| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 7:45 - 8:45 a.m. | Registration and Breakfast |
| 8:45 - 9 a.m. | Opening Remarks & Welcome |
| 9 - 10 a.m. | Keynote Address Doug Stephens, Canadian Retail Futurist |
| 10 - 10:10 a.m. | Break |
| 10:20 - 11:20 a.m. | Project SOMMES Hamilton Police Service, Retail Organized Crime Investigation 2025 |
| 11:20 - 11:30 a.m. | Break |
| 11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Project SOMMES Ontario Ministry of the Attorney General Perspective |
| 12 - 1 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1 - 1:30 p.m. | Organized Retail Crime in Canada: National Trends Retail Council of Canada |
| 1:30 - 1:45 p.m. | Break |
| 1:45 - 2:45 p.m. | Incorporating AI and Criminal Analysis Trends Calgary Police Service |
| 2:45 - 3 p.m. | Break |
| 3 - 3:45 p.m. | Crime Stoppers: Combating Organized Retail Crime Sobeys & Toronto Police Crime Stoppers |
| Evening Networking Reception | |
| 5 - 6 p.m. | Cocktail Reception |
| 6 p.m. | Conference Dinner |
October 6-7, 2026
Retail Organized Crime Conference
Strengthening Partnerships to Address a Growing and Evolving Threat
On behalf of Peel Regional Police, we are pleased to invite you to attend a two-day Retail Organized Crime Conference, a forum bringing together law enforcement and retail partners to strengthen collaboration in response to the growing and evolving threat of retail theft.
By fostering cross‑sector and multi‑jurisdictional collaboration, the conference aims to advance practical solutions, strengthen partnerships, and support coordinated responses to this complex threat. The conference will explore systemic challenges that exist around retail theft including legislation, enforcement, and public safety while highlighting real‑world experiences from those directly affected.
Secure your seat now
Limited Tickets Available
Registration will be available for $279.00 (+HST) for Retailers, Law-Enforcement, and Retail Organized Crime Prevention professionals.
Details
Date: October 6-7, 2026
Location: Hyatt Place Toronto/Mississauga Centre, 5787 Hurontario Street, Mississauga ON L4Z 2H7
Accomodation Options: Individuals could stay at the Hyatt Place Toronto/Mississauga Centre — a special rate of $189.00 per night is provided to individuals attending this conference.
Agenda
Day 1: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Day 2: Wednesday, October 7, 2026
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| 8 – 9 a.m. | Breakfast |
| 9 – 9:10 a.m. | Day One Highlights |
| 9:10 – 9:45 a.m. | General Overview to Provincial Initiatives Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario (CISO) |
| 9:45 – 10 a.m. | Break |
| 10 – 10:30 a.m. | Proving Organized Crime Offences Peel Regional Police Crowns |
| 10:35 – 11:15 a.m. | Adopting New Technologies and Privacy Guidance Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario |
| 11:15 – 11:30 a.m. | Break |
| 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Removing Foreign Nationals Involved in Retail Organized Crime Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) |
| 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. | Coordinating with Law Enforcement: Challenges and Lessons Learned Amazon Canada |
| 2:30 – 2:45 p.m. | Break |
| 2:45 – 3:30 p.m. | Panel Discussion: A Coordinated Response to Organized Retail Crime Axon, Auror, LCBO |
| 3:30 – 3:45 p.m. | Way Forward: Law Enforcement & Retail Partnerships Sobeys & Peel Regional Police |
| 3:45 – 4 p.m. | Concluding Remarks |
Keynote Speaker
Business Futurist | Retail Expert
Doug Stephens
Doug Stephens has been called “the futurist that futurists follow”. As one of the world’s foremost business futurists and retail industry experts, he decodes the forces reshaping commerce and translates them into strategic advantage. As the founder and CEO of Retail Prophet, Stephens is the go-to authority for global brands like IKEA, Nike, Coca Cola, and Louis Vuitton. His dynamic keynotes don't just explore business transformation; they reveal the surprising competitive advantages waiting for organizations bold enough to reimagine their future in this era of unprecedented disruption.
Stephens is an internationally bestselling author of three books on the future of consumerism including his most recent, Resurrecting Retail: The Future of Business in a Post-Pandemic World. He is currently working on his fourth book, The Future of Competitive Advantage: A Business Plan to Save Your Customers, Your Company, and Democracy, to be released in June 2026. Stephens’ insights provide a roadmap for businesses seeking to thrive amid radical shifts in technology, consumer behaviour, and competitive landscapes.
Stephens’ unique perspectives on trends in economics, technology, and consumer behaviour have made him a sought-after voice in leading global publications and media outlets, with features in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Fast Company, and on the BBC and CBC. He also sits on multiple corporate and academic advisory boards, including the David Sobey Centre for Innovation in Retail at St. Mary's University.
As one of the world’s most sought-after business speakers, Stephens offers an ever evolving array of cutting edge and compelling topics, suitable for any business audience.
Key Features of the Conference
- Keynote address on the impact of organized retail theft on community safety and the economy
- Fireside chat, panel discussions featuring retail associations, law enforcement leaders, and other groups
- Law enforcement and retail association perspectives on organized retail crime
- Question and answer opportunities
- Media availability
Hospitality Suite
Get ready for an unforgettable Coast-to-Coast culinary experience!
Join us for a lively Hospitality night celebrating the incredible food, flavours, and spirit of Canada. All food and beverages are included as you make your way across the country through a delicious culinary experience.
Enjoy great music, games and prizes throughout the evening while connecting with colleagues, meeting new people and building valuable professional connections in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Prepare to eat, drink, network and celebrate Canada coast to coast.
One night. One country. One unforgettable journey of food, fun, and connection.
Sponsors
For further information and/or if you have any questions, please reach out to ROCC@peelpolice.ca.
