A firsthand look at CEPCA
expert speaker discussions.
Uncover exclusive insights and learn why a national conference of this scale is critical to help create more resilient infrastructure and communities in the face of increased major weather events and disasters.
Adam McAllister, National Chair, UNDRR ARISE & CEO, McAllister & Craig Disaster Management Inc
Governing body Adam encourages those within the private and public sector to help shape a more disaster resilient country at CEPCA.
Susan Henry, Chief, Calgary Emergency Management Agency (CEMA)
Learn more about the recent challenges and opportunities involved in managing the City of Calgary’s emergency operations centre, during Susan's fireside chat case study with host Dr. Jeff Donaldson.
Eva Cohen, Founder & President, Civil Protection Youth Canada
“All Canadians, stakeholders, and levels of government must be persuaded of the value of a civilian response agency.” Hear from CEPCA Strategic Conference panelist Eva advocating for Canada to form a national agency like Germany's Federal Agency for Technical Relief (THW).
Jim Montgomery, Founder & CEO, Canadian Disaster Response Organization (CDRO)
“I’ve never felt this excited for a conference. What I see this shaping up to be is really the premier conference in Canada for you to attend this year.” Endorsed by the CDRO, Jim explains how CEPCA will support emergency managers across the country.
Leon Gaber, National Leader, Critical Infrastructure Resilience & Emergency Management Practice, KPMG
“Without these kinds of events, I think we are at risk of continuing to be siloed.” Join Strategic Conference speaker Leon National Leader, Critical Infrastructure Resilience & Emergency Management Practice at KPMG, to discuss the challenges and opportunities available needed to help strengthen the nation’s resiliency.
Rahul Singh - Executive Director, GlobalMedic
Governing body member, Rahul, sheds light on CEPCA's role in uniting the nation to strengthen disaster preparedness and mitigation strategies. Join us in paving the way for a resilient future together.
Myrna Bittner - CEO & Founder, RUNWITHIT Synthetics
Offering valuable insights at CEPCA governing body meetings, her team will be showcasing their work and solutions on the exhibition floor. Participating in the Strategic Conference, here's a sneak peek of what you can expect from Myrna and RWI Synthetics at CEPCA.
Mike Morrow, Account Executive, Juvare
Learn how technology is enhancing how we respond to and recover from major weather events and disasters. Join expert speaker Mike on Day 2 of the CEPCA Strategic Conference.
Simon Wells - Founder & Principal, Canadian Journal of Emergency Management (CJEM)
In this exclusive video, Simon discusses the urgent need for preparedness in the face of growing climate challenges and how our convention is bringing together experts, policymakers, and practitioners to drive meaningful action.
Valérie Tremblay-Gravel Head of the Riverbanks Section, Nature - Parks Management, Biodiversity and Riverbank Division - City of Montréal
Representing a municipal perspective, Valérie will showcase Montréal’s riverbank restoration program at the Strategic Conference. Joining the "Implementing Nature-Based Climate Solutions and Emphasizing the Importance of Biodiversity for Adaptation" panel, this topic is especially pertinent today as cities worldwide seek sustainable resilient solutions.
Rebecca Zentner-Barrett Director at ESG Global Advisors Inc
CEPCA speaker Rebecca is helping to make the business case for climate adaptation. Understand the potential opportunities for Canadian companies, and gain perspective on how to incorporate the economic impacts of climate change into everyday decision making processes at the Strategic Conference.
Magda Zachara, Program Manager, FireSmart Canada
Learn how we all have role to play in minimizing the negative impacts of wildfires with Magda at FireSmart™ Canada, a division of the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre and CEPCA Official Association Partner. Take an all of society approach to wildfire mitigation. Register to attend CEPCA today
Dale Beguin, Executive Vice-President, Canadian Climate Institute
Governing Body, Dale explains that the risks from a changing climate are going to be felt everywhere, and the accountability to prepare for them are likewise. The only way through those kinds of challenges is to bring together those different perspectives that have different levers for action and to work together to help Canada prepare for a changing climate.
Derek Sutherland, General Manager, Community and Protective Services, Columbia Shuswap Regional District
Strategic Speaker Derek stresses the importance of integrating communities into their own recovery model, and why an event like CEPCA is needed for emergency managers across the country.
