The 2026 Regional Supply Chain Forum takes place Tuesday, Nov. 3, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Festival Place in Sherwood Park, Alberta. Four neighbouring local governments are staging the evening together, and it is in the news because organizers say it gives area suppliers a direct route to major buyers and municipal purchasing teams.

What happens at the Regional Supply Chain Forum?

Doors open at 4 p.m. with networking, according to the Eventbrite listing. Presentations begin at 5 p.m., when industrial partners explain how their companies handle purchasing, from proposals through to buying. The final hour, from 6 to 7 p.m., is set aside for attendees to speak directly with representatives of the industrial businesses in the room.

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Organizers describe the forum as a way for businesses to learn about upcoming procurement opportunities, hear how industrial partners buy goods and services, and build contacts that could lead to future contracts.

Why you should go

  • Meet buyers face to face: municipal procurement staff and industrial partners are in the room, and the last hour is dedicated to talking with them.
  • Learn how purchasing works: presentations walk through company processes from proposal to purchase.
  • Look beyond one municipality: four local governments share the event, so contacts can extend across the Edmonton region.
  • It suits small suppliers and contractors: organizers say the forum is aimed at businesses hoping to widen their customer base or find partners.
  • It is a short commitment: the whole event runs three hours, with light food and non-alcoholic drinks provided.

What to know before you go

It is an in-person event at Festival Place, 100 Festival Way, Sherwood Park. Parking is available on site. Registration is through Eventbrite, and more information is posted at strathcona.ca/seminars. The brief does not list ticket prices, so check the Eventbrite page before booking. Refunds are available up to seven days before the event, according to the listing.

Reade Beaudoin, a senior economic development officer, said in a statement that gathering the municipalities and industry partners in one place helps local businesses build relationships and compete for work across the region.

FAQ

When and where is the forum?

It runs Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Festival Place, 100 Festival Way, Sherwood Park, Alberta.

How much are tickets and how do I register?

The brief does not state ticket prices. Registration is through Eventbrite, with details at strathcona.ca/seminars.