Event Details

Updated December 13, 2024: View the full Schedule of Events.

April 14, 2025 – Ground Disturbance 101, Ground Disturbance 201, and Locating 101 training classes will be offered at a reduced rate by our partners in the USP Training Standards Committee. Attendees that complete the courses will receive industry-recognized certificates of completion. Training will be followed by the Opening Reception with our tradeshow exhibitors, then an Awards Dinner and social event where USP’s 2024 Excavator of the Year, Locator of the Year, and Member of the Year will be recognized.

Nominations are now open for USP’s Industry Recognition Awards.

April 15, 2025 – Day two includes USP’s AGM, concurrent educational sessions about the newest information, innovation, technology and experiences from industry experts, committee meetings open to all attendees, a plenary address, and dedicated tradeshow time with industry suppliers where attendees can learn about the newest products and services.

Plenary speaker – Big Daddy Tazz

Often described as one of the most talented comics in the business, Big Daddy Tazz has been delighting crowds at corporate events, fund raisers, festivals and on television for more than 30 years. For the last 20 years Tazz has brought forth light and laughter for those living with mental Illness, by raising awareness on how stigma affects us all. Tazz believes in educating, embracing, and empowering everyone so that we can all stand tall and give stigma a bad name. In 2023, Tazz received the John Candy Award for his work in the fields of comedy and mental health.

Call for Papers

Are you a leader in Safety? We want to learn more! Share your company’s innovation, research, technology or experience during an educational session. Educational sessions are 45 minutes long and should relate to safety or damage prevention in your industry.

Submissions are open until December 31, 2024.

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Event Registration

Register before January 17, 2025 and receive an early bird discount!

Early bird registrants will be entered into a draw to win two tickets to see the Oilers vs. the Kings on April 14, 2025.

Cost per attendee
Conference registration before January 17, 2025: $400
Conference registration after January 17, 2025: $450

Endorsed training courses are offered in conjunction with the conference and require separate registration.

Training cost per attendee
Ground Disturbance 101: $100
Ground Disturbance 201: $125
Locating 101: $125

Register Now!

JW Marriott ICE District

10344 102 St NW | Edmonton, AB | T5J 0K9

Reserve your room at the JW Marriott ICE District prior to March 12, 2025, and receive the attendee rate.

Registrations can be made through the above link, or by calling 1.888.236.2427.

Event Sponsorship

Help make our event a success! Demonstrate your support of safety and damage prevention and showcase your brand with 200+ industry professionals.

Sponsorship opportunities are now available.

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Trade Show Exhibitors

Exhibitor booths are located in a high traffic area outside of the main conference room and educational session rooms, providing an excellent opportunity to promote your products and services.

25 booths are available.

Booth space includes:

• 8’x8′ booth space,
• 8′ high back drape,
• 3′ high side drapes
• 6′ skirted table
• 2 chairs
• 120V power plugin
• WiFi access

Cost per booth
Booth space with two representatives: $500
Booth representatives wishing to attend conference events outside of the tradeshow can purchase a conference pass: $250

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Thank you Sponsors!