The Executive Retreat

About the Retreat

The Executive Retreat is a three-day executive-level event designed for senior leaders in Canada’s homelessness and supportive housing sectors.

​This annual retreat brings together CEOs, Executive Directors, Vice-Presidents, and board members to:

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• Build strategic public policy capacity

• Strengthen government relations expertise

• Share insights across jurisdictions

• Cultivate cross-sector networks

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Each year features a new theme — the 2026 theme is:

Build Canada Homes.

What to expect:

• Workshops that translate policy and advocacy into practical, usable strategy

• Clarity on current shifts in federal, provincial, and municipal housing policy

• Role-playing and experiential learning to build skills and confidence

• Smart, unfiltered conversations with peers from across the country

• A panel of elected officials from across the political spectrum, offering insider perspective on what actually drives decisions

Who this is for:

• Executive Directors, CEOs, VPs, and Directors

• Senior policy, government relations, and public affairs staff

• Board members and senior public servants

• And anyone who plays a pivotal role in advancing strategy, policy, or advocacy within their organization