Lunar New Year
Celebrate the Lunar New Year in grand style at this signature event hosted by the BBOT’s Pacific Gateway Committee. Bringing together over 200 business and community leaders, this banquet is a vibrant multicultural celebration that marks the beginning of the new year.
Guests will enjoy an exquisite nine-course banquet featuring authentic Chinese cuisine, paired with captivating live performances celebrating the rich traditions of the Lunar New Year.
This event is also an exceptional networking opportunity. It offers the chance to connect with leaders from Burnaby’s Asia-Pacific business community and local MPs and MLAs. Strengthen your professional connections while experiencing the cultural significance and joy of the Lunar New Year.
Don’t miss this highly anticipated event — it’s the perfect way to celebrate the start of a prosperous year ahead!
State of the City
One of the largest Burnaby Board of Trade events of the year, the State of the City Luncheon is the official address by the Mayor of Burnaby that provides an update on the outlook, priorities and objectives for the City of Burnaby. Hundreds of businesses and community leaders across Burnaby and Metro Vancouver will join the Mayor, Council and Senior City Staff at this event.
Annual General Meeting
The Burnaby Board of Trade’s Annual General Meeting is a must-attend event for business and community leaders. It offers engaging updates, valuable connections, and exciting announcements.
Learn how the BBOT is working to create a vibrant and inclusive business environment where your business belongs. Hear about the impactful initiatives supporting Burnaby’s economic success and gain insights into the work being done to help businesses like yours thrive.
This event also introduces our newly elected Board of Directors and respected leaders representing the diverse and dynamic Burnaby business community.
Network with peers, celebrate shared achievements and look ahead to the opportunities the coming year will bring. Join us at the Annual General Meeting and connect with the people and programs that make Burnaby the place for business!
Clean Energy Summit
The Clean Energy Summit celebrates Burnaby as a hub for clean energy and showcases groundbreaking technologies, policies, and business practices that shape our sustainable future. The summit aims to spotlight opportunities and foster collaboration to expedite our shift towards a clean, low-carbon economy while focusing on a broad spectrum of topics, including energy production, transportation, and more.
Attendees will span businesses, government, academia, and NGOs. Industry, government, and finance leaders will gather to share trends, investments, and innovations propelling clean energy adoption.
The panels at the Clean Energy Summit cover a wide range of topics, led by some of the best minds in the clean energy business. They include international perspectives and global trends, finance and investments, clean energy exports, renewable hydrogen, future market design, and more!
Golf Tournament
Tee off with the Burnaby Board of Trade at our annual golf tournament at one of the Lower Mainland’s premier golf courses!
Join 150 business owners, professionals, and community leaders for a fantastic day on the greens filled with networking, delicious food, exciting prizes, and charitable fundraising for our partner organization.
With sponsors and activities at every hole and fun contests and giveaways throughout the course, this tournament promises a memorable experience for you and your guests. Whether you’re playing to connect with clients, reward your team, or enjoy a great day of golf, this event is not to be missed.
Gather your colleagues, clients, and friends, and close the summer with us at the BBOT Annual Golf Tournament — a day of fun, connection, and community spirit!
Burnaby Business Excellence Awards
Burnaby’s most prestigious business event of the year! Join hundreds of business leaders from Burnaby and beyond as we come together to celebrate excellence, innovation, and resilience at the Annual Burnaby Business Excellence Awards Gala.
This signature event, presented by the Burnaby Board of Trade and the City of Burnaby, is a highlight of the year. It is a chance to honour the achievements and contributions of our vibrant business community. Ten awards will be presented live during the evening, recognizing outstanding success across a range of categories.
The gala will feature a lively reception, an expertly crafted three-course dinner, and ample opportunities to connect with fellow professionals, community leaders, and colleagues in an elegant setting.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the Burnaby business community’s most anticipated celebration of the year. Reserve your spot today for an unforgettable evening of recognition, connection, and celebration!
Local Government Reception
This event gives attendees the opportunity to engage directly with local elected officials, including the Mayor of Burnaby, provincial Members of the Legislative Assembly, and federal Members of Parliament, in a structured and meaningful setting. Partners can increase their visibility with both the business community and participating elected officials, positioning their organization as a key supporter of Burnaby's economic and civic conversation.
Christmas Luncheon
The favourite event of the year — the BBOT Christmas Luncheon!
If you're looking for an option for your staff holiday party, consider celebrating with us!
At the event, you'll enjoy a delicious holiday buffet at Riverway Clubhouse while enjoying the company of friends, colleagues and fellow BBOT members.
Try your hand at the annual BBOT Gingerbread House Contest and see if your table can claim the trophy!  And watch out for our special guest who will be putting the finishing touches on his "naughty and nice" list!
Please help us support the Burnaby Christmas Bureau by donating a new, unwrapped toy when you attend this event!
Networking Referral Group (NRG)
BBOT’s NRGs are legendary in Burnaby’s business community, always in demand, consistently sold out, and known for bringing together professionals who build strong networks and lasting connections. These events are where the region’s business community comes together to meet, connect, and grow their network of meaningful relationships.
In 2026, BBOT will feature six NRG events, a mix of breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, giving members multiple opportunities throughout the year to engage with the Burnaby business community and expand their professional connections.