Connect with a local community of like-minded peers who share similar challenges and priorities. Access the collective expertise of CDAOs from diverse experiences, backgrounds and industries. Members of the community come together several times a year to connect with each other, exchange ideas and best practices, and validate strategies and solutions.
Join your local community for exclusive access to:
A regional Governing Body leads the Toronto CDAO community, shaping the topics and agendas for your local programs and ensuring that all content is driven By CDAOs, For CDAOs™.
Allie Grassie-Harris
CHEO
Director, Data Governance, Analytics & AI
Joe Greenwood
Mastercard
VP, AI & Data Growth
Aida Tahiri
Mattamy Homes Limited
VP, Finance, Planning, Data & Analytics
Eugene Wen
Manulife
VP & Global Chief Data Scientist
Rakuten Kobo
Global Head of Data Science and Engineering
BMO Capital Markets
CDAO & Head of AI
CGI
Director of AI, Emerging Technologies & Innovation
Workplace Safety & Insurance Board
AVP, Corporate Business Information & Analytics
Geotab
VP, Data & Analytics
University Health Network
CDAO
CI Financial
VP, Data, AI & Analytics
City of Toronto
Director, Enterprise Data & AI
University of Toronto
Executive Director, Institutional Research and Data Governance
Longo's
Senior Director, Data Governance & Analytics
Alexion Pharmaceuticals
Alexion Global Data Office Head
Queen's University
Director Data Strategy and Governance
Canada Life
VP, Data & Analytics
York University
AVP, Institutional Planning & CDO
Cadillac Fairview
VP, Planning, Data & Architecture
TMX Group Ltd
Managing Director, Enterprise Risk Management
Global Furniture Group
Director, Data and Analytics
Colliers International
CDO & Global Head of Data and AI
Sagicor
Vice President Corporate Systems & Enterprise Systems
Equifax
Chief Technology Officer
SickKids Foundation
Head of Analytics
GreenShield
Director, Data & Analytics
HomeEquity Bank
Director, Data Analytics
TransUnion
CDAO
In-Person
Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre
Walk away from this peer-led program with new connections and with actionable insights.
Each application is carefully vetted to ensure members meet established criteria, preserving the quality of the network and enabling meaningful, peer‑level discussions among leaders from the world’s leading organizations.
Once you submit your application, a Community Program Manager will schedule a conversation to understand your priorities and interests and complete onboarding, including access to year‑round community events.
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