The Pembina Institute’s unGALA will once again be held in January 2025. We’ll all be ready to get together, put on our cowboy hats and celebrate the power of a clean energy future that drives a prosperous, connected Canadian economy. For more than a decade now, the annual Pembina Institute unGALA gathers leaders in government, industry, academia and non-governmental organizations, all committed to developing evidence-based, practical solutions to Canada’s greatest energy challenges. It’s called the unGALA because it’s an unconventional party, beloved for the casual atmosphere and western attire.
The night will be full of delicious eats and plenty of networking with Canada’s who’s who of the sustainability sector, so be sure to secure your 2025 sponsorships early!
2025 unGALA Keynote Speaker
The Honourable Jean Charest
- Partner, Therrien, Couture, Joli-Coeur
- Premier of Québec (2003-2012)
- Deputy Prime Minister of Canada (1993)
- Member of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada
As Deputy Prime Minister of Canada and Premier of Québec, and with a public service career spanning almost 30 years, Jean Charest is one of Canada’s best known political figures.
Jean Charest was first elected to the House of Commons in 1984 and, at age 28, became Canada’s youngest cabinet minister as Minister of State for Youth. In 1991, he was named Minister of the Environment and Minister of Consumer and Corporate Affairs and Registrar General and Deputy Prime Minister of Canada in 1993.
In 1994, Jean Charest was chosen Leader of the federal Progressive Conservative Party. He held that post until 1998 when he became Leader of the Quebec Liberal Party. Mr. Charest then broke a 50-year provincial record by winning three consecutive election campaigns in 2003, 2007 and 2008.
Furthermore, the Charest government initiated an unprecedented labour mobility agreement between France and Québec and was best known for a major initiative for the sustainable development of Northern Québec called “Plan Nord”. Jean Charest is notably the initiator of the negotiation for the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic Trade Agreement (CETA).
He is today a Partner at Canadian firm Therrien, Couture, Joli-Coeur, where he provides invaluable expertise to the firm’s clients with his in-depth knowledge and experience with public policy, corporate Canada, and international matters. As a strategic advisor with a unique perspective, he supports clients on complex transactions, projects, and international mandates.
For sponsorship inquiries for this year's unGALA, please contact Samantha Ward by email.
Check out photos from unGALA 2024
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