Sponsorship/Auction Opportunities

Download the SW26 Sponsorship + Auction Opportunities Brochure (PDF)

Donate to the 2026 Silver Wings Online Auction

Support the BCAC's Scholarship Program

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Online Auction

Photo/Air Canada Vacations – Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain.

Running from October 30th to November 20th, 2026 (18:00 Pacific) one of the most popular and important aspects of our annual Silver Wings Scholarship and Industry Awards Celebration is the Online Auction.

Half of all gross Online Auction proceeds are used to support our Scholarship Program – the largest aviation and aerospace scholarship initiative in Canada (over $250k offered in 2026). The remaining proceeds are used to support the programs and services that the BCAC provides to the aviation and aerospace community across British Columbia, especially our very popular Youth Engagement and Communications programs.

Please visit the Silver Wings 2026 Online Auction to view all of the items on offer – we're sure you'll find something to pique your interest! Please bid generously and often as competition for items can be lively. If you happen to find a great deal, please remember that the auction supports our Scholarship and Youth programs – we invite you to consider investing in a tax deductible donation on checkout.
 

Good luck and thank you for supporting the future of the aviation and aerospace industry in British Columbia.

PLEASE NOTE 

The SW26 Online Auction ends on November 20^th at 18:00 Pacific so, even if you're unable to attend our Silver Wings Celebration, you can still bid on items and help support the future of the aviation/aerospace industry in British Columbia.

Sponsorship or Donation Inquiries? BCAC Executive Director Dave Frank would be pleased to assist you.

50/50 Draw

An exciting 50/50 draw will be held over the course of the evening's festivities. Ticket prices are:
 

   > One ticket for $10

   > Three tickets for $20

   > Nine tickets for $50

   > 20 tickets for $100
 

All gross proceeds (not net) support the BCAC's Scholarship Program and other programming initiatives including our very popular youth-oriented "Hangar Hangout" events. The 50/50 Draw will be held immediately following the awards ceremony.
 

If you choose to donate to one of the BCAC held scholarship funds, you will receive a charitable tax receipt for the entire amount plus 15 minutes of fame!

Questions? Contact us!

Industry and Scholarship Award Winners

Accommodations 

Coast Coal Harbour Vancouver Hotel

Arrive in style, stay in comfort!

BCAC Supporters can take advantage of significant hotel room discounts YEAR ROUND via our Travel Partners Program. The Travel Partners Program hotels closest to the Silver Wings Celebration event venue are:

• the Coast Coal Harbour Vancouver and,
• the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre.

There are also hotel partners located near the Vancouver International Airport (YVR), if that's most convenient for you. Please visit our Travel Partners webpage on the BCAC website for a list of participating Hotel partners, dedicated reservation links and/or discount codes for BCAC Supporters.

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre Hotel
 

PLEASE NOTE:

If you reserve your room with a BCAC Travel Partner Hotel, you may be asked to provide proof of Membership/Supporter Status when you check in. Not sure how to do that? Contact us!

Looking for our Travel Partner Airlines? 

Visit the "Travel Partners" tab on the  Silver Wings event page for a list of airlines, airfare discount codes, as well as terms and conditions. Safe travels!

Questions? Contact us!

Travel Partners

Enjoy the convenience and value provided by our esteemed Travel Partners – now offering preferred airfares to Silver Wings event guests. Discount codes, terms and conditions below:

