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2013

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JUN 1-30		National Electricity Month

JUN 6		QUESTtalk - Smart Energy in Canada's North: Challenges and Opportunities in Heating, Powering, and Fuelling our Northern and Remote Communities June 6, 2013 – Rideau Club, Ottawa, Ontario Keynote Speaker: David Morrison, President & CEO of Yukon Energy Corporation, Vice-Chair of the CEA Board of Directors, and Executive Chair of the CEA Sustainable Electricity Program. CEA is a founding and continuing sponsor of QUEST. Click here for more information and to register.

JUN 12-13		Smart Grid Modernization Summit June 12-13, 2013 – Toronto, Ontario Concrete, hands-on experiences in pilot projects and exclusive updates from industry experts on the latest standards, security threats, and technology innovations. Key topics include: upgrading legacy systems; energy storage technologies; transactive energy; microgrids; and more. Click here for more information. VIP Discount Code for CEA members: CEA200 ($200 off).

AUG 6-8		12th Annual Outage Management for Power Plants Conference August 6-8, 2013 - The Westin Dallas Park Central, Dallas, Texas The 12th Annual Outage Management for Power Plants Conference will focus on many of the same trends and topics that are familiar to outage managers year after year, including planning and scheduling challenges, working with limited budgets, managing the scope of outage projects, contractor management and safety issues. Members can quote 'CEA' to Michelew@marcusevansch.com to receive a $200.00 discount.

SEPT 23-25		2nd Annual Utility Analytics Week September 23-25, 2013 – Georgia International Conventions Center, Altanta, GA The only case study-focused utility analytics conference developed by utility and industry peers. At Utility Analytics Week, come learn what other utility companies are doing to lay the ground work for advanced analytics, and the challenges they have overcome to launch successful analytics efforts that are now transforming their businesses. As advanced analytics move ahead, now, more than ever, it is important to get back to basics to ensure your analytics foundations are able to support your growing analytics efforts. Registration includes multiple Institute member lead workshops and case study presentations, plus a solutions-based exhibit hall to create the ultimate analytics learning environment. Register today. Promo code for CEA members: CEA2013 (10% discount)

OCT 22		Industrial Application of Gas Turbines Committee Symposium October 22, 2013 – Banff, Alberta Speaker: Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Electricity Association, will participate in a panel called the "Evolving Role of Natural Gas in North American Energy Markets." Click here for more information.

Past Events

2013

MAY 5-8		CAMPUT Conference May 5-8, 2013 – Niagara Falls, Ontario During the conference, CEA is hosting the CEA Electric Utility Regulatory Innovation Workshop, which will include two panel discussions on May 8. Click here for more information.

MAY 1-3		The International Electricity Infrastructure Assurance Forum May 1-3, 2013 – Vancouver, British Columbia Keynote Speaker: Francis Bradley, Vice President, Policy Development, Canadian Electricity Association. CEA is a proud co-sponsor of this forum. Click here for more information.

APR 29- MAY 3		CS Week April 29 - May 3, 2013 – Tampa, Florida Speaker: Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Electricity Association. CEA is the host association for the Canada Day Workshop. Click here for more information.

APR 9-11		Auditing Association of Canada Annual Conference April 9-11, 2013 - Toronto, Ontario Speaker: Channa Perrera, Director, Sustainable Development, Canadian Electricity Association, will talk about the Sustainable Electricity program and the Sustainable Electricity Company brand designation. Click here for more information.

APR 7-9		International Electricity Summit April 7-9, 2013 - San Diego, CA Speaker: Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Electricity Association, will inform delegates about Canadian developments. Click here for more information.

MAR 20		AIEQ Convention: Convention on the Electrical Industry and Its Markets – the United States Association de l'industrie électrique du Québec March 20, 2013 – Montreal, Quebec Moderator: Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Electricity Association, will moderate the Smart Grid: A network in transition panel. Click here for more information.

