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The CanWest Hort Show has been the meeting place for buyers and sellers
of BC's nursery, floriculture and landscape industry for 30 years.
We are Western Canada's largest horticultural trade show with over
3,500 industry professionals visiting 420+ booths over
a 2-day period.
Click here to learn about the history of
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Dates & Location
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Show Dates
Wednesday
September 28th &
Thursday September 29th
Show Hours: 11:30 am - 6:00 pm
Trade
Show Admission
Pre-registration
: BCLNA members : $12, Non- members : $15.
Show admission after September 9th or at the door : $20
*Prices subject to 12% HST.
Location
Vancouver Convention Centre, West Building
Under the ' Green Roof '.
1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC, V6C 0C3
Vancouver is a culturally diverse world class city and you're at the
centre of it all at the
Vancouver Convention 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.
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Features & Highlights
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Pre-Show
Clinics
Tuesday September 27th.
We are bringing in experts from around the globe to CanWest. A variety
of clinics offered. Don't miss out - it will be the best money you
spend all year on business and professional development.
Learn more
Seminars
Wednesday, September 28th and Thursday September 29th.
An exceptional program featuring internationally acclaimed speakers
and industry leaders.
Learn more
Industry and Garden Tours
Friday, September 30th - 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.
Learn more
NEW!!
Equipment Demo Day
Friday, September 30th - 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tradex Convention & Exhibition Centre
1190 Cornell Street, Abbotsford, BC V2T6H5 ( Located right beside
the Abbotsford International Airport ).
Test drive and demo the latest power equipment on Tradex's massive
outdoor field. A post show featured event for landscapers, growers
and garden retailers.
Learn
more
NEW!!
BCLNA Annual General Meeting
Wednesday, September 28th - Light Breakfast at 7:00 AM / Meeting
starts at 7:30 AM.
Pre-Registration Required.
Vancouver Convention Centre.
Container
Competition
Sponsored by Pacific Northwest Propagators.
Container
Competition
Check out the hot trends in container gardening at CanWest's container
competition. The beautiful designs
will be featured at the show entrance. Judging will take place on
Wednesday, September 28th. Want to add your container to this competition?
Contact Karen: (604)575-3504.
New Plants & Sustainable Products Showcase
Sponsored by Greenstar Plant Products.
See what's new in BC from new plant introductions and equipment
to hardscape goods and sustainable garden products. This is your
quick-reference guide to the hottest new products located at the
centre of the show floor.
Bookstore
& Cappuccino Bar ....
Opens at 10:00 am.
Pick
up the latest horticulture book while enjoying a latte.
Happy Hour
From 5:00pm - 6:00pm on the first day of the show. Be part of the
fun and connect with other CanWest exhibitors and attendees. Complimentary
treats will be provided.
NEW!!
BCLNA Awards Party
Dinner
Sponsor : HUB International Insurance Brokers.
Wednesday, September 28th - Happy Hour starts at 6:00 PM / Awards
Banquest starts at 7:30 PM.
Pre-Registration required for banquet. No host bar.
Renaissance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside.
Celebrate opening night and join members of the BCLNA for an evening
of fun while honouring the best in the industry. Enjoy amazing 360
degree panoramic views of the city and harbour from the 19th foor
of the Renaissance Vancouver Hotel Harbourside.
Can't make it to the banquet? Join us at 9:30 PM when the doors
open to everyone.
Job Board
Post a notice for employment or check out the job opportunities
that await you. This large bulletin board is located inside the
show entrance.

Attendee Prize Draw : WIN a Piece of the Wild West!!
Sponsored by HUB International Insurance Brokers.
You'll look finer than a frog's hair in his 'n' hers western boots.
Drop your ballot in the box located at the CanWest show entrance.
One lucky cowpoke will win the draw at the end of the show.
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| Getting
to CanWest
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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 VCC
at Canada Place. It's just a 40 minute ride from end to end - King
George station to Waterfront or jump on the Canada Line
at Vancouver International Airport. Canada Line will have you at Waterfront
Station within 30 minutes.
Visit: www.translink.ca
Transit
All suburban services connect with downtown Vancouver's #15 and #17
buses, which provide the closest drop-off service to the VCC.
Visit: www.translink.ca
West
Coast Express
5 round trips each day dropping you off at the front door of the VCC.
Visit: www.westcoastexpress.com
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View
City Map
Parking
Parking is available at
the newly expanded VCC West building ( Near the front of Canada Place
at Burrard Street )
Impark at VCC West 1055 Canada Place : $30 /day. Max vehicle height
6.7'.
Additional Parking at or near Canada Place
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Waterfront Centre: 200 Burrard Street
Commerce Place: 400 Burrard Street
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 VCC range from $16.00 to $30.00
max per day. Most accept Cash, Visa, Mastercard or American Express.
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US Citizens
If
traveling by car, when entering Canada from the United States, U.S.
citizens must show a valid U.S. passport. U.S. citizens entering Canada
from another country other than the United States 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.
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