EHRC’s Awards of Excellence connects, convenes, and inspires the electricity industry across Canada. This signature event recognizes and celebrates the outstanding accomplishments of employees, leaders and teams who are making a positive and tangible impact on their organization while contributing to the composition of a highly skilled workforce in the electricity industry.

The 12th annual event is attended by employers, HR leaders, industry associations, labour organizations, academic institutions, and government representatives committed to strengthening our industry together.

And you should too!

Program Highlights

Engage in invigorating and insightful conversations with the industry’s brightest minds on topics that matter most. These won’t be your average presentations; they’re engaging discussions for everyone!

Celebrate inspiring award recognitions that highlight the stories of industry changemakers and their positive impact.

Foster prime networking connections with industry peers, fostering new professional relationships while strengthening existing ones.

Enjoy a stellar food menu featuring breakfast, a coffee break, and lunch, all crafted with delicious, locally sourced ingredients.

Keynote Speaker: Amber Mac

Technology and Innovation Speaker | Co-Host, The Feed on SiriusXM | President, AmberMac Media, Inc.

Considered by many to be the go-to expert on anything to do with technology, Amber Mac helps companies and audiences stay ahead of the curve. She is an industry veteran, renowned as a journalist, moderator, entrepreneur, podcaster, and author. Whatever the setting, Mac offers clarity and a passion for digital innovation in all forms.

Panel & Presentation: The Energy Transition in Indigenous Communities

Moderated by JP Gladu, Founder and Principal, Mokwateh

With Panellists:

Jordan Peterson, President & CEO, Affinity North
Jeremy Rhodes, Executive Director, Elephant Thoughts
Valerie Vanderwyk, Executive Director, Aboriginal Apprenticeship Board of Ontario (AABO)

Presentation by Max Skudra, Partner, Mokwateh

This session is an insightful and invigorating exploration of Indigenous community capacities to transition to renewable energy solutions. It marks the release of EHRC’s Indigenous Labour Market Intelligence (LMI) and presents the research undertaken with Indigenous communities to understand the path toward cleaner, more sustainable energy generation.

It also discusses youth education initiatives that are interconnected with the overarching project, including an up-close and hands-on interaction with The Great Canadian Electricity Map.

Indigenous Opening: Dr. Verne Ross

Assistant Professor, University of Toronto Centre for Indigenous Studies

Dr. Verne Ross is from Cote First Nation, a Sealteaux Nation of Treaty 4, Saskatchewan. Starting his career advocating for Indigenous families in hospitals in Regina, he founded the Indigenous Health Program at Pasqua Hospital. Verne collaborates with traditional healers and language interpreters, working under the guidance of Elders as a Traditional Knowledge keeper. He serves as a social worker, teacher and mentor at the University of Toronto.

The Awards of Excellence honour the remarkable achievements of employees, leaders and teams who contribute positively to a highly skilled electricity workforce. Nominations were received online from September to November 2024.

In addition to the Leader of the Year, we are thrilled to announce and present the awards in the following categories.

 ·  Emerging Leader of the Year
 ·  HR Innovator
 ·  Workplace DEI Champion
 ·  Workplace Culture Innovator

Who will receive these prestigious awards? Join us to find out!

Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel
123 Queen St. W, Toronto, ON M5H 2M9

Join us for the Awards of Excellence and enjoy a special discounted rate of $289/night.

Conveniently located two blocks from Vantage Venues, the hotel offers comfortable accommodations and top-notch amenities. Book your room now to enjoy the best rates and ensure a hassle-free stay the night before the event.

Book by Jan. 21, 2025 to secure your rate.

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