The Solar Energy Society of Alberta

Drake Hankinson leads the Partnerships function at Solar YYC, where he focuses on developing relationships that connect businesses, community organizations, and homeowners with trusted renewable energy solutions. As part of one of Alberta’s leading providers of solar and modern electrification projects, Drake helps clients navigate the journey toward sustainability with a focus on Solar YYC’s core values— being a Local, Trusted, and Experienced provider of solar and electrification solutions.

Before joining Solar YYC, Drake spent nearly a decade at Benevity, one of Canada’s few tech unicorns, where he helped scale programs that connected global companies with causes and communities worldwide. That experience in SaaS, relationship management, and corporate social impact shaped his approach to partnership-building—rooted in long-term value, transparency, and community outcomes.

Today, Drake applies that same mindset to Alberta’s renewable energy sector, helping organizations and homeowners realize energy savings and environmental goals through reliable, high-quality installations. Based in Calgary, he remains passionate about local impact—ensuring every partnership supports meaningful progress toward a more resilient Alberta. Outside of work, Drake is active in Calgary’s rugby community and enjoys golf, Warhammer, and developing his skills as a chef.