Project LHEAD: Electrification and Decarbonization Through Retrofit Initiatives

NOTICE OF MEETING

Project LHEAD

Electrification and Decarbonization Through Retrofit Initiatives

Date:

Monday, January 11, 2027

Venue:

Novotel Toronto North York Hotel

3 Park Home Avenue, Toronto, ON, M2N 6L3

EVENT SUMMARY

Lakeridge Health’s Oshawa Hospital faces one of the highest greenhouse gas intensities among large Ontario hospitals, creating both an urgent challenge and a unique opportunity for transformational change. In response, Lakeridge Health launched Project LHEAD - the Lakeridge Health Electrification & Decarbonization Project-an ambitious, outcome‑based initiative designed to deliver guaranteed carbon reductions, operational resilience, and long‑term financial savings.

This presentation explores how an outcome‑based procurement and development model enabled Lakeridge Health and Ecosystem Energy Services to align stakeholders, unlock innovation, and drive measurable results. Through this approach, the project exceeded its mandated target of 3,530 tCO₂e/year, achieving a 43% greater reduction at 5,050 tCO₂e/year, while maintaining operational continuity and leveraging existing infrastructure to reduce capital costs.

Attendees will gain insight into the technical strategies behind LHEAD - including electrification, peak shaving, heat recovery, clean steam generation, and lighting renewal, as well as the financial framework that produced a 3.95‑year ROI, substantial utility savings, and over $1.6M in incentives. The session concludes with practical lessons learned on stakeholder alignment, market‑driven innovation, and optimizing flexibility in complex decarbonization projects.

Project LHEAD demonstrates how outcome‑based delivery can accelerate decarbonization in healthcare, turning ambitious climate goals into guaranteed, verifiable results.

Special Notice:

We are delighted to host this event in partnership with the AEEGTA (Association of Energy Engineers, Greater Toronto Chapter). This joint meeting provides an excellent opportunity to expand your professional network and engage with peers and industry leaders in the HVAC, energy, and sustainability communities.

SPEAKER

Matthew Cannon, CEM

Matt Cannon is the Senior Director of Infrastructure and Capital Development at Lakeridge Health, where he leads major healthcare planning, redevelopment, and infrastructure performance initiatives across one of Ontario’s largest multi‑site hospital systems. With more than a decade of experience spanning healthcare operations, energy management, and technical program leadership, Matt brings a uniquely integrated perspective to modernizing hospital infrastructure and advancing decarbonization strategies.

Since joining Lakeridge Health in 2018, Matt has progressed through several leadership roles - including Director of Facility Operations and Business Development and Manager of Engineering & Infrastructure, before assuming his current senior director position. His portfolio has included oversight of engineering, security, environmental services, and business development, as well as stewardship of complex capital projects that enhance operational resilience and long‑term sustainability.

Prior to his work in healthcare, Matt held technical and consulting roles in the energy sector at Enbridge Gas Distribution, where he specialized in energy efficiency for institutional clients, boiler plant optimization, and high‑performance new construction programs. His earlier engineering experience includes refractory materials development in the steel industry and project management in the construction sector.

Matt holds a Bachelor of Applied Science from Ontario Tech University and is recognized for his ability to align stakeholders, drive innovation, and deliver measurable outcomes in complex infrastructure environments.

Venue Details:

Novotel Toronto North York Hotel

Join us at the Novotel Toronto North York Hotel, conveniently located in the heart of North York with direct access to public transit and nearby amenities. This modern and comfortable venue provides an excellent setting for professional presentations, industry discussions, and networking, offering a welcoming environment for attendees to connect and collaborate

Walk-in registrations will not be permitted.

Photography Disclaimer
Please be advised that a photographer will be present during this event. Photos may be taken and used for internal or promotional purposes. If you prefer not to be photographed, it is your responsibility to inform the photographer directly at the event.

Please feel free to reach out at cttc@torontoashrae.com if you need assistance.

Siddharth Singh, P.Eng, PMP

ASHRAE Toronto CTTC Chair

King Tung, P. Eng, MASc

ASHRAE Toronto CTTC Co-Chair