Events
Accessing International Markets Bootcamp – Vancouver
Join Accessing International Markets, provided by the Canadian Trade Commissioner Service on: Monday September 13, 2010 in Vancouver. This one day educational and "bootcamp-style" program will feature expert investors and entrepreneurs from Silicon Valley, Southern California, New York, Denver, Tokyo and Canada - all aligned to help facilitate cross-border growth for Canadian ICT and cleantech companies ready to move to the next stage. More
Market Research workshop – What factors separate success or failure of BC technology products?
September 8, 2010 – The focus of this one–day unique workshop (no comparable content elsewhere) is on the application of various marketing research methods to specific decision areas. it will be a blend of presentations, case studies and panel discussions with lots of time for Q&A and networking. The report (available on the Market Research workshop webpage) is supported by BC Innovation Council, BCTIA, ACETECH, DigiBC and written by Creekstone Consulting Inc.
Seats are available at $275 each ($50 off) before August 31. Register here.
Olympic & Paralympic Suppliers Program
September 14, 2010 –The 2010 Commerce Centre has been formally wrapped up, but the B.C. Ministry of Small Business, Technology & Economic Development is continuing to seek ways to lever the Vancouver 2010 experience. The Ministry is launching an ’Olympic & Paralympic Suppliers Program’, which will assist B.C. businesses win business at global sporting events such as future Olympics, Commonwealth Games, World Cups, PanAm Games, etc. An information session/reception is planned for companies interested in participating in this initiative. Tuesday, September 14, 2010 – 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm – BC Showcase in Robson Square, Vancouver. Mark the date in your calendar. Please keep an eye out for an RSVP Form to follow.
Conference on Source Control, Storm water and Sediment
September 24, 2010 – BCEIA friends are invited to participate in the Conference on Source Control, Storm water and Sediment at the Washington Convention Center, in Seattle. At this year’s conference, speakers will explore the complex relationship between clean water permits and regulations, and the laws and liability schemes that target environmental contamination. Specifically, speakers will focus on Clean Water Act compliance –– NPDES Permits, storm water management and design, liability and sediment cleanup projects. More
RemTech 2010
October 20–22, 2010 – Fairmont Banff Springs Resort. Less than 75 delegate passes remain available for RemTech 2010. Complete details including the agenda are available online. BCEIA will be leading the BC Portion of the Conference Program. Register early – don't be disappointed. More
BC Hydro Power Smart Forum
October 25–27, 2010 – This fall, from BC Hydro will convene its premiere learning and networking event for business customers: the Power Smart Forum. The Forum is one of the largest energy conservation conferences in North America, with programming organized into three streams: Commercial / Institutional; Community/Government; and Industrial. This year's theme is Building the Green Economy, with leading experts and vendors lined up to take part. Registration is now open, attendance is free, but space is limited. Sign up now. Those who sign up by the early–bird deadline of September 24, 2010 will be entered in a draw for a fishing trip for two to Painter's Lodge. More
Mission to China
The Business Development Bank (BDB) is organizing a mission to attend the China International Green Industry Expo 2010 (CIGIE 2010) from Nov. 24 to Nov. 27, 2010, in the Beijing Exhibition Center. Booth space at this event will be free to BDB delegation members, so the competition for the limited number of spaces available is keen. If you are interested in this event please contact the BDB BEFORE August 11th via email at annie.kam@bdc.ca, or by phone 604-666-1070. At that time more information will be available.
Korea Renewable Energy Event
The Consulate General of Republic of Korea is promoting an upcoming business seminar called the Korea–Canada Investment Forum. Keynote speakers have been invited from major companies such as Samsung, Hyundai, and Kia as well as the government officials including the Director General from the Ministry of Knowledge Economy. The focus of the conference is the renewable energy sector, IT, finance/VC, auto–parts manufacturer, aerospace parts, industrial chemicals and related industries. Companies interested in this conference contact daniel.kwak@kotra.ca or 416–368–3399 ext. 204.
Talking DIRTy
The Fresh Outlook Foundation launched its Talking DIRTy x10,000 project in the spring to have 10,000 Okanagan residents watch the documentary DIRT before 10:10pm October 10th, 2010 We’re planning a big community wrap–up party for October 10th, and want to lure some really big name in community sustainability or food security as a speaker. Anyone who might have an in or who would be willing to help us out please contact: jo@freshoutlookfoundation.org
28th Angel Forum in Vancouver
If you are looking for Investors, please note August 15 is the early bird company registration deadline for companies to present and exhibit to pre–screened 50+ private equity investors at the 28th Angel Forum on Oct 19 in Vancouver. For presentation / exhibition details, review our detailed Criteria and submit your Company Profile here. First 20 completed applications by Aug 15 save on final fee. Apply / Register here. Don’t delay: Last time, over 50 companies applied for ~20 spaces. Selection closes when we reach maximum capacity.
