Building B.C.: Major Projects Driving Economic Growth Presented by KPMG
Building B.C.: Major Projects Driving Economic Growth Presented by KPMG
We have entered a new era of political and economic volatility that demands a response and collaborative action from government, the business community, First Nations, and all British Columbians. This new reality requires a proactive made-in-B.C. growth strategy that addresses the reality of our dependence on U.S. trade and the root causes of affordability challenges to set us on a path to sustainable prosperity. Simply put, we need an Agenda for Economic Growth.
A key component of that strategy will be how we advance and build the major projects that can be key drivers of growth. Join us for a conversation on how we can build for the future and hear updates on some of Greater Vancouver's most exciting projects shaping our region.
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Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs
Government of British Columbia
Ravi was appointed Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs in November 2024. He previously held the role of Minister of Housing, and has also served as Parliamentary Secretary for Sport and Multiculturalism, Parliamentary Secretary for Forests, Lands, Natural Resource Operations and Rural Development, and Minister of Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation. Born and raised in Victoria, Ravi was introduced to Field Hockey by his father and grandfather. He is a two-time Olympian in the sport for Team Canada and has been inducted into the Delta Sports Hall of Fame.
Prior to his election as an MLA, Ravi spent seven years in banking, and another six years working with the New Democrat Caucus as Director of Stakeholder Relations. Ravi has been active in the North Delta community for many years as a volunteer on the boards of the Delta Parks and Recreation Committee and Men's High Performance Field Hockey BC. He is also a certified coach and mentor to many youth in North Delta, and spends time coaching field hockey and soccer.
Ministerial Panel
The Honourable Jagrup Brar
Minister for Mining and Critical Minerals
The Honourable Adrian Dix
Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions and Minister Responsible for Francophone Affairs
The Honourable Diana Gibson
Minister of Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation
The Honourable Ravi Kahlon
Minister of Housing and Municipal Affairs
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Director of Energy, Natural Resources and Environment
Macdonald-Laurier Institute
Her participation in this event is supported by the Unleashing Canadian Prosperity project, which is working in collaboration with local trade and chamber of commerce organizations across Canada in 2025 to advance discussions on economic growth, responsible resource development, and Canada's global competitiveness.
Industry Panel: Building Bigger and Better in B.C.
Building major projects matters more than ever – from transit and transportation, to mines for critical minerals, to energy clean electricity. Managing tariff impacts, ensuring efficient regulatory approvals, collaborating in project planning and execution, partnering with Indigenous communities, and attracting a highly skilled workforce are essential to build much needed infrastructure. Attend this panel of executives who will talk about how industry is investing and building, and why business and government must work productively together to build bigger and better in B.C.
Michael Bonshor
Managing Director, First Nations Business Development Association
Jaime Freyre De Andrade
Chief Operating Officer - Major Projects, Pomerleau
Steve Elliott
President, Westcoast Energy & VP, Canadian Gas Transmission & Midstream, Enbridge
Shannon Young
Vice President – Legal, Sustainability & External Affairs, PETRONAS Canada
Moderator
Vivian Chan
Partner, Global Infrastructure Advisory, KPMG
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