Explore the IMPACT Experience
From thought-provoking sessions to real-time mentorship and tech showcases, here’s everything you need to know to make the most of ECO IMPACT 2026.
Learning Series Streams
IMPACT 2026 offers two dynamic learning streams designed to equip attendees with the insights, skills, and tools needed to thrive in the evolving environmental sector. Whether you’re a seasoned leader, a technical professional, or just beginning your green career, there’s a curated path for you.
ECO IMPACT Speakers
Attendees connect with thought leaders driving progress in environmental innovation and workforce development. Each year, ECO IMPACT speakers share forward-thinking insights, practical strategies, and inspiring messages that spark new ideas and empower action across sectors.
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Speed Mentorship
Accelerate your career through rapid networking, real-time job shadowing, and one-on-one access to mentors from across the sector.
Speed Mentorship
A dynamic, sector-specific networking session that kicks off ECO IMPACT’s mentorship journey. Participants are matched with mentors based on discipline and introduced in a fast-paced, structured manner. Following initial introductions, mentees shadow their mentors throughout the day, joining them for sessions, networking events, and informal discussions to gain real-time insights and guidance.
Speed Mentorship is designed for early-career professionals, students, and those new to the environmental sector who are looking to build connections, explore career paths, and gain practical advice from experienced leaders across a variety of disciplines.
Innovation Stage + Exhibit Hall
Step into the heart of environmental innovation at the IMPACT 2026 Innovation Showcase. This dynamic space brings together leading-edge companies, startups, and service providers that are shaping the future of sustainability, clean technology, and environmental services.
What to Expect
- Meet-the-Employer Moments with top environmental organizations.
- Pitch Stage featuring fast-paced presentations from innovators and founders.
- Live Tech Demos showcasing emerging tools and products.
- Cleantech Startups sharing innovations and new approaches.
Awards Gala
Celebrate Innovation. Champion the Future.
Join us at the 2026 ECO IMPACT Awards Gala—an unforgettable evening dedicated to honouring the environmental professionals and organizations shaping tomorrow’s green economy. From breakthrough technologies to bold leadership in sustainability, this celebration recognizes those who are future-proofing our workforce through innovation, collaboration, and impact. Enjoy an evening of fine dining, meaningful connections, and inspiring recognition as we spotlight the changemakers driving Canada’s environmental future forward.
Explore IMPACT 2025 Gallery
Relive the most impactful moments, dynamic energy, and lasting impressions from our two inspiring days together, and discover what attendees had to say about their experience.
View the Full Schedule
Get a full view of the two-day experience, including session times, networking events, and the awards gala.
Time
Agenda Item
7:00 – 8:00 AM
Registration
8:00 – 8:30 AM
Breakfast Networking
8:30 – 9:45 AM
Opening Plenary Session
9:45 – 10:00 AM
Coffee Break
Frequently Asked Questions
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