Greater Vancouver Board of Trade
@boardoftrade.bsky.social
Official account of Western Canada's most active business organization. Advocacy, public policy, and 100+ #bcbiz events per year. Founded in 1887. #GVBOT
Meet the finalists of our Business Growth – Operating 3+ Years Business Distinction Award!
Join us on Oct. 30, where we will learn more about the finalists and reveal and celebrate the winners: bit.ly/4lMa4ue
#GVBOT #BusinessDistinctionAwards #Growth #Vancouver
Join us on Oct. 30, where we will learn more about the finalists and reveal and celebrate the winners: bit.ly/4lMa4ue
#GVBOT #BusinessDistinctionAwards #Growth #Vancouver
July 23, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Meet the finalists of our Business Growth – Operating 3+ Years Business Distinction Award!
Join us on Oct. 30, where we will learn more about the finalists and reveal and celebrate the winners: bit.ly/4lMa4ue
#GVBOT #BusinessDistinctionAwards #Growth #Vancouver
Join us on Oct. 30, where we will learn more about the finalists and reveal and celebrate the winners: bit.ly/4lMa4ue
#GVBOT #BusinessDistinctionAwards #Growth #Vancouver
In our latest article, Dr. Paula Burns highlights how economic growth and education go hand in hand.
Read how @langaracollege.bsky.social is preparing students for a thriving future in B.C. as part of the Agenda for Economic Growth – The 3% Challenge: bit.ly/3IdoEMo
#BritishColumbia #GVBOT
Read how @langaracollege.bsky.social is preparing students for a thriving future in B.C. as part of the Agenda for Economic Growth – The 3% Challenge: bit.ly/3IdoEMo
#BritishColumbia #GVBOT
July 22, 2025 at 6:48 PM
In our latest article, Dr. Paula Burns highlights how economic growth and education go hand in hand.
Read how @langaracollege.bsky.social is preparing students for a thriving future in B.C. as part of the Agenda for Economic Growth – The 3% Challenge: bit.ly/3IdoEMo
#BritishColumbia #GVBOT
Read how @langaracollege.bsky.social is preparing students for a thriving future in B.C. as part of the Agenda for Economic Growth – The 3% Challenge: bit.ly/3IdoEMo
#BritishColumbia #GVBOT
When companies grow, so does our society.
Chapter 3 of Why Growth Matters explains how money flows through a business and why this flow benefits everyone.
Read the full chapter: bit.ly/44YhKSK
#AgendaForGrowth #GVBOT #BCEconomy #WhyGrowthMatters
Chapter 3 of Why Growth Matters explains how money flows through a business and why this flow benefits everyone.
Read the full chapter: bit.ly/44YhKSK
#AgendaForGrowth #GVBOT #BCEconomy #WhyGrowthMatters
July 21, 2025 at 4:19 PM
When companies grow, so does our society.
Chapter 3 of Why Growth Matters explains how money flows through a business and why this flow benefits everyone.
Read the full chapter: bit.ly/44YhKSK
#AgendaForGrowth #GVBOT #BCEconomy #WhyGrowthMatters
Chapter 3 of Why Growth Matters explains how money flows through a business and why this flow benefits everyone.
Read the full chapter: bit.ly/44YhKSK
#AgendaForGrowth #GVBOT #BCEconomy #WhyGrowthMatters
Why does growth matter? Because when the economy runs well, everything else does too.
In Chapter 1 of our new series, we break down what the economy actually is, why it matters, and how the private sector fuels prosperity across B.C.: bit.ly/44gDsCG
#EconomicGrowth #GVBOT #WhyGrowthMatter
In Chapter 1 of our new series, we break down what the economy actually is, why it matters, and how the private sector fuels prosperity across B.C.: bit.ly/44gDsCG
#EconomicGrowth #GVBOT #WhyGrowthMatter
July 4, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Why does growth matter? Because when the economy runs well, everything else does too.
In Chapter 1 of our new series, we break down what the economy actually is, why it matters, and how the private sector fuels prosperity across B.C.: bit.ly/44gDsCG
#EconomicGrowth #GVBOT #WhyGrowthMatter
In Chapter 1 of our new series, we break down what the economy actually is, why it matters, and how the private sector fuels prosperity across B.C.: bit.ly/44gDsCG
#EconomicGrowth #GVBOT #WhyGrowthMatter
Despite widespread agreement on the need to diversify trade and strengthen local production, B.C. still lacks a clear path forward.
