OCTOBER 22, 2025 | TORONTO
We heard you.
Waiting until next year? Not an option. The time for change is now.
After three-sold out events, Digital Day Camp is returning to Toronto this fall, October 22, 2025. Our mission is bold and unwavering: to bring Canada’s digital media decision-makers together for a day of the honest conversations and real collaboration we need to achieve forward momentum.
Hosted by David U.K. and Rob Beeler, Digital Day Camp continues to break with convention. It’s the only event of its kind where digital advertising leaders (publishers, ad tech, agencies, and beyond) sit at the same table to break down silos and tackle what’s broken.
This is a leadership-led, leadership attended working event. No PowerPoint presentations. No egos. No pay-for-play. No wallflowers. Every conversation, every session, and every connection is built around what’s actually happening in Canada, not generic, global trends that don’t apply.
The goal? Participation, transparency, and results. Leaders and senior professionals compare notes, challenge assumptions, and collaborate on what the future should look like for Canada’s media and advertising landscape.
Spots are limited, and every session is built for active participation.
If you’re ready to help shape the next chapter of Canadian media—and be in the room where decisions get made and ideas move forward—join us.
Why Digital Day Camp Matters
The Canadian media industry is undergoing rapid transformation. Signal loss, measurement breakdowns, AI disruption, and shifting consumer behavior (especially across CTV and omnichannel) are reshaping how we plan, execute, and evaluate digital advertising. We cannot determine our future silos. This moment demands shared thinking, shared language, and shared leadership.
What to Expect This Fall at Digital Day Camp
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275+ senior-level attendees representing every corner of the digital ecosystem
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4 inspiring keynotes from C-level trailblazers challenging how we think about the future
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Breakouts of 60 to 80 engaged participants per room, focused on real dialogue and idea-sharing
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C-level moderated roundtables (no passive spectators, only meaningful contributors)
The Big Topics Shaping Canada’s Digital Future
The conversations that we started this year have pushed us forward, but we have more work to do.The challenges facing Canadian digital media are evolving fast, and the questions we need to answer are only getting sharper. We’re still building the agenda for October 22, but what’s already clear is this: the work isn’t done. And neither are we.
Here are just a few of the topics you can expect to see discussed this fall:
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Artificial Intelligence & Automation
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Data Collaboration & Clean Room Innovation
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CTV & the Future of Premium Video
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Commerce Media & Retail Media Expansion
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Privacy, Regulation & Canadian-Specific Challenges
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Brand Safety, Sustainability, and Signal Loss
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
April 2025 Speakers
Adam Gendelman
AVP, Programmatic & Demand Sales
Wunderkind
Alan Dark
Chief Revenue Officer
Rogers Sports & Media
Aleena Mazhar Kuzma
National Board Director of Programs
NABS
Andrew Casale
President and CEO
Index Exchange
Ashley Curran
Associate Vice President, Sport Partnerships & Jumpstart Brand
Canadian Tire Corporation
Barry Alexander
Chief Marketing & Diversity Officer
Canadian Marketing Association
Brian Batenburg
Director Digital Sales
The Globe and Mail
Christy MacLeod
Chief Data & Solutions Officer
Kinesso Canada
Daniel Mekinda
EVP, Head of GroupM Motion Entertainment Canada
GroupM
David Purdy
Chief Revenue Officer
Stingray
Dominic Cozzolino
Paralympic Athlete
Canadian Olympic Hockey
Gold and Silver Medallist
Dustin Titus
Chief Revenue Officer
Zoomer Media
Gautham Ram Pingali
Executive Vice President Performance & Innovation
GroupM
Ivan Pehar
Director, Ad Revenue Strategy
Roku
Jeremy Simpson
Chief Activation Officer, Canada
Omnicom Media Group
Jérôme Leys
General Manager Media Solutions
Quebecor
Jodi Peacock
Client President
EssenceMediacom
Joe Gottfried
Executive Director, Sales
CBC/Radio-Canada
Kendra Hum
Managing Director, International
Amazon Ads Canada
Kevin Squyres
Sales Director
Advendio
Kieran Miles
Chief Growth Officer
GroupM
Kristie Painting
EVP & MD
Cineplex Media
Laura Boodram
Chief Revenue Officer
FatTail
Lee Beech
Senior Director, Consumer Experience, Data & Transformation
Nestlé
Michael Jones
Head of Programmatic Financial Services
Bloomberg Media
Mitch Dent
President, Canadian Media
Blue Ant Media
Mladen Raickovic
Head of Canada,
Global Partnerships
Nader Mohamed
Director, Publisher Partnerships, Canada
Seedtag
Noah Vardon
Group Executive Vice President
Omnicom Media Group
Patrick Jutras
President, MELS & CAO
TVA Group & Québecor Media
Phil Schraeder
CEO
GumGum
Philippe Kleim
Vice President, National Revenue & Digital Advertising Strategy
Corus Entertainment
Sean Cohan
President
Bell Media
Shane Phillips
Senior Director of Marketplace Solutions
Mediabrands Canada
Shannon Lewis
President
CMDC
Sonia Carreno
President
IAB Canada
Sue Haas
President & COO
NLogic
Susan Irving
Chief Marketing Officer
Kruger Products Inc.
Tracy Ball
Director, Media & Digital Platforms
Bayer Consumer Health
Troy Reeb
Co-Chief Executive Officer
Corus Entertainment
Vlad Stesin
Co-Founder & Chief Strategy Officer
Optable
April 2025 Sponsors
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April 2025 Partners
April 2025 Attending Companies
WHO + WHY
If You’re a Decision-Maker in Canadian Media, You Belong Here
Who Should Attend?
