Upcoming Events
Executive Roundtable with Minister Josie Osborne
Join us on May 23rd for a member-only executive roundtable with the Hon. Josie Osborne, Minister of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation of British Columbia.
B.C. Business Summit: B.C.'s Next Chapter: Bold Ideas for a Brighter Future
Early Bird tickets are now on sale!
Tickets are now available for the Business Council of B.C.'s annual B.C. Business Summit, occurring on Monday, June 10th, 2024 at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. This annual one-day event is dedicated to exploring the future of our economy and identifying ways to foster greater prosperity for British Columbia and Canada.
This year’s event, B.C.'s Next Chapter: Bold Ideas For A Brighter Future, will provide the opportunity for timely and influential dialogue in advance of the provincial election.
We're incredibly excited to announce we will be welcoming two former B.C. Premiers, Glen Clark and Christy Clark, for keynote presentations and fireside chats. In addition, we will be hosting an extensive group of speakers from across the B.C. Business Landscape in the following panels:
“Turning Healthcare Challenges into Opportunities”
“From Canada to Community; The Importance of Energy to our Future”
WITH SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
“B.C’s Place Amongst Peers”
“What’s Keeping British Columbians Up at Night?”
“Cross-Sectoral Speed Round on Accelerating Prosperity”
Some sponsorship opportunities are still available. If you are interested in participating as a sponsor, please contact us for more details.
Executive Roundtable with Barry Penner
Date: Friday, April 12th, 2024
Time: 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Location: BCBC Boardroom, #960, 1050 W Pender St, Vancouver
Risks and Opportunities: What’s New in Cyber, Privacy and AI
Join us for a roundtable discussion: "Risks and Opportunities: Navigating Federal Regulations Around AI, Cyber, and Privacy." This session will feature Brent Arnold, Partner, and Arielle Sie-Mah, Associate at Gowling WLG. Together, they will explore the rapidly evolving technology landscape with a focus on the federal regulations surrounding artificial intelligence. These experts will offer invaluable insights into how technology, regulation, and business intersect.
Business Council of BC: Chair's Dinner 2024
Date: Tuesday, April 2nd, 2023
Time: 5:30pm - Registration & Program Begins 6:30pm - Dinner 8:30pm - End
Location: The Westin Bayshore,1601 Bayshore Drive, Vancouver, BC, V6G 2V4.
Dress Code: Business Formal. We kindly request that all attendees dress in business formal attire.
Inspired by our outgoing Chair, Susannah Pierce, who is deeply engaged and passionate about the non-profit sector and the close connection between business and philanthropy, we are excited to announce the inaugural “Strong Economy, Strong Community” Dinner.
A strong economy is not only a symbol of financial success but also a driving force behind meaningful and lasting change. On April 2, we will showcase incredible success stories from charitable organizations such as Covenant House, Power To Be, and Ending Violence B.C., along with their impactful business partnerships.
Invite your own favorite non-profit partners to join you at this can't-miss inaugural event. Fifty percent of the ticket sales will be donated to our featured charitable organizations.
B.C. Cabinet & First Nations Leaders' Gathering Welcome Reception, November 28th, 2022
The Business Council of British Columbia was pleased to once again join with the Province of B.C., B.C. Assembly of First Nations, First Nations Summit, Union of B.C. Indian Chiefs, and the B.C. Federation of Labour, to co-host a welcome reception for all delegates attending the annual B.C. Cabinet and First Nations Leaders' Gathering.
We thank you our sponsors: Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers, Kwantlen Polytechnic University, Royal Bank of Canada, Seaspan, Fasken, Rogers, Teck, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, and Vancouver Island University.