Events
Past Events
EDIST
January 14 – 16, 2025
Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre
Toronto, ON
Hosted by the Electricity Distributors Association (EDA), the Electricity, Distribution, Information Systems and Technology (EDIST) conference and exhibition addresses engineering, operational, IT, and management issues faced by Ontario’s local distribution companies.
EDA Awards Gala
March 17, 2025
Fairmont Royal York
Toronto, ON
The EDA’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Awards Gala showcases excellence in Ontario’s electricity sector while providing opportunities for networking and learning.
DISTRIBUTECH
March 24 – 27, 2025
Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center
Dallas, TX
With 700+ exhibitors and 20,000+ attendees, DISTRIBUTECH is considered the utility industry’s largest conference and exhibition, covering advanced metering, automation and control systems, energy efficiency, demand response, renewable energy integration, T&D system operation and reliability, communications technologies, cybersecurity, water utility technology, and more.
ISC West
March 31 – April 4, 2025
Venetian Expo
Las Vegas, NV
The International Security Conference & Exposition (ISC West) is the leading comprehensive & converged security trade event in the United States. Security professionals network and connect with thousands of security & public safety professionals while exploring the latest security technologies and discovering emerging trends.
Innovate UtilityCX (IUCX)
May 6 – 8, 2025
Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix, AZ
Formerly CS Week, IUCX offers two days filled with meter-to-cash processes content, topical and trending utility industry programs/offerings and utility role models at every stage in their CX journeys.
American Public Power Association Annual Conference
June 6 – 11, 2025
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
The American Public Power Association (APPA) National Conference offers opportunities to connect with public power leaders and partners across the US, exploring how changing policy, technology, and lifestyles are reshaping the energy industry.
Upgrade or Replace? The Great AMI Debate
June 25, 2025
Virtual Webinar
As utilities across North America approach the 20-year mark of their first-generation AMI deployments, the question looms large: Should you upgrade your system—or start fresh and replace it? Join us for a free virtual webinar that breaks down the strategic, operational, and financial factors behind the “Upgrade vs. Replace Debate” for transitioning to AMI 2.0.
2025 MEARIE Conference
June 24 – 26, 2025
JW Marriott, The Rosseau
Muskoka, ON
Focusing on providing progressive, innovative solutions to the energy sector in Ontario, the MEARIE Conference offers industry-based knowledge on the most relevant topics in the industry, including technology, leadership, operational and financial risk management, and Human Resources.
Government Finance Officers Association Annual Conference
June 29 – July 2, 2025
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Washington, DC
GFOA’s 119th Annual Conference addresses current issues facing government finance professionals, inspiring keynote sessions, interactive discussions, leadership workshops, and networking opportunities.
DTECH – Midwest
July 14 – 16, 2025
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
Minneapolis, MN
DTECH Midwest brings together utility professionals to tackle the region’s toughest challenges, from extreme weather and aging infrastructure to renewable integration and decarbonization. With tailored content for municipal and cooperative utilities, DTECH Midwest focuses on practical solutions to strengthen reliability, manage risks, and balance affordability.
Ontario Energy Network’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament
July 17, 2025
Deer Creek Golf Club
Ajax, ON
Ontario Energy Network’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament brings together energy leaders for a day of networking and community support. Proceeds from this year’s event will benefit the Ross Tilley Burn Centre at Sunnybrook Health Science Centre.
Newmarket Mayor Taylor’s Charity Golf Classic
August 13, 2025
Eagles Nest Golf Club
Maple, ON
The 2025 Mayor’s Charity Golf Classic will be hosted at the Eagles Nest Golf Club, offering a balance of nature and design for a truly unique links-style golf experience.
Elexicon Energy’s 5th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
August 14, 2025
Deer Creek Golf Club
Ajax, ON
Elexicon Energy’s Charity Golf Tournament is one of the largest tournaments in Durham Region, bringing industry and community together in support of local causes. Since 2019, the event has raised over $757,000 for vital community agencies serving the region.
