Past Events
This program acts as an information session to ensure that everyone is on the same page about the topic of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA).
By leveraging the experience of participants through discussions and group activities, we explore our own dimensions of diversity and the benefits of creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible (IDEA) workplace.
Mon, Jan 23, 2023 • 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Keynote Speaker: Craig Ryan, Director of Corporate Sustainability, BDC
Many investors expect companies to manage their environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues such as diversity and carbon with the same attention and effort that they manage their bottom line.
Thu, Jan 19, 2023 • 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Kick off the New Year with our first experience of 2023 - Curling & Connecting!
Fri, Jan 13, 2023 • 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Members have access to exclusive ticket pricing and a pre-event cocktail hour.
Stayed tuned for additional concerts to be announced!
Fri, Dec 16, 2022 • 6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Kevin Falcon, Leader of the Official Opposition, British Columbia Liberal Party
Join Kevin Falcon, BC Liberal Opposition Leader and MLA for Vancouver-Quilchena, for a conversation about the challenges and opportunities facing businesses in British Columbia and his vision for a resilient and sustainable economy.
Tue, Dec 06, 2022 • 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Incoterms®2020 - International Contracts Shipping Workshop helps BC-based businesses that are building out export plans or shipping products internationally to understand Incoterms®, how to negotiate and incorporate them into contracts shipping agreements in order to reduce risk and lower costs when transporting goods across borders.
Tue, Dec 06, 2022 • 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
A unique networking opportunity exclusive for Board of Trade members at EA Vancouver's Burnaby Campus.
Thu, Dec 01, 2022 • 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
GVBOT’s annual Energy Forum, presented by Bennett Jones, will focus on Canada’s role in the global market, and how we can leverage our strengths and capitalize on opportunities to advance our domestic energy sector and promote sustainability around the world.
Wed, Nov 30, 2022 • 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Linda Nazareth, Economist, Keynote Speaker and Futurist
As the great labour reshuffle continues to unfold across sectors, the time is now to reflect on our labour gaps and build a sustained Canadian workforce. This event will convene the business community to address this pertinent issue and explore solutions that will help alleviate these challenges.
Tue, Nov 29, 2022 • 11:45 a.m. - 2 p.m.
GVBOT Members' Receptions are a casual way to meet and network with other Members of the GVBOT. From entrepreneurs to small business owners and corporate executives, there are a breadth of people to connect with.
Wed, Nov 23, 2022 • 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Kevin Quinn, Chief Executive Officer, TransLink
Join TransLink CEO Kevin Quinn to learn about how the future of transportation in Metro Vancouver will create significant opportunities for residents and businesses throughout the region.
Wed, Nov 23, 2022 • 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Robin Silvester, President & Chief Executive Officer, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority
Join Robin as well as GVBOT President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson for a deep-dive conversation about key focus areas for the port authority; the “toughest nuts to crack” challenges at Canada’s largest port; and ultimately, the path to long-term strength and sustainability for this critical trade gateway.
Wed, Nov 16, 2022 • 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
This program acts as an information session to ensure that everyone is on the same page about the topic of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA).
By leveraging the experience of participants through discussions and group activities, we explore our own dimensions of diversity and the benefits of creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible (IDEA) workplace.
Mon, Nov 14, 2022 • 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Essential strategy, resources and coaching in dynamic workshops that equip small to medium-sized enterprises to scale up, develop, and execute an export plan.
Tue, Nov 08, 2022 • 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Members are invited to attend our 135th Annual General Meeting where the new slate of Directors will be elected and the audited financial statements will be approved.
Mon, Nov 07, 2022 • 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
The awards recognize businesses that have gone above and beyond to set themselves apart in the Greater Vancouver region.
Join us for an inspiring afternoon celebrating these innovative organizations.
Tue, Nov 01, 2022 • 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Members have access to exclusive ticket pricing and a pre-event cocktail hour.
Stayed tuned for additional concerts to be announced!
Fri, Oct 28, 2022 • 6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Tamara Vrooman, President & CEO, Vancouver Airport Authority
Join Tamara Vrooman, Vancouver Airport Authority’s President and CEO, for an address to learn more about her vision for the future of YVR.
Thu, Oct 27, 2022 • 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Learn more about trade opportunities between B.C. and India in addition to how your business can tackle trade challenges and benefit from the increase in trade between our two countries.
Wed, Oct 26, 2022 • 4 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Steven Page, Musician and Founding Member of Barenaked Ladies, Mental Health Advocate
Join us for an inspirational keynote with health and wellbeing experts, that will help you lead, recruit, retain and engage your most valuable resource – your people.
Tue, Oct 25, 2022 • 8:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join us for this virtual workshop with PeerSpectives Consulting where you will learn to Name, Claim, and Aim your Strengths to pull your career forward and build more joy into your life.
Mon, Oct 24, 2022 • 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Sean McCormick, Head of Growth Strategy, Spendscape
Understanding consumer behaviour and spending habits can help businesses rethink and plan their offerings and marketing activities to support growth in various economic environments.
Wed, Oct 19, 2022 • 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, Government of Canada
Join the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Canada's Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, as he presents details around the renewal of the Federal Tourism Growth Strategy, his vision for the tourism economy and how his work is supporting the tourism and hospitality sector as it recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fri, Oct 14, 2022 • 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
To help guide you in your journey we invite you to a virtual Board of Trade 101 session where you will be shown what's available to promote your business, save money, provide benefits to your staff, and much more.
Wed, Oct 12, 2022 • 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Join us to hear how the Invictus family and their partners will #paddletogether towards a restorative, sustainable and impactful celebration in February 2025.
Wed, Oct 12, 2022 • 8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
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