We're excited to return to the Ajax Convention Centre for two dynamic days of expert-led education and networking! This year's conference features three dedicated session tracks—Animal Care, Animal Services, and Leadership—offering something for everyone in the animal welfare community.
Choose from a wide range of engaging topics, including building better flow in your shelter, supported self-rehoming with Adopt a Pet, dog playgroups, wildlife intake best practices, managing high-risk dog encounters in the field, DOLA and Provincial Offences Act training, using AI in animal welfare, and much more. Our featured panel discussion will explore Mobile Wellness Programs, complete with guided tours of mobile wellness vehicles for a firsthand look at these innovative services in action.
PetSmart Charities of Canada will once again be hosting their annual Canadian Summit on the 3rd day of the conference. This was a huge success last year and is included for attendees at no extra cost.
Explore the full conference agenda below and get ready to learn, connect and be inspired!
Are you a Registered Veterinary Technician? You can get Continuing Education Credits by attending the conference! Email info@aspo.ca to request a certificate.
The 2026 Member Awards winners will be announced at the conference on the evening of the first night. Nominations are due by October 11th, click here for full details!
Royal Canin is once again sponsoring 2 scholarships for the conference! Scholarships include free registration, all meals and one night hotel stay. Thank you Royal Canin! Click here to learn more!
Keep the conference energy going by joining us for the ASPO Evening Social! Once the day's sessions conclude, the conference space will be transformed into a vibrant venue where you can relax and connect with our collective animal welfare community. Enjoy a delicious dinner and recognize the outstanding achievements of your peers during the ASPO Member Awards presentation.
We will be entertained by comedian Graham Chittenden! Graham's website states: "Graham Chittenden is a familiar face at the Just for Laughs festival, as well as on Just for Laughs tours, coast to coast in Canada and as far away as Bermuda. He has shared the stage on the theatre tours of Howie Mandel, Gad Elmaleh, John Pinette, Brent Butt, Bob Saget and more. Graham has his own award-nominated special on CTV, has hosted talk shows on MTV, and The Comedy Network, and written for shows such as CBC’s Mr. D and Still Standing. You may also recognize his voice from CBC Radio’s acclaimed comedy show, The Debaters. Graham’s new one hour comedy special “Reluctant Adult” premiered on CraveTV in 2018". This year's Evening Social is the perfect way to cap off a great day at the conference!
Conference Registration includes access to all sessions (on the days you have registered for), all meals, including dinner on November 2, evening social activity (with 2 drink tickets), and free parking. Gluten-free and vegan food options will be offered. *Please note: a 3.75% processing fee will apply to all refunds requested prior to the conference.
Not an ASPO Member? Become a Member and save! If you work for an organization that already has at least one ASPO member, you can become a member for $50 and access the member fees for the conference. Your membership will be valid through 2027.
