Item - 2025.EC21.5

Tracking Status

This item was considered by Economic and Community Development Committee on June 10, 2025. The Economic and Community Development Committee has referred this item to an official or other body without making a decision. Consult the text of the decision for further information on the referral.

EC21.5 - Sociable Academy and Summit Post-conference Report

Decision Type:: ACTION

Status:: Referred

Wards:: All

Committee Decision

The Economic and Community Development Committee:

1. Referred the Item to the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture for discussion at the Inclusive Economic Development Working Table.

Origin

(May 22, 2025) Letter from Councillor Paul Ainslie

Summary

As the City of Toronto’s designated “Night Economy Champion”, I attended the Sociable Academy and Summit in Sacramento, California from May 7 - 9, 2025

THE SOCIABLE CITY SUMMIT is considered the premier in-person event for learning about social economy management. This annual networking event is described as a unique opportunity to connect with a broad network of leaders advancing innovation in multiple fields — law enforcement, business district management, city planning and economic development, nighttime venue operations, and more.

Organizers said there is no other event which brings together such diverse perspectives on how to create safe, vibrant daylife and nightlife in a city.

Join in sharing tools and promising practices including:

Innovation: Thought leaders share insights in short introductory talks followed with more in-depth workshops.
Sacramento Showcase: The evolution of the Golden 1 Center and its impact on downtown and social economy.
California Showcase: Collaborative advocacy to reform alcohol licensing to meet the demand of development and music.
Breakouts: Technical seminars and case studies.
Trendspotting: Facilitated discussions and brainstorming on a key topic.
Mobile Workshops: Interactive learning experiences in Sacramento.

*See letter dated May 22, 2025 from Councillor Ainslie for tables with more information.

Background Information

(May 22, 2025) Letter from Councillor Paul Ainslie on Sociable Academy and Summit Post-conference Report
https://www.toronto.ca/legdocs/mmis/2025/ec/bgrd/backgroundfile-255658.pdf

Motions

Motion to Refer Item moved by Councillor Alejandra Bravo (Carried)

That the Economic and Community Development Committee:

1. Refer the Item to the General Manager, Economic Development and Culture for discussion at the Inclusive Economic Development Working Table.