Using electricity to change cities, homes, and industry.
As international trade dynamics shift daily and the race to decarbonize intensifies, Canada’s energy economy stands at a pivotal crossroads. The Walrus Talks Power Economy brings together seven leading voices to explore how Canada’s path to a sustainable future is increasingly tied to electrification and reindustrialization.
This thought-provoking event will delve into the economic, environmental, and social impacts of electrifying Canada’s economy. How will electrifying industries, transportation, and homes reshape the national economy? What role will innovations in energy storage and clean technologies play in building a sustainable, competitive Canada? How can Canada lead the global transition to a low-carbon future while ensuring economic resilience? What is a “power economy” now?
Join us in Toronto or online as we bridge the gap between research, policy, and the practical solutions that will define the future of energy and the Canadian economy.
Featuring seven-minute talks by:
- Dr. Faye Diamantoudi, Dean of Graduate Studies, Professor, Economics, Concordia University
- Chris Henderson, Founding Executive Director, Indigenous Clean Energy; Chair of the Volt-Age Circle of Partnership Committee; Convenor, Transformative Energy
- Moe Kabbara, Executive Vice President, The Transition Accelerator
- Rick Smith, President, Canadian Climate Institute
- Emily Whetung-MacInnes, Director, Indigenous Partnerships, Ontario Power Generation
- And more!
Isabel Bader Theatre
93 Charles St W, Toronto
Thursday, May 29, 2025
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ET
General Admission: $20
Student/Senior: $12
Livestream: Free with registration
Accessibility Information
We strive to be accessible and inclusive. If you require support to be able to fully participate in this event, please contact [email protected] or (416) 971-5004, ext. 232. Live captioning will be available for this event.
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2025 National Sponsors
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