Without a coordinated industrial strategy supported by available land and investment-ready policies, growth will continue to be pushed beyond our borders. (1/2)
Without a coordinated industrial strategy supported by available land and investment-ready policies, growth will continue to be pushed beyond our borders. (1/2)
June 18, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Despite widespread agreement on the need to diversify trade and strengthen local production, B.C. still lacks a clear path forward.
Without a coordinated industrial strategy supported by available land and investment-ready policies, growth will continue to be pushed beyond our borders. (1/2)
Without a coordinated industrial strategy supported by available land and investment-ready policies, growth will continue to be pushed beyond our borders. (1/2)
New report out: The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has released Building B.C.’s Economy: Fostering More Local Production.
📄 Read here: bit.ly/3ZuGu3n
🧵 A thread (1/5)
#GVBOT #BCpoli #EconomicGrowth #Cdnpoli
📄 Read here: bit.ly/3ZuGu3n
🧵 A thread (1/5)
#GVBOT #BCpoli #EconomicGrowth #Cdnpoli
June 12, 2025 at 4:36 PM
New report out: The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade has released Building B.C.’s Economy: Fostering More Local Production.
📄 Read here: bit.ly/3ZuGu3n
🧵 A thread (1/5)
#GVBOT #BCpoli #EconomicGrowth #Cdnpoli
📄 Read here: bit.ly/3ZuGu3n
🧵 A thread (1/5)
#GVBOT #BCpoli #EconomicGrowth #Cdnpoli
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The @boardoftrade.bsky.social brings together leaders from business, government, & community to help shape a stronger Province. Thank you for inviting me to speak at the Public Leaders Conversation panel on how we’re building climate-ready infrastructure to support communities across B.C.
June 5, 2025 at 10:04 PM
The @boardoftrade.bsky.social brings together leaders from business, government, & community to help shape a stronger Province. Thank you for inviting me to speak at the Public Leaders Conversation panel on how we’re building climate-ready infrastructure to support communities across B.C.
#EidMubarak to all observing Eid al-Adha!
May this time bring you peace, blessings, and joy as you reflect on faith and generosity.
May this time bring you peace, blessings, and joy as you reflect on faith and generosity.
June 6, 2025 at 4:13 PM
#EidMubarak to all observing Eid al-Adha!
May this time bring you peace, blessings, and joy as you reflect on faith and generosity.
May this time bring you peace, blessings, and joy as you reflect on faith and generosity.
This is a step in the right direction to improve the confidence of investors and SMEs.
Canada's regulatory burden has grown 37%, reducing investment by 9% and real GDP by 1.7%.
We need to make it easier to invest, build, and grow in this province. 1/ #bcpoli
Canada's regulatory burden has grown 37%, reducing investment by 9% and real GDP by 1.7%.
We need to make it easier to invest, build, and grow in this province. 1/ #bcpoli
BC is making it easier to do business!
We're launching a comprehensive review to #CutRedTape, streamline processes and create a more business-friendly environment.
Your input will help us modernize regulations & build BC as Canada's economic engine.
Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...
We're launching a comprehensive review to #CutRedTape, streamline processes and create a more business-friendly environment.
Your input will help us modernize regulations & build BC as Canada's economic engine.
Learn more: news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...
June 5, 2025 at 7:35 PM
This is a step in the right direction to improve the confidence of investors and SMEs.
Canada's regulatory burden has grown 37%, reducing investment by 9% and real GDP by 1.7%.
We need to make it easier to invest, build, and grow in this province. 1/ #bcpoli
Canada's regulatory burden has grown 37%, reducing investment by 9% and real GDP by 1.7%.
We need to make it easier to invest, build, and grow in this province. 1/ #bcpoli
Join us for an unforgettable evening at The Stack’s rooftop!
Savour breathtaking views, enjoy light refreshments, and connect with fellow members in a relaxed, open-air setting.
Don’t miss out on this exclusive gathering: bit.ly/43MJf1b
#Networking #GVBOT
Savour breathtaking views, enjoy light refreshments, and connect with fellow members in a relaxed, open-air setting.
Don’t miss out on this exclusive gathering: bit.ly/43MJf1b
#Networking #GVBOT
June 2, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Join us for an unforgettable evening at The Stack’s rooftop!
Savour breathtaking views, enjoy light refreshments, and connect with fellow members in a relaxed, open-air setting.
Don’t miss out on this exclusive gathering: bit.ly/43MJf1b
#Networking #GVBOT
Savour breathtaking views, enjoy light refreshments, and connect with fellow members in a relaxed, open-air setting.
