Consuelo van Beek

Mathieu Côté

Natasha Daniel

Gareth Gransaull

Jillian Murray, PhD

Jodie Hon

Victoria Verroen

Katelyn Macdonald

Kassandra Drodge

+ MORE SPEAKERS TBA!

Climate Crossroads: Pathways to Energy Equity

The MScSM program is driven by the goal of a sustainable world. Learn more about the program at http://uoft.me/mscsm.

Master of Science in Sustainability Management (MScSM)

A one-day conference focusing on the climate crisis and how we can alter its course, hosted by Iron & Earth and U of T Mississauga MScSM.

University of Toronto Mississauga, Innovation Complex

Canadian Climate Week Xchange (CCWX)

This conference is part of the first annual Canadian Climate Week Xchange (CCWX), a week of events hosted across Canada, focused on exploring the future of climate, work, and equity.

<h3>PLEASE NOTE: Refunds/Cancellations will no longer be accepted 48 hours prior to the event (Wed. Nov. 26 @ 9 am). Thank you for your understanding.</h3>

Featuring workshops, speakers, and panels on various topics and perspectives, hear from some of Canada's leading climate advocates about ongoing efforts across the country, what actions are needed next, and what you can do to help. Topics will include renewable energy projects, climate policy, energy efficiency, green jobs, youth perspectives and initiative, and much more. This event is hosted in partnership with the U of T Master of Science in Sustainability Management (MScSM) as well as the Sustainability Office.A networking space will be available, with industry representatives invited.Lunch will be provided. Parking available **Notice of Filming and Photography **When you attend this event, you enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By entering the event premises, you consent to such recording media and its release, publication, exhibition or reproduction.

Agenda

Doors Open

Welcome and Opening Remarks

Keynote Speakers - Mathieu Côté + Consuelo van Beek

Break

This panel features representatives from organisations that work primarily with youth and job seekers. Our panelists will provide insight on the current green job market, the barriers they see for youth and employers, and where they see the green economy going in the next few years. 

Session 1: Panel Discussion - Youth and New Workers in the Energy Transition

Lunch

Session 2: Futuristic Communities-Pathways to the Energy Transition Discussion

The just transition can start at the level of communities and individuals. Learn about how Iron & Earth supports community-owned and -maintained renewable projects in remote and Indigenous communities through the Renewable Skills Initiative, and how to start your own green career with the Climate Career Portal: a wraparound digital platform for careers in renewable energy. This interactive workshop will involved structured networking and peer mentorship to help you achieve your climate goals and make new connections.

Session 3 : Green Careers and Climate Peers

Step into the Great Canadian Electricity Map—a hands-on, large-scale experience that makes the complexity of Canada’s electricity system tangible and engaging. This interactive session highlights how the map is sparking curiosity, building foundational electricity knowledge, and helping youth connect the dots between clean energy, careers and community impact.