PIBC 2026 Annual Conference - Bold Plans. Local Action.
June 2 - 5, 2026
We are excited to be hosting the PIBC 2026 Annual Conference from June 2nd to 5th, 2026 at the Penticton Lakeside Resort and Conference Centre in beautiful Penticton, British Columbia! Watch a welcoming introduction from Penticton's Mayor Julius Bloomfield (below).
This year’s theme — Bold Plans. Local Action. — reflects the evolving landscape of planning in BC and the Yukon, and the urgent need for courageous thinking paired with grounded, community-driven adaptation.
BOLD PLANS ask us to be brave and forward-thinking - to design strategies that challenge convention and reflect long-term, intergenerational thinking.
LOCAL ACTION calls on us to focus on place-based solutions, neighbourhood-level engagement, and the practical realities of making plans work on the ground.
#PIBC2026 Annual Conference Agenda & Program
We are excited to announce that the Agenda and Program for the PIBC 2026 Annual Conference - Bold Plans. Local Action. is now available online!
Register early and join us for...
- 2 engaging and inspiring keynote presentations
- 40+ conference sessions*
- 10+ interactive mobile workshops, local tours & social activities
- Opportunities to network and connect with peers & partners
- PIBC's 2026 Awards Gala, Annual General Meeting and much more!
Click Here for the PIBC 2026 Annual Conference Agenda & Program
*Conference sessions that are part of the virtual program are denoted with an asterisk (*). When viewing the conference program online, you can view all virtual sessions by selecting Filter> Presentation Type> Hybrid/Virtual.
Wednesday Morning Keynote Speaker - Merran Smith, President of New Economy Canada
We are excited to welcome Merran Smith as our #PIBC2026 keynote speaker on Wednesday, June 3rd!
Merran is President of New Economy Canada and an active board member of BC Hydro. Recognized as a fearless advocate and national thought leader in advancing Canada’s clean economy, Merran brings decades of leadership and partnership with industry, government, and civil society to create economic solutions to society’s most pressing challenges.
Merran's career highlights include founding Clean Energy Canada and her leadership in the landmark Great Bear Rainforest agreement. She has won numerous awards for her leadership in the clean economy, including the King Charles III’s Coronation Medal awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to BC.
Thursday Morning Keynote Speaker - Uytae Lee, Founder of 'About Here'
We are excited to have Uytae Lee as our #PIBC2026 keynote speaker on Thursday, June 4th!
Founder of ‘About Here’, a creative studio and YouTube channel dedicated to helping people understand their cities, Uytae produces videos that educate and engage the public on urban planning issues. In addition to his journalistic video work, Uytae is also an adjunct professor at the UBC School of Journalism and a commissioner on the board of BC Housing.
We look forward to Uytae joining us in Penticton!
Early Registration Available Until March 27
Take advantage of early registration savings until Friday, March 27 and join us in Penticton onsite or virtually.
For those who prefer to participate remotely, virtual registration offers flexibility through the online platform which will feature live and recorded plenary & keynote presentations and a selection of regular conference sessions. However you participate, we look forward to you joining us!
Register Early!
Early registration rates end March 27, 2026.
Click here for registration fees and information.
#PIBC2026 Annual Conference Sponsors & Exhibitors
Thank You!
We greatly appreciate the support and generosity of our conference partners in support of our premier annual event - thank you!
Premier TitlE Partner
Gold Partner
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BRONZE Partner
CONFERENCE SUPPORTERS
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Conference Sponsor & Exhibitor Opportunities
Each year we welcome the support of conference partners and exhibitors. Click here for the #PIBC2026 Annual Conference Sponsor Package.
If you are interested in becoming a sponsor and/or exhibitor at this event, please contact Sophie King, PIBC's Manager of Professional Learning, Events & Partnerships, for more information.
