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BC Fairs Learning Exchange
BC Fairs Learning Exchange 2024
April 14, 2024 - April 16, 2024 —
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111th Annual BC Fairs Learning Exchange – Blending Agriculture and Tourism – It Begins With Us!

Date: April 14-16, 2024
Location: Penticton Trade & Convention Centre
Registration required: Visit https://www.bcfairs.ca/learning-exchange-2024

BC’s agricultural fairs, festivals and exhibitions have been putting a smile on the face of fairgoers for more than a century!  These events are the original local food movement, bringing communities together to celebrate and learn about agriculture through fun and entertainment. 

The 2024 Learning Exchange will focus on the relationship between agriculture and tourism and building community connections. Meet with event organizers from across the province, share ideas, and discover opportunities.

Registration is open to member and non-member organizations/businesses/individuals. Full registration includes all meals/breaks, sessions, and evening activities.  One-day registration includes lunch on the day of attendance.

Proudly presented by the BC Association of Agricultural Fairs and Exhibitions (BC Fairs) in Penticton, BC, on the unceded territory of the Okanagan (Syilx) People.

Please note: This event is for registered delegates and exhibitors.

TESTIMONIALS
  • Thank you for your exceptional service during our heritage workshop that we held in one of the meeting rooms at the PTCC. To be honest, I’ve held many events there and they are all exceptional but I wanted to make a point of saying a special thank you for this one in particular. The room setting combined with the high-quality food service really made the participants in the workshop feel appreciated and special. I always enjoy your staff!
    City of Penticton
  • "From the outset, we had great service and suggestions from sales, event planning, and food/beverage staff. “
    Ana Fuller, Local Government Management Association of BC
  • "Your facility, staff and food were amazing, we had so many compliments on everything, and the staff were all so friendly and helpful, you should be very proud of YOURSELVES AND ALL OF YOUR STAFF! Thank you all so much for making it so easy for us organizers, it was very much appreciated!“
    Becky Everett, BC Association
  • "Thank everyone at the PTCC for the tremendous job on this year’s conference. I would have to say it was the easiest event I’ve ever done from a production standpoint due to the high level of professionalism of your entire staff."
    Jerry Rousseau, Western Canada Turfgrass Association
  • The venue is so lovely and all of the staff were amazing! The catering staff was awesome. It was great working with you on the menus, everyone was very helpful and all of the food was wonderful. The A/V staff did a great job too and was super helpful, and checked in on us throughout the day which was great. Thanks again to you and the whole team for all of your work on this event. Looking forward to working with you all again next year!
    HeliCat Canada