Agenda

Summit Day 1

Summit Day 2

Summit Day 3

Summit Day 1

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND INVESTMENT

The Hilton Vancouver Metrotown

February 25, 2026

7:30 AM

Networking & Breakfast

8:30 AM

Welcome Ceremony

Sam George, Tsleil-Waututh Nation

8:50 AM

Opening Remarks

Angie Whitfield, President & CEO, Burnaby Board of Trade

Mike Oulton, MC

9:00 AM

Sponsor Remarks

Chris Peters, CEO, Tourism Burnaby

Justin Reeve, Regional Advisor, Invest in Canada

Dr. Vidya Vankayala, Director, BCIT Applied Research

David Wells, VP Academic and Applied Research, VCC

9:30 AM

Keynote Presentation

Pockets of the Future

Climate futurist, Michael Barnard, highlights Canada’s potential to be seen as a global leader in clean energy. He explores how Canada can stand out by using existing resources and collaborating efficiently to secure its position on the world stage. Barnard identifies untapped potentials specific to BC, such as pre-fabricated mass timber and the strategic wind and solar relationship with the United States. Finally, he discusses what Burnaby and Metro Vancouver are getting right regarding District Energy optimism, and explores reality-based opportunities to define Burnaby as a sustainable Clean Energy Hub.

Speaker:

Michael Barnard

10:15 AM

Panel Discussion

Burnaby: Leading the Way in Clean Energy for a Strong Competitive Market

Burnaby has some of the most advanced Clean Energy facilities and companies in Canada. Panelists representing some of those companies- Corix, Svante, and Hydrogen in Motion- will be joining moderator and President & CEO of Burnaby Board of Trade, Angie Whitfield, to explore what makes Burnaby a perfect place to establish clean energy and tech companies. It's easier to collaborate with one another when we are all in the same beautiful city.

Speakers:

Brett Henkel

Diego Mandelbaum

Grace Quan

Moderator:

Angie Whitfield

11:00 AM

Coffee Break

11:15 AM

Panel Discussion

Funding for Clean Energy Projects in BC

Our expert panelists from RBCx, IGC, and HTEC will be discussing the complex recipes and different routes available to secure various funding opportunities from startups to large-scaled enterprises. Cleantech is on the rise and Burnaby is a terrific location to take advantage of this growing hub of potential with its established programs and existing economic ecosystems.

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12:00 PM

Q&A

12:15 PM

Networking & Lunch

1:30 PM

Breakout Sessions

Pathway to Commercialization

Tiffany Ballroom A

Let's dive into the different programs that collaboratively help clean energy and tech companies scale and thrive- from the spark of an idea into a full-fledged company contributing to de-carbonizing Canada. Each of the organizations represented on this panel support the journey into commercialization with different lenses, led by moderator Hami Ben Bassat.

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Collaborating Across Sectors

Tiffany Ballroom B/C

From Austria and Denmark to Canada- Collaborating Across Sectors is an important breakout panel that will discuss local and global perspectives and potential collaborations for the Clean Energy future in BC and Canada. Dr. Lygnerud from Denmark will be moderating this panel of experts to discuss how BC can diversify its clean energy ecosystem to prepare for the future. Karin Göttlich and Eva Marie Pusch from Austria will bring their expertise on raw materials and location-specific analysis, while local experts from BC Hydro and BlueForce Energy discuss how BC provides power residentially, commercially, and for transportation.

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Moderator:

Dr. Kristina Lygnerud

2:15 PM

Coffee Break

2:30 PM

Breakout Sessions

Equipping the Workforce for a Low-Carbon Economy

Tiffany Ballroom A

This breakout panel will discuss the critical role Post-Secondary education plays to prepare students to enter the Clean Energy sector. From micro-credentials to PHDs, there are many diverse programs, both online and in-person, that are accessible and prepare students to enter the clean energy workforce. From engineers to skilled trades, the opportunities are endless- and NOW is the time to develop these skills to prepare for a cleaner future.

Speakers:

Dr. Elaina Guilmette

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Moving Targets: Revolutionary Vehicle Grid Integration

Tiffany Ballroom B/C

What if electric vehicles actually sent energy BACK INTO THE GRID? That's exactly the kind of new technology being utilized by Lynch Bus Systems with Vehicle to Grid Integration. Learn more about this upcoming technology and the potential of Vehicle-to-Everything with experts In the room, led by Robert Safrata, CEO of Fuse Power. Let's continue to push the needle towards a low-carbon economy.

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3:15 PM - 4:00 PM

Recap in the Crystal Ballroom

Please note that event details are subject to change. For more information, email ces@bbot.ca

Summit Day 2

IMPLEMENTATION AND POLICY

The Hilton Vancouver Metrotown

February 26, 2026

7:30 AM

Networking & Breakfast

8:30 AM

Welcome Ceremony

Coastal Wolfpack

9:00 AM

Sponsor Remarks

Honourable Adrian Dix, Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions (Pre-Recorded)

Elicia Maine, Simon Fraser University

His Worship, Mayor Mike Hurley, City of Burnaby

9:30 AM

Keynote Presentation

Flipping the Switch: From Regulation to Clean Energy Activation

Morettini highlights how Canada’s strong Sustainable-by-Design foundation sets the stage for immediate action. She explores how economic drivers, such as Deep Sky initiatives and liquified clean hydrogen, can position Canada as a global Climate Competitor. Focusing on Burnaby, she emphasizes the potential to scale District Energy using proven models without waiting for new breakthroughs, while AI software will be critical to manage the complexity of BC’s increasingly diversified power grid. Finally, Morettini outlines strategies to break silos by fostering collaboration between policymakers, innovators, and investors to effectively model and manage risk.

Speaker:

Elena Morettini

10:15 AM

Panel Discussion

Policy and Adoption: Getting Projects Off the Ground

Policy is the foundation of the energy transition, but activation is the goal. This session identifies the specific ways government and industry can collaborate to foster project adoption within established policy procedures.

Speaker:

Amandeep Garcha

Deborah Harford

Luke Gillies

Moderator:

Councillor Alison Gu

10:50 AM

Q&A Session

11:00 AM

Coffee Break

11:15 AM

Panel Discussion

The Progress and Opportunities of District Energy Locally and Abroad

District Energy Projects in Burnaby and Metro Vancouver are on the rise! We have expert panelists joining the conversation to discuss the current local projects as well as the future of District Energy in BC and Canada-broad. Let's keep the Clean Energy Transition moving forward by using a combination of existing systems and new technologies for efficiency and progress.

Speakers:

James Lota

Dr. Kristina Lygnerud

Lise Townsend

Shiva Prakash

Moderator:

Hami Ben Bassat

12:00 PM

Q&A Session

12:15 PM

Networking & Lunch

1:15 PM

Pop-Up Exhibitor Showcase & Networking

Step into the Tiffany Ballroom for a concentrated look at the future of energy. This interactive showcase features a curated selection of emerging startups and established leaders presenting their latest clean-tech innovations.

3:15 PM

Final Session

The Long-Term Impact of Buildings Going Green

What makes a building "green" and what is Burnaby's approach to both existing and future buildings to make them sustainable, low-carbon, and energy-efficient? Join us as we dive into this discussion for the final panel on Day 2 of the Clean Energy Summit. With expert panelists from policy to the grid, join the discussion about the innovations that are possible to define Burnaby and Metro Vancouver as catalysts in the future of building projects in Canada and beyond.

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