Canada’s Only Dedicated Open Banking and Open Finance Show

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The Canadian government has accelerated its Open Banking plans, expanding the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada’s mandate in Budget 2024. The Agency will oversee the Consumer-Driven Banking Framework, including common rules on privacy, security, liability and consumer protection.

Join us at Open Banking Expo Canada 2025 as Canada’s Open Finance journey accelerates. This event offers a timely opportunity to explore regulatory alignment, technical requirements, and consumer experience enhancements that will drive financial empowerment nationwide. With significant groundwork underway – including the FCAC’s foundational framework on privacy, security, and system integrity – attendees can engage in critical discussions, share insights, and align strategies as Canada advances toward operational Open Banking.

Don’t miss this chance to collaborate with industry leaders and fast-track the adoption of consumer-driven finance for Canadians by end-2025.

Fireside chat just announced: Rohit Chopra confirmed

We’re excited to welcome Rohit Chopra, former Director of the U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), to Open Banking Expo Canada.

Since concluding his tenure at the CFPB in February 2025, this will be one of Chopra’s first major public appearances — a rare opportunity to hear directly from one of the most influential voices in financial regulation.

In this headline fireside chat, Stefanie Marotta, Banking Reporter at The Globe and Mail, will interview Chopra on where U.S. Open Banking policy is falling short — and what must happen next.

Session @ 12:00 on Main Stage: Unfinished business: The next chapter for Open Banking policy in the U.S.

Keynote confirmed:
FCAC Commissioner to outline Canada’s Open Banking roadmap

We’re delighted to welcome Shereen Benzvy Miller, Commissioner of the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada (FCAC), to Open Banking Expo Canada.

In this keynote session, Commissioner Benzvy Miller will set out FCAC’s vision for the next phase of Open Banking — including how the agency plans to create a secure, transparent framework that fosters innovation while safeguarding consumer interests.

Expect insights into upcoming regulatory developments, timelines, and how FCAC’s work will help build trust and drive efficiency across Canada’s financial sector.

Session @ 09:30 on Main Stage: FCAC’s vision: Next steps for Open Banking in Canada

Why attend

Incisive conference

Across three stages 80+ industry headliners from Canada and beyond will dive into the topics on everyone’s lips. From building your own Open Banking strategy to the end of screen scraping, and from data security to embedded finance, we have you covered.

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Drinks
reception

Join us after the conference for the drinks reception. The perfect opportunity to discuss the day’s learnings with industry colleagues and friends.

Partner exhibition

Looking for a partner to supercharge your Open Banking strategy? Find them on the Expo floor. We have a host of industry heavyweights showcasing the latest innovations and new products on the market.

Networking
zone

Using the event app you can book a slot in our Networking Zone during the event to build out your connections, forge new partnerships or catch up with industry friends.

What others say

Rating 4.7 out of 5

“Open Banking Expo Canada had another stellar showing in 2024, breaking the attendance record with over 600 attendees. The lineup of speakers was excellent, spanning large banks, small banks, credit unions, fintech associations, regulators, and more.”

Eyal Sivan, Mr Open Banking/Ozone API

“You and your teams put on another engaging expo. Every iteration is more engaging and focused on unlocking value for Canadians. Thank you for your hard work and creativity. It is an honour and a joy to participate.”

Jamie Kruspel, Chief Transformation Officer, Mainstreet Credit Union

“A fantastic networking opportunity to engage all of the key ecosystem participants and relevant and up-to-date content and conversations on the development of consumer-driven finance in Canada.

Roy Kao, Senior Advisor, Accuracy

“The Open Banking Expo is a premier event that fosters collaboration, innovation, and knowledge-sharing among financial institutions, fintech companies, regulators, and technology providers. It is designed to address the evolving landscape of Open Banking, where secure data sharing and enhanced customer experiences are at the forefront of financial services.”

Bhuvan Anand, Director Pre-Sales and Solutions, GFT Technologies

“Open Banking Expo is a must-attend event to be at for all things Open Banking, Open Data, Open Finance. The thought-leaders and innovators in attendance are truly helping shape the landscape to open banking in Canada and it's a show not to be missed!”

Elizabeth Barrasso, Portfolio+

“The Open Banking Expo Canada is a crucial convergence of vision and opportunity, showcasing the transformative impact of Open Banking on businesses. If you’re looking to engage with the forefront of financial innovation and discover actionable solutions in banking and payments, this Expo is an essential opportunity.”

John Di Sebastiano, Co-Founder and Executive Vice President, ebpSource

“Open Banking Expo Canada is an exciting and ground-breaking event that brings together industry leaders, innovators, and experts in the field of Open Banking. It serves as a premier platform for delegates, speakers, and sponsors to connect, exchange ideas, and explore the transformative potential of Open Banking in the Canadian financial landscape.”

Dean Velentzas, Canadian Lenders Association

“The one place to see all the action happening in the Open Banking space.”

Tushar Tyagi, EQ Bank

“The biggest open banking-focused conference, featuring the most prominent financial institutions, fintechs, and professionals in the field.”

Reuben Piryatinsky, Altitude Consulting

“Great opportunity to learn this nascent space in Canada and how industry players are working towards implementation.”

Aldrin Uy TD

“A growing event that brings together important voices and minds in the Canadian Open Banking ecosystem.”

