Toronto, October 15, 2025—Optimism was in the air as Electricity Transformation Canada (ETC) 2025, the country’s premier clean energy conference and exhibition, wrapped up at the Enercare Centre in Toronto last week. This year’s edition was the biggest ETC to date, bringing together 2,900 clean energy professionals from across Canada and around the world, as well as more than 120 top-tier speakers and 180 exhibitors showcasing the latest renewable energy technologies. Major themes emerged regarding the transition from a vision for Canada’s renewable energy industry to large-scale reality, driven by groundbreaking technologies, innovative policy ideas and a shared commitment to progress.
“Renewable energy is Canada’s strategic advantage, delivering affordable, reliable electricity to power our industries, communities and homes,” said Vittoria Bellissimo, President and CEO of CanREA. “Canada boasts a proud legacy of clean generation, and now we’re accelerating investments in wind, solar and energy storage nationwide. More than 17 GW of new capacity is already in motion, representing over $31 billion in investment, and that momentum is only growing.”
From the moment doors opened, the atmosphere reflected an industry in motion. Solar, wind, energy storage, hydrogen and microgrid innovations filled the expo hall, with exhibitors demonstrating how new digital tools, AI-powered optimization, long-duration battery systems, hybrid renewable hydrogen solutions, and EV infrastructure are making clean power more efficient, resilient and accessible.
Delegates explored four in-depth conference streams—Policy & Market Insights; Getting Projects Built; Unlocking Energy Storage; and Utilities & Grid Modernization—alongside live education sessions in three show floor theatres. Topics ranged from grid modernization and the integration of distributed energy resources to the growing role of Indigenous-led clean energy projects. Unmatched networking opportunities included a reception at the Hockey Hall of Fame and the event’s largest-ever Indigenous Business Pavilion.
One of the highlights of ETC 2025 was the inaugural CanREA Awards, celebrating leadership and innovation across Canada’s clean energy sector. The 2025 award winners were:
- Hagersville Battery Energy Storage Park, by Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation and Boralex – Innovative Canadian Clean Power Project of the Year
- Glooscap Energy – Indigenous Clean Energy Company of the Year
- Solar is Not an Option, by Jayman BUILT – Canadian On-Site (BTM) Project of the Year
Additional highlights included a keynote speech by Ontario Minister of Energy and Mines Stephen Lecce and the Women in Renewable Energy awards ceremony.
Delegates also received exclusive insights from the newly released Canada’s Renewable Energy Market Outlook 2025. Among its key findings: over the next decade, Canada will deploy 30–51 GW of new wind power, 17–26 GW of new solar power and 12–16 GW of new energy storage. Together, these additions will boost renewables from 10% of supply today to as much as 33% of Canada’s electricity by 2050.
A standout session, “CanREA Team: Cross-Canada Check-Up on Policy, Markets and Procurements,” featured CanREA’s regional policy directors sharing updates on procurement opportunities and policy developments across the country.
“ETC has evolved into the premier destination for Canada’s renewable energy professionals,” said Stephen Miner, President and CEO of RE+ Events. “This year’s event proved that innovation, education and collaboration are the cornerstones of our industry’s growth on a major scale.”
As Canada continues to advance its clean energy ambitions, you can always find them at Electricity Transformation Canada. Join us next year, October 19–21, 2026, at the Enercare Centre in Toronto, Ontario.
ETC is developed by CanREA, RE+ Events and the Italian Exhibition Group. For more information on Electricity Transformation Canada, please visit electricity-transformation.ca.
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“Renewable energy is Canada’s strategic advantage, delivering affordable, reliable electricity to power our industries, communities and homes. Canada boasts a proud legacy of clean generation, and now we’re accelerating investments in wind, solar and energy storage nationwide. More than 17 GW of new capacity is already in motion, representing over $31 billion in investment, and that momentum is only growing.”
—Vittoria Bellissimo, President and CEO, Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA)
“ETC has evolved into the premier destination for Canada’s renewable energy professionals. This year’s event proved that innovation, education, and collaboration are the cornerstones of our industry’s growth on a major scale.”
—Stephen Miner, President and CEO, RE+ Events
For media inquiries or interview opportunities, please contact:
Traci Rowntree, RE+ Events: trowntree@re-plus.com
Joshua Bleser, Canadian Renewable Energy Association: communications@renewablesassociation.ca
About ETC
Electricity Transformation Canada (ETC) is developed by the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA), which represents the voice of wind energy, solar energy, and energy storage in Canada, in partnership with the Italian Exhibition Group—one of the world’s largest and most active event organizers—and RE+ Events, a global event management organization with a focus on the clean energy industry. These entities support a shared vision of innovation and collaboration in Canada’s renewable energy and energy storage industries, as the key to future success and prosperity.
About CanREA
The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is the voice for wind energy, solar energy and energy storage solutions that will power Canada’s energy future. We work to create the conditions for a modern energy system through stakeholder advocacy and public engagement. Our diverse members are uniquely positioned to deliver clean, low-cost, reliable, flexible and scalable solutions for Canada’s energy needs. For more information on how Canada can use wind energy, solar energy and energy storage to help achieve its net-zero commitments, consult Powering Canada’s Journey to Net-Zero: CanREA’s 2050 Vision. Follow us on Bluesky and LinkedIn here. Learn more at renewablesassociation.ca.
About RE+ Events
RE+ Events is a global event management organization with a focus on the clean energy industry. Our flagship event, RE+ 2022 (formerly SPI), is the largest renewable energy event in North America. The RE+ Events portfolio also includes U.S. regional events with a focus on trends and policies in specific states or regions, as well as international events that bring together leaders in developing clean energy markets across the world. RE+ Events is co-owned by the Smart Electric Power Alliance and the Solar Energy Industries Association.
About Italian Exhibition Group
The Italian Exhibition Group’s mission is to offer its national partners concrete business opportunities, high-added-value content, and services. Their credibility and reputation add value to Electricity Transformation Canada’s operations.