Don’t miss out on this exclusive gathering: bit.ly/43MJf1b
#Networking #GVBOT
Join us for our annual #Reconciliation in Action: Annual Address with Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.
Discover how #Indigenous and non-Indigenous business communities are collaborating to create meaningful, long-term partnerships and advance economic reconciliation.
bit.ly/3Yg9NGb
Discover how #Indigenous and non-Indigenous business communities are collaborating to create meaningful, long-term partnerships and advance economic reconciliation.
bit.ly/3Yg9NGb
May 29, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Join us for our annual #Reconciliation in Action: Annual Address with Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations.
Discover how #Indigenous and non-Indigenous business communities are collaborating to create meaningful, long-term partnerships and advance economic reconciliation.
bit.ly/3Yg9NGb
Discover how #Indigenous and non-Indigenous business communities are collaborating to create meaningful, long-term partnerships and advance economic reconciliation.
bit.ly/3Yg9NGb
Which industries in B.C. are leading in Generative AI adoption?
As part of our Agenda for #EconomicGrowth, #GVBOT is advocating for targeted support to help all industries leverage #AI's transformative power.
bit.ly/4jhSyvZ
As part of our Agenda for #EconomicGrowth, #GVBOT is advocating for targeted support to help all industries leverage #AI's transformative power.
bit.ly/4jhSyvZ
May 28, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Which industries in B.C. are leading in Generative AI adoption?
As part of our Agenda for #EconomicGrowth, #GVBOT is advocating for targeted support to help all industries leverage #AI's transformative power.
bit.ly/4jhSyvZ
As part of our Agenda for #EconomicGrowth, #GVBOT is advocating for targeted support to help all industries leverage #AI's transformative power.
bit.ly/4jhSyvZ
We’re teaming up with the North Vancouver Chamber for a dynamic evening of networking at Capilano University!
An evening of connection and collaboration, and an opportunity to tour Capilano University's expansive 8,000 sq ft film studio.
bit.ly/4m6X0QQ
#Capilano #Networking #Vancouver #GVBOT
An evening of connection and collaboration, and an opportunity to tour Capilano University's expansive 8,000 sq ft film studio.
bit.ly/4m6X0QQ
#Capilano #Networking #Vancouver #GVBOT
May 27, 2025 at 6:08 PM
We’re teaming up with the North Vancouver Chamber for a dynamic evening of networking at Capilano University!
An evening of connection and collaboration, and an opportunity to tour Capilano University's expansive 8,000 sq ft film studio.
bit.ly/4m6X0QQ
#Capilano #Networking #Vancouver #GVBOT
An evening of connection and collaboration, and an opportunity to tour Capilano University's expansive 8,000 sq ft film studio.
bit.ly/4m6X0QQ
#Capilano #Networking #Vancouver #GVBOT
In recognition of #MiningMonth, we’re taking a closer look at B.C.’s mining sector, one of the province’s most impactful economic engines.
With over $41 billion in potential near-term investment and a projected $984 billion in long-term economic activity, and more.
bit.ly/4kaZT1k
#MABC
With over $41 billion in potential near-term investment and a projected $984 billion in long-term economic activity, and more.
bit.ly/4kaZT1k
#MABC
May 26, 2025 at 10:13 PM
In recognition of #MiningMonth, we’re taking a closer look at B.C.’s mining sector, one of the province’s most impactful economic engines.
With over $41 billion in potential near-term investment and a projected $984 billion in long-term economic activity, and more.
bit.ly/4kaZT1k
#MABC
With over $41 billion in potential near-term investment and a projected $984 billion in long-term economic activity, and more.
bit.ly/4kaZT1k
#MABC
68% of B.C. businesses haven't even considered using Generative AI to boost productivity and efficiency.
That’s why GVBOT is spotlighting this gap as part of our push for 3% annual GDP growth in B.C. through our Agenda for Economic Growth.
bit.ly/4jhSyvZ
#AI #EconomicGrowth #GVBOT #AIAdoption
That’s why GVBOT is spotlighting this gap as part of our push for 3% annual GDP growth in B.C. through our Agenda for Economic Growth.
bit.ly/4jhSyvZ
#AI #EconomicGrowth #GVBOT #AIAdoption
May 26, 2025 at 5:18 PM
68% of B.C. businesses haven't even considered using Generative AI to boost productivity and efficiency.
