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2027 Convention hotel block reservations

The UBCM room blocks for the 2027 Convention in Whistler, will open for reservations on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at 9 am. 

The hotels will not accept reservations before this date and will not create waitlists. The hotels will also not be able to transfer reservations made before the release date into the UBCM group block at the UBCM rates. Further details with specific hotels, room rates, cancellation policies and reservation instructions will be added to the 2027 Convention webpage before November 18. 

Webinar reminder: Next Generation 911

Local government staff and elected officials are invited to attend a webinar about the upcoming intake of the Next Generation 911 funding stream on October 28, 2026, from 1:30 – 3:00 pm. 

The primary aim of the 2027 intake is to support the establishment of three-digit 911 dialing services in communities in BC where appropriate connectivity exists and where the community currently relies on ten-digit emergency numbers.

If there are remaining funds after applications for the primary aim have been considered, the program will also support local preparedness for the implementation of NG911. Pre-registration for the webinar is required. 

Last chance for UBCM convention survey

Delegates are invited to share comments on their experience of UBCM’s 2026 Convention through a brief survey. All comments received will aid our evaluation of the event and help us identify areas for improvement. Delegates who complete the survey will also be entered in a draw to win an Apple watch.

• Video: An explainer on DRIPA. 
• Resolutions Results: View the full list of decisions.