WELCOME TO OUR 3RD ANNUAL ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT FORUM
Jaipaul Massey-Singh CEO
Welcome to the 3rd Annual Energy & Environment Forum! The Brampton Board of Trade is dedicated to helping businesses thrive through learning and education and this event is designed to empower us with the knowledge, strategies, and partnerships necessary to drive sustainable practices across business sectors.
It’s our hope that as you participate in today’s forum you will gain insights from the leaders and innovators who are on stage and in attendance. Our agenda includes keynote speeches, panel discussions, and company showcases, all aimed at enhancing your understanding of current trends and tools.
We encourage you to network, exchange ideas, and explore potential collaborations that can propel your own sustainability initiatives forward. We want this to not only be a platform for learning today, but also a launchpad for action going forward.
We’re excited to see the solutions and innovations that will emerge from the conversations starting today, let’s get started!
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10:00 am: Opening Remarks
Louis Vouloukos, Lawyer at Lawrence, Lawrence, Stevenson LLP, advises owner-managed businesses on private company law and specializes in franchise law. He currently chairs the 2024 Brampton Board of Trade's Board of Directors. Since 2012, he's been actively involved in the Brampton Board of Trade alongside other professional and community engagements
Louis Vouloukos, Lawyer, Lawrences Chair, Board of Directors
10:05 am: Welcome Remarks
Justin Lam, EVP of Business Operations at Canon Canada, leverages over a decade of sales and marketing experience in electronics and consumer goods Joining Canon in 2004 as Senior Marketing Manager, he now directs marketing and operations across all product categories, driving Canon's consumer, business, and production strategies.
Justin Lam, Executive Vice President, Business Operations
10:10 am: Welcome Remarks
Regional Councillor Rowena Santos, a proud Bramptonian, seeks to transform politics and foster a sustainable future. Elected in 2018, she's Brampton's first Filipino councillor, Vice-Chair of Economic Development, and a 2023 Woman of Influence according to Municipal World. Recognized as a Municipal Trailblazer by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities
Rowena Santos, Regional Councillor, Wards 1 & 5
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Regenerative Agriculture & Sustainably farm-raised Beer
Phil Winters, Farme
In 2009, Gail and Phil Winters purchased a 30-acre farm in Caledon, fulfilling their dream of working with soil by planting hops. By 2017, their project had blossomed into GoodLot Farmstead Brewing Co , growing 8 hop varieties with eco-friendly practices They aim to lead in sustainability, brewing in an eco-renovated barn powered by solar energy, striving to sequester more green energy than they consume. Their efforts have earned recognition, including the 2023 Canadian Brewers Choice Award for Sustainability Initiative of the Year, the 2023 Credit Valley Conservation Award for Corporate Leadership in Sustainability, and the 2023 Meridian Small Business BIG Impact First Place for Environmental Stewardship. Their mission is to build a circular economy that benefits both people and the planet, demonstrating that positive change is achievable through collective effort
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:15 am: Keynote Speaker
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Jennifer Taves
Senior Manager, Sustainable Communities
Jennifer Taves, Senior Manager at Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, spearheads sustainable urban renewal and corporate sustainability initiatives. With 15+ years of experience in project management and strategy development, she collaborates with diverse stakeholders to enhance environmental action and economic prosperity across the GTA.
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Tony Iacobelli
Executive Director
Tony Iacobelli, an ecologist, planner, & green building advocate, serves as the founding Executive Director of the Centre for Community Energy Transformation. He leads efforts to accelerate climate action in Peel, focusing on building energy retrofits & district energy solutions. His past achievements include securing Markham Council endorsement for net-zero energy buildings by 2030.
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Green Solutions in Construction and Retrofit
Reducing the environmental impact of your building is one of the most effective ways to make a difference, but where to begin? Don’t let yourself become overwhelmed by the options, come join our expert panel as they discuss the ntally friendly and climate resilient building, about the resources that are out there to help
Ron Jasinski
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Behdad Bahrami
e. With a background managing a $15 million budget and significant projects like Ontario's Energy Storage installation, he leads Edgecom in pioneering energy efficiency and ability solutions, recognized with numerous Founder/CEO
Bahrami, Founder and CEO of Edgecom brings over a decade of energy industry
Vijai Kumar Singh
Manager, Policy & Government Relations
s a seasoned public policy enthusiast with diverse rience at international, national, and local levels. d the MP Exit Interview project at the Samara re for Democracy and contributed to the awardng podcast "Humans of the House," revealing nal political dynamics. Currently, as Manager of y and Government Relations, he focuses on local omic development and community wealth building.
Paul Grenier
Manager, Government Affairs
Grenier, Manager of Government Affairs at Clorox da since 2020, specializes in sustainability, ng on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) onsultations for recycled plastics legislation. He partnerships across all levels of government, g Clorox's sustainability initiatives. Prior to Clorox he served 15 years as an elected Councillor in the Niagara Region of Ontario.
