Annual Conference 2026
ON THE MOVE: SHAPING INDUSTRY FOR TOMORROW, TODAY
April 22 – 23, 2026
Grey Eagle Event Centre, Calgary, AB
Registration Opens November 4, 2025
Alberta Motor Transport Association’s (AMTA) Annual Conference is Alberta’s premier gathering of those who challenge, drive, and shape – as well as supply and support – the commercial transportation industry in Alberta.
The Conference provides tangible takeaways and excellent networking opportunities. It brings together AMTA Membership, innovators, government, policymakers, and supporters to explore and discuss a broad range of leadership, safety, and crucial industry topics to facilitate a robust supply chain and advance and grow Alberta’s economy.
Annual General Meeting
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Grey Eagle Resort & Casino | Big Plume Ballroom
Notice of Meeting to come
Tradeshow
Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | 4pm-8pm
Grey Eagle Resort and Casino, Calgary AB
Tradeshow open April 22, 4pm-8pm
Load-in April 22 - 2:30pm-4:00pm
Load-out April 22 - 8:00pm-9:30pm
Booths will open to non-members in January 2026, should any booths remain
Schedule
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8:30am | Registration Open
9:00am - 10:00am | Breakfast
10:00am | Opening Remarks
10:15am - 11:15am | Opening Keynote - Pamela Barnum
11:15am - 12:00pm | Leading with Safety: How Top Carriers Build Cultures That Prevent Claims and Drive Results
12:00pm - 1:00pm | Lunch
1:00pm - 2:00pm | Enforcement in Motion: Trends, Challenges, and Compliance in Alberta’s Commercial Transportation
2:30 - 4:00pm | AGM
4:00pm - 8:00pm | Tradeshow Open
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7:30am | Registration Open
7:30am - 8:30am | Breakfast Session - Pieter Lambooy WCB
8:30am - 9:30am | Panel: Navigating Trade Barriers: Federal and Provincial Impacts on Commercial Carriers
9:30am - 10:45am | Morning Keynote - Tom Wilson - Moments of Impact (Trigger Warning: Plane Crash)
10:45am - 11:00am | Break
11:00am - 12:00pm | TBC
12:00pm - 1:00pm | Lunch
1:00pm - 2:00pm | Closing Keynote - Jim Harris
5:00pm - 6:00pm | Awards Celebration Cocktail Hour
6:00pm | Awards Celebration Begins
* Schedule subject to change
Passes & Pricing
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Full Carrier/Elite Members - $980.00
Associate/Supplier Members - $1,080.00
Non-Member - $1,300.00
Award Celebration Only - $185.00
Welcome Reception and Tradeshow Only - $65.00
Registration closes April 10 at 4 pm MST
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Member Booth - $650.00
Non-Member Booth - $1,200.00
Includes the following:
Two (2) tradeshow exhibitor passes are included with each booth
10'x10' pipe and drape with table and two (2) chairs
One power outlet
Company logo on exhibitor board during event
Company logo on exhibitor page in the conference program
Two social media posts before, during, or after event
Company logo displayed and linked on amta.ca event landing page
Booths will open to non-members in January 2026, should any booths remain
Applications are accepted until March 16, 2026, or until sold out
Invoices must be paid by March 30, 2026, in order to exhibit*Program logo due March 16, 2026
IMPORTANT NOTE:
AMTA has launched a new events platform directly on our website - replacing other platforms for all future event registrations and ticket purchases.
If purchasing tickets, please click ‘register’ to create a new login before you can access ticket sales. We understand that setting up a new account may be a small inconvenience, but this change is part of our efforts to provide a more streamlined, secure, and cohesive online experience for our members.
If you have any questions, or need assistance, please reach out to us at marcom@amta.ca.
AMTA Award Celebration
2026 marks AMTA’s 88th year serving its members and all Albertans. Every year, AMTA celebrates the brightest and best of industry who make outstanding contributions to the commercial transportation industry and the Association.
This event is a time to reflect on, and celebrate, the many successes and achievements of industry professionals. The Celebration includes a plated dinner, Award Ceremony, and live entertainment. You do not want to miss out!
The Venue
The Conference will be held at the Grey Eagle Event Centre, in Calgary Alberta, conveniently located near major routes in the city.
Grey Eagle Event Centre
3777 Grey Eagle Dr.
Calgary, AB T3E 3X8
(403) 385-3777