scroll down

One Day. One Stage. Countless Connections

Where One Day Creates Lasting Impact
The Sport Summit brought to you by Central Sport is where the real and raw business of sport comes to life. Built on the belief that collaboration over competition drives success, this one-day experience brings together leaders, innovators, and changemakers from across the Canadian sport landscape. Be inspired by dynamic keynote speakers who share practical insights, proven strategies, and authentic stories that will empower you to take immediate action in your organization and community.

Whether you represent a grassroots club, provincial association, educational institution, or national sporting organization, the Sport Summit provides the tools, connections, and conversations needed to strengthen the future of sport in Canada. Now is the time to step forward, create meaningful change, and make a lasting impact on the athletes, volunteers, and communities you serve.

Be the leader. Be the change. Register today
Tickets:  $50.00 and includes lunch 

Information

Location: Red Deer Polytecnic (100 Donald Blvd, Red Deer, AB T4R 0V5)
Margaret Parsons Theatre (MP Theatre)
Saturday, September 19, 2026
9:00 pm - 4:00 pm

2026 Speaker & Panel Line Up

Our roster of speakers is growing! Visit often to see the latest speakers confirmed for the Sport Summit.

Jennifer Hadley

Volunteer Management
View Bio

Bob Wilkie

Mental Health
View Bio

Grace Dafoe

Female Panel
View Bio

Michelle Douglas

Coach- Player Connection
View Bio

Rick Polutnik

Sport governance
View Bio

TBA

TBA
View Bio

September 19, 2026

Welcome

9:00 am - 9:10 am

TBD - Culture in Sport (diversity)

9:15 am - 10:00 am

Q & A Transition

10:00 am - 10:10 am

Bob Wilkie - Mental Health

10:10 am - 10:55 am

Q & A Transition

10:55 am - 11:05 am

Jennifer Hadley - Volunteer Managmenet

11:00 am - 11:50 am

Lunch

12:00 pm - 12:45 pm

Afternoon Welcome Back

12:45 pm - 12:50 pm

Women in sport Panel

12:50 pm - 1:35 pm

Q & A Transition

1:35 pm - 1:45 pm

Michelle Douglas - Coach-Player Connection

1:45 pm - 2:30 pm

Rick Polutnik - Governance

2:30 pm - 3:15 pm

Kristine Chalmers - Leadership

3:15 pm - 3:50 pm

Closing Remarks

3:35 pm - 3:45 pm

Apply to Be A Speaker

Thank you for your interst. We are fully booked for speakers at this time.
Do you have public speaking experience?*

Ready to Register Yet?
Don’t wait. Early registration ensures your place at the table.

Site Design By: SpurTech IT

© 2026 Sport Summit. All rights reserved. A LP Events Production