The Energy Security Technical Advisory Committee (E-STAC) is an industry-based all-hazards information sharing group, which operates as the key hub for energy industry collaboration and strategic coordination with the Canadian federal government on energy sector-related security matters.
With an emphasis on cyber security issues, E-STAC provides a trusted forum for information exchange, enhancing cyber security maturity through the building of operational technical capacity, the development of human resources, policy development, and through collaboration across other critical infrastructure sectors.
The Canadian Gas Association spearheaded E-STAC in late 2023 in light of the accelerating rise of cyber incidents impacting the energy sector and in lock-step with the federal government’s intent to focus on the energy sector the way it has historically done with the telecom and finance sectors.
Leadership
Industry Chair: Enbridge Inc. (November 2023 – November 2025)
Pillars
E-STAC is built on four pillars which serve to direct the various activities of focus and to guide the way in which it conducts its business. These pillars are:
- Community
- Policy
- Technical
- Resourcing
Objectives
In regard to security and risk management issues affecting the energy sector, E-STAC operates with the following key objectives, organized along each of the four pillars:
| Pillar | Objective |
| Community | Exchange information among industry stakeholders |
| Community | Exchange information and advice between industry and Government of Canada |
| Technical | Enhance situational awareness of all-hazards |
| Resourcing | Ensure verified, skilled, and abundant resources are available |
| Community | Collaborate with other critical infrastructure sectors |
| Technical | Grow and build operational and tactical support initiatives and research |
| Policy | Identify and provide advice on remediating strategic gaps |
Membership
E-STAC industry membership is by invitation-only and includes organizations which produce, transmit, and distribute energy to meet the needs of the Canadian economy and public. Member organizations are represented by senior executives, such as Chief Technology Officers (CTO) and Chief Information Security Officers (CISO).
Government members
- Canadian Centre for Cyber Security
- Natural Resources Canada
- Public Safety Canada
- Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)
Industry members
- Canadian Gas Association
- CGA Enterprises Inc.
- Electricity Canada
- Enbridge Inc.
- Cenovus Energy Inc.
- Ovintiv Canada
- Tourmaline Oil Corp.
- Pembina Pipeline
- Baytex Energy Ltd.
- Vermilion Energy Inc.
- FortisBC Energy Inc.
- County of Vermilion River – Gas Co-op
- AltaGas Ltd.
- SaskEnergy
- Birchcliff Energy
- Enerplus Corporation
- Paramount Resources
- Keyera Corp.
- Kitchener Utilities
- Ontario Power Generation
- Irving Oil
- Suncor Energy Services Inc.
- ATCO
- Nova Scotia Power
- Utilities Kingston
- Parkland Corporation
- TC Energy
- TriSummit Utilities
- ARC Resources Ltd.
- Énergir, L.P.
- Cardinal Energy Ltd.
- Teine Energy
- Bruce Power
- Gibson Energy
- Veren™
- Rockpoint Gas Storage
- InPlay Oil
- NorthRiver Midstream
- Manitoba Hydro
- E-ISAC
™ Trademark of Veren Inc.
Cyber Security Task Force
E-STAC has a Cyber Security Task Force (CS TF) at its disposal to action various cyber security focused initiatives. The CS TF has existed under CGA’s leadership since about 2013 and has conducted many cyber security-focused initiatives over the years, including the development of industrial control system cyber security guidance, C2M2 workshops, various webinars, the development of a technical information sharing initiative referred to as the Blue Flame Program, and others.
Publications
Members of E-STAC have either separately or collectively developed various resources for the sector. Some of these include:
- CGA Guidance for Cyber Security of Industrial Control Systems (March 2019)
- Quantum-Safe Playbook for CGA Members
Contact the E-STAC Secretariat.
CGA Energy Security Summit 2025
The Canadian Gas Association is hosting the first Energy Security Summit. This premier event is a gathering of decision-makers, security experts, and energy system leaders. Over two days, participants will share insights into the evolving global threat landscape, Canada’s opportunity to support global energy security, and the technological advancements necessary to protect and enhance our energy production and delivery systems.
Day 1 sets the stage by exploring current threats and challenges, with keynotes on global geopolitical conflict and increasing cyber risk, followed by panels on the manipulation of energy systems and a look at the role of security and operational technologies and how to secure them. The afternoon will focus on evolving global energy trade, economic security, human and system security, and AI within data security.
Day 2 is forward-looking, with sessions on the defense-energy cyber nexus, inter-sector collaboration, and the role of fuel in ensuring long-term reliability in energy systems. The summit concludes with a keynote addressing Canada’s role on the global stage, followed by concluding remarks and insights.
Join us for this pivotal event to shape the future of Canadian energy security, enhance collaboration, and drive innovative solutions.
Advisory Council
