09/29/2026
07:30 to 08:30
Welcome, registration, and networking
Networking
Program
TWO DAYS DEDICATED TO HYDROGEN
September 29 and 30, 2026 will be an opportunity to learn, exchange ideas, and network. Hydrogen leaders from Canada and around the world will gather for the first edition of Hyvolution Canada in Trois-Rivières.
09/29/2026
08:30 to 08:40
Opening remarks
Keynote
Speakers :
Dominique Deschênes
Room : Vision
09/29/2026
08:40 to 08:55
Opening conference
Keynote
Room : Vision
09/29/2026
08:55 to 09:25
Hydrogen in North America: Where Are the Real Opportunities Emerging?
Keynote
Speakers :
Frank Wolak,
Myrielle Robitaille
Room : Vision
A strategic overview of Canada and the United States to distinguish announcements from projects that are actually moving forward. This session highlights key growth areas, major investments, and the market segments where companies can concretely position themselves.
09/29/2026
09:30 to 10:00
Aerospace as a driver of hydrogen technology advancement
Keynote
Speakers :
Jarrod Morley
Room : Vision
09/29/2026
10:05 to 10:30
Networking coffee break
Networking
09/29/2026
10:35 to 11:15
Hydrogen & Aviation: What Progress Has Been Made in the Area of Biofuels?
Parallel sessions
Speakers :
Catherine Gosselin,
Nicolas Serrie,
Pierre Gonthier,
Remi Courbun
Room : Mékinac
What will the costs be for users? What are the safety requirements? What regulatory changes are needed?
09/29/2026
10:35 to 11:15
Financing hydrogen projects: What strategies should be used?
Parallel sessions
Speakers :
Friedrich Dehem Lemelin,
Grace Quan,
Isaac da Silva Aboo,
Mateo Celi-Cadieux
Room : Nicolet
Which levers should be activated to move from concept to financed project? This session decodes financing mechanisms, tax incentives and the strategies developers use to secure their projects.
09/29/2026
11:20 to 12:00
WORKSHOP – Distributed Hydrogen Refueling Stations: enabling transportation infrastructure for energy transition
Atelier
Room : Bécancour
How can developers move from proven hydrogen production technology to fully integrated refueling stations? This session explores Canada’s hydrogen landscape, the challenges facing refueling corridors, and how Bosch, Lakeside Controls, and Laurentide Controls combine their capabilities to deliver turnkey projects from stack to site to lifecycle support.
09/29/2026
11:20 to 12:00
Adapting to a Changing Market: Strategies for Staying Competitive
Parallel sessions
Speakers :
Kevin Harris,
Mikaa Blugeon Mered,
Philippe B. Morin,
Seema Santhakumar
Room : Nicolet
Between regulatory uncertainty and economic fluctuations, how can companies reposition themselves? This session proposes concrete approaches to secure markets and seize new opportunities.
09/29/2026
11:20 to 12:00
Building a Decarbonized Aviation Value Chain: From Collaboration to Execution
Parallel sessions
Speakers :
Jarrod Morley,
Mathieu Boisson
Room : Mékinac
How can an ecosystem capable of delivering at scale be structured? What are the safety prerequisites? What are the regulatory and norm changes required?
09/29/2026
12:05 to 13:05
Networking lunch
Networking
Room : Exhibition room
09/29/2026
13:20 to 14:00
From motorsports to industry: accelerating hydrogen innovation
Keynote
Parallel sessions
Speakers :
Bernard Niclot,
Dominic Fugere,
Pascal Vasselon
Room : Vision
Platforms such as NASCAR and Mission H24 enable testing under real-world conditions. This session explores how these experiments translate into industrial applications.
09/29/2026
14:05 to 14:45
Hydrogen Supply Chains: Challenges, Risks, and Solutions
Keynote
Speakers :
Adam Merah,
Derek Estabrook,
Nathalie Couet
Room : Vision
A practical look at industrial challenges: critical equipment, manufacturing capacity, and dependencies. This session highlights concrete solutions for securing and accelerating the value chain.
09/29/2026
14:50 to 15:30
Hydrogen & Defense – Use Cases and Operational Realities
Keynote
Speakers :
Capt Besmir Shrudha,
Mikaa Blugeon Mered,
William Palmer
Room : Vision
In which applications does hydrogen offer a real operational advantage over existing solutions (diesel, batteries)? What technological, logistical, and industrial conditions must be met to enable a credible deployment within the armed forces? Lessons learned and feedback from Greenland and Ukraine
09/29/2026
15:35 to 16:00
Netwotking coffee break
Networking
09/29/2026
16:00 to 16:40
Heavy-duty transport: What are the concrete pathways to decarbonization?
Parallel sessions
Sessions parallèles
Speakers :
Alex Bigouret,
Charles Trudel,
Frederic Delrieu,
Jean-Benoit Courchesne
Room : Mékinac
Presentation of the report’s findings and decarbonization pathways for heavy-duty road transport in Quebec.
09/29/2026
16:00 to 16:40
Defense & Innovation: Funding and Accelerating Hydrogen Technologies
Parallel sessions
Sessions parallèles
Speakers :
Gurjant Randhawa
Room : Nicolet
How should funding for dual-use technologies be structured? This session highlights funding models and opportunities for industry players in Canada and within NATO.
09/29/2026
16:45 to 17:25
Germany’s powerhouse North Rhine Westphalia meets Canada – Building the Hydrogen Economy Together
Atelier
Room : Bécancour
https://www.energiewaechter.org/en/canada-green-hydrogen-2026
09/29/2026
16:45 to 17:30
Hydrogen & Global Trade: The Key Role of Port Hubs
Parallel sessions
Sessions parallèles
Speakers :
Denis Caron,
Frank Wolak,
Hugues Paris,
Mr. Johannes Eng
Room : Mékinac
Ports are becoming strategic infrastructure in global energy flows. Using concrete examples, this session analyzes logistics models, emerging corridors, and business opportunities.
