BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//QUEST Canada - ECPv6.17.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:QUEST Canada X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://questcanada.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for QUEST Canada REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Halifax BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20240310T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20241103T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20250309T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20251102T050000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20260308T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20261101T050000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Edmonton BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251009 DTSTAMP:20251003T154601Z CREATED:20251003T153511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T154601Z UID:10000383-1759708800-1759967999@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Electricity Transformation Canada 2025 DESCRIPTION:Electricity Transformation Canada 2025October 6-8\, 2025 | Enercare Centre | Toronto\, Ontario\nCanada’s largest renewable energy event is back! Electricity Transformation Canada returns to Toronto\, from October 6–8\, 2025\, bringing together leaders in solar\, wind\, storage\, hydrogen\, and more. \nReady to connect with industry peers and explore the future of clean energy integration? Register today! \nDon’t forget to use promo code ETC25QUEST10 for a 10% discount on a Full Conference pass. \n Register today! URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/electricity-transformation-canada-2025/ LOCATION:Enercare Centre\, #1\, 100 Princes' Blvd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6K 3C3\, Canada CATEGORIES:External Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/c801767a-30de-a98d-3aea-292923e9fe47.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251008 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251009 DTSTAMP:20251002T183700Z CREATED:20250828T194837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T183700Z UID:10000366-1759881600-1759967999@questcanada.org SUMMARY:From Plans to Projects: The Prairies's Project Initiation Workshop DESCRIPTION:October 8\, 2025 | Polytechnic University\, Red Deer\, Alberta \nMoving from energy plans to real-world projects is one of the biggest challenges facing municipalities and Indigenous communities working toward a sustainable energy future. Co-hosted by MCCAC and QUEST Canada\, this Project Initiation Workshop is designed to bridge that gap—offering practical tools\, tailored coaching\, and direct access to funders and technical experts. This one-day intensive workshop in Red Deer is for municipal staff and Indigenous community leaders in the Canadian Prairies 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. \nWho Should Attend? This workshop is designed for Indigenous community and municipal staff members involved in: \n\nSustainable energy initiatives such as community solar\, building retrofits\, and electric vehicle infrastructure\nProject planning\, financial management\, and development roles\n\nWhy 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. \nParticipants will leave with: \n\nA refined project scope and clear critical path\nAn initial financial model and detailed funding strategy\nA solid plan for hiring contractors and managing project execution\nIncreased confidence to implement sustainable energy projects and navigate challenges\nA strong network of funders\, consultants\, and solution providers to support future development\n\n \n View the Workshop Program\n \n \n \n \n \n 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. \nRegistration is open exclusively to staff and leadership from municipalities or Indigenous Communities located in Alberta\, Saskatchewan\, or Manitoba. \n \n Register Today\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshop Countdown Clock\n \n \n Day(s) \n \n : \n \n \n Hour(s) \n \n : \n \n \n Minute(s) \n \n : \n \n \n Second(s) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshop Location: Red Deer Polytechnic | 100 Donald Blvd\, Red Deer\, AB T4N 5H5 \nWe are delighted to host From Plans to Projects at Red Deer Polytechnic—a forward-thinking institution unbound by tradition and deeply committed to applied learning\, community impact\, and innovation. With strong emphasis on energy innovation\, sustainability\, and industry-aligned applied research\, RDP offers state-of-the-art facilities like the Energy Innovation Centre and Alternative Energy Lab\, making it an excellent setting for a action-focused workshop aimed at bridging plans with the implementation of sustainable energy projects. \nThis campus embodies values of agility\, bravery\, connection\, discovery\, and empowerment—mirroring QUEST Canada’s own mission to activate local leadership in Canada’s clean energy transition. Its dynamic\, real-world learning environment—where students\, faculty\, and industry collaborate—makes it a natural fit for municipalities and Indigenous communities looking to turn energy plans into meaningful action. \n \n Get Directions\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to Our Sponsors We are grateful for the generous support of our sponsors\, whose partnership makes this Plans to Projects workshop in the Canadian Prairies possible. Their commitment to activating community leadership and shaping a fair and lasting energy future is key to our shared success. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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. \n \n Review our Sponsorship Opportunities\n \n \n \n \n \n With Gratitude to Our Program Supporters This event is made possible through the generous support of  Cenovus\, the Government of Alberta\, the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre\, and Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)\, whose ongoing commitment to the Net-Zero Communities Accelerator (NCA) program empowers us to deliver workshops that advance our shared goals. We’re deeply grateful for their foundational support through the broader program that enables this important work. URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/from-plans-to-projects-prairies-canadas-project-initiation-workshop/ LOCATION:Red Deer Polytechnic CATEGORIES:QUEST Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Autumn-2025-Designs-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251022 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251024 DTSTAMP:20250919T152635Z CREATED:20250919T152629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T152635Z UID:10000375-1761091200-1761263999@questcanada.org SUMMARY:13th Annual Alberta Power Symposium DESCRIPTION:Join power sector leaders\, policymakers\, Indigenous partners\, and innovators for in-depth analysis of Clean Electricity Regulations (CER)\, net-zero targets\, affordability and reliability challenges\, and the role of Indigenous co-creation in infrastructure development. \nKey topics to be discussed at this year’s event include: \n\nFederal Election Outcomes: Explore how Clean Electricity Regulations\, jurisdictional disputes\, and political shifts are reshaping Alberta’s energy landscape.\nNavigating Canada’s Energy Transformation: Can Alberta meet Canada’s 2035 net-zero grid target under the Clean Electricity Regulations? Unpack pathways\, technologies\, and policy options.\nAffordability\, Reliability\, and Market Reform: Assess the impact of rebates\, market reform\, and system modernization on investment\, infrastructure\, and long-term energy security.\nIndigenous Energy Partnerships: Discover how Indigenous communities are driving major energy projects in Alberta.\n\nLocated at the heart of Canada’s energy sector\, the Alberta Power Symposium is the ultimate space for big-picture policy\, tech innovation\, and provincial leadership. \nSave 10% on registration with QUEST promo code: D10-999-QUEST26 \n \n Register for the 2025 Alberta Power Symposium URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/13th-annual-alberta-power-symposium/ LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Calgary North\, Calgary\, AB CATEGORIES:External Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Alberta-Power-Symposium.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251023T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20251023T140000 DTSTAMP:20250919T161039Z CREATED:20250919T160002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161039Z UID:10000373-1761224400-1761228000@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Online Meeting: Prairies NCA Working Group DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Prairies NCA Cohort Working GroupThe Prairies NCA Cohort Working Group is a resource for municipalities participating in QUEST Canada’s Net-Zero Communities Accelerator (NCA) program\, and engaged in community energy planning\, partnership-building and net-zero energy projects. \nHere we share experiences\, lessons learned and transfer knowledge about best practices. Participants are leaders in moving toward achieving provincial greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals and transitioning toward a net-zero future. \nHave questions or want more information? Please reach out to QUEST Canada’s Naureen Othi\, Lead\, Projects at nothi@questcanada.org. \n Login to the Working Group Meeting\n \n Learn More About Our NCA Program's Prairies Cohort URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/online-meeting-prairies-nca-working-group/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:QUEST Working Groups & CoPs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Prairies-WG-October-23-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251030T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251030T110000 DTSTAMP:20250919T161844Z CREATED:20250919T161838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T161844Z UID:10000377-1761818400-1761822000@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Online Meeting: Ontario Community Energy & Climate Working Group DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Ontario Community Energy and Climate (ON CEC) Working GroupMark your calendar\, and please share this meeting notice with colleagues\, and anyone in your network you think would be interested in joining in on our Ontario working group discussions. \nHave questions\, looking for additional information\, or want to join the ON CEC Working Group? Please reach out to gpinchin@questcanada.org \n Visit our Events Calendar URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/online-meeting-ontario-community-energy-climate-working-group/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:QUEST Working Groups & CoPs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ON-CEC-WG-October-30.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20251030T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20251030T140000 DTSTAMP:20250919T163002Z CREATED:20250919T162955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T163002Z UID:10000379-1761829200-1761832800@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Online Meeting: Atlantic Municipal Working Group DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Atlantic Municipal Working GroupThe Atlantic Municipal Working Group is a resource for municipalities participating in QUEST Canada’s Pan-Atlantic Net-Zero Communities Accelerator (NCA) program cohort\, and engaged in community energy planning\, partnership-building and net-zero energy projects. \nHere we share experiences\, lessons learned and transfer knowledge about best practices. Participants are leaders in moving toward achieving provincial greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals and transitioning toward a net-zero future. \nTo join in\, please contact Naureen Othi. \n Visit the Pan-Atlantic NCA Webpage URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/online-meeting-atlantic-municipal-working-group-oct30/ CATEGORIES:QUEST Working Groups & CoPs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Atlantic-NCA-WG-October-30.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR