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Electricity Transformation Canada 2024

Oct 21-23, 2024 
Calgary, Alberta 

Thank you to all CanREA members, partners and supporters who helped make Electricity Transformation Canada (ETC) 2024 a success in Calgary, Alberta.  

Canada’s largest and most influential renewable energy and clean technology event attracted more than 2,600 attendees from across North America, with 125 expert speakers delivering plenaries and educational sessions, more than 150 cutting-edge exhibitors populating in the expo hall, and multiple networking events allowing everyone to connect in person, making it the largest edition yet. 

ETC 2024 showcased technology solutions from distributors, engineers, investors, installers and manufacturers, while also presenting policy progress, success stories and challenges on the pathway to net-zero. The event aimed to inspire attendees and allow renewable-energy and energy-storage leaders to network, collaborate and move the industry forward. 

Grand Opening

Electricity Transformation Canada kicked off with impactful opening remarks from Vittoria Bellissimo, President and CEO of CanREA, and CanREA Board Chair Jason Chee-Aloy (Power Advisory LLC), as well as an infuential keynote address by Guy Lonechild of the First Nations Power Authority.

The opening plenary, “Word to the Wise: Insights from Canada’s Clean Energy Leaders,” was expertly moderated by Emma Graney from The Globe and Mail, with valuable insights from speakers Matthew Akman of Enbridge, Ben Greenhouse from Potentia Renewables and Tristan Grimbert of EDF Renewables North America.  

The evening concluded with a lively Welcome Reception, where over 600 attendees gathered to network, share insights and build connections in the clean energy sector.

US election outlook and manufacturing

One of the highlights of Electricity Transformation Canada this year was the insightful Day Two Keynote remarks delivered by Stacy J. Ettinger from the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), focusing on the U.S. election outlook and its implications for renewable energy and storage.  

Following the keynote, attendees engaged in a compelling plenary session titled “Small World: Leading Manufacturers on the Challenges of Supplying the Canadian Market.” This session provided valuable perspectives on the complexities and opportunities facing manufacturers in the Canadian renewable energy sector.  

Exhibit Hall

The pulse point of Electricity Transformation Canada was the Exhibit Hall, featuring more than 150 exhibitors and fascinating presentations in the show floor theatres. 

ETC’s exhibitors included distributors, engineers, investors, installers and manufacturers, who showcased innovative technology solutions for renewable energy and clean tech.

CanREA Booth

CanREA’s full team was on hand at ETC. Team members engaged with ETC attendees at the CanREA booth, stressing the importance of member participation in shaping the future of the organization, serving as a voting station for the Board of Directors election, and sharing information about upcoming CanREA events, designed to foster networking and knowledge sharing among industry professionals.

Keynote Insights and Utility Perspectives

The third day of Electricity Transformation Canada commenced with impactful keynote remarks from Philippe Dunsky, President of Dunsky Energy + Climate Advisors, focusing on “Electricity: Canada’s Growth Agenda.”

This keynote was followed by an engaging plenary session titled “Power Players: Insights from Canada’s Top Utilities and System Operators.” Attendees gained valuable insights from prominent speakers, including Lesley Gallinger and Aaron Engen from the AESO, and Jana Mosley from Toronto Hydro. The session highlighted the critical roles utilities and system operators play in advancing Canada’s clean energy transition. 

Meet the Policy Team

As per ETC tradition, CanREA’s policy experts took the stage to share insights into their advocacy priorities, focusing on the acceleration of wind, solar and energy storage deployment across Canada.

Procurement Calendar

Also, at ETC CanREA unveiled a new clean-energy procurement calendar, a central resource for wind, solar and energy storage procurement opportunities across Canada. The beta version of this calendar, launched in mid-October 2024, contains more than 10,000 MW of procurements, currently either underway, being procured, or being planned. This represents more than $20B in investment. 

See you next year!

All told, Electricity Transformation Canada 2024 was more than just a conference; it was a platform for change, a commitment to collaboration and a celebration of a common commitment.  

As the conference came to an end, it left speakers, exhibitors, attendees and partners inspired to keep building a cleaner, more sustainable energy system across Canada.  

Don’t miss out next year, when ETC 2025 will be held October 6 to 8 at the Enercare Center in Toronto, Ontario. For more information, visit the ETC website.

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CanREA Connects—Alberta

June 5, 2024
Calgary Marriott Downtown

A very successful CanREA Connects—Alberta was held on June 5, 2024, in Calgary, Alberta.

The spring networking reception, hosted by CanREA member and Event Sponsor Prairie Sky, brought together more than 160 of the province’s leading minds, business leaders and influencers, focused on progressing the wind energy, solar energy and energy-storage sector in Alberta.

