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Proven. Trusted. Relevant.

Since 1992, CANECT courses have met the needs of Canada’s environmental managers, practitioners, and supervisors.

CANECT West 2026 will take place November 25 – 26 in Calgary, Alberta.

Benefits

CANECT’s practical professional development courses are designed to help you meet your environmental responsibilities.

  • Receive a Certificate of Attendance featuring Continuing Education Credits (CECs).
  • Access leading experts for one-on-one solutions to specific compliance problems.
  • Demonstrate your organization’s commitment to environmental due diligence.
  • Take home valuable reference and guidance materials.
  • Update your knowledge of new regulations.
  • Connect with technology and service providers.
Course topics

Courses are led by Canada’s leading environmental professionals and feature speakers from government agencies, industry and municipalities.

CANECT course topics regularly cover:

  • Environmental Regulation and Compliance
  • Contaminated Sites
  • Excess Soils
  • Environmental Management Systems
  • Water & Wastewater: Regulation and Compliance
  • Environmental Emergencies & Spills
  • Air Quality Challenges
  • Climate Change
  • Environmental, Social and Governance

CANECT West 2026 Courses

One full-day course per day. Click course titles to see speakers and agendas.

CANECT West 2026 Course Chairs

Sharon G.K. Singh

McMillan LLP

    Anand Srivastava

    Willms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP

      Guest Speakers

      Stay tuned for additional speaker announcements

      Jacquelyn Stevens

      Willms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP

        Canada Energy Regulator

        To be confirmed

          Joel Good

          RWDI

            Ian Bonsma

            HGC Noise Vibration Acoustics

              Mel Hamilton

              SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd.

                Sara Gregory

                British Columbia Energy Regulator

                  Calum Bonnington

                  GeoMarine Environmental Consultants Ltd.

                    Annette Gear

                    Calgary Airports

                      Ian Hattie

                      WSP

                        Robert Fewchuk

                        GHD

                          Alison McGarry

                          McMillan LLP

                            Talia Gordner

                            McMillan LLP

                              Heather Feil

                              City of Calgary

                                Claire Lingley

                                McMillan LLP

                                  Carl Spensieri

                                  Steamboat Risk Management

                                    NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

                                    CANECT West provides attendees with plentiful networking opportunities throughout the day including networking breakfasts, lunches and coffee breaks.

                                    Join fellow attendees and speakers for the Happy Hour Networking Reception, sponsored by Nimonik, held on November 25, following the day’s courses.

                                    TESTIMONIALS

                                    What delegates say about CANECT West

                                    “Very informative for today’s real world situations and challenges. Highly recommend this conference.”
                                    CEOSummit Earth
                                    “CANECT West was a fantastic experience and a valuable networking opportunity. I look forward to attending again.”
                                    Senior Regulatory AdvisorAllum Energy Advisory Service Ltd.
                                    “Very informative program that was able to bring together industry professionals to collaborate on emerging environmental topics and regulations. A must attend for any environmental professional.”
                                    Environmental SpecialistEdmonton Regional Airports Authority
                                    “CANECT West had interesting presentations and excellent speakers. I learned a lot and enjoyed connecting with other attendees.”
                                    Contaminated Sites Regional CoordinatorEnvironment and Climate Change Canada
                                    ” I thoroughly enjoyed the program and the diverse insights of the speakers.”
                                    Environment & Regulatory CoordinatorSECURE Waste Infrastructure Corp.
                                    “This experience was very educational. I gained knowledge that I can take back to my peers and apply in everyday work environments.”
                                    Environmental LeadGreen Infrastructure Partners

                                    CANECT West 2026 Sponsors and Partners

                                    Sponsor opportunities for CANECT West 2026 are available. For more information, contact Denise Simpson at denise@esemag.com.

                                    Premier Sponsors

                                    ERIS
                                    Nimonik

                                    Break Sponsors

                                    HGC-logo

                                    Reception Sponsors

                                    Nimonik

                                    Association Partners

                                    eco-canada-logo
                                    cbn logo
                                    CWWA logo
                                    ES&E Magazine logo

                                    FAQ

                                    When does CANECT West 2026 take place?

                                    November 25 – 26, 2026 in Calgary, Alberta.

                                    Where is CANECT West 2026 located?

                                    CANECT West 2026 will be held at the Holiday Inn & Suites Calgary South – Conference Centre, located at 8360 Blackfoot Trail SE Calgary, AB T2J 7E1.

                                    Is CANECT a virtual or in-person event?

                                    CANECT West 2026 will be held in-person only.

                                    For any questions or comments, please contact us Denise Simpson at:

                                    Hotel information

                                    Click here for hotel booking instructions.

                                    Who should attend CANECT?

                                    Main Job Titles Of Past CANECT Attendees

                                    Consultants, Directors, Engineers, Environmental Coordinators/Engineers/Officers, Environmental Health & Safety Coordinators/Managers/Specialists, Facility Managers, Maintenance Managers, Occupational Health & Safety Coordinators, Operators, Plant Managers, Spills Coordinators.

                                    What are the hours of CANECT?

                                    Registration opens: 8 AM

                                    Courses begin: 9 AM

                                    Lunch: 12 PM

                                    Courses finish: 4:30 pm

                                    I’d like to speak or suggest a speaker/topic for your next conference.

                                    If you have a suggestion for next year’s conference or would like to speak at CANECT, please contact Peter Davey, Conference Coordinator: peter@esemag.com

                                    How do I register for CANECT West?

                                    Click here to see registration information. CANECT registration is provided by MicroSpec.

                                    Does CANECT offer group pricing?

                                    Yes! Register a second person to save 5%, and a third or subsequent registrant to save 10%.

                                    For more group pricing information, contact Denise Simpson at: denise@esemag.com or 905-727-4666 ext. 21

                                    How do I become a sponsor of CANECT?

                                    For any questions relating to sponsorship, please contact Denise Simpson, CANECT Show Manager.

                                    Email: Denise@esemag.com

                                    Phone: 905-727-4666 x.21

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