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Big Picture Conferences are producers of annual conferences and networking events for the Canadian hospitality industry.

BPC owns and operates hotel investment conferences.

10/30/2026

The View from the C-Suite: What Leaders See Next

A candid and engaging conversation at WCLC 2026!

Thank you to moderator Scott Duff and panelists Jeff Hyslop, Ed Khediguian, and Marc Staniloff for sharing their perspectives on investment strategies, market opportunities, and what lies ahead for Canada's hotel industry.

From where leaders are investing to the challenges shaping their decisions, this session offered valuable insights into the future of hospitality.

Thank you to our speakers and attendees for making this discussion a memorable part of WCLC 2026!

10/30/2026

Planting Flags: Inside the West’s Brand Land Grab

As global and regional hotel brands continue to expand across Western Canada, industry leaders explored the opportunities, challenges and key considerations behind choosing the right brand for hotel owners, investors and lenders.

From development and acquisitions to brand strategy and long-term value, this session brought together leading voices to challenge conventional thinking and explore what’s driving the West’s hotel brand landscape.

Moderator: Ryan McRae, SVP of Business Development, Hotel Equities

Speakers:

• Geoffrey Beckett, Canadian Director of Development, BWH Hotels & Resorts

• Duncan Chiu, Vice President, Lodging Development, Western Canada, Marriott International

• Mark Kochhar, Director Development Canada, Western Provinces, Hilton

• Anto Vrdoljak, Director, Franchise Sales & Development – Canada, IHG Hotels & Resorts

Thank you to our moderator and panelists for an insightful discussion!

10/29/2026

Political Risk is Business Risk

An insightful discussion at WCLC 2026 on the growing impact of government decisions, policy, and regulation on Canada's hotel industry.

Thank you to our panelists Tracy Douglas, Paul Hawes, and Beth McMahon for sharing their perspectives on the challenges facing hospitality, the importance of industry advocacy, and the opportunities to strengthen the industry's collective voice.

A great conversation on the policies shaping the future of Canadian hospitality.

10/29/2026

Timing Is Everything: Buy, Build or Wait?

This panel explored the opportunities and challenges of hotel investment, comparing the financial potential, risks and strategic considerations behind buying, building and converting properties.

A big thank you to our moderator, David Ferguson of Coast Hotels, and our speakers Robert Bruins of Oxford Properties Group, Ron Mundi of Mundi Hotel, and Trevor Scott of CFO Capital for sharing their insights and perspectives.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this engaging discussion!

10/29/2026

The Money: Every Layer of Capital Has a Price and an Opinion

A great discussion on hotel financing, capital opportunities and navigating today's lending landscape!

Thank you to moderator Rhonda Holland and panelists Roy Dias, Sameer Mawji, Jiri Rumlena and Winston Shariff for sharing their expertise at WCLC 2026.

10/29/2026

Western Canada’s Road Ahead: An Economic Outlook

Thank you to Bryan Yu of Central 1 Credit Union for sharing his expert insights on the economic trends shaping Western Canada in 2027!

10/29/2026

The Western Canadian Hotel Outlook: Where the West Invests Next

Thank you to Carrie Russell of HVS and Greg Kwong of CBRE Limited for sharing valuable insights on Western Canada's hotel market and investment opportunities.

10/29/2026

The WCLC 2026 Networking Breakfast and Tradeshow is underway!

Attendees are enjoying breakfast, connecting with industry colleagues and exploring the tradeshow at The Westin Bayshore Vancouver before our morning sessions begin.

Our first session, The Western Canadian Hotel Outlook: Where the West Invests Next, kicks off at 9:15 AM, featuring Carrie Russell of HVS and Greg Kwong of CBRE Limited.

📍 Bayshore Grand Ballroom

Stay tuned for an exciting day of industry insights, networking and discussions!

10/29/2026

WCLC 2026 – Opening Reception | Happening Now!

The WCLC 2026 Opening Reception is in full swing.

Industry professionals are coming together at The Westin Bayshore Vancouver for an evening of networking, connecting with colleagues and kicking off this year's Western Canadian Lodging Conference.

📍 Bayshore Grand Ballroom Foyer

We're excited to welcome everyone and look forward to an incredible conference tomorrow.

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10/26/2026

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Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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http://www.bigpictureconferences.ca/

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