Upcoming Event

Powering the Future

Date:  Monday, March 9, 2026
Start Time:  10:15 am PST

Canada West Forum is excited to present an event that examines the future of energy supply and consumption in British Columbia. Moderated by filmmaker and environmental journalist Damien Gillis, the expert panel includes:

The event will be livestreamed on Zoom and posted later on our website and Youtube and other social media platforms.

Participating Panelists

Glen Clark

Glen Clark, BC Hydro Chair and former Premier. For many years, Glen has held leadership roles in public and private service in B.C. Until 2023, he was the president and CEO of the Jim Pattison Group, one of the largest business groups and employers in the province. He also serves on the Board of Canfor and Westshore Terminals.

Markham Hislop

Markham Hislop is Western Canada’s foremost energy and climate journalist and podcaster. As publisher of EnergiMedia, he explores the ideas, contradictions, and choices shaping Canada’s energy transition.

Jae Mather

Jae Mather is CEO of Carbon Free Group and the Chief Innovation Officer at ClimateDoor. where he leads the Low Carbon Business Action Canada phase 2 cleantech bridge project.