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Where Environmental Talent Meets Transformation

Join environmental employers, policymakers, Indigenous leaders, educators, and professionals for two days of actionable discussions on talent, innovation, workforce development, and sustainable growth across Canada’s environmental sector.

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Why ECO IMPACT 2027 Matters

Environmental workforce pressures are reshaping industries across Canada. From labour shortages and retention challenges to changing skills demands and evolving technologies, organizations are being forced to rethink how they attract and develop talent.

ECO IMPACT 2027 brings together the leaders building solutions.

Join employers, educators, policymakers, Indigenous communities, and innovators for two days of practical conversations, workforce strategies, industry insights, and partnerships designed to strengthen Canada’s environmental workforce for the future.

Highlights from IMPACT 2026

70+

Expert Speakers​

7

Prestige Awards​

2

Powerful Days​

14

Live Learning Sessions​

Our Exhibitors

Discover the organizations shaping sustainability and innovation with solutions, services, and insights that are transforming the environmental sector.

m2m
BioTalent
torontomu
WiQ
sharcenergy
prepr
fairsupply
oeg
traceassociates
kaizenlab
cmcghg
science
sppga
auditingcanada
optiem
somapublicrelations
f12
royalroads
feccanada
siys
ties
aenweb

Resources for IMPACT Attendees

Explore the following organizations and reports supporting skills development, sustainable business practices, and the transition to a low-carbon economy.

Greenification of SMEs: Green Skills Competency Framework
A report exploring the skills small and medium-sized enterprises need to support greener operations and workforce development.

Environmental, Social and Governance Disclosure – SMEs and the Transition to Net Zero
Research examining how small and medium-sized businesses can approach ESG disclosure while transitioning toward net-zero goals.

Featured Speakers

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Attendees gained forward-thinking insights and practical strategies from thought leaders who are driving environmental innovation and workforce development:

Nik Nanos

Founder and Chief Data Scientist | Nanos Research

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Heather Exner-Pirot

Director of Energy, Natural Resources and Environment Program | Macdonald-Laurier Institute

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Noel Baldwin

Executive Director | Future Skills Centre

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Dr. Jason Millar

Director, Canadian Robotics and AI Ethical Design Lab | uOttawa

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Why Attend IMPACT Every Year?

IMPACT is an annual gathering that keeps you at the forefront of environmental innovation and workforce development.

Awards & Recognition

Celebrate top talent and industry leadership at our signature Awards Gala.

Workforce Transformation

Explore practical solutions to labour shortages, skills gaps, retention challenges, and workforce development.

Insight

Gain practical knowledge and strategies in two dynamic content streams tailored to your goals.

The Vision Behind the Event

Explore the deeper purpose that shapes every moment of your experience.

The Innovation Stage

The ECO IMPACT Innovation Stage returns for 2027 with fast-paced, 10-minute presentations showcasing practical solutions to workforce shortages, skills gaps, and environmental sector challenges.

We’re inviting innovators, employers, educators, researchers, and industry leaders to share ideas, case studies, and strategies creating real-world impact across Canada’s environmental workforce.

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Live Learning Sessions​

Four focused conference streams designed to address the workforce, innovation, compliance, and operational challenges shaping Canada’s environmental sector.

Workforce Transformation

Talent Pipelines • Retention • Inclusive Growth

Explore practical strategies to strengthen environmental workforce pipelines, improve retention, and create more accessible pathways into employment across Canada’s environmental sector.

  • Workforce shortages & skills gaps
  • Youth & newcomer pathways
  • Retention and workforce planning
  • Inclusive hiring strategies

Innovation Stage

10-Minute Talks • Real Solutions • Practical Impact

A fast-paced stage featuring innovators, employers, educators, and workforce leaders sharing practical solutions addressing workforce shortages, talent gaps, and environmental sector challenges.

  • Scalable workforce solutions
  • Environmental innovation
  • Talent pipeline strategies
  • Real-world case studies

Skill Development

Policy • Planning • Workforce Capacity

Discover how employers, policymakers, and industry leaders are aligning workforce planning, training, and operational strategy to reduce hiring friction and support long-term sector growth.