BC Water Symposium
The BC Government together with UVIC, UBC Okanagan, UNBC and MITACS (Mathematics of Information Technology and Complex Systems) are hosting a BC Water Symposium on August 30th to September 1st, 2010, in three locations concurrently across the province: Victoria, Kelowna, and Prince George. The objectives of the symposium are to discuss emerging issues pertinent to water science, to develop new collaborative relationships, and to work together to build the foundations for a Water Science Strategy for BC. For more information on the Symposium, to register please visit Here
21st World Energy Congress – Montreal 2010
The 21st World Energy Congress (WEC) will be held in Montreal, from September 12 to 16, 2010. The foremost international multi–energy forum has become a key gathering point for the world’s energy leaders. The WEC will be one of the main international multi–energy meetings in the aftermath of the United Nations Conference on Climate Change in Copenhagen (COP15). Plus, it takes place just two months after the G8/G20, and two months before COP16, in Cancun. For more information visit: wecmontreal2010.ca
15th World Clean Air Congress
September 12–16, 2010 Vancouver: 15th International Union of Air Pollution Prevention and Environmental Protection Associations’(IUAPPA) World Clean Air Congress. Keynote Speaker: Mike Harcourt Former Premier of British Columbia, Former Mayor of Vancouver and Honorary Chair of the International Centre for Sustainable Cities. The 2010 IUAPPA Congress theme is "Achieving Environmental Sustainability in a Resource Hungry World." This Congress will bring together specialists from academia, industry, consulting, environmental advocacy groups, and government from over 35 countries to present innovative ways to improve air quality, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and minimize environmental impacts. The program will examine international, national, and local–scale issues facing both emerging and developed economies. More
7th Annual Future Of Canada’s Infrastructure Summit
The Summit being is held in Toronto on September 14th & 15th, 2010 and integrate social, economic and environmental priorities to develop exceptional 21st century projects. A multidisciplinary panel of experts from around the world, and small and large municipalities across Canada, will present visionary projects and timely analyses on the issues most pressing to you. For a detailed view of the agenda, and to register, visit:
http://www.infrastructurecanada.com
COP 16 Climate Change Solutions Exhibition – November 29 – December 10.
ProMéxico, the international trade and investment promotion agency of the Government of Mexico, is planning to host a commercial event on Climate Change Solutions to be organized in conjunction with the COP16/CMP6 United Nations Climate Change Conference to be held in Cancun, Mexico on November 29 – December 10. This event, the Climate Change Solutions Exhibition, will be held over a period of 3–4 days – for which the exact dates are yet to be determined. The event is one component among the parallel activities that the Mexican government is organizing alongside the COP16/CMP6. The Trade Section at Canada’s Embassy in Mexico plans to attend the event and will provide support to companies interested in exploring the Mexican market. If you have any questions please let me know, or write directly to Mr. Marco Espinosa (marco.espinosa@promexico.gob.mx) at PROMEXICO
Hydrogen + Fuel Cells 2011: International Conference and Exhibition
Date: May 15 – 18, 2011 - Venue: Vancouver Convention Centre
Be sure to join us in beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada for Hydrogen + Fuel Cells 2011: International Conference and Exhibition as we work together to foster Partnerships for Global Energy Solutions. www.hfc2011.com
Environment & Energy Tech 2010
 KOTRA (Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency) will be organizing a business development mission to South Korea from Sep. 1-4, 2010. KOTRA invites participants to the “Environment & Energy 2010 (ENTECH)”. The purpose of this trade mission is to gather together major Canadian and Korean companies and match-make their respective business interests in terms of business development, procurement, and business partnering. (Exhibitor space will be located in BC/Canada Pavilion). Contact Ellen J. Lee, Trade Promotion and Business Development Officer, Korea Trade - Investment Promotion Agency – Vancouver.
RemTech
The Remediation Technologies Symposium 2010 – RemTech 2010 – (October 20 – 22, 2010) – is the premier remediation technology transfer event for environmental professionals, encompassing the latest innovations in soil and groundwater remediation. Offering a larger, more diversified program, with additional keynote speeches and networking sessions, this is an event you won’t want to miss! This year BCEIA will be organizing a British Columbia Stream at RemTech 2010. BCEIA Vice–President Eric Pringle will be recruiting speakers for presentations that focus on issues of particular concern to British Columbia. More.
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