Know Before You Go

To help you prepare for the ICD National Director Conference, the information below outlines key event details, logistics, and tools to support your conference experience. Additional details can be found on the Agenda, Travel & Accommodation, and FAQ pages.

Dietary Requirements and Special Requests

Please submit any dietary requirements or accessibility-related requests by May 22, 2026. Requests can be updated by logging in to the member portal and managing your conference registration through the Events section.

Dress Code

Conference: Business attire
Fellowship Awards Gala: Cocktail or business attire

Conference Support

ICD staff will be available throughout the conference to assist with registration, session questions, and general logistics. For answers to common questions, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions section.

For additional assistance before the event, please contact conference@icd.ca.

Badge Pick Up

Delegates are required to collect their name badge at the conference registration desk before attending conference sessions and events.

Registration Desk Hours
June 1, 2026
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Halifax Convention Center

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21

June 2, 2026
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Halifax Convention Centre

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Halifax Convention Centre

June 1-3, 2026

Conference Programming

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM | Marriott Hotel, Banquet Hall

ICD.D Director Dilemma Luncheon

1:15 - 2:15 PM | Marriott Hotel, Banquet Hall

A Conversation with Emera CEO & Board Chair presented by Emera

2:15 - 3:15 PM

Beyond Compliance: Aligning Board and Risk Management Priorities presented by KPMG

3:30 - 5:00 PM

Innovation in Action: Discover the PIER: Behind the Scenes at Canada’s Living Lab for Logistics

5:30 - 7:30 PM

The Critical Conversation with Rear-Admiral M.T.J. (Josée) Kurtz: Geopolitics, Sovereignty, and Canada’s Global Role

3:30 - 4:20 PM

Canadian Boards Leading the Way: Innovation, Agility and Competitiveness

Canada’s Maritime Strength Unveiled: An Exclusive Visit to CFB Halifax Arctic Offshore Patrol Vessel and Naval Fleet School

Inside Irving Shipyard: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Modern Shipbuilding

ICD Conference Mobile App

The conference mobile app provides quick access to the agenda, speaker profiles, and important event updates. Delegates can plan their schedule, bookmark sessions, and stay informed throughout the conference. Additional features include:

Access to the full conference agenda
Save sessions to your personal schedule
Real-time event updates and notifications
Speaker and sponsor information
Networking opportunities to connect with fellow delegates

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Language Access and Live Captions

Live translation and real-time captions will be available throughout the conference using Wordly. Participants can follow sessions in their preferred language by accessing translated audio or reading live captions directly on their personal device.

Key features:

No cost to use
No app download required
Works on personal devices
Available during all conference sessions
Access via a simple link or QR code on-site

Sponsor Insights and Resources

Our conference partners share research, perspectives, and practical tools to support directors in addressing today’s governance priorities.

These resources will be available through the conference mobile app and may also be accessed through links below.