Alectra’s 7th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
September 4, 2025
Nottawasaga Resort and Tangle Creek
Alliston, ON & Barrie, ON
Join more than 550 golfers and attendees at Alectra’s 7th Annual Charity Golf Tournament for an exciting day that includes 18 holes of golf, networking, and exclusive prizes. Proceeds support charities in Alectra’s communities.
Genesys Xperience
September 8 – 10, 2025
Gaylord Opryland
Nashville, TN
Genesys Xperience brings together CX professionals, technologists, and utility industry leaders to explore the latest in AI‑driven customer engagement, cloud innovation, and experience orchestration. Keynotes, breakout sessions, hands‑on workshops, and networking opportunities make it the perfect platform to inspire new strategies and advance enterprise CX transformation.
CEATI Strategy & Innovation Conference
September 15 – 18, 2025
Marriott Harbor Beach Resort and Spa
Fort Lauderdale, FL
CEATI’s annual Strategy and Innovation Conference brings together over 400 utility professionals to explore how innovation in critical infrastructure protection, renewable integration, workforce transformation, and advancing technologies is shaping the utility of tomorrow.
EDA Upper Canada District Metering Technologies Conference
September 17 – 18, 2025
Brookstreet Hotel
Ottawa, ON
The EDA Upper Canada District Metering Technologies Conference connects Canadian utility professionals and industry experts to explore the latest developments in metering systems, grid modernization, AMI 2.0, and other emerging technologies shaping the evolving utility landscape.
ERTH Connects 2025
September 18 – 19, 2025
Westin Trillium House
The Blue Mountains, ON
Featuring two days of workshops, training and support sessions, and networking opportunities, ERTH Connects 2025 brings the Ontario utility industry together to exchange ideas and solutions related to Customer Care and Industry Regulations impacting Customer Information Systems (CIS).
EDA Georgian Bay and Upper Canada Districts Fall Conference
September 24 – 26, 2025
JW Marriott Muskoka
Minnett, ON
The Georgian Bay and Upper Canada Districts Fall Conference mark over 25 years of collaboration, continuing a long-standing tradition of learning and networking to better serve utility customers. Join industry peers on September 25 at 1:00 PM, where Util-Assist’s John Forsyth will present “AMI 2.0 – Here We Go Again?” – a look at the next chapter in advanced metering infrastructure.
The Future of Outage Communications: Two Expert Perspectives
October 1, 2025
Virtual Webinar
As utilities confront the next wave of digital transformation, a critical question emerges: Should outage communications be fully automated, or will human oversight always remain essential? Join us for a free virtual webinar where industry veterans John McClean and Jeff Grant go head-to-head, debating whether AI-driven technology and omnichannel platforms can resolve staffing shortages – or if live agents are indispensable for building trust with customers.
GridSecCon
October 7 – 10, 2025
MGM Grand
Las Vegas, NV
Co-hosted by NERC, the E-ISAC, and the Midwest Reliability Organization (MRO), the 14th annual GridSecCon brings together cyber and physical security leaders to deliver expert training sessions, share best practices and effective threat mitigation programs, and present lessons learned.
Electricity Canada – Customer Council Fall Meeting
October 21, 2025
Toronto, ON
Electricity Canada’s biannual customer council meeting addresses key customer-related issues and opportunities within the utility industry. The fall meeting is followed by a corporate partner event, providing further collaboration and networking opportunities.
SEW WE3
November 5 – 7, 2025
Durango Casino & Resort
Las Vegas, NV
The WE3 Summit is an immersive energy experience that brings together utility industry thought leaders from across the globe. Featuring curated content and selected speakers, WE3 addresses the biggest issues facing water and energy.
GridSmartCity Fall Round Table
November 13 – 14, 2025
Niagara Falls, ON
GridSmartCity’s signature event brings together energy sector leaders, policymakers, and innovators from across Ontario and beyond to explore the future of energy through the lens of local innovation, sustainable transformation, and shared vision.
