AGENDA
National Community Benefits Summit
Date: May 30th 2025
Time: 10:00am - 4:30pm
Day 2: Deepen your understanding of Community Benefits Agreements at this national event focused on learning, discussion, and new possibilities. With billions in public procurement from all levels of government, we aim to build a more inclusive, sustainable economy where everyone can contribute.
As infrastructure grows, so do local jobs, business opportunities, and community improvements. This summit will showcase leading practices and strategies shaping Canada’s social, environmental, and economic future.
*The first 100 Guests of the BDA get FREE access to the Summit.
Schedule
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Registration and Light Refreshments
9:30am
Welcome
10:15am
Introducing the Youth Policy Table
10:25am
Panel #1 - Best Practices for Community Benefits Agreements - Infrastructure and Development
10:30am
Panel #2 - Social Procurement Panel - Purchasing with a Local and Social Impact
11:15am
Lunch
12:00pm
Panel #3 - Driving Inclusion in Construction - Supporting underrepresented groups in apprenticeship training and construction sector careers
12:45pm
Bus Tour Instructions
1:20pm
Bus Tour Workshop - Buying with Impact Workshop - Best Practices and Standards for CBAs Tour - Equitable Planning and Transit Oriented Communities Tour - Community Benefits Project
1:30pm
Culminating Activity
4.00pm
Event Ends
4:30pm