	Discount Code: HC93EK21 Fares Discount Standard Economy Class, lower Premium Economy & Business Class fares   10% Flex, higher Economy Class, Premium Economy & Business Class fares   18% > The booking is to be made to the following city: Vancouver, YVR (CA) > The travel period begins Friday, October 30, 2026 and ends Friday, November 13, 2026. > Travel is valid Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday. Our Travel Partner, Air Canada, offers you discounts on flights from any city of its international network to Vancouver, BC, through its Meetings and Events program. All you have to do is use the following promotional code HC93EK21 before you start your flight search at www.aircanada.com and benefit from special fares: 10% discount on standard Economy Class fares and lower Premium Economy and Business Class fares. 18% discount on Flex fares and higher fares in Economy Class, Premium Economy Class and Business Class. Have a nice trip!
	Discount Code: BCACSW26 > 20% discount off of Helijet FULL FARE travel between November 4 - 8, 2026. > Valid for attendees of BC Aviation Council SilverWings at Vancouver Convention Centre West (November 6, 2026). > Enter COUPON code when booking online at helijet.com or tell the Helijet Reservations agent when booking by phone at 1.800.665.4354
	Discount Code: SILVERWINGS26 > Applicable Fare and Markets: 50% off Basic, Bravo, Classic, and Encore fares to/from YVR > Sale Period: Oct 15 , 2026 to Nov 8 , 2026 > Travel Period: Nov 02 , 2025, to Nov 10 , 2025 > Blackout Period: N/A Terms and Conditions: > Discount is applicable to Basic, Bravo, Classic, and Encore fare types (base fare only) > Limited uses available > New bookings only > Fares and seats are limited and subject to availability at the time of reservation > May not be combined with any other program, promotion, or discounts > Subject to applicable fare terms and conditions
	Discount Code: 2026BCAC > 15% discount > Booking Date: October 19 – Nov 5, 2026 > Travel Period: October 31 – November 7, 2026 > Routing: System Wide
	Discount Code: BCACSW25 > 25% discount > Booking Window: Book by November 10, 2026 > Travel Window: October 30 - November 10, 2026 > Routes: To/From Vancouver > Fare Class: All Fare Classes  > Blackout dates: N/A
	Discount Code: VBUFXF41 Secure favourable parking rates and optional additional services year-round at your home airport with our ParkN'Fly Travel Partner Corporate Code. Choose the option below that best suits your needs: > Reserve via the Park'NFly app: https://www.parknfly.ca/app/ > Reserve as a Rewards Member: https://www.parknfly.ca/rewards/ > Reserve online (select your home airport): https://www.parknfly.ca/location/vancouver-airport-parking/?referralID=17248&coupon=1136829
	Under Budget’s Business Program, BCAC Members can now take advantage year-round of a dedicated Budget Corporate Discount (BDC) rate by using Discount Code: A800600 in BC (outside Vancouver and Terrace) and Discount Code: V3340578  everywhere else. > Benefits include up to 30% off of base rates, complimentary Fastbreak membership (so you can bypass the counter), as well as a dedicated support team.

Looking for our Travel Partner Hotels?

Select the "Accommodation" tab on the Silver Wings event webpage for handy links or visit our Travel Partners dedicated webpage. Arrive in style, stay in comfort!

Questions? Contact us!

Venue

Vancouver Conference Centre West, Floor 3

VCC Accessibility Information

Table & Seat Reservations

Table seating is first come, first served; however, tables can often be reserved for groups of ten, half tables for five, and for all mobility-challenged guests.

Send a reservation request to dave@bcaviationcouncil.org and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs.

Menu & Wines

Taste of Vancouver selection of hors d’oeuvres:

• Smoked BC wild salmon, dark rye
• Wild prawn, saffron tomato emulsion df gf
• Spinach, artichoke, ricotta cheese tarts v
• Tokyo salmon, daikon salad, yuzu ponzu df
• Yakitori chicken skewers, green onions, black and white sesame  seeds df gf
• Pintxos Matrimonio (Spanish tapas) - anchovies, spinach, pepper, pesto, puff pastry
• Wild mushrooms, salted cod quiche
• Vegetable samosas, house-made tamarind sauce ve
• Green chickpea falafel, Donair sauce ve
• Mojo Cuban pulled pork enchiladas, spring onions, pepper, pickled jalapeño. Served with guajillo chili salsa, sour cream, smashed avocado
• Fresh maki sushi selection including: kappa maki, salmon, spicy tuna, California, yam tempura rolls. Served with pickled ginger, wasabi, soy sauce
• Hummus, tzatziki, baba ghanoush, grilled pita v
• Montreal style beef brisket, sauerkraut, gravy df gf
• Basket of house-made artisanal small rolls v
• Mushroom and mascarpone ravioli, cacio e pepe sauce v
• Rigatoni arrabbiata, seared chicken, rapini, cremini mushrooms
• Chocolate cream, pureed cauliflower, cocoa streusel gf ve
• Maple bourbon craquelin profiterole
• Fresh berries tartlette

df = dairy free   gf = gluten free   v = vegetarian   ve = vegan

Haywire Winery – BCAC's Official Wine Sponsor 

We're pleased to welcome award-winning Haywire Winery back to our Silver Wings event! Haywire Winery specializes in cool-climate wines, crafted in Summerland, BC. We hope that you'll enjoy trying some of Haywire's fine wines to go with your tasty appetizers during the Silver Wings Reception; Haywire will be pouring their 2022 Pinot Noir and Chardonnay for your enjoyment. 

