Upcoming Events
Courses, webinars, networking, and global Trade & Learning Missions that drive smart energy solutions.
Explore Europe's Energy Markets: Canada's Enlit Europe 2026 Trade Mission Info Session
In one-hour, hear directly from Canadian Trade Commissioners in Switzerland, Austria, France, Czechia, and Hungary on where the real opportunities are - and get the full picture of the November 9-13 Trade & Learning Mission to Enlit Europe.
Planetek Italia: Earth Observation for Transmission Power Grids Webinar
In this webinar, attendees will discover how Planetek’s satellite-based monitoring service supports Transmission System Operators (TSOs) in strengthening grid resilience and enhancing emergency management capabilities. They will gain insights into real-world results achieved by leading TSOs worldwide, learn from the experience of a long-established European Earth Observation company, and explore how this proven solution is now available to support the Canadian market.
DER Fundamentals Course Offering
We’re excited to announce the launch of Distributed Energy Resources – Fundamentals (DER101), a premier training course designed for professionals in the energy sector. This course provides a comprehensive overview of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and their role in Canada’s transition to a clean energy future.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
Energy professionals looking to expand their knowledge of distributed energy systems
Utility and grid operators adapting to new energy models
Policymakers and regulators shaping DER policies
Business leaders exploring DER integration and investment opportunities
Engineers and consultants in the energy sector
DER Fundamentals Course Offering
We’re excited to announce the launch of Distributed Energy Resources – Fundamentals (DER101), a premier training course designed for professionals in the energy sector. This course provides a comprehensive overview of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and their role in Canada’s transition to a clean energy future.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
Energy professionals looking to expand their knowledge of distributed energy systems
Utility and grid operators adapting to new energy models
Policymakers and regulators shaping DER policies
Business leaders exploring DER integration and investment opportunities
Engineers and consultants in the energy sector
The Modern Grid Innovation Exchange
Join us in Toronto on October 19th, 2026 for the Modern Grid Innovation Exchange!
On October 19, 2026, Join Canada's leading utilities and solution providers for a private, peer-led workshop on grid modernization — held in partnership with CanREA and RE+ Events, the day before CanREA's Electricity Transformation Canada (ETC) 2026 kicks off. Share what's working, troubleshoot common challenges, and connect with the partners driving the modern grid forward.
EIF is Canada’s leading utility-focused innovation forum - but it’s not only for utilities.
The event is uniquely designed to bring utilities and solution providers together for meaningful, small-scale engagement on grid modernization.
The morning gives utilities a trusted peer-to-peer environment, and the afternoon transitions into curated vendor showcases and strategic networking, creating a rare platform for solution providers to connect directly with decision-makers before the Electricity Transformation Canada (ETC) event begins.
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A confidential, safe space to discuss modern grid challenges and opportunities
A first read on where you stand vs. peers that is Confidential — never a public ranking
Peer-to-peer networking on lessons learned, best practices, and preferred partners
Direct access to leading Canadian solution providers
Complimentary or discounted ETC pass
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Download Overview HERE.
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Connect directly with utility decision-makers in curated sessions.
Showcase your solutions during a showcase slot in the afternoon session.
Discounted ETC pass*
Position your organization as a key partner in advancing Canada’s modern grid.
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Download Overview HERE.
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Download Sponsorship package Sponsorship HERE
Registration & What’s Included
Pricing:
Utilities: $150 (free for SGIN Utility members, limited to 2 seats per utility)
Vendors: $750 (25% off for SGIN Vendor members)
Spaces are limited and SGIN members are given priority. Not yet a member, become a member HERE.
Utilities get:
Free pass or discount to the ETC event
Peer-to-peer networking opportunity on grid modernization topics
Access to leading companies in Canada who can support their grid modernization journey
Vendors get:
A showcase slot in the EIF 2026 workshop
Dedicated networking and B2B matchmaking with utility decision-makers
20% discount to the ETC event
Event Agenda
Questions? Please contact emma@sgin.ca
Trade & Learning Mission to Enlit Europe
Interested in joining SGIN's 2026 delegation to Enlit Europe? Fill out our expression of interest form!
