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Strategic Forum on the Future of Energy in Quebec – 2nd Edition

Improving the energy performance of our businesses and leveraging major electrification projects Events The activity will be held in French. Monday, June 2, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Registration deadline: Friday, May 30, 2025

This forum is part of convertgence, an initiative co-developed by the Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal and BMO, which supports businesses in their green and energy transition.

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Strategic Forum on the Future of Energy in Quebec – 2nd Edition

Shaping the future of energy together

The Future of Energy Forum returns for its second edition at a pivotal moment for Quebec’s energy sector. Electricity demand is reaching unprecedented levels, and the transition to clean energy is accelerating. How can we ensure a stable supply while creating a predictable framework for businesses?

In this context, recent developments, such as Bill 69 and the challenges surrounding large-scale infrastructure projects, are reshaping priorities. As the North American market undergoes significant changes, Quebec must strengthen its energy sovereignty and seize opportunities in clean energy and the battery sector.

This forum will bring together key industry players to transform these challenges into growth opportunities. Together, let’s take action to build a more sustainable and competitive future.

Why is this forum important?

This event is a unique opportunity to bring together energy sector leaders, political and economic decision-makers, and industry experts. Together, we will address key challenges and explore opportunities to:

  • Strengthen Quebec’s energy sovereignty in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
  • Support businesses in their transition toward more sustainable practices.
  • Stimulate innovation and investment in clean energy.
  • Ensure the sustainability of ongoing and future energy projects.

This forum is dedicated to you

Whether you are:

  • A leader in the energy sector, a financing specialist, or responsible for energy transition initiatives.
  • An economic stakeholder in Quebec, executive, or professional committed to supporting the energy transition.
  • A public decision-maker, elected official, government representative, or policy expert working on energy regulations and funding programs.

Your voice matters! Join us to share your perspectives, explore innovative solutions, and help shape the future of energy.

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Conferences

Ideas to drive the energy transition
Attend strategic talks and inspiring panels featuring key players from the energy sector. Explore concrete solutions, innovations, and policies shaping the future of energy in Quebec.

Exhibition Zones

Discover the solutions powering tomorrow’s Quebec
Visit our exhibition area and meet organizations developing or supporting clean energy projects. From technologies to services and consulting, connect with those accelerating the transition on the ground.

Networking

Connect with the leaders shaping the energy future
Take advantage of dedicated networking spaces and a cocktail reception to meet industry leaders, public decision-makers, entrepreneurs, and experts. Build meaningful connections and spark collaboration in a rapidly evolving ecosystem.

With the participation of:

  • Karim Zaghib CEO, Volt-Age
    Full Professor of Chemical and Materials Engineering
    Concordia University

Key moments of the program:

12:30 p.m. – Participant check-in

1:00 p.m. – Conference sessions begin

Opening remarks:

  • Katerine-Lune Rollet Master of ceremonies
BLOCK 1
BLOCK
1

STRENGTHENING ENERGY RESILIENCE: STRATEGIES TO ADDRESS OUR COLLECTIVE CHALLENGES

This first block will explore strategic issues and opportunities related to strengthening our energy autonomy in a context of high demand for clean electricity and geopolitical instability. It will address how to develop our own energy mix and the financial tools needed to meet our decarbonization and production goals.

1:15 p.m. – Bringing a bold vision to life: Hydro-Québec in action

A must-attend session highlighting key advances from the 2035 Action Plan and the strategic choices shaping the province’s energy future.

  • Dave Rhéaume Executive Vice President, Commercial Activities and Client Relations
    Hydro-Québec

Moderator:

  • Jessica Bouchard Vice-President, Public and Economic Affairs and Impact Initiatives
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

1:30 p.m. – Urban transition: Energy loops at the heart of efficiency

Discover how energy loops are transforming our neighbourhoods into smart, sustainable, and resilient solutions to today’s urban energy challenges.

  • Jean-François Jaimes Executive Director, Development, Renewable Energy and LNG
    Énergir

Moderator:

  • Jessica Bouchard Vice-President, Public and Economic Affairs and Impact Initiatives
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

1:50 p.m. – Energy resilience: Diversification as a driving force

In a context of growing demand and geopolitical tensions, this panel will explore why diversifying our energy supply is crucial to building a more resilient, sovereign, and sustainable system.

