2026 CALL FOR SPEAKERS NOW OPEN
BUILDEX Vancouver returns to the Vancouver Convention Centre, on February 11 & 12, 2026 where industry peers from architecture, interior design, construction, engineering, property management and homebuilding & renovation will explore key themes, challenges, and critical issues impacting Vancouver’s building and construction industry. Over the course of two days, attendees will interact, learn, and discover the newest innovations from a market in constant transformation through skills building seminars, workshops, panel discussions, and engaging keynotes.
Deadline to submit: September 3, 2025
Creating a diverse program
We are committed to making the design, construction, and real estate industries more diverse, inclusive, and equitable. We ask that our speakers give this their consideration when submitting sessions as we want to ensure representation in all areas (e.g., gender, race, ethnicity, ability, education, expertise, backgrounds, disciplines, industry, etc.) across our seminar program and the show.
What's in it for you?
Key benefits
- An All-Access Pass to BUILDEX Vancouver in February
- Access to the Speaker Ready Room throughout the two-day show
- Complimentary access to the BUILDEX Industry Networking Reception
- Five free seminar passes to share with colleagues, peers or clients to attend your session
Why speak at BUILDEX Vancouver?
- Increase awareness and visibility of your work, projects and expertise.
- Share your expertise and contribute to the professional development of industry colleagues.
- Drive business, exchange ideas, connect with peers in your industry, and network with other professional communities
Conference streams and topics include:
- Accessible & Adaptable Design
- Automation, Artificial Intelligence & Emerging Technologies
- Energy Efficiency, Electrification & Renewable Energy
- Health & Wellness
- Housing Supply & Affordability
- Indigenous Design
- Labour, Talent & Workforce Solutions, and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Legal, Risk Management, Regulation & Code Updates
- Mass Timber, Offsite, Pre-Fabrication & Modular Construction
- Optimizing Building Performance & Net Asset Value
- Permitting, Rezoning & Funding Processes
- Professional & Personal Development
- Project Planning, Procurement, Delivery, Cost Management & Collaboration
- Retrofits & Repurposing of Existing Assets
- Strategy, Leadership & Business Management
- Sustainable, High Performance & Emission-Neutral Buildings
- Urban Space, Urban Design and Community Wellbeing
Submission guidelines:
- Topics will be selected based on market trends and current issues. Preference will be given to speakers who can present new and innovative content to a broad audience.
- Topics must be educational in content, not commercial or advertorial in nature.
- There is no minimum level of title or qualifications for speakers, although most accepted speakers tend to be experienced professionals.
- Panels should have a maximum of 4 speakers and 1 moderator.
- Honoraria, airfare, and accommodations will not be covered for speakers.
- A title and description are required. Limit of 150 words. The title should be clear, concise and capture the essence of the session topic in a few words. The description should be in narrative form and provide a brief yet comprehensive overview. The description is published in the program and is used by attendees in selecting their sessions. It should therefore include current/recent market trends related to your topic, the objectives, learning outcomes, and/or specific skills attendees can expect to gain from attending your session as well as target audience demographics.
Review Criteria & Timeline
Review Criteria
NEW THIS YEAR: Speaker applications will be peer-reviewed by the Program Advisory Committee members based on four key criteria:
- Clarity - ensuring the content is presented in a clear and understandable manner;
- Relevance - assessing the alignment of the session with the show and audience interests;
- Originality - gauging the uniqueness and innovative aspects of the proposed content; and
- Expertise - evaluating whether speakers possess the appropriate professional background, industry experience, and demonstrated knowledge.
Timeline
September 3, 2025 – at 11:59 PM PST – Call for Speakers submission deadline.
September 2025 – All primary contacts to be notified of session status - accepted, rejected or waitlisted.
September 2025 – Attendee registration opens.
October 2025 – Session program is published.
November 2025 – Speakers will be automatically registered for the event.
January 2026 - Speakers receive guest passes for their session(s).
January 11, 2026 – Session changes will be accepted until January 11, 2026.
February 11 – 12, 2026 – BUILDEX Vancouver
Looking to promote a product or service at BUILDEX?
A proven platform for over two decades, BUILDEX Vancouver is the best way to reach qualified decision makers in British Columbia.
For more information on how to promote a product, service, or technology at BUILDEX, contact:
Kat McLaren (Companies A-L + 0-9)
Sales Executive, BUILDEX Events
E-mail: kat.mclaren@informa.com
Aaron Jongerius (Companies M-Z)
Sales Executive, BUILDEX Events
E-mail: aaron.jongerius@informa.com
Contact Us
Please don’t hesitate to reach out directly with any questions relating to submissions, speaking opportunities, or feedback for the program.
Samantha Dutton-Jones
Conference Program Manager
Email: samantha.dutton-jones@informa.com
