When and where is CEMA Summit?
CEMA Summit 2026 will take place Sunday, August 9 – Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.  Toronto is one of the world’s most multicultural cities, making it the perfect setting for a global event marketing community to come together. 

What are the registration rates?
Registration costs vary based on your membership type, registration category, and time of purchase. Please refer to the registration rates page for the most up-to-date details.

How do participants register?
To register, you’ll need to create an account with RainFocus, our event registration platform. If you already have an account with CEMA, PCMA, EMA, or ELI, please use the same email address when creating or logging into your RainFocus account.

*For new CEMA members only: Please allow up to 5 business days for your member benefits to update. Additional discounts are not applicable during this processing period.

Who do I contact if I need assistance with registration?
If you are having issues or need to modify or update your registration, please contact events@cemaonline.com for assistance.

How do I reserve my hotel room?
Hotel reservations at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel can be made during the registration process or via the Participant Portal after you complete your registration.  

What are the average temperatures in Toronto in August?
Toronto in August is typically warm and comfortable, with average daytime highs around 77–79°F (25–26°C) and evening lows around 63–64°F (17–18°C).  

We recommend light, breathable clothing for walking between sessions and evening events, plus a layer for air-conditioned indoor spaces.

What is the dress code for this year?
CEMA Summit 2026 keeps the focus on comfort and authenticity—come as you are. Whether that’s polished and professional, casually global-traveler, or uniquely you, there is no formal dress code, but don’t forget your global glam for the opening reception! 

Because indoor spaces can be cool compared to the summer temperatures outside, we suggest bringing a light jacket or sweater; select networking experiences may also include indoor/outdoor components.

Who do I contact for sponsorship opportunities?
For sponsorship and partner opportunities, please contact Brian Mason, VP Strategy & Operations, at brian@cemaonline.com. 

What is the health and safety plan for onsite?
Your well-being is a priority. We will continue to monitor and follow current public health guidance, as well as venue-specific security and safety protocols, to provide a comfortable and secure experience for all participants at CEMA Summit 2026.  

Details about any specific onsite measures will be shared closer to the event on the Summit website and in pre-event communications.

If I have further questions, who can I contact?
For additional questions about CEMA Summit 2026, please contact brian@cemaonline.com.

What if I need to cancel?

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellation of registration must be submitted in writing via email and must be dated on or before 5:00 p.m. Central Time on Friday, July 3, 2026 to receive a refund, less a $150 USD registration cancellation processing fee. 
After Friday, July 3, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Central (Chicago) Time, no refunds will be granted. 

Cancellation for CEMA Summit does not cancel membership dues paid during the registration process. 

SUBSTITUTION POLICY 
Replacement of a registered CEMA Summit attendee by a business colleague/co-worker will be accepted. A $50 USD processing fee will apply to all substitutions if notified in writing by 5:00 p.m. Central Time Friday, August 7, 2026. 

After 5:00 p.m. Central (Chicago) Time on Friday, August 7, 2026, no substitutions will be allowed and all substitution requests will be treated as full cancellations of the original registrant and subject to the cancellation policy. 

If the substitution request is made before 5:00 p.m. Central Time on Friday, August 7, 2026, the original registrant’s registration will be transferred to the new registrant, who must complete registration. Housing reservations must be updated separately. The new registrant must be named in the written notification. If the original registrant was registered as a CEMA member, the new registrant must also be a member or join membership upon registering.