National reach
The I4PL is the national professional association for performance and learning in Canada, founded in 1947 and operating first as the Canadian Society for Training and Development.
I4PL 2026 · Igniting The Capability Era
Build the room with us
A national audience of learning and development decision-makers, in one room, for two days. Sponsorship here is about being useful to that audience, not about a crowded logo wall.
The room, by the numbers
Why partners return
Aggregated from the 2024 and 2025 conference surveys.
- 500+delegates each November
- 43%are management level and above
- 68%work at organisations of 1,000+
- 58%of sponsors and vendors return
Why sponsor
Six reasons to partner in 2026
Qualified audience
Delegates span new professionals to C-suite decision-makers, which is the full buying spectrum for learning and development solutions.
Two days of engagement
Extended access to prospects across sessions, meals, receptions and social events, rather than a single moment on a stage.
Category exclusivity
Tier-based packages ensure your brand is the primary voice in your category. Guaranteed for Presenting, Platinum and exclusive event sponsors.
Year-round presence
Recognition extends from the moment your agreement is confirmed through to post-conference communications and the recap report.
Lead retrieval in every tier
Badge-scan lead capture is included from the Exhibitor level upward. It is opt-in at the booth and CASL compliant, so the leads you collect are genuinely interested.
Audience profile
One room. The full depth of the profession.
- Emerging professionals building credentials and seeking mentorship
- Workplace learning professionals: instructional designers, facilitators, strategists
- Training and development leaders: managers, directors, executives over capability
- Senior decision-makers: CLOs, HR directors, OD leaders with buying authority
Sectors represented
- Federal and provincial government
- Canada’s major financial institutions
- Post-secondary institutions
- Public service organisations
- Not-for-profit organisations
- Small, medium and enterprise organisations
Built-in reach
Why your message travels
Sponsorship visibility carries well beyond the two days. 2025 and 2026 data.
- 1,400members reached with every e-blast
- 10,000newsletter subscribers, twice a month
- 19,000+followers across LinkedIn and X
- 4–5posts a week, every week
Packages
Five tiers, 30 partnership positions
All pricing in Canadian dollars and subject to 13% Ontario HST.
Presenting (Title) Sponsor
The highest profile at the conference. Co-branding on all event communications and the most prominent physical and digital presence across both days.
$20,000
CAD
1 available
Brand and marketing
- Event promoted as “presented by [Company]”
- Premier logo placement on web, event app, email, program, signage and stage backdrop
- Dedicated feature in the pre-conference email to the full membership
- Full-page premium ad in the digital program
- 3 sponsored social spotlight posts
On site
- 5 complimentary full registrations (about $5,375 in value)
- Priority double booth, 10 ft by 20 ft, in a premium location
- 5-minute brand address at the Day 1 opening plenary
- Pull-up banners in 2 venue locations
- Branded collateral in all delegate bags
Year-round
- Logo and profile on the I4PL website for 12 months
- Recognition in the post-conference report and recap
- Right of first refusal on the 2027 Presenting Sponsorship
Platinum Sponsor
Second-tier prominence with strong brand placement across all conference materials and a dedicated breakout session slot.
$15,000
CAD
2 available
Brand and marketing
- Prominent second-tier logo on all materials, web, event app and signage
- Half-page ad in the digital program
- 2 sponsored social posts on I4PL channels
- Inclusion in the pre-conference delegate email
On site
- 4 complimentary full registrations (about $4,300 in value)
- Standard booth, 10 ft by 10 ft, in secondary placement
- Branded table tent or banner in 1 high-traffic area
- Branded collateral in delegate bags
Year-round
- Logo on the I4PL website for 12 months
- Recognition in post-conference communications
- Right of first refusal on the 2027 Platinum Sponsorship
Gold Sponsor
Strong mid-tier visibility with exhibitor presence and a brand spotlight before an assigned breakout session.
