September 8–10, 2025

Omni King Edward Hotel
Toronto, Ontario

Access Canada Summit Announces Keynote Presentation

The Media Universe is Shifting — and Evan Shapiro Will Be Your Compass at the Access Canada Summit

Access Canada Summit, powered by The Hollywood Reporter is thrilled to announce that Evan Shapiro will deliver a Keynote Presentation at this year’s event, taking place from September 8 – 10, 2025 in Toronto.

Dubbed “The Cartographer of the Media Universe,” Evan Shapiro doesn’t just observe the evolving media landscape — he maps it, redefines it, and helps us all make sense of its wild terrain. His bold infographics, razor-sharp analysis, and fearless forecasts have become essential tools for leaders across the media spheres.

Shapiro’s work is setting the tone for the future of our industry, and you can hear from him first-hand at this year’s Access Canada Summit, where he will outline new research and current trends in a Keynote Presentation.

Want to know where media is really headed?

Curious about what’s lurking beyond the next digital horizon?

Ready for a dose of truth backed by data and delivered with bite?

Then join us at Access Canada Summit for your guided tour through the chaos, with the guy who literally draws the map.

Evan Shapiro

Evan Shapiro

Cartographer of The Media Universe

WIN YOUR CHANCE TO HAVE BREAKFAST WITH EVAN SHAPIRO

In addition to his Keynote Presentation, be entered for your chance to win a spot at a small group private breakfast with Evan Shapiro at Access Canada Summit, where you can ask your questions, get your answers, and discuss specific forecasts and opportunities with Evan directly.  Stay tuned for more details about this exciting contest coming soon!

About Access Canada Summit:

Access Canada Summit will spotlight Canada’s vibrant content industry on a global stage, fostering dialogue, discovery, and deal-making.  Building on years of producing impactful Canadian industry events, and now in partnership with The Hollywood Reporter, this dynamic three-day summit will continue to spark meaningful connections and unlock new opportunities through cutting-edge programming and exclusive market access.

More programming details — including speakers, panels, roundtables, curated meetings, and networking —will be announced in the coming weeks.

Join us from September 8 – 10, 2025
at the Omni King Edward Hotel, Toronto.

Sponsorship inquiries: [email protected]

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