Dear Members,
It’s hard to believe it’s already time for our next members’ meeting! We hope you’ve all been keeping well since we last got together. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for an evening of interesting conversation, association updates, and, of course, a chance to catch up with fellow guides.
Please join us on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
MEETING DETAILS
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Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
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Location: Willow Hotel (formerly the YWCA), 733 Beatty Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 2M4
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Doors Open: 6:00 PM
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Meeting: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
GUEST SPEAKER – TOM LANCASTER
We are delighted to welcome Tom Lancaster, General Manager of CMHC-Granville Island, as our guest speaker.
Tom brings more than 20 years of experience in planning, consulting, and advisory roles, working locally, across Canada, and internationally. His work has involved First Nations communities, local, regional and provincial governments, developers, and non-profit organizations.
Before embarking on his career in planning, Tom worked internationally in community-based ecosystem renewal, where his passion for improving local environments first took root.
Prior to joining Granville Island, Tom served as Manager of Community Planning for the District of North Vancouver. He previously held positions as Manager of Regional Planning and Data Analytics for Metro Vancouver and Deputy Director of Development Services on the Sunshine Coast, while also maintaining a consultancy supporting non-profit organizations in developing affordable housing.
Tom holds a Master’s Degree in Community and Regional Planning from the University of British Columbia.
We look forward to hearing about his experience and insights!
WHAT ELSE IS ON THE AGENDA?
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Association updates and news
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Upcoming industry events and opportunities
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Plenty of time to reconnect, share stories, and catch up with fellow guides.
A NOTE FROM THE PRESIDENT
This month's meeting will be hosted by Ninna Jessen (Treasurer) and Alexandra Gerson (Vice President), as Glenda Cutinha will be attending the International Association of Tour Directors and Guides (IATDG) Conference in Las Vegas.
We hope you can join us for what promises to be an enjoyable and informative evening. Whether you have news to share, questions to ask, or simply want to catch up with familiar faces, we'd love to see you there!
Looking forward to seeing everyone on November 12th!