PHOTO: Attendees had the opportunity to network and engage with key figures in Alberta’s renewable energy and energy storage field.
PHOTO: Attendees engage in lively discussions at the CanREA Connects networking reception on the Marriott rooftop.

Thanks to all who lent their passion, expertise, and support to make the spring 2024 edition of CanREA Connects—Alberta an unforgettable success!

Our next CanREA Connects event in the spring 2024 series is in Toronto on June 19. Register now!

View the entire year of CanREA events here.

Thank you to our sponsor

A special thanks to our event sponsor, Prairie Sky, for their support and contribution.

PHOTO: From left to right: Jeff Sterzuk (President, Prairie Sky), Vittoria Bellissimo (President & CEO, CanREA), Wesley Johnston (VP of Business Development, Finance and Operations, CanREA) and Whitney Issik (Senior Strategy Advisor, Prairie Sky).

Sponsorship opportunities – stand out from the crowd

Sponsorship opportunities are available for CanREA Networking events. Please contact Julie Mair, CanREA’s Director, Membership and Business Development, to discuss interesting ways you can stand out from the crowd as a sponsor and showcase your company as a leader in the industry.

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News Release | December 10, 2024

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STATEMENT—December 10, 2024: CanREA is concerned that the latest round of changes to Alberta’s electricity sector are punitive to renewable energy and energy storage. They will add undue costs for existing assets, putting them at risk. CanREA breaks down several issues with the Ministry of Affordability and Utilities letter to the AESO.

STATEMENT: Climate Action Plan a big advantage for Edmontonians  

News Release | October 31, 2024

STATEMENT: Climate Action Plan a big advantage for Edmontonians  

STATEMENT (October 2024): CanREA welcomes the City of Edmonton’s Climate Resilience Planning and Development Action Plan, which will help ensure energy resilience, encourage onsite solar and storage, and support electrification as a key part of the energy transition. Read our full statement here.

CanREA Connects—Ontario

June 19, 2024
Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown

On June 19, 2024, leaders from Ontario’s renewable energy and energy storage industry gathered on the rooftop patio at the Radisson Blu Toronto Downtown for CanREA Connects—Ontario, our highly anticipated annual “Summer Solstice” networking reception. 

The event provided a vibrant platform for nearly 250 movers and shakers in Ontario’s renewable energy and energy storage sector to connect, collaborate and discuss future opportunities.  

Many of the attendees used this occasion to foster connections made at the Clean Power Finance Canada Summit held earlier that day. For details on that event, see the recap photo album here.

Attendees engaged in lively discussions, fostering relationships that drive innovation and growth within Canada’s renewable energy and energy storage landscape.  

Thank you to all who joined us in supporting CanREA’s mission and making this year’s “Summer Solstice” networking reception a resounding success. See you next year! 

View the entire year of CanREA events here.

Thank you to our sponsors

A special thanks to our event sponsors Goldwind and Renewable Risk Consulting, whose support was instrumental in ensuring the success of this event. 

PHOTO:  Representatives of Event Sponsor Goldwind alongside CanREA staff. From left to right: Wesley Johnston (CanREA), Grant Qualley and Lauren La Marche (Goldwind).
PHOTO: Representatives of Event Sponsor Renewable Risk Consulting alongside CanREA staff. From left to right: Jen Aitchison (Renewable Risk Consulting) and Wesley Johnston (CanREA).

Sponsorship opportunities – stand out from the crowd

Sponsorship opportunities are available for other CanREA events. Please contact Julie Mair, CanREA’s Director, Membership and Business Development, to discuss interesting ways you can stand out from the crowd as a sponsor and showcase your company as a leader in the industry.

Energy Storage Alberta – CanREA Summit

June 5, 2024,
Calgary Marriott Downtown

On June 5, 2024, the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) hosted its inaugural Energy Storage Alberta—CanREA Summit in downtown Calgary, bringing together nearly 200 industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss the pivotal role of energy storage in Alberta’s evolving energy landscape.  

PHOTO: Nearly 200 people attended the sold-out “Energy Storage Alberta—CanREA Summit” on June 5, 2024. 

The Summit provided in-depth insights into Alberta’s Restructured Energy Market (RES) and showcased innovative solutions and opportunities for energy storage in the region. 

PHOTO: Attendees networked and exchanged ideas at Energy Storage Alberta. At the heart of the discussions lay a recognition of the transformative potential of energy storage solutions within Alberta’s energy ecosystem.  

