Frequently Asked Questions
Who organizes this conference?
The 5th Annual Police Tech Conference & Expo is organized by the Canadian Institute (CI), part of C5 Group. The Canadian Institute produces professional conferences and events that bring together senior decision-makers, industry experts and practitioners to address emerging business, regulatory and operational challenges.
What is the conference about?
The Police Tech Conference & Expo is Canada’s hub for police technology innovation, bringing together law enforcement leaders and technology professionals to explore emerging tools, trends and opportunities for public safety. The two-day event combines an interactive conference focused on real-world initiatives and strategies with an expo where attendees can experience technology solutions designed specifically for law enforcement and public safety applications.
The event focuses on how police services can use technology to improve operational efficiency, increase public safety and achieve a measurable return on technology investments. Areas represented include artificial intelligence, cloud technology, predictive analytics and data visualization, response management systems, body-worn cameras, cybersecurity, Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR), drones and UAVs.
The event focuses on how police services can use technology to improve operational efficiency, increase public safety and achieve a measurable return on technology investments. Areas represented include artificial intelligence, cloud technology, predictive analytics and data visualization, response management systems, body-worn cameras, cybersecurity, Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR), drones and UAVs.
Where and when will the conference take place?
The 5th Annual Police Tech Conference & Expo will take place December 1–2, 2026, at the Mississauga Convention Centre, 75 Derry Rd W, Mississauga, Ontario L5W 1G3, in the Greater Toronto Area.
Who should attend?
The Police Tech Conference & Expo is designed for senior law enforcement leaders and professionals responsible for technology strategy, implementation, operations and public safety. Attendees include Police Chiefs, Deputy Chiefs, Chief Information Officers, Chief Technology Officers, Directors of Information Technology, IT Managers, Superintendents, Sergeants, Inspectors, Crime Analysts and Special Constables.
The event is also relevant for technology and solution providers working with police services in areas such as artificial intelligence, cloud storage and migration, predictive analytics, data visualization, response management, body-worn cameras, cybersecurity, ALPR, drones and UAVs.
The event is also relevant for technology and solution providers working with police services in areas such as artificial intelligence, cloud storage and migration, predictive analytics, data visualization, response management, body-worn cameras, cybersecurity, ALPR, drones and UAVs.
Which industries are represented?
The conference primarily serves law enforcement, policing, public safety and police technology professionals, along with private-sector organizations developing technology for these communities. The event brings police agencies together with technology companies and specialists working in AI, cloud infrastructure, analytics, cybersecurity, digital evidence and camera systems, response management, ALPR, drones and other emerging public safety technologies.
Organizations that participated at past events include RCMP, Toronto Police Service, Peel Regional Police, Calgary Police Service, Hamilton Police Service, London Police Service, Saskatoon Police Service, Surrey Police Service, Waterloo Regional Police, Winnipeg Police Service, Bell Canada, Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario and the National Cybercrime Coordination Centre (NC3).
Organizations that participated at past events include RCMP, Toronto Police Service, Peel Regional Police, Calgary Police Service, Hamilton Police Service, London Police Service, Saskatoon Police Service, Surrey Police Service, Waterloo Regional Police, Winnipeg Police Service, Bell Canada, Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario and the National Cybercrime Coordination Centre (NC3).
What topics are typically covered?
Police Tech Conference & Expo explores emerging technologies and practical implementation challenges affecting Canadian law enforcement. Topics include artificial intelligence, cloud storage and migration, predictive analytics and data visualization, response management systems, body-worn cameras, cybersecurity, Automated Licence Plate Recognition, drones and UAVs, as well as strategies for improving operational efficiency and technology ROI.
Recent conference programming has also examined AI-assisted report writing and investigations, NG911 implementation, Digital Evidence Management Systems (DEMS), body-worn camera integration, connected police vehicles, virtual and augmented reality training, cybercrime and strategies for demonstrating the return on investment of police technology projects.
Recent conference programming has also examined AI-assisted report writing and investigations, NG911 implementation, Digital Evidence Management Systems (DEMS), body-worn camera integration, connected police vehicles, virtual and augmented reality training, cybercrime and strategies for demonstrating the return on investment of police technology projects.
What will attendees learn?
Attendees will gain practical insights into evaluating, adopting and implementing emerging technology within law enforcement environments. The conference is designed to help police leaders assess how new tools can improve operational efficiency, strengthen public safety and deliver an effective return on investment, while learning from real-world initiatives and strategies used by law enforcement professionals.
The interactive expo complements conference sessions with opportunities to experience devices, systems, services and equipment firsthand. Attendees can engage directly with technology companies, see live demonstrations and explore solutions being developed for police departments, security services and law enforcement agencies.
The interactive expo complements conference sessions with opportunities to experience devices, systems, services and equipment firsthand. Attendees can engage directly with technology companies, see live demonstrations and explore solutions being developed for police departments, security services and law enforcement agencies.
What types of experts typically speak at this conference?
Police Tech Conference & Expo brings together senior law enforcement leaders, police technology executives, IT directors, crime analysts, privacy and policy specialists, communications experts and technology professionals. Faculty perspectives are focused on the operational realities of selecting, implementing and managing technology within policing and public safety.
Recent faculty have included professionals from the RCMP, Peel Regional Police, Waterloo Regional Police, London Police Service, Saskatoon Police Service, Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario and Bell Canada, reflecting expertise across policing operations, IT, innovation, privacy, communications and crime analysis.
Recent faculty have included professionals from the RCMP, Peel Regional Police, Waterloo Regional Police, London Police Service, Saskatoon Police Service, Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario and Bell Canada, reflecting expertise across policing operations, IT, innovation, privacy, communications and crime analysis.
Which organizations are represented on the faculty?
The complete 2026 speaker faculty and their organizations have not yet been published. Additional faculty information will be announced as it becomes available.
The conference has previously featured experts from organizations including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Halton Regional Police Service, Waterloo Regional Police, Peel Regional Police, London Police Service, Saskatoon Police Service, Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario and Bell Canada. Previous faculty participation is indicative of the types of law enforcement, public-sector and technology perspectives represented at the event and does not indicate confirmed participation for 2026.
The conference has previously featured experts from organizations including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Halton Regional Police Service, Waterloo Regional Police, Peel Regional Police, London Police Service, Saskatoon Police Service, Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario and Bell Canada. Previous faculty participation is indicative of the types of law enforcement, public-sector and technology perspectives represented at the event and does not indicate confirmed participation for 2026.
What networking opportunities are typically available?
Police Tech Conference & Expo offers more than five hours of networking opportunities, connecting attendees with senior law enforcement leaders, police technology professionals and solution providers. Networking experiences include dedicated breaks, interactive sessions and live technology demonstrations, as well as opportunities to connect directly with exhibitors on the expo floor.
The event also features a Vendor Showcase, providing an opportunity for the law enforcement and technology communities to build connections at the end of the first conference day. The expo environment enables attendees to meet technology companies, explore new solutions and discuss practical public safety applications directly with providers.
The event also features a Vendor Showcase, providing an opportunity for the law enforcement and technology communities to build connections at the end of the first conference day. The expo environment enables attendees to meet technology companies, explore new solutions and discuss practical public safety applications directly with providers.
Are group discounts available?
Attend with a group of three or more and save 20% on each registration. Group registrations must be arranged through the Customer Service team by emailing [email protected] or calling 1-888-224-2480.
Registration rates and pricing deadlines are available on the conference registration page.
Registration rates and pricing deadlines are available on the conference registration page.