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Less than a month to go! Municipal Masterclass is almost here. Join us on May 14 in Mississauga for a full day of ideas, strategy, and insights from municipal leaders and campaign professionals. Get your tickets now.

📣 Speaker Announcement 📣 Joining the lineup at Municipal Masterclass 2026: David Valentin, Pollster and Principal at Liaison Strategies. David is a nationally recognized pollster and public affairs professional with experience in research, government relations, and political analysis. He co-founded Mainstreet Research in 2013 and is now a Principal at Liaison Strategies (@LiaisonCanada). His work spans public opinion research and advocacy, supporting nonprofits and organizations across Canada. David has also made hundreds of media appearances, providing insight on elections, public sentiment, and political trends. Don't forget to tune into @davidvalentin's keynote address at #MunicipalMasterclass! 🗓️ May 14, 2026 📍IKON Event Space, Mississauga

Session Spotlight: Winning the Municipal Ground Game Door knocking. Volunteers. Turnout. This workshop with Maureen Balsillie (@greenMREEN) breaks down what actually works on the ground during a campaign - from building a team to executing voter contact that moves numbers. If you’re running, managing, or planning a campaign, this is the part you can’t afford to get wrong. 🗓️ Thursday, May 14 📍 IKON Event Space, Mississauga Limited spots! Secure your seat 🎟️ #municipalmasterclass

📣 Speaker Announcement 📣 Joining Municipal Masterclass 2026: Marion Nader, Veteran Political Strategist, Commentator and CEO of Nexus Strategy Group. Marion Nader is a political strategist specializing in opposition research, cybervetting, and competitive intelligence. With two decades of experience across municipal, provincial, and federal politics, she has worked on campaign strategy, research, and political communications. She is also a Canadian political commentator and speaker focused on strategic leadership, political strategy, and crisis communications. Join Marion at #MunicipalMasterclass. 🗓️ May 14, 2026 📍 IKON Event Space, Mississauga

Session Spotlight: Winning, Serving, Leading — Lessons from Elected Officials Join Mayor @DavidWestRH, Councillor @DipikaDamerla, Councillor @JoshMatlow, and Councillor @katecadigan for a candid conversation on their journeys through municipal elections and public leadership. Moderated by @ahmadelbayoumi from @policornerca. Hear directly from those who have run, won, and are now serving — sharing real perspectives from inside municipal politics. 📅 Thursday, May 14 🕐 9:15 AM – 10:00 AM 📍IKON Event Space, Mississauga Seats are filling up — secure yours 📷 #MunicipalMasterclass

📢Speaker Announcement 📢 Joining Municipal Masterclass 2026: Lily Cheng, Councillor, City of Toronto. Lily Cheng is a long-time Willowdale resident and dedicated community builder who has spent more than a decade bringing neighbours together in moments of crisis, healing, and collective action. At City Hall, Lily serves as the Mayor’s Champion to Eradicate Intimate Partner Violence and Gender Based Violence. Her focus is on resident engagement, local democracy, and creating accessible ways for communities to participate in civic decision-making. Join @LilyCheng at #MunicipalMasterclass. 🗓️ May 14, 2026 📍 IKON Event Space, Mississauga

Partner Spotlight: Swift Prints Swift Prints provides printing solutions for campaigns, businesses, and organizations, including election signage, business cards, and promotional materials. Known for fast turnaround times and reliable service, they support projects across Canada. Swift Prints joins Municipal Masterclass 2026 as our Printing Partner. 📅May 14, 2026 📍IKON Event Space, Mississauga #MunicipalMasterclass

Partner Spotlight: CanadianSME & She & Success CanadianSME is a leading platform focused on supporting and highlighting small and medium-sized businesses across Canada through business content, interviews, and industry insights. She & Success highlights women entrepreneurs through its magazine, podcast, and community-focused content. We’re pleased to have @canadian_sme and @shesuccessmag joining Municipal Masterclass 2026 as partners. 📅May 14, 2026 📍IKON Event Space, Mississauga #MunicipalMasterclass

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📢Speaker Announcement 📢 Joining the speaker lineup at Municipal Masterclass 2026: Ellen Xue, Founder of CPAET and former Elections Canada Auditor. Ellen specializes in political financial compliance, helping campaigns build strong filing systems and prepare for audits. Her experience gives candidates and campaign teams a practical understanding of how to stay compliant and avoid costly post-election issues. Join Ellen at #MunicipalMasterclass for an insightful presentation on Campaign Finances & Audits. 📅 May 14, 2026 📍IKON Event Space, Mississauga

