WaterPower Canada is pleased to announce the 2026 WPC Summit, HYDROFINANCE – Enabling the Future of Hydropower, taking place February 18–19, 2026, in Toronto, Ontario. This exclusive event will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, Indigenous partners, and financial experts to address the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of hydropower and sustainable energy development in Canada.
As Canada works to accelerate its electrification goals, high upfront costs, extended timelines, and the perception of risk continue to pose significant barriers to hydropower project development. This summit will explore the risks and roadblocks facing hydro, as well as the financial and regulatory frameworks needed to overcome them. Discussions will focus on how capital is currently being deployed, what’s needed to de-risk major infrastructure projects, and how financial institutions view hydro’s role within an increasingly diversified energy mix. The conversation will also examine the impacts of growing competition, international dynamics, regulatory complexity, and shifting climate objectives on long-term planning and investment.
HYDROFINANCE 2026 will provide a platform for policymakers and industry stakeholders to develop practical strategies to de-risk hydropower and renewable energy projects, strengthen long-term competitiveness, and secure investment in a dynamic energy landscape. From policy and regulatory insights to innovative financing models and Indigenous partnerships, this summit will highlight ways to advance hydropower’s role in Canada’s energy mix.
Join us in February as we address these challenges head-on and shape the future of hydropower and sustainable, clean energy development in Canada.
Event Details:
Location: The Globe and Mail Centre; 351 King St E Suite 1600, Toronto, ON M5A 0N1
Reception: February 18, 2026 at 5:00 pm (EDT)
Summit: February 19, 2026 from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm (EDT)
Registration: Coming soon!
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Speaking and Sponsorship opportunities are now available. Please contact us at conference@waterpowercanada.ca for more information on how to join the conversation.