Digital Leadership Day Atlantic

Empowering Atlantic Canada's Digital Leaders for a Future-Ready Government

13 May 2026 Halifax Convention Centre, Halifax

Event Overview

As governments transition from Gov 2.0's digital services to Gov 3.0's intelligent, integrated ecosystems, public sector leaders across Atlantic Canada face distinct challenges and opportunities. Digital Leadership Day Atlantic invites senior-level digital innovators to a full-day conference designed to navigate this fundamental shift. The event explores digital governance, transformative leadership, and policy-making that enable the move from Gov 2.0's digitization to Gov 3.0's AI-enabled, citizen-centered service delivery—all tailored to the region's unique needs.

The event creates a collaborative space for leaders to share insights and strategies for leveraging emerging technologies like generative AI, advanced analytics, and interoperable platforms while ensuring ethical, effective governance. Engage with thought leaders, join dynamic discussions, and collaborate on solutions to drive public service innovation as Atlantic Canada builds its Gov 3.0 future—one that reflects the region's values and ensures resilient, responsive governance for all residents.

Connect with leaders from Government of Nova Scotia, Government of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia Health, City of Saint John and Health PEI as they share their challenges and successes in this new era.

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Who will be there?

Elevate strategic decision-making by aligning digital leadership with organizational goals to drive impactful change across the public sector.

  • Align digital initiatives with strategic goals to create unified, meaningful change that addresses public needs holistically, setting a foundation for long-term digital transformation.
  • Foster an inclusive culture by leveraging tech innovations to ensure diversity and equity within teams, promoting cross-sector collaboration and stronger, united efforts.
  • Share experiences to develop ethical practices, particularly in ethical AI and secure tech adoption, building public trust and reinforcing transparency.
  • Engage with fellow executives to exchange real-world insights and build alliances that support long-term digital transformation goals, staying ahead of industry shifts and future trends.

Enhance your department’s digital capabilities through practical strategies for tech-driven efficiency and process improvements.

  • Leverage AI-driven process automation to streamline workflows, increase efficiency in service delivery, enhance data-driven decision-making, and boost public sector responsiveness.
  • Cultivate agile thinking to balance innovation with compliance, allowing for smooth adaptation of legacy systems to meet modern demands and supporting cohesive digital strategies across departments.
  • Maximize resource impact in tech projects by building cross-departmental collaboration and fostering strategic partnerships that align with evolving policies.
  • Participate in leadership fundamentals to develop adaptable teams ready to meet changing public sector needs, and walk away with actionable steps for immediate implementation.
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Vendors, boost your presence

Becoming a partner for the Digital Leadership Academy Atlantic offers unique opportunities to connect with decision-makers, showcase innovative solutions, and align with transformative public sector goals. As a partner, you’ll have access to influential government leaders, providing a valuable platform to demonstrate your expertise and contribute to critical conversations on public sector modernization. With a focus on Atlantic Canada's specific public sector needs, partnership enables you to collaborate directly with key players, co-develop solutions for the region's challenges, and reinforce your commitment to advancing government services in impactful ways.

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