The Tire and Rubber Association of Canada (TRAC) announced speakers and topics for the 2025 Rubber Recycling Symposium. Details such as attendee registration link, sponsorship and exhibitor details can be found at the main event page.

Tire and Rubber Association of Canada with the Symposium’s Host Sponsor Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) invite professionals and companies involved in tire manufacturing, rubber recycling, manufacturing of products from recycled rubber, end-of-life tire stewardship organizations, governments, and equipment manufacturers to participate in what had become one of the largest events of its kind.

This year’s Symposium, which will take place on October 8-9 in Calgary, Alberta, promises to be an essential event for professionals across the tire and rubber recycling sectors, offering an exceptional lineup of sessions and unparalleled networking opportunities. Attendees can explore full event details, including a preliminary program overview, registration options, hotel accommodations, and sponsorship or exhibitor opportunities on the event’s main page.

What to Expect at the 2025 Symposium: Topics & Speakers

The 2025 Rubber Recycling Symposium will tackle critical topics shaping the industry’s future.

Highlights include:

  • Global Legislative Updates: Navigating emerging regulations impacting ELT management worldwide.
  • Sustainability in Focus: Insights into how tire manufacturers are driving toward a greener future.
  • Innovative Technologies: A deep dive into cutting-edge advancements and persistent challenges in tire and rubber recycling.
  • EPR Models Across Canada: Exploring the successes and hurdles of Extended Producer Responsibility initiatives.
  • Market Opportunities Insights: Unveiling pathways to growth in end-of-life tire markets.
  • CEO Panel: Hear directly from top executives as they share perspectives on the industry’s direction and priorities.

The event brings together thought leaders and innovators. Some of the invited speakers include Amelia Chucholowski, USTMA; Paul Downey, Pliteq; Dr. Hany El Naggar, Dalhousie University; Alex Van Gelderen, ETRMA; Maureen Kline, Pirelli; Emmie Leung, Emterra; Steve Meldrum, eTracks / CATRA; Dr. Linda Mitchell, Tyre Stewardship Australia; Dr. Darryl Moore, Kal Circular; Julie Panko, Tox Strategies; Dr. Barry Takallou, CRM; Louise Touze, Michelin; and more.

The final event program with speakers will be published soon.

Why You Should Attend

This premier event attracts an international audience of industry leaders, creating a dynamic forum for collaboration, learning, and networking. Whether you’re involved in tire manufacturing, recycling, stewardship programs, or government policy, the Symposium offers unique opportunities to:

  • Connect with global industry players and decision-makers.
  • Gain actionable insights from expert-led panels and discussions.
  • Discover innovative solutions to today’s most pressing challenges.
  • Strengthen your organization’s position in a sustainable future.

Full details about individual registrations, hotel booking, as well as sponsor and exhibitor opportunities can be found through the main event page.

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Spaces are limited, and interest in this year’s event is already high. Register now to secure your spot and take advantage of early bird pricing. Opportunities to sponsor or exhibit are also available for your organization to showcase its brand to a captive audience of industry leaders.

Should you have questions regarding the event, please contact Michal Majernik, mmajernik@tracanada.ca.

Press release by TRAC.