That’s why GVBOT is spotlighting this gap as part of our push for 3% annual GDP growth in B.C. through our Agenda for Economic Growth.
bit.ly/4jhSyvZ
#AI #EconomicGrowth #GVBOT #AIAdoption
That’s why GVBOT is spotlighting this gap as part of our push for 3% annual GDP growth in B.C. through our Agenda for Economic Growth.
bit.ly/4jhSyvZ
#AI #EconomicGrowth #GVBOT #AIAdoption
“Gov’t’s role is to create the environment for businesses to thrive.”
That’s the foundation of our push to grow B.C.’s AI sector. As @bridgitteanderson.bsky.social told BIV News: invest in skills, support adoption & help SMEs scale.
Read more: bit.ly/43GCHlP
#GVBOT #BCTech #BCPoli
That’s the foundation of our push to grow B.C.’s AI sector. As @bridgitteanderson.bsky.social told BIV News: invest in skills, support adoption & help SMEs scale.
Read more: bit.ly/43GCHlP
#GVBOT #BCTech #BCPoli
GVBOT pushes B.C. government on AI strategy ahead of Web Summit
Greater Vancouver Board of Trade sent slate of AI recommendations to B.C. Premier's office, other ministries
bit.ly
May 23, 2025 at 7:40 PM
“Gov’t’s role is to create the environment for businesses to thrive.”
That’s the foundation of our push to grow B.C.’s AI sector. As @bridgitteanderson.bsky.social told BIV News: invest in skills, support adoption & help SMEs scale.
Read more: bit.ly/43GCHlP
#GVBOT #BCTech #BCPoli
That’s the foundation of our push to grow B.C.’s AI sector. As @bridgitteanderson.bsky.social told BIV News: invest in skills, support adoption & help SMEs scale.
Read more: bit.ly/43GCHlP
#GVBOT #BCTech #BCPoli
📢 New Report: Accelerating AI Adoption in B.C.
Our latest report explores how AI can boost productivity, drive innovation, and help close B.C.’s growth gap.
Read the full report: bit.ly/4jhSyvZ
#AI #SMEs #GVBOT (1/3)
Our latest report explores how AI can boost productivity, drive innovation, and help close B.C.’s growth gap.
Read the full report: bit.ly/4jhSyvZ
#AI #SMEs #GVBOT (1/3)
May 21, 2025 at 5:02 PM
📢 New Report: Accelerating AI Adoption in B.C.
Our latest report explores how AI can boost productivity, drive innovation, and help close B.C.’s growth gap.
Read the full report: bit.ly/4jhSyvZ
#AI #SMEs #GVBOT (1/3)
Our latest report explores how AI can boost productivity, drive innovation, and help close B.C.’s growth gap.
Read the full report: bit.ly/4jhSyvZ
#AI #SMEs #GVBOT (1/3)
🚨NEW REPORT🚨
Simplify to Grow: Boosting Business in British Columbia
The latest in our ‘Agenda for Economic Growth: The 3% Challenge’ campaign.
Read the full report: bit.ly/4ddX0dr
#GVBOT #Business #BritishColumbia #BCPoli (1/3)
Simplify to Grow: Boosting Business in British Columbia
The latest in our ‘Agenda for Economic Growth: The 3% Challenge’ campaign.
Read the full report: bit.ly/4ddX0dr
#GVBOT #Business #BritishColumbia #BCPoli (1/3)
May 12, 2025 at 3:44 PM
🚨NEW REPORT🚨
Simplify to Grow: Boosting Business in British Columbia
The latest in our ‘Agenda for Economic Growth: The 3% Challenge’ campaign.
Read the full report: bit.ly/4ddX0dr
#GVBOT #Business #BritishColumbia #BCPoli (1/3)
Simplify to Grow: Boosting Business in British Columbia
The latest in our ‘Agenda for Economic Growth: The 3% Challenge’ campaign.
Read the full report: bit.ly/4ddX0dr
#GVBOT #Business #BritishColumbia #BCPoli (1/3)
Congratulations to Prime Minister @mark-carney.bsky.social on the election results.
Thank you to all the candidates who stepped up to run for office. #CanadaElection2025
Thank you to all the candidates who stepped up to run for office. #CanadaElection2025
April 29, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Congratulations to Prime Minister @mark-carney.bsky.social on the election results.
Thank you to all the candidates who stepped up to run for office. #CanadaElection2025
Thank you to all the candidates who stepped up to run for office. #CanadaElection2025
We stand with the Filipino community and all those affected by the tragedy at Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu Festival. We are grateful to the first responders for their bravery.
