The Annual community gathering
Tuesday, November 24 to Thursday, November 26, 2026
Tla’amin Territory
Dwight Hall, qathet, Powell River, BC
Members only.
Invite the Next Generation Into the Dialogue
Each event registration for ACG 2026 includes one youth.
Our target age range is 15 to 29, although we are happy to make exceptions. We strongly encourage ABM members to bring a young person from their family or close circle.
This approach grew out of the conversations at ACG 2025 and is closely aligned with ABM’s vision of prosperous people on a livable planet.
Creating space for young people to share their perspectives, questions, and lived realities helps us see blind spots, challenge assumptions, and make wiser decisions. An intergenerational gathering also deepens relationships, builds shared understanding, and strengthens continuity between the decisions we make now and the future we are working toward.
Agenda
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
2:00 pm to 3:00 PM Registration
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Dialogue Circles
5:00 PM - 5.30 PM Sharing and Summary of Key Takeaways
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Reception
Wednesday, November 25, 2026
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM Breakfast
9:30 AM – 11:30 AM Dialogue Circles
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Sharing and Summary of Key Takeaways
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Lunch
1:30 PM – 1:55 PM Appointment 1
2:00 PM – 2:25 PM Appointment 2
2:30 PM – 2:55 PM Appointment 3
2:55 PM – 3:15 PM Coffee Break
3:15 PM – 3:40 PM Appointment 4
3:45 PM – 4:10 PM Appointment 5
4:15 PM – 4:40 PM Appointment 6
5:00 PM –7:00 PM Casual Get-Together (Details to be advised.)
Thursday, November 26, 2026
8:30 AM – 9:15 AM Breakfast
9:30 AM – 9:55 AM Appointment 7
10:00 AM – 10:25 AM Appointment 8
10:30 AM – 10:55 AM Appointment 9
10:55 AM – 11:10 AM Coffee Break
11:10 AM – 11:35 AM Appointment 10
11:40 AM – 12:05 PM Appointment 11
12:05 PM – 12:50 PM Lunch
12:50 PM – 1:15 PM Appointment 12
1:20 PM – 1:45 PM Appointment 13
1:45 PM – 2:00 PM Coffee Break
2:00 PM – 2:45 PM Sphere Meetings
2:45 pm - 3:00 PM Individual or Collective Follow-Up Planning: What is the key action you will undertake or advocate for as a result of the last 2.5 days?
Registration Fees
Indigenous governments and development corporations attend for FREE and can bring a delegation of up to 4. Accommodations and travel are not covered.
REGISTRATION FEES FOR ALL OTHERS
$1300 (early bird) per ABMer includes:
1 youth registration
1 reception, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, coffee breaks per person
dialogue circles and opening reception on day 1 (3 pm to 6 pm)
dialogue circles and 6 one-on-one meetings on day 2 (8.30 am to 4.40 pm)
7 one-on-one meetings and sphere meetings on day 3 (8.30 am to 3.00 pm)
regular rate starting August 1: $1450
BOOTHS
There are no booths at ACG because booths are not needed for the one-on-one meetings. However, we do have space, so you are welcome to bring a display, equipment you would like to showcase, or anything else that helps tell your story. Please contact Katrin if you have ideas, requirements, or questions.
Accommodations
Please make your reservation by October 24, 2026 to get the conference rate. After this date, rooms may still be reserved at the best available rate.
Waterways, A Boutique Hotel
4429 Marine Avenue, Powell River
$143.10 to $161.10
10-minute drive to Dwight Hall
The Waterways Boutique Hotel is a contemporary, well-appointed hotel offering clean, modern rooms with a focus on comfort and thoughtful design. It is located at the ferry terminal where the ferry arrives from Comox (Little River) on Vancouver Island. The hotel features a polished interior aesthetic, quality amenities, and a calm, understated atmosphere.
6251 Yew Street, Powell River
$108 to $228
30-second walk to Dwight Hall
The Rodmay Hotel is a historic, budget-friendly stay in Powell River’s old Townsite, originally built in 1911 and known for its character-filled, heritage architecture. It offers simple, comfortable rooms. Guests often choose it for its old-world charm and affordability, though experiences vary depending on whether you’re looking for modern amenities or a more vintage, atmospheric stay.
Haunted!
Call 604-483-7715.
The rodmay hotel
6255 Marine Ave, Powell River
$108
1-minute walk to Dwight Hall
Island View Lodge is a straightforward accommodation, offering a practical and unpretentious place to stay. The property has an older, well-used character while being clean and functional.
Not haunted as far as we know.
Call 604-483-3113.
Island View Lodge
Travel to Powell River
We recommend arriving no later than 3:00 pm on Tuesday, November 24. Departure on Thursday, November 26 can be scheduled for any time after 3:00 pm.
From Vancouver (Horseshoe Bay)
By Ferry
Drive or take public transit to Horseshoe Bay, then travel via the Sunshine Coast:
Horseshoe Bay → Langdale (40 minute ferry)
Drive approximately 80 km (about 1 hour 20 minutes)
Earls Cove → Saltery Bay (50 minute ferry)
Drive approximately 30 km (35 minutes) to Powell River
Allow approximately 2 hours between ferries, depending on ferry connections.
For schedules and reservations:
By Air
Pacific Coastal Airlines offers multiple daily non-stop flights between Vancouver (YVR South Terminal) and Powell River.
From Vancouver (Downtown)
By Seaplane
Harbour Air operates scheduled seaplane service between downtown Vancouver and Powell River.
Flight time is approximately 35 minutes.
From Vancouver Island (Little River, Comox)
By Ferry
BC Ferries operates a direct sailing between Little River (Comox) and Westview (Powell River).
Crossing time is approximately 90 minutes.
For schedules:
Choose a morning or early afternoon sailing on November 24 to arrive in Powell River before 3:00 pm.
For your return, afternoon sailings on November 26 departing after 3:00 pm provide a convenient trip home.