09/29/2026
16:45 to 17:25
An Update on the Progress of the Hydrogen Hubs Alliance
Parallel sessions
Sessions parallèles
Speakers :
Brent Lakeman,
Clement Villemont,
Derek Estabrook
Room : Nicolet
09/29/2026
17:30 to 18:30
Networking Cocktail Reception – Presented by Germany Trade & Invest
Cocktail
Networking
Room : Salon Trois-Rivières
09/29/2026
19:00 to 23:00
La Nuit de l’Hydrogène – Presented by UQTR
Cocktail
Networking
Room : Amphithéâtre Cogeco
Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of La Nuit de l’Hydrogène at the Cogeco Amphitheater: a festive, gourmet evening where a cocktail reception, live music, and a relaxed atmosphere come together perfectly after a day of conferences.
09/30/2026
07:30 to 08:30
Welcome, registration, and networking
Networking
09/30/2026
08:30 to 08:40
Opening Remarks – Day of Reconciliation
Keynote
Room : Vision
09/30/2026
08:40 to 09:25
Hydrogen in Northern Regions: Meeting Critical Needs
Keynote
Speakers :
Daniel Hissel,
David Vincent,
Laurent Abatiello,
Michèle Landry
Room : Vision
In remote and mining regions, hydrogen can play a pivotal role. This session explores practical applications, logistical challenges, and energy models suited to these areas.
09/30/2026
09:30 to 10:10
Toward Integrated Energy Management in Quebec: What Role for Hydrogen?
Keynote
Speakers :
Kodjo Agbossou,
Mathieu Payeur,
Mikaa Blugeon Mered
Room : Vision
How can hydrogen be effectively integrated into an evolving energy mix? This session outlines the strategic directions and practical implications for manufacturers and project developers.
09/30/2026
09:55 to 10:25
Hydrogen and Electricity: Complementary Energy Solutions
Keynote
Room : Vision
How can we design hydrogen industry policies that maximize climate impact without generating additional costs or creating new dependencies? How far should we take the pursuit of energy sovereignty without fragmenting markets and slowing down deployment?
09/30/2026
10:50 to 11:15
Networking coffee-break
Networking
09/30/2026
11:20 to 12:00
Hydrogen safety through technology, sensors, and mitigation devices
Sessions parallèles
Speakers :
Nirmal Gnanapragasam,
Randy Narine,
Siasia Morel
Room : Nicolet
09/30/2026
11:20 to 12:00
Geological hydrogen—a niche energy source or a pillar of the energy mix?
Parallel sessions
Speakers :
John Karagioannidis,
Pierre Levin
Room : Bécancour
Can Canada establish itself as a global leader in geological hydrogen? A comparative analysis of France and North America on the potential, limitations, and investment prospects.
09/30/2026
11:20 to 12:00
Building a Competitive Industry: Priorities and Leverage Points
Parallel sessions
Speakers :
David Benjamin Billedeau,
Derek Estabrook,
Michèle Landry
Room : Mékinac
In which segments of the value chain should Quebec and Canada prioritize their efforts to maximize economic benefits and climate impact? What public policy tools (funding, regulation, public procurement, infrastructure) should be deployed to build a competitive and sustainable sector?
09/30/2026
12:05 to 12:45
WORKSHOP – Strengthening & Expanding Canada’s Hydrogen Talent Pipeline
Atelier
Room : Nicolet
Using five core systems‑change pillars, this session explores how inclusive talent pathways can fuel workforce growth in Canada’s hydrogen sector. A brief presentation and an industry panel offer practical, evidence‑informed approaches to equitable workforce development.
09/30/2026
12:05 to 12:45
Solid-state storage: a viable solution to accelerate adoption?
Sessions parallèles
Speakers :
Bruno Pollet,
Gheorghe Marin,
Grace Quan
Room : Bécancour
Storage is a critical component. This session examines technological advancements, practical applications, and the conditions for large-scale deployment.
09/30/2026
12:05 to 12:45
Projects in Northern Regions: Building in Partnership with Communities
Sessions parallèles
Speakers :
Mikaa Blugeon Mered,
Mr. Hartmut Kordus,
Pietro Di Zano
Room : Mékinac
How can we develop sustainable energy projects that are accepted by local communities? This session highlights concrete models of collaboration and insights from real-world experience.
09/30/2026
12:50 to 13:50
Networking lunch
Networking
Room : Exhibition room
09/30/2026
14:00 to 14:40
The Perfect Hydrogen Project: What Does Success Look Like and What Are We Still Getting Wrong?
Sessions parallèles
Speakers :
Daniel Regier,
Jean-Philippe Thériault,
Jorge Parente,
Richard Bourret,
Thomas Gendron
Room : Bécancour
How can these two sectors coexist and reinforce each other? This session explores hybrid energy models and their implications for industry.
09/30/2026
14:00 to 14:40
Canadian Hydrogen Network – CHN Leveraging Canadian technology for build a National Hydrogen Fueling Network
Sessions parallèles
Speakers :
Alan Kneisz
Room : Mékinac
What programs and funding options are available?
09/30/2026
14:45 to 15:10
Networking coffee break
09/30/2026
15:15 to 15:35
Hydrogen: From One Perspective to Another
Keynote
Room : Vision
An open dialogue among industry leaders to compare perspectives, share insights, and identify the key factors for success.
09/30/2026
15:40 to 16:10
Hydrogen: From One Perspective to Another
Keynote
Room : Vision