Greater Vancouver Board of Trade

08/20/2026

As B.C. works to strengthen domestic production capacity and build a more resilient economy, GVBOT welcomes the Province’s proposal to expand food-processing opportunities in the Agricultural Land Reserve (ALR).

These changes would help strengthen food security, support farmers, enhance supply chain resilience, and grow B.C.’s value-added agri-food sector. Together, these benefits can help attract investment, create local industrial jobs, and drive economic growth.

GVBOT has long advocated for modernizing industrial land policy to unlock the full potential of B.C.'s manufacturing and agri-food industries. In our report Building B.C.'s Economy: Fostering More Local Production, we found that increasing industrial land supply by just 1% could support 126,100 new jobs and add $12.2 billion to B.C.'s GDP.

In particular, we've pushed for the removal of the 50-50 Rule, which requires food processors to source at least half of their inputs from the farm where processing occurs. We support the Province's proposed replacement: a 5% minimum threshold for provincially grown or raised primary products used in food-processing facilities on eligible ALR land.

We appreciate the opportunity to contribute to proposal consultation and encourage others to participate by submitting a letter to [email protected] by September 18.

Read our full submission: https://bit.ly/4wLX9NK

08/20/2026

Mental health challenges are increasingly prevalent in Canadian workplaces. While many employers care deeply about employee wellbeing, they may feel uncertain about how best to offer support.

This fall and winter season, attend our series of workshops on mental and psychological health, facilitated by Leda HR and designed to help build healthier, more inclusive workplaces.

Learn how to recognize signs of mental health challenges, gain practical tools, and take away a strong understanding of why health and wellbeing matter in the workplace.

Register for one session or all three to develop a comprehensive approach to workplace culture, conduct, and employee support.

October 9 workshop ➡️ https://bit.ly/4vIzOfd
November 6 workshop ➡️https://bit.ly/4gTiEYF
January 15 workshop ➡️https://bit.ly/4pDYPH6

08/19/2026

Join our Indigenous Opportunities Forum Presented by CN to tune into an insightful conversation between Keivan Hirji, Director, External Relations & Communications at Newmont Corporation , and Kimberley Marion, Founder & VP of KICA Contracting.

Don’t miss out! Register today ➡️ https://bit.ly/4vVroBu

📆 September 25 | 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
📍 Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Title Sponsor:
CN

Supporting Sponsors:
Scotiabank, McMillan, Sunoco LP, Trans Mountain, Pomerleau, Enbridge, Gowling WLG, CAPP, Global Container Terminals

Breakfast Sponsor:
KPMG

Networking Break Sponsor:
WSP

Community Sponsor:
MNP, Invest Vancouver

Preferred Venue Partner:
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Event Partner:
The One Group Agency

Presented in Partnership with:
GVBOT Diversity and Inclusion Leadership Council, World Trade Centre Vancouver

08/19/2026

Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is pleased to be hosting Bank of Canada Governor, Tiff Macklem for his end-of-year address to Canadians.

Mr. Macklem will look back at key economic developments that shaped the economy over the course of the year and offer perspectives on the road ahead.

Join us to gain insights on the economic factors that shape Canada's monetary policy and the complex decisions that affect businesses, individuals, and families.

Register today 🔗 https://bit.ly/454y0Cm

📆 December 15 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
📍 Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Keynote:
Tiff Macklem, Governor, Bank of Canada

Presenting Sponsor:
Invest Vancouver

Preferred Venue Partner:
Fairmont Hotel Vancouver

Event Partner:
The One Group Agency

Presented in partnership with:
World Trade Centre Vancouver

08/18/2026

Join Peter Xotta, President and CEO of the Port of Vancouver - Port de Vancouver, for the annual State of the Port Address. Peter will share insights on the Port of Vancouver's role in strengthening Canada's trade, supporting economic growth, and helping connect Canadian businesses and communities to global markets.

Register today ➡️ https://bit.ly/4fq15Nq

📆 November 3 | 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
📍 Hyatt Regency

Keynote:
Peter Xotta, President & CEO< Vancouver Fraser Port Authority

Presenting Sponsor:
Canadian National Railway Company

Supporting Sponsors:
BC Maritime Employers Association, EVR, Sunoco LP

Community Sponsor:
Boyden

Event Partner:
The One Group Agency

In Partnership with:
World Trade Centre Vancouver

08/18/2026

📄 News Release:

Businesses are prioritizing disciplined spending, safer communities, and infrastructure renewal heading into the 2026 municipal elections, a new Greater Vancouver Board of Trade member survey found.

Read our news release for the full breakdown 🔗 https://bit.ly/45yh6fK

Businesses are heading into the 2026 municipal election looking for greater discipline from local governments, a new Greater Vancouver Board of Trade member survey finds.

08/17/2026

Are you a manager or entrepreneur ready to advance your career?

The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade’s Engaged Leadership Program (ELP) offers resilient leadership training, mentorship, and opportunities for meaningful community engagement.

Take the next step by applying to our 2027 ELP cohort ➡️ https://bit.ly/4o6hXwD

08/17/2026

We made the most of the sunshine and warm weather at our Summer Social with Tecnet and Talk Shop Media last week! ☀️

From meaningful conversations to new connections, it was a fantastic evening of networking, community-building, and relaxing on the patio.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the event so memorable, and a special thank you to our partners at Tecnet and Talk Shop Media for making it all possible. 👏

📸: Eyes Multimedia

View the full photo album here:
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1373667838293872&type=3

08/14/2026

08/14/2026

We were pleased to welcome MP Carlos Leitão, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry, for a roundtable discussion last week.

The conversation focused on issues critical to Canada’s economic future, including the federal government’s defence industrial strategy, innovation and investment in B.C., the impacts of trade and tariffs across key sectors, and opportunities to strengthen economic development.

The discussion provided a valuable opportunity to share industry perspectives directly with the federal government and contribute to shaping Canada’s industrial and innovation agenda.

Thank you for joining us, Carlos.