Andrew Obee, Lumenus Community Services

“Well structured, great topics, highly relevant and credible speakers.”

Shanavas Sayeed, CGI

Show news & interviews

Former CFPB director Rohit Chopra to speak at OBExpo Canada 2025

Insight: The shifting tides of Open Banking in North America

How client-driven collaboration is driving better banking solutions

Achieving digital transformation in retail banking and payments

Big Tech vs Big Banks: The AI-Open Banking war that will decide the future of finance

Symcor takes center stage at Open Banking Expo Canada 2025

Flinks partners with Trask to accelerate Open Banking adoption in North America

Canada’s real-time payment revolution is already here – why aren’t more enterprises using it?

OBExpo reveals key figures shaping Open Banking in Canada on Powerlist 2025

Major banks, fintechs, policymakers to discuss future of Open Banking in Canada

Guardsquare: Securing Open Banking mobile apps

Interac launches ‘Interac Verified’ credential service

Trask will showcase instant Digital Loan powered by Open Banking

ProofOfID to showcase digital ID platform at OBExpo Canada 2025

ClearBank and Ozone API team up to drive global Open Banking

Q&A: CIBC’s Shruti Awasthi reveals the lessons learned on the way to becoming a leader

FDATA North America names Dan Murphy as Open Finance consultant

Payments Canada reveals technical build of RTR ‘60% complete’

Proof Of ID works with Equifax to enable secure digital ID sharing in Canada

Open Banking Expo launches Powerlist 2025 to celebrate Canada’s trailblazers

Headliners confirmed

Check out our full speaker roster here.

Alain Desouza

Vice President Payments Commercialisation

Mike Boush

Head of Banking for North America

Andrew Moor

Chief Executive Officer

Mark Scarmozzino

Senior Vice President, Sales & Business Development

Carrie Forbes

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Alex

Executive Director

Neela Maharaj

Director, Digital Product & Strategy Open Banking & APIs

Sandeep Achar

Director Strategy, Emerging Businesses

Jason Chomik

Director, Canada

Kirsten Fraser

Director, Financial Services Innovation

Ashley Woodruffe

Head of GTM Canada

Michelle Beyo

Chief Executive Officer & President

Rohit Chopra

Former Director

Roy Kao

Principal

Jan Antoš

Chief Technology Officer

Subramanian Viswanathan

Associate Vice President, FS Practice Head

Natacha Boudrias

Lead, Open Banking

Neal Isaac

Managing Director, Open Banking & Payments

Sunny Soin

Director - Payments and Open Banking

Heather Davis

Senior Director, Innovation

Barry O’Donohoe

Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer

Bhuvan Anand

Director – Presales & Solutions

Judy Bei

Managing Director, Global Head of Domestic Payments & Receivables

Alana Barnes

Director, Digital Policy

Karen Budahazy

Board Member

Carmen Dengra Alifa

Director, TranXact

Mike Cascone

Vice President, Government Relations & Public Policy

Steve Boms

Executive Director

Shruti Awasthi

Director, Open Banking Strategy

Nadia de Villa

Senior Vice President, Business Development & Innovation Solutions

John Nguyen

Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Val Kugathasan

Head of Innovation & Digital

Cathy Ly

Vice President, Small Business Banking

Saba Shariff

SVP Chief Strategy, Product & Innovation Officer

Bernice Cheung

Vice President, Financial Services & Cultural Markets Research

Mauricio Deutsch

SVP – Banking & Capital Markets Canada

Brian Harris

Chief Executive Officer

Aditya Mardia

Vice President & Head of Product

Stefanie Marotta

Banking Reporter

Vlad Cazan

Chief Technology Officer

Khadir Ahmed

Vice President Canada Payment Operations

Allison Wendt

Executive Director, Flowpath Strategic IT Advisory Services

Maureen Di Sebastiano

Vice President, Open Banking

Shereen Benzvy Miller

Commissioner

Manpreet Singh

Head of Engineering

Eric Saumure

Principal

Eyal Sivan

General Manager, North America

Ellie Duncan

Head of Content

Bhavna Kaushal

Principal Consultant

Anurag Kar

Head, Product E-Transfer

Cindy Zhang

Associate

Mark Sam

Founder & Managing Director

Theodora Lau

Founder

Shekher Puri

Vice President Digital Components & Platforms

Kaustubh Srivastava

Head, US Digital Technology

Thierry Battistini

General Manager

Samantha Tom

Vice President & General Counsel

Stephanie Zee

Vice President, Technology Risk

Abdi Hersi

Senior Manager, Payments Strategy

Karnan Ariaratnam

Vice President Digital Payments & Open Banking

Sonia Bakshi

Senior Vice President, Digital Platform & Data Service Head, Canada

One ticket,
one powerful event!

Open Banking Expo Canada 2025 returns as the must-attend event for Open Banking disruptors, innovators and visionaries! Your ticket provides access to a full day of enriching content, thought-provoking sessions, and exclusive insights into the future of consumer-driven finance in Canada.

With a focus on high-impact networking, interactive sessions, and real-world strategies, Open Banking Expo Canada will connect you with industry leaders, regulators, and innovators who are shaping the Canadian Open Finance landscape. From panel discussions to the Networking Zone and 20+ partners, your pass unlocks a world of opportunity to propel your Open Banking strategy forward.

Register now to engage in game-changing conversations and prepare your organisation for the future of Open Banking in Canada.