The 2026 Canadian Technology Conference, organized by the Utilities Technology Council (UTC), is scheduled to take place from April 13 to April 15, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Toronto in Toronto, Ontario. This annual event brings together professionals from the utilities and technology sectors to discuss advancements, challenges, and innovations in the industry.
The conference will cover a range of key topics, including grid modernization, cybersecurity, telecommunications infrastructure, and the integration of renewable energy sources. Attendees can expect sessions on emerging technologies, regulatory updates, and best practices aimed at enhancing the efficiency and reliability of utility services.
In addition to informative sessions, the event offers ample networking opportunities, including an exhibitor reception and a networking lunch. The exhibit hall will feature tabletop displays from leading technology partners and vendors, providing attendees with insights into the latest products and services. Notable speakers from organizations such as Hydro-Québec, Nokia, Ericsson, and the North American Transmission Forum will share their expertise and perspectives on industry trends.
This conference is ideal for utility professionals, technology vendors, policymakers, and researchers seeking to stay informed about the latest developments in the utilities sector. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge, establish connections with industry leaders, and explore innovative solutions to current challenges.
Speakers(22)
Apoorva Mohan
Director, Transmission and Stations Engineering at Hydro One
Brett Kilbourne
Senior Vice President of Policy and General Counsel at Utilities Technology Council
Brett Kilbourne is Senior Vice President of Policy and General Counsel at the Utilities Technology Council, providing legal and regulatory guidance for utilities on telecommunications and information technology matters.
Don Soriano
Partner / Senior Director - Communications Systems, IT/OT Operational and Digital Technologies (ODT) Sector at CIMA
Gosta Kallner
Executive Chairman at 450 Alliance
Gosta Kallner is the Executive Chairman of the 450 MHz Alliance, with over 30 years of experience in the telecom industry, focusing on deploying and operating dedicated networks in the lower spectrum.
Hugo Bertrand
Research Engineer at Hydro-Québec
Hugo Bertrand is an electrical engineer with a Master of Science degree in RF technology, specializing in antenna arrays, beamforming, and signal processing. He has over seventeen years of experience at Hydro-Québec, focusing on telecommunications and automation applications for the electric grid.
Ishaq Mian
Principal Technical Leader at EPRI
Jaclyn Monaghan
Senior Engineer – Telecom at Nova Scotia Power
Julie Bétit
Director of Geomatics, Operational and Digital Technologies at CIMA+
Koustuv Ghoshal
Vice President & Global Head Mission Critical Networks – Utilities at Ericsson, Inc.
Koustuv Ghoshal is Vice President and the Global Head of Ericsson’s Utilities market vertical, with over 30 years of experience in utilities, telecom, and the public sector, focusing on grid modernization through digital transformation.
Mathieu Hénault
Hydro-Québec
Radenko Milic
Manager, Network Infrastructure Engineering at Hydro One
René Larocque
Engineering Specialist – Telecom at Nova Scotia Power
Rob Wright
Network Infrastructure Consultant at Nokia
Rusty Williams
President & CEO at UTC
Rusty Williams is President and CEO of the Utilities Technology Council, with more than three decades of extensive utility industry experience, leading UTC’s staff as a trusted advocate and thought leader on regulatory issues and emerging technology.
Shelley Levoy
Director of Distribution & Mutual Assistance at Electricity Canada
Sogo Pierre Sanon
Research Scientist at Hydro-Québec Research Institute (IREQ)
Sol Lancashire
Manager, Telecom Engineering at BC Hydro
Steel McCreery
Application Engineer – Power Utility Communication at OMICRON Electronics
Steel McCreery has thirty-five years of application experience in data communication, automation, and cyber security, currently focused on power utility communications and cyber security at OMICRON.
Sylvain Chenard
Senior Product Manager at Nokia
Sylvain Chenard is a senior product manager at Nokia, focusing on optical network analytics. He has over 30 years of experience in the telecom industry and is a senior member of IEEE.
Sylvain Riendeau
Institut de recherche d’Hydro-Québec (IREQ)
Sylvain Riendeau holds a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in electrical engineering and has been involved in various research and development projects related to measurement, control, protection, and telecommunication systems at Hydro-Québec’s Research Institute.
Tim MacKay
Senior Manager, Telecom Engineering at Hydro One Networks, Inc.
Tim MacKay has 38 years of experience at Hydro One, currently serving as Senior Manager, Telecom Engineering, responsible for the design and engineering of telecom assets supporting Transmission and Distribution.
Tom Galloway
Chief Executive Officer and Board Director at North American Transmission Forum, Inc.
Tom Galloway is the CEO and board member of the North American Transmission Forum, leading efforts to promote excellence in the reliable, secure, resilient, and safe operation of the electric system.
Event Details
- Date
- April 13-15, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇨🇦 Toronto, Canada
- Hyatt Regency Toronto
- Pricing
- $695 - $1,095
- Audience
- Utility professionals, technology vendors, policymakers, researchers