Against the backdrop of sweeping policy reforms and market dynamics in Alberta, attendees were privy to invaluable insights on energy storage from expert speakers during the full-day industry conference. 

PHOTO: It was standing room only at the CanREA’s Energy Storage Alberta Summit. 

Vittoria Bellissimo, President and CEO of CanREA, kicked off the summit with a warm welcome, setting the stage for the day’s discussions and emphasizing the importance of energy storage in Alberta’s future energy strategy. 

PHOTO: CanREA President and CEO Vittoria Bellissimo delivering her opening remarks at Energy Storage Alberta. 

Nathan Neudorf, Alberta’s Minister of Affordability and Utilities, delivered the keynote address, highlighting the provincial government’s ongoing exploration of energy storage solutions. 

PHOTO: Minister Nathan Neudorf addresses the role of energy storage in Alberta’s energy market. 

The Summit also presented valuable networking opportunities for attendees, who were able to discuss the future of energy storage in Alberta while making valuable new connections.  

PHOTO: Attendees networked while enjoying the sunny patio at Energy Storage Alberta—CanREA Summit. 

The opening plenary session was moderated by Emma Graney. She was joined by Elias Soto and Nicole LeBlanc. Together, they explored the future of Alberta’s electricity market and the critical need for energy storage, discussing market reforms, regulatory changes, and the strategic importance of storage solutions. 

PHOTO: From left to right: Moderator Emma Graney (The Globe and Mail) and panelists Nicole LeBlanc (AESO) and Elias Soto (Similan Consulting) discuss the future of Alberta’s electricity market. 

In the first session, titled “Recipe for Reliability: Energy Storage in Alberta,” the discussion focused on how energy storage can enhance the reliability of Alberta’s grid, addressing challenges identified in the AESO’s 2023 Reliability Requirements Roadmap. Panelists shared insights into the various reliability solutions that energy storage can provide, such as ancillary services, frequency regulation, ramping support, voltage support, and black start capabilities. 

PHOTO: From left to right: Panelists Ata Rehman (AESO), Benoit Pinot de Villechenon (Neoen), Jeremy Barretto (Cassels), Megan Gill (Alberta Direct Connect Consumer Association), and Mike Schoenenberger (Enfinite) discussing the reliability solutions provided by energy storage in Alberta. 

Next was a session on “Revolutionizing the Grid: The Potential of Energy Storage for Wires in Alberta,” which outlined the new rules and potential benefits of energy storage for distribution and transmission utilities following the proclamation of The Electricity Statutes Amendment Act, 2022 (formerly Bill 22). The panelists provided examples of successful implementations and discussed how utilities can leverage storage to reduce wires costs for customers. 

PHOTO: From left to right: Jessica Kennedy (Bennett Jones LLP), Nicole Spears (Alberta Ministry of Affordability and Utilities), Cayla Saby (AltaLink, L.P.), and Sascha D’Souza (FortisAlberta) discussing the new rules and benefits of energy storage for Alberta’s utilities.

The third panel, on “Arbitraging the Market: Energy Storage Market Opportunities in Alberta,” convened industry leaders who explored the transformative potential of energy storage solutions within Alberta’s energy sector. Led by Carissa Browning, the session provided a comprehensive overview of the Demand Opportunity Service (DOS) tariff and its implications for energy storage facilities. Esteemed panelists, including Akira Yamamoto, Tory Whiteside, Colette Chekerda, and Nizar Yousef, shared invaluable insights on leveraging energy storage to mitigate market volatility and optimize renewable resources.  

PHOTO: From left to right: Carissa Browning (EnerNext Partners), Colette Chekerda (Carmal Energy Advisors Inc.), Akira Yamamoto (TransAlta Corporation), Tory Whiteside (ATCOenergy), and Nizar Yousef (Northland Power) discussing market opportunities and the DOS tariff for energy storage in Alberta.

The final session of the Summit, “Beyond the Battery: Innovative Energy Storage Technologies,” showcased the evolution of energy storage beyond conventional lithium-ion batteries. Moderator, Sara Hastings-Simon from the University of Calgary, and panelists Sarah Griffiths, Chris Owttrim, and Shaun Andrews, presented their pioneering energy storage solutions. Attendees were treated to an exclusive glimpse into the future of energy storage development, from long-duration storage to novel battery chemistries. 

PHOTO: From left to right: Sara Hastings-Simon (University of Calgary), Chris Owttrim (Emissions Reductions Alberta), Sarah Griffiths (HydroStor), and Shaun Andrews (TERIC Power) presenting innovative energy storage technologies.

