CanadianSME Small Business Summit 2026
About the Summit

Beyond AI: building intelligent, resilient, human-centred Canadian SMEs

Prepare to move beyond adoption and into real impact at the CanadianSME Small Business Summit 2026 — October 13, 2026 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.

Delegates seated in a full session room at the CanadianSME Small Business Summit
Summit 2025, Toronto
October 13, 2026
One day, one floor
MTCC, Toronto
North Building, Level 100
~3,000 attendees
Anticipated for 2026
97%+
Of Canada's economy is SMEs
The event

What the Summit is

The Summit brings together forward-thinking businesses ready to turn technology into measurable growth, build stronger foundations, and create meaningful customer experiences in a rapidly evolving economy.

It is a platform to learn how to leverage digital tools, foster inclusive practices, and build resilient business models — an essential day for any business owner looking to drive growth and innovation.

The Summit is produced by CanadianSME Small Business Magazine, the premier platform for SMEs in Canada, highlighting growing businesses and thought leaders with a strong focus on innovation, growth and marketing.

Keynote sessions
Industry leaders break down what is actually working today and what Canadian SMEs need to focus on next.
Panel discussions
Conversations around growth, resilience and technology with experts bringing practical insights.
Interactive workshops
Hands-on sessions focused on execution, so you can apply ideas immediately.
Tradeshow and exhibits
Meet exhibitors showcasing products, services and technology for small business.
Networking and business mixer
An exclusive networking event follows the show — 4:45 pm to 5:45 pm.
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CanadianSME Small Business Magazine

CanadianSME is the premier and most relevant platform for SMEs in Canada. We highlight growing businesses and thought leaders with a strong focus on innovation, growth and marketing to generate the results you believe you are capable of.

With the launch of CanadianSME Business Magazine, our aim is to equip SMEs with expert knowledge and insights from industry leaders on everything business — compelling content that answers the needs of small and medium-scale enterprises, all under one roof.

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Who runs it

Our approach

Cmarketing Inc. is a marketing agency and business management boutique that helps Canadian SMEs. Recognizing the Canadian economy's dependence on SMEs, the agency publishes a magazine whose contents support Canadian SMEs.

Our philosophy

Through our conferences, online and social presence, CanadianSME provides the perfect platform to position and promote your products and services. We are constantly pushing boundaries to replicate reach through standard and emerging technologies.

Our mission

To reproduce benefits for enterprisers, alongside competent organizations that share our aim of strengthening the SME industry. Our services span business publications, business events, special projects and business consulting — there is something for everyone.

The magazine

Recent issues

Read the latest editions of CanadianSME Small Business Magazine.

Read the current issue

CanadianSME Small Business Magazine — August 2026.

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Our publications

Sponsors and partners reach the CanadianSME audience across every title in the family, not just on the day of the Summit.

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The flagship monthly for Canadian small business owners.
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Women founders, operators and leaders.
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Amplifying Black-owned businesses across Canada.
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Amazon Business — Presenting Partner

Save 50% on shipping and get support from a small business ambassador

UPS is pleased to help the CanadianSME and IndigenousSME community save time and money through special services and shipping discounts. We put the power of logistics to work for you every day by providing speed, outstanding reliability and technology tools so you can focus on your business — not your shipping.

*Incentives are based on the daily rates in the UPS Rate and Service Guide. The member understands that actual rates for shipments may vary and be less.

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UPS: turn challenges into opportunities — 50% savings on UPS Small Package Shipping