Exploring the ideas shaping Canada’s future. Celebrating the leaders shaping it.
Magnet Network Live (MNL) returns for its third edition on November 4th, 2026 in Toronto. In addition to inspiring conversations and connections between MAPLE nominees, sponsors, and partners from across provinces and sectors, this year’s event will also be the culmination of the inaugural MNL+ Adaptive Leaders program. Adaptive Leaders alumni from across the country will join us to reconnect, reflect on their shared experiences, and continue the conversation shaping their leadership journey.
Of course, no MNL would be complete without the announcement of the newest MAPLE recipients, including the first ever System Spotlight honouree.
Bringing these leaders and innovators together under one roof is sure to make for an energizing and exciting experience.
November 4th, 2026
Toronto • The Vault, 250 University Avenue
About the Venue
Originally built to store the gold and bullion reserves of Canada, the Vault is one of Toronto’s true hidden gems. Located under the Bank of Canada Building, the Vault invites guests to venture beyond its three-foot thick door and into history. Step into the Vault–literally–and join us for a day of inspiring conversation, meaningful connection, and celebration of leadership in action.
Hosted by:
Mark Patterson
Directeur généralMagnet
Mark Patterson est un leader de l’innovation en matière de main-d’œuvre, dont la mission est d’établir des partenariats propices au développement des compétences et à une croissance économique inclusive. En tant que directeur général de Magnet, il a façonné la vision de cet organisme, qui consiste à mettre en relation des talents avec des opportunités au Canada et à l’étranger. Mark est reconnu pour son expertise en matière de développement de la main-d’œuvre et de technologies émergentes, en particulier sur la façon dont l’intelligence artificielle transforme l’avenir du travail. Son leadership inspire des stratégies concrètes qui aident les particuliers et les organisations à prospérer sur un marché du travail en constante évolution.
Lev Gonick
Dirigeant principal de l’information Arizona State University
Dr. Lev Gonick is Enterprise Chief Information Officer at Arizona State University. Enterprise Technology at ASU leads the design and agile management of all enterprise infrastructure, applications, products, services and analytics. Gonick is passionate about enabling and celebrating innovation, collaboration, and productivity through the broadest possible access and utilization of next-generation technologies, including AI, XR, quantum, and broadband networks. In 2026, Dr. Gonick co-founded the MNL+ Adaptive Leaders Program.
Special Guests
Peter Jin Hong
Lead, Product Design - Magnet
(Former Google Search & Assistant UX Lead)
Peter designs "Trust Scaffolding" for the Human+AI age. A former Design Lead at Google Search & Assistant, he combines behavioral science with product design to build AI that supports human agency ("GABA") over pure engagement ("Dopamine"). By operationalizing empathy through his EQ+JTBD framework "We Get You. We Got You. You Got This", Peter helps organizations build AI that feels intuitive, supportive, and profoundly human-centric.
MNL26 - More to Come
MNL26 is taking shape, and there’s plenty more to come. Stay tuned as we reveal more about the people, ideas and experiences that will make this year’s event one to remember. Check back here for the latest updates as we get closer to November 4.
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MNL26 Agenda (coming soon)
When the full Agenda becomes available, you’ll be able to access it here













































































































