The Energy Storage Alberta—CanREA Summit provided valuable insights into the future of energy storage in Alberta. Attendees gained a deeper understanding of the market changes, opportunities, and technological advancements that will drive Alberta towards a more reliable energy future. 

The Summit also showcased a diverse array of case studies, illuminating the real-world impact of energy storage projects across Alberta. From enhancing grid reliability to unlocking new revenue streams, these success stories underscored the pivotal role of energy storage in driving tangible outcomes within Alberta’s energy transition. 

The Alberta Energy Storage Summit was also the perfect prelude to CanREA’s networking reception, CanREA Connects—Alberta. See the event recap and photo album here. 

Looking to attend a future CanREA event? Check out our full calendar of upcoming events here. 

Thank you to our sponsors

A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors for their generous support in making CanREA’s event a resounding success: Silver Sponsors Enfinite and Northland Power, and Bronze Sponsors ATCOenergy and Bennett Jones.  

PHOTO: Representatives from Silver Sponsor, Enfinite, alongside CanREA staff.
PHOTO: From left to right: Carlos Sabillon from Silver Sponsor Northland Power, CanREA’s Kelly Hall, Membership Sales Manager, and Rahim Rawji, Northland Power.
PHOTO: Representatives from bronze sponsor, ATCOEnergy, alongide CanREA staff. 
PHOTO: Caption: From left to right: Ashlee Pallotta and Kelly Hall, representing CanREA, alongside Jessica Kennedy from Bennett Jones and Wesley Johnston, CanREA. 

Sponsorship opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities are available for CanREA events. Please view the sponsorship webpage here and contact Julie Mair, CanREA’s Director, Membership and Business Development, to discuss interesting ways you can stand out from the crowd as a sponsor and showcase your company as a leader in the industry. 

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STATEMENT: Climate Action Plan a big advantage for Edmontonians  

News Release | October 31, 2024

STATEMENT: Climate Action Plan a big advantage for Edmontonians  

STATEMENT (October 2024): CanREA welcomes the City of Edmonton’s Climate Resilience Planning and Development Action Plan, which will help ensure energy resilience, encourage onsite solar and storage, and support electrification as a key part of the energy transition. Read our full statement here.

Clean Power Finance Canada– CanREA Summit

June 19, 2024
CIBC Square, Toronto, Ontario

On June 19, 2024, the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) hosted the Clean Power Finance Canada—CanREA Summit at the CIBC Square in downtown Toronto. The event brought together nearly 140 people interested in hearing from clean power industry leaders and investment experts on the financial side of Canada’s renewable energy and energy storage industry. 

PHOTO: Nearly 140 people attended the Clean Power Finance Canada—CanREA Summit in Toronto on June 19, 2024. 

This CanREA Summit provided comprehensive insights into the financial landscape of Canada’s clean energy market, featuring discussions on investment opportunities, risk management, revenue streams, and innovative technologies. Attendees gained valuable knowledge on how to navigate the evolving clean energy sector. 

PHOTO: Clean Power Finance Canada—CanREA Summit was a prime networking opportunity bringing together people from both the clean power and investment industries.

To set the stage for the day’s discussions, Vittoria Bellissimo (President and CEO of CanREA) and James Brooks (Managing Director & Co-Head of Energy, Infrastructure & Transition Investment Banking at CIBC Capital Markets) opened the Summit with a warm welcome and insightful remarks that emphasized the importance of financial strategies in advancing Canada’s clean energy future.  

PHOTO: CanREA’s Vittoria Bellissimo and CIBC’s James Brooks delivered insightful opening remarks at Clean Power Finance Canada—CanREA Summit.

The keynote address was delivered by the Hon. Lisa Raitt, the Vice-Chair of Global Investment Banking at CIBC, and a former federal Minister of Transport, of Labour, and of Natural Resources. Raitt highlighted the critical role of strategic investments and policy support in accelerating Canada’s clean energy transition. 

PHOTO: Clean Power Finance Canada—CanREA Summit’s keynote speaker, the Hon. Lisa Raitt.  

The opening plenary session, “State of the Industry: Clean Power in Canada,” provided a finance-focused overview of the clean energy investment landscape in Canada. Panelists explored the latest industry trends, long-term forecasts, upcoming procurements, and the corporate PPA environment across Canada, emphasizing the political headwinds and tailwinds affecting project development and execution. 

PHOTO: From left to right: Moderator Tyler Hume (CIBC Capital Markets), Greg Lyle (Innovative Research Group Inc.), John Penner (StrategyCorp Inc.), Evan Wilson (CanREA), and Leonard Kula (CanREA), discussing the state of the clean power industry in Canada.

