Oktoberfest 2026 – Vancouver Chapter CSC Trade Fair

Location:  Italian Cultural Centre
3075 Slocan Street
Vancouver BC, V5M 3E4
Free parking is available on site

Description:

Join us on Thursday, October 22nd, at the Italian Cultural Centre (3075 Slocan Street, Vancouver) for the CSC Oktoberfest Trade Fair! This in-person event provides you opportunity to see the latest technologies & product developments the participating manufacturers will showcase. You will also have opportunity to network with key players of the trade, enjoy delicious bites and cocktails, and attend an AIBC accredited presentation.
This event is open to: Architects, building envelope consultants, engineers, manufactures, specification writers, building design professionals, general contractors, design students, etc.

Registration is required to attend this event.

Agenda:

3:00pm  Venue Opens
Networking with sponsors & colleagues

5:00-6:00pm – AIBC Accredited Presentation:  Construction Law in the Real World: Contracts, Claims, Cash Flow and the New Prompt Payment Regime

Presentation Summary:

Construction projects are becoming more complex, while owners, contractors, consultants and suppliers continue to face increasing pressure on costs, schedules, labour, procurement and cash flow. In this environment, good construction practices and good construction contracts matter more than ever. This practical and interactive presentation will explore the legal and commercial issues that can make or break a construction project, with a focus on what industry professionals can do before and during a project to manage risk and protect their interests.

Learning Objectives:

Key provisions to understand and negotiate, including scope, payment, changes, delay, notice, indemnities, dispute resolution and termination;
-how to identify, document and preserve claims before they become disputes, and common mistakes that can undermine claims management;
-what the Construction Prompt Payment Act will mean for invoicing, payment timelines, notices of non-payment and adjudication, and how businesses can prepare for its implementation.

6:30pm Door Prizes & Wine Draw

7:00pm  Event Ends

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER – Exhibitors

Registration fee for Exhibitors $850

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER – Attendees

Your support of this event is greatly appreciated, we hope you will be part of it!

For more information, please contact Nicole Seger or John Alley:

nicole.seger@thenbs.com / john.alley@guardian.com