Showcase your technology. Connect with decision-makers. Grow your business.
The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) connects the companies, innovators and experts driving Canada’s wind, solar and energy storage industries. Exhibiting at a CanREA event places your company—large or small—at the centre of Canada’s renewable operations and maintenance (O&M) network.
Upcoming opportunity
CanREA Operators Summit 2026
February 11–12, 2026 Delta Hotel Toronto Airport and Conference Centre
Join more than 300 renewable energy professionals at CanREA’s national Operators Summit, the largest Canadian event focused on the operations and maintenance of Canadian renewable energy and energy storage sites.
Experience two days of learning, collaboration and innovation then explore the exhibition floor to see the technologies and services transforming renewable operations across Canada.
Exhibiting at a CanREA event is a strategic opportunity to reach your market, strengthen your brand and generate meaningful business leads.
Reach your target audience
Meet renewable energy operators, asset owners, utilities, developers, suppliers and service providers looking for solutions and partnerships.
Showcase your expertise
Demonstrate your technologies, products and services directly to decision-makers shaping Canada’s clean energy transition.
Build relationships
Engage face-to-face with clients, partners and policy influencers in a focused, high-value setting.
Amplify your brand
Increase visibility through CanREA’s national LinkedIn exhibitor highlights, professional event photography and video, and post-event promotion reaching thousands of professionals across the sector.
“The Operators Summit was exceptionally well-organized, and I gained a lot of valuable insights from the experience. As an exhibitor, I appreciated the seamless coordination and the opportunities to connect with such an engaged audience.”
Interested in becoming a sponsor instead? Sponsoring at select levels includes valuable benefits such as discounted rates and a complimentary exhibition booth.
Who should exhibit?
CanREA exhibitions attract a wide range of companies across the renewable energy value chain:
Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMS) and component manufacturers providing wind, solar and storage technologies
Operations, maintenance and inspection specialists (mechanical, electrical and blade services)
Engineering, construction and field service providers supporting renewable energy infrastructure
Digital analytics, automation and asset management firms
Industrial suppliers offering safety equipment, tools, gear and lubricants
Training and workforce development organizations focused on safety and certification
Whether you’re a global company or a specialized service provider, exhibiting with CanREA puts your brand in the spotlight. See examples of past exhibitors:
Upcoming CanREA 2026 Events
CanREA 2026 calendar of events at a glance
CanREA is thrilled to announce our 2026 calendar of national and regional events, ranging from specialized conferences to popular networking receptions, a golf tournament and more. We hope you will join us to connect with many of the country’s top innovators, business leaders and industry influencers with an interest in growing the wind energy, solar and energy-storage sectors across Canada. Mark your calendar today!
Registration for each event will launch periodically through the year.Subscribe to “Watt’s On,” CanREA’s monthly events newsletter, to stay informed.
Energy Storage Alberta—CanREA Summit: Calgary, April 16
CanREA Connects—Alberta: Calgary, April 16
MAY:
CanREA Connects—British Columbia: Vancouver, May 14
Renewable Energy Quebec—A CanREA Summit : Montréal, May 21 (event presented in French.Simultaneous interpretation available.)
CanREA Connects—Quebec: Montréal, May 21
CanREA Connects—Atlantic Canada: (Date and city to be confirmed)
JUNE:
Clean Power Finance Canada—CanREA Summit: Toronto, June 23
CanREA Connects—Ontario: Toronto, June 23
JULY:
CanREA Golf Tournament—Alberta: Calgary, July 15
OCTOBER:
Electricity Transition Canada: Toronto, October 19-21
NOVEMBER (dates to be confirmed) :
CanREA Connects—Alberta: Calgary
CanREA Connects—Quebec: Montréal
CanREA Connects—Atlantic Canada: Halifax
CanREA Connects—British Columbia: Vancouver
CanREA Connects—Manitoba: Winnipeg
Sponsorship opportunities
Stand out from the crowd! Sponsorship opportunities are available for various CanREA events. Please contact Julie Mair, CanREA’s Director of Membership and Business Development, to discuss your options.
