Use technology to make society better for all

This November, more than fifteen countries’ digital government leaders will converge on Ottawa to chart the course of government tech, connected citizens, digital policy and the future of society.

Once, technology was a cost of government. Now, it is government. The line between laws and algorithms blurs. Digital-first services speed delivery. Data flows across our digital lives. But at what cost?

As a society, we must embrace what technology can help, while remaining sober about its downsides. Instead of moving fast and breaking things, we need to move deliberately and create things. But move we must. That’s why we run FWD50. And why you should join us.

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We’re working hard to make FWD50 the most valuable week of your year, combining essential lessons with inspiring content and chance to learn from your peers at home and around the world. FWD50 is considered a training event for federal employee budgetary purposes.

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Once again, FWD50 will transform the iconic Agricultural Pavillion in Lansdowne Park. Here’s what it looked like in 2017.

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Key Topics

We’re tackling a wide range of subjects, from cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence, the Internet of Things, and Distributed Ledgers to more practical challenges with processes, culture, and change management.

We’re also looking at how technology changes every facet of government. In 2017, we had representatives from 39 distinct government departments attending the event, offering case studies and hard-won lessons from their innovation efforts.

Got a topic you want to speak about? Our Call for Proposals is now open, and we can’t wait to see what you suggest!

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