BEST 2026

Bettering Environment Stewardship & Technology Conference

The BCEIA’s 13th Annual BEST Conference attracted environmental professionals for two and a half days of professional development, technical sessions, networking opportunities, and a sponsor tradeshow. Save the date for 2027 so as to not miss out on the “BEST” opportunity to network with peers and learn about the current state of the environment industry in BC.

For more information, email best@bceia.com.

BEST 2026 Photo Gallery

2026 Keynote Speakers

RICK HANSEN

RICK HANSEN, C.C., O.B.C., is a Canadian icon who has dedicated his life to awakening the world to the potential of people with disabilities. He is best known as the “Man in Motion” for undertaking an epic 26-month, 40,000-km journey around the world in his wheelchair. Rick is also a three-time world champion, nine-time Pan Am gold medallist, and six-time Paralympic medallist. He is the founder of the Rick Hansen Foundation (RHF), an organization committed to inspiring, creating, and delivering innovative solutions that accelerate a global movement to remove barriers to inclusion for people with disabilities. For more than 35 years, RHF has worked to raise awareness, change attitudes, and remove barriers for people with disabilities through programs and initiatives such as its School Program and Accessibility Certification Program, including accessibility training, ratings, and improvement grants.

TRISHA MILTIMORE

TRISHA MILTIMORE is a keynote speaker, leadership strategist, and former radio broadcaster who has spent over 20 years helping professionals step into their voice and lead with greater confidence and clarity. Known for her energy, humour, and practical insight, Trisha speaks across North America on leadership, communication, and Work Life Wellness. She is the creator of the CARE to Lead framework, and her work centers around Contagious Leadership—the idea that how we show up everyday as leaders shapes the energy and culture around us.

BEST 2026 Activities

Wednesday Trail Ride
Organized by Core6 Environmental

Beginning at noon on Wednesday, Core6 has coordinated an Intermediate-level mountain bike ride beginning at noon and ending mid-afternoon with a rehydration and refueling stop in the Mallard lounge. For more information, or to sign up, contact Tom Hudson at Core6 at thudson@core6.ca.

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Friday Golf at Nicklaus North – Sold Out.
Email best@bceia.com to be put on a wait list.
Sponsored by Bureau Veritas

Bureau Veritas has sponsored a non-tournament style golfing event for conference delegates at the beautiful Nicklaus North Golf Course following the Closing Keynote Luncheon on Friday, May 29th.