Join us May 13 (6:00–7:30 PM PT) for Shape Your Community: Local Government and Tools for Change — an interactive online workshop on how local decisions around transit, housing and more get made (and how you can influence them). Free registration w/ code: DXC
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We're live at @dxcsummit.bsky.social. If you haven't already, make your way to our booth now. We're excited to meet and greet you there! #dxc26 #democracy #GlobalAffairs #creativeindustries #CulturalDiplomacy

Canada–China relations are at a turning point. Join DXC+ Vancouver for Risk and Renewal: The Future of Canada-China Relations—a timely conversation on risks, opportunities & what a strategic reset could mean. 📅 Apr 30 🎟 Use code CICpartner for $5 off www.democracyxchange.org/vancouver

#SteveMackinnon great presentation @dxcsummit.bsky.social "Resilience in Canada's Democracy" yes we should "fight for our beliefs but with the maturity to listen to each other " thank goodness we have a truly non partisan Elections Canada protecting us. #Democracy

#DXC26 kicked off with a full house. From Cory Doctorow’s keynote to powerful Opening Night exhibitions, Day 1 brought bold ideas, diverse voices & a community ready to shape democracy—together. Virtual tix available at: www.democracyxchange.org @daistmu.bsky.social @ocaduniversity.bsky.social

#DXC26 starts today! Canada’s 7th annual Democracy Summit brings together bold voices and big ideas to strengthen and protect our democracy—at a moment that demands both. 3 days. 90+ speakers. Sold out. Let’s get to work. Read the full release at: www.democracyxchange.org/news/democra...

DemocracyXChange Summit, April 16 to 18, Drives Bold Action to Strengthen and Protect our Democracy | DemocracyXChange

DXC26 features more than 90 presenters, including author and journalist Cory Doctorow, Nobel Prize laureate Daron Acemoglu and business leader and social entrepreneur Zita Cobb

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How can 🇨🇦 assert digital sovereignty in an AI-driven 🌎? At #DXC26 on Apr 18, join Sovereignty by Design—a timely panel on strengthening domestic infrastructure, reducing reliance on big tech & building resilience as a middle power. ➡️ www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/sov... @daistmu.bsky.social

Proud to be a community partner: @dxcsummit.bsky.social connects, celebrates & equips ppl who are taking action to strengthen democracy. We'll be there this week! Join us Apr 16–18 to discuss & tackle today’s most urgent civic issues. Find us & say hi! Details ➡️ www.democracyxchange.org #DXC26

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Building democratic resilience by deepening the practices necessary to protect democratic values and recognize and resist threats.

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How can 🇨🇦 strengthen its global influence in a fragmented world? On Apr 18 at #DXC26, explore how culture, creativity & storytelling can act as powerful tools of soft power—shaping perception, building trust & driving engagement. ➡️ www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/lev... @friendscndm.bsky.social

What does it take to build an economy that truly works for people—where it matters most? On April 17 at #DXC26, explore how local innovation, public space design, and community-led initiatives are reshaping jobs, neighbourhoods, and civic life. Details: www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/bui...

Join us Apr 16–18 for Canada's @dxcsummit.bsky.social – insightful talks, panels, exhibitions & workshops that tackle today’s most urgent civic issues. More details:➡️ www.democracyxchange.org #DXC26

We’re launching DXC+ Ottawa on April 30 with the “Canada’s Democratic Test: Can We Move Fast Without Losing What Matters?” convening. 📆 April 30 📍 Global Centre for Pluralism 🕒 2:45–6 PM 🎟️ Limited space Learn more & register at: www.democracyxchange.org/ottawa #DXC26 #Democracy #Ottawa

On Apr 18 at #DXC26, Gideon Arthurs (Soulpepper Theatre) will lead “Rehearsing Democracy: Art & Empathy as Civic Practice”—an interactive session on listening across difference, holding complexity & staying in relationship, even in disagreement. Details: www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/reh...

On April 18 at #DXC26, join a powerful conversation on how artists are being silenced through economic pressure—and what it takes to build systems that protect creative freedom. 🎥 Followed by a screening + conversation with filmmaker Zahra Ahooei. Details ➡️ www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/exi...

