WMABC 14th Annual
Conference & AGM
Conference & AGM
Join us on February 26, 2026
SHERATON GUILDFORD HOTEL, SURREY BC
SHERATON GUILDFORD HOTEL, SURREY BC
WMABC
14th Annual Conference & AGM
14th Annual Conference & AGM
Join us on February 26, 2026
For over 35 years, the Waste Management Association of BC (WMABC) has been an advocate for BC's private sector waste management industry.
This one day conference is packed with industry presentations, learning sessions and important networking opportunities. Attendees & guest speakers include representatives from the private waste sector, Provincial, Regional & Municipal governments, Stewardship agencies, industry suppliers and more.
The conference opens at 7:30 am with Registration & Breakfast, informative morning sessions, networking breaks and lunch, lunch keynote speaker, and AGM followed by our afternoon sessions and reception wrap up.
Don’t forget the 8th Annual WMABC Member Recognition Awards.
We want to recognize and highlight the excellent work being done in our industry.
Nomination criteria & applications can be found here.
Online conference attendance registration is Open
Exhibitor space and Sponsorship Opportunities Available
WMABC AGM
There are five Director Positions Open for Nominations. Please consider putting your name forward for a board position or consider nominating someone that you feel would be a good fit.
Contact Lori Bryan at [email protected] for more information on becoming a director for the 2026/27 term.
This one day conference is packed with industry presentations, learning sessions and important networking opportunities. Attendees & guest speakers include representatives from the private waste sector, Provincial, Regional & Municipal governments, Stewardship agencies, industry suppliers and more.
The conference opens at 7:30 am with Registration & Breakfast, informative morning sessions, networking breaks and lunch, lunch keynote speaker, and AGM followed by our afternoon sessions and reception wrap up.
Don’t forget the 8th Annual WMABC Member Recognition Awards.
We want to recognize and highlight the excellent work being done in our industry.
Nomination criteria & applications can be found here.
Online conference attendance registration is Open
Exhibitor space and Sponsorship Opportunities Available
WMABC AGM
There are five Director Positions Open for Nominations. Please consider putting your name forward for a board position or consider nominating someone that you feel would be a good fit.
Contact Lori Bryan at [email protected] for more information on becoming a director for the 2026/27 term.
Location
Sheraton Guildford Hotel
15269 104 Ave, Surrey, BC
15269 104 Ave, Surrey, BC
Date & Time
February 26, 2026
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Call for Abstracts
Interested parties for the WMABC 14th Annual Conference & AGM are invited to submit presentation abstracts, for consideration.
The draft agenda below provides suggested topics for abstract submissions.
Please submit your abstract no later than December 15, 2025, by completing the Abstract Submission Form below.
The draft agenda below provides suggested topics for abstract submissions.
Please submit your abstract no later than December 15, 2025, by completing the Abstract Submission Form below.
Speakers to be Announced
Challenging times for Processors & End Markets Regional Districts Update
Waste & Recycling Education Supplier Challenges in the face of Tariffs and Industry Development
Leaders & Innovators – Fireside Chat Lunch Keynote
CONFERENCE AGENDA
7:30 am Registration, Breakfast & Networking
8:45 am Welcome & Opening Remarks - sponsored by
WMABC Executive Director - Lori Bryan
WMABC President - Grant Hankins
Conference Opening Introduction
Wes Muir, Veolia - Platinum Sponsor
9:00am - Challenging times for Processors & End Markets - Sponsored by
Focusing on waste processing capacity in and out of the region, it is imperative to build new facilities to accommodate the projected 1.7 million new residents in the next 20 years
10:45 am - Regional Districts Updates - Sponsored by
What are government considering as they plan out their SWMPs, inclusion of economic impacts and potential cost increases?
11:50 am- 5 minute Exhibitor Introductions
12:00 pm Lunch - Sponsored by Velocity Truck Centre
12:30 pm Lunch Keynote Speaker - Sponsored by
8:45 am Welcome & Opening Remarks - sponsored by
WMABC Executive Director - Lori Bryan
WMABC President - Grant Hankins
Conference Opening Introduction
Wes Muir, Veolia - Platinum Sponsor
9:00am - Challenging times for Processors & End Markets - Sponsored by
Focusing on waste processing capacity in and out of the region, it is imperative to build new facilities to accommodate the projected 1.7 million new residents in the next 20 years
10:45 am - Regional Districts Updates - Sponsored by
What are government considering as they plan out their SWMPs, inclusion of economic impacts and potential cost increases?
