What started as a passion project has grown into one of the most exciting movements in grassroots sport. In this conversation, Connor Renton—founder of the Brodie League—is joined by special guests to explore the evolution of amateur athletics and why more adults are returning to play. From building community-driven leagues to removing barriers around access, […]
Athlete endorsements are evolving fast. Today’s partnerships go beyond traditional sponsorship models, reflecting a deeper alignment between athletes, brands, and the causes they stand behind. As audiences demand authenticity and cultural relevance, the most effective collaborations are built on shared values, storytelling, and long-term vision—not just reach. This panel brings together leading voices from athlete […]
This fireside chat brings together Stewart Johnston and CFL legend Michael "Pinball" Clemons for a conversation on how the league is evolving in a rapidly changing sports landscape. From shifting fan expectations and media consumption to global competition and new revenue opportunities, the discussion will explore how the CFL is adapting while staying true to […]
On the opening night of the historic inaugural season of the Toronto Tempo, this landmark conversation brings together the driving forces behind one of the most important moments in Canadian sports. Global entertainer and cultural powerhouse Lilly Singh will be joined by members of the Tempo executive team to mark the arrival of the WNBA […]
Featuring Rowan Barrett, this panel explores how Canada Basketball has evolved into a global contender, managing one of the deepest pools of NBA talent in the world. From building chemistry across elite players with competing schedules to preparing for the Olympics under intense pressure, this conversation goes inside the realities of modern team construction at […]
Join us as we kick off Departure’s inaugural Sports Summit, bringing together leaders from across sports, media, and culture for a day of conversation, insight, and connection. This opening moment sets the tone for a summit focused on the evolving role of sport in a rapidly changing landscape. From leagues and teams to media, technology, […]
Syncstate is a sync-focused platform built around a headline event featuring music supervisors and sync representatives in an interactive conversation where audiences see how a song actually gets placed in film, television, and advertising in real time. Designed for artists, producers, and songwriters, Syncstate creates space for real insight, access, and connection with the people […]
Music Publishers Canada presents an intimate keynote interview with award-winning music supervisor, Mary Ramos. Mary’s illustrious career spans from iconic films like Quentin Tarrantino’s Kill Bill Vol. 1 & 2, Inglourious Basterds, Django Unchained, and The Hateful Eight to the acclaimed series Being the Ricardos, Mrs. America, Little Fires Everywhere, Black Bird, and Wu-Tang: An […]
Landing a major sync placement isn’t luck, it’s a combination of creative instinct, production decisions, and strategic positioning. In this Sync Summit conversation, hitmaker Jenna Andrews and producer/songwriter Andrew Briol unpack how songs are written and produced with placement potential in mind, from emotional tone and lyrical universality to sonic palettes that translate across film, […]
Discover the process behind curating songs for sync, including the relationships music supervisors nurture to find the songs that elevate the projects they work on. Join us for a peek behind the scenes of what it’s like to supervise on shows and trailers, including The Crown, Ted Lasso, The Diplomat, and the Marvel franchise. Join […]
Join us as we kick off Departure’s inaugural Sync Summit, bringing together music supervisors, artists, composers, and industry leaders at the intersection of music and screen. This opening moment sets the tone for a day focused on the creative and commercial power of sync, exploring how music moves across film, television, advertising, and beyond. From […]
The fan relationship has evolved, and with it, the entire business of live music. This panel brings together experiential entrepreneurs Noreen Hamid, Patrice Whiffen + special guests to explore how VIP experiences, merch pop-ups, and high-touch fan activations are redefining revenue in today’s live ecosystem. From Oasis-style cultural takeovers to Morgan Wallen’s premium fan experiences, […]
