BC Home + Garden Show - Celebrities & Speakers

Sarah Richardson Designer, TV Host, Producer, Author

Friday @ 6pm, Saturday @ 1pm

Sarah Richardson Designer, TV Host, Producer, Author

Designer, TV host, producer, four-time best-selling author, entrepreneur, and product designer, Sarah Richardson has spent almost 25 years hosting, co-creating, and co-producing nine internationally distributed HGTV series. Known for mixing her approachable and engaging personality with her practical and empowering advice, Sarah inspires fans as she designs, builds, and renovates in her signature style that delivers an ever-evolving perspective on contemporary style and design. With a passion for all things creative, Sarah has built a dynamic business that includes furniture, textile, fabric, wallpaper, and cabinetry collections -- all embracing her unique approach to colour, pattern, and design. She also is the driving force behind a YouTube channel that produces renovation content, a wait-listed interior design firm and a production and publishing division through Sarah Richardson Media. In every creative endeavour and entrepreneurial adventure, Sarah’s mission is to help consumers achieve success with the projects they tackle at home, inspiring them to live in style and, ultimately, love their home.

Egan Davis Horticulture Practitioner & Parks Operations Manager - City of Richmond

Friday @ 4pm, Saturday @ 4pm

Egan Davis Horticulture Practitioner & Parks Operations Manager - City of Richmond

Egan Davis has a lifelong passion for horticulture. He has taught at both UBC Botanical Garden and VanDusen Botanical Garden. As a horticulture practitioner, Egan has held leadership roles in both the private and public sectors. He is very active in the industry, serving on various committees and boards, and participating in both local and international projects. Egan currently serves as the Parks Operations Manager for the City of Richmond.

Presentation topic: What's New and Fun in the 2025 World of Gardening

We are 25 years into the 21st century. What does that mean for the world of gardening? Egan will present the latest trends and innovations in the gardening world and discuss how to have success facing current gardening challenges. Join Egan Davis in this fun, informative and entertaining session.

Jamie Banfield Jamie Banfield Design

Thursday @ 2pm, Saturday @ 3pm

Jamie Banfield Jamie Banfield Design

A creative force in the design industry and an award-winning residential designer, Jamie Banfield specializes in transforming spaces into well-edited and timeless creations. Inspired by the West Coast’s beauty, Banfield integrates detailed millwork, unique textures, and natural elements into each of his designs. He often uses reclaimed materials to create sustainable designs that showcase his unique perspective and love for carefully thought-out functionality in his finished spaces. Formally trained in design, with a complementary background in manufacturing, construction, and custom millwork, Banfield leads his team with his intrinsic understanding of the total design process for both renovation and new build projects. From inspiration to completion, Banfield’s knowledge, attention to detail, and ability to listen to his client's needs results in aesthetically functional rooms that truly reflect the people who live there.

Recognized by the National Kitchen and Bath Association as one of the industry’s top “30 Under 30” in North America, “One to Watch” by Western Living Magazine, and a Finalist for the Robert Ledingham Memorial “Emerging Designer of The Year Award,” Jamie’s work can be seen in private residences and public spaces throughout Canada. He has appeared on TV outlets and Lifestyle talk shows such as Global TV, CTV, Vancouver, CTV Edmonton, CTV Calgary, That Talk Show, and The Marc + Mandy Show. Jamie frequently shares his style advice as an international speaker on stages such as the Vancouver Fall Home Show, International KBIS, BC Home + Garden Show, Vancouver Home + Design Show, Edmonton Renovation Show, Edmonton Home + Garden Show, Edmonton Fall Home Show, Calgary Home + Design Show, Calgary Renovation Show, and Tacoma Home + Garden Show.

