June 9-11, 2026 | BMO Centre, Calgary, Canada

Canadian Energy Powering Global Opportunity

Powering AI at Scale: Energy, Infrastructure & Investment AI and Data Centres in Canada

Canada counts 239 operating data centers with several more under construction, with AI driving a step‑change in electricity needs. The AI & Digitalization Zone explores how data, digital infrastructure and AI are accelerating the transformation of global energy systems across the value chain. Decision makers looking for suppliers and solutions from across Canada, including from Québec and British Columbia rich in hydroelectric power and cool climates; along with Alberta projects emerging with a 'bring your own power' policy for faster approvals. The pavilion also attracts a strong US-based audience, including from the Pacific Northwest, Midwest, and South, which offer robust grids and favorable interconnection timelines attracting hyperscale investments.

Delegates and exhibitors can expect to interact with Canada's regulatory officials including the Major Projects Office which coordinates approvals for major infrastructure including data centres and energy facilities in Canada, alongside U.S. regulatory officials including FERC and state commissions assessing forecasts and cost allocation to support energy-intensive projects in the AI and data centre space.​ Key issues discussed in the conferences will include streamlined permitting, grid modernization, and regulatory clarity are vital to accelerate data center deployment and investment.

Additional key subjects to be addressed including the importance of community engagement vital for sustaining data centre projects and gaining public trust, addressing environmental concerns as developers are adopting transparent frameworks to address electricity, water, and land use concerns and building social license through proactive communication and local investment which the conference aims to facilitate.

Don’t miss your opportunity to be at the epicentre of the future of AI and data centres at the Global Energy Show Canada 2026!

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GESC26 Expo Booth

This opportunity is a purpose-built destination zone for investors, operators, and policymakers to learn, explore, and do business in the digital energy space.

  • Network directly with utilities, project developers, governments, and buyers seeking digital solutions.
  • Fuel real dialogue around technology, policy, and investment in a dedicated AI & digitalization community space.

Who Should Exhibit?

Power generation & energy supply service and suppliers

Power infrastructure & distribution service and suppliers

Backup & reliability systems service and suppliers

Cooling & thermal management service and suppliers

Advanced energy solutions service and suppliers

Modular & prefabricated infrastructure service and suppliers

Digital & monitoring solutions service and suppliers

Government & public sector

Regulatory & policy

Utilities & grid operators

Investors & financiers

Financial institutions