CNA West Program
Three days of keynotes, panels, and seminars shaping the future of nuclear. Browse the program by day, times are listed in Mountain Time (MT).
The Nuclear Finance Summit is a $250 add-on that you have the option of purchasing during the conference registration process. It is not open to all CNA West ticket holders.
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The Nuclear Finance Summit is a $250 add-on that you have the option of purchasing during the conference registration process. It is not open to all CNA West ticket holders.
The CNA’s Enabling Financing for Nuclear study explores the economics of nuclear, the associated risks that impact financing, and the importance of policy support and financing framework attributes that supports the inflow of private capital to nuclear projects. This session will focus on presenting the CNA’s study, including a review of successfully funded nuclear projects, and high-level recommendations for governments and industry.
The Nuclear Finance Summit is a $250 add-on that you have the option of purchasing during the conference registration process. It is not open to all CNA West ticket holders.
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The Nuclear Finance Summit is where the people financing the future of nuclear come together. Designed as an executive-level forum, this exclusive pre-conference summit brings together industry leaders, investors, utilities, governments, and innovators for a day of high-impact conversations about the capital, policy, and partnerships needed to accelerate nuclear deployment.
More than a series of presentations, the Summit is designed to spark ideas, challenge conventional thinking, and create meaningful dialogue between those making investment decisions and those delivering projects. Expect thought-provoking keynotes, candid conversations, and practical insights on topics ranging from innovative financing models and private capital to market design, risk allocation, and the policies that will shape the next generation of nuclear development.
If the future of nuclear depends on getting finance right, this is the conversation you won’t want to miss. Join the leaders driving the decisions that will define the industry’s next decade before the main conference begins.
The Nuclear Finance Summit is a $250 add-on that you have the option of purchasing during the conference registration process. It is not open to all CNA West ticket holders.
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Sweden has successfully created the conditions necessary to attract private investment and advance new nuclear development through a combination of policy certainty, revising the regulatory framework, and applying public-private partnerships in a deregulated energy market. Alberta now finds itself at a similar crossroads, with growing interest in nuclear energy and a provincial environment that shares many of the characteristics that enabled Sweden’s progress.
This session will explore how Sweden structured its approach to nuclear finance, the mechanisms it is applying to improve investor confidence, and the lessons that can be applied within the Alberta context. International experts will share firsthand insights into what’s working, the challenges they have encountered so far, and the practical considerations for jurisdictions seeking to mobilize private capital for nuclear projects.
The Nuclear Finance Summit is a $250 add-on that you have the option of purchasing during the conference registration process. It is not open to all CNA West ticket holders.
Nuclear projects require significant capital, but what does it take to attract investors to the table? This panel brings together organizations that have already invested in the sector to discuss why they chose nuclear, how they assessed the opportunity, and what gave them confidence to proceed. Participants will gain valuable insight into the investment criteria, market signals, and policy conditions that can help position future nuclear projects for success.
The Nuclear Finance Summit is a $250 add-on that you have the option of purchasing during the conference registration process. It is not open to all CNA West ticket holders.
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Nuclear projects require significant capital, but what does it take to attract investors to the table? This panel brings together organizations that have already invested in the sector to discuss why they chose nuclear, how they assessed the opportunity, and what gave them confidence to proceed. Participants will gain valuable insight into the investment criteria, market signals, and policy conditions that can help position future nuclear projects for success.
The Nuclear Finance Summit is a $250 add-on that you have the option of purchasing during the conference registration process. It is not open to all CNA West ticket holders.
Commercial banks play a critical role in financing major infrastructure projects, yet nuclear has often been viewed as a complex and higher-risk investment. What would it take to change that equation? This panel brings together leaders from financial institutions to explore the conditions that would increase confidence in nuclear projects. Panelists will discuss the specific factors they need to see before committing capital. The conversation will provide attendees with a clearer understanding of how de-risking strategies can help bridge the gap between nuclear ambition and investment reality.
The Nuclear Finance Summit is a $250 add-on that you have the option of purchasing during the conference registration process. It is not open to all CNA West ticket holders.
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The Nuclear Finance Summit is a $250 add-on that you have the option of purchasing during the conference registration process. It is not open to all CNA West ticket holders.
This interactive session will explore emerging approaches to financing nuclear projects and the innovative thinking required to support long-term sector growth. Expert speakers will share perspectives on creative financing models – the advantages, risks and potential unintended consequences. Following a series of short presentations, participants will have the opportunity to engage directly with speakers through an extended question-and-answer discussion focused on the practical opportunities and challenges of financing the next generation of nuclear projects.
The Nuclear Finance Summit is a $250 add-on that you have the option of purchasing during the conference registration process. It is not open to all CNA West ticket holders.
