Council of Chief Information Officers
The role of Chief Information Officer has transformed in recent years.
Investing in the latest technology doesn’t guarantee success on its own. How will you lead your organization through massive digital change?
Signal49 Research’s Council of Chief Information Officers (CCIO) helps members discover how CIOs are advancing their organizations in the new digital economy.
Who Should Join?
CCIO is for senior leaders responsible for managing their organization’s information technology.
Members are committed to enhancing their practices—and their organizations’ performance—through our peer-to-peer networking, professional development opportunities, and research services.
Key Objectives
- To be a place where peers support each other and exchange experiences, knowledge, and ideas about information technology and information management
- To challenge members to a higher level of thinking by stimulating discussion on issues and concerns in the field
- To be a sounding board for research projects that Signal49 Research may undertake
Benefits of Membership
| Networking | Learning | Discussing | Sharing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Access an exclusive, independent network of senior information executives from major public and private sector organizations. | Discover how other leading-edge organizations are managing the challenge of change. | Exchange views on the issues facing corporate management in a relaxed, forthright, and interactive manner. | Access knowledge from invited Canadian and foreign experts. |
Contact Us
For more information about the Council of Chief Information Officers or to arrange for a guest invitation to attend one of our meetings, please contact our team.
1-888-801-8818
From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET; after hours, please send an e-mail.
Current Members
Bank of Montreal
Business Development Bank of Canada
La Caisse
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation
Canada Revenue Agency
Canadian Bank Note Company, Limited
Canadian Internet Registration Authority
Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railways
Co-Operators
Employment and Social Development Canada
Export Development Corporation
Farm Credit Canada
George Brown College
High Liner Foods Inc.
Humber Polytechnic
Irving Oil Limited
J.D. Irving Limited
Payworks
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons
TC Energy Corporation
TELUS Communications Inc.
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Member Activity
Winter 2026 Meeting | Boardroom Expectations of the CIO in 2026 and Beyond
February 26, 2026 • Virtual
Spring 2026 Meeting | Cybersecurity in a Fragmented World
May 20-21, 2026 • Ottawa, ON
Canada’s Workforce in Transition: How AI is Shaping the Future of Work
November 25, 2025 • Virtual
James Lanningan, Research Associate, Signal49 Research
This webinar explored how artificial intelligence is not only automating routine tasks but also fundamentally transforming high-skill, cognitive roles across Canada’s labour market. Drawing on new data, James revealed that 57 per cent of workers are in roles at risk of AI-driven disruption—and pinpoint the skills and tasks most affected. This session delved beyond surface-level analysis to provide forward-looking insights into how organizations can rethink their strategies, reshape talent planning, and prepare for evolving skill demands.
Where is AI Going in the Next 3-5 Years: Comparing the Approach by the Tech Majors
October 28-29, 2025 • Toronto|Hamilton
Mike Branch, Vice-President, Data & Analytics, GeoTab
Tom Soderstrom, Amazon Web Services
The Power of Perception and Public Opinion
September 16, 2025 • Virtual
David Coletto, Founder, Abacus Data
David Coletto, is one of Canada’s most influential voices in politics. Drawing on decades of research experience, David explored how shifting mindsets—from scarcity to precarity—are reshaping expectations, trust, and how people engage with institutions. In a time of deep uncertainty, leaders need more than intuition—they need insight. As one observer put it: “When David releases a poll, Ottawa listens.” This session was designed to help you understand why—and how to apply it.
Canada’s AI Economy
September 9, 2025 • Virtual
Graham Dobbs, Senior Research Associate, Signal49 Research
During this webinar, Graham explored the state of Canada’s AI economy—highlighting its global leadership in research, talent growth, and innovation potential. He examined economic opportunities arising from AI-driven productivity gains while addressing key barriers, including infrastructure gaps, slow industry adoption, and talent retention challenges.
Business Transformation and Change: Preparing for the 2030s
May 27-28, 2025 • Calgary
Daniel Couillard, Director General, Partnerships and Risk Mitigation, Communications Security Establishment
Joey Roa, Director, Digital Delivery | Sales and Marketing, Suncor Energy
John Hill, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Suncor Energy
Kent Ferguson, Senior Vice President, Strategy, Sustainability and Corporate Development, Suncor Energy
Pam Arpin, Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railways
Trump, Tariffs and Trade: Canada’s Near-Term Economic Outlook
February 24, 2025 • Location (virtual)
Pedro Antunes, Chief Economist, Signal49 Research
Tech Trends and Geopolitical Shifts: Culture, Leadership, and Talent
February 7, 2025 • Location (virtual)
Seamus Blackmore, Vice-President and Chief Technology Officer, Trudell Medical International
Tony Bonen, Executive Director, Economic Research, Signal49 Research
Steve Camacho, Vice President, Digital Transformation and Chief Information Officer, George Brown College
Glen Hodgson, Chair, Atlantic Economic Council, Former, Chief Economist, Signal49 Research
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