CanREA Connects—Ontario fall networking reception

November 27, 2024
Radisson Blu Toronto

CanREA’s Ontario fall networking reception was a resounding success, bringing together 140 key players from the renewable energy sector in Toronto.  

This Connects event, facilitated by Eric Muller, Director of Ontario at CanREA, offered a dynamic platform for networking, learning, and collaboration, with support from Networking Sponsors EDF Renewables, LCAB, and CIBC, and Health and Safety Sponsor Enbridge.

Participants engaging in discussions at the Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown. 

The event welcomed a diverse group of industry professionals, senior executives and decision-makers, fostering valuable connections within Ontario’s renewable energy sector.  

Advancing Ontario’s clean-energy future

CanREA’s mission to lead the transition to a modern, clean energy system was highlighted throughout the event. Guests gained a deeper understanding of how CanREA is advocating for wind, solar and energy storage solutions to deliver clean, reliable and low-cost energy across Ontario, and across the country.  

The event also fostered discussions about emerging local projects and investment opportunities, offering valuable insights into the local energy market and regulatory landscape in Ontario. 

Thank you to our sponsors and attendees

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to LCAB, CIBC, and EDF Renewables for their generous sponsorships, as well as to Enbridge for their support as the Health and Safety Sponsor. Your involvement and dedication were key to the success of this event, and your participation is crucial in shaping the future of renewable energy in Ontario and beyond. 

From L to R: The LCAB team, Stuart Hurst and Etienne Lecompte, alongside Vittoria Bellissimo (CEO and President, CanREA), Eric Muller (Director of Ontario, CanREA) and Wesley Johnston (VP of Business Development, Finance and Operations, CanREA).
From L to Right: Darrell Swan from EDF Renewables team, delighted to contribute as a networking sponsor, Vittoria Bellissimo (CEO and President, CanREA), Toby Shepherd (EDF Renewables) and Wesley Johnston (VP of Business Development, Finance and Operations, CanREA).
From L to R: Vittoria Bellissimo (CEO and President, CanREA), Paul Luukkonen from the Enbridge team, proud Health and Safety Sponsor of the event, and Wesley Johnston (VP of Business Development, Finance and Operations, CanREA). 
Eric Muller (Director, Ontario, CanREA) and guests engaging in discussions around renewable energy development.

Stay tuned for more events and future opportunities to connect with the CanREA community. 

The CanREA team at the Connects Ontario event, united in advancing Ontario’s renewable energy future.

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