The Canadian Energy Marketing Conference brought to you by CEMA and presenting partners National Energy Equipment Inc., and Gilbarco Veeder-Root is the premier networking and educational event for the energy marketing industry in Canada. Join us April 28 to 30, 2025, at the Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre for our annual conference. We have an exciting slate of speakers and educational sessions planned.
Check back regularly for updated event information.
Check back regularly for updated event information.
Speakers and Schedule
Subject to change.
Monday, April 28
12:00 - 5:00 pm
Registration Open
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Pre-Conference Seminar, presented by Waleco Inc. and Dover Fueling Solutions
Future of POS & Marketing at the Pump with Eric Paquet, Director of Sales, Bulloch and Dean Cirone, Director of Sales, Canada, Dover Fueling Solutions
3:00 - 4:00 PM
Opening Networking & Coffee Break
4:00 PM
Opening Remarks
4:15 PM
Keynote Speaker: The Hon. John Baird, former Minister of Foreign Affairs, presented by Norcan
5:30 PM
Welcome Cocktail Reception presented by Xerxes
7:00 PM
Dinner (on your own time)
Tuesday, April 29
7:00 - 8:30 AM
Networking Breakfast
8:30 AM
Welcome and Opening Remarks
8:45 AM
John Eichberger - Executive Director of Transportation Energy Institute
Transportation Energy Markets - Trying to Make Sense of the Chaos
9:45 AM
David Coletto - Founder, Chair, and CEO of Abacus Data
From Scarcity to Precarity: How the Changing Mindset of Canadians is Impacting Everything
10:45 AM
Networking Break
11:05 AM
David Adams - President of Global Automakers of Canada
From Here to Where? The Uncertain Future of Canada’s Auto Industry
12:00 - 1:15 pM
Lunch
1:15 pM
Avery Swartz - Founder and CEO of Camp Tech
Fireside Chat
2:15 pM
Bob Larocque - President and CEO of Canadian Fuels Association
The Road Ahead: Keeping Transportation Fuels Resilient in a Dynamic Policy Environment
3:15 pM
Networking Break
3:30 pM
Anne Kothawala - President and CEO of Convenience Industry Council of Canada
Fireside Chat
4:15 pM
End of Plenary Sessions
5:30 - 7:00 pM
Cocktail Reception presented by Liquid Controls and Corken
Wednesday, April 30
7:00 - 8:30 aM
Networking Breakfast | Doug Gilmour - Former NHL player and Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee
9:00 - 10:30 aM
Post-Conference Seminar presented by National Energy Equipment Inc.
Speakers
Keynote Speaker | The Honourable John R. Baird
John Baird is a Senior Advisor to various enterprises and a former Senior Cabinet Minister in the Government of Canada. An instrumental figure in bilateral trade and investment relationships, Mr. Baird has played a leading role in the Canada-China dialogue and worked to build ties with ASEAN countries.
In addition, Mr. Baird has worked closely with international leaders to strengthen security and economic ties with the United States and Middle Eastern countries.
A native of Ottawa, Baird spent three terms as a Member of Parliament and four years as Minister of Foreign Affairs. He also served as President of the Treasury Board, Minister of the Environment, Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons. In 2010, he was selected by MPs from all parties as Parliamentarian of the Year. Prior to entering federal politics, Mr. Baird spent ten years in the Ontario Legislature where he served as Minister of Community and Social Services, Minister of Energy, and Government House Leader.
Currently, Mr. Baird serves as a Senior Business Advisor with Bennett Jones LLP, a premier Canadian law firm. In addition, Mr. Baird sits on the advisory board of Barrick Gold Corp., the corporate boards of Canadian Pacific, Canadian Forest Products (Canfor), the FWD Group (former ING Insurance Asia), PineBridge Investments (former AIG Investments), and Osisko Gold Royalties. He also serves as a Senior Advisor at Eurasia Group, a global political risk consultancy.
