Date

February 5, 2026

Time

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM - Welcome Session with Mr. Josh Vander Vies & moderated by Ian Humphreys

1:00 PM - 2:15 PM - Session 1

  • Workshop #1 - The 6 Principles for Inclusion
  • Workshop #2 - More information coming soon!

2:15 PM - 2:45 PM - Networking

2:45 PM - 4:00 PM - Session 2 

  • Workshop #1 - The 6 Principles for Inclusion
  • Workshop #2 - More information coming soon!

4:00 PM - Event End & Networking

Attendees are welcome to attend both workshop sessions. Because Session 2 repeats the workshops from Session 1, you can choose to attend the workshops in the order that you prefer.

Refreshments and light snacks will be provided.

Location

 The Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront

 1133 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6E 3T3

Join us at  The Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront  for NEUROinclusion Untapped | Workplace Solutions! Learn more about the benefits of workplace inclusion, and engage in meaningful conversations with like-minded professionals. Enjoy delicious food, and join insightful discussions on diversity. Let's raise a glass to diversity, inclusion, and the pursuit of a more equitable future. See you there!

 

Speaker

Josh Vander Vies
Josh Vander Vies
Director of Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
Vancouver Airport Authority
Josh Vander Vies is a disabled leader and lawyer dedicated to helping break down barriers to inclusion. Across disability, sport, the arts, philanthropy, and now at Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Josh brings strategic insight and lived experience to every space he enters. Born missing most of his arms and legs, a retired Paralympic boccia athlete, he champions human rights, disability inclusion, and innovation - in the workplace, community, and in accessible air travel. Josh’s work is rooted in empathy and resilience to transform systems and unlock potential.