KPMG and Public Sector Network’s 

Future Cities Roadshow

Shaping Tomorrow Through Technology and Innovation

March 5-19, 2024

ON | NS | AB | BC

300+

Projected registrations IN 2024

40+

inspiring speakers

12

CASE STUDIES

Shaping Tomorrow Through Technology and Innovation

Cities worldwide are undergoing a transformative shift, leveraging the power of modern technology to address pressing challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The traditional model of urban planning is no longer sufficient, and municipal leaders are seeking innovative solutions to create smart, sustainable, and thriving future cities. The Future Cities Roadshow is a dynamic platform that brings together visionary leaders, experts, and stakeholders to explore the convergence of technology, urban development, and community well-being. This roadshow will delve into the strategies and approaches needed to reshape cities into experience-centric hubs where citizens, businesses, and governments thrive together.  

The Future Cities Roadshow provides a unique opportunity to delve into the intersection of technology, urban transformation, and citizen well-being.   

Join us to explore innovative solutions, collaborate with industry leaders, and contribute to the creation of smarter, more sustainable cities for all.  

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A Sneak Peek of Our Speakers

Mike Savage, Mayor, Halifax Regional Municipality

CAMERON ROBERTSON
Principal Planner – Planning Information Services
Halifax Regional Municipality

josh weston
Director of Data Strategy
Nova Scotia Government

JEREMIE AUBE
Director, Urban Mobility
City of Dieppe

KENNETH FORREST
Director for Planning & Development
City of Fredericton

Mike Savage, Mayor, Halifax Regional Municipality

MIKE SAVAGE
Mayor
City of Halifax

SARA POIRIER
Director of Planning and Development
West Hants Regional Municipality

DR. AHSAN HABIB
Director, School of Planning & Professor, School of Planning, and Development of Civil and Resources Engineering
Dalhousie University

RAADHIKA GOPINATH
Senior Manager, Advisory Services, MC Atlantic Lead, Management Consulting
KPMG Canada

RAADHIKA GOPINATH
Senior Manager, Advisory Services, MC Atlantic Lead, Management Consulting
KPMG Canada

RAADHIKA GOPINATH
Senior Manager, Advisory Services, MC Atlantic Lead, Management Consulting
KPMG Canada

TAREK HABIB
Senior Manager, Cybersecurity & Resilience
KPMG Canada

RAADHIKA GOPINATH
Senior Manager, Advisory Services, MC Atlantic Lead, Management Consulting
KPMG Canada

LOUIE VELOCCI
Chief Operating Officer and Regional Leader, Management Consulting
KPMG Canada

RAJA MITA
Executive Director, Health
Innovation
Alberta Innovates

MATTHEW LUMSDEN
Canadian Growth Lead
Verra Mobility – Redflex Traffic Systems (Canada)

Paul Johnson
City Manager
City  of Toronto

PAUL JOHNSON
City Manager
City  of Toronto

FARIA LATIF
Director, Stations Capital Delivery
Metrolinx

Andrea DeJong, Deputy Fire Chief, City of St.Catharines

SEAN BOTHAM
Manager of Development
City Housing Hamilton Corporation

Paul Johnson
City Manager
City  of Toronto

STEVE GANESH
Commissioner, Planning, Building, and Growth Management
City of Brampton

FIAZ JADOON
Director, Economic Development & Strategic Projects
City of Pickering

RAJA MITA
Executive Director, Health
Innovation
Alberta Innovates

MATTHEW LUMSDEN
Canadian Growth Lead
Verra Mobility – Redflex Traffic Systems (Canada)

RAJA MITA
Executive Director, Health
Innovation
Alberta Innovates

MIKE VAREY
Partner, Cities, Global Infrastructure Advisory
KPMG Canada

Paul Johnson
City Manager
City  of Toronto

VISHAL RANE
Sustainable Facilities and Asset Management Product Manager
IBM

ELENA PISON
Sustainability Solutions Architect and Meteorologist
IBM

RAJA MITA
Executive Director, Health
Innovation
Alberta Innovates

ERIC WOLFE
Partner, Deal Advisory and National Cities Lead
KPMG Canada

COUNCILLOR JENNIFER RICE
City of Edmonton

"Herman Cardoso
Manager, Data Analytics
City of Calgary"

