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ABCMI's Annual Membership
Expires December 31, 2023 - Please renew today & THANK YOU to those who have already done so!
ABCMI is made possible by YOU! That’s right. The Association of British Columbia Marine Industries (ABCMI) is made possible by the wide variety of industry members that contribute to BC’s marine industry.
Did you know that this year, as an Association:
- We experienced the largest turnout at our Business Opportunities Conference & Trade Show, with over 300 people in attendance.
- We were the recipients of being the official provider of the BC Maritime Industries Infrastructure Modernization and Expansion Grant Program, which will expand and strengthen the boat, shipbuilding and repair infrastructures for environmentally sustainable solutions in BC.
- We increased career pathway connections for enhancing BC’s marine industry job market gaps.
We might be a small team, but we have incredible members who make our association possible. None of our accomplishments can be done without your membership, your participation and advocacy. This is why your presence as a member is truly valuable.
Time is ticking!! Today is the day. Renew your membership before December 31 by visiting our website or reach out to Elias MacDonald directly at Elias@abcmi.ca or 778-430-2264 ext. 3.
Renew Now
ABCMI hosted events allow excellent networking to take place with industry, governments, and other industry stakeholders offering the possibility of business opportunities and other sources of information to your organization's interest. If you haven’t yet attended one of our events, talk to someone who has as we think that person will tell you that our events are most worthwhile!
ABCMI Networking Mixer
February 13, 2024, Delta Ocean Pointe Hotel, Victoria, BC
Join us for the first networking event of 2024. An excellent opportunity for businesses operating in BC’s industrial marine sector to get together in a social setting to get to know each other, network and pursue business opportunities, and build on connections that will prove useful in the future.
Tickets on Sale January 2
BC Ferries Business Opportunities Forum
February 14, 2023, Delta Ocean Pointe Hotel, Victoria, BC
Currently doing business or hoping to do business with BC Ferries?
ABCMI in partnership with BC Ferries, is pleased to host a forum on the identification of business opportunities with BC Ferries and on the delivery of products and services to the corporation. The forum will be presented in a panel format and may touch upon the following areas:
- Shipbuilding & Vessel Replacement
- Fleet Maintenance
- Terminal Modernization & Engineering
- Supply Chain
- IT Business Plans & Needs
- ILS & Asset Management
- On the Horizon Technology Considerations
Also included is the Industry Show Case opportunity for ABCMI Members to pitch their product or service. Do you have something you'd like BC Ferries to hear about? Members interested in pitching should express their interest to alex@abcmi.ca
Tickets on Sale January 2
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ABCMI looks forward to a presence at the following international events.
Oceanology International (Oi)
March 12 - 14, 2024, London, UK
ABCMI is looking for companies to join the walking delegation of the Canadian Trade Mission to Oceanology International (Oi) next year in London. If you are interested, please see more details for our Canadian Delegation here.
OCEANS Conference & Exposition 2024 Recruitment: Call for
Co-Exhibitors and Walkers
April 14 - 18, 2024, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Interested in exhibiting within the Canada Pavilion or participating as a walker at the OCEANS Conference & Exposition at the Marina Bay Sands in Singapore from April 14 – 18, 2024? This is a premier partner event presented by The Marine Technology Society and the IEEE Oceanic Engineering Society. Email Leann at Leann@abcmi.ca for more informtion.
Offshore Technology Conference
May 6 - 9, 2024, Houston, TX, USA
Join the ABCMI team and and co-exhibit in the Canadian Pavilion for next year's Offshore Technology Conference. Applications for co-exhibiting are now open. To register email Leann at Leann@abcmi.ca.
SMM 2024
September 3 - 6, 2024, Hamburg, Germany
ABCMI once again will be supporting its members as part of a Canadian Pavilion at SMM in Hamburg. In addition, we will be holding a Pitch Event. Save the dates and plan to join us. If you are interested in learning more, email Leann @Leann@abcmi.ca. Recruitment will start early in 2024.
