INDUSTRY EVENTS
Upcoming leading Industry Events including conferences, summits, symposiums and meetings which provide a platform to showcase successes, share knowledge and network.
The West Kootenay Trade Show showcases 80+ vendors and 3,500+ attendees. It’s a great place for networking, showcasing your product and discovering something new. Takes place at the Castlegar & District Recreation Complex.
TRAILBLAZERS 2025
May 21, 2025 – Castlegar, BC
Women. Business. Connection – Strong Voices, Bold Moves, Real Impact. Women business owners and leaders from Castlegar and surrounding RDCK Areas are invited to come together for an exciting evening to celebrate leadership, courage and connection. Changemakers in traditionally male-dominated industries will gather to share stories, spark inspiration and build meaningful connections. Please register.
WATERFRONT COMMONS SYMPOSIUM
May 24 & 25, 2025 – Slocan, BC
Join in this upcoming Waterfront Commons Symposium. The event is two days of inspiring stories, opportunities to learn and share your vision for the waterfront. With a focus on leveraging Slocan’s strengths, this initiative aims to create a hub that reflects the values and aspirations of the community while offering new opportunities for economic diversity, sustainability, creative housing solutions and year-round job creation.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
June 5, 2025 – Golden, BC
The Tourism Golden Annual General Meeting takes place from 3-5pm. It’s a great opportunity to meet and engage with the board of directors, staff and fellow tourism businesses. Complimentary food and beverages will be served. The AGM takes place at the Golden Skybridge pavilion and will include the following speakers: Richard Porges, DBC President & CEO; Jeremy Denegar, Tourism Golden CAO as well as a Hwy 95 update from the Ministry of Transport. Please RSVP.
KTUNAXA BUSINESS SHOWCASE
October 2-3, 2025 – Cranbrook, BC
The Ktunaxa Business Showcase and Networking Event will take place at the St. Eugene Golf Resort Casino.
KRT Annual General Meeting
October 29, 2025 – Virtual
Save the date for the 2025 Kootenay Rockies Tourism Annual General Meeting which will take place virtually this year.
TIAC TOURISM CONGRESS
November 18-20, 2025 – Gatineau, PQ
Save the date for the 2025 Tourism Industry of Canada Tourism Congress. Takes place at the Hilton Lac-Leamy. This event unites tourism leaders, stakeholders and innovators from across Canada and beyond. Share insights, explore new ideas and celebrate the industry’s resilience and creativity.
2026 BC TOURISM INDUSTRY CONFERENCE
March 4-6, 2026 – Kelowna, BC
Save the date for the 2026 BC Tourism Industry Conference. Planning will begin early fall 2025.