CanREA’s Operators Summit returns for its sixth annual edition at the Delta Hotel, Airport & Conference Centre, in Toronto.
As Canada’s largest conference and exhibition dedicated to the operations and maintenance of renewable energy and energy storage, it will bring together more than 300 professionals for two days of knowledge sharing, innovation and networking.
What to expect:
More than 300 industry professionals from across the renewable energy landscape
Discover the latest products, technologies and services from leading exhibitors
Targeted networking with key decision-makers and innovators in wind, solar and energy storage
Workforce development sessions addressing the need for skilled professionals in the sector
The theme—“Coming of Age”—highlights how the Canadian renewable energy and energy storage industry has matured, with assets at every stage of operation and a proven track record as a low-cost, reliable partner for the Canadian economy.
The 2026 Operators Summit will explore a variety of topics on lifecycle management for aging infrastructure, through the lens of the skilled operators who manage, service and maintain wind, solar and storage assets.
Get noticed at CanREA’s Operators Summit!
Elevate your brand by becoming a sponsor or exhibitor at this influential event. Showcase your products and services to a targeted audience of industry leaders, decision-makers and innovators.
As a sponsor, you’ll demonstrate your company’s commitment to the renewable energy sector’s growth.
Sponsorship benefits include:
Prominent branding before, during and after the event
Exclusive access to keynote speakers, panel discussions and industry leaders
Networking opportunities with top professionals and decision-makers in the renewable energy sector
As an exhibitor, you’ll have the unique opportunity to highlight your solutions and position your brand as an industry leader.
Exhibitor benefits include:
A dedicated exhibition space to showcase your company’s offerings
Access to an audience of highly engaged professionals eager to discover new solutions
Opportunities to engage with potential clients, partners and collaborators
“The Operators Summit was exceptionally well-organized, and I gained a lot of valuable insights from the experience. As an exhibitor, I appreciated the seamless coordination and the opportunities to connect with such an engaged audience.”
This is your chance to gain exclusive insights from industry leaders and deepen your expertise in wind, solar and energy storage technologies. The event offers:
High-level technical sessions on wind, solar and emerging energy storage technologies
Health & safety sessions focused on safe and sustainable energy best practices
Workforce development and operational excellence workshops
Specialized networking events designed to connect you with the right people for your projects
Practical insights into community engagement, regulatory challenges and project financing
Renewable energy insurance claims: A deep dive into coverage, risk and lessons learned
Webinar presented by HUB International November 12, 2025
As Canada’s renewable energy sector expands, so too does the complexity of managing risk. From construction to operations, wind, solar and battery energy storage projects face exposures that can lead to significant insurance claims.
CanREA hosted an important insurance webinar for our members, presented by HUB International where Shawn Burnett (Executive General Adjuster, McLarens), Lisa Asbreuk (Business and Energy Law Partner, Cunningham Swan LLP) and Eric Howie (Vice President, HUB International) discussed the evolving claims of landscape in renewable energy.
Drawing on real-world case studies, the panel explored common causes of loss, the role of policy wording and contract language, and how claims are resolved—both successfully and unsuccessfully. Participants gained insights into what went wrong, how disputes were shaped and what could have been done differently.
Speakers
Eric Howie Vice President, Complex Risk HUB International
Eric Howie is Vice President of HUB International’s Complex Risk Division in Vancouver, BC. With 15 years of experience in insurance, engineering and risk mitigation, he helps clients in the renewable energy and mining sectors optimize insurance programs and manage risk. Previously, he was a Risk Consultant Engineer at FM Global and a Structural Engineer at Klohn Crippen Berger, specializing in hydroelectric infrastructure, dams and bridges. His expertise includes insurance program development, risk assessment and risk mitigation.
Shawn Burnett Executive General Adjuster McLarens
Shawn Burnett is an Executive General Adjuster at McLarens with more than 25 years of experience in commercial and industrial risk. He began his career with Adjusters Canada (later Crawford & Company) and co-owned an emergency services and construction company, gaining knowledge of construction law and building codes. In 2010, he co-founded MGB Claims Consultants, a specialized adjusting firm. Shawn’s expertise includes property, energy, construction, liability and power generation risk management.
