Public Sector Innovation Show –

British Columbia

Empowering Tomorrow: Smart, Secure, and Sustainable Public Services

Tuesday, December 3, 2024  | 8:00 AM PT
Victoria, BC

Event Partner

Steering Committee

Scott McDougall and Public Sector Network

Mike Klein
Vice President, Information Management & Technology
BC Housing

Empowering Tomorrow: Smart, Secure, and Sustainable Public Services

British Columbia is at the cutting edge of a digital revolution, harnessing the power of digital advancements to create a smarter, more efficient, and sustainable environment that excites and empowers residents. Citizens now experience a seamless journey through digital platforms that put government services at their fingertips. With a few clicks, applications are submitted, statuses are tracked, and essential resources are accessed—all through intuitive, user-friendly interfaces.

Digital technology, including AI, streamlines processes, provides predictive insights, and enhances decision-making, ensuring a more responsive and efficient delivery of government services. Robust cybersecurity measures and a focus on digital trust protect residents’ personal data, fostering confidence and security. Sustainability is also at the heart of this transformation, with smart systems optimizing energy and water usage, turning public facilities into eco-friendly spaces and reducing both carbon footprints and utility bills.

British Columbia’s bold embrace of digital innovation is setting a new standard in public service delivery. This dynamic transformation is not just about technology; it’s about creating a vibrant, efficient, and inclusive environment that meets the needs of today and anticipates the demands of tomorrow. All these exciting advancements and developments will be discussed at the upcoming Public Sector Innovation Show British Columbia, showcasing how the province is leading the way in digital transformation and innovation.

The future of public services in British Columbia is here, and it’s electrifying!

Past Event Highlight Reel

WHO YOU’LL MEET

Chiefs | Directors | Heads | Managers of

Digital, Transformation & Engagement

Government Technology Platforms

Service Design and Delivery

Citizen Engagement and Experience (CX) & User Experience (UX)

Workforce, Learning and Development and HR

Developers, Policy and Reformation

Strategic Planning and Operations Data

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Benefits of Attending

Meet the innovators who are shaping the future of public sector digital transformation.

Dive deep into the latest drivers of innovation and modernization in a series of interactive roundtables.

Tailor your experience with a choice of technology and digital CX sessions in two separate conference tracks.

2023 Speakers

Shannon Salter Deputy Minister to the Premier, Cabinet Secretary, and the Head of the Public Service, Office of the Premier Government of British Columbia

Shannon Salter
Deputy Minister to the Premier, Cabinet Secretary, and the Head of the Public Service, Office of the Premier
Government of British Columbia

The Honourable Brenda Bailey, Minister of Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation, Government of British Columbia

The Honourable Brenda Bailey
Minister of Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation
Government of British Columbia

The Hon. Victor Dominello
, Former Minister for Digital and Customer Service, NSW Government & Founder, ServiceGen

The Hon. Victor Dominello, Former Minister for Digital and Customer Service, NSW Government & Founder, ServiceGen

CJ Ritchie, Associate Deputy Minister and Government Chief Information Officer, Government of British Columbia

CJ Ritchie
Associate Deputy Minister and Government Chief Information Officer
Government of British Columbia

Genevieve Lambert
Chief Digital Officer
Ministry of Citizens’ Services

Alex MacLennan
Chief Technology Officer and Assistant Deputy Minister, Enterprise Services Office of the Chief Information Officer
Ministry of Citizens’ Services

Paula Cousins, Assistant Deputy Minister, Strategic and Corporate Priorities, BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure

Paula Cousins
Assistant Deputy Minister, Strategic and Corporate Priorities
BC Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure

Archana Nirad, CIO, BC Financial Services Authority

Archana Nirad
CIO
BC Financial Services Authority

Eleanor Liddy, ADM, CIO, Ministry of Education and ChildCare

Eleanor Liddy
ADM, CIO
Ministry of Education and ChildCare

Jeff Groot, ADM, Government Digital Experience, Ministry of Citizens’ Services, Government of British Columbia

Jeff Groot
ADM, Government Digital Experience
Ministry of Citizens’ Services, Government of British Columbia

Daniel Darche, Executive Director, Technology Modernization and Strategic Projects, Ministry of Attorney General

Daniel Darche
Chief Information Officer, Ministry of Emergency Management, Climate Readiness
Government of British Columbia

Jeff Aitken
Assistant Deputy Minister,
Health Sector IM/IT
Division
BC Ministry of Health

Jeff Aitken
Assistant Deputy Minister,
Health Sector IM/IT
Division
BC Ministry of Health

Your Registration

Live Presentations

Hear from public sector leaders about the latest trends and explore how to instantly apply these insights and gaining unique perspectives

Interactivity

An opportunity to engage with the inspiring speaker panel and peers in the live Q&A and polling to discover answers to shared challenges

Leading Technology
Solutions

Hear  from leading solutions providers in the government space as they explore key technologies to improve citizen services

On-Demand

Receive on-demand access to session content on the complimentary Public Sector Network social learning platform

Location

Event Chair

Event Partners

20 + Inspiring Speakers

Hear from and network with the industry’s most senior federal government decision makers in data, digital, ICT, and people strategies that are pioneering the advancement of the BC innovation agenda 2023 and beyond.

A Chance to Get Out of the Office

Join 300+ of your peers set to come through the doors of the showcase. Kick up your heels and strike up a conversation – who knows where it may take you?

An Immersive Show Floor

The exhibition floor will showcase bleeding edge technology providers that provide solutions for your most pressing challenges. Pop down in the networking breaks and explore the expo.



The roundtable sessions allowed for targeted discussions among individuals from varied backgrounds – a good way to bring issues to the table and learn from others how some are being addressed as well as brainstorm on how to potentially address others.

Provincial Health Services Authority, Supply Chain, BC Government

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