Call for Speakers: YYC DataCon 2026

Theme: From Insight to Impact: Doing Data Right

Dates: September 11, 2026

Location: BMO Centre, Calgary, AB

We are thrilled to invite you to join YYC DataCon 2026, Canada’s most anticipated data science and AI conference. Hosted at the newly expanded BMO Centre, this year’s event brings together 1000+ professionals to explore how data empowers businesses to innovate, disrupt, and adapt.

Why Speak at YYC DataCon?

Join an elite roster of past speakers from organizations like Microsoft, Databricks, Snowflake, RBC, and AltaML. As a speaker, you will:

Share Your Vision: Step onto the stage as a thought leader shaping the future of data-driven industries.

Showcase Your Impact: Gain unparalleled visibility for your technical projects and strategic insights.

Connect with Your Peers: Engage with senior practitioners, technical leads, and decision-makers shaping how data is deployed across Western Canada.

We are seeking submissions for the following tracks:

Track 1: Technical Deep-Dives Focused on the "how-to" of modern data. We are looking for sessions on AI & Applied Machine Learning, Modern Data Engineering & Architecture, and Analytics, BI & Decision Intelligence.

Track 2: Governance, Privacy & Trust Focused on the "must-haves" for responsible scaling. We want to hear about data governance frameworks, privacy-preserving tech, and building trust in automated systems.

Track 3: Industry Innovation Focused on sector-specific disruption. We are prioritizing sessions within Energy & CleanTech, FinTech, Healthcare, Real Estate / PropTech, and Retail / Consumer Tech.

Track 4: Leadership & Strategy Focused on the "big picture." Share your expertise on data strategy, operating models, ROI measurement, scaling teams, and leading organizational change.

Join Our Distinguished Lineup

Whether you are a technical expert on the front lines or a strategic leader driving ROI, we want to hear your story. Help us show the world how data is reimagining business in 2026.