The 2026 Global Buyers Mission (GBM) is scheduled for September 10-12 in Whistler, British Columbia. The GBM is the largest and most important wood show for international buyers and Canadian sellers of value-added wood products. As BC Wood’s premier business development activity, the GBM helps value-added manufacturers connect with hundreds of qualified international buyers and specifiers of wood products. Sales generated from the GBM have increased ninefold since the first event in 2004, to over $35 million per year. Coinciding with the 2026 Global Buyers Mission, WoodTALKSTM at the GBM is designed to inform, enlighten, and inspire on the use of wood in design and construction. Presented by BC’s wood industry suppliers and partners, this event will explore current Architectural projects and Manufacturing Advancements. WoodTALKSTM includes accredited workshops recognized by AIBC, AIA, OAA, AAA & BC Housing.