2026 Labs

Hollie Charlebois

Shauna Saker

Church Engagement & Events Manager, Compassion Canada

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Deeper than Awareness: Actioning God’s Call for Justice.

Room 1

If we’re being real: the term “justice” feels like it is everywhere in our world right now. In some ways, it has become a cultural buzzword and a trendy hashtag: something we are performing, but perhaps not practicing. Something we are passively posting about, but perhaps not pursuing. Here’s the thing: awareness is only as powerful as the action it takes. The justice of God is not a trend or an awareness hashtag: it’s a lifestyle, a calling and a command for our lives as we join His upside-down Kingdom. So what does a Christ follower look like as it pertains to pursuing justice today? What is the model that God gives us throughout Scripture? How can I join a greater movement beyond myself, and radically follow Jesus in His life-changing restoration of the world? Join us as we go deeper with God’s call for justice on our lives by exploring His Word, reflecting on our faith in Him, and practically responding to His transformative invitation.

Jenni Andison

Leanne Cabral

Mother – Author – Speaker – Spiritual Director

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Hearing God: Learning to recognize and respond to God’s voice

Annex

What if…​we could discern the voice of God in our lives with greater clarity and confidence? We could learn how to distinguish the voice of God from all the voices that compete with His still small voice? We could test what we hear to better know the voice of God? Come away with…a Sacred Pathway assessment – giving you insight as to how God has uniquely wired you to commune with Him Practical tips on creating an atmosphere to hear God, along with insight on what might interfere, and a plan to test what is heard and greater confidence and a better understanding of the characteristics of God’s voice.
Chris Vacher

Chris Vacher

Founder of Clearway

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The Next Seat: The Growth You Need Before Your Next Leadership Role

Room 4

Many young leaders feel ready for more responsibility, but they are often being asked to wait. Leaders over them often feel responsible to protect what they have built, and they are cautious about handing over influence too quickly. That creates real tension. You can feel overlooked while they feel pressure to steward wisely. This workshop names that tension without taking sides. It focuses on what you control. How you grow into the kind of leader people trust with more weight. We will identify the growth markers leaders look for before they hand you the next seat, and we will practice specific ways to ask for responsibility, carry it well, and stay anchored when the pace feels slow. You will leave with clear language for what you are experiencing, a simple framework for choosing a healthier leadership posture, and one concrete next step you can take this week to increase your credibility and expand your opportunity.
Lucas Prado

Ethan and Janette Park

Founding Partner at Extract Capital & Palliative Care Nurse

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True Partnership

Auditorium

Ethan and Janette share honestly about dating, marriage, and the journey in between. Drawing from real life and faith—not theory—they talk about building healthy foundations, navigating expectations and conflict, and discerning love with wisdom and intention. This is a practical, candid and interactive conversation for those who are dating, considering marriage, or preparing for what comes next.
Jenni Andison

Chris Tompkins

CEO, Muskoka Woods

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More than Job: Following Jesus in the Marketplace (Lab #1 at 1:30pm)

Theatre

What does it look like to follow Jesus in your everyday work? In this panel-style lab, experienced Christian leaders from a variety of marketplace settings will wrestle with big questions around calling, faith, and work. Through honest stories, down-to-earth wisdom, and tough lessons learned, they’ll explore how to live out your faith authentically – loving God and others well wherever you work. The session includes time for interaction with other young adults and a live Q&A.
HOST: Chris Tompkins (CEO, Muskoka Woods)
Vijay Krishnan (former Marketing Director, Swiss Chalet)
Chrissie Shum (Director, CGI)
Paul Yoon (Founder & CEO Bright Bean)
Anki Huynh (Director Merchant Partnership and Insight)

Jenni Andison

Chris Tompkins

CEO, Muskoka Woods

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Is Ministry for You? Discerning a Call to Christian Vocational Ministry (Lab #2 at 2:45pm)

Theatre

What does it mean to be called into vocational Christian ministry and how do you know if it’s for you? In this panel-style lab, seasoned pastors and ministry leaders will speak honestly about the realities of Christian vocational ministry. They’ll explore why ministry is worth considering, how to begin discerning a call, and what faithfulness and “success” actually look like over the long haul. Through personal stories, practical guidance, and hard-earned insights, the panel will address common questions, doubts, and misconceptions. The session includes time for interaction with other young adults and a live Q&A.
HOST: Chris Tompkins (CEO, Muskoka Woods)
Vijay Krishnan (Lead Pastor, The Well)
Sharon Witton (Lead Pastor, Toronto City Church)
Domenic Ruso (Lead Pastor, 180 Church)
Anki Huynh (Connections Pastor, The Bridge)

Hollie Charlebois

Senait Litchmore

Registered Psychotherapist and Speaker

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Is Our Obsession with Self Costing Our Relationships?

