The 4th Annual Atlantic Business Summit - June 2nd at the MaRS Discovery Centre

The 4th Annual Atlantic Business Summit, June 2nd in Toronto

The Atlantic Business Summit is a unique networking and learning experience where business and political leaders of the Atlantic region converge for one day of discussion and interaction.

On Thursday, June 2nd, 2011 at the fabulous MaRS Discovery Centre East Coast Connected (ECC) will host the 4th Annual Atlantic Business Summit. Past Summits have included keynote addresses from Hon. Frank McKenna, Don Tapscott (author of Wikinomics) and John Risley. This year will be no different - with a finalized keynote to be announced very soon.

This year the Summit focuses on 'Innovation, Cooperation and Leadership in Atlantic Canada's Energy Sector.'

 

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Meet the Speakers

2011 Summit Highlights

  • Presentations from industry experts discussing how collaboration and partnership have enabled the region. Recent examples of cooperation including connecting electricity between New Brunswick and PEI; Smart Grid initiatives between Nova Scotia, PEI and New Brunswick and the proposed transmission connection between Newfoundland, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.
  • Point / counterpoint sessions similar to ESPN’s “Pardon the Interruption”, where two ‘thought leaders’ will discuss a wide range of Energy policy issues.
  • A comprehensive guide to the Summit speakers can be viewed here

Accommodation

The Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in Downtown Toronto is offering special Atlantic Business Summit rates, starting at $169/night, for Summit Attendees for June 1 and June 2. To take advantage of this offer, please reserve your room directly with Marriott reservations by clicking here or calling 1-800-847-5075 before Wednesday, May 11, 2011. The Hotel is located close to the Yonge & College intersection and is approximately an 8 min walk to the MaRS Centre.

Exclusive Summit Discount from Porter Airlines

Will you be travelling from out of town to attend the 4th Annual Atlantic Business Summit?

Porter Airlines is pleased to offer the East Coast Connected Atlantic Business Summit attendees a 20% discount on all fare classes. Porter offers, free in-flight snacks and beverages (including beer and wine). The discounted fares are available for booking from March 25, 2011 to June 5, 2011 for travel from May 31, 2011 to June 5, 2011. Please book online at www.flyporter.com or call 1- 888-619-8622 using the promo code EAST11.

HP Atlantic Energy Contest- Winners Announced

The winners of the HP Atlantic Energy Contest are:

  • Simon Handrahan, BScE Chemical Engineering, University of New Brunswick, Fredericton
  • Reuben Penner, Bachelor of Education, Mount Saint Vincent University
  • Gregory Trowse, P.Eng., M.Sc. Physical Oceanography, Dalhousie University
  • Craig Sheppard, Department of Music, Dalhousie University
  • Hanif SedighNejad, PhD. Electrical Engineering, Memorial University of Newfoundland

Congratulations to all who participated.

2011 Summit Sponsors

SUPPORTING PARTNERS

Nova ScotiaPrince Edward IslandNew Brunswick
Hewlett PackardSaint Mary's University

EVENT PARTNERS

   McInnes Cooper Atlantic Canada's Lawfirm            TD Bank         MaRS Discovery District

PARTNERS

  Nova Scotia Power Inc.       Insurance Bureau of Canada        Bullfrog Power
 Grant Thornton
    DSTN
   The Rotman School of Management

IN KIND

 

       Porter Airlines

      Alexander Keith's

         Corporate Knights
Nova Scotian Crystal

 

Footage from ABS 2010

Renewable Energy: Next-level initiatives from ABS 2011

July 21, 2011 - 10:41am -
ABS guest reporter Laura Phillips - Conversations around clean energy are gaining momentum in Atlantic Canada. With increased involvement of government and business parties are accelerating the shift towards long term clean energy trends, and the resources and economic opportunity of Eastern regions are being realized. Developments such as Newfoundland's Lower Churchill Project and DSTN's facilities in Nova Scotia are key-contributors to greater initiative in Canada as a whole. However, speakers at the 4th Annual Atlantic Business Summit let out a clear call to action: renewable energy at large is a task that requires a more unified stance. A recurring theme from speakers was that the lack of federal policies on clean energy is restricting dialogue and hindering the action for necessary change. Read more

TD Bank sets the carbon-neutral standard

July 21, 2011 - 10:13am -
ABS guest reporter Erin McKay - You can sit back and ignore it, but climate change and stresses on the environment have caused considerable changes in the way individuals and corporations treat the world around them. Karen Clarke-Whistler, Chief Environment Officer of the TD Bank Group, addressed these concerns at the 4th annual Atlantic Business Summit in her session “The Economics of Carbon Neutral.” Read more

The Negawatt: Human Efficiency and the Environment in Atlantic Canada

July 21, 2011 - 9:37am -
ABS guest reporter Laura Phillips - Elizabeth Weir, President, Efficiency New Brunswick and Corey Diamond, President, Summerhill Group, switched gears at the 4th Annual Atlantic Business Summit to include a more micro-scaled set of energy initiatives. What separated the Negawatt from other panel discussions of the day was its "use less to gain more" mantra and emphasis on human efficiency. A term that has waffled through energy speak since the 1980's, the Negawatt is finding a place in Atlantic Canada and is producing tangible results. Read more

Memorial University’s innovative partnerships

July 21, 2011 - 8:49am -
ABS guest reporter Erin McKay - When it comes to advancing science in the energy industry, the research conducted at Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN) is one of Atlantic Canada’s hidden gems. Dr. Ray Gosine, MUN’s Associate Vice-President of Research, affirmed this fact at the 4th Annual Atlantic Business Summit as he recounted his story of collaboration between academic research and business. While Newfoundland is preparing for an oncoming energy sector boom, the University is ahead of the curve and is making significant strides via its ties with the oil and gas industry in all realms of research. Read more

New ABS 2010 videos: Atlantic prosperity - up close

September 13, 2010 - 4:34pm - Ian Finley
With the help of the MaRS production team and ECC’s IT Director Greg Lam, we are pleased to present five videos that captured this year’s Atlantic Business Summit this past June. Recently posted on Vimeo, our videos reveal innovations, breakthroughs and strategies for prosperity from the best seat in the house. Recap your ABS experience or find out what you missed with footage covering the entire day. Read more