Atlantic Public Procurement Power Session
October 5, 2026
Hosted in partnership with the Province of Nova Scotia
The CPPC is excited to present the Atlantic Public Procurement Power Session on Monday, October 5, 2026, at Casino Nova Scotia in Halifax.
This one-day event will bring together public sector procurement professionals and industry experts for engaging educational sessions designed to deliver valuable insights, practical strategies, and emerging best practices in public procurement. Dedicated content streams for both public and private sector attendees will ensure relevant and actionable takeaways for all participants.
Attendees can look forward to:
- Educational sessions for public and private sector audiences
- Insights from procurement leaders and industry experts
- Practical takeaways and best practices to support procurement success
- Opportunities to connect with procurement professionals from across Atlantic Canada
- A post-session networking reception
Held the day before the 2026 Atlantic Provinces Reverse Trade Show , the Atlantic Public Procurement Power Session is an excellent opportunity to expand your knowledge, strengthen your network, and make the most of your time in Halifax.
You’ll walk away with fresh ideas you can apply to your work immediately. Following the sessions, you will have an opportunity to network with peers and speakers during a reception.
Preliminary Agenda
| 10:00 | Welcome and Introductions |
| 10:15 | Achieving Excellence: The AEP Award Journey and Its Lasting Impact What does it take to earn the AEP Award, and why does it matter? In this session, Stephen Terry of Halifax Regional Municipality, a first-time AEP Award recipient organization, and François Émond, a member of the evaluation team, will share their experience with the award process, from preparation to recognition. Participants will gain insight into the challenges encountered, the commitment required, and the organizational benefits achieved along the way. Beyond the award itself, presenters will discuss the lasting improvements, enhanced credibility, and professional recognition that continue to shape their organizations long after receiving the distinction. Whether you are considering applying or simply curious about the program, this session will provide practical advice and inspiration for your own journey toward excellence. Stephen Terry François Émond |
| 11:00 | Break |
| 11:30 | Understanding CCDC: An introduction for public procurement officials The Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) develops industry standard contracts and procurement documents used across the construction sector. Learn about the consensus-based process behind CCDC that ensures buy-in from all sectors of the industry and how the lessons learned can apply to all forms of public procurement, not just construction. Zachary Mullins |
| 12:15 | Lunch |
| 13:30 | Session 3 – Description to come Rosslyn Young |
| 14:30 | Break |
| 15:00 | Navigating competition issues in procurement: from pro-competitive approaches to procurement to preventing, detecting and reporting collusion Majid Charania |
| 16:00 | Closing |
| 16:15 | Networking Reception |
Registration is FREE for CPPC members and $95 for non-members (plus applicable taxes).
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For more information about the Atlantic Public Procurement Power Session, contact:
François Émond
Executive Director, CPPC
[email protected]
Éric Blanchette-Ouellet
Learning and Membership Experience Manager, CPPC
[email protected]