THE FUTURE
We examine the future through various perspectives. Plenary sessions will cover big picture topics - from AI, to First Nations development, to macroeconomics.
We'll also offer sub-streams, including The Future of Where - built environments, development and planning; and The Future of Value - valuation, investment, and appraisal.
Featured Speakers
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The Evolution of First Nations Partnerships
Mindy Wight, RI
CEO, Nch'ḵay̓ Development Corporation
Mindy Wight is CEO for Nch’ḵay̓ Development Corporation, the wholly owned economic development group of the Squamish Nation, and previously held roles as its CFO and Treasurer of the Board. She provides leadership in strategic decision-making, business planning and financial management for the organization and its subsidiaries with a focus on real estate development.
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Andrew Hungerford
Partner, Hungerford Properties
Andrew is a member of the Gwich’in First Nation and is passionate about promoting the well-being of Indigenous peoples through initiatives in Indigenous economic development. Andrew has over 25 years of experience in real estate investment, management and development and leads Hungerford Properties, a family real estate business with over $1.6B of assets under management and development.
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The Evolution of First Nations Partnerships
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03
The Future of Hospitality Real Estate
Carrie Russell, RI
Managing Director (Canada), HVS
Over the course of her career, Carrie has provided hospitality consulting services including appraisals, feasibility and market studies, including asset management guidance for over 1,000 hotel properties throughout Canada and the United States. She is a regular speaker at several conferences including the Canadian Hotel Investment Conference and the Western Canadian Hotel & Resort Investment Conference.
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Andrew Tong, RI
Managing Director, Integral Strategic Real Estate
Andrew manages a boutique firm specializing in real estate investment, asset & portfolio management, and advisory. He partners with high-net-worth families, institutional investors, and developers across various asset classes, including residential (market and affordable rental, condo, seniors), office, industrial, and retail. Andrew is a former CIO of a $8 billion Canadian pension fundowned real estate development & investment company and Managing Director of a $3 billion Canadian real estate income fund.
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Real Estate Finance and Investment
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05
What's Still Standing
Jada Basi
Principal, CitySpaces Consulting
Jada holds a Master’s in Strategy, Management, and Leadership from Michigan State University. She is a full member of the Canadian Institute of Planners and the Planning Institute of BC, a Certified Management Consultant, and a member of LAI. She previously chaired PIBC’s Communications Committee, served on the BC Business Council’s Next Leaders Steering Committee, and is currently the Co-Chair of the Canadian Institute of Planners National Policy Working Group on Economic Growth and Resiliency.
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President, Dye & Durham Canada
Pablo brings more than 25 years of experience in the legal technology industry, having held progressively senior positions at Thomson Reuters and serving as a strategic advisor to Clio. He has significant expertise in market insights, strategy development, financial and operational management and go-to-market strategy and customer experience.
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Future-Proof Your Business
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07
Cohesive by Design
Graham Carter
Founding Partner, Maven Consulting Ltd.
Graham Carter is an entrepreneurial executive specializing in construction, engineering, technology, and clean energy, distinguished as one of BIV's Top 40 Under 40. At the helm of Maven - a utility engineering and construction consultancy serving utility partners on large-scale infrastructure projects - Carter led the company to #70 on Maclean’s 2019 list of Fastest Growing Companies due to its 5-year growth of 1,339%.
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Private Dinner Event
A Sponsored
October 1, 2025
Atlas Steak + Fish
5:00pm - late
Add this event to your conference pass!
Join us for a powerful evening to join our speakers, Board of Governors, and VIP guests.
Limited seating available.
Includes plated dinner and select wines.
Sponsored by
This event includes a full buyout of Atlas Steak + Fish restaurant, located on in the Delta Burnaby Conference Centre. Due to limited seating, dinner tickets can only be purchased with conference admission.
The Venue
Delta Hotel Burnaby Conference Centre
4331 Dominion St, Burnaby, BC V5G 1C7
The Delta Hotel Burnaby Conference Centre provides a modern and dynamic setting for the BC 2030 conference. Located in the heart of Burnaby, it offers state-of-the-art facilities and an inspiring environment for networking and knowledge sharing.
Conference rates have expired. You can now book through the hotel at best available rates.
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