

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 25th Annual - CCO Conference 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri, 06 Feb, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: 1.5-day construction conference for Consultants, Contractors and Public Owners hosted by the Southern Interior Construction AssociationAbout this EventJoin Us for SICA’s 25th Annual CCO ConferenceHosted by the Southern Interior Construction Association, the CCO Conference is a 1.5-day event bringing together Contractors, Consultants, and Owners from across the Southern Interior construction industry.Now celebrating its 25th year, the CCO Conference is dedicated to fostering open, transparent dialogue between all parties involved in construction projects. By understanding each other’s challenges and perspectives, we can build stronger partnerships and create more efficient, collaborative project outcomes.This year’s conference will feature expert-led sessions that dive into the industry’s most pressing challenges and emerging opportunities. From innovative technologies and project delivery methods to updates shaping how we design and build for the future, attendees will gain actionable insights and practical tools to elevate their work in a rapidly evolving industry.Let’s come together to build the future better, smarter, and stronger.Continued Professional Development Credits:AIBC LU’s: 6.5 (3.5 Non-Core LU’s &amp; 3 Core LU’s)Gold Seal Credits: 2 BC Housing CPD Points: 6 About SICAThe Southern Interior Construction Association (SICA) is a non-profit organization representing over 400 member companies across the Okanagan and Southern Interior of British Columbia. We connect and empower the construction community through education, advocacy, networking, and workforce development.From training programs and safety courses to industry events and tendering resources, SICA helps build stronger businesses and stronger communities. Together, we’re shaping the future of construction in the Southern Interior. View the full agenda here.**BECOME A SPONSOR OR EXHIBITOR - CLICK HERE TO BROWSE OPTIONS*Thursday, Feb 5th?: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMAdd On Workshop: RFP Boot Camp for OwnersHost: Katy Fairley | BCCA/Fairley StrategiesInfo: Free for Public Owners
This in person “Owners Only” session equips public-sector owners, evaluators, and procurement teams with the tools needed to run fair, transparent, and defensible RFP processes. Tailored for government agencies, project managers, procurement professionals, and consultants who support owners, this workshop distills what matters most in evaluation, documentation, and post-award communication.
Participants learn how to recognize and mitigate evaluator bias, strengthen alignment between RFP instructions and scoring, and ensure procurement decisions can be clearly justified and confidently communicated to the market.?: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PMAdd On Workshop: LunchInfo: Open to all Public Owners attending the "RFP Boot Camp for Owners" Session and all Contractors and Consultants attending the "Winning RFPs – Strategies &amp; Insights for Contractors" * Must be registered for either Add-On Workshop?: 01:30 PM - 04:30 PMAdd On Workshop: Winning RFPs – Strategies &amp; Insights for ContractorsHost: Katy Fairley | BCCA/Fairley StrategiesInfo: Add-On Pricing: $99 (members - contact SICA for your discount code) | $199 (non-members) 
Attendees must purchase the Add-On at check out or by contacting  training@sicabc.ca. This practical, high-impact workshop gives construction teams a clear advantage in today’s increasingly competitive RFP landscape. Designed for general contractors, construction managers, trade contractors, consultants, and proposal teams, this session breaks down how owners actually evaluate proposals - and what truly moves scores.
Participants learn how to strengthen clarity, compliance, and persuasiveness in proposals, avoid common pitfalls, and build internal consistency in pursuit strategies. Through real examples, evaluator psychology, and hands-on exercises using local RFPs, attendees leave with actionable tools to increase win rates and improve pursuit decision-making. ?: 05:00 PM - 07:00 PMPre-Conference Welcome ReceptionInfo: Come down to the Delta Conference Centre and enjoy a welcome cocktail and networking session. This is open to all Conference Ticket holders and Exhibitors/Sponsors. Friday, Feb 6th?: 07:00 AM - 06:00 PMExhibitor Trade Show?: 07:45 AM - 08:00 AMWelcome AddressHost: Clifford Kshyk | CEO of SICA?: 08:00 AM - 08:50 AMSession 1: Keynote Address Host: Linda Edgecombe | Author and PhilanthropistInfo: Linda is an award-winning humorist speaker, bestselling author, and global trainer who has spent more than three decades inspiring audiences with her refreshing, no-BS approach to personal and professional growth. A proud mom, wife, and new grandma, she brings a perfect mix of humour, heart, and honesty to every stage, helping people shift their mindset, build momentum, and rediscover joy in their work and lives. As the co-founder of HER International, she has also spent 16 years supporting efforts to rescue and educate girls affected by human trafficking. Known for energizing rooms and sparking transformative “aha” moments, Linda believes a day without laughter is a day wasted—and her audiences feel that truth every time she speaks.?: 09:00 AM - 09:50 AMSession 2: Getting Real Results from AI with Less Risk, Time and CostHost: Shawn Gray | CEO of ConstructIQ AdvisoryInfo: The AI Adoption Proof-of-Value Initiative is an unprecedented program supporting mid-sized construction firms and local tech companies in reducing the risks of adopting AI. Over the past 18 months, it has completed numerous projects across Western Canada, generating more than $1M in AI implementation and identifying over $3M in potential savings. This session will distill the most valuable insights from that work—where tangible results were achieved, what enabled success, and how organizations can move from small pilots to meaningful impact. It will also highlight the BC-based 2025 cohort.
Participants will leave with practical guidance on defining a clear purpose for AI, aligning internal teams, and embedding new tools into business and project workflows, with examples spanning business development, preconstruction, and site operations. The session provides executives, innovation leads, and project teams with a structured approach to adopting AI with reduced risk, time, and cost.?: 09:50 AM - 10:30 AMCoffee Break in the Exhibitor Hall ?: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMSession 3: Strengthening Owner-Consultant Relationships Panel DiscussionHost: Mike Matejka | City of Cranbrook?: 11:30 AM - 11:50 AMSession 4: Flow and Economics of the Energy Landscape in BC Host: Dane Gretchen | FortisBCInfo: Learn more about BC's energy landscape and electric growth and capacity in the Okanagan?: 11:50 AM - 12:50 PMLunch?: 12:50 PM - 01:50 PMSession 5: Legal UpdateHost: David Volk | Jenkins Marzban Logan LLPInfo: This session will cover the latest legal developments and trends affecting the construction industry.  Learn what the courts are saying about procurement methods and health and safety requirements, hear what governments are doing to improve legislation to help contractors get paid and settle disputes, and understand the current trends in contracting for projects.  This will be a must-not-miss session!?: 01:55 PM - 02:45 PMSession 6: Enhancing Project Stakeholder Success - Panel DiscussionHost: Jerry Crawford | KGC Consulting LtdInfo: All project participants face a range of risks throughout the life of a construction contract. Reducing those risks requires both sound commercial management practices and strong cross-functional communication skills. This panel will outline practical steps and proactive strategies that can be applied from the procurement stage through to contract closeout.
By the end of the session, attendees will be able to evaluate contract documents for risk before signing, establish procedures to manage legal and technical exposure throughout the project, and understand how communication discipline and soft skills contribute to effective risk mitigation.?: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PMBreak?: 03:00 PM - 03:20 PMSession 7: BC Construction Association UpdateHost: Chris Atchinson | BC Construction Association President?: 03:20 PM - 04:15 PMSession 8: BC Prompt Payment Legislation - Next Steps Panel DiscussionHost: Chris Atchinson | BC Construction Association President?: 04:15 PM - 04:30 PMClosing Remarks?: 04:30 PM - 06:00 PMPost Event Networking Session
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 3780, currency: CAD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Kelowna
- **state**: BC
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort
- **lat**: 49.8915725
- **long**: -119.4977921
- **full address**: Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort, 1310 Water Street, Kelowna, Canada

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Southern Interior Construction Association (SICA) (https://allevents.in/org/southern-interior-construction-association-sica/27294924)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 05 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort, 1310 Water Street, Kelowna, Canada
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 3780 CAD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Southern Interior Construction Association (SICA)
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business, conferences, workshops, art, literary-art, exhibitions, health-wellness, parties, entertainment
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