DemocracyXChange

Join us May 13 (6–7:30 PM PT) for Shape Your Community: Local Government & Tools for Change — an interactive online workshop on how local decisions around transit, housing & more get made (& how you can influence them). Free registration w/ code: DXC
➡️ democracyxchange.org/vancouver

Thrilled to be a partner this weekend at the Democracy XChange Summit in downtown Toronto. The inspiring agenda is packed with thought-provoking topics and impressive speakers, including several guests of the Progress Canada Podcast. #dxc26

We're live at @dxcsummit. If you haven't already, make your way to our booth now. We're excited to meet and greet you there! #dxc26 #democracy #GlobalAffairs #creativeindustries #CulturalDiplomacy

Sovereign by Design session at @dxcsummit with my pals Kaylie and Andre on the panel. #dxc

It’s the final day of @dxcsummit 2026! The day begins with a conversation featuring Nobel Laureate Daron Acemoglu @DAcemogluMIT with What Happened to Liberal Democracy? Followed by more discussions offering fresh perspectives. More at democracyexchange.org. #DXC26

Our country is beset by all manner of urgent crises. Can our public institutions respond with speed, without compromising accountability, oversight, or legitimacy? 📆 Thursday, 30 April 2026 ⏰ 14h45 EDT 📍 @GlobalPluralism 🎟️ democracyxchange.org/ottawa I look forward to being a panellist at the @DXCsummit’s inaugural Ottawa gathering. For a decade, the Toronto #DXC has drawn together Canada’s civic and social leaders, to strengthen Canadian democracy.

#DXC26, @dxcsummit Workshop: Emerging Leaders Making the Future #Toronto

Canada–China relations are at a turning point. Join DXC+ Vancouver for Risk and Renewal: The Future of Canada-China Relations—a timely conversation on risks, opportunities & what a strategic reset could mean. 📅 Apr 30 🎟 Use code CICpartner for $5 off democracyxchange.org/vancouver

#DXC26 kicked off with a full house. From @doctorow’s keynote to powerful Opening Night exhibitions, Day 1 brought bold ideas, diverse voices, and a community ready to shape democracy—together. We’re sold out, but virtual tickets are still available at: democracyxchange.org

#DXC26 starts today! Canada’s 7th annual Democracy Summit brings together bold voices and big ideas to strengthen and protect our democracy—at a moment that demands both. 3 days. 90+ speakers. Sold out. Let’s get to work. Read the full release at: democracyxchange.org/news/democracy…

How can 🇨🇦 assert digital sovereignty in an AI-driven world? At #DXC26 on April 18, join Sovereignty by Design—a timely panel on strengthening domestic infrastructure, reducing reliance on big tech & building resilience as a middle power. Learn more at: democracyxchange.org/sessions/sover…

How can Canada strengthen its global influence in a fragmented world? On April 18 at #DXC26, explore how culture, creativity, and storytelling can act as powerful tools of soft power—shaping perception, building trust, and driving global engagement. ➡️ democracyxchange.org/sessions/lever…

What does it take to build an economy that truly works for people—where it matters most? On April 17 at #DXC26, explore how local innovation, public space design, and community-led initiatives are reshaping jobs, neighbourhoods, and civic life. Details: democracyxchange.org/sessions/build…

We’re launching DXC+ Ottawa on April 30 with the “Canada’s Democratic Test: Can We Move Fast Without Losing What Matters?” event. 📆 April 30 📍 Global Centre for Pluralism 🕒 2:45–6 PM 🎟️ Limited space Learn more & register: democracyxchange.org/ottawa #DXC26 #Democracy #Ottawa

On Apr 18 at #DXC26, Gideon Arthurs (Soulpepper Theatre) will lead “Rehearsing Democracy: Art & Empathy as Civic Practice”—an interactive session on listening across difference, holding complexity & staying in relationship, even in disagreement. Details: democracyxchange.org/sessions/rehea…

On Apr 18 at #DXC26, join a powerful conversation on how artists are being silenced through economic pressure—& what it takes to build systems that protect creative freedom. 🎥 Followed by a screening + conversation with filmmaker Zahra Ahooei. Details: democracyxchange.org/sessions/exile…

Democracy grows when more people step in to build it. In our latest Behind DXC interview, Co-Founder Chris Cowperthwaite shares the vision behind DXC+—expanding DemocracyXChange beyond the summit into communities across 🇨🇦. Read the interview: democracyxchange.org/news #DXC26

📣 Introducing DXC+—a new initiative bringing DemocracyXChange into communities across Canada; connecting local conversations to a national movement. 🇨🇦 Ottawa + Vancouver launch this spring with local events. Learn more at: 🔗 democracyxchange.org/news #DXC26 #CivicEngagement

On April 18, join #DXC26 as we tackle the defining questions of our time in a live podcast recording of On the Frontlines of Democracy. Featuring The Honourable Bob Rae in conversation w/ host Sanjay Ruparelia, Jarislowsky Democracy Chair at TMU. Details: democracyxchange.org/sessions/on-th…

Join us Apr 17 at #DXC26 for “The Future of Global Cooperation” panel. As global dynamics shift, middle powers are stepping up—reimagining cooperation to strengthen democracy, broker alliances, and defend open, rules-based systems. Learn more at: democracyxchange.org/sessions/the-f…