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June 9-11, 2026 | BMO Centre, Calgary, Canada

Capitalizing Canada's Global Energy Leadership

2025 Executive Conference Program

Industry leaders, government representatives, and key stakeholders from global markets came together at a defining moment for Canada’s energy future. As the world watched, vital dialogue unfolded around Canada’s role in the global energy landscape—exploring innovation, investment, and collaboration opportunities that will shape the industry for years to come. Stay connected for what’s ahead in 2026.

 

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Tuesday 10 June 2025

Wednesday 11 June 2025

Thursday 12 June 2025

08:30 09:40

Delegate Refreshments

09:40 09:45

Indigenous Blessing

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09:45 09:50

Opening Keynotes

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09:50 09:55

Welcome Remarks

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10:00 10:30

Keynote

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10:30 11:00

Executive Interview: Accelerating Canada’s LNG Opportunity

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In this session, Peter Mansbridge will sit down with an energy leader to discuss Canada’s LNG ambitions.

11:00 11:45

US-Canada Relations: North America’s Energy Future

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While energy is the backbone of the U.S.-Canada trade relationship, looming tariffs between Canada and the US has given rise to concerns for about Canada’s reliance on the US as an energy customer. As political landscapes and policy priorities shift, what will collaboration between these North American partners and energy giants look like over the coming years?

11:45 13:00

Close of Opening Plenary | Lunch & Exhibition Visit

13:00 13:30

Executive Interview: Powering AI: Canada’s Energy Advantage in the Global Data Centre Boom

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The market for AI-based data centres is rapidly evolving. As an energy powerhouse, Canada is primed to attract data centres to its provinces.

13:30 13:45

Fireside Chat: Naftogaz of Ukraine: Energy Powerhouse

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13:45 14:30

G7 Summit 2025: Domestic Strength and Global Leadership

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Amid global market shifts, Canada cannot afford to remain a resource-rich nation without a strategic plan. Standing at a defining moment in its energy history, how could Canada’s presidency of the G7 Summit be the catalyst for an outward-looking and export-driven Canadian economy?

14:30 15:15

Capital Investment to Supercharge Canada’s Energy Future

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Capital investment into infrastructure is critical to increase production, ensure domestic energy security, unleash export potential and achieve Canada’s sustainability goals. But how can Canada get out of its own way to attract investment, reduce red tape and fast-track infrastructure for a reliable and competitive energy economy?

15:15 16:00

Energy Resilience Across Borders: The Canada-U.S. Energy Partnership in Focus

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The U.S. is a global leader in LNG, offering a powerful blueprint for expedient policy-making, efficient permitting processes, and supercharging export capacity. What can Canada learn from the US to increase market trust in Canada as an investible LNG jurisdiction Canadian LNG to offshore markets?

16:00 16:05

Closing Remarks

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16:00 18:00

Networking Reception

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08:30 09:20

Delegate Refreshments

09:20 09:25

Welcome from the Host

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09:25 09:35

Opening Remarks

09:35 09:50

Opening Remarks

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Keynote Remarks

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Premier’s Keynote

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10:15 10:30

Premier’s Interview: Alberta’s Energy Story

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This session will welcome the Government of Alberta’s Leadership to discuss the next five years of Canadian energy policy, from supercharging domestic infrastructure from east to west, to navigating US-Canada trade relations, and role in advancing North America’s energy security.

10:30 11:15

The Next Chapter in Canada’s Global Export Opportunity

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While the US-Canada trade relationship is becoming increasingly uncertain, markets in Asia and Europe are looking for reliable providers of LNG, critical minerals, and renewable energy. With public opinion more favourable toward energy development, will Canadian energy projects continue to struggle on the road to FID, or will Canada overcome its regulatory hurdles to build the refineries and approve pipelines to realize its potential?

11:15 11:30

Special Address: What If We Get It Right?

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The Energy Transition isn’t just about carbon or capital – it’s about people. And, if we get it right, we won’t just build a more sustainable energy system – we’ll build a generation of purpose-driven, tech-savvy leaders who thrive in the space of innovation for which Alberta’s energy industry is renowned. What if our systems of education, innovation, workforce development, and policy align—not perfectly, but powerfully—to accelerate a future that is both prosperous and sustainable? 

