DEFY 2026
March 11 @ 8:00 am – March 12 @ 5:00 pm
| Supplier Diversity Alliance of Canada presents the second biennial DEFY Conference! Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce (CQCC) and Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC), founders of Supplier Diversity Alliance Canada (SDAC), are teaming up with WEConnect International this March for Canada’s premier supplier inclusion conference—where ideas spark, partnerships thrive, and growth happens. Hosted at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on March 11-12, 2026, this conference is designed to spark growth, innovation, and collaboration. Early Bird pricing is ON! Save over 15% when you register by January 30, 2026. |
WHY ATTEND?
Entrepreneurs can connect with procurement professionals through matchmaking sessions, gain actionable insights from industry leaders, and build relationships that drive business forward.
Corporations can discover new partnerships, strengthen their commitment to inclusive supply chains, and learn best practices that make a real impact.
Meet members of other supplier councils. DEFY replaces the organizing council’s individual conferences in 2026, so members are highly encouraged to attend and participate in this dynamic marketplace of ideas and opportunities.
WHO IS DEFY FOR?
Diverse entrepreneurs, corporate leaders, government, and ecosystem partners from across several certifying bodies. Learn more about membership for CQCC, CAMSC and WEConnect International.
DEFY is for those interested in developing long-lasting relationships between main actors in the Canadian supply chain.