2027 National Spring Summit

2026 IFB National Spring Summit: West

A two-day hybrid event designed for independent financial professionals across Canada. Join industry experts and peers for timely discussions on issues shaping today’s advice landscape, along with opportunities to connect, learn, and exchange ideas.

MFDA
Life (ON, SK)
Life/A&S (BC, MB)
Life, General or A&S (AB)

Calgary, AB

May. 26, 2027 to May. 27, 2027

In-Person Ticket

Connect face-to-face with attendees, speakers, and exhibitors.

Live event access
10 keynote sessions
Coffee & lunch
Exhibitor area

Registration

Virtual Ticket

Tune into the
live-stream from across Canada.

Virtual event access
10 keynote sessions

Registration

What is the IFB National Summit?

The IFB National Summit is a two-day hybrid event for independent financial professionals across Canada, featuring expert-led sessions on industry trends, practice management, and strategies to strengthen your practice and support your clients.

The IFB National Summit combines our two most popular events - the IFB Toronto Summit and the IFB Virtual Summit, - bringing together more people, perspectives, and voices, into one streamlined event.

Is this event hybrid?

Yes. You can join us in person in Mississauga, ON, or attend virtually via live stream from anywhere in Canada.

When and where will the event take place?

The Summit will take place October 28–29, 2026, at the Mississauga Grand Banquet & Event Centre and will be livestreamed to our virtual audience through Zoom Events.

Sessions will run on October 28th from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET, and from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM ET on the 29^th.

For in-person attendees, breakfast & networking will begin at 8:00 AM.

Please see the agenda for a detailed breakdown of each day.

**A note for our virtual attendees in Pacific, Central and Mountain time zones:**

**A note for our virtual attendees in Pacific, Central & Mountain time zones:**

We know a 9:00 AM ET start means an early morning if you're joining us virtually from other time zones. However, we don’t want that to stop you from registering, so we've built in some flexibility to make sure you can still fully participate and earn your CE credit, even if the live start time doesn't work for your morning. You can read more about it in the Virtual Attendance section of the FAQ.

How many CE credits can I earn?

Attendees can earn up to 10 hours of CE credit. Each session is approved for Life, FP Canada, and MFDA requirements.

CE credits are only issued for the sessions you are physically present at (or logged into for virtual attendees). Attendance is carefully tracked and recorded in accordance with regulatory requirements.

What's included with an in-person ticket?

Live access to all 10 keynote sessions. A hot breakfast will be served on both days, and lunch on the 28th. Your ticket also includes access to the exhibitor area, plus the chance to connect face-to-face with speakers, sponsors, and fellow attendees.

Is there a hotel discount available?

Yes. We've secured a group rate at the Holiday Inn Mississauga Toronto West & Hilton Garden Inn Toronto/Mississauga.

Holiday Inn

100 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, ON

Standard room, king bed - CA$151/night.

Reserve online here or call 1-800-660-8550 and reference the group code: IFB.

Hilton Garden Inn

100 Traders Boulevard, Mississauga, ON
Standard Room, King Bed - CA$161/night

Book online

Deadline to book: September 29

Will my ticket be sent to me in advance?

Tickets are not sent out in advance. We will have your badge with your name available to pick up at the door, which is also what we use to track your attendance.

Your badge must be scanned when you arrive and leave each day for your attendance to be tracked and for CE to be issued.

What's included with a virtual ticket?

Live-stream access to all 10 keynote sessions, plus a virtual exhibitor area to explore from wherever you are.

Do I have to attend the live session to get CE credit?

For most attendees, yes — CE credits for virtual participants are normally earned by being logged into the live session. However, if you're tuning in from Pacific, Mountain, or Central time and the early start time doesn't work for you, you have an alternative. Full recordings of each session will be made available. You can earn your CE credit for the 9 AM and 10 AM (Eastern) sessions by watching the recording, provided you do so on the same day the session airs.

Will recordings be available for all attendees, or just those in PT/MT/CT?

Recordings will be available as a resource to all virtual attendees in the event lobby for 30 days following the event. CE credits are not issued by watching the recording. Exceptions will only be made to accommodate time-zone differences for early morning sessions. If further accommodations are required, please contact us at stephen@ifbc.ca.

Will I be able to ask the speaker questions during a session if I’m attending virtually?

Yes. Just like a typical virtual session, you will be able to input questions in the Q&A box during the session. An on-site team member will be monitoring the Zoom Q&A and share them during the Q&A.

How do I register?

Choose your attendance preference — In-Person or Virtual.

Complete the registration form for your ticket type and make your payment.

Your registration will be confirmed once payment has been received. To pay by credit card over the phone, you can call us at 905-279-2729 / 1-888-654-3333.

What do I need to attend virtually?

A stable internet connection and a computer or tablet (we recommend joining from a computer for the best experience). Login details and access instructions will be sent out the week before of the event to all registered virtual attendees.

I purchased a virtual ticket, but I’d like to attend in-person. Can I come?

Yes! We would love to have you join us. Please notify us at general@ifbc.ca at least one week in advance of the event and we can transfer your ticket.

I am interested in attending, but I do not require any CE credits. Are other ticket options available?

Yes! We offer a ‘No CE’ ticket options at $75 plus tax for individuals would like to attend but do not require credits for any licenses.

You can register for this option online through the regular form or call our office at 1-888-654-3333.

Who can I contact with questions?

Have a question we haven't answered here?

Reach the IFB team at general@ifbc.ca or 1-888-654-3333.

IFB is a self-accrediting provider in the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. For accreditation for RIBO licensed brokers in Ontario, IFB submits all material to RIBO Accreditation, and does not post RIBO credit categories or hours until formal confirmation is received. For accreditation for CFP designates and MFDA registrants, IFB submits all material to FP Canada accreditation, and does not post FP Canada or MFDA credit categories or hours until formal confirmation is received.

Event Details

2026 IFB National Spring Summit: West

Calgary, AB

May. 26, 2027 to May. 27, 2027

Early Bird Pricing Now Available!

In-Person Ticket

Virtual Ticket

Hotel Accommodations

Frequently Asked Questions

About the Event

In-Person Attendance

Virtual Attendance

Registration & Logistics