MAR 11-12		International Critical Infrastructure Protection & Space Weather Workshop March 11-12, 2013 – Ottawa, Ontario Panelist: Francis Bradley, Vice President, Policy Development, Canadian Electricity Association, will be a panelist. CEA is a proud co-sponsor of this workshop.

MAR 5-7		Utility Analytics Summit March 5-7, 2013 – Napa, California CEA Analytics is proud to offer CEA members $50 off the summit price: use code CEA50. Click here for more information.

FEB 28		Canada 2020: Skilled Trades in the Energy Sector Policy Conference February 28, 2013 – Ottawa, Ontario Speakers: Gerard McDonald, Vice President Human Resources and Organizational Effectiveness, Nalcor Energy, and Vice Chair of the CEA HR Committee, will speak in panel one. Lyne Parent-Garvey, Chief Human Resources Officer, Hydro Ottawa, will speak in panel four. CEA is a proud sponsor and supporter of this invitation-only event.

FEB 14		Maritimes Energy Association Luncheon February 14, 2013 – Halifax, Nova Scotia Speaker: Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Electricity Association, will discuss the current state of Canada’s electricity infrastructure, and some of the current challenges in updating electricity capacity and reliability across Canada and in Nova Scotia. Click here for more information.

FEB 13		Cape Breton Partnership Luncheon February 13, 2013 – Cape Breton, Nova Scotia Speaker: Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Electricity Association, will discuss the indispensable necessity of electricity and the cost of planning ahead to deliver a safe and reliable electricity system to the next generation. For more information, please contact Samara Wiseman at wiseman@electricity.ca.

FEB 12		The Economic Club of Canada Presents: The Honourable Perrin Beatty February 12, 2013 - Ottawa, Ontario The topic will be "Restoring Canada's Competitive Edge: The Top 10 Barriers to Competitiveness." CEA is proud to be attending. Click here for more information.

FEB 11		Smart Grid in Ontario February 11, 2013 - Toronto, Ontario The Canadian Electricity Association is a proud sponsor of the Smart Grid in Ontario Conference. CEA members get a 10% discount off the conference price. Click here for more information.

FEB 5-6		Electric Vehicle & Infrastructure Summit February 5-6, 2013 - Toronto, Ontario Speaker: Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Electricity Association, will speak at a session called "Exploring Effective Policy Measures to Support EV Deployment and Encourage Uptake." Click here for more information.

JAN 24		PEO Ottawa Chapter Sustainability Seminar January 24, 2013 - Ottawa, ON Speaker: Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer, Canadian Electricity Association, will begin the seminar with "Electric Power Losses: In Power Generating Stations, Network, Local Distribution, and Challenges." Click here for more information.

JAN 24		Pembina Institute UnGala January 24, 2013 - Toronto, ON The Canadian Electricity Association is a proud sponsor of the Pembina Institute UnGala. Click here for more information.

JAN 22-24		11th Public Affairs January 22-24, 2013 - Ottawa, Ontario Speaker: Sandra Schwartz, Vice President, Policy Advocacy Canadian Electricity Association. Click here for more information.

JAN 17		5th Essentials of Lobbying January 17, 2013 - Ottawa, Ontario Co-lecturer: Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer Canadian Electricity Association. Click here for more information.


2012

NOV 28-29		Data Analytics for Utilities Summit November 28-29, 2012 - Toronto, Ontario The Canadian Electricity Association has partnered with organizers for this event. CEA members can save 15 per cent off the registration price with promo code CEA15.

NOV 20-23		Working Together: Collaborating to Develop the 2013 Northwest Territories Energy Plan November 20-23, 2012 - Yellowknife, Northwest Territories Speaker - Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Electricity Association, will offer perspective on some of the current energy supply issues facing Canada today, with a focus on the electricity sector.

NOV 20		2012 Polution Probe Annual Gala Dinner: Leaders in Learning November 20, 2012 - Toronto, Ontario The Canadian Electricity Association is a proud sponsor of the 2012 Pollution Probe Annual Gala Dinner. Click here for more information.

