Investopia Global – Alberta

This session explores how Alberta and the UAE, both global energy leaders, are navigating the shift toward cleaner, more sustainable energy systems. From hydrogen and carbon capture to utility-scale solar and policy innovation, the panel will spotlight opportunities for joint investment, technology collaboration, and public–private partnerships to accelerate the energy transition while safeguarding economic competitiveness.

From supply chain shocks to shifting global trade, agriculture is navigating profound change. In this fireside chat, RJ Sigurdson, Alberta’s Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation, shares how Alberta is addressing food security challenges while opening new opportunities for global investors. The conversation will explore Alberta’s strengths in agri-tech, irrigation, and sustainable farming, the investment potential for UAE partners, the sector’s biggest hurdles, and what excites the Minister most about the future of agriculture.

This session explores how urban climate intelligence can transform the way cities grow and thrive. From tackling the challenges of urban heat to creating more livable, sustainable environments, Jay shares the story of FortyGuard’s journey from a UAE-born startup to a global innovator.

Canada and the UAE are emerging leaders in AI adoption, with deep focus on industrial applications. This session explores how AI and digital twin technologies are transforming sectors like logistics, manufacturing, and energy, and what cross-border collaborations can unlock. Expect insights on regulatory alignment, data sovereignty, and funding mechanisms that fuel innovation.

As global capital seeks new frontiers, this panel will unpack the opportunities in deepening UAE–Canada investment ties. Topics include sovereign wealth fund priorities, the role of innovation hubs, scaling up venture capital ecosystems, and unlocking access for Canadian businesses to the Gulf region, and vice versa, through policy and capital partnerships.

With Alberta’s growing aerospace cluster and the UAE’s ambition to redefine global air mobility, the discussion will highlight opportunities in digital transformation of airports, advanced air traffic management, unmanned aerial systems, and next-generation passenger experiences. From data-driven operations and sustainability strategies to joint ventures in advanced mobility and satellite applications, the session will uncover how Canada and the UAE can shape the future of connected, resilient, and globally competitive aviation hubs.