Program at a Glance
October 20, 2026
EMC Board Strategic Session (1 PM – 5 PM) (EMC Board members only)
By invitation only
Opening Reception (6 PM – 7 PM)
Begin your conference experience by collecting your badge and join us for a light reception to welcome you to Winnipeg. Connect with fellow attendees and enjoy a relaxed evening ahead of two full days of insightful and exciting programming.
October 21, 2026
Breakfast (8:30 AM – 9 AM)
Start your day at EVVE with a networking breakfast, offering a relaxed setting to connect with fellow attendees. Enjoy a light meal while exchanging ideas, making new connections, and preparing for a full day of sessions and activities.
Opening Plenary (9:30 AM – 10:15 AM)
Join us as we officially open EVVE 2026 with reflections on the state of electric mobility in Canada and what lies ahead. This plenary sets the stage for the conference, highlighting key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the transition to clean transportation.
Coffee Break (10:15 AM – 10:45 AM)
Take a break, recharge, and continue the conversation with fellow attendees.
Session Block 1 (10:45 AM – 12 PM)
Multiple concurrent sessions will run during this time, covering a range of topics across policy, industry, technology, infrastructure, and equity in electric mobility. Attendees will have the opportunity to choose sessions aligned with their interests and areas of focus, with perspectives from across the Canadian electric mobility ecosystem. Full session descriptions and speakers will be released once programming is confirmed.
Lunch (12 PM – 12:30 PM)
Take a break for a networking lunch, where attendees can connect, recharge, and continue conversations sparked during the morning sessions.
Awards Ceremony (12:30 PM – 1 PM)
Join us for the EVVE Awards Ceremony, featuring the presentation of the 2026 Al Cormier Award. Celebrate outstanding achievements in electric mobility, recognize innovation and leadership across the sector, and connect with peers in a festive and inspiring setting.
Half-Day Workshop (1:15 PM – 5 PM)
A hands-on, interactive workshop offering participants an in-depth opportunity to explore a focused topic through practical exercises, discussion, and collaborative learning. Designed to encourage active participation, the workshop will provide tools, insights, and real-world perspectives that attendees can apply in their work.
Session Block 2 (1:15 PM – 2:15 PM)
Multiple concurrent sessions will run during this time, covering a range of topics across policy, industry, technology, infrastructure, and equity in electric mobility. Attendees will have the opportunity to choose sessions aligned with their interests and areas of focus, with perspectives from across the Canadian electric mobility ecosystem. Full session descriptions and speakers will be released once programming is confirmed.
Session Block 3 (2:30 PM – 3:30 PM)
Multiple concurrent sessions will run during this time, covering a range of topics across policy, industry, technology, infrastructure, and equity in electric mobility. Attendees will have the opportunity to choose sessions aligned with their interests and areas of focus, with perspectives from across the Canadian electric mobility ecosystem. Full session descriptions and speakers will be released once programming is confirmed.
Coffee Break (3:30 PM – 4 PM)
Take a break, recharge, and continue the conversation with fellow attendees.
Session Block 4 (4 PM – 5 PM)
Multiple concurrent sessions will run during this time, covering a range of topics across policy, industry, technology, infrastructure, and equity in electric mobility. Attendees will have the opportunity to choose sessions aligned with their interests and areas of focus, with perspectives from across the Canadian electric mobility ecosystem. Full session descriptions and speakers will be released once programming is confirmed.
October 22, 2026
Breakfast (8:30 – 9 AM)
Start your day at EVVE with a networking breakfast, offering a relaxed setting to connect with fellow attendees. Enjoy a light meal while exchanging ideas, making new connections, and preparing for a full day of sessions and activities.
Morning Plenary (9 AM – 10:15 AM)
Kick off the day with the morning plenary, bringing together leaders and experts from across the electric mobility ecosystem. This session will highlight key trends, emerging opportunities, and priority issues, setting the stage for an insightful and engaging day of conference programming.
Coffee Break (10:15 AM – 10:45 AM)
Take a break, recharge, and continue the conversation with fellow attendees.
Session Block 5 (10:45 AM – 12 PM)
Multiple concurrent sessions will run during this time, covering a range of topics across policy, industry, technology, infrastructure, and equity in electric mobility. Attendees will have the opportunity to choose sessions aligned with their interests and areas of focus, with perspectives from across the Canadian electric mobility ecosystem. Full session descriptions and speakers will be released once programming is confirmed.
Lunch (12 PM – 12:30 PM)
Take a break for a networking lunch, where attendees can connect, recharge, and continue conversations sparked during the morning sessions.
Plenary Session (12:30 PM – 1 PM)
Join us for the final plenary of the day, where speakers will reflect on key themes and insights from earlier sessions. This session will provide a platform for discussion, highlight emerging trends, and offer perspectives to carry forward into the remaining conference programming.
Petcha Kutcha Presentations (1:15 PM – 2 PM)
Experience a fast-paced and engaging PechaKucha session, where presenters share their ideas, projects, and insights in a concise, visual format. Each speaker delivers 20 slides for 20 seconds each, offering a dynamic and inspiring way to explore diverse perspectives across the electric mobility ecosystem.
Workshop (2:15 PM – 5 PM)
A hands-on, interactive workshop offering participants an in-depth opportunity to explore a focused topic through practical exercises, discussion, and collaborative learning. Designed to encourage active participation, the workshop will provide tools, insights, and real-world perspectives that attendees can apply in their work.
Session Block 6 (2:15 PM – 3:30 PM)
Multiple concurrent sessions will run during this time, covering a range of topics across policy, industry, technology, infrastructure, and equity in electric mobility. Attendees will have the opportunity to choose sessions aligned with their interests and areas of focus, with perspectives from across the Canadian electric mobility ecosystem. Full session descriptions and speakers will be released once programming is confirmed.
Coffee Break (3:30 PM – 4 PM)
Take a break, recharge, and continue the conversation with fellow attendees.
Session Block 7 (4 PM – 5 PM)
Multiple concurrent sessions will run during this time, covering a range of topics across policy, industry, technology, infrastructure, and equity in electric mobility. Attendees will have the opportunity to choose sessions aligned with their interests and areas of focus, with perspectives from across the Canadian electric mobility ecosystem. Full session descriptions and speakers will be released once programming is confirmed.
Closing Reception (5:30 PM – 7:30 PM)
Celebrate the close of EVVE at a special closing reception at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. Join fellow attendees for an evening of connection and conversation, and enjoy the opportunity to explore the museum’s exhibits as we reflect on two days of collaboration, insight, and progress in electric mobility.