The Oil Sands Expo and Conference is the only trade show dedicated specifically to the oil sands industry in Fort McMurray, the heart of the Athabasca Oil Sands region. The event brings together operators, maintenance professionals, and technology providers to discuss strategies for improving efficiency, reducing costs, and increasing uptime in one of the world’s most demanding industrial environments.
Location & Dates
September 16 – 17, 2026
Suncor Community Leisure Centre, Fort McMurray, Alberta
History
For years, this expo has served as the connection point for the “boots on the ground” workforce in the oil sands. Unlike broader energy shows, this event is hyper-focused on the practical realities of bitumen extraction and site maintenance in Northern Alberta, making it a critical calendar date for local operators.
Highlights
The 2026 show will feature free education sessions, a technology stage, and an outdoor equipment demo area. Topics often include slurry management, tailings reduction, and winterization strategies. Ellicott Dredges will be there to demonstrate our heavy-duty dredges, which are engineered to withstand the abrasive conditions of oil sands tailings and mature fine tailings (MFT) management.