Program & Speakers

June 1 - 3, 2026

BC Chamber of Commerce, 74th AGM and Conference
Building What Matters: Clarity, Trust, and Partnership in Action
Click to learn more about this separate event taking place prior to CCEBC's conference

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

1:15 - 4:00 p.m. - Site Tour: Ovintiv Tower Gas Plant - hosted by the BC Chamber of Commerce
Join Ovintiv in the heart of world-class, innovative and responsibly produced natural gas operations with an exclusive behind‑the‑scenes tour of the electrified Tower Gas Plant and Water Resource Hub.
1:30 - 4:00pm - Site Tour: BC Hydro Site C - hosted by the BC Chamber of Commerce
Join us for behind-the-scenes access to Site C, BC Hydro's newest dam and generating station, one of the most significant infrastructure projects in the province. Capable of producing enough electricity each year to power the equivalent of half a million homes, Site C represents a major investment in BC's energy future.
1:45 - 4:00 p.m. - Site Tour: Tse'k'wa National Historic Site - hosted by the BC Chamber of Commerce
This guided experience introduces participants to Tse'k'wa, a site of national historic, cultural, and archaeological significance located just north of Fort St. John. This approximately 1.5 hour experience includes a walk along the interpretive trail, exploration of the cave area, and insight into more than 12,000 years of continuous human history connected to the Dane-zaa people.

5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Energetic City Reception - Festival Plaza, 9523 100 St, Fort St John

Hosted by the City of Fort St. John and the Fort St. John and District Chamber of Commerce, the Energetic City Reception welcomes delegates from the BC Chamber of Commerce and the Chamber of Commerce Executives of British Columbia for an evening of connection in the heart of the Peace Region.

Held at Festival Plaza, this reception highlights the vital role Northeast British Columbia plays in supporting provincial growth and prosperity. Our region is foundational to British Columbia’s energy production, resource development, agriculture, and trade. The strength of our industries and communities continues to contribute meaningfully to economic stability and long term opportunity across the province.

The Energetic City Reception offers a relaxed and welcoming setting to build relationships, exchange ideas, and strengthen partnerships between local business leaders and provincial chamber representatives. It is an opportunity to showcase the resilience, innovation, and collaborative leadership that define Northeast British Columbia.

We look forward to welcoming you for an evening that reflects the energy and forward momentum of our region.

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Chances Casino / Pomeroy Hotel Fort St. John

7:30 – 8:15 a.m. Breakfast & Networking

8:15 - 8:45 a.m. Welcome, Introductions & Opening Remarks

8:45 – 10:00 a.m. Revenue Driver Mini Presentations
Format: 20 slides, 20 seconds per slide.

Topics include:

Non-Dues Revenue Generation
Membership Growth
Membership Retention
Unique Events & Program Offerings
Partnerships & Sponsorships
Chambers Plan

10:00 - 10:30 a.m. Sponsor messages, tradeshow & networking break

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Board Governance for Today’s Chambers
Practical governance session with Q&A.

12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Sponsor message Solinas & Associates, tradeshow & networking lunch

1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Building Resilience Panel Chambers Supporting Communities in Crisis
Featuring representatives from Tumbler Ridge, Fraser Valley, Langley, Fort Nelson, and optional virtual contribution from Nova Scotia

2:00 – 2:30 p.m. Sponsor messages, tradeshow & networking break

2:30 – 4:15 p.m. Hot Desk Rotations
Small groups spending 10–15 minutes per topic.

AI for Chambers
Preventing Burnout
Managing Assets
Marketing & Branding
Grant Writing

4:15 - 4:30 p.m. Day 1 wrap up & reflection

4:30 - 5:00 p.m. Tradeshow remains open

6:00 - 7:00 pm. Networking reception with our sponsors

7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Group Dinner & CCEBC Awards

Late night fun Karaoke

Friday, June 5, 2026

Chances Casino / Pomeroy Hotel Fort St. John

7:30 – 8:15 a.m. Breakfast & Networking

8:15 – 8:45 a.m. 2026 Chamber of Commerce Executives of British Columbia - Annual General Meeting

8:45 – 9:45 a.m. Service Agreements with Municipalities
Presenters: Jen Garries, Leanna Kemp and Acacia Pangilinan

Discussion on best practices, expectations, and building strong municipal partnership

9:45 - 10:15 a.m. Networking break

10:15 – 11:15 a.m. Leadership Book Exchange
Be sure to bring along your favourite leadership focused book to swap!

11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m Conference Closing & Wrap Up

Lunch on your own

Saturday, June 6, 2026

Optional Circle Tour

The full-day tour, hosted by the Chetwynd Chamber of Commerce, will showcase the people, places, and projects that shape our region. Travel will be provided on a comfortable coach bus supplied by Standard Bussing.

The Circle Tour route includes:

Fort St. John, travelling along the new Site C reservoir
Hudson’s Hope
Saulteau First Nations Cultural Centre for lunch
Chetwynd, with a live chainsaw carving demonstration
Tumbler Ridge and the UNESCO Global Geopark
Dawson Creek Mile 0
Return to Fort St. John

This tour is designed to tell the Northeast BC story in a meaningful, on-the-ground way, highlighting regional collaboration, Indigenous culture, resource development, tourism, and community pride.

MORE INFORMATION TO COME!

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