The Atlantic Technology Summit 2026

Theme: Secure Velocity
Move fast with AI. Stay Secure. Build what's next.

The most competitive organizations won't be the ones that talk about transformation the loudest. They'll be the ones that can:

- Deploy modern tools into real workflows
- Protect customers, systems, and data
- Manage cost and complexity
- Build the skills and operating habits that keep momentum going

ATS 2026 brings together founders, executives, IT leaders, security leaders, builders, and innovators from across Atlantic Canada and beyond — focused on practical takeaways, real-world case studies, and the relationships that move the region forward.

NEW FOR 2026 — The Founders Floor

Meet the founders building the region's next generation of technology companies. Discover breakthrough ideas, connect with entrepreneurs, investors, mentors, and potential partners, and see the future of Atlantic Canada's innovation ecosystem — all in one dedicated space.

What You Can Expect

- Practical AI adoption: moving from experimentation to real operational results
- Cyber resilience & digital trust: identity, risk management, incident readiness, supply chain considerations
- Cloud & cost discipline: performance, consolidation, FinOps thinking, and smarter tooling decisions
- Talent & capability-building: developing modern skills inside teams — without relying solely on hiring
- Atlantic-first perspective: stories and insights that reflect how organizations scale in our market

Who Should Attend

- Founders and scaleup leaders
- CIOs/CTOs and IT managers
- Security leaders and risk owners
- Product, data, and engineering leaders
- Operators focused on productivity, customer experience, and growth
- Public sector and education leaders supporting modernization and workforce development

Two Locations, One Connected Experience

Dartmouth is the main stage with keynotes and primary programming, with a connected live stream to Saint John, NB. The Saint John experience brings the summit to a second hub — so more Atlantic leaders can participate, connect, and build partnerships close to home.

Whether you're building, buying, modernizing, or securing — ATS 2026 is where Atlantic Canada accelerates together.