BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//QUEST Canada - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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/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: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/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260610T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260610T150000 DTSTAMP:20260629T135012 CREATED:20260504T191523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T150209Z UID:10000405-1781096400-1781103600@questcanada.org SUMMARY:An Online Train-the-Trainer Session in Thermal Energy Networks DESCRIPTION:Join us online June 10 for a TENs Train-the-Trainer SessionThermal Energy Networks are gaining momentum in Canada\, with over 250 systems already in place\, particularly in urban centers and northern communities. But despite this promise\, TENs serve only 3% of our heating demand. \nFor thermal energy networks to emerge as a critical strategy for community-scale building decarbonization in Canada\, there’s an immediate need for knowledgeable regional trainers who can champion\, advise\, and build support in local stakeholders. \nDesigned for regional delivery partners who have relationships with municipalities\, First Nations\, utilities or building sector players\, and the ability to deliver capacity-building and follow-up support\, the training session will: \n\nEquip participants with a clear understanding of TENs fundamentals and their Canadian context.\nEnable trainers to deliver TENs regional presentations and support for their own networks.\nTeach participants how to use and adapt BDA’s TENs deliverables (whitepaper and toolkit) to local needs.\nBegin the creation of a self-sustaining TENs ecosystem where knowledge spreads through regional networks.\nConnect trainers across regions to share lessons learned and keep advancing Thermal Energy Network projects.\n\nThe Benefits \nThis online Train-the-Trainer session aims to equip regional partner representatives\, intermediary organization champions\, and other potential trainers with the knowledge and tools to work with established local partnerships and networks\, and build their awareness and self-confidence to carry TENs education and build support out in their own jurisdictions. \nTrainers will come away armed with a clear understanding of the extent of TENs’ potential\, the techno-economic opportunities present\, and ways to integrate best-practice approaches into municipal\, provincial and federal regulations\, and First Nations’ ways of life. \n Register for the June 10 TENS Train-the-Trainer Session\n \n Understand the Potential of TENs in Canada URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/online-train-the-trainer-session-in-thermal-energy-networks/ CATEGORIES:QUEST Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/TENs-June-10-Train-the-Trainer.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260618T140000 DTSTAMP:20260629T135012 CREATED:20260612T124815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T124820Z UID:10000409-1781787600-1781791200@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/ 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:20260629T135012 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:20260629T135013 CREATED:20260317T205520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T154541Z UID:10000403-1782203400-1782237600@questcanada.org SUMMARY:New Pathways to Standardization: A Western Canada Project Initiation Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Communities spend years developing Community Energy and Emissions Plans\, climate action plans\, and economic development strategies. Yet moving these local energy projects from planning to implementation remains a critical challenge. And while much of the national conversation focuses on federal and provincial policy\, the conditions that ultimately determine whether a project moves forward exist at the local level. \nTo address this gap\, QUEST Canada is convening an expert roundtable. Bringing together practitioners\, industry\, and municipal leaders to investigate the broad\, systemic question: \n“What standardized project implementation infrastructure\, support systems\, and shared approaches\, will help the next 100 communities move energy projects from ambition to implementation\, consistently\, energy-efficiently\, and at greater scale?” \nLocation (map below):Life Sciences Innovation Hub – Innovate CalgaryUniversity of Calgary3655 36 St NW\, Calgary\, AB T2L 1Y8 \nThis roundtable is designed to be a collaborative session operating under the Chatham House Rule. To ensure open\, candid dialogue participants will: \n\nGain Peer & Expert Insights: Learn directly from other practitioners\, utility partners\, and industry experts navigating the real-world realities of the energy transition.\nIdentify Practical Solutions: Move past high-level barriers and uncover concrete\, actionable ways to improve local infrastructure project outcomes.\nExamine Economic Benefits: Explore how localized project implementation can be leveraged to maximize local job creation\, retain economic value\, and attract regional investment.\nShape Future Investments: Help co-create a stakeholder-informed framework and final summary report that will directly inform future funding\, support programs\, and ecosystem investments.\n\n \n View the Roundtable Program (pdf)\n \n \n \n \n \n A realistic Prairies community simulation \nTo ground the conversation\, participants will use a realistic Canadian Prairies community simulation looking to initiate a net-zero related project (e.g.\, deep energy retrofits\, EV charging networks\, microgeneration)\, and then analyse the project initiation process. From this basis we’ll collectively identify challenges and opportunities\, then discuss new pathways to standardization. \n \n Register for the June 23 Workshop\n \n \n \n \n \n Designed to close the gap\, reduce the risk \nAs a community project lead\, roundtable sponsor\, or subject matter expert (i.e. project developer\, energy infrastructure developer\, financier\, or professional service provider\, etc.)