Rec Room

Our culture encourages us to focus inward and prioritize our peace, comfort, and healing. Yet this obsession with self can quietly pull us away from God and from genuine connection. Grounded in Scripture and practical mental-health tools, this session invites participants to examine the walls they’ve built, challenge their assumptions, and rediscover God’s design for authentic, Christ-centered relationships.
Jenni Andison

Katrina Robert

Graphic Designer, Co-Founder of Tapestry Collective

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Revival through the arts: why your God-given creativity matters

Room 17

Discover how partnering with the Holy Spirit can transform your creativity into a powerful expression of God’s glory. With years of experience in the design industry and ministry contexts, Katrina will unpack identity, the importance of staying connected with the Creator, and practical ways to use your creative gifts to point others to Jesus. Come and be encouraged, stepping out of fear and into faith as we pray and offer our gifts to the Lord together.
Jenni Andison

Jenn Krishnan

High School Teacher

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Unstuck & Unhindered (practices to set your soul free)

Room 2

Have you ever felt like you’re going in circles when it comes to your faith? You know in your head that God loves you, but you still struggle with acceptance and anxiety. You know that there is forgiveness in Jesus, but you still battle shame and negative self-talk. You want to trust God in everyday life, but you’re still often paralyzed by fear and insecurity. You want to serve others, but your default is towards self-preservation and selfishness. No matter how many sermons you hear, verses you memorize and prayers you pray, the patterns remain.
Suzy Hodgson

Karmyn Bokma

Worship and Congregational Engagement Pastor at North Burlington Baptist Church

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Interrupted: What a season of crisis, failure and grief taught me about my faith.

Room 3

In this session Karmyn will share candidly and openly about her own journey of leading through crisis and failure and how to keep finding Jesus and loving the church in the midst of it.
Jenni Andison

Tim Teakle

National Alpha Youth Director at Alpha Canada

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(Evangelism) The Art of Intentional Conversation

Room 5

Ever wish faith conversations felt more like a coffee shop chat and less like a high-pressure debate? Join in for an interactive session where we explore how to move beyond “winning arguments” toward building genuine, life-giving connections. We’ll look at practical ways to “set the table” for honest dialogue—creating spaces where people feel safe to ask big questions without feeling like a “project.” By trading religious jargon for authentic heart-to-hearts, we’ll learn how to meet people exactly where they are with empathy and respect. Come discover how to share the hope you have in a way that feels natural, intentional, and like something we all can do!

At Outpour, you’re going to find:

A Christian community that understands where you are in your faith journey and accepts you for you.

It can be easy to look around at other Christians and assume everyone is deep and committed in their faith, but that’s simply not true. You may be excited and on fire for God or you may be wondering if Christianity is actually for you. Outpour has a speaker, a breakout, an artist or a song that will speak to you.

Great speakers, music and artists.

Outpour conference features several keynote speakers, multiple breakout sessions, a top-rated worship time and talented artists throughout the conference. All of this is designed to create an atmosphere where you have the ability to reflect and be open to God’s message for you.

A volunteer team that cares about you.

You have been to an event where the staff clearly have to be there and probably wish they were somewhere else. That’s not the case at Outpour. From the management team organizing the logistics through the people welcoming you at the front door - we’re all volunteers who have one goal: to make your Outpour experience what’s right for you.

Space for reflection

Your faith is personal. It’s yours and it’s part of who you are. At Outpour, there’s space for reflection, both physically and metaphorically. After listening to a compelling speaker, you may need quiet time where you can reflect on your own so we’ve created spaces where you can go and pray or spend time in your own thoughts away from the crowd.
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