9:30am: Keynote - Sustainability: What Now?
Keynote Presentation
Location
Conference Room - Main Floor
Speakers
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Keynote Speaker: Dr. Jack Mintz
Summary
Presented in partnership with Unleashing Canadian Potential, this keynote presentation explores whether sustainability still makes business sense amid shifting global policies. Join Dr. Jack Mintz, for a bold keynote on thriving in a world where climate agendas fade and environmental impacts rise. Can purpose and profit still align? Let’s find out.
10:30am: Presentation - Business Climate Partnership Program
Program Presentation
Location
Conference Room - Main Floor
Speakers
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Speaker: Cllr. Gurpartap Singh Toor - Regional Councillor Wards 9&10
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Speaker: Matt Brunette - Program Manager, Partners in Project Green
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Case Study: Joel Munilal - Designed Precision Castings
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Case Study: Chris Gilbert - Tipco
Summary
Delivered by the City of Brampton in partnership with Toronto and Region Conservation Authority’s Partners in Project Green, this program will officially launch offering up to 10 businesses an opportunity to receive a free site assessment (value of $2500.00). By participating in this program, experts will help identify energy and cost saving measures, along with best practices and recommendations to improve the resilience of your facility and environmental impact. Join this keynote presentation to hear first-hand from participants on their experiences and the opportunities and benefits they have seen as a result.
11:00 am: Panel Discussion A – Meeting our Energy Needs
Panel Discussion A
Location
Conference Room - Main Floor
Speakers
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Moderator: Vijai Singh - Manager, Policy & Government Relations, BBOT
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Panelist: Raman Bansal - Manager Key Accounts, Alectra Energy Solutions
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Panelist: Todd Ernst - Director Energy & Environment, Toronto Pearson
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Panelist: Tony Iacobelli - Executive Director, Centre for Community Energy Transformation
Summary
Presented by: Brampton Board of Trade
Topic Focus: How can we meet the needs of our future economy in a green fashion? Panelists to reflect a variety of perspectives on the demands on the power grid and how to cleanly meet requirements.
1:00 pm: Panel Discussion B – Climate Policy in the New World
Choose Between Panel B & C
Location
Breakout Room - 2nd Floor
Speakers
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Moderator: Paul Grenier - Manager Government Affairs, The Clorox Company
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Panelist: Gerry Protti - President, Collaborative Canada Energy Solutions
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Panelist: Catherine Swift - President, Coalition Concerned Manufacturers and Businesses
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Panelist: Tracey Bodnarchuk - CEO, Canada Powered by Women
Summary
Presented by: Unleashing Canadian Potential
Topic Focus: What are the factors driving energy policy? How can we continue to influence regulation that supports economic growth, energy independence, sustainability and the priorities of businesses and Canadians.
1:00 pm: Panel Discussion C – Sustainable in Action - Tools & Best Practices for Impact Change
Choose Between Panel B & C
Location
Conference Room - Main Floor
Speakers
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Moderator: Chaya Chengappa - Program Manager, Partners in Project Green
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Panelist: Sanders Lazier - Founder, Carbonhound
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Panelist: Bruce Taylor - President, Enviro-Stewards
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Panelist: Karen Yoshiki-Gravelsins - VP, Corporate Stewardship & Operational Excellence, Magellan Aerospace
Summary
Presented By: Partners in Project Green
Topic Focus: Learn about tools, resources, and approaches that are helping organizations develop and advance their sustainability plans. Hear directly from solutions providers (Enviro-Stewards and Carbonhound) on how they are supporting organizations across Canada with decarbonization and cost savings. Magellan Aerospace will share achievements and lessons learned from their sustainability journey.
2:00 pm: Panel Discussion D – Green Innovation
Panel Discussion D
Location
Conference Room - Main Floor
Speakers
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Moderator: Bryan Duarte - Entrepreneur in Residence, Altitude Accelerator
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Panelist: Behdad Bahrami - CEO & Co-Founder, Edgecom Energy
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Panelist: Aaron Guan - CEO, Neptune Nano
Summary
Presented By: Altitude Accelerator
Topic Focus: Innovations and emerging technologies in sustainability and cleantech
12:30pm - Canon Canada Facility Tour
Choose a Facility Tour Timeslot
Location
Main Foyer
Summary
Take a guided tour of Canon Canada's LEED® Gold-certified Brampton Headquarters—an innovative, eco-conscious facility designed with sustainability at its core. Explore how the building showcases Canon’s commitment to energy efficiency, environmental responsibility, and workplace wellness.
3:00pm - Canon Canada Facility Tour
Choose a Facility Tour Timeslot
Location
Main Foyer
Summary
Take a guided tour of Canon Canada's LEED® Gold-certified Brampton Headquarters—an innovative, eco-conscious facility designed with sustainability at its core. Explore how the building showcases Canon’s commitment to energy efficiency, environmental responsibility, and workplace wellness.
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