2026 Agenda
(Agenda subject to change.)
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RemTech Platinum Sponsor
Tuesday, October 13th
Optional Mountain Bike Ride
Canmore, AB
Joshua Dias, Bureau Veritas
Registration & Exhibitor Move-in
Conference Centre, 2nd Level
Wednesday, October 14th
Registration Opens
Conference Centre, 2nd Level Foyer
Exhibitor Move-in Continues
Conference Centre, 2nd Level Foyer
Indigenous Panel
Coleman
Moderator: Brad Spence, Trace Associates Inc.
Panelists:
Brandon Spiller, Sublatus
Carmie McDonald, Sublatus
Andrew Beres, Sublatus
Mike Toffin, Project Forest
Steven Buffalo, President and CEO of the Indian Resource Council of Canada
Cam Rollins, Vertex Resource Group
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Room Sponsored by:
Exhibits Open
Van Horne Ballroom and Presidents Hall
Tradeshow Sponsor
Tradeshow Lunch
Van Horne Ballroom
Lunch Sponsor
Coleman
Beatty
Shaughnessy
Sponsors
Panel
Coleman
Legal Panel
Beatty
Workshop
Shaughnessy
Moving Sites to Closure: Sensors and Regulators
Panelists:
Steven Siciliano, LiORA
Steven Mamet, LiORA
Thomas Schurben, US EPA
Tom Palaia, GSI Environmental Inc.
When Environmental Risk Gets Complicated: A Multidisciplinary Case Study
Moderator:
Anand Srivastava, Willms & Shier Environmental Laywers
Panelists:
Andrea Phillips, BFL Canada
Jacquelyn Stevens, Willms & Shier Environmental Lawyers
Sean Parker, McLennan Ross LLP
Spencer Chad, Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.
Thinking in 3D – Practical Conceptual Site Modelling for Efficient Site Closure
Instructor:
Guy Patrick, Patrick Consulting Inc.
Assisting:
Kevin French, VEI Contracting Inc.
Pete Craig, VEI Contracting Inc.
Steve Reichheld, VEI Contracting Inc.
NOTE: THIS PANEL BEGINS AT 11:00 AM AND WILL BREAK FOR LUNCH AND CONTINUE AT 1PM
Optional Activity
Nature Walk
Hosted by Nathan Vis
Networking Break
Exhibit Areas
Sponsors
Panel
Coleman
Regulatory Forum
Beatty
Panel
Shaughnessy
Evolving Leadership, Business Development, and Culture in a Multigenerational Workplace
Moderator:
Michelle Heffernan, Trace Associates Inc.
Panelists:
Vivian Bond, Bureau Veritas
Josh Dias, Bureau Veritas
Jared Becher, Evotek
Regulatory Oversight of Contamination Management
Moderator: Brent Zelensky, SEIMA
Panelists:
Adrian Kerry, AER
Tyrel Hemsley, AB EPA
Holly Kingston, CER
Brian Cowan, SK MoE
Workshop Title: AI in Contaminated Sites Work, A Practical Introduction
Panelists:
Court Sandu, Statvis Analytics Inc.
Paul Fuellbrandt, Statvis Analytics Inc.
Jordan Yeo, Statvis Analytics Inc.
Networking 101
Rob Ritchie – 3rd floor Conference Center
An opportunity for those new to RemTech or new to the industry to learn from industry veterans about networking and making the most of attending RemTech.
RemTech – Tailgate Reception
Van Horne Ballroom
RemTech Anniversary party!
Celebrate 25 years of RemTech Hosted by ESAA AND 30 years (officially 31) of JSK Consulting Ltd. at our RemTech Tailgate Party! Join us for an evening of great food, drinks, and networking as we kick off RemTech and toast a quarter-century of connecting and advancing Alberta’s environmental industry. Come celebrate the past, the present, and the exciting future of ESAA with colleagues and friends!
Don’t forget to check out the silent auction, and support the RemTech Charities.
