BC Construction Industry Report - Projections for 2026 and Beyond
December 11th 2025, 11:30am-1:30pm, Hotel Le Soleil - 567 Hornby St, Vancouver, BC
December 11, 2025 | By John Alley
BC Construction
Industry Report - Projections for 2026 and Beyond
Presented by Jeannine Martin, President VRCA
and Craig
Larkins, Director, Advocacy and Engagement VRCA
The Vancouver Regional Construction
Association (VRCA) represents the industrial, commercial and institutional
construction industry in the Lower Mainland, one of the most dynamic and
forward-thinking industry sectors in British Columbia that drives significant
economic benefit provincially, regionally and locally.
Growth across BC is strong with
construction projects throughout the province, both current and proposed,
driving the economy. The construction industry has a busy year ahead.
In this lunchtime presentation,
VRCA President, Jeannine Martin, will highlight the opportunities and
challenges currently facing the industry, with a forecast for 2026, insight into
the coming years, and how the VRCA is working diligently to support those who
operate in it.
Jeannine
Martin
President,
VRCA
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Jeannine
Martin is the President of the Vancouver Regional Construction Association.
She is a trailblazing leader in the construction industry with over 25 years
of experience.
With
the VRCA representing over 1000 members companies, Jeannine's extensive background in construction and
engineering companies has equipped her with a unique perspective and skills
to drive success for VRCA members and the industry.
Jeannine's impact extends beyond her day-to-day
responsibilities. She has participated in conferences sharing her wealth of
experience and success tools, showcasing resilience, expertise, and offering
invaluable insights to empower others in navigating and thriving in
male-dominated industries. Jeannine Martin is an advocate for women in
construction, and her leadership contributes to the industry's growth and
diversity.
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Craig
Larkins
Director,
Advocacy and Engagement VRCA
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Craig Larkins is the Director of Advocacy and
Engagement at VRCA and directs the organization's strategic communications
and outreach initiatives. His expertise lies in advocacy, media relations,
new media, social networking, and storytelling, which he leverages to engage
stakeholders, media, and the public in promoting the interests of the
construction industry.
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MEETING
DETAILS
DATE: December 11, 2025
TIME: 11:30am to 1:30pm
Lunch served 11:30 am
Introductions and Presentation at 12
noon
Networking and Questions until 1:30
pm
LOCATION: Hotel Le Soleil - 567 Hornby St, Vancouver,
BC
FEE: Member's price $40 per person, Non-Member's
$50 per person
REGISTRATION: Meeting registration is through Karelo from
the link HERE (Limited
Spots Available) Parking is available on site.
Burrard
Skytrain Station is a 3 minute walk away.