Presentation topic: How to Craft A Kitchen Like A Pro

Adam Weir Home Network's Island of Bryan

Saturday @ 5pm, Sunday @ 12pm

Adam Weir Home Network's Island of Bryan

Adam Weir brings a unique mix of humor, hard work, and hands-on experience to the world of construction and entertainment. Adam mastered the art of tackling unexpected challenges with a smile as Bryan's right hand man on the popular series, Island of Bryan. Whether serving as construction coordinator, project manager, or on-camera talent (most recently on Bryan’s All In), Adam has worn many hats—literally and figuratively. Since his time on the island, he’s swapped sand for studio lights, producing, directing, and filming content for top suppliers and sponsors. This year, Adam is excited to combine his passion for storytelling and love of construction to inspire and entertain you.

Presentation Topic: Blue prints to reality: Insider tips from a Construction Expert

Erin Berkyto The Knotty Garden

Thursday @ 4pm, Friday @ 2pm

Erin Berkyto The Knotty Garden

Hi, I'm Erin! You might recognize me from @theknottygarden on Instagram. In 2022, I decided to share my gardening knowledge and enthusiasm on social media and I rapidly grew to over 100k followers! I have had my hands in the garden since I was a child and I have tended to my own gardens for well over a decade. I have a passion for organic and sustainable practices that support biodiversity and local ecosystems.

Not only is my garden a Certified Wildlife Habitat, it also grows a substantial amount of food for my family year-round. Growing and harvesting food in all four seasons is achievable with a bit of planning and the right equipment. I'm not the only Canadian who loves growing food at home; in 2021, 61% of all dwellings in Canada reported growing food in the past twelve months at home!

While I love gardening, it is not my professional background. I have a master's of science degree in speech-language pathology through UBC Medicine, where I even served as clinical faculty. I also have an undergraduate double major in English Language and Linguistics. Needless to say I love reading, writing and talking! Meeting new people is one of my favourite parts about sharing my gardening journey with others! If you see me at the show, make sure to say "hello!"

Follow me on Instagram for more gardening inspiration!

Emma Terrell The Urban Botanist

Saturday @ 6pm, Sunday @ 1pm

Emma Terrell The Urban Botanist

Emma Terrell, also known as The Urban Botanist, is a passionate advocate for sustainable living and eco-conscious design. After completing a Biology degree at Carleton University in Ottawa, she started her business in 2017 that was created with the intention to connect her community with the natural world around them. With a deep rooted love for nature and over a decade of experience in creating vibrant, green spaces, Emma specializes in blending interior design with sustainable practices and crafting landscapes that honor and restore the environment. Her unique approach combines innovation and conservation, showcasing how thoughtful design can transform homes and gardens into harmonious ecosystems. From lush moss walls to DIY terrariums, and even rewilding landscapes, Emma inspires others to embrace sustainability in both style and function, making her a sought-after expert in the green design world.

Presentation topic: Rewilding Ecosystems : A conservational approach to Landscape Design

Alex Augustyniak Lucky Sun Farm

Thursday @ 6pm, Sunday @ 3pm

Jamie Bergman Crescent Living Co.

Friday @ 1pm

Jamie Bergman Crescent Living Co.

Jaime Bergman is the founder of Crescent Living Co., a boutique home organization company transforming homes across Vancouver’s North Shore to the Fraser Valley. With a background in interior design and a passion for helping others, Jaime has built her business around creating calm, functional spaces for busy families, seniors, and professionals. She believes an organized home isn’t just about tidy shelves—it’s about reclaiming time, reducing stress, and making room for what truly matters. Through compassionate, hands-on service, Jaime and her team support clients with everything from everyday organizing projects to life transitions like moving, downsizing, and settling into new homes. Her thoughtful approach turns overwhelming tasks into empowering experiences, leaving clients with beautifully organized spaces that work for their lifestyle.

Presentation Topic: Organized People: We’re Actually Just Lazy.

Trent Brown Ground Break Design

Trent Brown is the owner of Ground Break Design and has been in the landscape industry for 15 years, designing for prominent landscape construction firms and homeowners all over Western Canada. He began by learning the ins and outs of the construction side of the business before completing his schooling in landscape design. His process reveals homeowners’ true reasons for making a change to their landscape, and with that, he can design yards that fit who they uniquely are.