Reception Sponsor
Silent Auction Sponsor
Drink Ticket Sponsor
Thursday, October 15th
Registration Open
Conference Centre, 2nd Level Foyer
Networking Breakfast
Van Horne Ballroom
Specialty Coffee Pop-Up
Foyer by Registration Area
Cappuccinos, Lattes, Espresso Available
Coffee Break Sponsor
Opening Remarks, Welcome and Keynote
Van Horne Ballroom
Todd Latham, MC
Scott Purves, ESAA President
Keynote Presentation
Van Horne Ballroom
Nik Nanos
Nanos Research Corpooration
Sponsor
Networking Break
Exhibit Areas
BioRemediation
Coleman
Moderator:
Wendy Sears, ALS Canada
Interesting Projects
Beatty
Moderator:
Terry O’Bal, SGS North America
PTAC
Shaughnessy
Moderator:
Brody Andersen, Bureau Veritas
A Novel Application of Biopile Technology – Addressing Phthalate Ester Contamination
Alexandre Myre, Englobe Corp.
Alain Sanfacon, Englobe Corp.
AFFF Training Center Superfund Site in Northern Minnesota, United States: Preliminary Observations and Investigation Approaches in a Seasonally Cold Climate
Kevin Eisen, Barr Engineering Co.
Identification of Research Gaps in Chloride and Salinity Management
Ian Mitchell, Millennium EMS Solutions Ltd.
Greg Huber, Equilibrium Environmental Inc.
From Firestorm to Recovery: Remediation of Wildfire-Impacted Soils and Debris Following the 2024 Jasper Wildfire
Steve Taylor, Milestone Environmental Contracting Inc.
Kathryn Wilneff, WSP Canada
Utilization of Ultraviolet Lights for the detection of hydrocarbon seeps at a historic condensate spill in Central Alberta
Kenzie Kester, AECOM
Evaluation of Chloride Soil-Groundwater Partitioning, in Support of Guideline Updates
Daniel Pollard, Onterris
Using Molecular Biological Tools to Predict Rates of Anaerobic BTEX Biodegradation
Dr. Courtney Toth, NAIT,
Sandra Dworatzek, SiremLAB,
Dr. Elizabeth Edwards, University of Toronto
Lessons Learned – PFAS Mass Removal From Soil Bedrock And Anthropogenic Surfaces For Improved Remediation And Decontamination
George (Bud) Ivey, Ivey International Inc.
TBA
Analytical Methodologies & Interpretation of Analytical Results in Peat
Maria Kudienko, SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd.
SOIL Vapour : Which Regulation/Guidance Document? What Sampling Technique?
Darlene Hoogenes Stastny, ALS Environmental
When Coal Complicates the Picture: Distinguishing Biogenic and Petrogenic Contamination in Phase II ESAs and Remediation Design
Laura Jardin, Bowron Environmental Group
Panel Discussion: “From Assessment to Closure: Addressing Technical Gaps in Chloride, Salinity and Peat Management”
Moderator
Steve Kullman, Canadian Natural
Panelists;
Jason Desilets
Maria Kudienko
Daniel Pollard
Ian Mitchell
Greg Huber
Lunch and Keynote Presentation
Van Horne Ballroom
Roberta Bondar, C.C. O.Ont, MD PhD FRSC ICD.C
Astronaut / Physician / Scientist / Photographer
Sponsor
AER
Coleman
Moderator:
Brooke McBride, Ambipar
InSitu Treatment and Management
Beatty
Moderator:
Grant Walsom, Trace Associates Inc.
Risk Management
Shaughnessy
Moderator:
Liese Mclaren, EnviroSearch Ltd.
Directive 058 Modernization: Key Changes to Directive 058: Oilfield Waste Management Requirements for the Upstream Petroleum Industry
Tinu Odeyemi, AER
Vicki Pugh, AER
Aaron Sentes, AER
Application of Multiple Injection Techniques for the Remediation of Chlorinated Solvents, PFAS, and 1,4-Dioxane in a Complex Geological Setting
Mike Mazzarese, AST Environmental, Inc.
