Past Events
GVBOT Member join together at Granville Island Brewing! Learn about the history of the brewery, connect with other members and sample GIB beer!
Thu, Feb 05, 2026 • 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 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, Feb 04, 2026 ➔ Thu, Mar 19, 2026
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Elevate your evening at Greta Bar!
Ready to level up your networking? Join us and other members of the GVBOT as we create lasting connections at Gastown's adults-only arcade bar called Greta, which is packed with new and retro games, drinks, and a fun food truck-inspired menu.
Thu, Jan 29, 2026 • 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
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This forum brings together leading economists, industry experts and government leaders to catalyze conversations and build momentum for policies and actions required to power a stronger, more competitive economy.
Thu, Jan 29, 2026 • 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Joy Johnson, President and Vice-Chancellor, Simon Fraser University
SFU President Joy Johnson will outline the university’s approach to research that delivers real impact, highlight opportunities for collaboration, and demonstrate how the post-secondary sector is helping to build a more sustainable and prosperous future for our province.
Fri, Jan 16, 2026 • 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Virtual
This virtual workshop increases awareness of mental illness in the workplace and provides tangible tools that small business owners, people leaders, and HR professionals can apply right away.
Wed, Jan 14, 2026 • 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: The Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons
Hon. Steven MacKinnon, to provide an update on federal priorities impacting transportation and the economy.
Tue, Dec 16, 2025 • 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Virtual
Keynote Speaker: Charlotte Mitha, President & CEO, BC Hydro
Join us for this free virtual session with BC Hydro to learn about opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses to access funding for equipment upgrades that reduce operating costs and improve energy efficiency.
Mon, Dec 01, 2025 • 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Join us for an eye-opening discussion on how small business owners identify, prevent, and respond to fraud in today’s digital and economic landscape.
Wed, Nov 26, 2025 • 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Virtual- New date
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.
Tue, Nov 25, 2025 • 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
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Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is pleased to be working with Indigenous Corporate Training Inc. to offer How to Negotiate with Indigenous Peoples training.
Fri, Nov 21, 2025 • 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
The World Trade Centre Vancouver, in collaboration with Latincouver and the Consulate General offices of Argentina, Colombia, Guatemala, Mexico, and Panama, is hosting a market information session to explore trade and investment opportunities between Canada and Latin America. This event will provide attendees with insights from key speakers on the evolving trade landscape and offer strategies to leverage investment opportunities for strengthening business ties within the Latin American market.
Thu, Nov 20, 2025 • 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Join fellow members, Directors, and Executives from both organizations for a relaxed reception marking the 70th anniversary of VIA Rail’s legendary train The Canadian.
Wed, Nov 19, 2025 • 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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Keynote Speaker: Peter Xotta, President and CEO, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority
Join Peter Xotta, President and CEO of the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, for his second annual “State of the port” address digging into how the port’s path forward is all about Team Gateway, Team B.C. and Team Canada.
Thu, Nov 13, 2025 • 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is pleased to welcome The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, to provide an overview of the federal budget, tabled on November 4, 2025.
Wed, Nov 12, 2025 • 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Join us for an energized evening of networking at Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Vancouver campus, where conversations flow and connections grow.
Thu, Nov 06, 2025 • 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Join us for a practical and insightful event on the transformative potential of Agentic AI and how it can benefit organizations today.
Thu, Nov 06, 2025 • 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Virtual
This virtual workshop seeks to help individuals navigate psychological health and safety in the workplace and explore how a proactive approach and ongoing commitment to psychological health safety is a key component of healthy and inclusive workplace cultures.
Wed, Nov 05, 2025 • 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 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, Nov 05, 2025 • 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
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Keynote Speaker: Mayor Mike Hurley, Board Chair, Metro Vancouver
Join Chair Mike Hurley for an update from Metro Vancouver, the regional federation responsible for planning and delivering essential services to over half of BC’s population.
Tue, Nov 04, 2025 • 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Keynote Speaker: Kevin Quinn, Chief Executive Officer, TransLink
Join TransLink CEO Kevin Quinn for an inside look at how the organization is reimagining the customer experience, investing in innovation, accessibility, and seamless service to elevate transit across the region.
Fri, Oct 31, 2025 • 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Members are invited to attend our 138th Annual General Meeting where the new slate of Directors will be elected and the audited financial statements will be approved.
Fri, Oct 31, 2025 • 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
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Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is pleased to be hosting the fourth annual Business Distinction Awards. These awards recognize businesses that have gone above and beyond to set themselves apart in the Greater Vancouver region
Thu, Oct 30, 2025 • 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
A conversation on how small businesses can put AI to work
Thu, Oct 23, 2025 • 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
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Keynote Speaker: Pierre Gratton, President & CEO, The Mining Association of Canada
Join Pierre Gratton, President & CEO, Mining Association of Canada in his annual address to the business community, as he explores how Canada’s mining sector can help secure our economic future, and what actions are needed to make it happen.
Thu, Oct 23, 2025 • 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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