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What is NextGen?
NextGen is a national professional development event designed specifically for the public affairs and government relations sector. Whether you're just starting your career or you're a seasoned professional, NextGen offers a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and advance your career.
Join us for insightful sessions, valuable networking opportunities, and the chance to engage with industry leaders. Together, we can shape the future of our field.
Register now to take advantage of early bird pricing, let’s shape the future of our industry together.
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2025 Advisory Committee
This year's Advisory Committee, made up of esteemed leaders, is dedicated to enhancing our event for maximum impact.
Hardave Birk
Vice-President, Government Relations Institute of Canada (GRIC); Director, Government Relations, Rogers Communications
Megan Buttle
National Digital Lead, Earnscliffe Strategies
David Coletto
Chief Executive Officer, Abacus Data
Stephanie Delorme
Chief Operating Officer, Rubicon Strategies
Hunter Doubt
President, Government Relations Institute of Canada (GRIC); Manager, Government & Corporate Affairs - Canada, Expedia Group
Alexis Easton
President, Public Affairs Association of Canada (PAAC); Chief Public Affairs Officer & Board Secretary, Royal Ontario Museum
Denise Siele
Senior Advisor, Artful Strategies
Snapshot of NextGen 2024
Take a look at the photos from our first annual event, NextGen 2024, showcasing the vibrant energy and collaboration among public affairs professionals.
Denise Siele, Senior Advisor, Artful Strategies, Ottawa, Ontario
What do you do as a Public Affairs professional is a question I am often asked. The vision of Next Gen is to demystify what we do, how we do it and why we do it. I am pleased to be a part of this to support the growth of this key industry in our Canadian democracy.