DER Fundamentals Course Offering
We’re excited to announce the launch of Distributed Energy Resources – Fundamentals (DER101), a premier training course designed for professionals in the energy sector. This course provides a comprehensive overview of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and their role in Canada’s transition to a clean energy future.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
Energy professionals looking to expand their knowledge of distributed energy systems
Utility and grid operators adapting to new energy models
Policymakers and regulators shaping DER policies
Business leaders exploring DER integration and investment opportunities
Engineers and consultants in the energy sector
AI Energy Hackathon Canada and Trinidad and Tobago Webinar
The AI Energy Hackathon Canada and Trinidad & Tobago webinar will bring together government, not-for-profit, education, utility, and private-sector audiences to explore how energy data, AI, and collaboration can create practical solutions for sustainability, grid management, cost reduction, and education. Using the Canada–Trinidad & Tobago hackathon as a real-world use case, the session will highlight how students used electricity data and AI tools to become active problem-solvers, and how this model can be expanded through Caribbean, Canadian, and international collaboration. Attendees will gain insight into why the hackathon was successful, what it revealed about the value of energy data, and how future partnerships can turn data-driven learning into measurable energy and climate action.
Canada’s Electricity Strategy Summit
Join us for Canada’s Electricity Strategy Summit taking place June 23rd to 24th. This will entail a social event with Electricity Canada, facilitated discussions and roundtables, attendees will be invited to provide feedback on the strategy, identify implementation challenges and opportunities, and contribute perspectives that can help inform future engagement with governments, utilities, communities, and industry partners.
SGIN Member – Quarterly Connect
Join us for our quarterly virtual networking session from 11:00am – 12:00pm Eastern! It’s a casual hour to connect, share updates, and meet fellow SGIN members through roundtable introductions.
Email jenn@sgin.ca to become a member. If you are a SGIN member and do not have this invite, please email Jenn.
DER Fundamentals Course Offering
We’re excited to announce the launch of Distributed Energy Resources – Fundamentals (DER101), a premier training course designed for professionals in the energy sector. This course provides a comprehensive overview of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and their role in Canada’s transition to a clean energy future.
Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for:
Energy professionals looking to expand their knowledge of distributed energy systems
Utility and grid operators adapting to new energy models
Policymakers and regulators shaping DER policies
Business leaders exploring DER integration and investment opportunities
Engineers and consultants in the energy sector
Member Spotlight Webinar
Discover how OSO’s Supercharge smart water‑heater technology is reshaping the future of home energy monitoring, fleet management, and grid modernization. This presentation explores how connected stainless‑steel smart water heaters can operate as a flexible, responsive resource for peak‑load management, demand response, time‑of‑use pricing, and real‑time utility coordination. Attendees will see how OSO’s platform enables intelligent load shifting to reduce energy costs, enhance system reliability, and ease pressure on electricity grids - all while empowering customers with intelligent hot‑water solutions. The session offers a practical look at how intelligent water‑heating infrastructure can accelerate the clean‑energy transition and deliver measurable benefits for utilities and consumers.
SGIN Member – Quarterly Connect
Join us for our quarterly virtual networking session from 11:00am – 12:00pm Eastern! It’s a casual hour to connect, share updates, and meet fellow SGIN members through roundtable introductions.
Email jenn@sgin.ca to become a member. If you are a SGIN member and do not have this invite, please email Jenn.
Trade & Learning Mission to Enlit Europe
Interested in joining SGIN's 2025 delegation to Enlit Europe? Fill out our expression of interest form!
SGIN Member – Quarterly Connect
Join us for our quarterly virtual networking session from 11:00am – 12:00pm Eastern! It’s a casual hour to connect, share updates, and meet fellow SGIN members through roundtable introductions.
Email jenn@sgin.ca to become a member. If you are a SGIN member and do not have this invite, please email Jenn.