5th Annual Canada Protection Symposium (CPS)

December 1 - 3, 2020
Toronto, ON

With the continuing global health concerns about the spread of COVID-19, we have changed the format for this year's CPS from face-to-face to a LIVE virtual event. The dates will be the same—December 1-3, 2020. Further details, including an agenda, will be released within the next two weeks.

The 5th Annual Canada Protection Symposium (CPS) will cover emerging and new technologies in the electric power industry on protection, automation, and control. This event is truly unique in our industry. You will be able to hear from over 25 industry expert speakers, network with your peers, and hear from utilities sharing best practices and case studies. Take this opportunity to learn from industry experts and listen to their experiences.

Technical Agenda Highlights:

Protection, Automation, Control
Digital Substations, IEC 61850
New Developments in Testing Methods
Lessons Learned Through Utility Case Studies
Distribution Automation
Incorporating DERs, IEEE 1547
Microgrids and Energy Storage
Power Quality
Cybersecurity
Big Data, Data Analytics, and AI

Opening Keynote Address

Optional Pre-Conference Tutorials

We are happy to provide you with two optional half-day tutorials on Tuesday, December 1, 2020. You can choose the IEC 61850 Tutorial, or the Distribution Automation Testing Tutorial, or attend them both!

Networking Basics for IEC 61850 and Digital Substation Applications Tutorial
This optional half-day session introduces the networking concepts necessary to successfully apply IEC 61850 technologies in the substation. Participants will gain a better understanding of how IED’s exchange GOOSE, MMS, and Sampled Values messages, as well as how to design a network that is reliable, efficient, and secure.

Field Testing a Distribution Automation Scheme Using RelaySimTest Tutorial
This optional half-day session provides a hands-on technical demonstration of how to thoroughly test a distribution automation scheme using power system simulation combined with end-to-end testing.

Past CPS Photos

Call for Sponsors

Promote your company brand within the power industry to the attendees. Maximize your exposure through a variety of sponsorship opportunities.

More Information

Registration fee(s)
CAN$595.00 (plus 13% HST tax) - 5th Annual Canada Protection Symposium (CPS)
CAN$200.00 (plus 13% HST tax) - Networking Basics for IEC 61850 and Digital Substation Applications Tutorial
CAN$200.00 (plus 13% HST tax) - Field Testing a Distribution Automation Scheme using RelaySimTest Tutorial

The registration fee includes course materials, Continuing Education Units (CEUs), breakfast, lunch, breaks, and evening receptions.

Cancellations, Changes, and No-Show Policy: * 100% refund if canceling with more than 28 days before. * 50% refund if canceled between 14-28 days. * No refunds, if canceling less than 14 days before. You can send someone else if your place at no additional charge, just contact us with their information. Read the full terms and conditions.*

Educational Benefits
Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and NETA Continuing Technical Development Credits (CTD's) by attending this event.

New Location and Hotel
Hyatt Regency Toronto
370 King St W
Toronto, ON M5V 1J9
781-672-6221

Make your reservation online at a special rate.

Contact
Nathan Herrera
nathan.herrera@omicronenergy.com
781-672-6221