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World leaders return to Kananaskis Country for the first time since 2002 for a G7 Summit in June amid more uncertainty about the state of world economically, politically and ecologically than at any time in the organization’s 50-year history.

In advance of this historic gathering, the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy and the G7 Research Group will host a one-day conference on June 12 with senior political leaders and international affairs experts to assess and advise on the key issues facing leaders at there Kananaskis Summit.

Global policy experts including former federal leaders, G7 officials, and defence and security practitioners will provide their perspectives on global events and the G7 as featured speakers. Panel discussions will address issues including energy security, critical minerals, military and economic security, AI, quantum computing and emerging technologies, and their impact on the world.

In a world reeling from unprecedented military, political, economic, and social upheaval, the Plans, Prospects and Possibilities for the G7 2025 Kananaskis Summit conference is your best bet to make sense of it.

Click here to review the Conference Program

Click here to attend in person – There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. Location details will be shared one day prior to the event.

Click here to attend virtually – Register here for the virtual livestream.