This isn’t an event for spectators. Digital Day Camp is built for decision-makers. If you’re VP-level or above at a publisher, agency, brand, or ad tech company, this is where you need to be. No junior staff. No tourists. No sales pitches. Just the leaders shaping the future of Canadian digital media:
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For publishers and media companies that need real answers on revenue growth, measurement, and the tech that actually drives results.
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For agencies tired of vendor-led conferences and hungry for real talk about measurement, media investment, and accountability.
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For brands who want more than the same old strategies and are ready to push innovation.
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And for ad tech leaders who know that breaking into Canada isn’t just about selling—it’s about understanding what this market actually needs.
Why Should You Attend?
Because this is the only place where these conversations happen.
Many media conferences are passive, where leaders speak on stage and then disappear. Digital Day Camp is the opposite. Here, you’re part of the discussion, part of the problem-solving, part of the future. You’ll be in the room with the people making real decisions about CTV, programmatic, AI, DEI, and everything that will define Canada’s digital media landscape for the next five years.
If you’re looking for surface-level insights and recycled talking points, this isn’t your event. But, if you’re ready to sit across from industry leaders who are facing the same challenges you are, share what’s working (and what’s not), and walk away with actual, usable insights, then we’ll see you in Toronto.
"Topics and content covered in-depth...engaging content, truly unique Q&A throughout… opportunity to dive deep, inclusive environment designed to learn. Well worth the time and investment for leaders looking to grow their business."
NETWORK WITH
YOUR PEOPLE
Connect exclusively with Canadian digital media decision-makers like you. Digital Day Camp brings together publishers, agencies, brands, and ad tech leaders who don’t just show up for a panel and leave. These are the executives who stay, engage, and have the conversations that lead to real, lasting change.
LEARN FROM
INDUSTRY INNOVATORS
Digital Day Camp’s collaborative roundtable discussions are open, candid conversations on the challenges that matter most. This is your chance to sit shoulder-to-shoulder with industry heavyweights and technology specialists who are shaping the future of Canadian media, without the sales pitches.
TECHNOLOGY BUILT
FOR CANADA
The best ad tech companies don’t just sell to Canada—they build for it. Meet the partners who understand the market, the challenges, and what it takes to succeed here. Whether you’re looking for better monetization, smarter measurement, or partners who get it, this is where those connections happen.
DIGITAL DAY CAMP AND iDREAM PARTNER TO EMBRACE DIVERSITY TO DRIVE INNOVATION AND INCLUSION IN MEDIA
At Digital Day Camp, we believe true innovation happens when diverse voices are empowered and celebrated. That’s why we’re proud to support iDREAM with a free sponsorship of our Inclusion, Advertising, and Representation keynote, a session dedicated to advancing conversations around equity, inclusion, and representation in Canadian media.
Founded in 2023, iDREAM is a national non-profit that empowers BIPOC and traditionally underserved communities to find and amplify their voices through media. They lead initiatives that create space for emerging creators and provide media advertising grants across sectors like art, entrepreneurship, film, music, and sport.
By removing financial barriers, Digital Day Camp hopes to help iDREAM extend the reach of this keynote, so more individuals and organizations gain access to the ideas, insights, and stories that drive lasting change.
Together, we’re building a more inclusive and equitable future one dream at a time.
WHO NEEDS ANOTHER WATER BOTTLE...
Last year at Digital Day Camp, we tried something different. Instead of handing out branded swag, we redirected those dollars to where they could do more good by supporting NABS. NABS (the National Advertising Benevolent Society) is a Canadian charitable organization that supports professionals in the marketing, media, and communications industries. Their mission is to provide financial, emotional, and career support to individuals facing personal or professional challenges.
The result? Digital Day Camp raised more for NABS in a single day than any other conference to date.
This year, we’re aiming even higher. By replacing event swag with sponsorship donations, we’re not just promoting sustainability, we’re helping to ensure that NABS can continue its vital work. With your support, we can double our impact and make a lasting difference for professionals across our industry.
"NABS was thrilled to once again be the beneficiary of Digital Day Camp this year. Their innovative approach to meaningful sponsorship meant not only a top-tier gathering of industry leaders, but also a truly impactful donation back into our community.
"As the charity for the Canadian Advertising and Media industry, we see first-hand the rising need for support amongst our colleagues, so receiving this donation from Digital Day Camp over the past two years has been deeply felt and appreciated. We sincerely hope this thoughtful approach to industry events becomes the new gold standard moving forward."
— Libby Begg, Director, Communications, NABS
A huge thank you to our sponsors for backing this initiative.
A Space Built for Connection
We’re once again taking over The Well, Toronto’s premier venue for creative collaboration, with three dedicated floors designed to foster connection. From focused breakout rooms to lounge areas built for spontaneous conversation, every space is intentional. This event is about bringing the right people together in the right environments to drive real outcomes.
Whether you're a publisher navigating monetization in a cookieless world, a brand working to engage new audiences, or an ad tech leader helping to stitch the ecosystem together, Digital Day Camp is where you belong.
There are a number of hotels within walking distance of the Well. Use this link to see the local hotels and walking distance.
REACH OUT!
A limited number of sponsorship opportunities are available for this event.
Contact daviduk@digitaldaycamp.com for details.