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Agenda


8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  1. Registration, breakfast and networking

    Thursday, May 15 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM



8:55 AM - 12:00 PM
  1. Master of Ceremony

    Thursday, May 15 8:55 AM - 12:00 PM

    Master of Ceremony


9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
  1. Welcome and opening remarks

    Thursday, May 15 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

    Speaker(s)


9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
  1. Panel - Indigenous communities: Essential actors in the energy transition

    Thursday, May 15 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Moderator
    Panelist(s)


    For the energy transition to succeed, the renewable energy and energy storage industries must commit to continuously improving their approaches and ensuring that their plans align with the priorities of Indigenous communities. This panel will be an opportunity to further this conversation and educate participants about how best to work together for the energy transition across Québec.

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
  1. Wellness and networking break

    Thursday, May 15 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM




11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  1. Panel - The economic impact of the energy transition

    Thursday, May 15 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Moderator
    Panelist(s)


    As Québec strives to reach net-zero by 2050, it faces rapidly shifting economic and energy challenges, including supply chain pressures, greater competition, and the economic impacts of decarbonization. This panel will provide insights into these issues across North America, with an eye to how they will influence the development of renewable energy and energy storage projects here at home.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  1. Networking lunch

    Thursday, May 15 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM




12:55 PM - 5:00 PM
  1. Master of Ceremony

    Thursday, May 15 12:55 PM - 5:00 PM

    Master of Ceremony


1:00 PM - 1:20 PM
  1. Discussion: Update on the Public Utilities Tax (PUT)

    Thursday, May 15 1:00 PM - 1:20 PM

    Moderator
    Speaker(s)


    In its 2025-2026 budget, the Quebec government is proposing a reform of the Public Utilities Tax that could impact stakeholders in the energy sector. In this session, Jean Habel (Senior Director for Quebec and Atlantic Canada, CanREA) will provide an overview of the proposed changes, their financial implications and what they could mean strategically for energy companies operating in Quebec, in discussion with Luis Calzado (President & CEO, AQPER)

1:25 PM - 2:10 PM
  1. Discussion with Hydro-Quebec: The development of solar energy in Quebec

    Thursday, May 15 1:25 PM - 2:10 PM

    Moderator
    Speaker(s)


    The transition to a net-zero future calls for innovative and sustainable energy solutions. This session will highlight the strategic role of solar energy and other new approaches to electrifying Quebec’s economy. Dave Rhéaume (Executive Vice President of Commercial Activities and Chief of Customer Relations, Hydro-Québec), will share his expertise with Jean-Hugues Lapointe (Partner/Project Director, CIMA+). The discussion will address the challenges to overcome and the opportunities to seize in building a low-carbon economy, drawing on innovative solutions tailored to Quebec’s context.

2:15 PM - 2:55 PM
  1. Discussion: The CPTAQ’s key role in agricultural zones

    Thursday, May 15 2:15 PM - 2:55 PM

    Moderator
    Speaker(s)


    As Quebec accelerates its transition to renewable energy, new pressures are emerging on agricultural zones. Wind farm projects and energy infrastructure often requires spaces that encroach on this zone. In this context, the Commission de protection du territoire agricole du Québec (CPTAQ) plays a crucial role in agricultural land preservation. In this session, participants will learn how the CPTAQ evaluates renewable energy land use proposals, navigates competing interests and respects its mandate to protect a resource that is both economically and ecologically essential.

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
  1. Wellness and networking break

    Thursday, May 15 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM




3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
  1. Panel - Accelerating acceptability: Optimizing the rollout of renewable energy projects in Québec

    Thursday, May 15 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

    Moderator
    Panelist(s)


    Successful renewable energy and energy storage projects must meet strict environmental and social acceptability standards. As regulations, climate and logistical challenges change, so too must the energy sector. This panel will cover these issues and the best practices for optimizing the rollout of energy transition projects in Québec in order to reach net-zero by 2050.

4:30 PM - 4:55 PM
  1. Discussion with Philippe Dunsky - Quebec’s Energy Advantage : A Vision for the Future

    Thursday, May 15 4:30 PM - 4:55 PM

    Moderator
    Speaker(s)


    In this discussion, Philippe Dunsky will outline his vision for Quebec's energy future, focusing on how the province’s abundant renewable resources can be harnessed to drive the transition to a low-carbon economy.

    The conversation will explore Quebec's strategic strengths -- notably in energy production --, the challenges in front of it, and its potential to lead in global sustainability efforts. Philippe will also share insights on the innovation opportunities ahead and how Quebec can preserve its competitive energy advantage in an ever-evolving global market.

4:55 PM - 5:00 PM
  1. Closing remarks

    Thursday, May 15 4:55 PM - 5:00 PM

    Speaker(s)


5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  1. CanREA Connects—Québec: Networking reception

    Thursday, May 15 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM