VIB AGM Oct 25, 2025

Date
-
Timezone
PST
Branch
Victoria and Islands-District 3
Location
Oceanfront Suites at Cowichan Bay, 1681 Cowichan Bay Rd, Cowichan Bay, BC V0R 1N0
The VIB Branch Executive is excited to announce that our 2025 Annual General Meeting will take place at Oceanfront Suites at Cowichan Bay on October 25, 2025. This will be an in-person only event.

VIB AGM is now CLOSED for registration!


Download the Agenda: HERE

VIB PD Event: Tour of Cherry Point Estate Wines

Date
-
Timezone
PST
Branch
Victoria and Islands-District 3
Location
840 Cherry Point Rd, Cobble Hill, BC

After the AGM, join the Victoria & Islands Branch for a professional development tour at Cherry Point Estate Wines, one of Vancouver Island’s first licensed wineries. The event will be led by Xavier Bonilla, Proprietor of Cherry Point Estate Wines, who holds an MA in Agricultural Economics from the University of Wisconsin, Madison and has decades of experience in traditional European winemaking.

VAN Branch PD: Hopcott Farms Cranberry Tour, Oct 26

Date
-
Timezone
PST
Branch
Vancouver-District 3
Location
Hopcott Farms, 18385 Old Dewdney Trunk Rd, Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2R9 🚗 Free parking on site

You’ve seen the stunning images of cranberry bogs glowing with thousands of floating berries, now’s your chance to step right into the heart of the harvest! Join the Vancouver Branch for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour at Hopcott Farms, a third-generation family farm in Pitt Meadows.

Introduction to Katzie First Nation History, Culture, & People

Date
-
Timezone
PST
Location
19761 Wharf St • Pitt Meadows BC

From the land to the stories, from drumming to feasting—this is your chance to learn directly from Katzie community leaders and cultural guides in a setting few get to experience.

Kootenay Boundary Branch AGM - Oct 28, 2025

Date
-
Timezone
MST
Branch
Kootenay Boundary-District 1
Location
Location 1: Groundfloor Coworking Space - 131 7th Ave South, Cranbrook BC V1C 2J3, Location 2: Location 2 to: Studio 88 – 402 Victoria Street, Nelson, BC, V1L 4K5

Open to: BCIA KB Branch Registrants

IN-PERSON REGISTRATION CLOSED! You can still register to join online!

Location: This year’s AGM will be offered in a hybrid format with the following options for participation:

FV Branch PD Event: Exploring Agriculture & Research at UFV

Date
-
Timezone
PST
Branch
Fraser Valley-District 2
Location
University of the Fraser Valley, Chilliwack Campus 45190 Caen Ave, Chilliwack, BC V2R 0N3

Join FV Branch for a unique professional development opportunity to explore the University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) in Chilliwack and discover how UFV is shaping the future of agriculture, food systems, and business through innovative teaching and research.

This session will feature faculty members and staff from the Agriculture Department, the Food and Agriculture Institute, and the School of Business. Together, they will share insights on UFV’s integrated approach to education and research, and highlight how interdisciplinary collaboration is helping address real-world challenges in agriculture and food systems.

KAM Branch AGM Nov 12, 2025

Date
-
Timezone
PST
Branch
Kamloops-District 2
Location
Terrace Room at the TRU Conference Centre, 1055 University Dr, Kamloops, BC, V2C0C8

The Kamloops Branch AGM has been booked for November 12, 2025. Taking place at TRU Conference Center.
This is an in-person AGM only.

PR Branch AGM: November 14, 2025

Date
-
Timezone
MST
Branch
Peace River-District 1
Location
Kiwanis Performing Arts Center 10401 10 St, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 3T8,

The PR Branch AGM has been booked for Date: Friday November 14. Taking place at: Kiwanis Performing Arts Center 10401 10 St, Dawson Creek, BC V1G 3T8. This is a Hybrid AGM. Whilst the AGM will be available as a virtual option, the PD portion will be in-person only.


Download the Agenda: TBA
Branch Executive Report: TBA
Download the 2024 AGM Minutes: TBA

Basic Agenda:

VIB PD and Networking Event: Rusted Rake Farm & Brewery Tour

Date
-
Timezone
PST
Branch
Victoria and Islands-District 3
Location
Rusted Rake Brewing, 3106 NW Bay Rd, Nanoose Bay, BC V9P 9E2

Open to: BCIA Registrants & their guests.

Join the Victoria & Islands Branch for an evening of learning, local flavor, and professional networking at Rusted Rake Brewing in Nanoose Bay. This in-person event will begin with a guided tour of the farm and brewery, followed by a relaxed social with appetizers and informal discussion.

Site by Deck Fifty