Democracy grows when more people step in to build it. In our latest Behind DXC interview, Co-Founder Chris Cowperthwaite shares the vision behind DXC+—expanding DemocracyXChange beyond the summit into communities across 🇨🇦. Read the interview at: www.democracyxchange.org/news #DXC26 #Democracy

📣 Introducing DXC+ —a new initiative bringing DemocracyXChange into communities across Canada; connecting local conversations to a national movement. 🇨🇦 Ottawa + Vancouver launch this spring w/ local events. ➡️ Learn more: democracyxchange.org/news @ocaduniversity.bsky.social @daistmu.bsky.social

On April 18, join #DXC26 as we tackle the defining questions of our time in a live podcast recording of “On the Frontlines of Democracy.” Featuring The Honourable Bob Rae in conversation w/ host Sanjay Ruparelia, Jarislowsky Democracy Chair at TMU. Details: www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/on-...

Join us April 17 at #DXC26 for “The Future of Global Cooperation” panel. As global dynamics shift, middle powers are stepping up—reimagining cooperation to strengthen democracy, broker alliances, and defend open, rules-based systems. Learn more & buy tix at www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/the...

#DXC26 opens April 16 with Utopia Rewired: Creative Visions for Democratic Futures. Featuring emerging artists from 🇨🇦 & the EU 🇪🇺, the exhibit explores how creative practice can help reimagine democratic life. Learn more about the artists and their works at: www.democracyxchange.org/news/democra...

What if disagreement could bring us closer? On April 17, join host Anthony Morgan at #DXC26 for We the People | A Freestyle Social. This fun, fast-paced conversation game turns debate into connection. Sign up for the Emerging Leaders Workshop & participate! www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/eme...

Le 18 avril à #DXC26, participez à une discussion essentielle sur L’avantage économique des Francophones au Canada. Cette discussion se déroulera en français. Inscrivez-vous : www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/can... #Francophonie #Entrepreneuriat #PolitiquesPubliques #Démocratie

Canada’s tech sector is booming—but who actually benefits? At #DXC26, the “Is Innovation Canada’s Superpower?” panel will explore how AI, VC & the creator economy can drive inclusive prosperity—& strengthen democracy. Apr 16–18 in Toronto. ➡️ Details: www.democracyxchange.org/sessions

Democracy isn’t static—it’s something we build. In our recent “Behind DXC” interview, DXC Co-Founder Ana Serrano shares the origin story of DemocracyXChange & why democracy is a verb—something we practice, evolve & design together. Read the article at: www.democracyxchange.org/news/behind-...

How do we close the wealth gap—and build an economy that works for more people? At #DXC26, “The Wealth Gap: Bold Ideas for Growing Shared Prosperity” panel, tackles one of the defining challenges of our time. Learn more at: democracyxchange.org/sessions/the-w… #EconomicJustice #Inequality

“Every day we generate data about who we are. But who controls the story it tells?” On Apr 18 at #DXC26, Dr. Wendy H. Wong delivers her keynote “We The Data,” exploring data, power, human rights & democratic accountability in the digital age. Details ➡️ www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/we-...

On April 18 at #DXC26, Nobel Prize–winning economist and MIT Institute Professor Daron Acemoglu joins CBC’s Jayme Poisson to discuss one of the defining questions of our time: What happened to liberal democracy? Learn more and buy tickets at: 🔗 www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/in-...

On April 16, #DXC26 will welcome Geneviève Tuts, Ambassador of the European Union to Canada. Join us for her reflections on pluralism, participation & people-centred democracy, + the “Utopia Rewired” exhibition featuring emerging artists from 🇨🇦 & 🇪🇺 🔗 democracyxchange.org 🗓️ April 16–18 | Toronto

Join us at #DXC26 for a keynote by Zita Cobb, titled “Side by Side: Building the Economy from Place, People, and Purpose.” On April 18, 2026, the Shorefast Founder will explore how place-based economies can restore dignity, opportunity & civic trust. Learn more at: ➡️ democracyxchange.org/sessions

Open Call for Emerging Youth Artists (Aged 18–29) — ✨ UPDATE ✨ ⏰ NEW deadline: Feb 9, 2026 🗓️ Info session: Feb 2 @ 10 AM EST #DXC26, @euincanada.bsky.social & @ocaduniversity.bsky.social invite 🇨🇦 & 🇪🇺 artists to apply for the “Utopia Rewired” exhibit. ➡️ www.democracyxchange.org/news/open-ca...

Democracy isn't broken—it's stuck. Join us at #DXC26 on Apr 18 for a keynote presented by Peter Macleod, Founder & Principal at MASS LBP. In his session "Democracy's Second Act: Why Politics Needs the Public," he makes the case for democracy's next chapter. www.democracyxchange.org/sessions/dem...