Get ready for the most anticipated event of the year— the BC Trucking Association (BCTA) Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Management Conference at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler!
Friday, May 31 & Saturday, June 1, 2024
Join us for a memorable experience as we gather in Whistler to celebrate achievements, discuss industry trends, and shape the future of trucking in British Columbia. With its breathtaking surroundings and world-class amenities, the Fairmont Chateau Whistler provides the perfect backdrop for this year's event. Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of the conversation! We look forward to welcoming you to our 2024 AGM and Conference in Whistler.
The Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort | 4599 Chateau Boulevard, Whistler, British Columbia
The Fairmont Chateau Whistler Resort is located at the base of Blackcomb Mountain in the heart of Whistler Village. Elegant rooms with spectacular mountain or village views blend with the natural alpine setting.
The resort is renowned for its excellent customer service and facilities. For recreation, the resort features a health centre with an outdoor heated swimming pool, heated lap pool, indoor and outdoor whirlpools, tennis courts, steam rooms, a fitness centre, a weight room, and the Vida Spa. Known for its superior Pacific Northwest cuisine, the resort boasts a wide variety of dining options.
For more information about the resort, visit fairmont.com/whistler.
FRIDAY, MAY 31
2:30 - 3:30 PM ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The AGM features reports on the performance and goals of the Association and the election of BCTA’s next Board of Directors. The meeting portion is open to all members free of charge; your participation is valuable and encouraged.
During the Annual General Meeting, we will recognize and present the BCTA Long Service Member Awards. An open BCTA Board of Directors meeting will follow the AGM. Refreshments will be provided.
4:00 - 5:00 PM BUSINESS SESSION 1
Making Sense of Climate Change: What you need to know about climate change and what’s on the horizon
by Andrew Weaver, Internationally Acclaimed Climate Scientist
Based on his books Keeping Our Cool, which Thomas Homer-Dixon calls "the best single book on our climate crisis and what [Canadians] should do about it," and Generation Us, for which David Suzuki notes “for this clear and easily understandable book, we owe Dr. Weaver a debt of gratitude”, this talk breathes urgent life into the most important discussion of our lifetime. Drawing on his bedrock understanding of climate science, Weaver, engaging and straightforward, shows you what truly is at stake: he frames our current climate within the context of the last 800,000 years; he looks at what the next century holds; and he clarifies public confusion in a frank, authoritative manner. He is unafraid to speak about the policies needed to reduce greenhouse emissions and about the efforts-- especially from the government and citizens-- needed to make them a reality.
Andrew Weaver is one of the world's foremost climate scientists and a leading expert on global warming. Weaver was a lead author in the second, third, fourth, and fifth Assessment Reports with the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change—the group that, with Al Gore, won the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize— and is a Lansdowne Professor at the University of Victoria.
He is the author of the books, Keeping Our Cool and Generation Us; has authored or co-authored over two hundred peer-reviewed studies in climate, earth science, policy, and education journals; and was chief editor of the Journal of Climate from 2005-2009. A recipient of numerous awards, Weaver was named a Guggenheim Fellow; a Fellow of the American Meteorological Society; a Fellow of the American Geophysical Union; a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science; a Fellow of the Canadian Meteorological and Oceanographic Society; a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada; and a Member of the Order of British Columbia.
6:00 - 10:30 PM WELCOME NIGHT RECEPTION & DINNER
Join us for a relaxing evening in the resort ballroom with stunning mountain views as the backdrop. Welcome Night provides the perfect opportunity for networking and unwinding in the company of BCTA members and industry friends. We look forward to reconnecting with you!
SATURDAY, JUNE 1
9:00 - 10:00 AM SATURDAY BREAKFAST
Join us for a leisurely and relaxed start to your day in the resort ballroom for a delicious breakfast buffet.
The BCTA Honourary Life Membership Award will be presented after breakfast.