Assessing dioxin and furan risks at contaminated sites in Alberta
Daniel Smith, Intrinsik
Christine McFarland, Intrinsik
Bart Koppe, Instrinsik
Upstream Oil and Gas Site-Specific Risk Assessment in Alberta – Common Issues from a Regulatory Perspective (AER)
Geordie Clyde, AER
Passive, Sustainable Remediation of Chlorinated Solvents Using Abiotic and Biotic Amendments and Injection Strategies
Gord Guest, Geo Tactical Remediation Ltd.
AER Certified Liability Closure and Reclamation through Site-specific Risk Assessment (SSRA):
The Odyssey
Craig Harris, AECOM
Elise Neumann, AECOM
Contamination Management Regulatory AER Update
Matthew Stewart, AER
A Tale of Two Remediation Systems: Comparing the Cost and Performance of Multiphase Extraction and Pulsed Oxygen Biosparging at an Alberta LNAPL Site
Vincent Stein, Worley Consulting
Beyond Generic Criteria: Using Screening-Level Risk Assessment (SLRA) to Support Practical, Defensible Due Diligence Decisions
Andrea McNaughton, Trace Associates Inc.
Chris Halliday, Trace Associates Inc.
Directive 011: Estimated Liability Update
Zoriana Wood, AER
A Case Study of Integrated Remediation and Engineering for Tailings Storage Facility Reclamation
Scott Laberge, Barr Engineering and Environmental Science Canada Ltd.
Kaylee Norsworthy, Barr Engineering and Environmental Science Canada Ltd.
Dale Kolstad, Barr Engineering Co.
Natural vs Anthropogenic Hydrocarbon (BTEX F1 to F4 and PAHs) Origins in the Alberta Foothills – Remedial Implications and Management
Dr. Ali Chowdhury, Shell Global Solutions
Neil Barnsdall, Shell Global Solutions
Dr. Dean Michael Quesnel, Stantec
Top Remediation Projects: The biggest cleanup projects across Canada
Connie Vitello, Environment Journal
Mike McGarragon, Milestone Environmental Contracting
Darryl Nelson, Nelson Environmental Remediation
Integrated Remediation: Combining In-Situ Biochemistry and Phytoremediation for Plume Control
Ellen Hachborn, Dillon Consulting
No Easy Answer: Spatial Decision-Making Under Uncertainty for Emergency Preparedness
Matthew Meadows, Ambipar Response Canada
Kale Haupt, Ambipar Response Canada
Optional Activity
Fairmont Fitness
Optional Activity
Nature Walk
Hosted by Nathan Vis
Networking Reception and Fun Money Casino
Van Horne Ballroom
Get Ready to Roll the Dice—Roaring ’20s Style!
Step back in time for a casino night filled with glitz, glamour and a little good old-fashioned mischief! Whether you arrive as a glamorous flapper, a dapper gangster or dressed in your finest Dirty ’30s attire, come ready to gamble, mingle and have a roaring good time.
Grab your glad rags and join us for a Roaring ’20s casino night filled with glitz, glamour, hot tables, flowing drinks and a little good old-fashioned mischief.
**Costumes are encouraged, but never required.
Last chance to check out the silent auction and support the RemTech charities.
Reception Sponsor
Silent Auction Sponsor
Drink Tickets Sponsor
Friday, October 16th
Registration Open
Conference Centre, 2nd Level Foyer
Networking Breakfast
Van Horne Ballroom
Breakfast Sponsor
Conservation Update
Van Horne Ballroom
Vancouver Island Marmot Conservation Species.
Brenna Stanford, Wilder Institute
Specialty Coffee Pop-Up
Foyer by Registration Area
Cappuccinos, Lattes, Espresso Available
Coffee Break Sponsor
Optional Activity
Fairmont Fitness
Salt Related
Coleman
Moderator:
Grant Barker, Omni-McCann
Brownfields
Beatty
Moderator:
Louise Burden, Ashwell Consulting
Legal / Regulatory
Shaughnessy
Moderator:
Ian Mitchell, Millennium EMS Solutions Ltd.
