CSPRK Summit – Canadian Association of Urban Financial Professionals – CAUFP

Date: September 19, 2026

Time: 9:30 am to 5:30 pm

Location: Downtown Toronto

Blueprints for Tomorrow

The Canadian Association of Urban Financial Professionals (CAUFP) presents Blueprints for Tomorrow, a future-focused summit that helps early, mid and senior level professionals define their core, explore career pathways, and build a purpose-driven career.

What to Expect

Identity & purpose

Inspiring conversations with leaders across financial services, capital markets, consulting, and risk.

Career exploration

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Future-ready skills

Training in communication, leadership, digital fluency, and AI-powered tools shaping tomorrow’s finance roles.

Mentorship & sponsorship

Speed mentoring, relationship-building, and access to senior professionals who support upward mobility.

Workshop

Get personalized, one-on-one feedback to strengthen your job search materials and interview skills.

Career fair

Connect directly with recruiters from leading organizations. A great opportunity to learn about career opportunities, ask questions, and make a strong first impression.

Headshots

Free professional headshots will be available on-site throughout the event. Whether you need an updated photo for LinkedIn or general professional use, our photographer will be on hand to help you look your best.

Agenda

Thank you to our sponsors

Silver Sponsor

Paget Warner Scholarship Application

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At CAUFP, academic excellence is a key expectation for our scholarship recipients. Please provide a summary of your academic performance, including your most updated undergraduate transcript, current GPA and any academic awards or recognitions you have received. Your response should also reflect how your academic achievements demonstrate your commitment to pursuing a career in business. (Max word count 300)*
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