FORMERLY THE PARTNERSHIP CONFERENCE
Greater Purpose Conference
East
Amplify your impact. shape the future.
Join purpose-driven leaders from across North America for bold conversations and meaningful connections. Our conferences bring together changemakers from multiple sectors to explore purpose, partnership and build the future of business.
Where & When
📍 The Carlu, Toronto, Ontario
October 27-28, 2025
About the Conference
Agenda
Speakers
The Greater Purpose Conference
Canada’s must-attend event for purpose-driven professionals. This dynamic gathering brings together bold leaders from across sectors to explore the power of purpose and partnerships. With provocative ideas, vibrant networking, and tangible strategies, it's where social impact and purpose take center stage.
Come for the insights. Stay for the energy.
Who Attends
The Conference?
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I attend the Greater Purpose Conference?
If you are working in the social impact and social purpose space, and looking to learn more about partnerships and purpose, you should attend the conference.
Are there speaking opportunities available?
While we do not have an open “Call for Speakers”, we welcome your thoughts and ideas. Email us at info@greaterpurpose.inc
Why does the conference exist?
We knew we needed to create a platform for the charitable, non-profit and corporate sectors to come together to celebrate purpose, impact and partnership.
Are there sponsorship opportunities available?
Absolutely! Please contact us at partnership@greaterpurpose.inc We are very responsive!
What can I expect at the conference?
Great speakers, Great food, Great venue.
Lots of fun. Most of our attendees are the sole representative from their organization. We create tons of networking time!
Are there two conferences?
Yes. Starting in 2025, there will be two Greater Purpose Conferences each year. One in Eastern Canada, and one in Western Canada. Greater Purpose East will typically take place in October, while Greater Purpose West will take place in May.
27 Oct - Day 1
28 Oct - Day 2
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Breakfast
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM
Welcome & Kick-off
9:00 am - 10:20 am
Sessions
10:20 am - 11:00 am
Break & Networking
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sessions
12:00 am - 1:15 pm
Lunch and Networking Break
1:15 pm - 2:40 pm
Sessions
2:40 pm - 3:10 pm
Break & Networking
3:10 pm - 4:10 pm
Sessions
4:15 pm - 6:00 pm
Cocktail Reception
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Breakfast
8:45 AM - 8:55 AM
Welcome & Kick-off
8:55 am - 10:20 am
Sessions
10:20 am - 10:50 am
Break & Networking
10:50 am - 12:20 pm
Sessions
12:20 am - 1:30 pm
Lunch and Networking Break
1:15 pm - 3:00 pm
Sessions
3:00 pm
End of Conference
Afdhel Aziz
Founder and Chief Purpose Officer, Conspiracy of Love
Andrea Donlan
Senior Vice President, McMillan Vantage
Brad Offman
Chief Executive Officer, Greater Purpose
Bruce Sellery
CEO, Credit Canada
Carolyn Shaw
Co-Founder, President, and Chief Creative Officer, Humanity Agency
Claire Elizabeth Williams
Chief Purpose Officer, Greater Purpose
Conor Chell
Partner, National Leader ESG Law – KPMG Law LLP
National Co-Leader Energy & Natural Resources (ESG), KPMG in Canada
Coro Strandberg
Chair of the Canadian Purpose Economy Project and President of Strandberg Consulting
Inder Nirwan
CEO, Kahani Pictures
Julie Bernard
PhD: Assistant Professor, Sustainable Finance, Ivey Business School
Laura Vaughan
Forum Chair and Ontario Regional Director, MacKay CEO Forums
Maureen Young
Vice President, Social Purpose, Coast Capital
Mike Rowlands
Partner & CEO, Junxion Strategy
Nathan Froelich
Director of Corporate Impact, YourCause from Blackbaud
Nav Shawney
Social Enterprise (CIC), The Washing Machine Project
Oksana Chikina
Partner, Climate Change and Sustainability Services, EY Canada
Event
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Meet our Speakers
CEO, Board Member
Manon Baudou
Head of Sustainability
Hans
Miller
Social Impact Leader
Sally
Sakho
Volunteer Coordinator