$10,000
CAD
3 available
Brand and marketing
- Gold-tier logo on materials, web, event app and signage
- Quarter-page ad in the digital program
- 1 sponsored social post on I4PL channels
On site
- 3 complimentary full registrations (about $3,225 in value)
- Standard booth, 10 ft by 10 ft, with table, chairs and power
- Branded collateral in delegate bags
Year-round
- Logo on the I4PL website for 6 months
Silver Sponsor
An efficient entry into exhibitor presence, with stage acknowledgement and a profile in the conference program.
$7,500
CAD
4 available
Brand and marketing
- Silver-tier logo on website, program and signage
- Listing in the digital program with a 50-word profile
On site
- 2 complimentary full registrations (about $2,150 in value)
- Tabletop display, 6 ft skirted table, in the exhibit area
- Brand acknowledgement from stage at session introductions
Year-round
- Logo on the I4PL website for 3 months
Exhibitor
Promote your business, generate leads and build partnerships with the I4PL community. Three placement options: Premium at $4,000 in a prime, high-traffic position with power included; Preferred at $3,500 in a good location with moderate traffic; Standard at $3,000 in the general exhibitor area.
$3,000 – $4,000
CAD
20 available
Brand and marketing
- Company listing in the digital program: name, website and event app
On site
- 2 complimentary full registrations (about $2,150 in value)
- 6 ft table, 2 chairs, identification signage and program listing
Year-round
- 6 months of exhibitor access on the event app for lead generation and outreach
- Company listing retained in the conference program
Signature events
Exclusive, high-visibility moments
Sold separately or added to any tier.
Evening Social
$12,5001 available, Day 1
The premier networking event, open to all 500 delegates. Exclusive naming as “The [Company] Evening Social”, a 10-minute welcome address at the reception opening, branded items at bar and food stations, and 4 complimentary registrations with a social feature.
Technology Sponsor
$10,0001 available
“Powered by [Company]” across all conference technology. Logo on the app splash screen and a branded Wi-Fi network name, a rotating in-app banner to all 500 delegates, and up to 2 approved push notifications.
VIP Hosted Lunch
$8,5002 available, Day 1 and Day 2
A curated, invitation-only lunch for 20 to 25 senior delegates. Exclusive branding on invitations and communications, a 5-minute welcome address, a reserved sponsor table, 1 full registration, and the post-event guest list in CASL-compliant form.
À la carte
Micro-sponsorships
| Add-on | Investment | Available |
|---|---|---|
| Lanyard Sponsor | $3,500 | 1 |
| Breakfast Sponsor | $3,500 each | 2 |
| Delegate Bag Sponsor | $3,000 | 1 |
| Keynote Introduction | $2,500 each | 1 |
| Coffee / Networking Break | $2,000 each | 4 |
| Event App Access | $1,500 | 6 |
| Session Room Signage | $1,000 per room | 4 |
| Social Media Shoutout | $500 | multiple |
Without a booth
Pre-Conference Webinar Partner
$2,500
Co-branded 60-minute webinar promoted to the full membership
Digital Program Advertisement
$750 – $1,750
Quarter, half or full-page ad in the official program
Literature / Brochure Distribution
$500
Flyer distributed in delegate bags, plus a program listing
Policies and terms
Clear terms for a confident partnership
Pricing and tax
All pricing is in Canadian dollars and subject to 13% Ontario HST.
Payment schedule
A 50% deposit is due on execution of the agreement. The balance is due no later than 30 days prior to the conference.
Cancellation
90 days or more before the conference: 75% refund. 60 to 89 days: 50% refund. Under 60 days: no refund.
Educational standard
Speaking opportunities are educational. Promotional or sales-forward content is returned for revision.
Content approval
The I4PL reviews all sponsored content, session descriptions and branded messaging prior to distribution.
Category exclusivity
Guaranteed for Presenting, Platinum and exclusive event sponsors. No same-category sale within a tier.
Enquire
Let’s build something together
Tell us what you are trying to achieve and we will come back with the tiers that fit, current availability, and the full prospectus. Every enquiry gets an immediate acknowledgement and a reply from the I4PL partnerships team.
Or email us directly: [email protected]
Make Monday different
Get in the room
Two days for practical learning, genuine connection, and the work that moves capability forward.
Registration opens shortly. Pricing, member rates and group bookings will be published here the moment The I4PL confirms them.