How can British Columbia strengthen its economy while meeting the demands of a changing climate?
\n\nBritish Columbia faces a defining challenge: how to sustain economic growth\, meet rising energy and infrastructure needs\, and remain competitive while responding responsibly to a changing climate.
\n\nEnvironmental responsibility is no longer optional. It is essential to the future of our communities\, economy\, and society. At the same time\, businesses and governments must contend with economic uncertainty\, evolving trade relationships\, growing demand for energy\, infrastructure constraints\, and the need to create jobs\, attract investment\, and improve productivity.
\n\nThis forum will explore how British Columbia can manage these sometimes competing pressures and find practical pathways that support both economic progress and environmental stewardship. Discussions will focus on strategic investments in infrastructure\, energy\, trade\, innovation\, climate adaptation\, and resilience.
\n\nBringing together leaders from government and industry\, the forum will examine how collaboration can unlock responsible investment\, strengthen supply chains\, support business competitiveness\, and position Surrey\, White Rock\, and British Columbia for long-term prosperity in a changing world.
\nThe event also features the presentation of the 19th annual Surrey &\; White Rock Environment &\; Business Awards\, \;recognizing businesses and organizations that are leading the way in environmental responsibility and innovation.
\n LOCATION:Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel 15269 104 Avenue\, Surrey UID:e.749.14356 SEQUENCE:3 DTSTAMP:20260812T211034Z URL:https://business.businessinsurrey.com/events/details/october-2-2026-climate-competitiveness-forum-at-the-surrey-white-rock-environment-business-awards-14356 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR