BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//QUEST Canada - ECPv6.16.2//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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0300 TZNAME:ADT DTSTART:20270314T060000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0300 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:AST DTSTART:20271107T050000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Edmonton 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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto 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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260129T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260129T140000 DTSTAMP:20260524T132917 CREATED:20251124T220816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T144447Z UID:10000387-1769691600-1769695200@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Atlantic Municipal Working Group: Online Meeting 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. \nThis meeting’s discussion: Community Engagement Strategies \n\nHow engagement needs to shift once communities move toward implementation (beyond information-sharing).\nWays to set up ongoing community-facing structures that help sustain implementation over time (e.g.\, advisory groups\, champions\, stewardship models).\nLessons learned on connecting technical work (e.g.\, inventories\, modeling\, scenario work) to community priorities and decision points.\n\nPresenter: Sofía Muñoz\, Clean Foundation and Co-Mapping Solutions \nTo join in\, please contact QUEST’s Lead\, Projects\, Naureen Othi. \n Visit the Atlantic NCA Webpage URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/online-meeting-atlantic-municipal-working-group-jan29/ CATEGORIES:QUEST Working Groups & CoPs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Atlantic-NCA-WG-January-29.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260219T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260219T140000 DTSTAMP:20260524T132917 CREATED:20260114T190329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T145132Z UID:10000392-1771506000-1771509600@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Prairies NCA Working Group: Online Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Prairies NCA Working GroupThe Prairies NCA 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. \nThis meeting’s discussion: Funding Opportunities \n\nA high-level overview of FCM’s programs\, a practical example/demo of the application process\, and a facilitated Q&A session.\n\nPresenter: Naureen Othi\, Lead\, Projects\, QUEST Canada \nHave questions or want more information? Please reach out to 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/prairies-nca-working-group-online-meeting-feb19/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:QUEST Working Groups & CoPs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Prairies-WG.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260226T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260226T140000 DTSTAMP:20260524T132917 CREATED:20260114T191519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T191533Z UID:10000394-1772110800-1772114400@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Atlantic Municipal Working Group: Online Meeting 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 Atlantic NCA Webpage URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/atlantic-municipal-working-group-online-meeting-feb26/ CATEGORIES:QUEST Working Groups & CoPs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Atlantic-WG.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T140000 DTSTAMP:20260524T132917 CREATED:20260114T193446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T142214Z UID:10000397-1773320400-1773324000@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Ontario NCA Working Group: Online Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Ontario Net-Zero Communities Accelerator (NCA) Working GroupThe Ontario NCA Working Group online session introduces participating communities to the group’s purpose\, goals\, and terms of reference. Communities also have the opportunity to meet eachother\, and present on their local energy and climate initiatives and goals. \nPlease share this meeting notice with colleagues\, and anyone in your network you think would be interested in joining in on our Ontario NCA working group discussions. \nHave questions\, looking for additional information\, or want to join our Ontario NCA Working Group meetings? \nPlease reach out to Naureen Othi\, QUEST Canada Lead\, Projects at: nothi@questcanada.org \n Visit the NCA Program Page URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/online-meeting-ontario-nca-working-group-mar12/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:QUEST Working Groups & CoPs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/NCA_Ontario.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260319T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260319T140000 DTSTAMP:20260524T132917 CREATED:20260114T190741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T190924Z UID:10000393-1773925200-1773928800@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Prairies NCA Working Group: Online Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Prairies NCA Working GroupThe Prairies NCA 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/prairies-nca-working-group-online-meeting-mar19/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:QUEST Working Groups & CoPs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Prairies-WG-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260326T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260326T140000 DTSTAMP:20260524T132917 CREATED:20260114T191907Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T191913Z UID:10000395-1774530000-1774533600@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Atlantic Municipal Working Group: Online Meeting 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 Atlantic NCA Webpage URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/atlantic-municipal-working-group-online-meeting-mar26/ CATEGORIES:QUEST Working Groups & CoPs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Atlantic-WG-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260331T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260331T153000 DTSTAMP:20260524T132917 CREATED:20260316T165249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T140620Z UID:10000402-1774967400-1774971000@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Charging Ahead Together: Municipal Fleet Electrification in New Brunswick DESCRIPTION:Join us online for the next meeting of our New Brunswick Net-Zero Communities Accelerator Program Working GroupMunicipalities across New Brunswick are advancing important work on climate action\, energy transition\, and building resilient local infrastructure. As