Trent knows firsthand the difficulties that can accompany landscape and DIY projects. In his years of professional experience, he has honed his step-by-step process to help eliminate stress and anxiety for his clients. His goal is to change how people experience design and construction services by sharing that approach with other professionals and DIYers. Learn more about Trent at GroundBreakDesign.com

Graeme Huguet MyHouse Design/Build/Team

Friday @ 5pm, Saturday @12pm

Graeme Huguet MyHouse Design/Build/Team

Graeme is the Owner of My House Design/Build Team; a multi-award-winning Renovator & Custom Home Builder. To date, they have received over 100 industry related awards, including being the BC Georgie finalist for “Custom Home Builder of the Year”, “Best Customer Satisfaction”, and "Renovator of the Year" for 7 consecutive years.

Certified Built Green, Net Zero, and Passive House, his team of designers and construction personnel take personal pride in guiding clients through the design/build process to create beautiful, functional, and healthy homes. His team is most noted for taking a holistic approach to all their projects, no matter the size, "Creating Great Living Spaces’.

Cooking Stage Presenters

Bruno Feldeisen Judge CBC’s The Great Canadian Baking Show

A passionate and energetic Chef, known for crafting unique cooking experiences, Bruno Feldeisen brings nearly three decades of culinary experience to his role as Judge on the CBC’s The Great Canadian Baking Show, now recruiting for its 6^th season.

Feldeisen was named one of the Top 10 Pastry Chefs in America by Chocolatier Magazine two years in a row and has been nominated twice for the James Beard Award for Outstanding Pastry Chef. His delicious works have appeared in the New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Gourmet Magazine, Bon Appetit Magazine and New York Magazine. Chef Bruno’s new cookbook “Baking with Bruno” will be available for purchase after his presentations.

Kai Leitner The Butcher Langely

Thursday @ 5pm

Kai Leitner The Butcher Langely

Kai has cut meat as a butcher for over 10 years and has been head butcher/store manager at prominent butcher shops in both Vancouver and the Fraser Valley. Kai also spent some time working at a high-end sausage making company where he picked up a strong love and a skill set to match house-made charcuteries. Over the years Kai has perfected his custom cutting and whole animal butchery which also makes us a great choice to bring your animals to come hunting season. Prior to Butchery Kai worked in the Vancouver food scene for 10+ years which included being named executive chef at hotels and busy restaurants, fine dining restaurants, and he even had the honour of being named runner up for Best Chef in Vancouver! Kai dreams of owning a farm right here in the Fraser Valley one day so that he can complete the whole cycle of raising animals, preparing the meat, and selling it to the community. This dream is what propelled Kai to make the switch from cooking to cutting, and every day it reinforces his respect for simple, local, quality ingredients.

Carissa Kasper Seed and Nourish

Carissa Kasper is the founder of Seed & Nourish which creates kitchen gardens for residential and commercial clients including the Fairmont Waterfront’s chef garden. Her passion is to empower gardeners to grow beautiful food in the city.

She has appeared in print and live with the Lonely Planet Travel Anthology, Vancouver Sun, CTV Morning Live, GlobalBC, The Nat & Drew Show, and CBC Our Vancouver.

Carissa believes in the power of the kitchen garden to transform space into place, plants into nourishment, and challenge into discovery.

Chef Johann Caner Honey Salt

Friday @ 12pm

Chef Johann Caner Honey Salt

Johann Caner

Executive Chef – Honey Salt Vancouver

Professionally trained in France, where he grew up, Chef Johann Caner has more than a decade of experience in the restaurant industry. Over the course of his career, he has led both front-of-house and kitchen teams at prestigious restaurants across Europe. 

Chef Caner earned his hospitality credentials at the Lycée Professionnel Notre-Dame culinary college. He then spent the first half of his career learning the art of fine dining in restaurants across Europe where he held positions such as head waiter, sommelier clerk, head chef, and restaurant director. This varied experience has left Chef Caner with a keen understanding of what it takes to run a restaurant. From planning a successful dinner service and managing a team to crafting fresh recipes and organizing a menu, Chef Caner is a passionate and highly experienced hospitality professional. 