Sponsor Showcase: POLICORNER POLICORNER is a newsletter on the politics, policies and personalities driving the week at Queen’s Park. Read and trusted by a growing community of the province’s top political players — lawmakers and party leaders to senior staffers, strategists, lobbyists and public servants, it’s an essential, deeply reported read, decoding the policies and politicking that underpin the political scene in the trillium province, with original, comprehensive coverage of the top stories. We’re proud to have @policornerca as one of our Media Partners for Municipal Masterclass 2026. 🗓️May 14, 2026 📍IKON Event Space, Mississauga

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🎤 Speaker Announcement 🎤 We’re thrilled to welcome Bonnie Crombie, Former Leader of the Ontario Liberal Party and Mayor of Mississauga from 2014-2024, to Municipal Masterclass 2026. Bonnie Crombie is a dynamic and results-driven public leader with over two decades of experience spanning politics, business, and civic leadership. As Leader of the Ontario Liberal Party and Mayor of Mississauga for nearly a decade, she has built a reputation for pragmatic, people-centred governance and transformational leadership. Join @BonnieCrombie at #MunicipalMasterclass for insights from her illustrious political career. 🗓️ May 14, 2026 📍 IKON Event Space, Mississauga

The countdown is on. ⏳ Municipal Masterclass is getting closer. Join us in Mississauga for a full day of insights, strategy, and conversations with top speakers from across municipal politics. Limited spots remain - get your tickets now!

We’re pleased to welcome Steve de Eyre, Director of Public Policy & Government Affairs at @TikTokCanada, to Municipal Masterclass 2026. Steve works with all levels of government to inform them about TikTok’s commitment to user safety and privacy, and how 16 million Canadians are using TikTok to connect, build communities, and share ideas. He previously built and led Amazon Canada’s public policy team and worked at the Canadian Embassy in Washington, D.C. Don’t forget to catch @deEyre's keynote address at #MunicipalMasterclass! 🗓️ May 14, 2026 📍 IKON Event Space, Mississauga

Joining us at Municipal Masterclass 2026: Cameron Bonesso, Political Consultant and President of Constituent Manager Solutions (@CMS_INC_). Cameron works with candidates across Canada on municipal campaigns, with experience managing voter contact and running campaigns in Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia. He also brings experience from Parliament Hill, supporting federal MPs. Catch @Camfinesso at #MunicipalMasterclass sharing practical insights for your next winning campaign. 🗓️ May 14, 2026 📍 IKON Event Space, Mississauga

Sponsor Showcase: Y Media Group Y Media Group is Canada’s Largest Ethnic Media & Multiple Platforms in Mainstream Media, with a strong presence across TV, radio, print, digital, and live events. With platforms including Channel Y, Radio Y (105.9FM), Midweek Newspaper, and SouthAsianDaily, Y Media connects with diverse communities across the country at scale. We’re pleased to have @ymediagroup join Municipal Masterclass 2026 as our Media Partner. 🗓️ May 14, 2026 📍 IKON Event Space, Mississauga 🎟️ Tickets available

🎤 Speaker Announcement 🎤 We’re pleased to welcome Lauren Jutai, Partner Manager on Meta's Government, Politics, Advocacy & Compliance team, to Municipal Masterclass 2026. Lauren works closely with government organizations and political campaigns, helping them leverage Meta’s platforms to drive civic engagement and connect more effectively with communities online. With over a decade of experience in marketing and market research, including more than 8 years at @Meta, Lauren brings valuable insight into how digital platforms continue to shape modern political communication and outreach. Join us at #MunicipalMasterclass to hear Lauren LIVE! 📆 May 14, 2026 📍 IKON Event Space, Mississauga 🎟️ Tickets available

We’re excited to welcome Keanin Loomis, Mayoral Candidate for Hamilton and President & CEO of the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction, to Municipal Masterclass 2026. Currently the voice of Canadian Steel, Keanin is a seasoned business leader and accomplished executive. He previously served as President & CEO of the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, where he was twice recognized as a top executive within Ontario’s Chamber network. After mounting a strong grassroots campaign in Hamilton’s 2022 mayoral race, @keaninloomis has officially launched his 2026 campaign for Mayor and continues to be an active voice in the city’s civic and business landscape. Join Keanin at #MunicipalMasterclass as he shares insights on campaigning, leadership, and building momentum in competitive municipal races. 📆 May 14, 2026 📍IKON Event Space, Mississauga

Sponsor Showcase: Campaign Compass Campaign Compass is a campaign management platform built for political teams. It brings together fundraising, voter outreach, canvassing, and volunteer coordination in one place. The platform includes CRM tools, mobile canvassing, and real-time data tracking to help campaigns stay organized and make faster decisions. Used across nomination races, party campaigns, and local elections, it’s designed for practical, day-to-day campaign operations. We’re pleased to have @CampaignCo204 supporting Municipal Masterclass 2026. 🗓️ May 14, 2026 📍 IKON Event Space, Mississauga #MunicipalMasterclass