In a session on “Revenues & Reporting: Understanding Clean Power Value Streams,” panelists delved into the various revenue streams and market pricing available across Canada, including competitive procurement contracts, corporate power purchase agreements, investment tax credits, ancillary services for energy storage, government funding, and carbon offset markets. The panel also explored how ESG reporting and Green Taxonomy are evolving.

PHOTO: From left to right: Carly Shier (Evolugen by Brookfield Renewable), Jonathan McGillivray (Resilient LLP), Jake Sadikman (Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP), Craig Sundstrom (Amazon Web Services) and Moderator Robert Nicholson (RBC Capital Markets), discussing revenue streams and reporting in the clean power sector.

In “The Game of Risk: Identifying & Mitigating Risk Profiles for Clean-Power Projects” session, panelists discussed the new and evolving risks faced by clean power projects, including supply-chain management, project siting and permitting, transmission access, political carbon pricing risk, and workforce development. The panel provided strategies on how the industry manages these factors and how investors and financiers view and calculate risk. 

PHOTO: From left to right: Jeremy Jagt (Potentia Renewables Inc.), Rob Lydan (Phoventus Inc.), Marion Hill (DNV), Martin Delaney (Gallagher) and Moderator Brendan Costigan (National Bank Financial), discussing risk management in clean power projects. 

In the session “Indigenous Equity Financing: Exploring Funding Avenues for Indigenous Partnerships,” panelists discussed the barriers faced by Indigenous communities in securing financing for equity partnerships in clean energy projects. They also explored the available and forthcoming solutions to these challenges, emphasizing the importance of equitable access to financing. 

PHOTO: From left to right: (On screen) Sandy Roberts (Ontario Financing Authority), Matt Jamieson (Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation), Stephen Scott (Canadian Infrastructure Bank), Ricky Fontaine (RGL Fontaine) and Moderator Tiffany Murray (BLG) discussing Indigenous equity financing in clean energy projects. 

The closing session, “Financing the Innovators: Emerging Clean-Power Technologies,” moderated by Iain Watson of Marathon Capital, showcased the innovative technologies poised to transform the clean energy landscape. Panelists presented emerging technologies such as green hydrogen, long-duration energy storage, and offshore wind. They also discussed the financing and revenue challenges and opportunities associated with these innovations. 

PHOTO: From left to right: Jon Norman (Hydrostor), Jean-François Nolet (TES Canada), Frank Davis (Pattern Energy), Adam Beaumont (Northland Power) and Moderator Iain Watson (Marathon Capital) presenting on emerging clean-power technologies.

Over one full day, the Clean Power Finance Canada—CanREA Summit provided attendees with critical insights into the financial mechanisms driving Canada’s clean energy future, featuring a diverse array of case studies showcasing the practical impacts and financial successes of clean power projects across the country, and successfully brought together the finance and clean energy sectors for mutual learning and networking opportunities

View the entire year of CanREA events here.

PHOTO: Attendees engaging in discussions during the Summit. 

Thank you to our sponsors

A heartfelt thank you to all our sponsors for their generous support. As the Presenting Sponsor, CIBC played a pivotal role in the event’s success, providing key support and insights. We also extend our gratitude to our Bronze Sponsors: Compass Energy Consulting, DNV, Evolugen, Osler, Phoventus Canada, and Gallagher. Their contributions were essential in making the inaugural edition of Clean Power Finance Canada—CanREA Summit an outstanding event. 

PHOTO: Representatives of Presenting Sponsor CIBC alongside CanREA staff. From left to right: Rahul Rahul (CIBC), Vittoria Bellissimo (CanREA), & Peter Mastromarini (CIBC)
PHOTO: Representatives of Bronze Sponsor, Compass Energy Consulting, alongside CanREA staff. From left to right: Cameron Mccullough, Jonathan Cheszes, and Rachelle Lynne-Davies from Compass & Vittoria Bellissimo (CanREA)
PHOTO: Representatives of Bronze Sponsor, DNV, alongside CanREA staff. From left to right: Marion Hill (DNV), Anna Moser (DNV), Wesley Johnston (CanREA).
PHOTO: Representatives of Bronze Sponsor, Evolugen, alongside CanREA staff. From left to right: Lisa Fulford (Evolugen), Carly Shier (Evolugen), and Vittoria Bellissimo (CanREA)
PHOTO: Representatives of Bronze Sponsor, Phoventus Canada, alongside CanREA staff. From left to right: Wesley Johnston (CanREA), Rob Lydan (Phoventus) & Vittoria Bellissimo (CanREA)
PHOTO: Representatives of Bronze Sponsor, Gallagher, alongside CanREA staff. From left to right: Wesley Johnston (CanREA), Martin Delaney (Gallagher), Vittoria Bellissimo (CanREA)

Sponsorship opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities are available for other CanREA events. Please view the sponsorship webpage here and contact Julie Mair, CanREA’s Director, Membership and Business Development, to discuss interesting ways you can stand out from the crowd as a sponsor and showcase your company as a leader in the industry. 