Lisa Asbreuk Business & Energy Law Partner Cunningham Swan LLP
Lisa is a business and energy law Partner at Cunningham Swan LLP and a member of the Board of Directors for the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA). Lisa provides advice to clients on corporate commercial transactions and Ontario and Alberta energy sector matters. Lisa studied at the University of Ottawa before pursuing her L.L.B and Certificate in Energy and Environmental Law from Dalhousie University.
CanREA Connects—Atlantic Canada
December 1, 2025, 5 to 7 p.m. Stewart McKelvey 1741 Lower Water Street, Suite 600, Halifax, Nova Scotia (B3J 0J2)
The CanREA Connects—Atlantic Canada fall networking reception offers a valuable opportunity to connect with professionals shaping the region’s renewable energy future.
As Atlantic Canada advances its clean electricity transition, this event provides the perfect setting to engage with industry leaders, exchange insights and explore opportunities in wind, solar and energy storage. Join us in Halifax to build meaningful connections with those dedicated to driving clean energy and energy storage growth across the region.
Position your brand as a networking sponsor at CanREA Connects and engage with top industry leaders driving wind, solar and energy storage innovations across Canada.
December 4, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. Deloitte 410 West Georgia Street, 23rd Floor, Vancouver BC (V6B 1Z3)
The CanREA Connects—British Columbia fall networking reception in Vancouver is your chance to connect with the key players in British Columbia’s renewable energy sector.
As the province advances its clean energy transition, this event is the perfect place to engage with industry leaders, exchange insights and explore solutions in wind, solar and energy storage. It’s an ideal setting for networking with those dedicated to expanding clean energy in B.C. while discussing the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Position your brand as a networking sponsor at CanREA Connects and engage with top industry leaders driving wind, solar and energy storage innovations across Canada.
More than 150 leaders from Quebec’s renewable energy and energy storage sector gathered in Montreal for an evening of networking, sector dialogue and business meetings with influential industry players.
Highlights from special speakers included:
Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, who emphasised that the federal budget includes structural measures for the entire renewable energy ecosystem, including municipalities and Indigenous communities. These investments represent a major step forward for energy deployment in the coming years and for the Canadian economy.
Mr. Louis-Charles Thouin, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy, reaffirmed the Quebec government’s commitment to significantly increase renewable energy production. He also highlighted the importance of improving flexibility, efficiency, and productivity in project delivery, while maintaining rigorous processes.
Caption: From left to right: Imran Noorani (CanREA); Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources; Louis-Charles Thouin, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy; Jean Habel (CanREA); and Martin Robitaille (National Bank).
Over light refreshments, participants mingled with CanREA members, developers, suppliers, municipal representatives, community leaders and industry experts. CanREA was also pleased to welcome William Shemie, a new member of the CanREA Board of Directors.
Quebec Member Network Meeting
Earlier in the day, CanREA held a meeting with its Quebec member network, bringing together committed companies from across the province. At this meeting, CanREA announced the new 2025-2026 Quebec steering committee, composed of Stéphane Desdunes, William Shemie, Sabrina Harbec, Simon Bélanger, Samuel Gervais, Denis Legallais and Marie-Pierre Morel.
This committee reflects the strength, commitment and dynamism of a network that is essential to advancing political discussions and developing the market in Quebec.
A collective effort for Quebec’s energy future
CanREA warmly thanks everyone who attended for their active and constructive participation. The evening provided an opportunity to advance discussions on the future of wind, solar and energy storage in Quebec, while strengthening ties between the organizations shaping the province’s energy development.
We invite everyone to consult our events calendar to find out about upcoming CanREA events.
Thank you to our sponsors:
CanREA Connects—Alberta
November 6, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. Hyatt Regency Calgary 700 Centre Street SE, Calgary, Alberta (T2G 5P6)
The CanREA Connects—Alberta fall networking reception brought together more than 100 professionals driving the province’s renewable energy future.
