Your guide for two days
At the heart of finance and investment in your language
Prepare for total immersion on October 28 and 29, 2025 in Toronto. The Francophone Finance & Investment Summit offers a rich and diverse program designed to provide you with the keys to navigate and excel in today's economic world. Discover the details of the sessions, workshops, and panels below.
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Day 1
28 October
07am - 45:09pm
Registration of participants
09am - 00:09pm
Announcements and official opening
45 min
Garden Hall
Table ronde
Teaching about money: How can we equip young people for the future?
Conference description
Financial literacy starts early. How can we introduce young people to the basics of money management, saving, and credit? This workshop offers educational tools, testimonials, and innovative approaches to prepare the next generation to make better financial decisions and develop healthy habits.
Intervenants:
45 min
Conservatory One
Interactive session
Financial scams: how to spot them, avoid them, and protect yourself from them
Conference description
Bank fraud, online scams, investment promises that seem too good to be true… The threats are numerous. Cybersecurity and finance specialists will explain how to identify warning signs, avoid common traps, and effectively protect your savings in an increasingly digital world.
Intervenants:
Networking break
10am - 15:10pm45 min
Garden Hall
Lightning conference
Things I wish I had known about money when I was 20
Conference description
An inspiring panel where leaders share the advice they wish they'd received earlier: how to manage their first paycheck, avoid debt, build savings, and invest wisely. Personal anecdotes and practical lessons to inspire young adults and help them get a better start on their financial journey.
Intervenants:
45 min
Conservatory One
Interactive session
My financial integration journey: what every newcomer should know
Conference description
Arriving in a new country also means learning how to navigate its financial system. From opening a bank account and obtaining credit to filing taxes and saving, this workshop gives newcomers the essential tools to integrate quickly and build lasting financial security.
Intervenants:
Melanie Anthony
Director and Consultant in Communication and Marketing
Melanie Anthony Consultancy
Networking break
11am - 15:11pm45 min
Garden Hall
Lightning conference
Tools for managing your money on a daily basis
Conference description
Monthly budgeting, expense tracking, automatic savings: technology makes financial management simpler than ever. Discover the most effective apps and platforms to take control of your finances, optimize your habits, and reach your personal goals faster.
Intervenants:
45 min
Conservatory One
Interactive session
Investing in real estate: legal keys, professional tips and winning strategies
Conference description
Real estate remains one of the safest investments… provided you do it right! Between legal pitfalls, complex financing, and a constantly evolving market, you need to be prepared with the right instincts. Our experts will share their exclusive advice to secure your transactions and maximize your returns. Whether you're a seasoned investor or a newcomer, this panel will give you the practical tools to take action tomorrow.
Intervenants:
Networking break / Lunch break
12am - 15:13pm45 min
Garden Hall
Table ronde
Studying and working: financing your academic journey
Conference description
How to finance your studies without drowning in debt? Between student loans, scholarships, part-time jobs and management tips, this discussion offers concrete solutions to balance budget, academic ambitions and professional experience.
Intervenants:
Paule Véronique Fouda
Vice-President of the AEUOF and Ambassador for Digital Communications
45 min
Conservatory One
Interactive session
Public and private funding: preparation methods, opportunity identification and application preparation
Conference description
Securing funding requires preparation and strategy. Discover how to identify relevant public and private programs, build a strong case, and convince financial partners. Experts will share methods and tips to maximize your chances of success.
Intervenants:
Joe Tamko
Founder
NGU
Networking break
14am - 15:14pm45 min
Garden Hall
Table ronde
Discovering careers in finance: between dream and reality
Conference description
Banking, investment, insurance, fintech… The financial sector offers numerous opportunities, but also often overlooked realities. Professionals will share their career paths, challenges, and successes to help young talent better understand career options and make informed choices.
Intervenants:
45 min
Conservatory One
Lightning conference
Getting started with investing: profitability vs. security
Conference description
How can you start investing wisely? What are the differences between safe investments and high-yield investments? This conference offers an accessible introduction to the basics of investing, with practical advice for building a balanced portfolio from the very beginning.
Intervenants:
Networking break
15am - 15:15pm45 min
Garden Hall
Lightning conference
Create additional income (side hustle)
Conference description
No longer depending on a single source of income is key to financial resilience. Entrepreneurs and experts will share concrete strategies for developing additional income streams, whether through investments, side projects, or digital opportunities.
