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Venue and Location

Venue Information

Vancouver Convention center / West Building

The Vancouver Convention Center is a premier venue located in the heart of downtown Vancouver, Canada. It is one of the largest convention centers on the West Coast and serves as a popular destination for conferences, trade shows, conventions, and other events.  

Vancouver Convention
Center General Info

City Information

Vancouver

Voted as the ‘Best City in the Americas’ year after year by Condé Nast Traveller magazine, Vancouver is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the soaring peaks of the North Shore Mountains.   

Vancouver is the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish peoples–Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Stó:lō and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations.

Landmarks and Attractions 

Stanley Park & The Sea Wall

Stanley Park offers stunning natural beauty just a stones throw away from the city. With 405 hectares (1,001 acres) of lush vegetation and scenic views of the city skyline and mountains, it’s one of the largest urban parks in North America. Here you can explore the area by foot or Rogers bike, with the most popular route being the seawall, a paved pathway that stretches for 9 kilometers (5.5 miles) along the waterfront.   

Vancouver Lookout

Take a short break from the congress to view the city from above. The Vancouver Lookout is an observation deck located 800 meters away from the Convention Centre. Atop of the Harbour Centre Building, it offers panoramic views of the city, mountains and the Pacific Ocean.

To book your ticket, visit https://vancouverlookout.com/ 

Whale Watching 

From March to October, thousands of whales migrate through the waters near Vancouver, making it one of the best locations for whale watching. Tours present the chance to see a range of wildlife, from humpback whales and orcas to pelicans and tufted puffins.

Discover more: https://www.destinationvancouver.com/activities/whale-watching/

Granville Island

Granville Island is a vibrant cultural and shopping district situated on a peninsula under the Granville Street Bridge. It’s renowned for its bustling public market, artisan shops, galleries, theaters, and a diverse range of dining options. The island blends industrial charm with artistic flair, making it a popular spot for both locals and tourists.

Plan your visit: 
Granville Island (destinationvancouver.com) 

Getting Here

Vancouver
Transportation

Situated just over 13km from Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Convention Centre can be reached via taxi, car or public transit. Simply order a taxi via your mobile phone or visit the taxi rank at the airport. Alternatively, you take the Canada Line to ‘Vancouver City Centre’ and walk the final 15 minutes to the venue.  For more information visit: www.destinationvancouver.com/plan-your-trip/getting-here/ 

With great access links throughout the city, TransLink Vancouver offers numerous SeaBus, SkyTrain and bus routes. Simply jump onboard using a credit/debit card. Google Pay and Apple Pay are also accepted. Alternatively, the Compass Card is available to purchase at all major transport hubs, offering a pre-paid transport service. To plan ahead, and for more information, please visit: https://www.translink.ca/ 

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