As the Nuclear Finance Summit comes to a close, CNA President and CEO George Christidis will reflect on the key themes and ideas that emerged throughout the day and what they mean for the future of nuclear investment.
The Nuclear Finance Summit is a $250 add-on that you have the option of purchasing during the conference registration process. It is not open to all CNA West ticket holders.
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Start your day off right with a hearty breakfast! We invite all conference attendees to enjoy a complimentary morning meal, perfect for fueling up before a full day of sessions and networking. Whether you’re in the mood for a hot cup of coffee, fresh pastries, or a healthy spread, we have something for everyone.
Join CNA President & CEO George Christidis formally open CNA West 2026 and welcome attendees to this year’s gathering. George will provide an overview of the event ahead and outline the key themes that will guide our discussions over the coming days.
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Take a moment to refresh and refuel during our morning break, featuring a selection of coffee, tea, and light refreshments. It’s the perfect opportunity to relax, network, and prepare for the concurrent sessions ahead.
The break will take place in Hall E and in front of the Palomino Rooms.
Interest in nuclear for industrial applications has grown significantly, but deploying Alberta’s first industrial SMR will require much more than a proven technology. It will take an industrial customer with a clear need, a technology capable of meeting it, a viable commercial and investment model, and the right conditions to move a project forward.
This panel brings together organizations that each hold a critical piece of that equation. From the perspective of industrial energy users and reactor developers to project development and Alberta’s innovation ecosystem, panelists will examine what needs to happen before a first project can reach a commercial decision.
The conversation will get practical about the barriers that remain, including technology readiness, cost and risk, project development, industrial integration and investment, and ask where responsibility for moving the market forward ultimately sits.
Most importantly: what needs to happen next, and who needs to move first, for Alberta’s first industrial SMR to become a reality?
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The discussion will focus on the broader economic ecosystem required to support future nuclear development in Western Canada, including workforce development, research, procurement, Indigenous participation, supply chains and investment.
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Microreactors are emerging as a potential solution for some of the most challenging energy applications in Canada, providing reliable, emissions-free power and heat in locations where traditional energy infrastructure may be impractical or unavailable. From mining and resource extraction to remote and northern operations, these technologies could transform how industry approaches energy security, decarbonization, and operational resilience. This session will explore the current state of microreactor development, promising industrial applications, and the opportunities and challenges associated with deploying these technologies at scale.
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Enjoy light refreshments while networking with fellow attendees, speakers, and exhibitors. Take the opportunity to explore the tradeshow floor and continue the discussions sparked during the conference sessions.
The break will take place in Hall E and in front of the Palomino Rooms.
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Based on the CNA’s MADE for Nuclear framework, and building on discussions at workshop #1 in Ontario, this session will facilitate discussions around attracting people to the nuclear sector, labour mobility, credential recognition, and upskilling needs for projects in Western Canada. The discussion will also address nuclear energy education for young people and the importance of building programs that address workforce gaps. Note: This session will be #2 of 3 planned industry workshops, will focus on workforce development in new-to-nuclear jurisdictions.
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Kick off the second day of the conference with an energizing complimentary breakfast! Join us for fresh coffee, delicious pastries, and a variety of nutritious options. It’s a perfect way to fuel your day before diving into another round of insightful sessions and exciting networking opportunities.
Western Canada stands at a pivotal moment in its energy future. With growing interest in nuclear technologies to support economic development, industrial competitiveness, and energy security the conversation is shifting from whether nuclear has a role to play, to how it can be successfully deployed. This plenary will bring together senior leaders from government, industry, and the nuclear sector to discuss the policies, partnerships, investments, and public engagement needed to build a thriving nuclear industry in Alberta and across Western Canada.
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Take a moment to refresh and refuel during our morning break, featuring a selection of coffee, tea, and light refreshments. It’s the perfect opportunity to relax, network, and prepare for the concurrent sessions ahead.
The break will take place in Hall E and in front of the Palomino Rooms.
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The Federal Nuclear Energy Strategy identifies four pillars for advancing Canada’s nuclear future, beginning with enabling new builds across the country. Turning that ambition into projects will require governments and industry to address the policy, regulatory, financial, workforce and supply-chain conditions that can support successful deployment.
This interactive, CNA member-only session will explore what is needed to enable new and ongoing nuclear projects across Canada. Taking a long-term view, members will be invited to identify emerging opportunities, examine the most significant barriers to development, and discuss the policies, programs and industry coordination required to support sector growth.
The discussion will also provide members with an opportunity to shape how CNA can best support the sector as the federal strategy moves into implementation. Insights from the session will help inform future CNA programming, policy priorities and member services.
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Enjoy light refreshments while networking with fellow attendees, speakers, and exhibitors. Take the opportunity to explore the tradeshow floor and continue the discussions sparked during the conference sessions.
The break will take place in Hall E and in front of the Palomino Rooms.