Calgary to host 2023 World Petroleum Congress, the ‘Olympics of oil and gas’

By Obabueki Victor Nosakhare

The World Petroleum Council of Canada (WPC Canada) has announced Calgary as the host city for the 24th World Petroleum Congress in 2023.
WPC Vice Chair Richard Masson talks to Global News Morning Calgary about what it will mean for the city and energy industry – Jun 24, 2019.

Calgary has been selected to host the 2023 World Petroleum Congress, the “Olympics of oil and gas” where people in the energy industry dive into advances, operations and management issues.

It was chosen by the World Petroleum Council early on Sunday after a fourth-ballot 21-20 win in St. Petersburg, Russia. The city was up against Baku, Azerbaijan; Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan; Dubai, United Arab Emirates; and Buenos Aires, Argentina.

“Calgary’s bid was strong and demonstrated significant municipal and industry support while showcasing the benefits of hosting in a city that’s bursting with energetic community spirit and a welcoming western hospitality,” said Denis Painchaud, chairperson of WPC Canada, in a Sunday news release.

When Calgary hosts the 24th congress in September 2023, it will inject $65 million into the economy and attract over 5,000 people from more than 80 countries, according to the World Petroleum Council of Canada. Around 22,000 hotel rooms will be booked, the council added.