The event fostered meaningful dialogue on the evolving policy landscape, market opportunities and challenges shaping Alberta’s energy transition. Attendees connected directly with industry leaders, CanREA members and key stakeholders working to advance wind, solar and energy storage across the province.
It was an engaging and insightful evening that showcased the strength of CanREA’s member network and CanREA’s active role in shaping Alberta’s renewable energy and energy storage future.
Thank you to our sponsors:
Launch—Canada’s Renewable Energy Market Outlook 2025: Wind. Solar. Storage.
Webinar presented by CanREA and Dunsky Energy + Climate Advisors September 16, 2025, 1-2 p.m. ET
Canadian Renewable Energy Association and Dunsky Energy + Climate Advisors presented a free, one-hour webinar previewing the new, now available, report,Canada’s Renewable Energy Market Outlook 2025: Wind. Solar. Storage. This report provides essential, Canada-specific intelligence on wind, solar and energy storage, covering the latest deployment and policy updates, cost forecasts (CAPEX, OPEX, LCOE and PPA pricing), projected market growth, economic and environmental impacts, and national as well as regional insights across BC, Alberta, Ontario, Québec and Atlantic Canada. With electricity demand rising and policy frameworks evolving, this analysis is a critical resource for industry, investors, utilities and policymakers.
Leonard Kula Vice President of Policy—Eastern Canada and Utility Affairs, CanREA
As CanREA’s Vice President of Policy—Eastern Canada and Utility Affairs, Leonard Kula leads CanREA’s policy development and government relations team in Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada, as well as oversees the Operators Program, the Behind-the-Meter (BTM) Program and CanREA’s Utility GRID Program. Leonard was previously the Chief Operating Officer at Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator where he was responsible for real-time market and system operations, power system engineering functions, generation resource procurement, transmission and resource planning, and market development. Leonard holds an MBA (York University), as well as a MASc (University of Waterloo) and a BSc (University of Calgary) in Mechanical Engineering. He is based near Toronto.
Ahmed Hanafy Partner, Dunsky Energy + ClimateAdvisors
Ahmed Hanafy is a Partner at Dunsky where he supports utilities, power producers, governments and other actors across North America with their efforts to accelerate and navigate the energy transition. Combining deep technical knowledge with strategic foresight, Ahmed has guided numerous clients through the critical intersections of technical, policy, regulatory and strategic issues within the evolving electricity sector. Drawing on expertise in renewable energy, energy storage, Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and other emerging technologies, his work informs and shapes clients’ corporate strategy, system planning, project development and policy/regulatory initiatives. In addition to leading and contributing hundreds of mandates at Dunsky, his expertise is built on prior experiences working on emerging utility business models, renewable energy policy, energy markets and other related issues. Ahmed holds a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and an MBA from McGill University (Canada) as well as a master’s degree in energy science from ETH Zurich (Switzerland).
CanREA Golf Tournament—Alberta
July 16, 2025 Blue Devil Golf Course Calgary, AB
CanREA hosted another successful installment of its Golf Tournament Series on July 16, 2025, at the Blue Devil Golf Course in Alberta. This event highlighted CanREA’s efforts to foster collaboration and networking within Alberta’s renewable energy sector.
Nearly 140 industry leaders, professionals and enthusiasts from across Alberta’s renewable energy and energy storage landscape, and beyond, converged on the course for a day filled with camaraderie (and a little competition).
Representatives from CanREA member companies, as well as key stakeholders in the renewable energy industry, seized the opportunity to strengthen existing relationships and forge new partnerships amidst the greenery of the golf course.
A special word of appreciation to our Sponsors—Goldwind, NES Fircroft, Panedell, Firefly, PCL, MLT Aikins, Spark Power, Recon Metal, Prairie Sky.
Congrats to all of our day’s award-winning individuals and teams for their outstanding performances and memorable moments on the course.
CanREA wishes to thank all our sponsors, participants and everyone who contributed to making this event a success.
