BCOUG Converge 2026 at Northeastern University – Vancouver BC

Join us for our flagship annual conference — a full day dedicated to the technologies and ideas shaping the future of IT. This is the event our community looks forward to all year: high-energy, hands-on, and packed with insights you can bring back to your team on Monday morning. Who should attend? Whether you're a DBA optimizing mission-critical systems, an IT manager steering technology strategy, a developer building the next generation of applications, or a business analyst bridging tech and business needs — this conference is built for you. What we'll cover: • Databases at Scale — architecture, performance tuning, and managing large, complex data environments • Data Analytics — turning raw data into real business insight • Cybersecurity — protecting your systems and data in an evolving threat landscape • AI & Agentic AI — practical applications and what's coming next • Personal Development — growing your career and leadership skills alongside your technical expertise Why you don't want to miss it: Expect thought-provoking sessions from top speakers and practitioners, real-world case studies, and plenty of opportunities to connect with peers who get what you do. This is more than a conference — it's a full day of inspiration, learning, and community. ☕ Breakfast, snacks, and lunch included — fuel up and stay energized all day long. 📅 Save the date. Bring your questions, your curiosity, and your appetite. Seats are limited — register now to secure your spot! Note that Call for paper is ongoing. Already speakers are returning to our event this year. The final schedule and agenda will be published in August. You will have lots of sessions to choose from as we offer two parallel tracks along the day. If you enjoyed previous years conference, sign-up for this one, as it will be as of equal quality.