EV Innovation & Technology Conference 2025
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This third annual conference brings together industry leaders shaping Canada’s electric vehicle supply chain and advanced manufacturing.

“One of the most important conferences throughout the year… a must-attend”

Hon. Vic Fedeli, Ontario Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, Government of Ontario

Previous Speakers

2025 speakers to be announced soon.

Robert Weggässer
Senior Director Finance and Interim Chief Financial Officer
Volkswagen St. Thomas Gigafactory

Johnna Muinonen
President
Dumont Nickel

Simon Thibault
EV Critical Materials Leader, Global Purchasing and Supply Chain
General Motors

Luc Hovan
Vice President, Integration & Infrastructure
Northvolt North America

Hon. Vic Fedeli
Ontario Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade
Government of Ontario

Saga Williams
Senior Advisor, External Relations
First Nations Major Projects Coalition

Sarah Goldfeder
Director, Government Relations and Corporate Affairs
General Motors Canada

Rick Borns
Director of Engineering, Structures Group
Linamar

Michael Metzger
Herzberg-Dahn Chair for Advanced Battery Research
Jeff Dahn Research Group

EVIT 2024 Speaker: Alla Kolesnikova, Head of Data and Analytics at Adamis Intelligence

Alla Kolesnikova
Head of Data and Analytics
Adamas Intelligence

Moe Kabbara
Vice President
The Transition Accelerator;
Senior Advisor
Accelerate

EVIT 2024 Speaker: Mark McArthur, Director, R&D of NOVONIX Battery Technology Solutions

Mark McArthur
Director, Research & Development
NOVONIX Battery
Technology Solutions

Robert Mastrotto
Vice President, Projects
Next Generation Manufacturing Canada

Narayan Kar
Director, CHARGE Lab and Canada Research Chair in EVs
University of Windsor

EV Innovation & Technology Conference 2024 Moderator:Michelle LLambías Meunier Propulsion Quebec

Michelle Llambías Meunier
Chief Executive Officer
Propulsion Québec

Eric Desaulniers
Chief Executive Officer
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Sean Grixti

Sean Grixti
Director, Circular Partnerships
Cyclic Materials

Samantha Espley
Senior Advisor – Mining, Minerals and Metals, Canada
Stantec

Khadija Yazda
Product Manager, High Voltage Battery Systems
Electrovaya

EV Innovation & Technology Conference 2024 Speaker: Flavio Volpe, APMA

Flavio Volpe
President
Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association

EVIT 2024 Moderator, Emma Jarratt, Electric Autonomy

Emma Jarratt
Executive Editor
Electric Autonomy

Matthew Fortier
President and Chief Executive Officer
Accelerate

Mona Eghanian
Assistant Vice-President, Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network
Ontario Centre of Innovation

John Laughlin

John Laughlin
Chief Technology Officer
Next Generation Manufacturing Canada

The above list represents previous speakers. 2025 speakers to be announced soon.

Conference program: Navigating the road ahead

Canada’s electric vehicle and battery supply chain is at a critical juncture. With shifting dynamics in the North American market, including potential U.S. policy changes following the election of the new administration, the path forward demands collaboration and a focus on long-term impact.

Securing Canada’s EV leadership requires that we maintain momentum and take this opportunity to craft a cohesive ecosystem that can withstand external pressures while capitalizing on our unique strengths. From critical minerals to battery production, advanced manufacturing, and EV assembly, the future of this industry depends on building partnerships and fostering innovation across the value chain.

At the EV Innovation & Technology Conference 2025, Canada’s industry leaders will come together to turn challenges into opportunities and ensure sector resilience.

This is the moment to define Canada’s future in electrification. Be part of it.

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Agenda

The full agenda will be announced soon. View the agenda for previous years 2023 and 2024.

7:45amRegistration and Breakfast
8:45amConference Begins
9:00amConference Sessions
10:30amNetworking Coffee Break
11:00amConference Session
12:00pmLunch
1:00pmConference Sessions
2:30pmNetworking Coffee Break
3:00pmConference Sessions
5:00pm-7:00pmCocktail Reception
Full agenda to be announced soon. Timing subject to change.

Who should attend?

  • Automotive industry professionals
  • Researchers and innovators in the electric vehicle sector
  • Strategic investors
  • Government and policymakers

EV Innovation & Technology Conference crowd
  • Understand the latest innovations across the EV value chain
  • Meet Canadian companies working on cutting-edge technology
  • Collaborate to develop a national capability for advanced manufacturing
York University Student Centre

Date: Thursday February 6, 2025

Venue: York University

Second Student Centre, Second Floor, 15 Library Lane, North York, ON M3J 2S5

This LEED gold certified building features modern conference facilities. Register for transit and on-site parking details.


Your one-day conference pass includes access to all speaker sessions, lunch, coffee breaks and a networking cocktail reception in the evening.

Conference pass: $409


Sponsorship packages are available for industry-relevant organizations.

Please contact us for more information.

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