BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH PRODID://BCED//214409 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260523T232007 VTIMEZONE:America/New_York DTSTART:20260511T123000Z DTEND:20260514T160000Z UID:214409 SUMMARY:2027 BC Economic Summit - Connecting Communities. Aligning Action. Amplifying Impact. LOCATION:Penticton Trade and Convention Centre DESCRIPTION:2027 BC Economic Summit - Connecting Communities. Aligning Action. Amplifying Impact.\n\n05/11/26 08:30 AM EST\n - 05/14/26 12:00 PM EST\Description:\n2027 BC Economic Summit - Connecting Communities. Aligning Action. Amplifying Impact.\n\nDate: May 17th to 20th, 2027\nLocation: Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, Penticton, BC.\n\nThe 2027 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\nEconomic development does not happen in isolation. Strong communities are built through partnerships, shared knowledge, and coordinated action.\n\nJoin economic development professionals, Indigenous leaders, local governments, Community Futures organizations, Chambers of Commerce, industry partners, elected officials, and community builders from across British Columbia for the 2027 BC Economic Summit, BCEDA’s premier annual gathering for connection, collaboration, and practical solutions.\n\nAs communities continue to navigate economic uncertainty, labour challenges, changing industries, opportunities for economic reconciliation, and the need for long-term resilience, the Summit provides a space to come together, learn from one another, and explore ideas that create meaningful impact.\n\nThe 2027 Summit will focus on strengthening the connections that help communities succeed by bringing people together to:\n\n✔ Connect communities, organizations, and sectors\n✔ Align priorities and turn ideas into action\n✔ Share practical strategies and innovative approaches\n✔ Strengthen economic resilience and community capacity\n✔ Build partnerships that support long-term prosperity\n✔ Amplify success stories and emerging opportunities across British Columbia\n\nDelegates can expect:\n\n\n Inspiring keynote speakers and thought leaders\n Practical sessions and workshops focused on real-world application\n Discussions on economic resilience, recovery, and future readiness\n Collaborative conversations with Indigenous, local government, and industry leaders\n Networking opportunities with colleagues and partners \n Industry leaders\n Exhibitor and partner showcases featuring tools, programs, and services that support communities\n\n\nWhether you are an experienced practitioner, an elected official, community leader, partner organization, or new to economic development, the BC Economic Summit provides opportunities to build relationships, exchange ideas, and leave with practical knowledge you can apply in your community.\n\nJoin us as we continue Connecting Communities. Aligning Action. Amplifying Impact.\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 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\n​Early Bird Registration Before January 15, 2027 - $695.00 + GST\nAfter Janurary 15, 2027 - $750.00 + GST\n\nNon-Member Full Registration\n​Early Bird Registration Before January 15, 2027 - $795.00 + GST\nAfter January 15, 2027 - $850.00 + GST\n\nMayor/Chief or Councillor Full Registration\n​Early Bird Registration Before January 15, 2027 - $650.00 + GST\nAfter January 15, 2027  - $700.00 + GST\n\nTrade Show Booth\n​Early Bird Registration Before January 15, 2027 - $1875.00 + GST\nAfter January 15, 2027  - $2,000.00 + GST\nIncludes booth, one Summit registration and one complimentary 2027 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 backdrop 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; however, a great time to staff your booth is during meals and breaks.\n\nSet Up: Mon, May 16th, between 2:00 and 4:00 PM. Take Down: Wed, May 19 at 4:00 PM.\n\n\nBCEDA Members - One Day Registration\nMonday, May 17th $150.00 + GST\nTuesday, May 18th $350.00 + GST\nWednesday, May 19th $350.00 + GST\nThursday, May 20th $215.00 + GST\n\nNon Members - One Day Registration\nMonday, May 17th $175.00 + GST\nTuesday, May 18th $400.00 + GST\nWednesday, May 19th $400.00 + GST\nThursday, May 20th $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 March 15th, 2027. Absolutely no refunds or credits will be made AFTER March 15th, 2027. However, a substitute delegate is welcome at no additional charge.\n\Location:\nPenticton Trade and Convention Centre\n\n, X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:2027 BC Economic Summit - Connecting Communities. Aligning Action. Amplifying Impact.

