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BUILDEX Vancouver
February 11 & 12, 2026
Vancouver Convention Centre WestVancouver
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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.

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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

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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 Event

  • 3:30pm – 4:30pm
    VRCA Board of Directors Mixer

  • 4:30pm – 6:00pm
    BUILDEX Industry Networking Reception

Thu., February 12

  • 11:15am – 12:00pm
    VRCA Connector Lounge Coffee Event

  • 11:15am – 12:15pm
    TIN100 – Speed Networking Thursday

  • 2:00pm – 3:00pm
    VRCA Connector Lounge Afternoon Mixer

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