CanREA Golf Tournament—Alberta

July 17, 2024 
Blue Devil Golf Course
Calgary, Alberta

The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) hosted another successful installment of its Golf Tournament Series on July 27, 2024, at the prestigious Blue Devil Golf Course in Calgary. This event served as a cornerstone in CanREA’s efforts to foster collaboration and networking within the Canadian renewable energy sector.

More than 150 industry leaders, professionals and enthusiasts from across the Canadian renewable energy and energy storage landscape converged at the Blue Devil Golf 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. 

The day commenced with a warm welcome as participants arrived for registration and enjoyed a BBQ lunch while engaging in lively conversations and exchanging insights on the latest developments in renewable energy. As the clock struck 1 p.m., the tournament teed off with a shotgun start, setting teams on a journey across the manicured fairways. Participants embraced the scramble format, working together to navigate the course and showcase their skills. 

As the sun began to set, golfers gathered inside the clubhouse for a celebratory dinner and prize presentation. Congrats to all our day’s award-winning individuals and teams for their outstanding performances and memorable moments on the course. 

The CanREA Golf Tournament Series continues to serve as a cornerstone event for the Canadian renewable energy sector. As participants bid farewell to another successful tournament, they left with strengthened relationships, new ideas, and a shared commitment to advancing the renewable energy landscape in Canada. 

Interested in joining a future CanREA event? Electricity Transformation Canada, Canada’s premier clean-energy conference and exhibition, is happening in Calgary, Alberta on October 21 to 23, 2024. Register to attend today. 

Thank you to our sponsors

We extend our sincerest thanks to our sponsors, participants, and everyone who contributed to making this CanREA event a success. Your support is invaluable.

PHOTO: We are grateful to EDF Renewables for being our Golf Cart Sponsor – driving us forward!
PHOTO: We appreciate Altus Group for keeping us fueled as our On-course Beverage and Snack Sponsor.
PHOTO: Thank you to Goldwind, the Golf Ball Sponsor, for ensuring top-quality equipment for each swing.
PHOTOS: We extend our appreciation to Myshak, Nextracker, Pandell and Tundra, our Golf Challenge Sponsors, whose creativity brought an exciting twist to the tournament. 
PHOTOS: A big thank you to our Regular Hole Sponsors, Cassels, Prairie Sky, and Winergy – you put us on par for a great day! 

Sponsorship opportunities – stand out from the crowd 

Sponsorship opportunities are available for our upcoming Fall events. Please check out the Sponsorship Prospectus and contact Julie Mair, CanREA’s Director, Membership and Business Development, to discuss interesting ways you can stand out from the crowd as a sponsor and showcase your company as a leader in the industry. 

CanREA Connects—Quebec (spring networking reception) 

May 14, 2024 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
DoubleTree by Hilton Montreal (1255 Jeanne-Mance Street)
Montreal, Quebec

It is an exciting time for wind, solar, and energy storage in Quebec and The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) celebrated this excitement together with over 150 industry professionals at the newest edition of the popular “CanREA Connects” events, with a spring cinq-à-sept in Montreal on May 14!  

As Quebec carries out ambitious net-zero goals, CanREA is working hard to develop significant opportunities for our members in the wind, solar and energy storage industries.  

Attendees were given a chance to learn more about these opportunities while connecting with other industry leaders and making new connections to grow business in Quebec.  

Immediately before the CanREA Connects—Quebec networking reception, CanREA hosted the first-ever Net-Zero Quebec Summit! This exciting new conference assembled key players from Quebec’s renewable energy industry, providing key information on sustainable investments, government incentives, progress towards net-zero emissions, and much more. 

See our summit recap and photo album here.

View the entire year of CanREA events here.

Net-Zero Quebec—CanREA Summit

May 14, 2024, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
DoubleTree by Hilton Montréal (1255 Jeanne-Mance Street)
Montréal, Quebec

The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is proud to launch a new conference series this spring. Each CanREA Summit will be unique, offering a deep, focused and specialized dive into topics relevant to a particular region of Canada, such as energy storage in Alberta, achieving carbon neutrality in Quebec and financing the development of renewable energy across Canada.

