Economic Outlook Forum 2026 Presented by Scotiabank
Individuals: $299 + GST
Table of 8: $2,650 + GST
Non-Members:
Individuals: $399 + GST
Table of 8: $3,650 + GST
Program: 8:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Networking Lunch: 12:15 - 1:00 p.m.
Canada’s economy is at a crossroads. From the complexities with our largest trading partner to skyrocketing high costs for businesses, individuals and families, lagging productivity, and a stagnant standard of living, our nation faces mounting challenges and uncertainty.
In response to these challenges, over the past year, the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade advanced an Agenda for Economic Growth. The Agenda is premised and providing actionable solutions to put the economy back on a 3% annual GDP growth path. These insights frame the urgent need for change and highlight the steps required to restore competitiveness and prosperity.
The 2026 Economic Outlook Forum brings together leading economists, industry experts and government leaders to catalyze conversations and build momentum for policies and actions required to power a stronger, more competitive economy.
Keynotes:
Senior Vice-President and Chief Economist
Scotiabank
Moderator
Corporate Director
Minister of Finance
Province of British Columbia
Moderator
President and CEO
Greater Vancouver Board of Trade
President & CEO
CPP Investments
Moderator
Dean
SFU Beedie School of Business
PANEL 1
Executive Perspective
This panel brings together senior leaders across key sectors to share how they are navigating today’s uncertain business landscape while keeping their focus on long term economic prosperity. Join us as these industry executives discuss what it takes to lead with clarity, and how strong business leadership can drive growth, investment, and confidence within the business community and across the province.
Glen Clark
Chair, BC Hydro
James Prescott
Vice President, Global Sourcing & Procurement, Canadian Tire
Moderator
Tyler Orton
Editor-in-Chief, Business in Vancouver & Western Investor
PANEL 2
The Political Economy
This annual panel brings together leading journalists and political commentators to explore how global trade tensions, shifting economic pressures, and competitiveness challenges are influencing political priorities. Panelists will look at how parties and governments are positioning themselves in the year ahead, and where they see opportunities to strengthen productivity, support businesses, and advance long term prosperity. Expect an engaging conversation that connects the headlines to the real economic forces shaping our region’s future.
Nicole Brassard
Vice President - British Columbia, Global Public Affairs
Raj Sihota
Vice President, Strategies 360 - Canada
Additional speakers to be announced
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