11:30 11:40

Ministerial Remarks: Saskatchewan’s Energy Future

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11:40 11:45

Pre-Panel Remarks

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11:45 12:30

AI: the Advent of the Fourth Industrial Revolution

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The transformative and disruptive impact of AI on the energy sector cannot be understated, with the exponential growth and capability of AI in transforming the future of energy representing a megatrend that will define the next decade. However, as the adoption of AI increases, so too does the demand for infrastructure and reliable energy solutions to support data centres. How can the energy sector balance the increasing energy demands of AI technologies whilst advancing climate goals? 

12:30 12:45

Ministerial Address

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12:45 13:40

Lunch & Exhibition Visit

13:40 13:50

Ministerial Remarks

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Executive Interview: Breaking Ground, Breaking Barriers: Canada's Global Energy Potential

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14:20 15:05

The Global Energy Future – The Road Ahead

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The future of the world’s energy system is at an inflection point in history. Technological innovation, geopolitics, regulatory changes, and the need to balance emissions reduction, energy security and energy affordability are driving the global energy landscape. How are different regions of the world navigating this challenging environment and what can Canada learn from their approach? 

15:05 15:15

Ministerial Remarks

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15:15 16:00

Building an Inclusive Energy Economy through Indigenous Participation

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Indigenous participation in Canada’s energy sector has grown, but progress is still slow. How can the private sector play an enhanced role in boosting Indigenous economic development, participation and inclusion in the energy economy, and bring greater value back into communities themselves?

16:00 16:05

Host’s Closing Remarks

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16:00 18:00

Networking Reception

18:00 21:00

Global Energy Show Canada Afterparty

08:30 09:00

Delegate Refreshments

09:00 09:05

Welcome Back from the Host

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09:05 09:15

Ministerial Address

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09:15 09:30

Fireside Chat

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09:30 10:15

New Drilling Opportunities

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Canada's energy services sector is evolving, and the future of drilling goes far beyond conventional oil and gas. New Drills brings together leading voices in drilling and well servicing, along with senior executives from the emerging subsurface resource sector, to explore emerging opportunities across three critical areas: traditional hydrocarbon development, critical mineral extraction, and geothermal energy.

This panel will examine how Canadian drilling and servicing companies can leverage existing expertise, infrastructure, and innovation to diversify their operations and drive growth. Panelists will share insights on regulatory landscapes, market trends, and the unique technical challenges and rewards of each sector. From sustaining Canada’s energy security through responsible oil and gas development, to enabling the clean energy transition through critical minerals and geothermal, this discussion will highlight the strategic role service providers play in shaping the country’s resource future.

10:15 11:00

Workforce Transformation around the Globe

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Facing significant skill shortages and demographic changes, the energy sector is at a critical juncture and needs answers to its talent challenge. This panel, hosted by Women10x, will spotlight initiatives to promote the greater participation of women as a key strategic solution to address this growing problem.

11:00 11:45

AI in Energy: Beyond the Hype: Advanced Machine Learning Approaches to Reducing Costs and Emissions

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Get beyond the hype of Generative AI! This panel will dig into a key use case applying advanced ML techniques to enable autonomous, dynamic well control proactively stabilizing wells to reduce methane venting. Hear how AI is reducing both costs and emissions along with other use cases.

11:45 12:30

Partnering with the World – First Nations Energy on the World Stage

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Reconcili-action has become the watch word for First Nations seeking to get things done - partnering and working with federal and provincial governments, neighbouring Indigenous nations, industry and increasingly, the international community. The focus on action is breaking down the barriers to build a more secure energy future for the world. This panels share experiences and insights from this work of partnership and what it means for First Nations, Canada and the global community.

12:30 12:35

Host Closing Remarks

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Lunch & Global Energy Show Canada Awards

Now in their 10th year, the awards celebrate excellence in the energy industry across Canada and globally, recognizing the accomplishments of leaders, innovators, and trailblazers in nine categories. Honorees have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, sustainable solutions, and significant contributions to advancing the energy sector.

* Complimentary access to the Awards Luncheon is included in the Partner Pass.
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2026 SPONSORS AND PARTNERS

KEY STAKEHOLDER
Alberta 300X300
OFFICIAL MARKETING PARTNER
Energy Connects 300X300
OFFICIAL MEDIA PARTNERS
Canadian Mining Magazine
Energy Business Review (1)
Ges2023 Media Partner
Energy Now
Hydrocarbon Engineering
LNG Industry
Mobility Plaza
Oil And Gas Innovation
World Piplelines 300X300
Your World In Motion
COSSD
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Global Center For Energy Analysis

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