April 27, 2025 at 4:50 PM
We stand with the Filipino community and all those affected by the tragedy at Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu Festival. We are grateful to the first responders for their bravery.
⚾️ Join us for networking at a Vancouver Canadians Game
Enjoy great company, a 2-hour all-you-can-eat BBQ, and unbeatable views from the NUTRL Zone at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Don’t miss this chance: bit.ly/425tp0K
#GVBOT #Vancouver #Networking
Enjoy great company, a 2-hour all-you-can-eat BBQ, and unbeatable views from the NUTRL Zone at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Don’t miss this chance: bit.ly/425tp0K
#GVBOT #Vancouver #Networking
April 25, 2025 at 5:13 PM
⚾️ Join us for networking at a Vancouver Canadians Game
Enjoy great company, a 2-hour all-you-can-eat BBQ, and unbeatable views from the NUTRL Zone at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Don’t miss this chance: bit.ly/425tp0K
#GVBOT #Vancouver #Networking
Enjoy great company, a 2-hour all-you-can-eat BBQ, and unbeatable views from the NUTRL Zone at Nat Bailey Stadium.
Don’t miss this chance: bit.ly/425tp0K
#GVBOT #Vancouver #Networking
Join us for an unforgettable evening of connection and conversation at the Vancouver Aquarium After Hours Networking Event.
📅 Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with peers and spark meaningful conversations in a truly unique setting: bit.ly/4c43tr7
#Vancouver #GVBOT #Networking
📅 Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with peers and spark meaningful conversations in a truly unique setting: bit.ly/4c43tr7
#Vancouver #GVBOT #Networking
April 24, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Join us for an unforgettable evening of connection and conversation at the Vancouver Aquarium After Hours Networking Event.
📅 Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with peers and spark meaningful conversations in a truly unique setting: bit.ly/4c43tr7
#Vancouver #GVBOT #Networking
📅 Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with peers and spark meaningful conversations in a truly unique setting: bit.ly/4c43tr7
#Vancouver #GVBOT #Networking
Join us in this unprecedented collaboration between Vancouver and Calgary to shape the future of Canada's natural gas industry.
The event will spotlight the strategic importance of Canadian natural gas and LNG and explore what's needed to compete globally.
Register here: bit.ly/4jaUDdH
The event will spotlight the strategic importance of Canadian natural gas and LNG and explore what's needed to compete globally.
Register here: bit.ly/4jaUDdH
April 23, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Join us in this unprecedented collaboration between Vancouver and Calgary to shape the future of Canada's natural gas industry.
The event will spotlight the strategic importance of Canadian natural gas and LNG and explore what's needed to compete globally.
Register here: bit.ly/4jaUDdH
The event will spotlight the strategic importance of Canadian natural gas and LNG and explore what's needed to compete globally.
Register here: bit.ly/4jaUDdH
📢 Indigenous Relations Training with Indigenous Corporate Training Inc.!
Gain essential knowledge on building relationships, consulting, and working with #Indigenous Peoples in this 3-hour live virtual course—offered at a subsidized rate for members.
Register here: bit.ly/4j5AF3M
Gain essential knowledge on building relationships, consulting, and working with #Indigenous Peoples in this 3-hour live virtual course—offered at a subsidized rate for members.
Register here: bit.ly/4j5AF3M
April 22, 2025 at 8:59 PM
📢 Indigenous Relations Training with Indigenous Corporate Training Inc.!
Gain essential knowledge on building relationships, consulting, and working with #Indigenous Peoples in this 3-hour live virtual course—offered at a subsidized rate for members.
Register here: bit.ly/4j5AF3M
Gain essential knowledge on building relationships, consulting, and working with #Indigenous Peoples in this 3-hour live virtual course—offered at a subsidized rate for members.
Register here: bit.ly/4j5AF3M
Last night, the 37th annual Governors’ Gala and Rix Awards recognized the extraordinary individuals and organization receiving the 2025 Rix Awards and our Inductee into the Council of Governors.
Learn more: bit.ly/3Y3lSym
#GVBOT #GovGala
Learn more: bit.ly/3Y3lSym
#GVBOT #GovGala
April 17, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Last night, the 37th annual Governors’ Gala and Rix Awards recognized the extraordinary individuals and organization receiving the 2025 Rix Awards and our Inductee into the Council of Governors.
Learn more: bit.ly/3Y3lSym
#GVBOT #GovGala
Learn more: bit.ly/3Y3lSym
#GVBOT #GovGala