For those who prefer not to imbibe, non-alcoholic 'mocktails' are also available from the VCC bar stations. 

(Photo/Lionel Trudel)

VCC Best Practices

The VCC participates in 'best practices' food waste reduction programs in order to help provide much-needed support to local non-profit organizations that feed vulnerable people in our communities.

Entertainment

Professional Portrait Station

Back by popular demand, we will be featuring a Professional Portrait Station where, for a mere $20 or equivalent-or-more donation to the BCAC's Scholarship or Youth Programs, you can have your portrait taken by our professional photographer Josefine Mueller. Update your website, CV, online profiles with a stylish new photo while supporting a good cause!

Live Music – Seth Kitamura Trio

We're very pleased to welcome back the Seth Kitamura Trio to our Silver Wings Celebration. SKT will provide live music during the Reception to enhance your nibbles and networking! Featuring Seth Kitamura, Raphael Agustin and Francis Naluz. 

"Corycactures" Station

Our popular Portrait Artist Cory Van Ieperen of "Corycatures" will be also sharing his talent with our guests, providing them with a fun memento of the evening! Have a seat in Cory's chair and he will provide you with a fun caricature that you can take home with you.

Haywire Winery – BCAC's Official Wine Sponsor 

We're pleased to welcome award-winning Haywire Winery back to our Silver Wings event! Haywire Winery specializes in cool-climate wines, crafted in Summerland, BC. We hope that you'll enjoy trying some of Haywire's fine wines to go with your tasty appetizers during the Silver Wings Reception; Haywire will be pouring their 2022 Pinot Noir and Chardonnay for your enjoyment. 

For those who prefer not to imbibe, non-alcoholic 'mocktails' are also available from the VCC bar stations.

Procession Piper

We're pleased to announce that Piper Alastair Lee will be returning to Silver Wings this year to lead our scholarship winners to glory! Alastair started with the Robert Malcolm Memorial Pipe Band. Joining SFU in 2008, he was privileged to win the Grade 1 World Pipe Band Championship in his first two tries (2008 & 2009). In concert, Alastair can be seen playing both pipes and keyboards.

As well, solo pipe competition has been a focus for Alastair. In Scotland he is now in the Former Winners MSR at Oban as well as the Gold Medal for Piobaireachd at Oban and Inverness. Alastair also plays for highland dancing on a regular basis.

In his private life Alastair graduated with honours in 2013 from the Art Institute of Vancouver in professional sound engineering. He currently works full-time at the well-known Scottish importing firm Tartantown Ltd. as a bagpipe technician, shipper and sales associate.

Aviation Market Featuring "The Aviator's Bookshelf"

Steve Drinkwater, Publisher of the Canadian Aviator Magazine and Proprietor of The Aviator's Bookshelf will be gracing the Aviation Market with a engaging selection of titles for your reading pleasure. After you pick up your name tag, fly by by the The Aviator's Bookshelf – you may just find a few early seasonal gifts for friends and family!

Video Production

We are extremely pleased to have Flamingo Films producing this year’s Industry Award videos. They have also donated filming the event for future promotional use and creating a video podcast of the event. If you have a story to tell, they want to hear it! Contact Amro Majzoub to learn more.

Event Photographer

This year's event will be recorded for posterity by event photographer, Brendan McAlpine of  Brendan McAlpine Photography. Brendan's photos will be uploaded to the BCAC Flickr account post event – be sure to check them out! 

Aviation Market

For the third year in a row, we're featuring an Aviation Market in the Reception/Welcome Area. Peruse aviation and aerospace-themed books, goods, children's toys and more! Kelly Jamieson ("The ABCs of Airplanes" and "The ABCs of Airports") will be present to sign copies of her books. Steve Drinkwater, Publisher of the Canadian Aviator Magazine and Proprietor of the Aviator's Bookshelf, will also be in attendance with a selection of titles for your reading pleasure. After you pick up your Silver Wings name tag, fly by by the Aviation Market to say hello – you may just find a few early Christmas/seasonal gifts for friends and family!

Questions? Contact us.

Support the Future of Aviation and Aerospace in British Columbia

Support the next generation of British Columbia’s aviation and aerospace leaders by making a tax deductible donation to the BCAC General Scholarship Endowment Fund, individual scholarships, or BCAC’s general programming – the choice is yours. Your donation allows us to do what we do best!

From all of us, thank you in advance for your support. 

Questions? Contact us!