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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

      Jennifer Fletcher

      J Four Environmental

        Michael Lapointe

        Alberta Environment and Protected Areas

          Denys O’Keefe

          City of Calgary

            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.

                          Michelle Heffernan

                          Trace Associates Inc.

                            Annette Gear

                            Calgary Airports

                              Ian Hattie

                              WSP

                                Alison McGarry

                                McMillan LLP

                                  Talia Gordner

                                  McMillan LLP

                                    Heather Feil

                                    City of Calgary

                                      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

                                        WSP-logo
                                        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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