Past Events

Keynote Speaker: Peter A. Gall Q.C., Partner, Gall Legge Grant & Munroe

Join us for an event with Peter Gall, Q.C., counsel to the Vancouver Taxi Association, who will discuss how the Taxi Association believes their proposed solutions for the City's taxi needs will best meet public interest.

Wed, Jun 29, 2016 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

129th Annual General Meeting and Reception

Join us for our 129th Annual General Meeting.

A reception will follow the business portion.

Mon, Jun 27, 2016 • 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Aboriginal Opportunities Forum 2016 Presented by CN

The 2016 Aboriginal Opportunities Forum will focus on acknowledging our past, examining our present, and setting the path for a collaborative future. Speakers include some of the top experts on the subject from government, Aboriginal and business backgrounds.

Fri, Jun 17, 2016 • 7:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Members' Reception: Autoform

Join other Greater Vancouver Board of Trade Members at this unique Member’s Reception at Autoform.

Thu, Jun 16, 2016 • 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Thrive Series: Driving ROI with Social Selling

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

Wed, Jun 15, 2016 • 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.

Canada’s Energy Future: Being Resourceful with our Resources

Keynote Speaker: Jeff Gaulin, Vice President Communications, Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP)

Canada must invest more in energy infrastructure and innovation if it is going to compete and supply the world with more reliable, responsible energy.

Tue, Jun 07, 2016 • 7:15 a.m. - 9 a.m.

The Economy of Space

Keynote Speaker: Sylvain Laporte, President, Canadian Space Agency

The space sector is an economic engine for Canada, generating approximately $5.4 billion in revenues in 2015 and contributing $2.9 billion to our GDP.

Mon, Jun 06, 2016 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Members' Reception: Nature Conservancy of Canada

Join other Greater Vancouver Board of Trade members at this unique Member’s Reception to be held at the Vancouver Hotel Rooftop Specialty Room.

Thu, Jun 02, 2016 • 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Education: British Columbia’s Best Resource Driver

Keynote Speaker: Andrew Petter Q.C., President and Vice-Chancellor, Simon Fraser University

Join us as President Petter will make the case that B.C.'s most productive energy resource is not in the ground, but in its people, and that its greatest investment opportunity is in world-class post-secondary education and cutting-edge university research.

Fri, May 27, 2016 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

No Greatness Without Goodness: Engaging employees with disabilities

Keynote Speaker: Randy Lewis, Former Senior Vice President, Walgreens, Founder, NOGWOG Disability Initiative

Fostering a diverse workplace that includes employees with disabilities can improve the capacity of B.C. businesses to compete in the global economy and ensure people with disabilities have the opportunity to contribute to the workforce and to the overall economic growth of the province.

Thu, May 26, 2016 • 11:15 a.m. - 1:45 p.m.

Members' Reception: Pinnacle at the Pier

Mingle on the shores of North Van and expand your network.

Wed, May 25, 2016 • 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

The Business Case for Social Innovation

Join Members of our Women's Leadership Circle as we speak about social innovation and how it affects you personally and in business.

Wed, May 25, 2016 • 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.

Members' Reception: Mahoney and Sons

Enjoy great food, great drinks, an unrivalled view and location, and of course, the trademark hospitality of Mahony & Sons.

Thu, May 19, 2016 • 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Young Professionals Leadership Forum: Illuminate Vancouver

Hear from an acomplished panel of business and community leaders as they debate and discuss the most pressing challenges facing young professionals in Greater Vancouver.

Wed, May 18, 2016 • 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Special Event: Greater Vancouver Economic Scorecard Launch

Join us on May 18 as we unveil an unprecedented body of work that has been two years in the making — the Greater Vancouver Economic Scorecard.

Wed, May 18, 2016 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Thrive Series: 5 step action plan to improving your business

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

Wed, May 18, 2016 • 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.

VIA Rail’s Vision

Keynote Speaker: Yves Desjardins-Siciliano, President and Chief Executive Officer, VIA Rail

Yves Desjardins-Siciliano will present his vision for the future of passenger rail in B.C., including the corporation's plans for the Canada 150 celebrations, and VIA Rail's Dedicated Tracks project and its role in the development of services in western Canada.

Tue, May 17, 2016 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Members' Reception: Edge Lounge

Network with other Members on the patio of this hidden gem!

Thu, May 12, 2016 • 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Mining for our Future

Keynote Speaker: Karina Briño, President and CEO, Mining Association of BC

Karina Briño will discuss the current state of British Columbia's mining industry and outline how mining will continue to play a leading role in society's transition to a low carbon economy.

Tue, May 10, 2016 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Transportation Summit

This summit will provide an opportunity for the business community to prioritise the investments that will guide our economic growth for the next twenty-five years and beyond. Together, we can connect British Columbia’s people, goods and resources with the world.

Fri, Apr 29, 2016 • 7:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

3rd Annual Metro Vancouver Dream Employer Awards

Keynote Speaker: Steve Mossop, President, Insights West

Join us as we announce the winners of the third annual Metro Vancouver Dream Employer Awards — a joint partnership with Insights West and Miles Employment Group. Following the awards, a panel of HR leaders from the top 10 companies will discuss how to create an engaged workplace that can attract and retain the best talent.

Thu, Apr 28, 2016 • 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.