2026 EIAA Annual Technical Conference

FEBRUARY 6th & 7th, 2026

Coast Nisku Inn & Conference Centre or VIRTUALLY

1101 - 4th Street, Nisku, Alberta, T9E 7N1

 

Thank you to all who attended the Conference this year! We look forward to seeing you next year at the 2027 Annual EIAA Conference.

 

EIAA, ECAA and IAEI members are eligible for member rates. 

To register within our website as an EIAA member or as an ECAA/IAEI member to received

EIAA member event rates proceed to: Memberships!

 

The 2026 EIAA Annual Technical Conference will be a full two-day event!!

  • Day one, Friday February 6th, will feature the formal portion of the conference, such as, Submission Items & Reports.
  • Day two, Saturday February 7th, will consist of four technical presentations.

 

 

 Day Two Training Sessions

Note: The order of training sessions is subject to change to accommodate travel schedules of the presenters.

Training Session #1:

An overview of UL9540 and it’s relationship to the CE Code.

Andrew Pottier, UL Canada

Training Session #2:

Section 68 of the CE Code: Pools, tubs and spas.

Dave Pilon, TSASK

Training Session #3:

Table D3 of the CE Code and how to apply it.

Steve Douglas, QPS

Training Session #4:

An open mike discussion on common code violations asseen by SCO’s.

 

Registration Options

Full Conference Both Days Full Day Friday Only Full Day Saturday Only

 

IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE OPTIONS

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VIRTUAL (ON-LINE) ATTENDANCE OPTIONS

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Member Rates in Person

 Member Rates VIRTUAL

Member two-day in-person registration $200.00 (After Jan.15: $250.00)

 Member two-day virtual registration $200.00 (After Jan.15: $250.00)

Member day one only in-person registration $120.00 (After Jan.15: $150.00)

 Member day one virtual registration $120.00 (After Jan.15: $150.00)

Member day two only in-person registration $120.00 (After Jan.15: 150.00)

 Member day two virtual registration $120.00 (After Jan.15: $150.00)

NON-Member Rates in Person

 NON-Member Rates VIRTUAL

Non-member two-days in-person registration $280 (After Jan.15: $350.00)

 Non-member two-day virtual registration $280.00 (After Jan.15: $350.00)

Non-member day 1 only in-person registration $160.00 (After Jan.15: $200.00)

 Non-member day one virtual registration $160.00 (After Jan.15: $200.00)

Non-member day 2 only in-person registration $160.00 (After Jan.15: $200.00)

 Non-member day two virtual registration $160.00 (After Jan.15: $200.00)

 

Individual Zoom links will be sent to virtual registrants for sessions for which they have registered.

 

The conference is being offered as a hybrid event, people can attend either virtually or in-person.

Breakfast & Lunch will be provided for in-person attendees both days.

Online registration and payment will be available soon!!

Click the "Register" button at the top of this page.

 

Hope to see you all there! 

Hotel Information

Please click on the following link to make your reservations: 
Room Rates:
  • Coast King Room: $129 per night + tax
  • Coast Two Queen Room: $144 per night + tax
These rates are based on double occupancy. Please note that there will be an additional charge of $20 per night for each extra guest.
  Kindly note that children currently are not able to be added to the reservation. Please just bypass this option and reserve the size of the room you require.  
 
Cancellation Policy: There is a 24-hour cancellation policy in effect. If you need to cancel your reservation, please do so at least 24 hours before your scheduled arrival. Failure to cancel within this timeframe will result in a No-Show charge.
Complimentary Shuttle Service: We offer a complimentary shuttle service to and from the airport for your convenience. If you require this service, please contact us at 780-955-7744 to arrange your pickup.
If you have any questions or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out. We look forward to welcoming you to the Coast Nisku Inn & Conference Centre.
 
Release Date: January 16, 2026

Coast Nisku Inn & Conference Centre | Edmonton Airport Hotel (coasthotels.com)

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT THE CONFERENCE FACILATATOR:

Michael Chledowski     conference@eiaa.ca 

 

 

Itinerary

Check-in and Breakfast
7:30 - 8:30
Opening Remarks/Welcome: Larry Cantelo
8:30 - 8:45
Submission Items
8:45 - 10:00
Refreshment Break
10:00 - 10:20
Reports
10:20 - 12:00

a.) SCC: Allison Karch b.) Provincial Electrical Administrator: Kevin Glubrecht c.) Electric Sub-council: TBA d.) Electric Utility Sub-council: Michael Chledowski

Lunch
12:00 - 1:00
Unfinished Business
1:00 - 2:00
Vendor Displays
2:00 - 2:30
Refreshment Break
2:30 - 2:50
Submission Items
2:50 - 4:30
Evening Social as in Past Years Hosted by ABB
4:30 - TBD
Breakfast
7:30 - 8:30
Opening Remarks
8:30 - 8:40
Training Session #1
8:40 - 10:00

An overview of UL9540 and it’s relationship to the CE Code. Andrew Pottier, UL Canada

Refreshment Break
10:00 - 10:20
Training Session #2
10:20 - 12:00

Section 68 of the CE Code: Pools, tubs and spas. Dave Pilon, TSASK

Lunch
12:00 - 1:00
Training Session #3
1:00 - 2:30

Table D3 of the CE Code and how to apply it. Steve Douglas, QPS

Refreshment Break
2:30 - 2:50
Training Session #4
2:50 - 4:30

An open mike discussion on common code violations as seen by SCO’s.

Speakers

  • Andrew Pottier

    Andrew Pottier

  • Dave Pilon

    Dave Pilon

  • Steve Douglas

    Steve Douglas

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