Speaker Submission Guide
The Ontario East Municipal Conference (OEMC) is your opportunity to share insights, showcase best practices, and help foster economic opportunities in Eastern Ontario and beyond.
Who Should Submit?
Economic Development Professionals
Municipal Leaders & Staff
Workforce Development Specialists
Industry Experts & Business Consultants
Real Estate & Site Selection Experts
Academic Researchers & Thought Leaders
Tourism & Downtown Revitalization Officials
Federal & Provincial Representatives
Topics of Interest
We’re looking for engaging presentations on:
- Municipal Law
- Housing
- Rural Prosperity
- Macroeconomics
- Municipal Projects and Initiatives
- Rural Economic Development Opportunities
- Water and Sewage Infrastructure
- Eastern Ontario Initiatives
- Indigenous Communities
- Economic Development Strategies
- Sustainable Development
- Community Engagement
- Rural Economic Development
- Workforce Challenges and Solutions
- Opportunities in Key Growth Sectors
- Economic Development Best Practices
- Business Recruitment and Training
- Downtown Development
University ED Research - Creative Ideas for Small Budgets
- Social Media Basic and Advanced
- Funding & Grant Writing
- Regional Economic Development
- Government Programs
- DEI Workplace and Community Programs
- Strategic Planning
- Accelerating Growth through Entrepreneurship-led Economic Development
We encourage submissions featuring case studies, innovative solutions, and success stories from various regions to inspire and inform attendees.
Submission Requirements
- Session Title
- 100-word session description
- Session Category
- Preferred Session Date
- Presenter Affiliation
- Exhibitor/Sponsor Status
Deadline: February 20, 2026
Evaluation Criteria
Relevance & Innovation – Timely, original ideas.
Clarity & Quality – Well-organized, engaging content.
Actionable Takeaways – Practical solutions attendees can apply in their careers or daily lives.