Glenn McGillivary, Managing Director, Institute for Catastrophic Reduction (ICLR)
“Our exhibits illustrate how we can make homes more resilient to things like basement flooding, wildfire, severe wind, hail, and other hazards. I think anybody that’s involved in disaster risk reduction, and also home builders, building code officials, and others would find our exhibits really interesting.” Register for your complimentary visitor pass before September 24.
Michael Higgins, Director, Climate Readiness and Community Recovery, Colliers Project Leaders
Get a first-hand look at CEPCA insightful panelist discussions. Moderator Michael shares his anticipation and what to expect for "A Wraparound Model for Recovery Operations." Create a more cohesive and effective emergency management and climate adaptation strategy. Attend the Strategic Conference.
David Robinson, Executive Director, TechKnowledgey Group
Join Technical Theatre speaker, David Robinson for "Indigenous Wildfire & Flood Emergency Response Coalition" to explore ongoing developments needed to protect Canada's most vulnerable from wildfires.
Richard Gurberg, President, Creatium Equipment
Learn about what's available before a disaster happens, with Technical Theatre presenters and exhibitors like Richard at Creatium Equipment.
Aarya Shahsavar, Chief Executive Director, Innocorps Research Group
Join Aarya, CEPCA "Redefining Logistics and Sustainment in Disaster Response with Circular Utility Integration for Temporary Camps" presenter, and Innocorps Research Corporation exhibitor, to deploy innovative technologies.
Darren Blackburn, Program Director, Justice Institute of British Columbia
Darren previews two upcoming CEPCA Technical Theatre presentations that deal with how Canada is preparing for evolving emergency management practice. See everything the CEPCA show floor has to offer. Explore the Technical Theatre program.
Kayla Pepper, Principal, Colliers Project Leaders
Anthony Moore, at the Nisga’a Lisims Government, and Kayla Pepper, at Colliers Project Leaders, will delve into the importance of and benefits of bringing Indigenous governing bodies and local governments together in e, at the CEPCA and Recovery Technical Theatre.
Gary Stairs, Founder & CEO, Stellar Futures
Having experienced the devastating effects of natural disasters first hand, Gary is committed to helping communities better anticipate and prepare for impending emergencies. Join him at the Climate Adaptation & Innovation Technical Theatre for "Regional ‘Digital Triplet’ For Impact-Based Forecasting and Warning Services" to learn about the latest in modelling and alerting technology.
Dave Brand, Director of Emergency Management, Red Deer County
Explore how e can transition from a traditional response-based command and control system to a leadership and team management approach. Join IAEM Canada Alberta Region President Dave for "Building Emergency Resilience Using the Power of Emotional Intelligence" at the and Recovery Theatre.
Don Williams, Founder & CEO, CounterCrisis Tech
Working to support GSAR teams, emergency managers, and humanitarian efforts, the GSAR ICS Project will help organizations collect, share, and report on information at all operational levels. Join GSAR ICS Project Technical Theatre presenter Don, and exhibitors like CounterCrisis Tech, working to deploy the latest in emergency management technology on the CEPCA show floor.
Steven Newton, President & CEO, Innomergence Solutions Incoporated
PPOST (Priorities; Problems; Objectives; Strategies; Tactics) is a practice promoted by Incident Command System (ICS) Canada. For example, it can produce the initial recovery plan for large disasters in less than 72 hours. Join PPOST founder Dean Monterey at Monterey Management Consulting, and co-presenter Steve Newton at Innomergence Solutions Incorporated, for their CEPCA Technical Theatre presentation on this proven approach.
Todd Livingston, Training Coordinator, Emergency Management Accreditation Program
CEPCA “gives you the opportunity to build a bigger rolodex of resources, references, and folks that you can rely on to help work on solutions in your area.” Make the most out your localities major disaster preparations, learn about the Emergency Management Accreditation Program with Todd at the CEPCA Disaster Response and Recovery Theatre.
Doug Harvey, VP Business Development, Sales & Marketing, Galaxy Broadband Communications
Explore cutting-edge technologies that are practical and scalable to provide innovative solutions for better outcomes at CEPCA. Join “Rapid Response Communication Solutions” Technical Theatre co-presenter, Doug, and exhibitors like Galaxy Broadband Communications, on the exhibition floor.
