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SUMMARY:2026 BC Economic Summit - Shaping Tomorrow: Igniting Ideas, Inspiring Action, Driving Change
LOCATION:Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, 273 Power Street, Penticton, BC, V2A 7K9
DESCRIPTION:2026 BC Economic Summit - Shaping Tomorrow: Igniting Ideas, Inspiring Action, Driving Change\n\n05/11/26 08:30 AM PST\n - 05/14/26 10:00 PM PST\Description:\n2026 BC Economic Summit - Shaping Tomorrow: Igniting Ideas, Inspiring Action, Driving Change\n\nDate: May 11th to 14th, 2026\nLocation: Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, Penticton, BC.\n\nThe 2026 BC Economic Summit is the premier gathering of economic developers, policymakers, business professionals, and community stakeholders dedicated to driving British Columbia's economic future.\n\nThe summit will explore the critical intersections between communities, community organizations, planning, industry, technology, and community development in a rapidly evolving economic landscape. Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive workshops, participants will delve into strategies for fostering community resiliency, community-to-community partnerships, supporting local businesses, investment attraction, and harnessing emerging opportunities in different economic sectors.\n\nAttendees will have the opportunity to network with peers, share best practices, and engage in meaningful dialogues that shape British Columbia's economic trajectory. Whether you're a government official, business leader, or community advocate, the 2025 BC Economic Summit offers invaluable insights and connections to help you contribute to a prosperous and inclusive economy.\n\nJoin us at the BC Economic Summit and be part of the conversation that will shape BC’s future.\n\nBook your stay at the Sheraton Four Points Penticton\n\nClick here for partnership opportunities.\n\nRates\nRegistering 3 or more for the BC Economic Summit? Use code GROUP to save 15%\nBCEDA Member Full Registration\nâ€‹Before Dec 31, 2025 - $695.00 + GST\nAfter Dec 31, 2025 - $750.00 + GST\n\nNon-Member Full Registration\nâ€‹Before Dec 31, 2025 - $795.00 + GST\nAfter Dec 31, 2025 - $850.00 + GST\n\nMayor/Chief or Councillor Full Registration\nâ€‹Before Dec 31, 2025 - $650.00 + GST\nAfter Dec 31, 2025 - $700.00 + GST\n\nTrade Show Booth\nâ€‹Before Dec 31, 2025 - $1875.00 + GST\nAfter Dec 31, 2025 - $2,000.00 + GST\nIncludes booth, one Summit registration and one complimentary 2026 BCEDA Membership. The display consists of a 6' skirted table, which will be located in the Economic Development Marketplace, where BCEDA members will congregate during the breaks and meals. There is no back drop to hang signage; however, free-standing signs are permitted. It is not required that you staff the booth, as attendees will be in sessions for most of the day, although a great time to staff your booth would be during meals and breaks.\n\nSet Up: Mon, May 11th. Take Down: Wed, May 13th.\n\n\nBCEDA Members - One Day Registration\nMonday, May 11th $150.00 + GST\nTuesday, May 12th $350.00 + GST\nWednesday, May 13th $350.00 + GST\nThursday, May 14th $215.00 + GST\n\nNon Members - One Day Registration\nMonday, May 11th $175.00 + GST\nTuesday, May 12th $400.00 + GST\nWednesday, May 13th $400.00 + GST\nThursday, May 14th $250.00 + GST\n\nSpouse/Partner Pass\n(Meals/Social activities only - no sessions)    $275.00 + GST\n\nEconomic Development Awards Banquet Only - May 13th      $150.00 + GST\n\nBC Economic Summit Cancellation Policy\nRefunds will be made available less a $50.00 handling fee for a written application received before February 6th, 2026. Absolutely no refunds will be made AFTER February 6th, 2026. However, a substitute delegate is welcome at no additional charge.\n\Location:\nPenticton Trade and Convention Centre\n273 Power Street\nPenticton, BC V2A 7K9
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:2026 BC Economic Summit - Shaping Tomorrow: Igniting Ideas, Inspiring Action, Driving Change<br /><br />05/11/26 08:30 AM PST - 05/14/26 10:00 PM PST<br />Description:<br /><h2>2026 BC Economic Summit - Shaping Tomorrow: Igniting Ideas, Inspiring Action, Driving Change</h2>

