Powering the Future of Solar in Western Canada
Solar West Conference brings together policymakers, project developers, utilities, technology providers, researchers, and community leaders to accelerate the responsible growth of solar energy across Western Canada.
Join stakeholders shaping solar policy, finance, and technology in Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and the broader Canadian Prairies. Expect practical case studies, real project data, and honest conversations about the challenges of scaling clean energy.
About Solar West Conference
Solar West Conference is a dedicated platform for Western Canada’s solar industry. The event highlights how solar can strengthen provincial power grids, support Indigenous and rural communities, create stable local jobs, and help organizations meet ambitious decarbonization targets. Sessions explore every stage of the project lifecycle, from resource assessment and permitting to construction, interconnection, and long-term asset management.
The program is crafted for decision-makers and technical specialists alike. Energy regulators share insights alongside independent power producers, while engineers, financiers, and procurement teams compare lessons from real-world installations across the region. The result is a grounded, candid view of what it takes to deliver solar projects that are socially responsible, financially resilient, and technically robust.
Key Delegate Profiles
- Developers of utility-scale and commercial rooftop solar projects
- Independent power producers and electric utilities
- Municipal, provincial, and federal government representatives
- Indigenous leaders and community energy champions
- Cleantech providers, EPC firms, and engineering consultants
- Investors, banks, and infrastructure funds
- University researchers and students focused on renewable energy
Program Highlights
The Solar West Conference program balances high-level strategy with hands-on insights. Delegates gain a clear understanding of evolving policy frameworks, grid integration requirements, and community expectations, while also hearing detailed case studies from projects that have achieved commercial operation or are under active construction.
Core Themes
- Market outlook for solar and storage across Western provinces
- Integrating large-scale solar with transmission and distribution grids
- Financing structures, power purchase agreements, and risk allocation
- Land use, wildlife, and environmental stewardship in project siting
- Community benefit models and Indigenous equity partnerships
- Industrial decarbonization and solar for heavy energy users
- Operations, maintenance, and performance monitoring strategies
Sample Day at Solar West
Speakers and Thought Leaders
The Solar West Conference agenda features a cross-section of voices from across the clean energy ecosystem. Industry executives, policy architects, engineers, and community representatives share their perspectives, ensuring that conversations remain grounded in real experience and regional context.
Hear directly from the people responsible for keeping the lights on in Western Canada. Sessions explore how solar resources can support reliability, flexibility, and resilience when paired with storage and modern grid tools.
Learn how leading developers approach site selection, permitting, construction logistics, and long-term portfolio management, with a focus on collaboration with communities and landowners.
Understand how capital providers evaluate solar opportunities in the region, structure power purchase agreements, and assess policy stability, grid access, and counterparty risk.
Explore partnership models that prioritize shared decision-making, long-term benefit sharing, and capacity building for communities that host solar infrastructure.
Venue and Experience
Solar West Conference is hosted in a modern conference facility in Western Canada with easy access to hotels, public transit, and the airport. The venue is designed for productive conversations, with natural light, spacious exhibition areas, and flexible breakout rooms for technical workshops and side meetings.
Delegates can expect an in-person experience supported by a robust digital platform. Plenary sessions are streamed for remote participants, while on-site attendees benefit from curated networking breaks, exhibitor showcases, and informal meetups focused on specific technologies and regional opportunities.
On-Site Experience
- Central location with walkable access to dining and accommodations
- Comfortable spaces for one-on-one meetings and small-group discussions
- Exhibition hall featuring solar, storage, and grid solutions
- Low-waste event design with attention to local sourcing
- Hybrid access for remote delegates and team members
Sponsors and Partners
Solar West Conference is built in collaboration with organizations committed to the long-term success of Western Canada’s clean energy transition. Sponsors gain visibility with senior decision-makers while supporting an independent, solutions-focused forum.
Industry Sponsors
Technology suppliers, EPC firms, and service providers that offer bankable solutions for solar and storage projects, from modules and inverters to digital monitoring platforms and grid services.
Institutional Partners
Utilities, research institutions, industry associations, and innovation hubs that contribute data, research, and strategic guidance to the program.
Community & Knowledge Partners
Organizations representing municipalities, Indigenous communities, workforce development groups, and environmental initiatives that ensure diverse perspectives are reflected throughout the event.
Registration and Pass Options
Solar West Conference offers flexible pass types for individuals and teams. In-person passes include full access to sessions, the exhibition, and networking functions, while digital passes offer high-quality streaming and on-demand content for remote delegates.
Access to all plenary and breakout sessions, exhibition floor, and scheduled networking events. Ideal for project developers, utilities, and government representatives.
Discounted rates for organizations sending multiple delegates. Share insights, divide sessions, and connect your team with peers across the region.
Live-stream access to key sessions and on-demand recordings for those unable to travel. Stay aligned with Western Canada’s solar market developments from anywhere.
Detailed pricing, important deadlines, and accommodation information will be announced on the official registration portal. Early booking is encouraged to secure preferred rates and ensure space in popular technical workshops.
Frequently Asked Questions
While large-scale projects play a central role in the program, the event also covers commercial rooftop systems, community solar models, and solar combined with storage and demand-side management. The goal is to present a complete picture of how solar can serve homes, businesses, industries, and communities across Western Canada.
Yes. Solar West Conference welcomes participation from international developers, technology providers, investors, and researchers with an interest in the Western Canadian market. The hybrid format and digital access options make it straightforward for global stakeholders to connect with regional partners.
Selected plenary sessions and panels will be recorded and made available to registered delegates for a limited period following the conference. This allows teams to revisit key insights, share presentations internally, and continue conversations sparked during the event.