Where are the next opportunities for heavy oil growth? What does it take to turn greenfield SAGD projects into profitable, scalable businesses? And how will geopolitics, trade policy, and shifting global energy markets affect Canadian producers?
Thursday, Nov 19 I The Hudson Loft, Calgary I MORE INFORMATION
CHOA CONNECTS 2026: Resilient by Design
Business Discipline. Geopolitical Awareness. Sustainable Profits.
At CHOA CONNECTS 2026, hear directly from the people tackling these questions:
- Greenfield SAGD Growth: Leaders from Strathcona Resources, Cardinal Energy, and Verdant Resource Partners share how they’re building their businesses through new thermal developments — the investment decisions, execution strategies, early results, and lessons learned.
- Geopolitics, Trade & World Oil Markets: Explore how international trade relationships, evolving carbon markets, global oil supply and demand, and geopolitical uncertainty are reshaping the competitive landscape for Canadian heavy oil — and what businesses can do to position themselves for success.
- Technology & Innovation Driving Business Results: Two innovation case studies, ibex™ steam generation and BituPod™ bitumen/heavy oil rail transportation – what does it take to mature an innovative concept from idea to a readily proven technology?
- Economics, Capital Markets & Macro Outlook: Delve into the economic forces, market dynamics and strategic challenges shaping the future of Canada’s energy industry with executives from Cenovus Energy, Tamarack Valley Energy, Imperial Oil and BMO Capital Markets.
Critical conversations. Real-world business insights. One day to explore the future of Canadian heavy oil. Seats are limited. Secure your spot here.