<p><strong>Date:</strong>&nbsp;May 11<sup>th</sup>&nbsp;to 14<sup>th</sup>, 2026<br />
<strong>Location:</strong>&nbsp;Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, Penticton, BC.<br />
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The 2026 BC Economic Summit is the premier gathering of economic developers, policymakers, business professionals, and community stakeholders dedicated to driving British Columbia's economic future.</p>

<p>The summit will explore the critical intersections between communities, community organizations, planning, industry, technology, and community development in a rapidly evolving economic landscape. Through keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive workshops, participants will delve into strategies for fostering community resiliency, community-to-community partnerships, supporting local businesses, investment attraction, and harnessing emerging opportunities in different economic sectors.</p>

<p>Attendees will have the opportunity to network with peers, share best practices, and engage in meaningful dialogues that shape British Columbia's economic trajectory. Whether you're a government official, business leader, or community advocate, the 2025 BC Economic Summit offers invaluable insights and connections to help you contribute to a prosperous and inclusive economy.</p>

<p>Join us at the BC Economic Summit and be part of the conversation that will shape BC&rsquo;s future.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1754428626012&amp;key=GRP&amp;app=resvlink">Book your stay at the Sheraton Four Points Penticton</a></p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.bceda.ca/become_a_partner.php">Click here for partnership opportunities.</a></strong></p>

<p style="margin-left: 40px;"><strong><span style="font-size:16px"><u>Rates</u></span></strong><br />
<em><span style="color:#FF0000">Registering 3 or more for the BC Economic Summit? Use code <strong>GROUP </strong>to save 15%</span></em><br />
<strong>BCEDA Member Full Registration</strong><br />
â€‹Before Dec 31, 2025&nbsp;- $695.00 + GST<br />
After Dec 31, 2025&nbsp;- $750.00 + GST<br />
<br />
<strong>Non-Member Full Registration</strong><br />
â€‹Before Dec 31, 2025&nbsp;- $795.00 + GST<br />
After Dec 31, 2025&nbsp;- $850.00 + GST<br />
<br />
<strong>Mayor/Chief or Councillor&nbsp;Full Registration</strong><br />
â€‹Before Dec 31, 2025&nbsp;- $650.00 + GST<br />
After Dec 31, 2025&nbsp;- $700.00 + GST<br />
<br />
<strong>Trade Show Booth</strong><br />
â€‹Before Dec 31, 2025&nbsp;- $1875.00 + GST<br />
After Dec 31, 2025&nbsp;-&nbsp;$2,000.00 + GST<br />
Includes booth,&nbsp;<u>one</u>&nbsp;Summit registration and <u>one</u>&nbsp;complimentary 2026&nbsp;BCEDA Membership.&nbsp;The display consists of a 6'&nbsp;skirted table, which will be located in the Economic Development Marketplace, where BCEDA members will congregate during the breaks and meals. There is no back drop to hang signage; however, free-standing signs are permitted. It is not required that you staff the booth, as attendees will be in sessions for most of the day, although a great time to staff your booth would be during meals and breaks.<br />
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Set Up: Mon, May 11th.&nbsp;Take Down: Wed, May 13th.<br />
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<strong>BCEDA Members - One Day Registration</strong><br />
Monday, May 11th $150.00 + GST<br />
Tuesday, May 12th $350.00 + GST<br />
Wednesday, May 13th $350.00 + GST<br />
Thursday, May 14th $215.00 + GST<br />
<br />
<strong>Non Members - One Day Registration</strong><br />
Monday, May 11th $175.00 + GST<br />
Tuesday, May 12th $400.00 + GST<br />
Wednesday, May 13th $400.00 + GST<br />
Thursday, May 14th $250.00 + GST<br />
<br />
<strong>Spouse/Partner Pass</strong><br />
(Meals/Social activities only - no sessions)&nbsp; &nbsp; $275.00 + GST<br />
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<strong>Economic Development Awards Banquet Only - May 13th</strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; $150.00 + GST<br />
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<strong><u>BC Economic Summit Cancellation Policy</u></strong><br />
Refunds will be made available less a $50.00 handling fee for a written application received before February 6th, 2026. Absolutely no refunds will be made AFTER February 6th, 2026. However, a substitute delegate is welcome at no additional charge.</p>
<br />Location:<br />Penticton Trade and Convention Centre<br />273 Power Street<br />Penticton, BC V2A 7K9
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