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BC Maritime Industries Infrastructure Modernization and Expansion Grant Program
Now accepting applications until February 15, 2024
The Association of British Columbia Marine Industries (ABCMI) is proud to welcome the next round of intakes for the BC Maritime industries Infrastructure Modernization and Expansion Grant Program. The primary objective of this program is to modernize and expand maritime dry dock and wharfage infrastructure capacity across the province. By enhancing competitiveness for local businesses and providing opportunities to secure federal and commercial contracts, these projects will drive economic growth and create more employment opportunities for British Columbians.
The Grant Program offers non-repayable funding contributions through two capital investment streams. Stream 1 provides up to 50% of capital costs, with a maximum of $500,000, for equipment and facility modernization or new small vessel construction infrastructure. Stream 2 offers up to 25% of project capital costs, with a maximum of $5 million, for dry dock and wharfage expansion specifically for boat and ship overhaul, refit, maintenance, and repair infrastructure.
Be sure to read all the guidance given on the Grant Program site including the Program Guide, to inform your application. To learn more or to submit an expression of interest, please click below.
Learn More
Transport Canada: Green Shipping Corridor Program Webinar
Online, Tuesday, December 12, 2023, 8am PST
Transport Canada (TC) is conducting an information webinar on the new Green Shipping Corridor Program on December 12 at 11:00 EST and 8 AM PST. The purpose of the webinar is to allow Transport Canada representatives to share information about the program, including with respect to the context and objectives which have informed the program design. Information pertaining to eligibility requirements will also be covered. The webinar will dedicate time for participants to ask questions by typing in their questions directly in the Teams Q&As.
Transport Canada representatives will be present to verbally respond to questions while noting that any questions which cannot be responded to during the webinar will be addressed and circulated to all the participants in writing after the webinar. Please contact GSCprogram-ProgrammeCMV@tc.gc.ca for any additional questions.
Join on your computer, mobile app or room device using the Meeting ID: 244 426 146 385, Passcode: x8oMin.
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Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) Webinar: Cybersecurity Basics for Government Contracting
Online, Wednesday, December 13, 2023, 10 am PST
The Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) is presenting a Webinar: Cybersecurity Basics for Government Contracting. Whether you sell to governments or not, having good cybersecurity policies and procedures makes good business sense. Learn about the basic steps to get started on level 1 cybersecurity certification. This FREE webinar takes place on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at 1 PM EST and 10 AM PST.
What you will learn:
- Practices organizations must undertake for basic cybersecurity hygiene and certification
- Cybersecurity certification in Canada and U.S.
- Reasons to pursue cybersecurity certification for government contracts
- Helpful cybersecurity resources
Who should attend: Organizations that are….
- Starting their cybersecurity journey
- Want to achieve level 1 cybersecurity certification but don’t know where to start
- Looking to sell more products and services to governments
- Interested in selling to the U.S. or Canadian military
- Want to know more about CMMC and the new Canada Program for Cybersecurity
Register for Webinar Here
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) Latest Reports on Industrial and Technical Benefits (ITB)
Reports Now Available for Download
The Industrial and Technological Benefits group within Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) has released the latest reports on Industrial and Technical Benefits (ITB). The 2023 ITB Annual Report and Report on Contractor Progress can be accessed as follows:
Labour Market Research: BC Commercial Fishing Sector Survey
Survey closing soon
ABCMI is working with the BC Commercial Fishing Association (BCCFA) and the primary researchers at R.A. Malatest & Associates Ltd. (Malatest) to support an innovative labour market report that examines the key human resource issues facing the fishing sector, and the interaction of these issues with marine trades and blue economy HR needs. A survey of employers in both BC’s Commercial Fishing sector as well as in the greater Marine & Blue Economy in BC will launch in September 2023. The goal of this work is to better understand the sectors’ labour needs, the impacts of new technologies, skills requirements, training in digital skills for employees, document innovative approaches, as well as to identify transferable skills and seasonality in related sectors of the Marine & Blue Economy.
ABCMI members are invited to complete the survey on behalf of Marine & Blue Economy employers. By outlining labour market issues facing Blue Economy employers in BC, linkages could emerge with the BC Commercial Fishing sector and common strategies may be implemented to address current and future labour needs of British Columbia’s greater marine industry.
Take Survey
Energy Efficiency Retrofit Guide
Online Guide
A practical guide to retrofitting your building for energy efficiency. Upgrade your building to save money and reduce your climate impact!
Retrofitting your building will make it more energy efficient, lower your energy bill and also help create a more pleasant interior environment for your employees. If you've noticed that your building is often too hot or too cold, or that your electricity costs keep rising, it could be time for a retrofit. Even renters and tenants can make small changes that will make a big difference on their bottom line.
This article includes:
- How retrofitting can cut costs and energy use
- How to select the right upgrades for your building
- Which quick wins you can implement right now
Access Online Guide
Global Opportunities for Canadian Cleantech Businesses
Downloadable E-Guide
Download an e-guide from the Canadian Commercial Corporation (CCC) to learn more about the massive global cleantech opportunity, and how Canadian companies can sell their products, solutions, and services to foreign governments through CCC.
Download E-Guide Here
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NATO Industry Conference
Ottawa, ON, 11 December 2023
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ABCMI Networking Mixer Event
Victoria, BC, 13 February 2024
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BC Ferries Business
Opportunities Forum
Victoria, BC, 14 February 2024
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Vanguard ShipTech Forum
Ottawa, ON, 27 February 2024
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Oceanology International London 2024
London, UK, 12-14 March 2024
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ABCMI Cyber Security Webinar
March 2024
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ABCMI & COAST Innovation Forum
Vancouver, BC, 23-24 April 2024
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Nautical Institute Conference
Victoria, 1 - 3 May 2024
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Offshore Technology Conference 2024
Houston, TX, 6-9 May 2024
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Mari-Tech 2024
St. John’s, Nfld, 14-16 May 2024
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CANSEC 2024
Ottawa, ON, 29-30 May 2024
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Towboat Industry Conference
Victoria, BC, 30 May - 1 June 2024
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H2O Home to Overseas Conferenc
Halifax, NS, 3-5 June 2024
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GreenTech 2024
Halifax, NS, 5-7 June 2024
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Maritime & Arctic Security & Safety Conference 2024
St Johns, NL, 17-19 July 2024
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SMM 2024
Hamburg, DE, 3-6 September 2024
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CFA Conference & Trade Show
Halifax, NS, 8-10 September 2024
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DEFSEC Atlantic 2024
Halifax, NS, 1-3 October 2024
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CWOIL Conference 2024
St. John’s, Nfld, 21-23 October 2024
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ABCMI Business Opportunities Conference & Trade Show
Vancouver, BC,
31 October – 1 November 2024
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VMCC GreenShip Conference
Vancouver, BC, 7 November 2024 (TBC)
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Pacific Marine Exposition 2024
Seattle, WA, 6 - 8 November 2024 (TBC)
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International Workboat Show 2024
New Orleans, 12 - 14 November 2024
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METSTRADE 2024
Amsterdam, NL, 19 - 21 November 2024
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Oceanology International Americas 2025
San Diego, CA, February 2025
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Ocean Business 2025
Southampton, UK, 8 - 10 April 2025
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Become a Member or Renew Your Membership with ABCMI
Why renew your membership or join ABCMI for 2024? Our Association:
- Identifies, facilitates, and enables business opportunities.
- Helps to identify and connect your company to business opportunities.
- Creates networking opportunities for companies seeking to grow.
- Represents companies and the sector in the national and international marketplaces and helps grow exports.
- Connects the many stakeholders that have interests in the industry.
- Promotes and supports the development of new technologies and enables innovation in the marine and ocean space.
- Works to ensure that there is a diverse and highly skilled workforce.
- Strives to represent and advocate as broadly as possible for the BC industrial marine sector.
- Saves you lots of $$$ on registration for ABCMI events.
An incredible opportunity you won't want to miss. Please reach out to Elias MacDonald, our ABCMI Membership & Jobs Coordinator. Elias will ensure your membership is solidified with ABCMI for the next year. Elias can be contacted at Elias@abcmi.ca or 778.430.2264 ext. 3.
Habin Haridas, ABCMI's Manager Programs, is managing the Maritime Infrastructure Expansion and Modernization Grant Program. You can reach him at Habin@abcmi.ca. To get hold of either Leann or Alex, please call us at 778.430.2264 or email us at Leann@abcmi.ca or Alex@abcmi.ca.
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