Networking+
Symposium gives you plenty of scheduled opportunities to make connections, as well as free time between sessions to catch up with colleagues. See what we have planned for this year’s conference below.
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Welcome Reception
Sunday, 11 May, 17:00-18:00
Enjoy food and drinks with friends and colleagues at our opening night reception. Set aside the time to network and check out this year’s exhibitors.
Newcomers’ Welcome Breakfast
Monday, 12 May, 08:00-09:00
Joining us for your first time at IAPP Canada Privacy Symposium? Create connections with other first-time attendees and new IAPP members at our Newcomers’ Welcome Breakfast. Start your day well-fed and well-connected.
Cybersecurity Professionals Meetup
Monday, 12 May, 10:00-10:45
Join us at the IAPP Cybersecurity Professionals meetup. This group is designed to enhance networking, professional development and leadership opportunities to help advance and support cybersecurity professionals.
Privacy Engineering Section Meetup
Monday, 12 May, 10:00-10:45
Privacy and personal data protection concepts would only be theoretical without a strong network of privacy engineers building them into systems from the ground up. Meet your fellow unsung heroes of the digital age at the Privacy Engineering Section meetup to connect, share experiences and discover new solutions.
AI Governance Lunch
Monday, 12 May, 13:15-14:30
Join us for a special AI Governance lunch. As an IAPP Affinity Group, this community allows AI governance professionals to leverage their privacy, data protection and technology backgrounds to get ahead of AI policies, regulations and trends in the field. This casual lunch aims to foster exchange of ideas and viewpoints, facilitate resource-sharing and create connections between professionals in the field.
Privacy Bar Section Meetup
Tuesday, 13 May, 11:30-12:00
Calling all attorneys, practitioners, judges, academics and students — expand your network at the Privacy Bar Section meetup and discuss the latest legal developments and strategies.
Privacy Soirée
Monday, 12 May, 18:00-19:15
Before heading out for the evening, come celebrate the 25th anniversary of the IAPP with drinks and Canadian small bites. Recharge with your colleagues and meet our exhibitors.
Public Sector Breakfast
Tuesday, 13 May, 08:00-09:00
Join fellow public sector members for a special networking breakfast.
Women Leading Privacy Section Lunch
Tuesday, 13 May, 13:00-14:15
Join fellow women leading the privacy industry for a special networking lunch. As this is one of our most popular events, please note that seats are first come, first served.
IAPP Central
Sunday, 11 May, 17:00-18:00
Monday, 12 May, 08:00-16:30
Tuesday, 13 May, 08:00-14:15
IAPP Central is your privacy hub, where you will find up-to-the-minute resources and tools to help you and your operation meet challenges head on. Just tell us what you need — we are here to help.
Volunteer today
Want to be part of, and get more from, Symposium 2025? Email volunteer@iapp.org to learn about opportunities. Volunteering is a great way to network while getting a behind-the-scenes look at the conference. Choose from a number of fun, well-coordinated volunteer opportunities.
Note: Volunteers do not receive complimentary conference passes, but they do receive gratitude and respect. Please ensure you are registered for the conference before you apply.