Mr. Baird also volunteers his time with Community Living Ontario, an organization that supports individuals with developmental disabilities, the Prince's Charities, the charitable office of His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, and is a board member of the Friends of Israel Initiative. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies and an Honourary Doctor of Laws from Queen’s University at Kingston.
In addition, Mr. Baird has worked closely with international leaders to strengthen security and economic ties with the United States and Middle Eastern countries.
A native of Ottawa, Baird spent three terms as a Member of Parliament and four years as Minister of Foreign Affairs. He also served as President of the Treasury Board, Minister of the Environment, Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons. In 2010, he was selected by MPs from all parties as Parliamentarian of the Year. Prior to entering federal politics, Mr. Baird spent ten years in the Ontario Legislature where he served as Minister of Community and Social Services, Minister of Energy, and Government House Leader.
Currently, Mr. Baird serves as a Senior Business Advisor with Bennett Jones LLP, a premier Canadian law firm. In addition, Mr. Baird sits on the advisory board of Barrick Gold Corp., the corporate boards of Canadian Pacific, Canadian Forest Products (Canfor), the FWD Group (former ING Insurance Asia), PineBridge Investments (former AIG Investments), and Osisko Gold Royalties. He also serves as a Senior Advisor at Eurasia Group, a global political risk consultancy.
Mr. Baird also volunteers his time with Community Living Ontario, an organization that supports individuals with developmental disabilities, the Prince's Charities, the charitable office of His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, and is a board member of the Friends of Israel Initiative. He holds an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies and an Honourary Doctor of Laws from Queen’s University at Kingston.
David C. Adams
President & CEO
Global Automakers of Canada (GAC)
Global Automakers of Canada (GAC)
With more than 35 years of experience in the Canadian automotive industry. He brings a unique perspective to the industry, being the only individual to have served in executive roles with both of Canada’s leading automotive industry associations. David has been at the forefront of the association’s thought leadership on the disruption and evolution of both the automobile and the automotive industry in Canada, including zero emission vehicles and their adoption, as well as the regulatory environment necessary to support the adoption of automated and connected vehicles.
Anne Kothawala
President & CEO
Convenience Industry Council of Canada
Convenience Industry Council of Canada
Anne is a seasoned public affairs executive with over 25 years of experience in communications and government relations for several industry associations. She is the founding president & CEO of the Convenience Industry Council of Canada, representing the interests of Canada’s $54 billion convenience industry.
Avery Swartz
Founder & CEO
Camp Tech
Camp Tech
Avery Swartz is an acclaimed tech educator and best-selling author. She is the founder and CEO of Camp Tech, Canada’s most established provider of practical tech and AI skills training, and is co-lead of AI Skills Lab Canada, a national program bridging the AI gender adoption gap for women and non-binary entrepreneurs.
Avery is the resident tech contributor on CTV Your Morning and is regularly heard on CBC Radio.
Avery is the resident tech contributor on CTV Your Morning and is regularly heard on CBC Radio.
Bob Larocque
President & CEO
Canadian Fuels Assocation
Canadian Fuels Assocation
Bob joined the Canadian Fuels Association as President and CEO in September 2020.
Bob leads the Association in driving policies that improve environmental performance, protect industry competitiveness, and strengthen Canada’s critical energy infrastructure. Focusing on maintaining an open dialogue between industry and government, its stakeholders and the public are priorities.
Bob leads the Association in driving policies that improve environmental performance, protect industry competitiveness, and strengthen Canada’s critical energy infrastructure. Focusing on maintaining an open dialogue between industry and government, its stakeholders and the public are priorities.
David Coletto
CEO & Partner
Abacus Data
Abacus Data
David Coletto is CEO and a founding partner of Abacus Data, a full-service market research firm based in Ottawa, With over a decade and a half of experience in the industry, Abacus has grown into one of Canada's most respected market research firms.
David has worked with many of Canada’s leading associations, corporations, and non-profits, including Cooperation Canada, Oxfam, Shaw Communications, the Canadian Medical Association, the Bank of Canada, and the Canadian Real Estate Association.
