Business Conference — Beyond The Future of Workforce | ExpoPlaza 2026
About this Event
In a world where work is transforming at record speed and Canada faces a critical shortage of specialized talent, Beyond the Future of Workforce emerges as the strategic response to an operational gap that can no longer be ignored.This proposal centers on a systemic alignment where Government defines necessary talent pathways, academia modernizes its teaching structures, and HR leaders take command of precision recruitment to fill the vacancies of tomorrow.
Today, Canada requires a forward-looking approach, one capable of adapting to the continuous evolution of the labor market while fostering strategic collaboration between technological innovation and human capital.ExpoPlaza Latina 2026 is the definitive bridge: the space where Latin American potential and Canadian economic needs converge to ignite a machinery of unprecedented opportunities.Redefine Canada's talent infrastructure. Connect with 450+ corporate leaders shaping the "Skills-to-Market" revolution. Join us!
IMPORTANT: SPACE IS LIMITED & REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND.
EVENT OVERVIEW
- Date: September 21, 2026
- Doors Open & Check-In: 9:00 AM
- Main Conference & Expo: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- VIP Networking Reception: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Location: Vancouver Convention Centre (East Building)
- Address: 999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC
- Metrics: 450+ Curated Executive Attendees | 12+ Industry Speakers | 3 Immersive Experience Hubs
THREE EXPERIENCES, ONE FUTURE
1. Future Workforce Stage
(Inspiring Keynotes • Timely Conversations • Actionable Insights)The epicenter of strategic thinking. High-level panels and keynote sessions where government, academic, and corporate leaders define the workforce roadmap for 2026. This is the definitive arena for decoding market signals, migration policies, and macro AI adoption strategies.
2. Action Labs
(Hands-on Experiences • Real Solutions • Future in Action)The interactive space for practical execution. Move instantly from theory to practice through immersive tech simulation workshops. Attendees will actively test, build, and deploy the disruptive AI tools needed to optimize workforce planning and organizational expansion.
3. Networking Hub
(Enterprise Showcase • B2B Matchmaking • The Pitch Stage)The strategic commercial ecosystem. A dynamic hub where businesses promote their innovative services and products directly to over 450 corporate decision-makers. Features our exclusive Pitch Stage, a fast-paced platform designed to share key information, launch scalable ideas, and accelerate B2B partnerships.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
- HR Leaders & Recruitment Specialists
- Government Officials & Diplomatic Delegations
- Academic Institutions & Education Innovators
- Migration & Integration Professionals
- Tech, AI & Regional Innovation Networks
TICKETING STRUCTURE
General Admission: $37 CAD + GST
- Full access to the Plaza Exhibition Area (15+ exhibitors).
- Access to Opening and Closing Keynote Sessions.
- All-day networking opportunities.
Special Panel Admission: $57 CAD + GST
- Includes everything in General Admission.
- Guaranteed seat for ONE specific Panel on the Future Workforce Stage.
Special Action Lab Admission: $67 CAD + GST
- Includes everything in General Admission.
- Access to ONE hands-on Action Lab workshop.
- Official Participant Certificate.
VIP Full Experience: $137 CAD + GST (Best Value)
- Includes everything in General Admission.
- Access to all the panels and Action Labs you want.
- Access to the exclusive VIP Networking Reception (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM with drinks & appetizers).
- VIP Gift Bag.
👥 Group Registrations (5+ Attendees):
Bringing your team? Please fill out our [Group Discount Form] to receive custom pricing for your organization.
AGENDA AT A GLANCE
- 9:00 AM | DOORS OPEN & CHECK-IN
- 10:00 AM | OPENING CEREMONY & WELCOME REMARKS
- 10:30 AM | OPENING SESSION
- 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM | FUTURE WORKFORCE STAGE & ACTION LABS
- Featuring 4 core thematic panels:
- From degrees to trades
- Critical thinking in this era
- Leadership in the Age of AI
- Unlocking Newcomer Capital & Integration
- (Parallel Action Labs running throughout the day).
- 4:30 AM | CLOSING CEREMONY
- 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | VIP NETWORKING RECEPTION
- An exclusive evening engineered specifically for sponsors, speakers, exhibitors, and VIP ticket holders. Enjoy complimentary beverages, premium appetizers, and high-value connection opportunities.
VENUELocated on Vancouver’s breathtaking waterfront, the Vancouver Convention Centre (East Building) is a world-leading event facility and Canada’s premier double LEED Platinum-certified convention center. Offering state-of-the-art infrastructure and incredible views of the harbor, it provides the perfect setting to bridge international potential with Canadian economic opportunity.
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
- Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU)
- Kihada Advertising
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 37.00 to CAD 67.00
