Past Events
Keynote Speaker: Doug Earle, President and CEO, Foundation Fighting Blindness
Learn about Canada's emerging vision health crisis and how gene therapies are poised to revolutionize the future of vision health care.
Thu, Apr 25, 2019 • 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Keynote Speaker: Andrew Petter C.M., Q.C., President and Vice-Chancellor, Simon Fraser University
President Andrew Petter will draw on SFU’s experience to discuss how an engaged university can support different forms of city building.
Wed, Apr 24, 2019 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.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.
Wed, Apr 24, 2019 • 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of Small Business and Export Promotion, Government of Canada
Join World Trade Centre Vancouver to learn about new trade agreements and for a special announcement by Minister Mary Ng.
Tue, Apr 23, 2019 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
World Trade Centre Vancouver is pleased to present International e-Commerce Essentials (ICE), a workshop that helps businesses discover, learn, and create an integrated online strategy to drive global sales.
Wed, Apr 17, 2019 • 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Join us for an introductory seminar to understand what's available and how you can get the most out of your membership.
Wed, Apr 17, 2019 • 7:15 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Keynote Speaker: Ryan Shaughnessy, Canadian Intellectual Property Office
Join us for this engaging session on strategies to secure your Intellectual Property, hosted by World Trade Centre Vancouver in partnership with the Government of Canada.
Tue, Apr 16, 2019 • 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
The City of Vancouver and City of Surrey will outline their joint proposal for Infrastructure Canada’s $50-million prize in the Smart Cities Challenge.
Tue, Apr 16, 2019 • 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
World Trade Centre Vancouver is pleased to present International e-Commerce Essentials (ICE), a workshop that helps businesses discover, learn, and create an integrated online strategy to drive global sales.
Tue, Apr 16, 2019 • 7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Bryan Cox, President & CEO, BC LNG Alliance
Join Bryan Cox, President & CEO of the BC LNG Alliance, to learn about the vast potential for B.C.’s newest industry to provide sustainable energy options to the world, while generating prosperity for British Columbians and B.C. businesses for generations to come.
Fri, Apr 12, 2019 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: The Honourable Andrew Scheer, Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada
Hon. Andrew Scheer, Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada will discuss his party's priorities heading into the fall election and his vision for the future of our country.
Fri, Apr 12, 2019 • 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Keynote Speaker: Kennedy Stewart, Mayor of Vancouver
Mayor Stewart will outline his plan for our city, his accomplishments to date, and the challenges that still need to be overcome if we are to succeed in being a city the world looks to for hope in challenging times.
Wed, Apr 10, 2019 • 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Keynote Speaker: Olivia McIvor, Instructor, HR Fundamentals, BCIT School of Business
Learn to navigate the world of work amidst inter-generational motivators, strengths, and communication styles to create long-lasting, high-functioning, and inspired teams.
Thu, Apr 04, 2019 • 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Join us for our annual Members' Reception at the renowned Joe Fortes.
Wed, Apr 03, 2019 • 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Join fellow Board of Trade Members to watch the Vancouver Canucks take on the Los Angeles Kings in the comfort and style of Rogers arena's Sportsbar Party Suite.
Thu, Mar 28, 2019 • 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
This workshop will invite decision-makers in Greater Vancouver’s key industries to discuss the obstacles they encounter in ensuring their organizations work effectively across the region.
Tue, Mar 26, 2019 • 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join Members of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade as we learn about the complex world of cybersecurity.
Wed, Mar 20, 2019 • 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Professor Santa Ono, President and Vice-Chancellor, UBC
Professor Santa Ono will discuss the university's new strategic plan – UBC's Next Century – with particular focus on issues such as transit, research and innovation and the implications for the province and the Greater Vancouver region.
Mon, Mar 11, 2019 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Barack Obama, 44th President of the United States
The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is excited to host the 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama, for this special engagement.
Tue, Mar 05, 2019 • 3 p.m. - 6:15 p.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.
Thu, Feb 28, 2019 • 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Join the CYP Outreach team in supporting BC Children’s Hospital Foundation by lending a hand to package and distribute Jeans Day button orders!
Wed, Feb 27, 2019 • 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Kelly Craft , U.S. Ambassador to Canada
Join the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and World Trade Centre Vancouver as we welcome U.S. Ambassador to Canada, Kelly Craft, to B.C. for a discussion on Canada-U.S. relations and trade opportunities.
Wed, Feb 27, 2019 • 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.
The 2019 Edelman Trust Barometer examines the state of trust and how leaders can build trust at a time when employees are demanding organizations take a stand on economic, social, and political issues.
Tue, Feb 26, 2019 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
To help guide you in your journey, we invite you to a special 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.
Tue, Feb 26, 2019 • 7:15 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Keynote Speaker: The Honourable Carole James, Minister of Finance and Deputy Premier, Province of British Columbia
The presentation will provide Board of Trade Members and the city's business community with an overview of the 2019-20 budget and an update on the state of B.C.'s economy.
Fri, Feb 22, 2019 • 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
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