Trade Routes to Export Markets
September 18, 2025 | The Bond, Calgary
Presented by the Alberta Chamber of Resources in collaboration with Dentons
Event Details:
Date: September 18, 2025
Time: 9:00AM to 4:00PM MDT
Location: The Bond, 364 9 Ave SW, Calgary, AB
Build the Future of Canada’s Resource Sector
Join industry leaders, policy makers, legal experts, Indigenous partners, and innovators for a high-impact day of discussion, strategy, and networking focused on enhancing Canada’s access to global markets. Hosted in downtown Calgary, the 2025 Resource Futures Forum will spotlight the trade routes, infrastructure, and regulatory clarity needed to secure Canada’s future as a resource export leader.
This year’s theme—“Trade Routes to Export Markets”—centres on the pathways and partnerships needed to unlock market access, enhance cross-border trade, and support responsible development in an evolving global context.
Program at a Glance
9:00 AM – Registration & Networking
9:30 AM – Welcome & Land Acknowledgement
Plenary #1 – The ACR’s National Oilsands Task Force: A Model of Cooperation for Resource Development Success
Breakout Sessions #1:
Renegotiation of CUSMA and the future of North American trade
Establishment of trade corridors to support resource infrastructure
Lunch Break
Breakout Sessions #2:
Financing infrastructure for market diversification
Balancing sustainability with energy production growth
Plenary #2 – Policy and Legislative Developments to Facilitate Resource Development
Networking Reception – Connect with key decision-makers and thought leaders over refreshments
Speaker details coming soon!
Why Attend?
Timely Insights: Learn how renegotiated trade deals, new corridors, and evolving sustainability standards are shaping Canada’s export future.
High-Impact Connections: Build relationships with government officials, industry executives, and cross-sector partners.
Actionable Knowledge: Gain perspectives to guide your organization’s market access strategies.
Visible Leadership: Participate in conversations that influence the direction of national resource policy.
Registration Now Open
🎟️ ACR Members: $120 (Login to portal for members only pricing)
🎟️ Non-Members: $175
Seats are limited—secure your spot early and be part of shaping Canada’s trade-ready resource future.
Partner With Us
Put your brand at the centre of Canada’s leading conversation on trade and resource development.
By becoming a partner of the 2025 Resource Futures Forum, your organization will gain:
Strategic Exposure to decision-makers, regulators, and industry innovators
Brand Visibility across all promotional and onsite materials
Thought Leadership opportunities aligned with high-value content
Relationship Building during dedicated networking times
Featured Opportunities:
Event Partner – $3,000
Lunch Partner – $2,000
Networking Partner – $750
Speaker Session Partner – $500
All partners also receive recognition in ACR’s post-event communications, early access to 2026 opportunities, and discounted ticket pricing.
Download Partnership Packages »
To secure your partnership, contact: Jennifer Cummings
📧 jennifer@acr-alberta.com | ☎️ (780) 340-9851
