
ChannelNEXT26 West at glance:
ChannelNEXT26 West brings together Canadian MSPs, IT service providers, technology vendors, and industry experts in Vancouver for two days of education, collaboration, and networking. Taking place October 26–27, 2026, at the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier, the event focuses on practical strategies for business growth, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, digital transformation, leadership, and sustainability. Attendees will gain actionable insights through expert presentations, interactive panels, peer discussions, and Mastermind sessions. With fewer vendor pitches and more educational content, ChannelNEXT helps participants strengthen partnerships, discover new opportunities, navigate economic uncertainty, and build more resilient, profitable businesses.
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Since Aug 27, 2026 we have accelerated into a significant North American “tariff war” between the US and Canada. Hopefully this will be resolved by the time we meet, but even so, it may never be business as usual. Our team and experts have been monitoring the situation and looking for ways to help the community navigate the headwinds. We will make an important announcement on how Canadian MSPs and their clients can access markets outside of Canada and the USA!
To meet our MSP community where they stand tomorrow and support them moving forward, we have adjusted the event’s content.
You are not alone and we will weather this storm together as best we can…
Beyond Everything AI and Cybersecurity, key adjustments include:
- Resilient Leadership: Equipping MSP leaders with the agility needed to pivot through specific challenges. We are bringing in experts to help upgrade leadership skills for these changing times.
- Managing Business Risks & Client Retention: Preparing for market uncertainty, potential client losses, and project pauses caused by cross-border tariffs, chip shortage fuelling price increases and currency pressures.
- Navigating in a Weaker Economy: Providing actionable strategies and leveraging distributor and vendor support to manage rising operational costs.
- Managing Mental Stress: Dealing with these market challenges on top of the typical stress levels facing MSPs.
- Elevating your Digital Marketing: Find new clients and new opportunities and expand into new markets.
- And much more…
It’s more important than ever to join ChannelNEXT26 West. Our 98th event in 24 years.
- Low on vendor pitches, high on educational content
- One main stage for all content
- Content and mission shaped by leading Canadian MSPs
- 100% independent news media organized by the #1 channel industry brand “eChannelNEWS”
- Learn about hundreds of vendors every day – visit eChannelNEWS
In the AI-driven digital world combined with all of the economical headwinds, growth can be challenging for channel partners and their customers. Today, that uncertainty is higher than ever. ChannelNEXT offers a vital regional opportunity to stay connected and ahead by collaborating with your peers and experts to explore the latest solutions and services to elevate and scale business.
Dive into what’s next in digital transformation, cybersecurity, AI, and sustainability to build a more robust, efficient, and innovative business.
Why Attend?
- The MSP Learning & Networking Experience: High-value education, peer-to-peer learning and meaningful connections with the technology partners helping MSPs navigate what’s next.
- Discover solutions from industry partners who understand your business.
- Grow Your Local Network and Business: Learn, discover new solutions and network to significantly grow your business. (Attendees report up to 30% growth.)
- Organized Independent Canadian News Media: Reduce reliance on foreign influence by supporting eChannelNEWS and ChannelNEXT. We are 100% Canadian.
- Support Canada: Your attendance encourages vendors to invest in and support Canadian channel partners.
- Experience: Enjoy a fun experience that everyone loves about ChannelNEXT.
We Will Focus Five Key Market Trends:
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- The Current Economical Headwinds facing Canada
- Cybersecurity (Essential for digital transformation)
- Artificial Intelligence (Reshaping everything with Autonomous Agentic AI)
- Digital Transformation at the speed of AI (The only path forward)
- Sustainability (Crucial for future survival) We also added Mental and Stress Health.
Unmatched Networking and Insights!
Join leaders in your local channel community to learn, network, and gain actionable insights. Hear “secrets” from successful MSPs and industry veterans. Connect with outstanding, sometimes exclusive, vendors who can drive your revenue. Learn about our year-round effort to combat cybercrime: The Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem The Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem.
We continue to fine-tune the event schedule and agenda. Check often for updates on topics, speakers and more.
(Your ticket includes full access to both days, including food, drinks, and entertainment. Hotel accommodation is NOT included.)
ChannelNEXT Group Rate deadline for the hotel venue has passed.
The Value of Peer-to-Peer Connection
While educational content and solutions are valuable, the peer-to-peer social networking, including the pre-day Mastermind sessions and the MSP Town Hall, often provides the MOST value. In-person networking builds meaningful relationships.
Updates and Uniqueness
WATCH VIDEO PREVIEWS on what to expect on eChannelNEWS. We continuously update content based on feedback. Check the agenda often. Tell us if you want something specific; our deep IT industry reach through independent news media, eChannelNEWS, allows us to find it—a major factor that makes ChannelNEXT unique. ChannelNEXT Events Nourish the Mind, Body, and Soul!
Here is our Board of Advisors who are helping to shape the ChannelNEXT Experience:
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