2025 Young Energy Leader of the Year Award
Recognizing emerging leaders (40 years of age and under) in the gas energy industry who have demonstrated their potential to guide/pilot the gaseous energy industry of the future from a business, environmental, regulatory and/or public service perspective.
Recipient:
Kim Oickle,Senior Manager – Yellowhead Pipeline Project, ATCO
At 35, Kim Oickle has established herself as a rising leader in Canada’s energy industry. As Senior Manager of ATCO’s Yellowhead Pipeline Project, the largest capital investment in the company’s history, she leads engineering, procurement, quality, and materials teams supporting a transformational $2.9 billion energy infrastructure project.
Throughout her career, Kim has demonstrated exceptional leadership across operations, major capital projects, strategic initiatives, and acquisitions. She successfully led operations teams in ATCO’s East Integrated Transmission & Salt Caverns business and played a key role in the company’s first pipeline acquisition, helping manage technical and commercial due diligence for more than 200 km of pipeline assets.
Known for her authenticity, strong judgment, and collaborative leadership style, Kim consistently earns the trust of employees, contractors, executives, and stakeholders. She is recognized for building high-performing teams, driving results in complex environments, and creating a culture where people feel empowered and supported.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Kim is committed to mentoring emerging leaders and contributing to her community. Her leadership on major energy infrastructure projects, combined with her integrity, humility, and dedication to people, makes her an outstanding example of the next generation of energy leadership.
Notable nominee:
- Sheena Nabozniak, SaskEnergy
- Daina Makarenko, Apex Utilities Inc.
- Cody Wood, Enbridge