Economic Outlook Forum: Presented by National Bank
Program: 7:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Networking Lunch: 12:30 - 1:00 p.m.
The Conference Board of Canada
Take a deeper dive into the numbers underpinning B.C.'s economy, by attending the Conference Board of Canada's forecasting event on January 27th, 2017. Find out more and register here.
Politics, Power and Prosperity
January 20th, 2017 is a day that will go down in history as Donald Trump is inaugurated as the 45th President of the United States. With President-elect Trump's talk of dismantling trade agreements, his Presidency will have a strong impact on the national, provincial, and local economy. It's also sure to affect the upcoming B.C. provincial election.
Now is not the time to put our heads in the sand, we must talk about these issues and be prepared for what happens next. Join us at the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade's 28th Annual Economic Outlook Forum where our panels will dive into the issues and help you understand how your business will be impacted by the changes in the political landscape.
Why Attend:
- Update on the economy featuring National Bank's Chief Economist
- Live streaming of the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump followed by a panel discussion on how his presidency will impact your business
- Hear from leading CEOs on how they think changes in the political landscape will impact B.C.'s economy
- Hear from elected officials about their parties' priorities for the May 2017 Provincial Election
Session 1 — 8:00 - 8:55 a.m.
Success by the Numbers: 2017 Economic Outlook
Highlighting what Canadians and British Columbians can expect from their economies in the coming year.
Stéfane Marion, Chief Economist and Strategist, National Bank of Canada and Managing Director, National Bank Financial
Moderator Ken Peacock, Chief Economist and Vice President, Business Council of British Columbia
Live Broadcast — 8:55 - 9:25 a.m.
Inauguration of the 45th President of the United States of America, Washington, D.C.
Session 2 — 9:25 - 10:15 a.m.
The New American President and Canada: Politics of Prosperity
Beginning with the live broadcast of the inauguration of the 45th President, the panel will discuss America's new government and how it will impact our economy and Canada-U.S. relations.
Michael Audain O.C. O.B.C., Chairman, Polygon Homes Ltd.
Graham Clarke, Chairman and CEO, Vancouver International Maritime Centre; Owner, Clarke Group of Companies
Dr. Ira Kalish, Chief Global Economist, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
Kari Yuers, President and CEO, Kryton International Inc.
Moderator Bill Good, Broadcast veteran currently heard daily with a commentary on NEWS 1130
Session 3 — 10:40 - 11:30 a.m.
The Economic Balance Sheet: CEO Perspective of the Year Ahead
Economic forecasts and political promises are one thing, but every executive knows even the best laid plans can hit bumps in the road when it comes to delivering a successful business year. This year's CEO panel puts a decidedly practical spin on how they interpret the economic forecasts and government plans for the economy.
Sue Paish, President and CEO, LifeLabs
Jon Stovell, CEO, Reliance Properties Ltd
Ray Walia, CEO, Launch Academy
Susan Yurkovich, President and CEO, Council of Forest Industries
Moderator Iain Black ICD. D, President and CEO, Greater Vancouver Board of Trade
Session 4 — 11:30 a.m.- 12:20 p.m.
Voting for the Future: British Columbia's 2017 Election
With the next provincial election set for May 9, representatives from the BC Liberals and the BC NDP will outline their plans for British Columbia's economy and future.
The Honourable Shirley Bond, MLA for Prince George-Valemount, Minister of Jobs Tourism and Skills Training Minister Responsible for Labour. Province of British Columbia
Carole James, MLA, Victoria-Beacon Hill, Opposition Critic Finance
Bruce Ralston, MLA, Surrey-Whalley, Opposition Critic Natural Gas Development, Trade, Multiculturalism, Softwood Lumber Agreement, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas Commission
The Honourable Andrew Wilkinson, MLA, Vancouver-Quilchena, Minister of Advanced Education, Province of British Columbia
Moderator Rick Cluff, Host, The Early Edition, CBC Radio
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