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SUMMARY:Marine Renewables Spring Summit
DESCRIPTION:Building the Supply Chain and Fostering Partnerships   \nThe Marine Renewables Spring Summit will bring together industry\, suppliers\, Indigenous partners\, training institutions\, and economic development leaders to focus on strengthening the marine renewables supply chain.   \nAs tidal and offshore wind activity accelerates in Atlantic Canada\, the event will provide practical guidance\, procurement insights\, and actionable advice to help businesses and communities prepare for\, participate in\, and benefit from a growing marine renewables market.   \nBeyond project readiness\, the summit will highlight the importance of building durable partnerships that ensure local and Indigenous participation in the sector’s growth. Through collaboration\, workforce development\, and stronger connections between industry and community\, the event aims to support a resilient\, inclusive supply chain that delivers long-term economic benefits for the region and Canada.   \nYou can register at the bottom of the page. \nThank you to our sponsors!   \nEvent Sponsor  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAGENDA \n9:00 am – 9:15 am  | Opening and Welcome   \nSpeakers: \n\nElisa Obermann\, Executive Director\, Marine Renewables Canada \n\n\nMarco MacLeod\, Ministerial Assistant to the Minister of Energy\, Government of Nova Scotia\n\n\n9:15 am – 10:15 am | Projects and Opportunities on the Horizon   \nThis session will provide an overview of upcoming tidal and offshore wind activity in Nova Scotia and what it means for suppliers and communities across the region. Attendees will hear directly from industry leaders about activity and development timelines\, anticipated procurement needs\, and the types of goods and services that will be required in the near and medium term. The discussion will help businesses understand where opportunities are emerging and how to begin preparing.    \nModerator: Elisa Obermann\, Executive Director\, Marine Renewables Canada \nSpeakers: \n\nTBC\, Orbital Marine Power\nLindsay Bennett\, Executive Director\, Fundy Ocean Research Centre for Energy (FORCE)\nAdrienne Downey\, Director\, Offshore Wind\, Power Advisory \n\n\nMorning theme: Building Supplier Capacity    \n10:15 am – 11:00 am | What  Developers Need from Suppliers: A Clear Roadmap to Qualification   \nIndustry experts will outline what it takes for suppliers to successfully enter marine renewable energy supply chains. Topics will include procurement cycles\, qualification processes\, technical standards\, and health\, safety\, and environmental expectations. Attendees will gain practical insight into how to position their companies to meet developer requirements and compete for upcoming contracts.    \nModerator: Dawn MacDonald\, Global Energy Infrastructure Lead\, AECOM \nSpeakers: \n\nMaria Pallard\, Principal Consultant\, ABL \nBrett Persons\, Sales Director – Offshore Americas\, Siemens Gamesa\n\n\n11:00 am – 11:30 am | Refreshment  Break   \n\n11:30 am – 12:30 pm | Bridging the Gap: Helping SMEs Enter the Marine Renewables Market   \nThis session will explore how small and medium-sized enterprises can enter the marine renewables sector by leveraging experience from related ocean industries. Speakers will also share vendor best practices\, mentorship approaches between larger contractors and local businesses\, and real-world case studies of companies that have successfully entered the market. Attendees will learn practical steps to reduce barriers and accelerate participation.   \nModerator: Anne-Marie Belliveau\, Owner\, Projectable Consulting \nSpeakers: \n\nThomas Newcomb\, Senior Chief Consultant\, Ramboll \nRalph Bastarache\, Chief Commercial Officer\, Ocean Sonics \nJennifer MacNeil\, Energy Sector Development Officer\, Cape Breton Partnership  \nJames Craig\, Chief Development Officer\, Canada’s Ocean Supercluster \n\n\n12:30 pm – 1:30 pm | Networking Lunch    \n\nAfternoon theme: Engaging Local & Indigenous Communities    \n1:30 pm – 2:30 pm | Indigenous-Led Supply Chain Participation   \nThis session will highlight opportunities for meaningful Indigenous participation in marine renewables supply chains. Speakers will discuss approaches to identifying Indigenous partners\, supporting Indigenous-owned businesses\, and strengthening inclusive procurement practices. Attendees will also learn about tools and initiatives that help developers and suppliers connect with Indigenous service providers.   \nModerator: Barb Bryden\, Stakeholder\, Rights Holder & Community Liaison Manager\, DP Energy \nSpeakers: \n\nTracy Menge\, Benefits Officer\, KMKNO\nDenise Pothier\, Chief Operating Officer\, Canada Council for Aboriginal Business (CCIB)\n\n\n2:30 pm – 3:30 pm | Building Opportunities for Local Workers   \nFocusing on workforce development\, this discussion will examine how partnerships with colleges\, training institutions\, and community organizations can prepare workers for marine renewable energy careers and upcoming opportunities. Speakers will share examples of successful programs\, strategies for reducing barriers to entry for youth and underrepresented groups\, and lessons learned from regional and industry experience.  \nSpeakers: \n\nSheldon Polowin\, Economist\, Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC)\nSherry Scully\, Principal\, SES Workforce Research and Consulting\nKaren Paul\, Executive Director\, Workforce Warriors \n\n\n3:30 pm – 3:30 pm | Refreshment  Break    \n\n3:30 pm – 4:15 pm  | Closing  Panel Discussion: Lessons from Other Jurisdictions  and Industries: Community-Driven Supply Chains    \nThe closing panel will examine how regions around the world have successfully developed local supply chains to support emerging energy industries. Drawing lessons from offshore wind markets alongside Nova Scotia’s own experience building ocean sectors\, panelists will share practical strategies for strengthening local participation\, aligning industry and community interests\, and capturing long-term economic value through coordinated supply chain development. Attendees will leave with insights into how collaboration between developers\, governments\, and local businesses can accelerate sustainable industry growth.   \nModerator: Mohammad Ali Raza\, Partner\, Cox & Palmer \nSpeakers: \n\nSarah Courbis\, Principal Environmental Scientist\, EPI Group\nTBC\, Orbital Marine Power\nDavid MacGregor\, Associate Deputy Minister\, Nova Scotia Department of Energy\n\n\n4:15 pm – 4:30 pm  | Summit Closing \n\n4:30 pm – 6:00 pm  | Networking Reception \n\nDownload the agenda overview here. \n \nEvent Details \nDate: May 12\, 2026\nTime: 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. AT | Networking Reception from 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. AT\nLocation: Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel\, Nova Scotia Ballroom\, 1919 Upper Water St\, Halifax\, NS\nCost: $275 (MRC Members) | $375 (Non-Members)  \nHotel Accommodations: MRC has secured a group rate at the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel. You can access the booking link here\, and rooms are available to book until April 17\, 2026. \n— \nStand out. Grow your business. Sponsor the Summit! \nView all opportunities here. \nFor more information\, please connect with: \nAmanda White\, Senior Director\, Operations & Member Services\n📧  amanda@marinerenewables.ca \nThank you to our sponsors!   \nEvent Sponsor 
URL:https://marinerenewables.ca/event/marine-renewables-spring-summit/
LOCATION:Marriott Harbourfront Hotel\, 1919 Upper Water St\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 3J5
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SUMMARY:Regional Member Exchange & Mixer | St. John's\, Newfoundland & Labrador
DESCRIPTION:Calling all Marine Renewables Canada members! \nJoin us this year for Regional Member Exchanges and Mixers – in-person gatherings built around meaningful conversation between members\, guest speakers\, and the Marine Renewables Canada (MRC) team. This year’s sessions will take place in Nova Scotia\, British Columbia\, and Newfoundland and Labrador. Be part of the conversation and help us grow the sector! \nThese events will bring members together to exchange insights\, share regional perspectives\, and explore challenges and opportunities shaping Canada’s marine renewable energy sector. You’ll also learn more about activities underway by MRC to support sector growth. \nWith two events in Atlantic Canada and one in British Columbia\, each Member Exchange will focus on regional priorities while and discuss ways that MRC can work with its members to drive industry development. Member input is central to these discussions and will continue to inform MRC’s future programs\, plans\, and initiatives. \nRoundtable Objectives: \n\nShare industry insights and best practices\nDiscuss emerging trends\, challenges\, and opportunities\nStrengthen information sharing and collaboration\nProvide updates on MRC’s activities and initiatives\, and encourage feedback\nSupport networking and relationship building\n\nAn informal mixer will follow – a perfect opportunity to keep the conversation going and network with other MRC members! \nThese events are exclusive to MRC members. \nRegistration is required – in-person only. \n— \nDate: September 17 \nTime: 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. NT \nLocation: St. John’s\, NL – Venue TBC
URL:https://marinerenewables.ca/event/regional-member-exchange-mixer-st-johns-newfoundland-labrador/
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SUMMARY:Marine Renewables Canada 2026 Conference & Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:November 17-19\, the industry will gather in Ottawa. Will you be there?\nJoin us in the nation’s capital for the only national conference dedicated to tidal\, offshore wind\, wave\, and river current energy. This premier event brings together industry leaders\, innovators\, policymakers\, researchers\, Indigenous partners\, and communities working to advance Canada’s marine renewable energy sector. \nUnder the theme Powering Canada’s Clean Energy Future\, the conference will explore how marine renewables can strengthen Canada’s energy system\, drive economic growth\, and accelerate the global energy transition. With the Sector Vision 2050 projecting an estimated $12 billion in GDP from construction activity alone and more than 115\,000 jobs\, this is where the ideas\, partnerships\, and momentum come together to turn opportunity into action. \nOver three dynamic days\, participants will explore the policies\, partnerships\, technologies\, and investments shaping the sector through expert panels\, technical sessions\, and networking events. \nIndustry leadership and sector progress\n  \nHighlights of Canadian achievements\, milestones\, and developments from industry leaders. \nMarket outlook and global opportunities\n  \nExploration of emerging markets and investment opportunities in Canada and internationally. \nPolicy and regulatory insights\n  \nUpdates on government initiatives\, regulatory frameworks\, and policies enabling sector growth. \nIndigenous leadership and partnerships\n  \nDiscussions on Indigenous participation\, perspectives\, and opportunities across the sector. \nResearch and innovation sessions\n  \nA dedicated technical track featuring cutting-edge work in offshore wind\, tidal\, wave\, and river current energy. \n\nSupply chain and industry exhibition\nA dynamic showcase of technologies\, services\, and expertise supporting marine renewable energy development. \nMember-only workshops\nExclusive pre-conference\, for-members\, by-members sessions focused on industry development\, collaboration\, and business growth. \nNetworking and partnership building\nEvents designed to connect leaders across industry – featuring B2B meetings\, an international delegate program\, and a variety of receptions to spark new partnerships. \n🌐 Website: marinrerenewablesconference.ca
URL:https://marinerenewables.ca/event/marine-renewables-canada-2026-conference-exhibition/
LOCATION:The Westin Ottawa\, 1 Colonel By Dr\, Ottawa\, Ontario\, K1N 9J1\, Canada
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