The Canadian Energy Marketing Conference, brought to you by CEMA and presenting sponsors 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 26 and 27, 2027, at the Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre.
Check back regularly for updated event information.
Speakers & Schedule
Monday, April 26
12:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Registration Opens
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Pre-Conference Seminar - Available for Sponsorship
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Opening Networking - Available for Sponsorship
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: The Honourable Jason Kenney, PC, ECA
The Honourable Jason Kenney served as the 18th Premier of Alberta, where he led the development and diversification of the province’s energy sector, built partnerships with Indigenous communities and created new opportunities for businesses to grow and attract investment. He served for more than 25 years in Canadian federal and provincial elected office.
As Premier, he led the creation of Alberta’s Recovery Plan, Natural Gas Vision and Strategy, Hydrogen Roadmap and the first-of-its-kind Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation. From 2007-15, he served as Canada’s Minister for Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism; Minister of Employment and Social Development; Minister of National Defence; and Chair of the Cabinet Operations Committee. He was first elected a Member of Parliament (MP) in 1997 and was re-elected six times.
Jason was the President of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation in the 1990s before starting his political career.
As Premier, he led the creation of Alberta’s Recovery Plan, Natural Gas Vision and Strategy, Hydrogen Roadmap and the first-of-its-kind Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation. From 2007-15, he served as Canada’s Minister for Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism; Minister of Employment and Social Development; Minister of National Defence; and Chair of the Cabinet Operations Committee. He was first elected a Member of Parliament (MP) in 1997 and was re-elected six times.
Jason was the President of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation in the 1990s before starting his political career.
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Welcome Reception - Available for Sponsorship
Tuesday, April 27
7:00 - 8:00 a.m.
Networking Breakfast - Available for Sponsorship
8:00 - 8:15 a.m.
Welcome and Opening Remarks
8:15 - 9:15 a.m.
Speaker: Mike Clewer, CPA CMA, VP North America at Octane Systems
9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
Speaker: John Eichberger, Executive Director at Transportation Energy Institute
10:15 - 11:15 a.m.
Industry Panel: Anne P. Kothawala, President & CEO at Convenience Industry Council of Canada (CICC); Bob Larocque, President and CEO at Canadian Fuels Association; Peter Kilty, President and CEO at Canadian Energy Marketers Association
11:15 - 12: 15 p.m.
Speaker: David Coletto, Founder, Chair, and CEO of Abacus Data
12: 15 - 1:15 p.m.
Lunch - Available for Sponsorship
1:15 - 2:15 p.m.
Speaker: To be Announced
2:15 - 3:15 p.m.
Speaker: To be Announced
3:15 - 3: 45 p.m.
Afternoon Networking Break - Available for Sponsorship
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Wendel Clark NHL Hockey Legend, Former Captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs
Wendel Clark is a hockey legend and former captain of the Toronto Maple Leafs, renowned for his gritty play and scoring prowess.
Selected first overall in the 1985 NHL Entry Draft, he enjoyed a 15-season NHL career, including 13 seasons with the Maple Leafs. Beyond his on-ice achievements, Clark is a dedicated community ambassador and motivational speaker, known for his deep connection with fans and his commitment to inspiring others through his experiences.
Selected first overall in the 1985 NHL Entry Draft, he enjoyed a 15-season NHL career, including 13 seasons with the Maple Leafs. Beyond his on-ice achievements, Clark is a dedicated community ambassador and motivational speaker, known for his deep connection with fans and his commitment to inspiring others through his experiences.
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Cocktail Reception - Available for Sponsorship
Location and Accommodation
Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre
525 Bay Street, Toronto, ON
Book your room at a special discounted CEMA rate by March 24, 2027.
Reservations can be made by contacting the Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre at (416) 597-9200.
The special group rate is $369 CAD per night (single accommodation plus tax and applicable fees).
This rate is available for a limited number of rooms.
Book early to get the discounted rate.
The final date for preferred rates is 4:00 p.m. EST on March 24, 2027.
After this time, rooms are based on availability at prevailing rates.
CEMA is not responsible for booking guest rooms or for cancellations.
525 Bay Street, Toronto, ON
Book your room at a special discounted CEMA rate by March 24, 2027.
Reservations can be made by contacting the Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre at (416) 597-9200.
The special group rate is $369 CAD per night (single accommodation plus tax and applicable fees).
This rate is available for a limited number of rooms.
Book early to get the discounted rate.
The final date for preferred rates is 4:00 p.m. EST on March 24, 2027.
After this time, rooms are based on availability at prevailing rates.
CEMA is not responsible for booking guest rooms or for cancellations.
Sponsorship
Thank you to our sponsors for their generous support and partnership.
Your contributions help make the CEMA Conference a success.
Interested in sponsoring the 2026 Canadian Energy Marketing Conference?
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, contact [email protected].
Your contributions help make the CEMA Conference a success.
Interested in sponsoring the 2026 Canadian Energy Marketing Conference?
To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, contact [email protected].
Presenting Sponsors
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 27 on the conference level.
Question: When will the full line up of speakers 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 transferable, but no refunds will be issued.
Answer: You can pick up your conference badge beginning at noon on Monday, April 27 on the conference level.
Question: When will the full line up of speakers 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 transferable, but no refunds will be issued.
