BUILDEX spotlight - construction
With BC’s construction sector undergoing rapid transformation, driven by skilled labor shortages, climate resilience requirements, digital transformation, and housing delivery pressures, BUILDEX Vancouver is the essential event for general contractors and trades to stay ahead in a competitive market.
BUILDEX Vancouver, alongside lead professional organization VRCA, is the destination for construction professionals navigating these challenges and shaping the future of the industry.

Your educational credits await!
Earn PMI and BC Housing credits at BUILDEX Vancouver, your opportunity to stay ahead in the industry while gaining valuable professional development.
Advance your industry knowledge
Engage in live demonstrations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities designed to address key industry pain points, from workforce development and project delays, to prompt payment legislation and skilled labour shortages.

Builders’ Bench: Where Politics Meets Construction
The Builders’ Bench live at BUILDEX 2026 brings together key industry voices to discuss BC’s construction challenges, including housing mandates, permitting reform, infrastructure investment, and workforce issues, with candid insights and lively debate.
Speakers:
- Craig Larkins, Director, Advocacy & Engagement, VRCA
- Chris Atchison, President, British Columbia Construction Association
- Louis-Philippe Champagne, Associate Vice-President, Public Affairs & Industry Practices, Canadian Construction Association
- Sajjid Lakhani, Director, Government Relations and Strategy, Impact Public Affairs
- Jeannine Martin, President, VRCA
Source the products, tech, and services to take your projects to the next level
The BUILDEX trade show floor features more than 350 cutting-edge exhibitors showcasing their brand, and a whole neighbourhood dedicated to Construction.
Autodesk – Booth 1403
BC Construction Association – Booth 1344
CANAM – Booth 1211
Sika Canada – Booth 1045
Workforce and Labour Neighbourhood
Make the right connections to drive your practice forward
New this year, BUILDEX is bringing you curated networking events designed to introduce you to like-minded professionals with similar goals and interests, plus prospective clients.
Wed., February 11
7:30am – 9:30am
ICBA CEO Breakfast (by invite only)11:15am – 12:00pm
VRCA Connector Lounge Coffee Event3:30pm – 4:30pm
VRCA Board of Directors Mixer4:30pm – 6:00pm
BUILDEX Industry Networking Reception
Thu., February 12
11:15am – 12:00pm
VRCA Connector Lounge Coffee Event11:15am – 12:15pm
TIN100 – Speed Networking Thursday2:00pm – 3:00pm
VRCA Connector Lounge Afternoon Mixer









