ICSC@CANADA

Tuesday October 7, 2025
7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Location: MTCC North, 200 Level Entrance

Tuesday October 7, 2025
7:45 am - 8:30 am
Location: MTCC North, Con Hall 106

No breakfast service after 8:30 am. 

Tuesday October 7, 2025
8:30 am - 8:45 am
Location: MTCC North, Con Hall 106

SPEAKERS 

Sadeq Sadeq, ICSC@CANADA Program Advisory Committee Chair; Director of Growth, BUILD IT

Margaret Cooper, ICSC@CANADA Program Advisory Committee Vice Chair; Retail Director, Marketing, Cushman & Wakefield 

Tuesday October 7, 2025
8:45 am - 9:30 am
Location: MTCC North, Con Hall 106

Join Benjamin Tal for a crucial 45-minute deep dive into the Canadian economic outlook, focusing on its direct impact on the retail and commercial real estate sectors. This session will provide essential insights into market trends, challenges, and opportunities, helping you navigate the evolving financial landscape. 

SPEAKER 

Benjamin Tal, Managing Director & Deputy Chief Economist, CIBC Capital Markets Inc. 

Tuesday October 7, 2025
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Location: MTCC North, 300 Level, Halls A & C

Tuesday October 7, 2025
9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Location: MTCC North, 300 Level, Halls A & B

Tuesday October 7, 2025
9:45 am - 10:45 am
Location: Show Floor Theatre, MTCC North, 300 Level, Hall C

The vertical city concept offers an innovative solution to urban density challenges by integrating diverse functions like residential, commercial, and recreational spaces within towering structures. These projects leverage cutting-edge innovations in architectural design, advanced engineering, and smart technologies to maximize land efficiency and achieve unprecedented sustainability. A holistic approach from the angle of urban planning and placemaking drives success in these movements, as this approach profoundly impacts how traffic is directed, urban density by combating sprawl, promoting walkability, and fostering vibrant, self-contained communities. This topic will be explored by a distinguished panel of development and retail experts. 

MODERATOR 

Nadia Levi, SVP, Land Use Strategies, Colliers 

PANELISTS 

Michael Emory, Founder & Executive Chair, Allied 

Richard Witt, Principal, Architect, BDP Quadrangle 

Tuesday October 7, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: MTCC North, Room 202B

ICSC Student Members Only 

Tim Hortons, Sobeys, and Cadillac Fairview will share how they built their careers in retail real estate and how they use location analytics, such as PiinPoint, to enhance decision-making in site selection and leasing.  

Tuesday October 7, 2025
12:15 pm - 12:45 pm
Location: MTCC North, 300 Level, Halls A & C

ICSC Refreshment Lounges – No Lunch Service after 12:45 pm.

Tuesday October 7, 2025
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Show Floor Theatre, MTCC North, 300 Level, Hall C

Tuesday October 7, 2025
1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
Location: Show Floor Theatre, MTCC North, 300 Level, Hall C

Artificial intelligence is transforming industries worldwide, redefining how we work and create value. From automating everyday tasks to unlocking new business models, AI is accelerating innovation and driving measurable results. In this keynote, Marc Jensen, a leading AI strategist and practitioner, will share the latest developments, practical tools you can use today, and industry-specific examples from retail and commercial real estate. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of what’s possible now, what’s on the horizon, and how to position your business for success in the AI era. 

SPEAKER 

Marc Jensen, Chief Innovation Officer, space150 

Tuesday October 7, 2025
2:15 pm - 3:15 pm
Location: Show Floor Theatre, MTCC North, 300 Level, Hall C

Join Philippe Demers, CEO and Founder of MASSIVart, and a panel of commercial real estate trailblazers in a discussion about why they are increasingly investing in culture-driven placemaking strategies to create a vital "sense of place” for their real estate assets. 

Driven by consumers' desire for authentic experiences beyond traditional retail, the panel will showcase how projects from Royalmount in Montreal to Arte Abierto at ARTZ Pedregal in Mexico are resulting in tangible returns, including increased foot traffic, higher rents, and faster lease rates.  

Discover how cultural and social infrastructure is helping retail destinations and public spaces thrive in a highly competitive and growing digital retail landscape. 

MODERATOR 

Philippe Demers, Founder & CEO, MASSIVart 

PANELISTS

Jennifer Dunn, Senior Director, Marketing, JLL 

Jorge Gerini, Managing Director, Sordo Madaleno Architects 

Tuesday October 7, 2025
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: MTCC North, Room 202D

ICSC Student Members Only

Join us for an exclusive, one-hour Student Speed Networking session designed to connect aspiring professionals with top retail real estate industry leaders. Gather at dynamic roundtables for a unique opportunity to ask your most pressing questions and gain invaluable insights. Learn firsthand how these leaders launched and advanced their careers, helping you navigate your own professional journey. This is your chance to make meaningful connections and gather practical advice! 

Tuesday October 7, 2025
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Show Floor Theatre, MTCC North, 300 Level, Hall C

Take the leap from learning to leading—see how retail teams and brands are achieving results with AI and how you can too. This session is designed for retail marketers eager to understand how AI is being used successfully today. The session will begin with a presentation by Marc Jensen, followed by a panel discussion of industry experts discussing how AI is re-shaping retail marketing. 

MODERATOR 

Dustin Fuhs, Creative Director, The Immersive Lab 

PANELISTS 

Lucia Connor, VP, Marketing, Oxford Properties Group  

Rob Galletta, CEO, Blackjet Inc. 

Marc Jenson, Chief Innovation Officer,Space150

Tuesday October 7, 2025
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Location: MTCC North, 300 Level, Hall B & C