:30 am: Panel Discussion - 1b
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Claire Purvis
Senior Director, Climate Services
ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and SDG (Sustainable Development Goals) are increasingly popular frameworks for businesses to demonstrate their commitment to being a responsible and sustainable organization – but navigating these frameworks can be especially tricky, particularly for small and medium sized enterprises Join our panel of experts as they discuss industry-aligned standards, monitoring and evaluation practices to avoid greenwashing and achieve your goals. www.bramptonbot.com
Senior Director, Climate Services, Claire focuses on lding partnerships with clients to help them navigate complexities of a low-carbon transition. Claire has rked with clients in varying sectors in Canada, the , the UK and Europe, focusing on carbon counting, target setting, decarbonization, reporting, d climate risk.
Caroline Holmes
Manager, Corporate Sustainability
As Manager of Corporate Sustainability, Caroline spearheads sustainability strategies, fostering awareness and engagement within the community. With a master’s degree in Environmental Science and Management, her expertise spans various sectors, driving environmental stewardship and resource efficiency. She empowers students, staff, and faculty to contribute to meaningful sustainability initiatives.
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11:45 am: Panel Discussion - 2a
Charged Up: Navigating Fleet Electrification for
Emission Reduction and Cost Savings
Hongyu Xiao
Senior Analyst
ongyu Xiao is a senior analyst with the Pembina nstitute's transportation team, based in Toronto. efore joining the Institute, Hongyu worked as an conomist at Environment and Climate Change anada, working on fossil fuel subsidy reform and roviding economic analysis to the federal overnment’s climate plans. He is also experienced in legal analysis and advocacy.
Daniel Carr
Head of Smart Cities
Daniel Carr, Head of Smart Cities at Alectra Utilities, drives electrification strategies and utility evolution. Leading projects in distributed energy tech and electric mobility, he's won awards for Alectra's initiatives, benefiting thousands. With a Master’s in Public Policy, he's a Certified Energy Manager and serves in key roles for Electric Mobility Canada and Clean Air Partnership.
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Are you interested in electrifying your fleet? Join our panel of EV experts to hear advice and best practices on the how’s and whys of electrification. You’ll learn valuable lessons from businesses that have already electrified their fleets, hear how to access resources, discover how to overcome common challenges and understand the business case for fleet electrification www.bramptonbot.com
Mike is a Fleet Electrification Advisor at PowerON, where he helps fleet operators navigate their transition to a fully electric fleet. Since 2013, Mike has helped deploy hundreds of projects across North America ranging from solar energy, battery energy storage, and electric vehicle charging.
Scott Gillner
Manager, Transit Sustainability & Innovation
t Gillner is the Manager, Transit Sustainability & vation with the City of Brampton and has been with mpton Transit for 11 years. With over 30 years’ erience in municipal government transit and traffic ors, Scott supports Brampton Transit’s new Zero ssion Mobility program, Business Systems, ness Improvements, and Procurement/Contract ministration teams.
Fleet Electrification Manager
Mike Skirzynski
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Dr. Tricia Williams
Director of Research, Evaluation, and Knowledge Mobilization
Tricia Williams, Director at Future Skills Centre, merges anthropology, sociology, and economics to lead research on the future of work and digital economies. With a focus on skills development, she collaborates on pan-Canadian initiatives, leveraging her experience with the Mastercard Foundation and government. Her expertise spans future work trends, skill development, and public policy.
Dr. Wendy Cukier
Founder and Academic Director
Dr. Wendy Cukier, professor at Ted Rogers School of Management, is the Founder and Academic Director of the Diversity Institute and Academic Research Director of the Future Skills Centre. Her work focuses on diversity, future skills, and entrepreneurship. She's recognized globally, holds multiple awards, and spearheads innovative projects, including net zero transition and SME transition planning.
:45 am: Panel Discussion - 2b Greening Yo
: Strategies for a Net-Zero Workforce
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What does building a net-zero workforce mean and what does it mean for job growth? Join us as we explore actionable ideas surrounding creating partnerships, re-skilling, and meeting goals as the Canadian economy transitions to net-zero in this time of disruption.
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Dr. Hem Dholakia
Senior Research Associate
r. Hem Dholakia, Senior Research Associate at the mart Prosperity Institute, focuses on economic evelopment, climate action, and skills and labour olicies. With expertise in managing climate risks for frastructure and enhancing public health, he holds a octorate in Public Policy and a Masters in Exercise Science.
Steve Shallhorn
Executive Director
Since October 2022, Steve leads the Working Green 2050 unit at the Labour Education Centre, concentrating on green job creation and just transition for auto parts workers affected by the electric vehicle shift. He initiated the Green Building Operators program, funded by the Future Skills Centre, to train diverse youth and newcomers in operating equipment for reducing emissions in residential buildings.
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12:30 pm: Cas
Charting New Waters: Making Waves' Journey to B Corp Certification
art of the Brampton
. Today, we'll dive actionable insights on measuring our own social impact.
Jennifer Stone, Senior Manager of ESG at Making Waves Swim School, is a driving force behind their B Corp Certification, positioning them as industry leaders in responsible business. With a keen focus on aligning business goals with societal well-being, Jen fosters collaboration to achieve lasting, meaningful impact
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