part of this effort\, many communities are exploring opportunities to electrify municipal vehicle fleets as a pathway to reduce emissions\, lower long-term operating costs\, and modernize public infrastructure. \nHowever\, at the same time\, municipalities are navigating practical questions related to fleet transition planning\, charging infrastructure\, procurement processes\, and operational readiness. These challenges can be particularly pronounced for smaller and rural municipalities\, where geographic distance\, infrastructure limitations\, and resource constraints can make fleet electrification more complex. \nCharging Ahead Together: Municipal Fleet Electrification in New Brunswick\nIn partnership with Clean Foundation\, QUEST Canada’s one-hour workshop – March 31st from 2:30 pm-3:30 pm Atlantic Time – will create a collaborative learning space for municipal staff\, technical experts\, and regional partners to explore practical approaches to municipal fleet electrification. \nThe session will focus on sharing lessons learned\, identifying common barriers\, and highlighting strategies that can support municipalities as they plan and implement fleet transitions. \nRegister Now! \nIf you’d like further information\, please write to meeting host Aaliyah Lahai\, Lead\, Community Energy Planning & Projects\, QUEST Canada. \nHave a ‘Big’ Question about Community Energy in New Brunswick? \nBe sure to send in you community energy transition question ahead of time – and we’ll assure it’s answered well during the session. \n Register for the March 31 NB Kitchen Party\n \n Send in Your Energy Transition Question Ahead of Time! URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/charging-ahead-together-municipal-fleet-electrification-in-new-brunswick/ CATEGORIES:QUEST Working Groups & CoPs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Kitchen-Party-II.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260416T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260416T140000 DTSTAMP:20260524T132917 CREATED:20260123T140920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T140928Z UID:10000399-1776344400-1776348000@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Prairies NCA Working Group: Online Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Prairies NCA Working GroupThe Prairies NCA 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/prairies-nca-working-group-online-meeting-apr16/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:QUEST Working Groups & CoPs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Prairies-WG-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T110000 DTSTAMP:20260524T132917 CREATED:20260422T141351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T141814Z UID:10000404-1777543200-1777546800@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Ontario Community Energy & Climate Working Group: Online Meeting DESCRIPTION:Next up for the Ontario Community Energy and Climate (ON CEC) Working GroupJoin Rob Kerr\, Senior Associate with QUEST Canada\, as he shares his knowledge and experience improving the value proposition of Community Energy and Emissions Plans. \nRob will also discuss communication strategies and outline supporting resources. And he’ll provide an overview of the contents of a solid economic impact assessment report: \n\nDescriptions and definitions of the transitioning energy economy\nDetermining community energy cost profiles from GHG inventories\nA look at energy inflation\nHow energy dollars flow in a status-quo energy system\nHow implementing a CEEPs keep energy dollars local\nThe basics of job creation and attracting inbound new investments\n\nA Q&A will follow Rob’s presentation. \nTo join in on the ON CEC Working Group\, please reach out to Gemma Pinchin\, Senior Lead\, Research & Projects at gpinchin@questcanada.org \nAnd please share this meeting notice with anyone you think would be interested in joining in on our Ontario discussions. \n Visit the QUEST Events Calendar URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/online-meeting-ontario-community-energy-climate-working-group-apr30/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:QUEST Working Groups & CoPs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ON-CEC-WG.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260430T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260430T140000 DTSTAMP:20260524T132917 CREATED:20260123T141449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T141455Z UID:10000400-1777554000-1777557600@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Atlantic Municipal Working Group: Online Meeting 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 Atlantic NCA Webpage URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/atlantic-municipal-working-group-online-meeting-apr30/ CATEGORIES:QUEST Working Groups & CoPs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Atlantic-WG-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260514T140000 DTSTAMP:20260524T132917 CREATED:20260123T142528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T193316Z UID:10000401-1778763600-1778767200@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Ontario NCA Working Group: Online Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Ontario Net-Zero Communities Accelerator (NCA) Working GroupIn the online Ontario NCA Working Group\, communities have the opportunity to meet eachother\, and present on their local energy transition initiatives and goals. Special guest speakers are also invited to present and answer questions on specific\, regional topics.  \nPlease share this meeting notice with colleagues\, and anyone in your network you think would be interested in joining in on our Ontario NCA working group discussions. \nHave questions\, looking for additional information\, or want to join our Ontario NCA Working Group meetings? \nPlease reach out to Naureen Othi\, QUEST Canada Lead\, Projects at: nothi@questcanada.org \n Visit the NCA Program Page URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/ontario-nca-working-group-online-meeting-may14/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:QUEST Working Groups & CoPs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/NCA_Ontario.