The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) hosted the first-ever Net-Zero Quebec—CanREA Summit, in Montreal on May 14. This full-day conference was the event of the year for Quebec’s exciting renewable energy and energy storage sector.

With a turnout of over 150 attendees, it was evident there are many people in the industry ready to work towards achieving Quebec’s energy transition and Quebec’s net-zero targets by 2050.

Net-Zero Quebec served as a hub for discussions on important topics, such as:

  • Spearheading the energy transition with sustainable investments
  • Combatting climate change through government incentives
  • Implementing Hydro-Québec’s Action Plan 2035 to procure as much as 200 TWh of renewable energy by 2050
  • Collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders
  • Achieving net-zero in Quebec’s buildings, industry and transportation sector

With expert presentations, exhibitions and effective networking opportunities, this unique Summit became a key event for Quebec’s renewable energy and energy storage industry. Net-Zero Quebec was also the perfect prelude to CanREA’s networking reception, CanREA Connects—Quebec. See the event recap and photo album here.

View the entire year of CanREA events here.

Photo Album

PHOTO: Jean Habel, CanREA Director, Quebec and Atlantic Canada, delivers the welcome remarks to participants of the Canadian Renewable Energy Association’s Québec Net-Zero Summit.
PHOTO: Dominique Deschênes, Assistant Deputy Minister of Energy at the Ministère de l’Économie, de l’Innovation et de l’Énergie, delivers remarks on the morning of the Canadian Renewable Energy Association’s Québec Net-Zero Summit.
PHOTO: Stéphane Desdunes, Vice president of development for Canada and the Northeastern U.S., EDF Renewables, sponsor of the presentation, expresses his gratitude to the public at CanREA’s Québec Net-Zero Summit.
PHOTO: Isabelle Fontaine, Senior Vice President of Marketing, Public Affairs and Corporate Communications at Boralex, moderates the discussion “Sustainable Investment at the Heart of the Energy Transition”, with Emmanuel Jaclot, Executive Vice-President and Head of Infrastructure at the Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec, as a speaker.
Caption: Eva Lotta Schmidt, Global Sustainability Director at ENERCON, moderates the discussion on “The Universal Standards for Sustainable Development”, with Isabelle Mégré, Director of the Montreal office at the IFRS Foundation, as a special guest.
PHOTO: Daniel Giguère, Director of Government Relations at Innergex, moderated the discussion “Combining growth and decarbonization to make Quebec greener and more prosperous”, with Karl Blackburn, President of the Conseil du patronat du Québec, as a special guest.
PHOTO: The keynote speaker, Pierre Fitzgibbon, Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy, Minister Responsible for Regional Economic Development, and Minister Responsible for the Metropolis and the Montréal Region, addresses attendees at the CanREA Québec Net-Zero Summit held on May 14, 2024. (right). Jean Habel, Director for Quebec and Atlantic Canada at CanREA (left), had the honor of discussing with the minister.
PHOTO: Stéphane Desdunes from EDF Renewables (left) moderates this panel, entitled “Utilities and ISOs: Collaboration at the forefront of the electricity transition,” with panelists Milovan (Milo) Blair, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Northeast Power Coordinating Council (middle), and Leonard Kula, Vice-President of Political Affairs for Eastern Canada and Utilitarian Affairs at CanREA (right).

Thank you to our sponsors

PHOTO: CanREA expresses our deep gratitude to event silver sponsor Kruger. From left to right: Francis Fournier, Maxime Cossette, Stéphane Joseph and Steve Minier, representing the corporate sponsor.
PHOTO: A big thank you to the bronze sponsor of the event, Boralex. In this photo, employees who participated in this rewarding event include (from left to right) Jordan Longchamps, Carolina Rinret, Xavier Roberge, Alexandra Agagnier, Pierre Kana, Yanick Tobin and Adam Rosso.
PHOTO: Special thanks to the bronze sponsor of the event, Evlo. From left to right: Wesley Johnston, Vice-President, Business Development, Finance and Operations at CanREA, Tahir Dourayi, Marc Guibei, Mathilde Garrigue, Bruno Soulières and Kunal Gandhi.

Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities 

Sponsorship and exhibition opportunities are available for other CanREA events. Please view the sponsorship and exhibition prospectus and then contact Julie Mair, CanREA’s Director, Membership and Business Development, to discuss interesting ways you can stand out from the crowd and showcase your company as a leader in the industry at our events.

Webinar—How to claim and maximize the ITC for your Canadian projects

April 30, 2024, 1 to 2 p.m. ET

Webinar presented by Deloitte Canada and LCAB (Local Content Assurance Bureau)

CanREA was pleased to host a special industry webinar for over 230 viewers, where Etienne Lecompte (Managing Director at LCAB) and Louis Boivin (Partner at Deloitte Canada) presented key information about maximizing the ITCs for your Canadian projects. Etienne and Louis presented the general framework of the ITC program, as well as information on recent policy updates, and provided a list of things to consider in order to maximize your claim.

This webinar explored: 

  • General ITC framework 
  • Recent policy updates 
  • Things to consider for a successful filing, including general corporate structure, admissibility of your project and related project costs, and managing Labour Requirements
  • How to document your claim, such as:  creating a defensible position, when to start and what to include
  • Q&A with Louis & Etienne  

A recording of this webinar is available on CanREA’s member-only website.

Speakers

Bio

Etienne Lecompte
Founder of LCAB
He is a recognized cleantech entrepreneur who’s been in the renewable energy, software development, and regulatory compliance space for about 15 years. During those years he has created and grown a number of companies. He believes strongly that renewable energy projects are part of the solution and need to manage regulatory programs pragmatically and proactively. Etienne is a graduate from McGill University and holds an MBA from INSEAD. He lives in Montreal, Quebec and is a proud father of three.

Bio

Louis Boivin
Partner, Deloitte Canada
Louis Boivin is the Engagement Partner of the Gi3 team (Investment and Innovation Incentives) for Quebec, which is made up of more than 40 professionals located across the province. He is also the National Leader for the development of IT tools being used by our national government incentives practice. He has also been responsible for coordinating several firm and client initiatives aimed at improving the Quebec and Canadian tax incentive regimes.  Louis launched his taxation practice with Deloitte in 2001. Louis carries out his main functions in the government incentives sector (tax incentives and grants) for public and private entities active in the natural resources and manufacturing sectors. His clients include several multinationals with places of business in Canada and Quebec and several SMEs located across the province. 

CanREA Golf Tournament—Ontario

May 28, 2024
Royal Woodbine Golf and Country Club

The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) hosted another successful installment of its Golf Tournament Series on May 28, 2024, at the prestigious Royal Woodbine Golf and Country Club in Toronto. This event served as a cornerstone in CanREA’s efforts to foster collaboration and networking within the Canadian renewable energy sector.

More than 110 industry leaders, professionals and enthusiasts from across the Canadian renewable energy and energy storage landscape converged at the Royal Woodbine Golf and Country Club 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.

The day commenced with a warm welcome as participants arrived for registration and enjoyed a BBQ lunch while engaging in lively conversations and exchanging insights on the latest developments in renewable energy. As the clock struck 1 p.m., the tournament teed off with a shotgun start, setting teams on a journey across the manicured fairways. Participants embraced the scramble format, working together to navigate the course and showcase their skills.

As the sun began to set, participants gathered once more to enjoy a dinner while reflecting on the day’s highlights and accomplishments. Congrats to all of our day’s award-winning individuals and teams for their outstanding performances and memorable moments on the course.

The CanREA Golf Tournament Series continues to serve as a cornerstone event for the Canadian renewable energy sector. As participants bid farewell to another successful tournament, they left with strengthened relationships, new ideas, and a shared commitment to advancing the renewable energy landscape in Canada.

Interested in joining a future CanREA event? On July 17, 2024, join the movers and shakers of Alberta’s renewable-energy industry for an exclusive golf tournament happening in Calgary, Alberta. Register here.

Thank you to our sponsors

We extend our sincerest thanks to our sponsors, participants, and everyone who contributed to making this CanREA event a success. Your support is invaluable.

CanREA extends heartfelt appreciation to Winergy, the Golf Ball Sponsor, for ensuring top-quality equipment for each swing.
We extend our appreciation to Tundra, the Hole Challenge Sponsor for Hole #2, whose creativity brought an exciting twist to the tournament.
We thank Northland Power for their sponsorship of Hole #7, adding an extra challenge for participants.
We express our gratitude to RNWBL for their contribution as the sponsor of Hole #16, enriching the overall success of the event.
We appreciate Compass Renewable Energy Consulting for their role as the Registration Gift Sponsor, setting a welcoming tone for the day’s festivities.

Sponsorship opportunities – stand out from the crowd

Sponsorship opportunities are available for the Alberta CanREA Golf Tournament. Please check out the Sponsorship Prospectus and contact Julie Mair, CanREA’s Director, Membership and Business Development, to discuss interesting ways you can stand out from the crowd as a sponsor and showcase your company as a leader in the industry.