From Plans to Projects: Atlantic Canada’s Project Initiation Workshop

November 4–5, 2025 | Halifax Convention Centre & Volta—Armoyan Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia

Moving from energy plans to real-world projects is one of the biggest challenges facing municipalities and Indigenous communities working toward a sustainable energy future. QUEST Canada’s Project Initiation Workshops are designed to bridge that gap—offering practical tools, tailored coaching, and direct access to funders and technical experts. This two-day intensive workshop in Halifax is for municipal staff and Indigenous community leaders in Atlantic Canada who are actively developing energy or climate projects. Whether you’re exploring community solar, EV charging infrastructure, building retrofits, energy efficiency, or fleet electrification, this event is designed to move your project closer to implementation.

Who Should Attend? This workshop is designed for Indigenous community and municipal staff members involved in:

• Sustainable energy initiatives such as community solar, building retrofits, and electric vehicle infrastructure
• Project planning, financial management, and development roles

Why Attend? Through hands-on sessions, participants will advance their own energy project concepts—refining scopes, strengthening financial strategies, and identifying clear next steps. You’ll also connect with clean-tech providers, peers, and funders who can support your goals.

Participants will leave with:

• A refined project scope and clear critical path
• An initial financial model and detailed funding strategy
• A solid plan for hiring contractors and managing project execution
• Increased confidence to implement sustainable energy projects and navigate challenges
• A strong network of funders, consultants, and solution providers to support future development

This event builds on QUEST’s successful 2024 model and offers deeper dives into technical design, contracting, and financing. Travel support is available for eligible participants, with a focus on rural and remote communities.

Please note: Both mornings of the Workshop will begin in the Halifax Convention Centre, Room 609, followed by lunch and working sessions at the Volta Office Space. 

Workshop Location: Volta, Armoyan Centre (formerly the World Trade Centre), Halifax, Nova Scotia | 1800 Argyle St., Unit 801, Halifax, NS B3J 3N8

We’re excited to host our From Plans to Projects workshop at Volta—home to a dynamic community of entrepreneurs, startups, and changemakers working to drive innovation and impact across sectors, including clean technology and sustainable development. Located on the 8th floor of the newly renovated Armoyan Centre in downtown Halifax, Volta offers a modern, collaborative space overlooking Parade Square and Halifax Harbour. As Atlantic Canada’s premier innovation hub, Volta provides an energizing setting for this hands-on workshop focused on moving sustainable energy projects from plans to action. Its emphasis on creativity, collaboration, and real-world solutions makes it a natural fit with QUEST Canada’s mission to activate local leadership in Canada’s clean energy transition.

Thank You to Our Sponsors We are grateful for the generous support of our sponsors, whose partnership makes this Plans to Projects workshop in Atlantic Canada possible. Their commitment to activating community leadership and shaping a fair and lasting energy future is key to our shared success.

Interested in Sponsoring? Align your organization with Canada’s sustainable energy future and connect directly with municipal and Indigenous project leaders driving local implementation. Sponsorship opportunities provide high-value exposure, meaningful engagement, and a chance to support innovative clean energy solutions. To learn more about how your organization can get involved, please review our sponsorship package (hyperlinked below) or contact us via email at mschweyer@questcanada.org.