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
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
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
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
Our latest report outlines why fostering local production is essential to building a more resilient economy and what it will take to get there.
Read the full report: bit.ly/3STUsbk
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#IndustrialLands #bcpoli #cdnpoli #GVBOT #Vancouver #Report
Our report presents five key recommendations to support local production and attract investment.
B.C. has the potential. Now we need a plan to fully achieve it. (5/5)
#GVBOT #BCpoli #EconomicGrowth #Cdnpoli
Unlocking just 1% more industrial land in B.C. could create more than 126,000 jobs and add $12.2 billion to the provincial economy. (4/5)
#GVBOT #BCpoli #EconomicGrowth #Cdnpoli
From 2019 to 2023, over 5 million sq ft of industrial investment left Metro Vancouver for Calgary.
That’s nearly $500 million in lost GDP and thousands of jobs. (3/5)
#GVBOT #BCpoli #EconomicGrowth #Cdnpoli
B.C. has the potential to lead domestic production and global trade.
But with limited industrial land, outdated rules like the 50-50 regulation, and lengthy permitting timelines, investment is being diverted elsewhere. (2/5)
#GVBOT #BCpoli #EconomicGrowth #Cdnpoli
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
Super @gks.bsky.social was also at the #GVBOT event today and she filed this piece for CP.
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#VWFC
FIFA Vice President Victor Montagliani on grass at BC Place for #FIFA2026
Grass in at quarter 1 of 2026.
Won’t be on top of pallets like the Wrexham match.
Will have hydroponic lights and also an irrigation system.
“I don’t think we’re short on hydroponics in BC.”
#GVBOT
FIFA Vice President and Concacaf President Victor Montagliani at the #GVBOT talking about #VWFC’s win over #InterMiami at BC Place.
“Not only did they win, they taught them a lesson.”
FIFA Vice President and Concacaf President Victor Montagliani at the #GVBOT talking about Canadiana.
“The Prime Minister said, elbows up, I like to say, studs up. You can’t throw your passport out the door.”
#FIFA2026
Vancouver will have a FIFA Museum that will be at Science World from April - September next year.
#FIFA2026
#GVBOT
#FIFA2026 Vancouver host committee lead, Jessie Adcock asked about tickets.
World Cup tickets will go on sale in the fall and there will be a lottery system.
It will be quite limited.
Not all the details have been released.
Fan festival site will be at the PNE.
#GVBOT
The #GVBOT One-Year Countdown #FIFA2026 event is underway.
#VWFC are a supporting partner.
FIFA Vice-President and Concacaf President, Victor Montagliani is a keynote speaker.
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
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
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
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
“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
📢 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)
🚨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)
⚾️ 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
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
A huge thank you to all who attended and our generous sponsors for helping bring this event to life.
#GovGala #GVBOT
Congratulations to Bob Rennie, recipient of the 2025 Rix Award for Community Citizenship!
A champion for mental health, education, and the arts, Bob’s philanthropy continues to shape a stronger, more vibrant Vancouver.
#GovGala #GVBOT
