Emerging Leaders Summit is a ministry of the Baptist General Conference of Canada, inspired by the 2020 Leadership Summit ministry. Carrying on the mission of equiping the emerging leaders in churches in the BGCC, four days of connecting with God and His people as we dream about what He might do among us and through us in the coming years.

Keynote: Jason Persaud

Jason is the National Director of Church Engagement with Alpha Canada, a global evangelism organization. He oversees an incredible team responsible for training, equipping, and coaching churches, pastors, and leaders nationwide in the Alpha course. He has been in ministry for over 32 years, serving as a pastor, home missionary, and itinerant speaker. 

Jason holds a Master of Arts in Practical Theology and Leadership from Northpoint Bible College and Seminary in Haverhill, MA. He has been married for 20 years to his wife, Kerri, who is a part of the staff team at Hope City Church in Brampton, ON. They have two children, Kaela (18) and Nathan (15).