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Floor Plan
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2011 Exhibitor List
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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.

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Show Dates & Location

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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Show Features & Highlights


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.

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Seminars
Wednesday, September 28th and Thursday September 29th.
An exceptional program featuring internationally acclaimed speakers and industry leaders.

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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.

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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.

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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

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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Parking & Directions

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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
...

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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Visitors to Canada

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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