Powering our Climate & Energy Economy

11:00 – 11:30 am
Registration & Networking
Start the day by connecting with industry leaders, policymakers, and energy experts.

11:30 – 11:40 am
Welcome & Partner Remarks
Gain insight into the day’s focus with opening remarks and hear from the presenting sponsor on their vision for a sustainable energy future.

• Giles Gherson, President & CEO, Toronto Region Board of Trade
• Guy Cormier, CEO, Desjardins

11:40 am – 12:00 pm
Keynote Address & Fireside Chat

12:00 – 12:45 pm 
Networking Lunch
Share ideas and build valuable connections over a collaborative lunch.

12:45 – 1:20 pm
Panel: Empowering Transmission & Distribution
Learn about the critical infrastructure needed to support energy transition, including regulatory challenges, partnerships, and investment strategies.

• Ramy Azar, VP & Chief Technology Officer, Power & Renewables, Canada, AtkinsRéalis
• Brian Johnson, SVP and General Manager, Enbridge Gas Ontario

1:20 – 1:40 pm
Lightning Talk: Indigenous Clean Economy Partnerships
In this brief but powerful session you will learn how Indigenous businesses are driving clean energy innovations and forging impactful partnerships to accelerate the transition.

• Tabatha Bull, President & CEO – Canadian Council for Indigenous Business

1:40 – 2:15 pm
A Blueprint for Nuclear Refurbishment
Ontario’s nuclear refurbishments offer key lessons for major energy projects in effective procurement, streamlined permitting, and workforce coordination.

2:15 – 3:00 pm
Breakout Sessions
Choose a focused discussion tailored to your interests:

• Hydrogen: Promise or Pipe Dream?
  Examine the feasibility of hydrogen as a clean energy solution for industry and transportation.
  • George Christidis, Interim CEO, Canadian Nuclear Association (CNA)
  • Tracy Teed-Martin, VP, Engineering, Enbridge
• AI Solutions for Grid Management:
  Explore how AI is transforming energy systems to optimize demand and support sustainability.
  • Carolyn Calwell, Chief Corporate Services Officer & General Counsel, OEB

3:00 – 3:30 pm
Networking Break
Take time to recharge and deepen your connections with peers.

3:30 – 4:00 pm
Fireside Chat: Public Views on Energy Policy
Gain insights into Canadians’ views on climate and energy issues and learn how public sentiment shapes policy and business opportunities.

• Tracey Bodnarchuk, CEO, Canada Powered by Women
• Myha Truong-Regan, Head of Climate Research, RBC Climate Action Institute 

4:00 – 4:30 pm
Keynote: Federal Energy Landscape
Understand the Federal government's approach to energy and natural resources, focusing on sustainable growth and economic development.

4:30 – 4:35 pm
Closing Remarks
Wrap up the day with key takeaways and reflections on the discussions.

4:35 – 5:30 pm
Cocktail Reception
End the day with informal networking and continued conversations with attendees and speakers.

5:30 pm
Adjourn
Leave with actionable insights, new connections, and strategies to implement in your work.