NOV 19		QUEST International Conference & Tradeshow - Smart Energy Communities in Cold Climates November 19, 2012 - Winnipeg, Manitoba Panelist - Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer - Canadian Electricity Association, participates in the panel, "Building ICES in Canada: How Municipalities, Utilities, and Developers can work together to advance smart energy communities." Click here for more information.
NOV 06		The Economic Club of Canada November 6, 2012 - Ottawa, Ontario Keynote Speaker - Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer - Canadian Electricity Association. Click here for details. Click here for the speech - PDF

OCT 30-31		SecureTech 2012: The Economics of Public Safety and National Security - Charting the Future Together October 30-31, 2012 - Ottawa, Ontario Panelist - Francis Bradley, Vice-President, Policy Development, Canadian Electricity Association, participates in Perimeter Security Panel 3: Protecting Critical Infrastructure and Developing & Incorporating Resilience Practices. Click here for more information.

OCT 24		Economic Edge Conference 2012 - Smart Cities of the Future October 24, 2012 - Calgary, Alberta Speaker - Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer - Canadian Electricity Association. The CEA is a proud sponsor of the Economic Edge Conference 2012

OCT 22		10th Annual Atlantic Canada & NE U.S. Energy Summit October 22, 2012 - Saint John, New Brunswick Keynote Speaker - Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer - Canadian Electricity Association

OCT 17-18		Sustainability Applied 2012 October 17-18, 2012 - Toronto, Ontario Canadian Electricity Association is a proud sponsor of Sustainability Applied 2012. Click here for registration information.

OCT 15-16		Smart Grid Canada 2012 October 15-16, 2012 - Toronto, Ontario SmartGrid Canada 2012 is being held in partnership with CEA Corporate Partner Member the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO).

OCT 9-10		SARA at 10 Years: Improving Endangered Species Conservation in Canada October 9-10, 2012 - Ottawa, Ontario Speaker - Sandra Schwartz, Vice President, Policy Advocacy - Canadian Electricity Association.

OCT 2-4		GridWeek 2012 October 2-4, 2012 - Washingon, D.C. Many CEA members participate in this annual event focused exclusively on Smart Grid challenges and opportunities. Click here for registration information.

OCT 2		CEA Occupational Health and Safety Awards Reception October 2, 2012 - Ottawa, Ontario The Canadian Electricity Association presents the invitation-only 2012 Occupational Health and Safety Awards Reception.

OCT 2		2012 Critical Infrastructure Summit October 2, 2012 - Ottawa, Ontario The Canadian Electricity Association is a proud sponsor of the 2012 Critical Infrastructure Summit.

AUG 07		Smart Grid Day at Canada House August 7, 2012 - London, England Keynote Speaker - Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer - Canadian Electricity Association

JULY 25-27		Council of the Federation July 25-27, 2012 - Halifax, Nova Scotia Gold Sponsor - Canadian Electricity Association will be a gold sponsor for the Council of the Federation summer meeting, hosted by Nova Scotia's Premier Darrell Dexter. CEA Message to Participants - click here CEA White paper - Click here to access the CEA white paper on the need for a policy and regulatory environment that looks to the long-term.

JULY 17-18		Electric Utility Consultants Inc. (EUCI) - Canadian Transmission Summit July 17-18, 2012 - Toronto, Ontario Keynote Speaker - Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer - Canadian Electricity Association. Click here to view presentation.

JUNE 23		The Energy Council 2012 - State & Provincial Trends in Energy June 23, 2012 - Saint John, New Brunswick Panel Speaker - Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer - Canadian Electricity Association.

MAY 15		World Forum on Energy Regulation - Changing Market Boundaries May 15, 2012 - Quebec City, Quebec Speaker - Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer - Canadian Electricity Association

MAY 01		Building on Rio+20: Canada's Role and Priorities in a Global Green Economy May 01, 2012 - Ottawa, Ontario Speaker - Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer - Canadian Electricity Association

MAR 20		Ontario Energy Network Luncheon March 20, 2012 Speaker - Jim Burpee, President and Chief Executive Officer - Canadian Electricity Association

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