Subsoil Salinity Tool (SST) 3.0.2 and Beyond: Expanding Applicability for Salinity Assessment
Greg Huber, Equilibrium Environmental Inc.
Anthony Knafla, Equilibrium Environmental Inc.
Bridging Remediation and Redevelopment: Lessons Learned from a Large-Scale Multi-Contaminant Brownfield Project
Kevin French, VEI Contracting Inc.
When Species at Risk Shows Up on Site: What Construction Managers Need to Know
Michelle Letourneau, Terrapex
Electro-Osmotic Recovery of Salinity Impacts in Low-Permeability Soils: Field Demonstration and Technology Advancement through Industry-Academic Collaboration
Trevor Carlson, Geosyntec
Robin Turri, Imperial Oil
Dr. Quamrul Huda, NAIT
Brownfields Meet Climate Resilience: The Hidden Redevelopment Risk Nobody Budgeted For
Diana Saccone, ERIS
Sean Lynch, SLR Consulting
Matt Gardner, Willms & Shier Environmental Lawyers LLP
Federal Contaminated Sites Action Plan (FCSAP) Phase V Demand Forecast 2026-2031
Claudia Simonato, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)
Dianne Theriault, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC)
Use of Novel Methodology and Diagnostic Ratios for the Determination of Chloride Sources on Contaminated Sites
Brody Andersen, Bureau Veritas
Unearthing the Past: Navigating Canal Infrastructure and Fuel Contamination for Affordable Housing Delivery
Suvish Melanta, Grounded Engineering Inc.
Site Specific Liability Assessments: Navigating Alberta’s Evolving Regulatory Landscape
Bill Nalder, WSP
Jeff Stephenson, WSP
Networking Break
Exhibit Area
Coffee Break Sponsor
Data Analysis
Coleman
Moderator:
Renee White, Amrize
Brownfields
Beatty
Moderator:
Jennifer Carscallen, Arletta Environmental Consulting
Consultation / Indigenous Relations
Shaughnessy
Moderator:
Katie Oliver, KBL
From Data to Decisions – Transforming Contaminated Site Management with AI & Machine Learning
Jaden Ford, WSP
Analytical Transport Modelling As An Alternative to Intrusive Off-Site Delineation Programs at Contaminated Sites
Regan Dahmer, Imperial Oil
Hilary Lavoie, Millennium EMS Solutions
Building Indigenous Sustainability in Our Nation (BISON). Cote First Nation Baseline Health Assessment
Kelly Jones, Tetra Tech
Landis Tourangeau, Cote First Nation
Theresa Lopez, Tetra Tech
Plume Stability Analysis: Methods of Convenience or Methods of Need?
Sean Elliot, Parsons
Remediation in Support of Net-Zero Growth: Executing a Brownfield Expansion at Dow Fort Saskatchewan
Audrey Sidebottom, Dow Chemical Canada ULC
Justin Kaban, Dow Chemical Canada ULC
Restoring Cultural and Ecological Connectivity: Cheakamus IR11 Moodyville Riverbank Remediation and Spawning Habitat Enhancement
John Hibbard, KBL Environmental
The Regional Memory: What Becomes Possible When Alberta’s Environmental Data Goes Digital
Michael Duvall, Phaseview
How the West was Won….and the challenges of dealing with the mess it left
Michael Halliwell, Thurber Engineering Ltd.
Integrating Indigenous Business Strengths into the Faro Mine Remediation: Delivering Legacy Work with First Nations Partners (3-Panel Discussion or Presentation)
Robert Yeomans, Parsons
Cynthia Dick, Tu-Lidlini Energy
Lunch and Closing Keynote
Van Horne Ballroom
Graham Sherman, Multi-Award-Winning Entrepreneur and Innovator
Life Time Achievement Award Presentation
Joe Chowaniec Scholarship Presentation
Heads or Tails Flip Game
Closing Remarks
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