CMD+Z is SOLD OUT!
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SOLD OUT!
The world doesn't need more
ordinary ideas.
Creativity depends on the courage to reconsider. CMD+Z is about stepping back, questioning the obvious, and choosing to think again. It’s where better ideas, bolder work, and new possibilities begin.
That's why we created CMD+Z.
The future doesn’t arrive on its own… it’s imagined, shaped, and created by people willing to think differently. CMD+Z is about discovering new ideas, fresh perspectives, and unexpected connections.
This event is for creatives who know that the best idea isn’t always the first one.
Registration is now closed.
Thank you to everyone who supported our debut event!
YQM
Join us in Moncton
Thursday, September 24, 2026
9am-6pm
Aberdeen Cultural Centre
Moncton, NB
One Day. Two Rooms. Fifteen Creative Voices.
CMD+Z moves between big ideas, honest conversations and the kind of creative work you can only understand by getting your hands into it.
Stay in the main room for keynotes, talks, panels and candid conversations about creative careers, personal practice, client work, regional identity, burnout, business and finding your place in a changing industry.
Or step into the breakout room to draw, write, experiment with lettering and see how an experienced designer builds a logo from the first client conversation through to the finished identity.
Choose the sessions that speak to you. Meet people doing interesting work across the region. Leave with new ideas, new connections and a stronger sense of where your own creative practice could go next.
Speakers + Panels + Workshops + More!
More Than a Day of Talks
Registration, coffee, lunch and breaks have been deliberately given room to breathe. You’ll have nearly three hours throughout the day to meet other creatives, compare notes and finally talk to some of the people you’ve been following online for years.
Come for the speakers. Get your hands dirty in a workshop. Meet the creative community you didn’t know was waiting for you.
Who's CMD+Z for?
Designers. Writers. Photographers. Illustrators. Strategists. Filmmakers. Agency teams. In-house creatives. Freelancers. Students. Educators. Or anyone who makes a living through creativity.
CMD+Z is a chance to step outside the day-to-day, challenge what you know, and explore what comes next.
Meet the Speakers
James White
Digital Artist
Aaron Mckenzie Fraser
Photographer
Jon Claytor
Graphic Novelist, Writer, Artist
Gil Flanagan
Creative Director, Designer
Dave Anderson
Media Executive, Sound Designer
Jud Haynes
Designer, Illustrator
Tanya Duffy
Creative Director, Designer
Ashe Green
Creative Director, Designer
Shawn King
Creative Director, Strategist
Josi Brideau
Art Director, Designer, Artist
Kristen De Palma
Illustrator, Muralist
Greg Hemmings
Filmmaker, Storyteller
Seb Thériault
Designer, Illustrator
Joce Saulnier
Designer, Art Director
Kate Wallace
Writer, Storyteller
Accommodations
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While the discounted group rate has ended, our partner hotels still have availability for your conference stay.
Reserve your Seat
Creative Pass:
$399
Student Pass:
$199
Group Rates
Bringing a group of 6 or more?
Use code cmdz+group at checkout to save 10% on your tickets.
CMDZ+GROUP
Save 10%
NOTE: Only applies to 6 or more Creative Passes in a single order.
For special rates for schools/student groups, email hello@creativeunion.club
Our Partners
Shoutout to the incredible partners backing our debut event - we couldn't do this without you!
We proudly recognize the following partners for making student attendance possible:
...and a huge thank you to our gift & prize partners:
Partner Opportunities
Interested in supporting CMD+Z by becoming an event partner? We can't wait to hear from you! Send us an email to get the ball rolling.
679 MAIN ST, SUITE 306 MONCTON, NB CANADA E1C 1E3
HELLO@CREATIVEUNION.CLUB
CMD+Z is hosted by Creative Union, a member-based community club led by group of local creatives on a volunteer basis. Learn more about Creative Union