THRIVE Calgary
About this Event
THRIVE Calgary Conference
Global Talent. Stronger Businesses. Thriving Communities.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 | 9:30 AM–4:00 PM
Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre | Calgary, AB
Calgary’s workforce is changing—and global talent is an important part of building the organizations, industries, and communities of the future.
Join CRIEC's annual conference for a full-day dedicated to bringing together employers, business leaders, workforce experts, government representatives, professional associations, regulators, service providers, and economic development partners to explore how internationally trained professionals can strengthen organizations and contribute to a thriving economy.
This conference will focus on practical, employer-focused strategies for attracting, hiring, integrating, retaining, and developing internationally trained professionals. Attendees will gain insights, hear directly from internationally trained professionals about their experiences, and connect with organizations and partners working to build stronger talent pipelines.
Who Should Attend?
This conference is designed for:
- Employers and business leaders
- HR and talent acquisition professionals
- Workforce development professionals
- Government representatives
- Professional associations and regulatory bodies
- Economic development organizations
- Settlement and employment service providers
- Organizations interested in building more effective global talent strategies
Why Attend?
Gain practical ideas you can take back to your organization, expand your workforce network, learn from the experiences of internationally trained professionals, and discover how global talent can become a strategic advantage for your organization.
Whether you are looking to address talent shortages, strengthen your recruitment strategy, develop future leaders, or build stronger connections across Calgary’s workforce ecosystem, this conference will provide valuable insights and opportunities to connect.
Join us as we explore how global talent can help build stronger organizations, a stronger economy, and a stronger workforce future for Calgary.
Agenda
🕑: 09:30 AM
Welcome Remarks & Land Acknowledgement
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Keynote Speaker
🕑: 10:45 AM
Break
🕑: 11:00 AM
Breakout Sessions
Info: Breakout 1
Employer Panel - I said Yes
Breakout 2
Professional Development for Leadership Development
Breakout 3
Legacy Wealth Building
🕑: 11:50 AM - 12:50 PM
Lunch & Networking
Breakout Sessions
Info: Breakout 4
Regulators - what they're doing for employers
Breakout 5
Trade
Breakout 6
Health Care Roundtable
🕑: 01:50 PM - 02:20 PM
Break & Networking
🕑: 02:20 PM
Plenary
🕑: 03:10 PM
Closing Remarks
🕑: 03:20 PM
Networking
🕑: 04:00 PM
Event Closes
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 107.83