Doug Gilmour
NHL Hall of Fame Inductee, Retired NHL Player
Doug Gilmour is a retired NHL centre who played 20 seasons in the league. One of the Toronto Maple Leafs franchise players, Gilmour earned his two All-Star honors in 1993 and 1994. He went on to play with various NHL teams until his retirement in 2003, ending his 20-year career with 1414 points in 1474 games.
Gilmour was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame and the Ontario Sports Hall of Fame in 2011 and his uniform number 93 is retired by the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Gilmour was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame and the Ontario Sports Hall of Fame in 2011 and his uniform number 93 is retired by the Toronto Maple Leafs.
Jennifer Stewart
President, CEMA
Jennifer is the President and CEO of the Canadian Energy Marketers Association (CEMA). She is a proven leader in her field, having twice been named one of the ‘Top 25 Influencers’ by Ottawa Life Magazine, is a Forty under 40 recipient, and a finalist for Ottawa’s Businesswoman of the Year.
Jennifer is also a leader in the energy sector, having co-founded the Canadian Transportation Alliance and led the creation and development of many advocacy campaigns and initiatives for CEMA.
Jennifer is also a leader in the energy sector, having co-founded the Canadian Transportation Alliance and led the creation and development of many advocacy campaigns and initiatives for CEMA.
Catherine Clark
President
Catherine Clark Communications
Catherine Clark Communications
Catherine Clark is a nationally respected broadcaster, emcee, and co-founder of The Honest Talk, an online platform which includes a popular podcast featuring conversations with some of Canada’s most remarkable women.
Catherine is also the President of Catherine Clark Communications and Special Advisor to Syntax Strategic, providing communications counsel to individuals and corporations.
Catherine is also the President of Catherine Clark Communications and Special Advisor to Syntax Strategic, providing communications counsel to individuals and corporations.
Sponsors
Presenting Partners
Sponsorship
Interested in sponsoring the 2025 Canadian Energy Marketing Conference? To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, contact [email protected].
Conference Location
Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre
525 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5G 2L2
525 Bay St., Toronto, ON M5G 2L2
Hotel Booking
Book your room at special CEMA rates on or before Friday, April 4, 2025
Conference attendees can book their rooms directly through the provided link:
Book your group rate for the Canadian Energy Marketing Conference
Reservations can also be made by communicating with the Marriott by phone at 1-416-597-9200. The special group rate is 369 CAD per night (plus tax and applicable fees). There are a limited number of rooms at this rate. Book early to get the discounted rate.
The final date for preferred rates is 5:00 p.m. EST on April 4.
After this time rooms are based on availability at prevailing rates.
CEMA is not responsible for booking guest rooms or for cancellations.
Conference attendees can book their rooms directly through the provided link:
Book your group rate for the Canadian Energy Marketing Conference
Reservations can also be made by communicating with the Marriott by phone at 1-416-597-9200. The special group rate is 369 CAD per night (plus tax and applicable fees). There are a limited number of rooms at this rate. Book early to get the discounted rate.
The final date for preferred rates is 5:00 p.m. EST on April 4.
After this time rooms are based on availability at prevailing rates.
CEMA is not responsible for booking guest rooms or for cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: What time does the conference on-site check-in begin?
Answer: Pick up your conference badges beginning at noon on Monday, April 28 on the conference level.
Question: When will the speakers and agenda be announced?
Answer: Speaker and agenda information are updated as details are confirmed.
Question: Who can I contact if I have any additional questions?
Answer: You can contact [email protected]
Question: I can no longer attend. Can I get a refund?
Answer: Registration is transferrable, but no refunds will be issued.
Answer: Pick up your conference badges beginning at noon on Monday, April 28 on the conference level.
Question: When will the speakers and agenda be announced?
Answer: Speaker and agenda information are updated as details are confirmed.
Question: Who can I contact if I have any additional questions?
Answer: You can contact [email protected]
Question: I can no longer attend. Can I get a refund?
Answer: Registration is transferrable, but no refunds will be issued.
Have questions? Contact [email protected]
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