OTUS Non-Profit Exchange 2026

Nonprofit leaders are being asked to make increasingly complex decisions in an environment defined by uncertainty — funding pressure, external shocks, and shifting expectations. ONE 2026 is an in‑person, working forum where nonprofit leaders come together to examine what the latest national data is telling us — and to talk through what it means for decision‑making in 2026.

At ONE 2026, David Coletto (CEO, Abacus Data) will present the results of the ONE nonprofit survey, capturing how nonprofit leaders across Canada are experiencing risk, pressure, and change right now.From there, participants will engage in facilitated table discussions, a live panel conversation, and shared reflection on what the data signals for the year ahead. This is a working session — not a passive conference.

You’ll leave with more than insights — you’ll leave with clarity.

You will:

• See how your organization compares to others across the sector
• Understand which pressures are most widespread — and which are not
• Hear how peers are adapting in real time
• Talk through implications with other senior leaders
• Leave with clearer signals about what to focus on next

CEO, Abacus DataDavid will present key findings from the ONE nonprofit survey and help frame the conversation for the day, including:

• Where leaders are feeling the most strain
• How confidence is shifting
• What priorities are emerging for 2026

This session sets the foundation for all discussions that follow.

Following the survey presentation, a live panel will respond directly to what the data reveals — focusing on how nonprofit leaders are adapting their organizations in uncertain conditions.

• Moderator: Tony Lyons
• Theme: Adoption, adaptation, and leadership decision‑making in uncertain times

Panelists will share practical perspectives grounded in experience, not theory.

ONE is built around conversation, not just content.Participants will take part in facilitated table discussions led by Karen Craft, IHR Advisory Services, creating space to:

• Reflect on the data together
• Surface shared challenges
• Exchange practical responses and approaches

These discussions are a core part of the ONE experience.

A dedicated session led by Cherry Chan (OTUS) will focus on financial leadership in uncertain environments.Details are being finalized, but this conversation will explore how leaders are:

• Navigating financial trade‑offs
• Making decisions under pressure
• Thinking about resilience and sustainability

• Survey results presentation (Abacus Data)
• Facilitated table discussions
• Panel conversation responding to the data
• Shared insights and takeaways

A detailed agenda will be shared closer to the event.

• Executive Directors & CEOs
• Senior nonprofit leaders
• Board members involved in strategy and oversight
• Leaders navigating financial, operational, and external uncertainty

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

EY Centre, 4899 Uplands Drive, Ottawa, Canada

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