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Friday, March 3, 2023

  • 8:00AM 5:00PM

    Registration Desk Open

    Grand Ballroom Foyer

    The onsite registration desk for the BC Poultry Conference will be open throughout the event to assist attendees with registration and check-in. Our staff will be available to answer any questions and provide information about the conference schedule and activities. Please stop by to pick up your conference materials and badge.

  • 8:00AM 9:00AM

    Breakfast | sponsored by Golden Valley

    Grand Ballroom CD

    Start your day with a delicious breakfast sponsored by Golden Valley, fueling yourself for the day of meetings ahead. This is an excellent opportunity to fuel up for the day ahead and network with fellow attendees. Golden Valley is proud to be a sponsor of this breakfast and looks forward to connecting with attendees.

  • 8:30AM 10:30AM

    BC Egg AGM

    Grand Ballroom AB

    Join the BC Egg Association for their Annual General Meeting. The event will provide an opportunity for members to learn about the current state of the industry, discuss important issues and topics, and make important decisions that shape the future of the BC egg industry. Attendees will hear updates from the association and have the chance to ask questions and provide feedback. This is also an opportunity to network with industry peers and stay informed about the latest developments in the BC egg industry.

    Stay energized during the AGM with a health bar sponsored by Merck Animal Health. The health bar will be available in the AGM room throughout the event and will provide attendees with a selection of nutritious snacks. Merck Animal Health is proud to be a sponsor of this health bar and looks forward to supporting attendees during the AGM.

  • 10:30AM 11:30AM

    Egg Producers’ AGM

    Grand Ballroom AB

    Join the Egg Producers' Association for their Annual General Meeting. The event will provide an opportunity for members to learn about the current state of the industry, discuss important issues and topics, and make important decisions that shape the future of the BC egg industry. Attendees will hear updates from the association and have the chance to ask questions and provide feedback. This is also an opportunity to network with industry peers and stay informed about the latest developments in the BC egg industry.

    Stay energized during the AGM with a health bar sponsored by Merck Animal Health. The health bar will be available in the AGM room throughout the event and will provide attendees with a selection of nutritious snacks. Merck Animal Health is proud to be a sponsor of this health bar and looks forward to supporting attendees during the AGM.

  • 11:00AM 11:30AM

    AM REFRESHMENT BREAK | SPONSORED BY POLLON EXPRESS

    Port Foyer

    Take a break from the AGM and refresh yourself with delicious refreshments provided by our sponsor, Pollon Express. Take the opportunity to network and catch up with industry peers while enjoying delicious refreshments.

  • 11:30AM 12:00PM

    Education Session 1 | sponsored by RBC

    HPAI - Canada’s Experiences in a World- Wide context | Steve Leech, Director of Food Safety and Animal Health, Chicken Farmers of Canada

    Port McNeill

    Join us for a thought-provoking session, sponsored by RBC, with Steve Leech, Director of Food Safety and Animal Health at Chicken Farmers of Canada, as he presents on "HPAI - Canada's Experiences in a World-Wide Context."

    In this session, Steve will share his expertise and insights on how Canada has managed the challenges of HPAI and how our experiences can be applied in a global context. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of collaboration, innovation and best practices in the face of animal health challenges, and how they can be leveraged to drive progress in the industry.

    This session will be of interest to those working in food safety, animal health, and agribusiness, as well as professionals looking to gain a deeper understanding of HPAI and its impact on the industry.

  • 12:00PM 12:30PM

    Education Session 2 | sponsored by RBC

    Consumer and Marketing Trends | Natalie Rumscheidt, Director of Marketing and Nutrition with Egg Farmers of Canada 

    Port McNeill

    Join us for a dynamic session, sponsored by RBC, with Natalie Rumscheidt, Director of Marketing and Nutrition at Egg Farmers of Canada, as she presents on "Consumer and Marketing Trends."

    In this session, Natalie will share her expertise and insights on the latest consumer and marketing trends in the egg industry. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the key drivers shaping consumer behavior and preferences, as well as the latest innovations and marketing strategies being used to meet these evolving needs.

    This session will be of interest to those working in marketing, consumer research, and agribusiness, as well as professionals looking to stay ahead of the curve and stay informed on the latest consumer and marketing trends in the egg industry.

  • 12:30PM 2:00PM

    Why We Need to Talk About Mental Health | Keynote Lunch | co‑sponsored by Jonkman Equipment and Cumberland

    Grand Balllroom ABCD

    Our keynote speaker, Corey Hirsch, Former NHL goaltender, NHL goaltending coach, and Olympic silver Medalist, will deliver a powerful talk where he shares his own personal journey with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and how he was able to get help. Corey's message is that mental health is just as important as physical health and should be approached with openness and understanding, free of judgment or shame. This is a not-to-be-missed event for anyone interested in promoting mental wellness in the workplace and in life. The keynote presentation is co-sponsored by Jonkman Equipment and Cumberland, who are proud to support this important topic and provide valuable insights on mental health for attendees.

