Welcome to Powering Prosperity Toronto
Powering Prosperity brings together leaders from across sectors to focus on practical, business-driven solutions that connect energy policy to economic growth and everyday affordability. We promise you’ll leave the day inspired, more connected and confident that your voice has contributed to a meaningful national conversation.
We also have an exciting update! The Honourable Stephen Lecce, Ontario Minister of Energy and Mines will be bringing his voice to the discussion. With this welcome addition, we will be starting our program a little earlier, at 9:15 AM. Read below for everything you need to know:
Event details
The Westin Harbour Castle, Toronto
Harbour Ballroom
1 Harbour Square
Toronto, ON M5J 1A6
Agenda
Guests arrive, coffee and networking
Tracey Bodnarchuk, Chelsea Medcalfe, Heather Owen
Setting the stage for the day, connecting energy policy to the lives of Canadian women and the economy, with new national research from Leger and Canada Powered by Women.
Moderator: Becky Penrice
Panelists: Jen Grado, Cara-Lynne Wade, Jodi Kasten, Colleen Dizep
Exploring how energy policy and economic growth intersect and what it means for Canada’s competitiveness.
Stephanie Prior, Marilyn Whittingham, Amber Reimer and Deloitte team
Gathering insights from engaged women to inform a national report on Canada’s economy, energy and resource development.
Sue Riddell Rose, Tracey Bodnarchuk
CPW Ontario chapter volunteer committee
Key takeaways and next steps to support continued engagement.
Connect with speakers and participants and continue the conversation.
Speaker bios
Learn more about the leaders joining the conversation at Powering Prosperity.
What to bring
- A notebook or device for inspiration, notes and calls to action
- Business cards or QR codes for networking and making new connections
- A smartphone to access digital speaker bios, interactive components of the day and socials to share your perspectives and photos
- An open mind to participate in dynamic table discussions and a hands-on workshop
- Want to wear the mission? Make sure to bring some spending money for our CPW pop-up fundraiser
Food and refreshments
We are pleased to keep you fuelled throughout the day with coffee and tea service, a morning snack, a full buffet lunch and a closing reception to celebrate our shared work.
Workshop seating switch
During the afternoon, we will transition to an interactive workshop facilitated by the Deloitte team. To foster new perspectives and diverse high-level discussions, please be prepared to switch tables for this portion of the day.
You will find your assigned workshop table number on the back of your name badge, which you will collect at the registration desk when you arrive. Mixing tables ensures there is wide-ranging dialogue and a diversity of views shared during the workshop portion of the day. It is also a great opportunity to make new connections.
Policy cards: please read in advance
One focus of the interactive workshop will be three current Canadian policies: the Clean Electricity Act, the Impact Assessment Act and the Industrial Carbon Tax. To make the most of your workshop experience, please take a few minutes in advance to review the background policy cards.
These will help ground conversations and ensure we can move quickly into meaningful dialogue during the session.
The countdown is on
Canada enters this moment with significant opportunity. As one of the world’s most stable and resource-rich energy producers, we have what it takes to support Canadians at home and contribute meaningfully on the global stage. At the same time, challenges around policy clarity and infrastructure mean progress is not always as straightforward as it could be.
That is why this conversation matters now.
If you have any questions ahead of the event, feel free to reach out. We’re excited to have you with us and look forward to a strong and engaging day together.
Warmly,
Canada Powered by Women
