Flagship IMIA in-person event

Mapping Leaders Forum 2026

A focused in-person gathering for senior leaders, decision makers and companies shaping the business of maps.

Date 11 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2026

Venue Toronto, Canada

Format In person forum

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Forum purpose

Built around meaningful access, not passive attendance

The Forum should explain why attending is valuable before asking people to register. The strongest value is the opportunity to interact directly with decision makers in leading map companies.

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Decision-maker accessMeet senior people from publishers, technology providers, data companies and industry partners.

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Relevant business topicsKeynotes and lead presenters are selected around topics that matter to the business of maps.

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Structured and informal networkingSessions, roundtables and social moments all support real industry conversation.

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Programme

Three days of focused industry discussion

Programme Arrival and registration

Afternoon

Arrival and registrationCheck-in, introductions and informal networking.

Evening

Opening receptionWelcome gathering for attendees and invited guests.

Programme Keynotes & sessions

Morning

Keynote: state of the map industrySenior industry perspective on business, data and technology shifts.

Morning

Keynote: state of the map industrySenior industry perspective on business, data and technology shifts.

Midday

Business model and technology sessionsLead presenters selected for relevance to the map industry.

Evening

Forum dinner / networkingDedicated time for conversation beyond the formal programme.

Programme Roundtables

Morning

Member-led roundtablesFocused discussion around shared challenges and opportunities.

Midday

Closing prioritiesWhat the industry should carry forward from the Forum.

Registration

Register your interest for the next Mapping Leaders Forum

11 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2026 Toronto, Canada In-person event

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Speakers & presenters

Industry voices selected for relevance

SONIA TRENTIN

Deputy Director, Canada Center for Mapping and Earth Observation · Natural Resources Canada

Keynote

ALEX MILLER

President & Founder · Esri Canada

Keynote

Venue & travel

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Venue
Toronto, Canada

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Pantages Hotel Toronto

200 Victoria St., Toronto, Ontario, M5B 1V8

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Sponsors & partners

Visible support for the Forum

Past Forums

Previous Mapping Leaders Forums

Past forums help prove continuity and credibility.

Mapping Leaders Forum 2025: London

14 May 2025 - 15 May 2025

Mapping Leaders Forum 2024

4 Jun 2024 - 6 Jun 2024

Non-Members | Mapping Leaders Forum 2023

7 Jun 2023 - 8 Jun 2023

Members | Mapping Leaders Forum 2023

7 Jun 2023 - 8 Jun 2023

Denver Mapping Leaders Forum 2022

22 Jun 2022 - 24 Jun 2022

Mapping Leaders Virtual Forum: November 17

17 Nov 2021

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