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The 2008 Show Theme is "Nursery Rhymes".
 
CanWest 2007 : A buying show for British Columbia's nursery, floriculture & landscape products and services. Western canada's premier horticultural trade show. Show dates : September 12 & 13th, 2007. 11:00am to 6:00pm daily. general show info ... seminars & workshops ... exhibitor info ... accommodations ... tours ... contact info ... CanWest 2007 : A buying show for British Columbia's nursery, floriculture & landscape products and services. Western canada's premier horticultural trade show. Show dates : September 12 & 13th, 2007. 11:00am to 6:00pm daily. general show info ... seminars & workshops ... exhibitor info ... accommodations ... tours ... contact info ...
For 27 years, the CanWest Hort Show has been the meeting place for buyers and sellers of BC's nursery, floriculture and landscape industry. We are Western Canada's largest horticultural trade show with over 3,500 industry profevisiting 425+ booths over a 2-day period.

Click here to learn about the history of the CanWest Hort Show ...
   
Show Dates & Location

Show Dates
Wednesday September 17th &
Thursday September 18th

Show Hours: 11:30 am - 6:00 pm

Pre-registration: $12; At the door: $15
Trade show passes allow admission to both show days.



Location

Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre
999 Canada Place


Vancouver is a culturally diverse world class city and you're at the centre of it all at the
Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre
! Located on Vancouver's scenic waterfront, this setting offers world class shopping, gourmet meals, outstanding live entertainment,
theatre, and outdoor adventure. Extend your stay and take in the spectacular city sights or spend the day/weekend at Whistler Resort or visiting Victoria on Vancouver Island.
Show Features & Highlights


Seminars
Wednesday September 17 & Thursday September 18.

An exceptional program featuring internationally acclaimed speakers and industry leaders.

Seminar Hours: Morning Sessions: 9:00 am - 11:15 am
Seminar Hours: Afternoon Sessions: 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Cost
Pre-registration: $65 per seminar; After August 29 or At the Door: $85 per seminar

Group Rate (4 or more people from one company): $55 per person, per seminar; Group rate does not apply after August 29.

Students: Pre-Registration: $30 per seminar; After August 29 or At the Door: $55 per seminar.

Bonus: Price includes trade show pass.



Industry and Garden Tours
Friday, September 19 - All day event

Explore BC's green industry through our exceptional tours! Tours are tailored to each sector of the industry, with sumptuous lunches provided. Check the tour page for specific departure and return times.

Cost
Pre-registration: $85; After August 29 or At the Door: $105

New Product Showcase
See what's new in BC from new plant introductions and equipment to hardscape goods and garden products. This is your quick-reference guide to the hottest new products located at the centre of the show floor.

Exhibitor Presentation Stage
Learn more about the exciting products and services offered by exhibitors. Presentations made throughout the day. Your trade show badge gives you FREE access to this area located at the centre of the show floor.

Bookstore & Cappuccino Bar
Pick up the latest horticulture book while enjoying a latte.

Happy Hour!
From 5:00pm - 6:00om on the first day of the show; bars will be open along the centre aisle.

Silent Auction
Have fun and bid on the many exciting products donated by exhibitors. Partial priceeds to go to horticulture scholarships and show development.



2008 BC Landscape Awards of Excellence
Enjoy this year's phenomenal award-winning landscape projects.


People's Choice Floral Design Competition
You be the judge! Cast your vote for your favourite floral creation. All entries will be on
display in the lobby near registration.

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Job Board

Post a notice for employment or check out the job opportunities that await you. This large bulletin board is located at the show entrance.

Reception & Booth Awards
Sponsored by: Fairfield Tree Nurseries Inc, Finning Canada & Qualitree Propogators Inc.

All trade show delegates and exhibitors are invited to attend the CanWest Reception on Wednesday, September 12th at the Parkview Terrace Room of the VCEC at 6:15pm. Enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, and the opportunity to socialize and network with your colleagues. Remember to wear your trade show badge.



Attendee Prize Draw

West Coast Mountain Adventure
Win a $500 Gift Card to your favourite mountaiin resort. Place your ballot in the box located a the show entrance. A winnr will be drawn at the end of the show.





       
Getting to CanWest

We're close to parking and transit, which makes it easy to get to and from areas in and around Greater Vancouver. Here are a few options:

SkyTrain
Exit at Waterfront Station and you are just steps away from the VCEC at Canada Place. It's just a 40 minute ride from end to end - King George station to Waterfront.

Visit: www.translink.bc.ca

Transit
All suburban services connect with downtown Vancouver's #15 and #17 buses, which provide the closest drop-off service to the VCEC.

Visit: www.translink.bc.ca

West Coast Express
5 round trips each day dropping you off at the front door of the VCEC.

Visit: www.westcoastexpress.com

Parking & Directions


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Parking at Canada Place

Enter at east side of building (foot of Howe Street) obtain ticket from dispenser and proceed to P1 or P2 for parking. Use Convention Centre/Hotel elevators (not World Trade Centre elevators) For Convention Level: Press 'G' for Registration, Ballrooms and Exhibits

If arriving from alternate parking location, enter the VCEC through the lobby doors located to the west of the hotel entrance. Ballrooms and Exhibition Halls are at lobby level. For meeting rooms, take escalator up two levels.

Additional Parking at or near Canada Place

Waterfront Centre:
200 Burrard Street

Commerce Place: 400 Burrard Street

1095 Waterfront Road
(at the end of Waterfront Road by the Harbour Air Terminal)

900 West Cordova Street

(south side of Cordova between Howe & Burrard located below the Civic Plaza)

Imperial Parking: 200 Granville Street

Station East: 555 Cordova Street

535 Hornby Street: located beneath the YWCA and Bentall V between Dunsmuir and West Pender

The cost to park in lots near the VCEC range from $16.00 to $18.00 max per day. Most accept Cash, Visa, Mastercard or American Express.

Visitors to Canada
US Citizens
If Traveling by Car: When entering Canada from the United States, U.S. citizens must show either a U.S. passport or other proof of U.S. citizenship - such as an original or certified birth certificate together with photo identification. U.S. citizens entering Canada from a third country must have a valid passport. If traveling by air: A valid passport is required by all visitors.

International Visitors
Persons visiting from countries other than the United States must have a valid passport and may require other documentation such as visas. Check with the nearest Canadian Consulate well in advance of travel.

Foreign Convention and Tour Incentive Program
Check this website to learn more about the Foreign Convention and Tour
Incentive Program at: www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel/visitors-e.html

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