HERMAN CARDOSO
Manager, Data Analytics
City of Calgary

RAJA MITA
Executive Director, Health
Innovation
Alberta Innovates

DEREK PROHAR
City Manager
City of Leduc

JODI BROWN
City Administrative Officer
Bon Accord

CINDY POST
Chief Information Officer
City of Leduc

CATHY HERON
Mayor
City of St. Albert, Alberta

JODI BROWN
City Administrative Officer
Bon Accord

JODI BROWN
City Administrative Officer
Bon Accord

JODI BROWN
City Administrative Officer
Bon Accord

BRYAN MATTHEWS
Partner, Advisory Services
KPMG

RAJA MITA
Executive Director, Health
Innovation
Alberta Innovates

DENYSE COWLING
Public Sector Lead – Talent & Learning Strategy Solutions
LinkedIn

RAJA MITA
Executive Director, Health
Innovation
Alberta Innovates

KAREN LY
Head of Canadian Public Sector
LinkedIn Training and Learning

Paul Storer
Director of Transportation
City of Vancouver

KAYE KRISHNA
Deputy Minister
Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure 

CALUM MACKINNON
Director, Delivery Division, Information Systems Branch, Justice and Public Safety Sector
BC Ministry of Public Service

CALUM MACKINNON
Director, Information
Systems Branch
Ministry of the Attorney General BC Government

Jyoti Gondek, Mayor, The City of Calgary

DOUGLAS MCLEOD
Director of Transportation
City of Coquitlam

Paul Storer
Director of Transportation
City of Vancouver

PAUL STORER
Director of Transportation
City of Vancouver

RAFAEL VILLAREAL
Director of
Transportation
City of Surrey

RAFAEL VILLAREAL
Director of Transportation
City of Surrey

HEATHER KAUER
Director of Community Planning
City of Abbotsford

SAV DHALLWAL
Councilor
City of Burnaby

Katie Black, General Manager, Community Services, City of Calgary

DON LUYMES
General Manager for Planning and Development
City of Surrey

ryan smith
Divisional Director of Planning and Development Services
City of Kelowna

RYAN SMITH
Divisional Director of Planning and Development Services
City of Kelowna

Katie Black, General Manager, Community Services, City of Calgary

LEAH HANVEY
Senior Manager, Global
Infrastructure Advisory
KPMG

Katie Black, General Manager, Community Services, City of Calgary

ARMIN AMROLIA
Deputy City Manager
City of Vancouver

Chris Sainsbury, Partner, National Smart Cities Lead, KPMG

CHRIS SAINSBURY
Partner, Global Infrastructure Advisory and National Smart Cities Lead
KPMG

Sylvain Souligny
Director General, Departmental Planning and Management Practices
Indigenous Services Canada

SYLVAIN SOULIGNY
Director General
Government of Canada, Indigenous Services Canada

TAREK HOUSSARI
Senior Director, Digital Enablement Services
Shared Services Canada

FRANCOIS TOMEO
Director – Modelling & Network Development
Autorité Régionale de Transport Métropolitain

PIERRE LEROUX
Mayor
Township of Russell

Sylvain Souligny
Director General, Departmental Planning and Management Practices
Indigenous Services Canada

LEAH CARSON
Partner Deal Advisory, Global Infrastructure Advisory
KPMG

Sylvain Souligny
Director General, Departmental Planning and Management Practices
Indigenous Services Canada

MATHIEU FLEURY
Chief Administrative Officer
City of Cornwall

TIM TEARNEY
Councillor, City of
Ottawa & Third Vice
President, Federation of
Canadian Municipalities

TIM TIERNEY
Councillor, City of
Ottawa
& Third Vice
President, Federation of
Canadian Municipalities

Sylvain Souligny
Director General, Departmental Planning and Management Practices
Indigenous Services Canada

CAROL RUDDY
Program Manager
City of Ottawa

Who should attend? 

The Future Cities Roadshow is designed to attract a diverse range of attendees who are invested in the development, innovation, and sustainability of urban environments. Participants from various sectors and roles would find value in the conference

City Leaders and Officials

Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)

Urban Planners and Architects

Business Leaders and Entrepreneurs

Technology Experts & Investors

Citizen Advocates and Community Leaders

Academics and Researchers

Consultants and Advisors

Benefits of Attending

Innovative Insights: Gain valuable insights into cutting-edge technologies and strategies driving the transformation of cities into smart, connected, and sustainable ecosystems.  

Networking Opportunities: Connect with thought leaders, experts, and peers in urban development, technology, and governance, fostering collaboration and partnerships.  

Practical Solutions: Discover actionable solutions and best practices to address urban challenges and enhance citizen-centric services.  

Strategic Thinking: Explore how city leaders are shifting from traditional organizational processes to experience-centric approaches, creating a paradigm shift in urban governance. 

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