Intervenants:
Networking break
16am - 15:17pmDay 2
29 October
45 min
Garden Hall
Panel
Building the financial services of the future
Conference description
Digital banking, fintech, artificial intelligence: the financial industry is undergoing a revolution. Explore the emerging trends, technological innovations, and new models that will shape the financial services of tomorrow.
Intervenants:
45 min
Conservatory One
Panel
Advanced international partnership strategies for businesses Canadian
Conference description
Expanding internationally or collaborating with global partners requires vision, preparation, and strategy. Experts and executives will share their best practices for building strong alliances, mitigating risks, and seizing opportunities in global markets.
Intervenants:
Networking break
10am - 00:10pm45 min
Garden Hall
Table ronde
Raising funds effectively: explore financing models suited to your growth
Conference description
Venture capital, bank loans, grants, crowdfunding… there are plenty of options. This session compares the different financing models, explains their advantages and limitations, and offers guidance on choosing the best solution based on the size and ambitions of your business.
Intervenants:
45 min
Conservatory One
Panel
Tech and finance: mastering the tools to manage your growth
Conference description
From automated management to real-time data tracking, new technologies are transforming how businesses manage their finances. Discover how SMEs and startups can leverage digital solutions to accelerate their growth and optimize their financial performance.
Intervenants:
Networking break
11am - 00:11pm45 min
Garden Hall
Table ronde
Power, leadership and investment: who is shaping the finance of tomorrow? (In English)
Conference description
How are major players – financial institutions, investment funds, visionary entrepreneurs – redefining the rules of the game? What role do inclusive leadership and innovation play in the future of economic governance?
An exchange of perspectives that highlights those who, today, are shaping the finance of tomorrow.
Intervenants:
45 min
Conservatory One
Interactive session
Bitcoin, Ethereum & Co.: how to find your way around and benefit from them?
Intervenants:
Networking break / Lunch break
12am - 00:13pm45 min
Garden Hall
Table ronde
Francophone investment fund: diversifying and seizing new economic opportunities
Conference description
A look at Francophone initiatives in collective investment. Discover how these funds support businesses, foster international partnerships, and open up new opportunities for investors seeking diversification and impact.
Intervenants:
45 min
Conservatory One
Interactive session
Starting a business by acquiring a company
Conference description
Taking over an existing business can be a more accessible and secure path than starting from scratch. This session explores the advantages, challenges, and best practices of entrepreneurship through acquisition, with testimonials from entrepreneurs who have taken the plunge.
Intervenants:
Christine Dikonguè
Founder
Akwā Agency
Networking break
14am - 15:14pm45 min
Garden Hall
Table ronde
Optimize and diversify your asset portfolio
Conference description
From real estate to stock market investments and alternative products, diversification remains a key lever for managing risk. Learn how to build a balanced portfolio capable of withstanding market fluctuations while maximizing your returns.
Intervenants:
Christine Dikonguè
Founder
Akwā Agency
45 min
Garden Hall
Table ronde
Growing your project: from a side hustle to a business
Conference description
Transitioning from a side project to a thriving business is a challenge faced by many entrepreneurs. Learn how to structure your business, secure the right funding, and build a sustainable vision to successfully navigate this crucial transition.
Intervenants:
Arnaud Soupa
Independent CFO Consultant
A. Soupa Consulting Inc.
Networking break
15am - 15:15pm45 min
Garden Hall
Panel
Economic risks and uncertainties: turning challenges into opportunities
Conference description
Inflation, market volatility, geopolitical tensions… these are just some of the factors disrupting the global economy. How can we anticipate these uncertainties and capitalize on them? Experts share their perspectives and strategies for transforming risks into drivers of innovation and growth.
Intervenants:
45 min
Conservatory One
Panel
Investment and export: the keys to internationalization
Conference description
Exporting means growth. But how do you finance and structure this international expansion? This panel highlights the financial tools, support programs, and winning strategies for success in foreign markets.
Intervenants:
Networking cocktail
16am - 15:17pmOur Partners and Sponsors
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Innovative Partners
Entrepreneurship, investment and financial literacy
Education and Youth Partners
Actors in education and the development of the next generation
Summit Partners
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