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Bringing together leaders shaping the future of Canada’s propane industry.
The CPA Leadership Summit & Awards brings together leaders from across Canada’s propane industry for two days of insight, collaboration, and celebration. Through expert-led sessions, forward-looking discussions, and peer exchange, the Summit explores the issues shaping our industry today — and the opportunities driving it forward.
Propane plays a vital role in Canada’s energy landscape—and its impact is growing. This year’s theme, ‘Propane Powers Canada,’ spotlights how propane delivers dependable energy to Canadians, supports emergency preparedness, and fuels homes, farms, fleets, and industry nationwide. The Summit will also examine how Canada’s propane sector is driving economic growth, expanding exports, and reinforcing Canada’s position as a trusted global energy supplier.
Join industry peers, partners, and decision-makers for meaningful conversations, networking opportunities, and an evening dedicated to recognizing excellence and leadership across the Canadian propane sector.
4:30 – 5:00 PM
CPA Annual General Meeting (AGM)
Review of the year, formal reporting, and member voting
Room: TBC
5:00 – 7:00 PM
CPA 2026 Leadership Summit Opening Reception
Join us to kick off the Leadership Summit with networking, refreshments, and informal conversations with industry leaders.
Sponsored by: Dependable Truck and Tank
7:15 – 8:00 AM
Breakfast with Exhibitors
Start the day networking with exhibitors and fellow attendees.
Sponsored by: Superior Propane
8:00 – 8:10 AM
Welcome Remarks
Shannon Watt (President & CEO)
8:10 – 8:20 AM
Land Acknowledgement & Opening Prayer
8:20 – 8:30 AM
Outgoing & Incoming Chairs’ Address
Jason Cooper (Board of Directors – Chair)
8:30 – 9:15 AM
Session 1: Fireside Chat – Canada–U.S. Trade Tensions: What Energy Leaders Need to Know Now
Gitane De’Silva (Founder & Principal, GDStrategic)
Moderator: Shannon Watt
Sponsored by: AltaGas
9:15 – 10:15 AM
Session 2: Rising Demand, Expanding Horizons: Propane in the New Global Energy Economy
Shannon Joseph (Chair, Energy for a Secure Future) Heather Exner-Pirot (Director, Energy, Natural Resources and Environment, Macdonald-Laurier Institute) Bill Rawlusyk (Director, Canadian Lead NGLs, S&P Global) Cinch Munson (Strategy, Partnership & Bus. Dev. Director, World Liquid Gas Association
Moderator: Chelsea Clark
10:15 – 10:30 AM
Communications Break with Exhibitors
Coffee and networking break.
Sponsored by: UTLX Procor
10:30 – 11:15 AM
Session 3: The Big Picture – Policy, Economics and the Future of Propane
Robert Johnson (Senior Director, Research, University of Calgary, School of Public Policy) Steve Kaminski (President & CEO, National Propane Gas Association) Deb Yedlin (CEO, Calgary Chamber of Commerce)
11:15 AM – 12:15 PM
Keynote
The Map is Not the Terrain: Charting a New Course for Leadership
Featuring Jamie Clark
12:15 AM – 1:00 PM
Lunch with exhibitors
Sponsored by: Pro-Par/Maxfield
1:00 – 2:00 PM
Session 5: Propane Across Sectors — Technology, Agriculture, and Indigenous Partnerships
Colin Hornby (GM, Keystone Agricultural Producers) Alex Shrake (Vice President, Strategy & Operations, Warshield) JP Gladu (Principle Mokwateh) Ted Bauer (Director of Indigenous Relations, Alberta Counsel)
Sponsored by: Harnois Énergies
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Session 6: Political Perspectives — Premier Daniel Smith
Q & A with Shannon Watt
3:00 – 3:45 PM
Session 7: North American Propane – Policy, Markets and the Path Forward
Tucker Perkins (President & CEO, Propane Education Research Council)
Sponsored by: NGL Supply Co. Ltd
3:45 – 4:00 PM
Closing Remarks
4:00 PM
Networking Break with Exhibitors
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Joint Reception with Emergency Response Assistance Canada
7:00 – 9:00 PM
Awards Gala Dinner
MC: Grant Buchannan
Sponsored by: TBC
7:00 – 8:00 AM
Golf Registration & Breakfast
8:00 AM
Shot Gun Start
On-course start for registered teams
2:00 PM – Onwards
Lunch & Prizes
We’ve secured preferred rates at partner hotels conveniently located near the Summit venue. We encourage attendees to book early, as availability is limited.
119 12th Ave SW Calgary, AB T2R 0G8
Preferred Rates:
Luxury Room – $289/night
239 12th Avenue SW Calgary, AB T2R 1H7
Approximately a 5-minute walk from Hotel Arts
Standard Room – $210/night
Book Online or call 1-800-228-2800
Hear from leading voices across the energy industry, government, and business.
The Map is Not the Terrain: Charting a New Course for LeadershipExtreme Adventurer, Entrepreneur, Performance Coach & Professor of Leadership
North American Propane – Policy, Markets and the Path Forward President & CEO, Propane Education Research Council
Fireside Chat – Canada–U.S. Trade Tensions: What Energy Leaders Need to Know NowFounder & Principal, GDStrategic
Chair, Energy for a Secure Future
Director, Energy, Natural Resources and Environment, Macdonald-Laurier Institute
Director, Canadian Lead NGLs, S&P Global
Strategy, Partnership & Bus. Dev. Director, World Liquid Gas Association
GM, Keystone Agricultural Producers
Vice President, Strategy & Operations, Warshield
Principal and Director, Mokwateh
Director of Indigenous Relations, Alberta Counsel
Senior Director, Research, University of Calgary, School of Public Policy
President & CEO, National Propane Gas Association
CEO, Calgary Chamber of Commerce
The CPA Leadership Summit & Awards is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and industry partners. Their commitment helps deliver meaningful conversations, professional development, and industry recognition.