  • Workforce planning & forecasting
  • Skills development strategies
  • Policy and regulatory alignment
  • Technology and workforce readiness

Auditing

ESG • Compliance • Environmental Accountability

Gain practical insight into environmental auditing, ESG reporting, compliance readiness, and risk management as organizations adapt to evolving regulatory and sustainability expectations.

  • ESG reporting & disclosure
  • Environmental compliance
  • Risk and governance strategies
  • Accountability and performance measurement

Secure Your Spot

$495

General Conference Only

Gain full access to both days of sessions, mentorship, and exhibits—without the Gala.

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EXCLUSIVE OFFER

$645

General Conference + Awards Gala

Join us for two full days of learning, networking, and celebration—plus a seat at the prestigious IMPACT Gala.

Get Full Access

$1,350

General Awards Gala Table

Host clients, colleagues, or your team at a dedicated table for 10 at the Gala.

Purchase Gala Table

$200

General Awards Gala Only

Enjoy an evening of fine dining, entertainment, and recognition of industry changemakers.

Get Your Gala Ticket

Partner With Canada’s Environmental Workforce Leaders

Position your organization alongside the leaders, innovators, employers, and decision-makers shaping the future of Canada’s environmental sector.

Brand Visibility

Showcase your organization to a highly engaged audience of environmental professionals, employers, policymakers, educators, and industry stakeholders from across Canada.

Direct Industry Access

Build meaningful connections with environmental leaders, hiring organizations, Indigenous communities, and workforce decision-makers through in-person engagement opportunities.

Thought Leadership

Strengthen your position as an industry leader by supporting conversations around workforce development, sustainability, innovation, and environmental transformation.

Strategic Partnerships

Create opportunities for collaboration, recruitment, visibility, and long-term partnerships with organizations actively shaping Canada’s environmental future.

Become an ECO IMPACT 2027 Sponsor

Meet Our 2026 Sponsors

A heartfelt thank you to our sponsors for supporting IMPACT 2026 and helping us bring together leaders, innovators, and changemakers in the environmental sector. Your contribution made this event possible and empowered attendees to explore new ideas, technologies, and opportunities.

M2M TECH – Official Event Partner

Our Thought Leader Event Partners play an integral role in enhancing the impact of ECO IMPACT. Their collaboration and expertise help us drive innovation and amplify discussions that shape the future of the environmental industry. Visit M2M Tech Connect to learn more about their contribution to advancing technology, mentorship, and workforce development.

BioTalent Canada – Sustainability Partner

BioTalent Canada supports the people behind life-changing science by providing trusted labour market intelligence and industry-driven standards that connect job-ready talent with employers and strengthen Canada’s bio-economy.

MAGNET – Innovation Stage Partner​

Magnet Network is Canada’s digital community workforce system, connecting employers, job seekers, and post-secondary institutions through inclusive and intelligent matching technology.

Platinum Sponsors

EP® Breakfast Sponsor

Gold Sponsors​

Breakfast Sponsor

Speed Mentorship Sponsor

Power Sponsor

Cocktail Sponsor

Power Sponsor

Silver Sponsors​

Bronze Sponsors

Presented in Partnership With

Supported by the Government of Alberta in collaboration with ECO Canada. Together, we are building the future of environmental innovation right here in Alberta.

Land Acknowledgment

In the spirit of respect, reciprocity, and truth, we acknowledge that we live, work, and gather on the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7, including the Blackfoot Confederacy—comprising the Siksika, Kainai, and Piikani Nations—as well as the Îyâxe Nakoda and Tsuut’ina Nations.

This land, known as Moh’kinsstis in the Blackfoot language and encompassing what is now Districts 5 and 6, is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3, within the historical Northwest Métis homeland.

We recognize and honour the deep connection these Nations have to the land, and we are grateful for the opportunity to share in its stewardship.

As we continue our work, we commit to learning from Indigenous knowledge systems, uplifting Indigenous voices, and fostering relationships rooted in equity, understanding, and reconciliation.