10:15 - 11:15 AM BUSINESS SESSION 2
Authentic Leadership: How to attract and retain the right people and succeed in your company
by David Irvine, The Leader's Navigator
We know that leadership matters. But leadership isn’t defined by a person’s title, the size of their office, or the letters behind their name. Leaders are defined by their attitude, their actions, and their impact. True, authentic leaders make a difference by being a good person. There’s a difference between a boss and a leader. Bosses might get the job done, but leaders build trust, make the connections, and can attract, retain, and engage the right people.
David Irvine’s presentation promises to be an inspiring and practical session that will focus on how to be a more influential and effective leader in every area of your life. You will learn how to better understand the missing link to attracting and retaining the right people, make accountability inspiring rather than punitive, discover the power of authenticity in leadership, and leave with tools to better yourself so you can be a better leader – in all areas of your life.
David Irvine is a world-renowned speaker, author, and trusted leadership advisor. With more than 40 years of experience as a family therapist, workshop facilitator, lecturer, and adviser to executives, David has dedicated his life to helping leaders at all levels of organizations bring their whole selves to whatever they do. With degrees in human development, science, and social work, David takes a unique approach to leadership development that helps leaders amplify their impact by discovering and deepening their authentic presence.
Thousands of people attend David’s leadership development programs every year. His clients are from public and private to family business and entrepreneurial sectors. David and his team have created the Authentic Leadership Academy, a one-of-a-kind program that creates community and helps leaders achieve new levels of success by living integrated lives.
David is the bestselling author of seven books, with over 300,000 copies sold worldwide, and hosts the podcast The Other Everest. He serves on the board of the Wayfinders Wellness Society, an organization that provides a safe space for military and first responders suffering from PTSD.
11:30 AM- 1:30 PM RECEPTION, LUNCHEON & PRESENTATION
The Conference Luncheon opens with a reception at 11:30 am in the ballroom foyer, with access to the outdoor terrace. A delicious buffet lunch will be provided at 12:00 pm in the ballroom.
We will present the 2024 BC Professional Driver of the Year Award during the luncheon, followed by an informative presentation:
British Columbia Economic Update
by Ken Peacock, Senior Vice President & Chief Economist, Business Council of British Columbia
What lies ahead for British Columbia’s economy? Ken Peacock will review the state of the global economy and the factors impacting economic performance in our country, our province, and the trucking sector. Learn what you need to know about the economic climate for business planning.
In his capacity as Senior Vice President and Chief Economist, Ken contributes to the Council’s work on economic and policy issues of interest to the business community. He is the author of a number of regular Business Council publications dealing with the provincial economy and related policy matters.
Now in its 57th year as the premier business organization in British Columbia, the Business Council of BC is a non-partisan organization made up of over 200 leading companies, post-secondary institutions, and industry associations from across the province’s diversified economy and in every region of BC. BCTA is pleased to be a member.
2:00 - 5:00 PM FREE TIME / OPTIONAL NETWORKING ACTIVITY
The following are offering discounted rates to BCTA conference delegates for the duration of our conference:
Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Club: BCTA conference delegates will receive a 20% discount for bookings during our conference. Use promo code CHATEAU20 when booking. To book (after May 10) and for more information, call 604-938-2092 or visit this link.
Vida Spa, Fairmont Chateau Whistler: BCTA conference delegates will receive a 10% discount for bookings during our conference (not valid on RMT massages, De-Stress treatments or in conjunction with any other offer). To book, call 604-938-2086 and note you are with the BC Trucking Association conference group. For more information, visit this link.
6:00 - 11:30 PM RECEPTION AND BANQUET
The reception opens at 6:00 pm in the ballroom foyer and terrace. The banquet begins at 7:00 pm. Get ready to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature at this year's banquet, themed "The Four Seasons." Our theme celebrates the ever-changing wonders of nature, offering attendees an opportunity to embrace their favourite season in style! Attendees are welcome to choose to dress in attire that reflects their chosen season (please note that theme-inspired attire is very welcome but not required).
We will also present the BCTA Service to the Industry award during the Banquet. Once dinner is done, it will be time for dancing to close out our conference for another year!
