ENGAGING AND SUPPORTING A DIVERSE WORKFORCE Board of Trade announces Inclusive Business Forum to take place on July 5 2

THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE GREATER BOARD OF TRADE AND ITS MEMBERS | JUNE 2019 | VOLUME 59 / ISSUE 6 | BOARDOFTRADE.COM Business community applauds tax relief from city hall economy | Vancouver council votes in favour of two-per-cent property tax shift from commercial to residential

he Greater Vancouver the important role that business- industrial businesses since 2013. Board of Trade is applaud- es play by creating jobs, paying The 2018 Metro Vancouver Ting Vancouver City Coun- wages to residents, and paying Municipal election survey, cil’s recent decision to approve taxes that provide supports for VoteLocal, found that 37 per cent a two-per-cent shift in property residents,” said Iain Black, Presi- of businesses stated that they taxes from commercial proper- dent and CEO of the Greater Van- were considering leaving our ties to residential properties. couver Board of Trade. region. A Vancouver Economic Council made the decision on “In fact, affordability is top-of- Commission report found that April 30, in an effort to provide mind for many employers in our if just 10 per cent of industrial some relief for the Vancouver region. One of the best ways to businesses leave Vancouver in business owners who employ improve affordability is to grow the next two years, $700 mil- residents from across our entire our economy and ensure that lion in revenues, 6,000 jobs and region. The vote followed advo- our region and city is a place $250 million in wages will go cacy efforts and council presen- where businesses can thrive.” with them. tations by the Greater Vancouver Between 2008 and 2012, when The same survey noted that 80 Board of Trade, Downtown Van- the last tax shift took place in per cent of businesses ranked couver Business Improvement the city, overall business li- increased operational costs, and Association, and others on the cences grew by four per cent property taxes specifically, as impact that rising costs facing or 2,165 businesses. Excluding one of their top concerns. local businesses. short-term rentals — which are As a result of the vote, the tax In the City of Vancouver, com- newly allowed and regulated roll will shift one per cent in 2019 mercial businesses make up only businesses — we have lost 1,356 and 0.5 per cent in both 2020 and seven per cent of total proper- businesses in the City of Vancou- 2021. Businesses that own or are ties and yet they have been ver since 2012. a tenant in an average commer- shouldering 42 per cent of the In other words, while our city’s cial property can expect savings tax burden. For the city’s small population has grown by over of $508 in 2019. businesses, that’s not a sustain- classified as small businesses. “Affordability is the most press- 40,000 since 2012, we have lost Conversely, it’s estimated that able approach. For those business owners, this ing issue facing our community. businesses. By comparison, the the shift will amount to an extra A staggering 98 per cent of all tax shift will have a very mean- But what is often lost in the con- City of Surrey has seen a 12 per $22 in taxes in 2019 for the aver- businesses in Vancouver are ingful impact. versation around affordability is cent increase in commercial and age $900,000 condo. SB

Hockey hot stove A conversation starter A fond farewell Photos from the 32nd annual Governors’ NHL Commissioner Gary Chair Lori Mathison on a new Outgoing President and CEO Banquet and Rix Awards 6 Iain Black reflects on his tenure Bettman joins Canucks cross-country campaign to Meet the winners of the Chairman support Canada’s natural leading the Greater Vancouver 2019 Wendy McDonald for GVBOT panel discussion 2 resource economy 4 Board of Trade 3 Diversity Awards 7

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604-272-8123 · TOLL FREE: 1-877-399-8123 · FAX: 604-233-0202 · LONDONAIR.COM Greater Vancouver Board Of trade | Sounding Board | JUne 2019 2 events and speakers Human resources | A more sports | NHL Commissioner diverse workforce to speak at GVBOT Board of Trade to host Inclusive Business Forum on July 5 Special sold-out ‘Hot Stove’ will kick off NHL Entry Draft Weekend in Vancouver t is widely accepted that workplaces that foster a ancouver will play centre Iculture for inclusion per- stage to the hockey world form better. However, there is Vwhen it hosts the 2019 no one-size-fits-all approach to NHL Entry Draft later this month inclusiveness. on June 21 and 22. On July 5, the Greater Vancou- To help kick off the festivities, ver Board of Trade will host In- NHL Commissioner Gary Bett- clusive Business Forum 2019, a man and half-day event that will explore owner Francesco Aquilini will how employers can effectively participate in a panel discussion engage and support a diverse at the Greater Vancouver Board workforce, while highlighting of Trade on June 21, discussing businesses in our region that are the state of the league, future in- proactively creating a workplace novations in the sport, and cele- culture of inclusion. bration plans for the Canucks’ Gary Bettman The forum will feature three upcoming 50th season. panel discussions with business This special sold-out event will owners and executives focused feature a “Hot Stove” panel dis- and community-minded initia- on three themes: meaningfully The second panel will explore Speakers confirmed so far cussion that will provide insights tives are just a few examples of engaging and training employ- how employers can provide the include representatives from into the upcoming 2019-20 NHL the ways Commissioner Bett- ees with developmental dis- right training, tailored to young Microsoft, Buy Low Foods, Save season and give guests an exclu- man has brought the NHL to a abilities, securing buy-in from adults living with development- on Meats, the University of Vic- sive chance to hear from two of broader audience, through more senior management for diversity al disabilities, to grow our talent toria, and more. the league’s most prominent media platforms, than any time and inclusion strategies, and the while preparing them for mean- In addition, the event will fea- individuals. in league history. implications of changing legisla- ingful careers. ture a keynote address by the Bettman has served the NHL In recognition of his many con- tion on diversity and inclusion. The third and final panel will Honourable Shane Simpson, as Commissioner since February tributions to the game, he was In the first panel, industry discuss how small and medium- B.C.’s Minister of Social De- 1993 and has guided the world’s inducted into the Hockey Hall of leaders will discuss what it sized businesses are making it velopment and Poverty Reduc- top professional hockey league Fame as a member of the Class takes to achieve leadership sup- work and will uncover the tools tion. SB through more than two decades of 2018. SB port for diversity and inclusion and strategies they use to ef- of growth and advancement on strategies, what these strategies fectively engage and support Registration for Inclusive and off the ice. This event is now completely entail, and how to overcome set- a diverse workforce to foster a Business Forum 2019 is now Record revenues, record attend- sold-out. To join the wait-list, backs and roadblocks. workplace culture of inclusion. open at boardoftrade.com/inclusive. ance and numerous fan-friendly visit boardoftrade.com/nhldraft.

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reflections | ‘May the wind be always at your back’

Outgoing CEO Iain Black reflects on his time to get our finances back in felt by businesses. They are go- order, put a new coat of paint ing to need thoughtful and re- leading the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade on the place, and basically spectful leaders guiding them grow the joint and prepare it forward — that’s you, through You need fresh eyes exam- for whatever’s next. To achieve the Greater Vancouver Board By Iain Black ining new strategies, forging this, I needed to gather around of Trade. new directions… and revisiting me committed colleagues who So, as I gently place my kids’ “ ’ve got the best job in town.” some recent decisions (mine, are the very best at what they photos in a box and head for For almost eight years, now!) to ratify they still reflect do, and to help attract to our the door, I urge you to remain Iat over 400 events, I have the fast-changing needs of you, Board of Directors diverse focused, and to remain vigi- shared this sentiment (or some- our Members. business leaders willing to lend lant. Simply, there is so much thing similar) from our podium. their time and talents to make white noise surrounding gov- I’ve meant it every time I’ve said it. Our place in B.C.’s history our region better. ernments’ actions, today, that For over 132 years we have had “Check.” the intent and impact of both The need for new blood a steady, and occasionally pro- Hon. Iain Black regulations and taxation can In August 2011, during my found, impact on B.C.’s land- Ready for tomorrow’s become increasingly blurry. last interview for this role I scape. We rightfully lay claim challenges And as you come to terms was asked about how long I to impacting or driving success Satisfied as I am with what the most attractive business with these challenges being might stay if selected to lead on thousands of topics, includ- we have achieved together, investment climates in North imposed on you — typically the Board of Trade. ing things like an undersea and confident as I am in the America have been under- by those who have never signed I responded quickly. cable between here and Aus- Board’s capacity to fearlessly mined or dismantled. Yes, we the front of a paycheque — sup- “A minimum of three years, tralia (about 100 years ago), tackle whatever lies ahead, I still have much going for us, port your new CEO, here, to and no more than six.” (…So NEXUS cards, the Canada Line, am increasingly concerned and B.C.’s nation-leading eco- lead that charge — as whole- much for that.) and the never-ending quest for about the often opaque way nomic momentum of the past heartedly as you have me. My answer was not random, good old-fashioned “sensible governments at every level 18 years continues in spite of Together you will write the grounded as it was in observa- taxation for businesses.” are infringing on our ability these changes… for now. next fascinating chapter of this tions made during the inter- We continue to have such to drive the economy – either But we know that all cycles storied organization, and in view process, itself. influence with governments, by the increase in constricting come to an end, and the signs doing so help make your con- To explain, in studying this in large part because we ac- regulations or the layers of new are all around us that we best tribution to building this great historic, arguably iconic, or- cept the ongoing challenge of taxes and fees – often dressed prepare for this. Part of bracing province. ganization back in 2011, I trying to be thoughtful and up in name, or mechanics, to for these rough seas, though, I’ve had the best job in town. concluded that it is the type measured, even when the lessen the outcry of those of us involves keeping a respectful Thank you. SB of organization that really re- temptation is great to be more directly impacted. dialogue open with the govern- quires a new CEO at least once, dramatic and combative. Many of the strides made this ments whose decisions of the Hon. Iain Black is President and CEO of the if not twice, each decade. My task in October 2011 was century in making B.C. one of past few years are now being Greater Vancouver Board of Trade.

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MISSION STATEMENT Brampton, Montreal and Halifax ity’s support for the LNG Canada OUR PURPOSE is to support sustainable prosperity throughout the Greater Vancouver region. to spark a coast-to-coast dialogue project, and the second is Terry OUR VISION is to be an active, innovative, trusted, credible business organization, known for influ- on the importance of Canada’s Teegee, member of the Takla encing decision-makers, and educating, connecting with, and engaging our communities. natural resource economy. Lake First Nation and Regional OUR MISSION is to provide leadership, information and connections, and public policy support Known collectively as the Can- Chief for the B.C. Assembly of that help ensure the Greater Vancouver region is competitive and the preferred Pacific Gateway for adian Global Cities Council, our First Nations. trade, commerce, and travel. eight business organizations Lori Mathison The forum will also explore WE ARE informed, respectful, principled, collaborative, and professional. represent 52 per cent of Canada’s some positive examples of In- GDP and more than half of the digenous business ownership, country’s population. Our latest its entirely and to talk to your training and education programs, BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2018-19 campaign was launched around friends, family and colleagues and of industry partnerships with EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE the Federation of Canadian Muni- about the importance of our First Nations communities. Chair Lori Mathison cipalities annual general meeting natural resources sector, which In my role as President and CEO President and CEO in Quebec City. provides more than 1.82 mil- of the Chartered Professional Ac- Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia The new initiative focuses on a lion direct and indirect jobs for countants of British Columbia, I Senior Vice-Chair Kari Yuers “Dear Canada” letter that aims to Canadians. am proud of the work our organ- President and CEO promote conversations at dinner Read our coalition’s full letter at ization is doing to highlight the Kryton International Inc. boardoftrade.com/dearcanada. Vice-Chair Mary Anne Davidson tables across the country on our benefits of a career in account- Corporate Director economy, energy transformation, ing, in particular with Indigenous Vice-Chair and Policy Council Chair Evi Mustel, CMRP and the need to get our natural re- Indigenous Opportunities peoples and communities. Principal sources to international markets. Continuing with the theme of It is imperative that our profes- Mustel Group Secretary-Treasurer Christopher Lythgo “This is a tough conversation, job creation and economic em- sion plays a role in providing in- Regional Director, B.C. & the North but one that needs to happen be- powerment, the Greater Van- formation about the importance BDC Advisory cause we cannot shut down one couver Board of Trade is pleased of business and financial acumen. Finance and Audit Committee Chair Todd Shewfelt main source of our country’s pros- to announce that our ninth an- When Indigenous peoples have Regional Vice-President, Commercial Financial Services, B.C. perity without impacting quality nual Indigenous Opportunities the skills of a professional ac- RBC Royal Bank of life for all Canadians,” reads the Forum will take place later this countant, it is an opportunity for World Trade Centre Committee Chair Robin Dhir letter. “We have an opportunity month, on Friday, June 14. our whole province. There is no President Twin Brook Developments Ltd. to be a leader in both energy in- This year’s forum will focus on question that some of the most Immediate Past Chair Anne Giardini, O.C., Q.C. novation and natural resource how Indigenous leaders, industry impactful economic decisions are Chancellor development. Canada can help leaders, and employers can work being made by Indigenous com- Simon Fraser University meet the world’s growing demand together to create stronger, more munities and related businesses. Member at large Brent Cameron Managing Partner for energy and address global cli- resilient, and more prosperous I hope to see you on June 14 for Boyden mate change at the same time.” First Nations communities across the Board of Trade’s ninth an- Member at large Radha Curpen We are proud to work in col- British Columbia. nual forum as we work together Vancouver Managing Partner Bennett Jones LLP laboration with chambers across During this year’s event, we will to create new opportunities for President and CEO Hon. Iain Black, ICD.D the country, and we support the hear from representatives from Indigenous peoples across British Greater Vancouver Board of Trade call for swift action and national companies such as LNG Can- Columbia. BOARD OF DIRECTORS unity. Canada is, and should in- ada, Teck, and CN on how their To learn more or register, visit Bridgitte Anderson, ICD.D Edelman Vancouver creasingly be, a trusted and pre- companies have invested in the boardoftrade.com/indigenous. SB Rita Andreone, Q.C. Lawson Lundell LLP ferred supplier of low-carbon employment and education of Kim Baird, C.M., O.B.C, ICD.D. Kim Baird Strategic Consulting products to the world. the next generation of Indigenous Lori Mathison is 2018-19 Chair of the Greater Jim Bogusz Corporate Director Colin Bosa Bosa Properties Inc. I would encourage all of our peoples, and the procurement Vancouver Board of Trade. She also serves Barbara Brink, C.M., O.B.C. Applied Strategies readers and Members to re- opportunities which have made as President and CEO of the Chartered Pro- Neal Cormack ISL Engineering and Land Services Ltd. view our Letter to Canadians in those investments possible. fessional Accountants of British Columbia. 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Global BC News Hour Anchor Chris Gailus welcomes guests to the 2019 Governors’ Banquet, which was held at the Parq Vancouver. | matt borck

Anne Giardini, Chancellor of Simon Fraser University, was inducted into the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade’s Council of Governors on Performers from the UBC School of Music entertain May 27, 2019, during the organization’s 32nd annual Governors’ Banquet and Rix Awards. The Council of Governors is comprised of past guests. The performers were chosen in recognition Board of Trade Chairs, a number of whom are pictured above with Giardini (centre). Learn more about the Board of Trade’s Governors at of Rix Award honourees Bob and Lily Lee, who are boardoftrade.com/governors. For a full photo gallery from this year’s gala, visit facebook.com/boardoftrade. | matt borck longtime supporters of UBC. | matt borck

Representatives from Ledcor Group Bill Fox, David Hoff, Jeannette McAffer, and Ron Stevenson are presented with the 2019 Rix Award for Engaged Corporate Citizenship in recognition of the company’s community giving. | matt borck

Esteemed philanthropists Robert and Lily Lee were chosen as the recipients of the Board of Trade President and CEO Iain Black hugs 2018-19 Chair Lori Mathison after a surprise tribute video 2019 Rix Award for Engaged Community Citizenship. Pictured above, Lily is joined was shown on screen. This year’s Governors’ Banquet will be Black’s final gala as CEO before moving on to by son Graham Lee, who accepted the award on behalf of his father. | matt borck the next chapter of his career. Read his farewell column on page 3. | matt borck

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Women’s Leadership Circle celebrates changemakers Entrepreneurial Life, and exceeding expectations with 2019 Wendy McDonald Diversity Awards Innovation in the pension and benefits field. Her personal management Claudia Lane style is to support and mentor ive remarkable men and a hugely successful empire with Trained in Medical Qi Gong, Sjoberg individuals to ensure they reach women were honoured her family business, BC Bearing Caroline offers broad services President/Owner, their potential and find solutions with Wendy McDonald Engineers Ltd., and garnered to help with addiction recovery Pedalheads F that meet or exceed the needs Diversity Awards at a reception more than a dozen prestigious and, on the steering committee of clients. May 23 at the Telus Gardens. awards and accolades — includ- of the Downtown East Side Alley Claudia’s bike, swim and sports The awards recognize the im- ing an induction in the B.C. Hall Health Fair for years, she helped program has expanded to 120 Women to Watch portant roles that gender and of Fame, a YWCA Woman of thousands of people access locations in Canada and the U.S., Lizzy Karp diversity in leadership play in Distinction Award, a Canadian health and wellness services. serving over 55,000 children an- Senior Manager, Dis- ensuring business and organ- Woman Entrepreneur Lifetime An advocate of yoga and animal nually and teaching them life tribution, Experiential izational success. Achievement Award, and mem- therapy, she is an ideas incubator skills to promote confidence and & Engagement, TELUS Named for the late Wendy Mc- bership in the Order of Canada. for helping and healing homeless independence. Donald, a Vancouver business- In honour of her contributions and vulnerable people. With a team culture emphasiz- As a senior manager at TELUS woman respected internationally as a trailblazer for women in ing fun and advancement op- Diversity Champion STORYHIVE, Lizzy supports for her business acumen and B.C.’s business community, the portunity, she hires more than content creators in B.C. and leadership, they are presented Women’s Leadership Circle pre- L. Scott Thomson 1,600 students and part time staff Alberta with production grants by the Board of Trade’s Women’s sents awards each spring in five President and CEO, annually, and “gives back” to the and distribution assistance, par- Leadership Circle. fields of endeavour that exemplify International community through annual bur- ticularly by promoting female In 1990, McDonald made history Wendy’s personal and profession- Inc. saries and grants to disadvan- directors. when she was elected as the first al accomplishments. taged children, promoting an Under her leadership the num- woman to serve as the Board of Below are profiles of this year’s With a long career in business overall corporate commitment ber of female directors has in- Trade’s Chair. During her term, recipients. and corporate finance, Scott has volunteerism. creased, with half of STORYHIVE McDonald helped spearhead sev- also focused on the power of hu- Community Catalyst Outstanding Mentor grants now going to women and eral key public policy initiatives man development to grow busi- or Sponsor half of its community partners that are still touted by the organ- Caroline ness performance. His global being women. ization to this day, including the MacGillivray training program at Finning has Charleen Turner As a board member of Women launch of a federal debt clock and Founder and Executive reinforced a respectful workforce Client Relationship in View, Lizzy also supports an advocacy campaign for faster Director, Beauty Night and countered unconscious bias. Executive, Sun Life women and diversity in Can- border lanes for business, which Society With the Finning board, he pro- Financial adian media and particularly led to the first incarnation of the Caroline’s Beauty Night Society pelled the organization to hire in film and television. SB NEXUS system. has provided life skills to 75,000 and promote women into more A believer in trust and the power Over her career, which spanned vulnerable women and youth for than 30 per cent of positions, of relationships to build busi- more than 50 years, McDonald over 18 years, helping build self reduce systemic bias, and elim- ness, Charleen has focused her Learn more about the awards broke down barriers for women in esteem through makeovers and inate gender-based inequity in career on building strong and and the Women’s Leadership business across Canada. She built other supports. compensation. confident support teams at Sun Circle at boardoftrade.com/wlc.

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