About this Event
Vancouver International Publishing Conference 2026
Date: June 6, 2026
Location: The Wallace
ABOUT
The Vancouver International Publishing Conference is where world-class publishing experts come together under one roof to offer insights on publishing trends and innovative, hard-to-access information about the publishing industry and case-studies from published authors.
Whether you're a writer, editor, or industry insider, this premier Canadian publishing conference is your gateway to networking, learning, and staying ahead in the evolving book industry.
DATE
June 6, 2026
8am - 8pm
LOCATION
Tucked between the sea and the sky, The Vancouver International Publishing Conference is hosted at The Wallace at the Shipyards in North Vancouver.
With an abundance of fresh cuisine, artisan shops and seawall walking paths, this conference is positioned to offer world-class west-coast hospitality with local comfort and accessibility.
Whether you are travelling to his event or are a BC resident, the restaurants, shops and accessibility of The Wallace, will provide ample opportunities to enjoy the ocean breeze while bumping into some of the best of the publishing industry.
TICKETS
Due to the exclusive access to industry professionals and networking opportunities, the VIPC has released limited tickets.
GETTING HERE
Whether you are travelling to his event or are a BC resident, the restaurants, shops and accessibility of The Wallace, will provide ample opportunities to enjoy the ocean breeze while bumping into some of the best of the publishing industry.
FROM OUT OF TOWN
Airport: Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Travelling from YVR via Skytrain & Seabus: Take the Canada Line Skytrain to Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver, then transfer to the SeaBus ferry to Lonsdale Quay - The Shipyards are a short walk from the ferry terminal. (45-60mins)
SeaBus:
Take the SeaBus from downtown Vancouver's Waterfront Station to Lonsdale Quay. The SeaBus is a 12-minute ferry ride with views of the city, mountains, and Burrard Inlet. The North Shore terminal is located at Lonsdale Quay
Driving:
There are many parking options within walking distance of The Shipyards
There is one-hour free street parking
The Lonsdale Quay Market has accessible, paid parking in their underground parkade
Hotel Recommendation:
Within 100m of The Vancouver International Publishing Conference at The Wallace, there are two hotels recommended to attendees:
Location:
The Shipyards is located on the waterfront in North Vancouver, just east of Lonsdale Quay and the SeaBus terminal. It's also less than a five minute walk from the Lonsdale Quay Transit Exchange..
Agenda
Publishing Trends
Info: Hear how this year's publishing economics, reader behavior, and sales decisions have shifted, stabilized and solidified.
From Book to Bestseller
Info: What Makes A Book a Bestseller: Beyond beautiful writing, discover the machinery that moves units, drives pre-orders, and nudges algorithms. We’ll unpack list qualifications, sales thresholds, publicity timing, distribution power, publisher backing, and the marketing tactics that build velocity.
Author Panel: Sales & Success
Info: Is it sales numbers? Status? Awards? Or is it the opportunity? These authors evaluate and share an honest account of what success has looked like and meant for them in their career thus far.
Bookstore Business
Info: Lear how bookstores work, so they can work for you: How do bookstores decide what books to carry, what books land on the front table, and when they say "thanks but no thanks." How can authors best network and navigate getting their book in bookstores
Author Panel: Tales from the trenches
Info: What works and what flops? Learn from the plans, strategies, opportunities, and mistakes that authors have experienced personally.
Book Marketing & Publicity
Info: Is it all about the book, or is it all about the author? Hear from book-influencers and industry marketers about how to make marketing work for you and your story.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
The Wallace Venue, 125 Victory Ship Way, North Vancouver, Canada
CAD 324.58
