2026

BCHA SUMMIT

APRIL 14 - 15

Vancouver Island Conference Centre

Nanaimo, BC

The premier forum for BC’s vibrant hospitality industry.

In 2026, the BCHA Summit comes to Nanaimo, uniting 350+ hotel owners, operators, and industry leaders.

Over two days, the event features an engaging program, a bustling vendor Marketplace, and the prestigious Awards of Excellence gala — the premier forum for learning, networking, and collaboration in BC’s hotel sector.

Experience ideal networking.

The Summit unites hospitality leaders from every corner of the province, offering rare access to peers and partners whose insights, expertise, and relationships help define the future of British Columbia’s and Canada's hotel industry.

Enjoy an innovative program.

With engaging sessions and the celebrated Awards of Excellence, the Summit blends education, recognition, and connection, offering hoteliers the chance to learn from industry leaders, celebrate achievements, and strengthen our collective community.

Travel to an inspiring venue.

In the heart of downtown Nanaimo, the Vancouver Island Conference Centre blends modern spaces with a welcoming coastal atmosphere, creating an inspiring place for hoteliers to gather, share ideas, and build connections.

Interested in sponsorship?

Gain unparalleled exposure to industry leaders and decision-makers. As a sponsor of the BCHA Summit, you'll enjoy exclusive benefits that position your business as a frontrunner in the hospitality sector.

Inquire about exhibiting.

Maximize your reach and connect with potential customers. As an exhibitor at the BCHA Summit, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your latest products and services to a targeted audience of hospitality professionals.

Proudly brought to you by the BCHA.

The BCHA is the advocate for the interests of BC’s diverse accommodation industry. We are the bridge builder for owners and operators to government, the corporate community, and other hospitality organizations. Our goal is to grow your business while elevating the accommodation industry’s impact on the BC economy. We aim to deliver practical, innovative, trustworthy solutions and we will reinvest the value created back to our members.

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Proudly brought to you by the BCHA.

The BCHA is the advocate for the interests of BC’s diverse accommodation industry. We are the bridge builder for owners and operators to government, the corporate community, and other hospitality organizations. Our goal is to grow your business while elevating the accommodation industry’s impact on the BC economy. We aim to deliver practical, innovative, trustworthy solutions and we will reinvest the value created back to our members.
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SUSTAINABILITY CHAMPION

Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.
NOMINATOR INFORMATION
NOMINEE INFORMATION

All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*
CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY
  • Open to any accommodation property in British Columbia.

Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

SUPPORTING MATERIALS

    CULINARY EXCELLENCE

    Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.
    NOMINATOR INFORMATION
    NOMINEE INFORMATION

    All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*
    CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY
    • Must be from an accommodation-operated food and beverage company in British Columbia.

    Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

    SUPPORTING MATERIALS

      LEADER OF THE FUTURE

      Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.
      NOMINATOR INFORMATION
      NOMINEE INFORMATION

      All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*
      CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY
      • Age 35 and under.

      Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

      SUPPORTING MATERIALS

        HOTELIER OF THE YEAR

        Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.
        NOMINATOR INFORMATION
        NOMINEE INFORMATION

        All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*
        CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY
        • Must be a General Manager, Vice President, Regional Vice President or President/Executive Director of a BC-based hotel or hotel group.

        Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

        SUPPORTING MATERIALS

          HOUSEKEEPING EXCELLENCE

          Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.
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          NOMINEE INFORMATION
          I confirm that:*

          Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

          SUPPORTING MATERIALS

            ACCOMMODATION OF THE YEAR

            Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.
            NOMINATOR INFORMATION
            NOMINEE INFORMATION
            All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*

            Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

            SUPPORTING MATERIALS

              Community Contribution award

              NOMINATOR INFORMATION
              NOMINEE INFORMATION
              All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*

              Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

              COMMUNITY IMPACT
              INDUSTRY SUPPORT
              SUPPORTING MATERIALS