Past Events

Discovery Series: Lessons in Leadership
Join the Board of Trade and the Chartered Professional Accountants of BC for a night of new connections and insights from accomplished industry leaders.
Wed, Aug 23, 2017 • 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Members' Reception: Networking at the Nat
Join the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and Vancouver Canadians for the annual Networking at the Nat Members' Reception.
Wed, Aug 09, 2017 • 6 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Zero to 100: Start-up Lessons from Vancouver Founders with Futurpreneur

Join us for an evening of networking, idea-sharing and story telling as we hear from seasoned entrepreneurs from the Greater Vancouver area about how they got their big idea off the ground.

Wed, Jul 26, 2017 • 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Board of Trade 101
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, Jul 25, 2017 • 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Discovery Series: The Business of Beer with Steel Toad Brewing Company
Keynote Speaker: Richard Goodine, Chief Operating Officer, Steel Toad Brewing Company
At this event, guests will enjoy some delicious beers and hear from Steel Toad Brewing Company about how they stay competitive in Canada's bustling craft beer market.
Thu, Jul 20, 2017 • 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Thrive Series: How B.C.'s political landscape could impact your small business

Don't miss this chance to accelerate your company's growth and become a thriving member of Greater Vancouver's business community.

Wed, Jul 19, 2017 • 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Leadership Series: The Business of Sport Hosting

In this CYP Leadership Series, members will learn how sport hosting opportunities deliver economic, social and cultural benefits to communities and how cities like Vancouver are selected. Enjoy an evening of networking with other CYP members and athletes from the National Women's Volleyball team.

 

Wed, Jul 12, 2017 • 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Members' Reception at the Museum of Vancouver
Join GVBOT Members as we explore the Museum of Vancouver and it's mission to understand Vancouver through it's stories, objects and shared experiences.
Wed, Jul 12, 2017 • 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Golf Classic and Pro-Am 2017

Our annual Golf Classic is back — with a twist! Join us for a day of networking and fun at one of our region's premier golf facilities. In addition to our regular tournament, which welcomes players with all golfing abilities, we are also adding a Pro-Am tournament in 2017. This tournament sells out every year, so be sure to reserve your spot early!

Tue, Jul 11, 2017 • 11:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Summer Social at The Vancouver Club

The WLC would like to invite you to an evening of great conversations and connections as we welcome the 2017/2018 Women's Leadership Circle Advisory Committee members.

Wed, Jul 05, 2017 • 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
The Cascadia Innovation Corridor: Progress and Prospects for the Future
Keynote Speaker: Brad Smith, President, Microsoft Corporation
Join us for this special presentation as the President of Microsoft, Brad Smith, talks about creating a 21st century tech corridor between Washington State and British Columbia.
Wed, Jun 28, 2017 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Board of Trade 101
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, Jun 27, 2017 • 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup

If you're interested in helping the environment, meeting with likeminded young professionals, and spending a morning at Inlet Park in Port Moody, this event is for you!

Sat, Jun 24, 2017 • 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Thrive Series: Finding and keeping the right talent for your future organizational needs
Keynote Speaker: Charlyne Fothergill, Director of Career Services, Lighthouse Labs

Don't miss this chance to accelerate your company's growth and become a thriving member of Greater Vancouver's business community.

Wed, Jun 21, 2017 • 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Aboriginal Opportunities Forum 2017 Presented by CN
Our annual Aboriginal Opportunities Forum emphasizes and explores the critical role that Indigenous peoples play in B.C.'s economy and the role that B.C.'s business community plays in reconciliation.
Fri, Jun 16, 2017 • 7 a.m. - 1 p.m.
130th Annual General Meeting and Reception
Help us celebrate 130 years of business advocacy and community leadership at our AGM! This event features a business portion, which is free for all Members, followed by a networking reception and celebration.
Thu, Jun 15, 2017 • 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Discovery Series: Speed Interview Night
This event provides prospective Leaders of Tomorrow students an opportunity to learn more about our mentorship program. It is exclusive to new LOT applicants only.
Wed, Jun 14, 2017 • 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Google and the Cloud: The future of technology for your business
Keynote Speaker: Suzanne Frey, Director of Security, Trust and Privacy, Google Apps
Join us as we hear from one of Google's senior executives about the rise of Cloud-based technologies and some of the key decisions facing businesses and corporate leaders today.  
Wed, Jun 14, 2017 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Canada’s New Vision for Defence
Keynote Speaker: The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of National Defence, Government of Canada

The federal government will soon release its highly anticipated national defence policy. Join us as we hear from Canada's Minister of National Defence, Harjit S. Sajjan, about how the new national defence policy will modernize the Canadian Armed Forces while driving innovation and economic development.

Fri, Jun 09, 2017 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Members' Reception at Pinnacle at the Pier Hotel
Join GVBOT Members as we head across the Burrard Inlet for our annual networking reception with the North Vancouver Chamber of Commerce at the Pinnacle at the Pier Hotel!
Thu, Jun 01, 2017 • 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
A runway for growth: WestJet’s plans to connect B.C. with the world
Keynote Speaker: Gregg Saretsky, President and Chief Executive Officer, WestJet
Join WestJet President and CEO Gregg Saretsky as he discusses the longstanding partnership between Canada's most-trusted airline and British Columbia residents and businesses.
Thu, Jun 01, 2017 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Building B.C.’s Innovation Economy: What will it take to become a global leader?
Keynote Speaker: Andrew Petter Q.C., President and Vice-Chancellor, Simon Fraser University
SFU President Andrew Petter will discuss the factors constraining B.C.'s innovative capacity and performance and the actions needed to establish the province as a global innovation leader.
Tue, May 30, 2017 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Board of Trade 101
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, May 30, 2017 • 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Characteristics of High-Performing Teams with WestJet

Join our Women's Leadership Circle as they explore the Characteristics of High-Performing Teams with WestJet, a company that has received several awards for their work environment, training, HR practices, and corporate culture.

Wed, May 24, 2017 • 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.
Members' Reception at the Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre - UBC
Join other Members of the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade as we explore the beautiful new Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre at UBC.
Wed, May 17, 2017 • 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
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