Become a Member
Why Join WTCO?
Through the WTCA network, our members will gain unparalleled access to national and international partnerships and markets. The WTC membership base is diverse and interested in connecting and working with regional and global partners in cross-border trade, commerce, investment and cultural exchange.
WTC Okanagan can provide global WTC members with trusted access to regional businesses, market insights and partnership opportunities. The global WTC community will benefit from our local business network and membership base in the Okanagan region of BC, which is one of Canada’s fastest-growing economic areas with strong sectors in agriculture (orchards, vineyards and wine production), tourism and recreation, education and training, film and media, plus technology and aerospace industries.
As part of WTCA, WTC Okanagan and its members will have access to a portfolio of exclusive membership resources, including access to a powerful network of over 750,000 business owners and executives, and participation in WTCA’s highly anticipated Annual WTCA Global Business Forum. This event convenes hundreds of international business leaders from more than 50 countries annually.
WTCO
Business Club
WTC Okanagan is developing an upscale, world-class, full-service, private business club to serve the needs of professionals, executives and entrepreneurs in Kelowna and the greater Okanagan market.
Member VIP Lounge
& Business Centre
Private Meeting Rooms
& Conferencing Facilities
Private Dining
& Entertainment
Private Theatre
& Viewings
Private Rooms
for Relaxation & Sleep
Private Spa, Health
& Wellbeing Facilities & Services
Recreational Amenities
including workout gym, yoga studio,
billiards, ping pong, golf simulator, etc.
Expanded Amenities
including swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, tennis, badminton, pickleball, etc. in future WTCO Headquarters Complex
Membership Has Its Privileges
WTCO Member Benefits
Your passport to the global economy – join WTCO to access exclusive member benefits, insights and resources to start your journey towards global business recognition and excellence today.
Member Benefits for All
Global WTC Access
Connection assistance with the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) and 300+ World Trade Centers worldwide and their membership base.
Export & International Trade Support
Regular online advisory and update sessions, and market intelligence through industry-specific, trade and investment newsletters.
Education & Training
Interactive seminars and workshops (in-person
and online) on export strategy, compliance, global market entry and growth.
Community & Networking
Intimate member-exclusive events, introductions
to trade and investment partners, and regional business community engagement.
Promotion & Visibility
Placement and listings in member directories.
Professional & Business Benefits
Professional, Silver and Gold Business Members will enjoy valuable benefits including complimentary event vouchers, discounts off all WTCO-sponsored events and seminars, discounts on booking meeting venues and facilities, discounts on WTCO Business Club memberships, plus standard membership benefits.
Special VIP Benefits
Platinum and Global Elite Business Members will enjoy additional VIP privileges, including invitation to WTCA-sponsored international events and participation in business delegations and trade missions, being featured on WTCO website and in advertising and promotions, receiving customized solutions and tailored support, and/or receiving additional VIP discounts.
Reciprocal Global Benefits
One Membership, A World of Opportunities
Your WTCO membership serves as a global passport to the World Trade Centers Association network and other industry or business partners. You gain reciprocal access to professional facilities, essential business services and/or business club services at over 300 WTC locations in nearly 100 countries and territories. Whether you are traveling to Hong Kong, Dubai, London or New York City, you can utilize local WTC business centres, meeting rooms, and member-only lounges under the same privileges, terms and conditions as local members. Moreover, WTCO members may receive additional discounts and priority privileges on events, product and service offerings from WTCO’s industry, business and strategic partners or affiliates.
WTCO
Membership Plans
WTC Okanagan’s membership program provides various tiers for area businesses and professionals to join and engage with regional, national and worldwide members of the WTCA network, and for those interested in investment, trade and collaboration with BC’s Okanagan region.
Professional Member
◽ 3 complimentary vouchers for WTCO-sponsored events & seminars
◽ 10% discount on additional WTCO-sponsored events & seminars
◽ 10% discount on all meeting facilities bookings
◽ 10% off on WTCO Business Club Membership
▷ Individual Professional or Business Member
▷ All benefits for 1 person only
Silver Business Member
◽ 6 complimentary vouchers for WTCO-sponsored events & seminars
◽ 10% discount on additional WTCO-sponsored events & seminars
◽ 10% discount on all meeting facilities bookings
◽ 10% off on WTCO Business Club Membership
▷ Small & Medium-sized Businesses seeking national and international expansion
▷ Benefits apply for up to 5 company employees
Gold Business Member
◽ 12 complimentary vouchers for WTCO-sponsored events & seminars
◽ 12% discount on additional WTCO-sponsored events & seminars
◽ 12% discount on all meeting facilities bookings
◽ 12% off on WTCO Business Club Membership
▷ Small & Medium-sized Businesses seeking national and international expansion
▷ Benefits apply for up to 10 company employees
Platinum Business Member
◽ 20 complimentary vouchers for WTCO-sponsored events & seminars
◽ 15% discount on additional WTCO-sponsored events & seminars
◽ 15% discount on all meeting facilities bookings
◽ 15% off on WTCO Business Club Membership
◽ Invitation to WTCA events and participation in trade missions
◽ Featured on WTCO website, in advertising and promotions
▷ Established Exporters & Large Businesses seeking national & international expansion
▷ Benefits apply for up to 20 company employees
Global Elite Business Member
◽ 50 complimentary vouchers for WTCO-sponsored events & seminars
◽ 20% discount on additional WTCO-sponsored events & seminars
◽ 20% discount on all meeting facilities bookings
◽ 20% off on WTCO Business Club Membership
◽ Invitation to WTCA events and participation in trade missions
◽ Featured on WTCO website, in advertising and promotions
◽ Customized solutions and tailored service support
▷ Industry Export Leaders & Large Enterprises seeking national and international expansion & growth
▷ Benefits apply for unlimited number of employees
Your Path
to Membership
Becoming a member of WTCO is more than just a registration process – it is your first step towards supportive growth and global expansion. Our structured onboarding process is designed to provide you a membership plan and benefits most suited or tailored to your company's unique circumstances, needs and goals for expansion, whether regionally, inter-provincially or internationally.
Step 1
Application
Register your business profile and specify your target markets through our streamlined online application form and portal, currently under development.
Step 2
Strategic Consultation
Meet with a WTCO representative, or if required, an industry expert, to align your business operational and expansion needs with the most effective membership tier for your targeted growth.
Step 3
Global Network Activation
Upon approval and membership fee being paid, you gain immediate access to our exclusive network of 750,000+ business leaders, across 300+ WTC hub locations.
Step 4
Onboarding & Support
Start leveraging exclusive member benefits, including enrolling in trade and export-supportive, expert education and training programs, personalized B2B matchmaking, and priority market intelligence.
WTCO Membership Inquiry
Inquire today to join a community of global leaders and local innovators.
Our Membership Portal is currently
under developement.