After a rewarding career in Europe, the majority of which was spent in the culinary capital of Paris, Chef Caner is excited to bring his skills and expertise to the kitchen at Honey Salt.

Chef Behshad Zolnasr C | Prime

Thursday @ 3pm

Chef Behshad Zolnasr C | Prime

BEHSHAD ZOLNASR

C|Prime Modern Italian Steak & Wine - Executive Chef

Behshad Zolnasr brings equal measures raw passion, classical training and an impressive set of culinary skills sharpened in acclaimed kitchens around the world to his latest role at the helm of C|Prime Modern Italian Steak & Wine.

Imbued with the desire to pursue a career in the kitchen while watching cooking shows at a young age with his grandmother, Zolnasr first got his foot in the door working the forno oven at Earl’s former flagship Tin Palace in North Vancouver in his teens.

After graduating from culinary school at the Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts, he honed his chops under renowned chefs at a number of Michelin-starred spots around the globe like Ristorante Mamma Angelina in Rome, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay in London and Jean-Georges in New York City before returning to Vancouver.

More recently, Zolnasr was the Executive Chef at West Vancouver’s Café Ça Va and Rive Gauche Bistro when it claimed the ‘Best North Shore’ nod at the 2017 Vancouver Magazine Restaurant Awards and also led the culinary teams at Vancouver’s Served Catering, Seaside Provisions in North Vancouver and Frankie’s Italian Kitchen & Bar locations in Vancouver and Chilliwack.

“At C|Prime, I’m able to fully explore and express my love of Italian cuisine and pay homage to the steakhouse experiences I had while working in kitchens in New York City,” says Zolnasr. “I look forward to bringing some of that same Big Apple magic to Vancouver while also showcasing authentic, old-world Italian recipes I’ve been fortunate to learn in my travels around the globe.”

Amanda Goodman Lee & Jeff Lee Honey Bee Zen

Saturday @ 2pm

Amanda Goodman Lee & Jeff Lee Honey Bee Zen

HONEY BEE ZEN APIARIES and SWAN VALLEY HONEY

Amanda Goodman Lee and Jeff Lee

Amanda Goodman Lee and Jeff Lee own and operate Honey Bee Zen, a honey production and beekeeping company in Creston, British Columbia.

Amanda and Jeff are master beekeepers who started Honey Bee Zen more than 15 years ago. Amanda is a former advertising and marketing executive. Jeff is a former investigative and political reporter for the Vancouver Sun.

Honey Bee Zen is the largest producer of pure, raw and unpasteurized honey in southeast British Columbia, and can be found in more than 45 BC stores. It has two brands; Honey Bee Zen, which produces a range of creamed and artisanal honeys. It also owns Swan Valley Honey, a legacy brand started more than 50 years ago and which supplies liquid wildflower honeys to the Kootenay region.

In 2017 the Lees moved to Creston from the Lower Mainland. Since then they have invested heavily in growing the company into a significant marketer of pure honey. Their processing facility is the only federally-licenced honey facility east of Kelowna.

Amanda and Jeff are motivated by maintaining high ethical standards, quality, transparency, fairness and community support. Their honeys have regularly won honors; in 2024 their creamed honey won top North American honors over all honeys judged. They also won first places for their creamed infusions and for Fireweed.

Amanda and Jeff believe in the power of honey in everyday use, and work with several notable chefs, including Bruno Feldisen (Great Canadian Baking Show judge) and Ned Bell, (former Buy BC ambassador now with Windset Farms).

Additionally, Jeff was awarded the Leadership Award in 2024 from the BC Food & Beverage association for his work with Ukrainian refugees, and his years-long service on the boards of honey producing associations.

HoneyBeeZen.com

Contacts:

Jeff Lee, Beekeeper and Co-Owner

jeff@honeybeezen.com

604.328.5028

Amanda Goodman Lee, Beekeeper and Co-Owner

amanda@honeybeezen.com

604.777.5430