  • 2:00PM 4:00PM

    BC Broiler Hatching Egg AGM

    Port Alberni

    Join the BC Broiler Hatching Egg Producers Association for their Annual General Meeting. The event will provide an opportunity for members to learn about the current state of the industry, discuss important issues and topics, and make important decisions that shape the future of the BC broiler hatching egg industry. Attendees will have the chance to ask questions and provide feedback, and also an opportunity to network with industry peers and stay informed about the latest developments in the BC broiler hatching egg industry.

    Stay energized during the AGM with a health bar sponsored by Cobb. The health bar will be available in the AGM room throughout the event and will provide attendees with a selection of nutritious snacks. Cobb is proud to be a sponsor of this health bar and looks forward to supporting attendees during the AGM.

  • 2:00PM 3:00PM

    BC Turkey AGM

    Port McNeill

    Join the BC Turkey Producers Association for their Annual General Meeting. The event will provide an opportunity for members to learn about the current state of the industry, discuss important issues and topics, and make important decisions that shape the future of the BC turkey industry. Attendees will have the chance to ask questions and provide feedback, and also an opportunity to network with industry peers and stay informed about the latest developments in the BC Turkey industry.

    Stay energized during the AGM with a health bar sponsored by Charisons Turkey Hatchery. The health bar will be available in the AGM room throughout the event and will provide attendees with a selection of nutritious snacks. Charisons Turkey Hatchery is proud to be a sponsor of this health bar and looks forward to supporting attendees during the AGM.

  • 2:00PM 2:30PM

    Education Session 1 | Sponsored by Fortis BC

    HPAI - Canada’s Experiences in a World- Wide context | Steve Leech, Director of Food safety and Animal Health, Chicken Farmers of Canada

    Grand Ballroom ABCD

    Join us for a thought-provoking session, sponsored by Fortis BC, with Steve Leech, Director of Food Safety and Animal Health at Chicken Farmers of Canada, as he presents on "HPAI - Canada's Experiences in a World-Wide Context."

    In this session, Steve will share his expertise and insights on how Canada has managed the challenges of HPAI and how our experiences can be applied in a global context. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of collaboration, innovation and best practices in the face of animal health challenges, and how they can be leveraged to drive progress in the industry.

    This session will be of interest to those working in food safety, animal health, and agribusiness, as well as professionals looking to gain a deeper understanding of HPAI and its impact on the industry.

  • 2:30PM 3:00PM

    Education Session 2 | Sponsored by Fortis BC

    Consumer and Marketing Trends | Natalie Rumscheidt, Director of Marketing and Nutrition with Egg Farmers of Canada 

    Grand Ballroom ABCD

    Join us for a dynamic session, sponsored by Fortis BC, with Natalie Rumscheidt, Director of Marketing and Nutrition at Egg Farmers of Canada, as she presents on "Consumer and Marketing Trends."

    In this session, Natalie will share her expertise and insights on the latest consumer and marketing trends in the egg industry. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the key drivers shaping consumer behavior and preferences, as well as the latest innovations and marketing strategies being used to meet these evolving needs.

    This session will be of interest to those working in marketing, consumer research, and agribusiness, as well as professionals looking to stay ahead of the curve and stay informed on the latest consumer and marketing trends in the egg industry.

  • 3:00PM 3:30PM

    PM Refreshment Break | sponsored by Otter Co‑Op

    Grand Ballroom Foyer

    Take a break from the AGM and refresh yourself with delicious refreshments provided by our sponsor, Otter Co-Op. Take the opportunity to network and catch up with industry peers while enjoying delicious refreshments.

     

  • 6:00PM 7:00PM

    Gala Dinner Reception | sponsored by Ritchie Smith Feeds Inc.

    Grand Ballroom CD

    Join us for a gala reception sponsored by Ritchie Smith Feeds Inc. This event provides an opportunity to mingle and network with industry peers in a festive setting, while enjoying delicious food and drinks. Ritchie Smith Feeds Inc. is proud to be a sponsor of this reception and looks forward to connecting with attendees.

    Please note that a Gala Dinner ticket must be purchased to attend the Gala.

  • 7:00PM 10:00PM

    Gala Dinner

    Grand Ballroom AB

    We invite you to attend the gala dinner. The evening will be filled with live music, delicious food, and drinks. This is a not-to-be-missed event for anyone looking for a night of great entertainment and networking opportunities.

    Please note that a separate ticket must be purchased to attend the Gala.

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  • 10:00PM 11:59PM

    Gala Dinner After Party | sponsored by Ritchie Smith Feeds Inc.

    Grand Ballroom CD

    Stick around for a Gala After Party sponsored by Ritchie Smith Feeds Inc. The late evening event will feature a DJ to keep the party going, while attendees enjoy delicious poutine and drinks. Ritchie Smith Feeds Inc. is proud to sponsor this event and looks forward to connecting with attendees and celebrating the end of a successful conference in style.

    Please note that a Gala Dinner ticket must be purchased to attend the Gala.