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260623 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260626 DTSTAMP:20260524T132917 CREATED:20251124T150359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T192827Z UID:10000386-1782172800-1782431999@questcanada.org SUMMARY:District Energy IDEA2026 DESCRIPTION:Electricity Transformation Canada 2025June 23-26\, 2026 | Convention Centre | Ottawa\, Ontario\nThe IDEA2026 Annual Conference & Trade Show will convene an international district energy audience in Canada’s capital – not only to celebrate the remarkable progress driving district energy across the country\, but also to bring in global perspectives as we gather leaders from around the world to shape the industry’s future. \nNot only is the Ottawa Convention Centre a fantastic place to meet\, it’s also an exemplary example of a building benefitting from being connected to district energy\, alongside the Parliament Buildings\, National Arts Centre\, and downtown hospitals\, universities\, and office towers. \nLooking forward to seeing you in Ottawa in June! \n View the Conference Overview URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/district-energy-idea2026/ LOCATION:Ottawa\, ON\, Canada CATEGORIES:External Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/IDEA2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260623T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260623T180000 DTSTAMP:20260524T132917 CREATED:20260317T205520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T152938Z UID:10000403-1782203400-1782237600@questcanada.org SUMMARY:From Implementation to Job Creation: A Western Canada Project Initiation Workshop DESCRIPTION:Municipal and Indigenous leaders and staffs across Western Canada are being asked to lead their communities through one of the most significant energy landscape shifts in generations\, and most are doing it without a clear map. As most municipal and band offices don’t have in-house clean energy engineering and financing expertise\, nor the networks to find the right partners\, the cost of getting it wrong is real. \nTranslating ambitious plans into a concrete net-zero energy community project – that contributes to the local tax base and creates local jobs – takes a viable business case\, a funding strategy\, and a realistic path from planning\, to initiation\, to implementation – and is a ‘different-level’ next step in the process entirely. \nDesigned to close the gap\, reduce the risk \nCome spend the day with peers from across Manitoba\, Saskatchewan\, Alberta\, and British Columbia to work on similar challenges alongside a group of Subject Matter Experts in sustainable energy project development\, financing\, policy and funding. \nWho should attend? This workshop is designed for municipal and Indigenous community staff members and elected leaders\, and potential project developers\, energy infrastructure builders\, financers\, and professional service providers involved in: \n\nEnergy transition initiatives\, such as community solar\, building retrofits\, electric vehicle infrastructure\nProject planning\, financial management\, and economic development roles\, and\nLocal public engagement and consultation\n\nLocation (see map below): \nLife Sciences Innovation HubInnovate CalgaryUniversity of Calgary3655 36 St NW\, Calgary\, AB T2L 1Y8 \nWhy Attend? Through hands-on sessions\, participants will learn how to advance their community’s energy project concept – refine its scope\, strengthen its financial strategies\, and identify doable next steps. \nParticipants will leave with: \n\nA refined project scope and definition\, and clear critical path\nAn initial financial model and detailed funding strategy\nA solid plan for hiring contractors and managing project execution\nAn increased confidence to navigate a sustainable energy projects’ challenges\, and\nA strong\, local network of funders\, consultants\, and innovative\, experienced solution providers\n\n \n View the Workshop Preliminary Program (pdf)\n \n \n \n \n \n So energy spending stays local \nThis workshop is also about identifying and capturing new economic opportunities\, by helping municipalities and Indigenous communities craft well-designed projects that attract the kind of funding that creates local construction and skilled trades jobs\, supports new service businesses\, generates long-term operations and maintenance roles\, and keeps energy spending circulating within the local economy. \n \n Register for the June 23 Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Workshop Countdown\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 SMEs will be there to work with you \nThe working sessions won’t be presentations – they’ll be structured project development time with qualified Subject Matter Experts. You bring your project concept\, and you leave with a clearer scope\, an initial financial framework\, and a set of concrete project initiation next steps. \nParticipants will explore how different types of local energy projects – from community solar and building retrofits\, to EV infrastructure and district energy – will bolster local economic development\, bring skilled new job opportunities\, and support clean energy economy growth across Prairies communities. \nCanada’s transition to low-carbon energy systems represents one of the largest local net-zero development opportunities in decades – with great potential to attract solid investment as we build more resilient local economies. Waiting for the right moment to move an energy project from idea to action? The time is now. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Life Sciences Innovation Hub (LSIH)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Read Our Community Energy Transition Stories from Western Canada – To-date!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Okotoks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Medicine Hat \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n St. Albert \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n St-Pierre-Jolys \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pincher Creek \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n St. Theresa Point \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in Sponsoring the Workshop?The event will provide high-value exposure\, meaningful engagement directly with municipal and Indigenous project leaders\, and a chance to support local and enclusive\, innovative energy transition solutions. Please review our sponsorship package and contact us to learn more: mschweyer@questcanada.org. \n \n Learn About Workshop Sponsorship Opportunities (pdf)\n \n \n \n \n \n With Gratitude to Our Program SupportersThis event is made possible through the generous support of PrairiesCAN\, whose ongoing commitment to QUEST Canada’s NCA program empowers us to deliver workshops that advance our shared goals. We’re deeply grateful for their foundational support. \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 SponsorsThis event is made possible thanks to our generous sponsors: Alberta Real Estate Foundation and Alberta Ecotrust Foundation. Their commitment to building resilient communities and advancing sustainable solutions plays a vital role in making this work possible. We’re deeply grateful for their partnership. URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/a-western-canada-project-initiation-workshop-jun23/ CATEGORIES:QUEST Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Project-Initiation-Workshop-Calgary-June-23.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR