About Us

People Powered

Civic Spark is a people-organized gathering created by volunteers from Toronto who believe in building together – across roles, sectors, and lived experience.

We’re designers, developers, public servants, organizers, and community builders who care deeply about how technology, data, and design can serve the public good.

This isn’t a corporate event — it’s a collaborative effort grounded in care, curiosity, and community. We’re here to hold space for real stories, meaningful relationships, and the hard, hopeful work of civic action.

Our Why

We envision a vibrant, people-centered civic ecosystem where communities use technology, organizing, and design to tackle real-world challenges — collaboratively, equitably, and creatively.

For us Civic Spark is a space to:

Spark new relationships, ideas, and actions.
Bridge disciplines and sectors.
Celebrate what’s working, and name what’s not.
Push the civic tech movement forward — with values at the core.

Get Involved

We’re grateful to be working alongside a growing network of community organizations, institutions, and supporters who share our commitment to the public good.

Civic Spark is built by a community of volunteers — and we’re looking for partners, collaborators, and supporters to help bring it to life. Whether you want to shape the program, support the community, or help make it all run smoothly, there’s a role for you.

Become a Sponsor

Support the ecosystem, not just the event.

We’re seeking values-aligned sponsors who believe in community-powered innovation, public good tech, and civic collaboration. Sponsorship helps us keep the event accessible, support grassroots participation, and celebrate 10 years of Civic Tech Toronto.

Want to partner with us? Let’s talk: sponsorship@civic-spark.com

Volunteer with Us

This is a volunteer-powered event — and we’d love your help!

From day-of logistics to helping review sessions, Civic Spark runs on community energy. If you want to lend your time and skills (or just be part of the behind-the-scenes team), we’d love to have you.