The Coal Association of Canada (CAC) will be holding our annual conference NOVEMBER 30 to DECEMBER 2, 2021, at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, in Vancouver, BC.

Registration for the conference is open and there is a block of rooms available at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre on a first-come, first-serve basis!

The CAC continues to follow the advice of public health experts and government agencies on COVID-19, and is monitoring the Government of BC’s Restart Plan (updated September 23, 2021).

Masks are required in all public indoor settings for all people born in 2016 or earlier (age 5+) and the proof of vaccine (updated October 4, 2021) requirement applies to everyone born in 2009 or earlier (12+). If you are visiting or new to B.C., you will also need to show proof of vaccination along with identification.

People from other Canadian provinces or territories must show:

• Provincially/territorially officially recognized vaccine record
• Valid government ID from the same province or territory

International visitors must show:

• Proof of vaccination they used to enter Canada
• Passport

The CAC recognizes the importance of our annual conference to provide market and industry updates to members and industry representatives. Be a part of the conversation as we explore the benefits that the Canadian coal industry has to offer the world. Canadian coal projects are gaining momentum and with ever-increasing interest in our product, it is important that we gather and share our knowledge, opinions and expertise of the sector.

Infrastructure needs are growing and increasing demand for high-quality steel-making coal. Global energy demands are on the rise and coal will play an important part of the mix for decades to come.

Come and gain a broader understanding of the Canadian and global coal industry from Canadian and internationally renowned industry leaders, analysts and experts, panel discussions and fellow delegates, which you can put to work in your business. Renew business connections and forge new relationships. Benefit from a variety of sponsorship packages to connect with key audiences.

CAC Annual Awards Program:

Recognizing the exceptional work of the coal industry in Canada is of the utmost importance. Nominations have closed and we look forward to presenting the CAC Annual Award of Distinction to this year’s recipient at our Awards Reception.

The Community Champion Awards have been postponed to 2022.

We appreciate your understanding as we all continue to work together as an industry to persevere through these uncertain times and emerge stronger than before.