BC SUPPLY CHAIN WEEK 2026:

WATSON GLOVES SITE TOUR

Be part of this province-wide celebration of the professionals and organizations that keep British Columbia moving. Whether you’re looking to connect with industry leaders, gain insights on the future of supply chains, or explore innovation in action during our exclusive industry tours, this is your opportunity to get involved. 

Supply Chain Canada West, in partnership with the Province of British Columbia, has secured an official Proclamation to celebrate Supply Chain Week in British Columbia from September 14–18, 2026. 

As part of Supply Chain Week BC, Supply Chain Canada invites you to an exclusive in-person tour of Watson Gloves, a proudly Canadian company with over 100 years of experience designing, manufacturing, and distributing high-quality work gloves for industries across North America.

This exclusive tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at how Watson Gloves manages its operations to deliver innovative hand protection solutions to customers in construction, industrial, agriculture, manufacturing, and other essential sectors. Participants will gain firsthand insight into the company's supply chain, from product development and sourcing to warehousing, inventory management, and distribution. As a long-standing leader in the personal protective equipment (PPE) industry, Watson Gloves continues to evolve its operations through innovation, sustainability, and customer-focused supply chain practices.

Participants will gain insights into:

• How Watson Gloves designs, sources, and brings innovative PPE products to market
• Inventory management, warehousing, and distribution strategies that support customers across North America
• Quality assurance processes and product testing that ensure safety and performance
• Supply chain planning, supplier relationships, and demand forecasting in the PPE industry
• Sustainability initiatives, including responsible sourcing, packaging, and environmental stewardship
• The challenges and opportunities of managing a resilient supply chain in today's global marketplace

Whether you're a procurement professional, supply chain leader, logistics specialist, or student, this tour provides a unique opportunity to learn how a Canadian industry leader combines innovation, operational excellence, and supply chain expertise to meet the evolving needs of customers across multiple industries.

• 9:00 am      Arrival (Main Building)
• 9:15 am      Groups at Breakout Sessions
• 10:00 am    Group Rotations x3
• 12:00 pm    Snacks/Refreshments & Networking
• 1:30 pm      Event Concludes

Supply Chain Canada is a non-profit association for supply chain professionals. With over a century of history, Supply Chain Canada exists to strengthen Canada’s supply chains by accrediting and training professionals, convening stakeholders to advance supply chain best practices, and advocating for the profession and SCMP-designated professionals.