11:50 am- 5 minute Exhibitor Introductions
12:00 pm Lunch - Sponsored by Velocity Truck Centre
12:30 pm Lunch Keynote Speaker - Sponsored by
1:00pm - WMABC AGM Reports, Board Elections & 8th Annual WMABC Member Recognition Awards - Sponsored by
1:30 pm pm - Waste & Recycling Education - Sponsored by
2:30 pm - Supplier Challenges in the face of Tariffs and Industry Development - Sponsored by
How have tariffs changes effected how we do business with our suppliers, supplier chains and our ability to manage our waste & recycling needs?
3:15 pm - 5 minute Exhibitor Introductions
3:20 pm Afternoon Break - sponsored by
3:30pm - Leaders & Innovators – Fireside Chat - Sponsored by
A frank discussion from waste industry leaders & innovators who have met the challenges and what they see on the horizon.
4:30 pm Conference Wrap Up
4:45 pm - Reception Drink Social & Networking
sponsored by
6:00 pm - Conference Close
1:30 pm pm - Waste & Recycling Education - Sponsored by
2:30 pm - Supplier Challenges in the face of Tariffs and Industry Development - Sponsored by
How have tariffs changes effected how we do business with our suppliers, supplier chains and our ability to manage our waste & recycling needs?
3:15 pm - 5 minute Exhibitor Introductions
3:20 pm Afternoon Break - sponsored by
3:30pm - Leaders & Innovators – Fireside Chat - Sponsored by
A frank discussion from waste industry leaders & innovators who have met the challenges and what they see on the horizon.
4:30 pm Conference Wrap Up
4:45 pm - Reception Drink Social & Networking
sponsored by
6:00 pm - Conference Close
THANK YOU TO OUR
SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS
SPONSORS & EXHIBITORS
We cannot hold a successful event without the generous support of our
sponsors & exhibitors and we are grateful for their continuous support.
sponsors & exhibitors and we are grateful for their continuous support.
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Sponsorship Opportunities are available.
Details on sponsorships can be found on the registration tabs for each option.
Details on sponsorships can be found on the registration tabs for each option.
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Be sure to visit our Exhibitors and learn more about the services they offer.
BOOK YOUR ROOM
Conference Group Guest Room Reservation Rates!
Hotel booking link coming soon!
Hotel booking link coming soon!
NEWS & UPDATES
Watch for conference updates here as we announce confirmed speakers,
exhibitors and more!
exhibitors and more!
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
Posted NOVEMBER 25
Great news!
Our draft agenda has been released and registration is now open for the Annual Conference & AGM, Thursday February 26, 2026
Be sure to register early for this one day conference, packed with informative, industry relevant sessions, engaging speakers and industry exhibitors, including the 8th Annual Member Recognition Awards and WMABC Board elections.
Sponsorship & Exhibitor opportunities are available.
Our draft agenda has been released and registration is now open for the Annual Conference & AGM, Thursday February 26, 2026
Be sure to register early for this one day conference, packed with informative, industry relevant sessions, engaging speakers and industry exhibitors, including the 8th Annual Member Recognition Awards and WMABC Board elections.
Sponsorship & Exhibitor opportunities are available.
SAVE THE DATE!
Posted NOVEMBER 8
We are excited to announce the date of the Annual Conference & AGM is scheduled for Thursday February 26, 2026 at the Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel in Surrey, BC.
Mark your calendars & plan to join us for this great one day conference, packed with informative, industry relevant sessions, engaging speakers and industry exhibitors, Member Recognition Awards and WMABC Board elections.
This Annual Conference gives you access to a wide range of topics, brought to you from local and national industry experts who will present on some of the most relevant and important issues facing our sector.
REGISTRATION OPENS SOON
Mark your calendars & plan to join us for this great one day conference, packed with informative, industry relevant sessions, engaging speakers and industry exhibitors, Member Recognition Awards and WMABC Board elections.
This Annual Conference gives you access to a wide range of topics, brought to you from local and national industry experts who will present on some of the most relevant and important issues facing our sector.
REGISTRATION OPENS SOON
CONFERENCE LOCATION
Guildford Vancouver Sheraton Hotel
15269 104 Ave, Surrey, BC V3R 1N5
15269 104 Ave, Surrey, BC V3R 1N5