The Canadian Energy Marketing Conference, brought to you by CEMA and presenting partners Waleco Inc. and Dover Fueling Solutions, is the premier networking and educational event for the energy marketing industry in Canada.

Join us April 20 to 22, 2026, at Le Westin Montréal for our annual conference.

We have an exciting slate of speakers and educational sessions planned.

Check back regularly for updated event information.
2026 Speakers & Schedule
Monday, April 20
12:00 - 5:00 PM
Registration Open
2:00 - 3:00  PM
Pre-Conference Seminar led by Advanced Biofuels Canada Available for Sponsorship
3:00 - 4:00  PM
Opening Networking and Coffee Break
4:00  PM
Opening Remarks
4:15  PM
Keynote Speaker: Vassy Kapelos, CTV News Chief Political Correspondent
5:30  PM
Welcome Reception presented by National Energy Equipment and Xerxes
7:00 PM
Dinner (on your own time)
Tuesday, April 21
7:00 - 8:30  AM
Networking Breakfast presented by Parkland Corporation 
8:30  AM
Welcome and Opening Remarks
8:45  AM
Industry Panel, featuring Anne Kothawala, CEO of the Convenience Industry Council of Canada, Carol Montreuil, VP Eastern Canada and Economics Canadian Fuels Association, Matt Poirier, VP of Federal Government Relations at the Retail Council of Canada, and Jake Enwright, CEMA President
9:45  AM
Megan Buttle, President, Data, Digital and Design at Earnscliffe Strategies
10:45  AM
Networking Break presented by Parkland Corporation 
11:05  AM
Chantal Hébert, Canadian Journalist
12:00 - 1:15 PM
Lunch presented by Canadian Fuels Association
1:15  PM
James Spencer, Managing Director, Portland Fuel
2:15  PM
Kate Harrison, Vice Chair and Partner at Summa Strategies, and Laura Kurkimaki, Vice President, McMillan Vantage and Former Deputy National Campaign Manager for the Conservative Party of Canada
3:15  PM
Networking Break presented by Parkland Corporation 
3:30  PM
Fireside with Ben Mulroney, Celebrated Radio and Television Host 
4:15  PM
End of Plenary Sessions
5:30 - 7:00  PM
Cocktail Reception by Valero Energy Inc.
Wednesday, April 22 
7:00 - 8:30 AM
Networking Breakfast | Keynote Speaker: The Honourable James Moore, P.C., M.A., sponsored by Norcan

9:00 - 10:30 AM
Post-Conference Seminar, sponsored by National Energy Equipment 
Location and Accomodation
Le Westin Montréal
270 Rue Saint-Antoine O, Montréal, QC H2Y 0A3

Book your room at special CEMA rates by Friday, April 3, 2026.
Reservations can be made by contacting Le Westin at (514) 380-3333.

The special group rate is $289 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 3.
After this time, rooms are based on availability at prevailing rates.

CEMA is not responsible for booking guest rooms or for cancellations.
Sponsorship
Interested in sponsoring the 2026 Canadian Energy Marketing Conference?
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, contact [email protected].
Presenting Sponsors
Platinum Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: What time does the conference on-site check-in begin?
Answer: You can pick up your conference badge beginning at noon on Monday, April 20 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.

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