  • Rehan Wasti Executive Vice President, Energy, Resources and Industry
    WSP Canada

Moderator:

  • Sandrine Veillette Head, Public and Economic Affairs
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

2:05 p.m. – Securing our critical minerals supply chains

As critical minerals become a strategic lever, learn how to build a strong, resilient local sector – from extraction to processing – to fully seize the opportunities available to Quebec.

  • Didier Arseguel Vice President, Technology
    Rio Tinto
  • Marc Bédard Chief Operating Officer, Metallurgical Assets
    Glencore

Moderator:

  • Karine Villeneuve Senior Director, Membership and Partnerships
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

2:20 p.m. – Financing and delivering the transition

Explore the key conditions for quickly financing and delivering clean energy projects by leveraging partnerships, integrating intermittent energy sources, and accelerating solar power development in Quebec.

  • Michel Letellier President and CEO
    Innergex
  • Bertrand Millot Head, Sustainable Investment
    CDPQ

Moderator:

  • Grégoire Baillargeon President
    BMO Financial Group, Quebec
    Vice-Chair
    BMO Capital Markets
BLOCK 2
BLOCK
2

THE ENERGY TRANSITION UNDERWAY: FOCUS ON PROJECTS

This segment will provide an overview of major energy and industrial projects currently underway or upcoming in Quebec. It will also explore the role of innovative sectors such as batteries and alternative energy, through a lens of innovation and energy diversification.

3:15 p.m. – In the era of reindustrialization: What pace for the battery sector?

This discussion explores how to build a competitive, innovative, and sovereign battery sector to position Quebec and Canada in the global race.

  • Karim Zaghib CEO, Volt-Age
    Full Professor of Chemical and Materials Engineering
    Concordia University

Moderator:

  • Jessica Bouchard Vice-President, Public and Economic Affairs and Impact Initiatives
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

3:30 p.m. – Energy Mix: Choosing the Right Levers, Acting Now

This panel examines how green hydrogen can be strategically integrated into Quebec’s energy mix and help secure our energy future—both locally and across North America.

  • Sébastien Mousseau Chief Operating Officer, Canada and Global Market Leader, Power and Renewable Energy
    AtkinsRéalis

Moderator:

  • Alexandrine Desourdy Director, Programming Strategy, Impact Initiatives and Community Relations
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

3:50 p.m. – Driving the energy transition through innovation

Discover innovative energy-efficient projects currently underway elsewhere in Canada that could significantly help meet Quebec’s growing demand for green energy.

  • Brice Philippe Vice President, Operations – Quebec, Atlantic and Hydroelectricity
    Aecon
BLOCK 3
BLOCK
3

TAKING ACTION TO CONSUME BETTER: IDENTIFYING AND ACTIVATING THE RIGHT LEVERS

This final block will focus on concrete solutions to optimize energy consumption and productivity, while accelerating the energy transition. Topics will include energy efficiency, self-production, and circularity within the value chains of the industrial and building sectors.

4:05 p.m. – On the road to carbon neutrality: The bold move to take action

Accelerate your industrial performance with practical energy efficiency solutions, optimized processes, and innovations ready to transform your operations.

  • Valérie Provost Senior Director, Energy Transition & Customer Experience
    Accenture

4:20 p.m. – Thermal networks: A concrete solution for building decarbonization

Discover how thermal networks can turn our buildings into allies of the energy transition by reducing their consumption and emissions.

  • Louis-Michel Desjardins Director – District Energy Networks, Equans
    Equans Services

4:30 p.m. – Optimizing energy, driving growth

A discussion on the strategic role of energy efficiency in organizational performance and international market expansion.

  • Nancy Desrosiers Director, ESG and Climate Change, Innovations and Solutions
    Norda Stelo
  • Gabriel Teyssedou Senior Project Director
    Ecosystem

Moderator:

  • Alexandre Faria Vice-President, Quebec Regio
    Export Development Canada

5:00 p.m. – Closing remarks & networking cocktail

6:00 p.m. – End of event

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Contact et informations

By phone:

514 871-4001

For more information

Camille De La Vega
Special Projects Manager
cdelavega@ccmm.ca

No cancellations or refunds as of 48 business hours before the event. Participant substitutions are accepted until the event is held. Please send cancellation notices by email at reservations@ccmm.ca.

Location

HEC Montréal – Hélène Desmarais Building

1075 Côte du Beaver Hall
Montréal, QC
H2Z 1S5

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