\, your involvement plays an important role in supporting communities as they advance practical energy projects that generate economic development. \nCome enjoy the day focusing on knowledge sharing\, relationship building\, and hands-on collaboration between communities and experienced practitioners from across the energy ecosystem. \n \n \n \n \n \n Experts (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 \n \n \n Sheri Young\n Project Director – ICLEI’s ClimateInsight.ca\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bio\n Sheri uses nature-based solution stories and evidence demonstrated by science to make life better for everyone in a changing climate. Sheri has in her career worked on land reclamation and restoration\, air quality and climate emissions\, global assessments on biodiversity and land degradation\, and led the first natural asset inventory and valuation project in Alberta. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Evan Wilson\n Executive Director — Electrifying Canada\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bio\n Evan has led CanREA’s industry efforts on the creation of the Clean Energy Investment Tax Credits\, on the evolution of carbon pricing in Western Canada\, and on procurement of wind and solar technologies. He has also worked with the Canadian Energy Pipeline Association and at Global Public Affairs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Marla Orenstein\n Director\, Partnerships & Impact — Energy Futures Lab\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bio\n Marla builds collaborations that advance Canada’s transition to a sustainable energy future. She previously served as Director of Resources\, Environment and Economy at the Canada West Foundation\, and founded and led Habitat Health Impact Consulting. \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 Mostafa Khosravy\n Program Director — Enerva Energy Solutions\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bio\n With experience in energy management\, decarbonization\, and performance optimization\, Mostafa’s work focuses on strategic energy management and efficiency\, utility data analysis\, measurement and verification\, and the technical review of complex energy and emissions reduction initiatives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Marion Adda\n Director of Renewable Skills Initiative — Iron & Earth\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bio\n Marion started her career managing environmental studies and procedures for new public transit projects\, then pursued her goal to apply her project management skills-set in meaningful environmental initiatives with Iron & Earth. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\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\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 Roundtable?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 Roundtable 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/Calgary-Workshop-June-23-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="QUEST Canada":MAILTO:info@questcanada.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261006 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009 DTSTAMP:20260629T135013 CREATED:20260604T170515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T170521Z UID:10000407-1791244800-1791503999@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Value of Biogas West Conference DESCRIPTION:Value of Biogas West ConferenceOctober 6-8\, 2026 | Westin Bayshore Hotel | Vancouver\, BC\n2026 Value of Biogas West returns to beautiful Vancouver this fall. The three-day event features a site tour on Tuesday October 6\, one and a half days of conference programming on Wednesday and Thursday October 7 and 8\, an expanded open-concept exhibitor hall designed to encourage connection and conversation\, and plenty of networking opportunities. \nLearn more and Register here: https://biogasassociation.ca/vob2026west  \n Register today! URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/2026-value-of-biogas-west-conference/ LOCATION:Westin Bayshore Hotel\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:External Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://questcanada.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026_VOB.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261019 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261022 DTSTAMP:20260629T135013 CREATED:20260604T165052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T171154Z UID:10000406-1792368000-1792627199@questcanada.org SUMMARY:Electricity Transformation Canada 2026 DESCRIPTION:Electricity Transformation Canada 2026October 19-21\, 2026 | Enercare Centre | Toronto\, Ontario\nCanada’s largest renewable energy event is back! Electricity Transformation Canada returns to Toronto\, from October 19–21\, 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 ETC26QUEST10 for a 10% discount on a Full Conference pass. \n Register today! URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/electricity-transformation-canada-2026/ 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/2026/06/ECT2026-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTSTAMP:20260629T135013 CREATED:20260611T184647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T190607Z UID:10000408-1793232000-1793404799@questcanada.org SUMMARY:14th Annual Alberta Power Symposium DESCRIPTION:As federal climate and energy policy faces renewed scrutiny\, cross-border dynamics shift under the present US administration\, and Alberta pushes forward with market reform and affordability measures\, this year’s event offers a critical platform for bold conversations and forward-looking solutions. \nJoin 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. \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-QUEST27 \n \n Register for the 2026 Alberta Power Symposium URL:https://questcanada.org/questevent/14th-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/2026/06/Alberta-Power-Symposium.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR