2026 UBCM Conference Sponsorship
Motion 36 · Council Meeting, July 29, 2026
Summary
- Council is asked to approve $17,500 to support programming and facility costs for the 2026 Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) Annual Conference, held at the Vancouver Convention Centre September 14–18, 2026.
- Vancouver serves as Host City for the conference, which brings together elected officials and senior staff from municipalities across British Columbia to review resolutions and attend educational sessions on local government topics.
- The UBCM conference is held in Vancouver roughly every two years; it was last hosted here in 2024.
- The $17,500 sponsorship amount has remained consistent since 2005 and covers the welcome reception and related programming; it would be funded from the City's existing 2026 general operating budget for intergovernmental expenses.
- Staff confirm there are no legal implications and the City Manager supports the recommendation.