📅 Join us for WiRE Toronto - Indigenous Leadership Networking Event
Canada's energy transition is about new technologies, infrastructure, or policy, but its also about the people.
As the renewable energy sector continues to grow, so does the opportunity to build a future that is more equitable and inclusive. Central to that future are meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities and leadership that creates space for diverse perspectives, shared decision-making, and long-term economic prosperity.
That's why Women in Renewable Energy (WiRE) is proud to partner with CIMA+ for an evening dedicated to exploring Inclusive Leadership and Indigenous Economic Development.
Event Details:
📅 Tuesday, September 29, 2026
🕠 Time: 5:30–8:00 PM
🎤 Panel Discussion: 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Central YMCA, 20 Grosvenor Street, Toronto
This event brings together respected leaders from across the energy, legal, consulting, and Indigenous relations sectors to share their experiences and perspectives on what meaningful collaboration looks like in practice.
The Panel will be moderated by:
• Drew Denton – President & CEO, EME Utility Engineering
Our panel features:
• Haleigh King-Hartford – Director of Indigenous Relations & Sustainability, Toronto Hydro
• Cherie Brant, BES, JD, ICD.D – National Leader of Indigenous Law, Borden Ladner Gervais LLP
• Shahid Pasha – Vice President, Energy & Resources, CIMA+
• Barry Payne – President, CEO & Senior Indigenous Advisory Consultant, Hiawatha Group
Together, these leaders will discuss how organizations can strengthen relationships with Indigenous communities, foster inclusive leadership at every level, and support economic development through partnership, respect, and shared opportunity.
Whether you work in renewable energy, engineering, utilities, consulting, government, or are just beginning your career, this event offers valuable insights into the evolving role of leadership in building a more sustainable and inclusive industry.
Before and after the panel discussion, attendees will have the opportunity to connect with professionals from across the sector during a networking reception. These conversations often spark new ideas, collaborations, and connections that extend well beyond the event itself.
At WiRE, we believe that advancing diversity, inclusion, and Indigenous partnerships strengthens our industry and helps create better outcomes for everyone. By bringing together voices from different backgrounds and experiences, we can build an energy future that is innovative, resilient, and grounded in meaningful collaboration.
We invite you to be part of this important conversation.
🎟️ Join us for an evening of learning, connection, and inspiration. We look forward to seeing you there!