain industry. The Consortium brings together the top companies, researchers and thought leaders in cryptocurrency, mining, tokenization, and business blockchain solutions to collaborate on ways that we can transform Canada into a world-class blockchain hub and benefit from the rapid global shift towards digitalization and decentralization.

Discover more about our mission, vision, and activities at canadablockchain.ca, including:

  • Frequent webinars on leading blockchain topics
  • In-person and virtual events
  • Research and ecosystem projects
  • Government and industry advocacy
  • Expert committees like legal, fintech and ESG

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