05/11/26 08:30 AM EST - 05/14/26 12:00 PM EST
Description:

2027 BC Economic Summit - Connecting Communities. Aligning Action. Amplifying Impact.

Date: May 17th to 20th, 2027
Location: Penticton Trade and Convention Centre, Penticton, BC.

The 2027 BC Economic Summit is the premier gathering of economic developers, policymakers, business professionals, and community stakeholders dedicated to driving British Columbia's economic future.

Economic development does not happen in isolation. Strong communities are built through partnerships, shared knowledge, and coordinated action.

Join economic development professionals, Indigenous leaders, local governments, Community Futures organizations, Chambers of Commerce, industry partners, elected officials, and community builders from across British Columbia for the 2027 BC Economic Summit, BCEDA’s premier annual gathering for connection, collaboration, and practical solutions.

As communities continue to navigate economic uncertainty, labour challenges, changing industries, opportunities for economic reconciliation, and the need for long-term resilience, the Summit provides a space to come together, learn from one another, and explore ideas that create meaningful impact.

The 2027 Summit will focus on strengthening the connections that help communities succeed by bringing people together to:

✔ Connect communities, organizations, and sectors
✔ Align priorities and turn ideas into action
✔ Share practical strategies and innovative approaches
✔ Strengthen economic resilience and community capacity
✔ Build partnerships that support long-term prosperity
✔ Amplify success stories and emerging opportunities across British Columbia

Delegates can expect:

Whether you are an experienced practitioner, an elected official, community leader, partner organization, or new to economic development, the BC Economic Summit provides opportunities to build relationships, exchange ideas, and leave with practical knowledge you can apply in your community.

Join us as we continue Connecting Communities. Aligning Action. Amplifying Impact.

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.

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 BC Economic Summit offers invaluable insights and connections to help you contribute to a prosperous and inclusive economy.

Join us at the BC Economic Summit and be part of the conversation that will shape BC’s future.

Book your stay at the Sheraton Four Points Penticton

Click here for partnership opportunities.

Rates
Registering 3 or more for the BC Economic Summit? Use code GROUP to save 15%
BCEDA Member Full Registration
​Early Bird Registration Before January 15, 2027 - $695.00 + GST
After Janurary 15, 2027 - $750.00 + GST

Non-Member Full Registration
​Early Bird Registration Before January 15, 2027 - $795.00 + GST
After January 15, 2027 - $850.00 + GST

Mayor/Chief or Councillor Full Registration
​Early Bird Registration Before January 15, 2027 - $650.00 + GST
After January 15, 2027  - $700.00 + GST

Trade Show Booth
​Early Bird Registration Before January 15, 2027 - $1875.00 + GST
After January 15, 2027  - $2,000.00 + GST
Includes booth, one Summit registration and one complimentary 2027 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 backdrop 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; however, a great time to staff your booth is during meals and breaks.

Set Up: Mon, May 16th, between 2:00 and 4:00 PM. Take Down: Wed, May 19 at 4:00 PM.


BCEDA Members - One Day Registration
Monday, May 17th $150.00 + GST
Tuesday, May 18th $350.00 + GST
Wednesday, May 19th $350.00 + GST
Thursday, May 20th $215.00 + GST

Non Members - One Day Registration
Monday, May 17th $175.00 + GST
Tuesday, May 18th $400.00 + GST
Wednesday, May 19th $400.00 + GST
Thursday, May 20th $250.00 + GST

Spouse/Partner Pass
(Meals/Social activities only - no sessions)    $275.00 + GST

Economic Development Awards Banquet Only - May 13th      $150.00 + GST

BC Economic Summit Cancellation Policy
Refunds will be made available, less a $50.00 handling fee, for a written application received before March 15th, 2027. Absolutely no refunds or credits will be made AFTER March 15th, 2027. However, a substitute delegate is welcome at no additional charge.


Location:
Penticton Trade and Convention Centre

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