2023 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Excellence in Industrial Construction

MAY 2-3, 2023 EDMONTON CONVENTION CENTRE
This 2-day event brings together construction, labour, & investment industry experts to discuss topics & themes critical to the heavy industrial construction & maintenance sectors.
Keynote Speaker
REX MURPHY
For years, Canadians have been treated to weekly commentary from Rex Murphy on CBC’s The National along with his Saturday column in the National Post. He has also acted as an editorial contributor to CBC Radio’s Definitely Not the Opera. For over 20 years he was the host and moderator of CBC Radio’s Cross Country Checkup. Audiences across Canada are simultaneously informed and entertained by Rex’s provocative commentary. He knows what makes Canadians tick and what drives our political and social affairs.
A Rhodes Scholar, Rex Murphy was born and raised in St. John’s, Newfoundland, where he graduated from Memorial University. He went to Oxford University, along with former US President Bill Clinton. Rex later ran twice in provincial elections and lost both times. Maybe he was too honest?
As a keynote speaker, Rex radiates intelligence and trustworthiness. His endearing style brings forth a sarcastic intellect and deep insight into issues affecting individuals and businesses.

Event Program
WELCOME RECEPTION & GALA DINNER
5:00 pm Doors Open, Registration and Welcome Reception
6:00 pm Welcome and Gala Dinner
7:00 pm Executive Panel Session on Canada’s Role in the Energy Transition
8:00 pm Wrap-up and Event Ends
FULL-DAY CONFERENCE EVENT
8:00 am Doors Open, Registration and Breakfast Buffet
9:00 am Welcome and Land Recognition
COAA Overview, Highlight of Strategic Priorities
9:30 am Session 1: Human and Organizational Performance (HOP)
10:00 am Session 2: Economic Update
10:30 am MORNING BREAK
11:00 am Session 3: COAA Committee & Community of Practice Highlights
12:00 pm LUNCH BREAK
1:00 pm Session 4: Pathways and Partnerships
1:30 pm Session 5: Labour Market Trends and Challenges: A BuildForce Feature Presentation
2:15 pm Session 6: Panel Session on Unlocking Alberta’s Competitiveness and Ensuring Industry Sustainability
3:00 pm AFTERNOON BREAK
3:30 pm Keynote Speaker
4:30 pm Door Prizes, Wrap-up Reception and Event Ends
Speakers

Terry Parker
Executive Director of the Building Trades of Alberta

Venue
Edmonton Convention Centre
9797 Jasper Avenue
Edmonton, AB T5J 1N9
Hotels Nearby
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
10065 – 100 St NW
Edmonton, AB T5J 0N6
Westin Edmonton
10135 – 100 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0N7
Courtyard by Marriott
One Thornton Court
99 St & Jasper Avenue Edmonton, AB T5J 2E7