BUILD THE NORTH CONFERENCE & AGM
Get Ready For Build The North 2026!
Join us for Northern BC’s premier construction event—the Build the North Conference 2026 in Prince George on April 1-2! This conference brings together construction and related businesses from across the province, focused on building up the industry through education and networking.
This year’s theme is Building Together: Driving Industry Forward at Every Level. Whether you build it, manage it, or negotiate it—we’ve got something for you. This conference brings the entire construction ecosystem together to lead, learn, and build stronger connections.
Whether you’re looking to stay ahead of industry trends or strengthen your business toolkit, this conference is not to be missed. Connect, learn, and grow with professionals across the north and the province.
Ticket Pricing:
- Early Bird Pricing: $299.00 (Member) / $349.00 (Non-Member) – Ends March 13, 2026
- Regular Ticket Pricing: $329.00 (Member) / $399.00 (Non-Member)
Full Conference Tickets Include:
- Full conference attendance
- Access to awards gala dinner on April 2nd
- Access to networking and pre-conference events
- Access to tradeshow with industry professionals
- Meals & refreshments throughout the conference
Groups of 5 individuals or more will receive a 15% discount on ticket purchases. Please contact our team for more information at office@nrca.ca.
Member Pricing: $850.00 | Non-Member Pricing: $950.00
- 8′ x 10′ Pipe and Drape Booth with Table & Linen Provided (Power available upon request)
- 2 Exhibitor Passes
- Includes Attendance to Conference Sessions, Lunch & Networking Events. Gala Tickets Sold Separately.
- Additional Exhibitor Pass – $300.00
- Awards Gala Pass – $89.00
For more information, contact our team at office@nrca.ca.
The 2025 schedule is below. For more information, please contact our team at office@nrca.ca.
Day One
12:00pm – Registration and Tradeshow Opens
1:00pm – Opening Remarks
2:00pm – Common Pitfalls in RFPs: Mistakes to Avoid for Contractors and Owners | Katy Fairley, Industry Practices Consultant with the British Columbia Construction Association
3:00pm – NRCA Annual General Meeting
4:15pm – Break
4:30pm – Opening Keynote | Tim Coldwell, President & CEO of Énska Advisors
- Sponsored by Equity Plumbing and Heating Ltd.
5:30pm – Networking Reception
- Sponsored by CIF Construction Ltd.
6:30pm – Awards Gala Dinner
Day Two
7:30am – Registration and Doors Open
7:45am – Breakfast
- Sponsored by Corestock Industrial Supply Ltd.
8:00am – CCA Economic Insights | Rodrigue Gilbert, President of the Canadian Construction Association
9:00am – Breakout Sessions
10:00am – Break
10:15am – BCCA Updates | Chris Aitchson, President of the British Columbia Construction Assocation
11:00am – Breakout Sessions
12:00pm – Lunch & Tradeshow
- Sponsored by Acera Insurance
1:00pm – Provincial & Federal Political Landscapes, Tariff Impacts | Sajjid Lakhani, Government Relations and Strategy Director with Impact Public Affairs
2:15pm – Closing Keynote | Ross Pambrun, Chief Executive Officer of The Memphis Group
3:15pm – Closing Remarks
Testimonials From Previous Build the North Attendees
Thank you To Our 2026 Sponsorships
If you are interested in being a sponsor, please contact our team at office@nrca.ca.
Title Sponsor
Media Sponsor
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have a question that is not listed below or if you would like clarification, please contact the office.
What is the Build The North Conference?
Build the North is an annual conference presented by the Northern Regional Construction Association that aims to address the biggest issues facing the construction industry in Northern BC. We will deliver education, information and presentations to help you make the best decisions that will impact your business.
Who Should Attend?
All members of the industry will benefit from this conference. Those in attendance will be from construction companies, tendering authorities, consultants, architects, engineers and others roles and organizations engaged in the construction industry.
Why Should I Attend?
You should attend if you are in the construction industry and interested in developing your professional skills and networking with others that are part of the Northern BC construction industry.