BUILD THE NORTH CONFERENCE & AGM
Get Ready For Build The North 2025!
Join us for Northern BC’s premier construction event—the Build the North Conference 2025 in Prince George on April 9-10! 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, What’s In Your Toolkit, will feature diverse presentations focused on strengthening the future of construction through knowledge-sharing. Topics include the latest economic trends, construction law, contracts, and more!
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 sales have concluded for 2025.
Ticket Pricing:
- Full Conference Access Tickets: $329.00 (Member) / $369.00 (Non-Member)
- One-Day Ticket: $164.00 (Member) / $184.00 (Non-Member)
Full Conference Tickets Include:
- Full conference attendance
- Access to awards gala dinner on April 9th
- Access to networking and pre-conference events
- Your choice of two (2) breakout sessions
- Access to tradeshow with industry professionals
- Meals & refreshments throughout the conference
One Day Tickets Include:
- Attendance to your day of choice
- Day 1 Sessions and Awards Gala – Networking Focus
- Day 2 Sessions – Professional Development Focus
- Access to tradeshow with industry professionals
- Meals & refreshments throughout the conference on your selected day
Groups of 6 individuals or more will receive a 15% discount on ticket purchases. Please contact our team for more information 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
Tradeshow Booth Information – SOLD OUT
Member Pricing: $750.00 | Non-Member Pricing: $850.00
- 8′ x 10′ Pipe and Drape Booth with Table & Linen Provided
- 2 Exhibitor Passes
- Includes Attendance to Conference Sessions, Lunch & Networking Events. Gala Tickets Sold Separately.
- Additional Exhibitor Pass – $200.00
- Awards Gala Pass – $89.00
For more information, contact our team at office@nrca.ca.
Click here to download an information sheet on our tradeshow packages.
Testimonials From Previous Build the North Attendees
Thank you To Our 2025 Sponsorships
Please click here to download the 2025 sponsorship guide. If you are interested in being a sponsor, please contact our team at office@nrca.ca.
Title Sponsor
Media Sponsor
Gold Sponsors
Opening Keynote Sponsor
Gala Sponsor
Tradeshow Sponsor
Technology Sponsor
Lunch Sponsor
Lanyard Sponsor
Networking Reception Sponsor
Photography Sponsor
Breakfast Sponsor
Project Awards Sponsor
Awards of Excellence Sponsor
Safety Awards Sponsor
Break Sponsors
Breakout Session Sponsors
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.