BC Natural Resources Forum

The BC Natural Resources Forum serves as a premier gathering for stakeholders in British Columbia's resource sector, bringing together government officials, industry leaders, and professionals for three days of strategic discussions and networking. The 2018 event features an impressive lineup of speakers including Premier John Horgan, Dr. Daniel Muzyka from The Conference Board of Canada, and key cabinet ministers responsible for forests, energy, mines, and technology portfolios. The forum's program encompasses both broad sector themes and specialized focus areas, with dedicated workshops on natural gas development, mining operations, and impact benefit agreements - critical topics for Indigenous relations and community engagement in resource development. Beyond the formal presentations and panel discussions, attendees can participate in networking opportunities including a formal banquet, providing valuable face-to-face interaction opportunities in BC's resource community. This event represents a significant platform for policy dialogue and industry relationship-building, particularly relevant given the new government's approach to natural resource development and the evolving regulatory landscape in British Columbia. For resource sector professionals, government relations specialists, and Indigenous community leaders, this forum offers essential insights into policy directions and networking opportunities that can shape business strategies and partnerships in BC's resource economy.