Government Innovation Week Ottawa - Pregame Show

Before the lights go up at Government Innovation Week, let’s talk about what actually matters. In this pre-game show, I’m joined by Joy Chatwell from the Public Sector Network to pull back the curtain on how Government Innovation Week (Federal, Ottawa 2026) was designed, what themes are shaping the agenda, and why this moment feels significant for the Canadian public sector. If you’re attending, this episode will help you dial in on the storylines worth tracking, the tensions to watch, and the conversations that could quietly shape what happens next. If you’re not there in person, this gives you the context you need to follow the coverage I’ll be producing from the conference floor. We’re talking: • The big themes emerging in Canadian public sector reform • Where innovation is gaining traction, and where it’s stuck • Why this week matters in the broader transformation story • What to listen for in keynotes, panels, and hallway conversations Think of this as your field guide before the doors open. More on the event: https://publicsectornetwork.com/events/government-innovation-week-federal-ottawa-2026/ Let’s get ready.