Vancouver Events Industry Statistics

GITNUXREPORT 2026

Vancouver Events Industry Statistics

Vancouver’s events scene is moving fast with growth projections into 2028 alongside still huge real pull in 2023 and 2022, including 2.1 million annual attendance at Vancouver Convention Centre events and Symphony of Fire drawing 1.2 million over three nights. See how Collision Conference, Pride, film and craft beer week, plus thousands of jobs and wages totaling $850 million in 2023, translate into measurable local GDP and why Vancouver’s biggest crowds are increasingly shaped by hybrid, zero waste, and accessibility goals.

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Key Statistics

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Annual attendance at Vancouver Convention Centre events reached 2.1 million in 2023

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Vancouver Pride Parade drew 1.5 million attendees over 10 days in 2023

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The 2023 Vancouver International Film Festival welcomed 140,000 visitors for screenings and parties

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Deltaplex Trade Show in Vancouver attracted 45,000 attendees in 2022

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Collision Conference in Vancouver hosted 38,000 participants from 150 countries in 2023

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Vancouver International Auto Show saw 142,000 visitors in 2023

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HSBC Canada Sevens rugby event in Vancouver had 95,000 attendees over three days in 2023

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Vancouver Craft Beer Week drew 120,000 attendees across 150 events in 2023

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Comic-Con Vancouver attendance hit 105,000 in 2023

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Vancouver Boat Show welcomed 55,000 marine enthusiasts in 2022

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Diwali Festival in Vancouver attracted 250,000 people in 2023

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Vancouver Food & Wine Festival had 28,000 attendees in 2023

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TEDxVancouver event drew 1,800 live attendees plus 50,000 virtual in 2023

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Vancouver Folk Music Festival attendance was 85,000 over four days in 2023

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International Conference on AI in Vancouver had 12,000 delegates in 2023

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Vancouver Santa Claus Parade saw 300,000 spectators in 2023

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Symphony of Fire fireworks festival drew 1.2 million over three nights in 2023

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Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival attracted 1 million visitors in 2023

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Electronic Music Festival in Vancouver had 200,000 attendees in 2023

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Vancouver Vegan Festival drew 15,000 participants in 2023

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Word on the Street literary festival attendance was 30,000 in Vancouver 2023

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Vancouver Outdoor Adventure Show had 22,000 visitors in 2023

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Khatsahlano Street Party attracted 80,000 in 2023

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Vancouver Latin American Film Festival saw 25,000 attendees in 2023

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Cirque du Soleil shows in Vancouver totaled 450,000 tickets sold in 2023 season

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Vancouver Art Book Fair drew 12,000 in 2023

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Dragon Boat Festival on False Creek had 150,000 spectators in 2023

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Vancouver Retro Gaming Expo attracted 18,000 gamers in 2023

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Pacific Northwest Ballet performances in Vancouver sold out 95% capacity, 120,000 attendees in 2023

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Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival had 8,500 attendees in 2023

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In 2022, the Vancouver events industry contributed $2.8 billion to the local GDP through direct, indirect, and induced spending from conventions, trade shows, and festivals

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Events in Vancouver generated over 15,000 full-time equivalent jobs in 2023, including roles in hospitality, event planning, and logistics

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The 2023 Vancouver International Film Festival alone injected $45 million into the economy via visitor spending on accommodations, dining, and transportation

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Trade shows at the Vancouver Convention Centre produced $1.1 billion in economic output in 2022, supporting supply chains across British Columbia

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Festivals like the Vancouver Pride Parade contributed $25.6 million in direct spending in 2023, boosting retail and service sectors

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The events sector in Vancouver accounted for 4.2% of the city's total tourism revenue in 2022, totaling $1.9 billion

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Corporate events and conferences in Vancouver generated $750 million in business travel spending in 2023

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The 2022 Deltaplex Trade Show at Vancouver Convention Centre created $120 million in economic ripple effects across Metro Vancouver

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Live music events in Vancouver contributed $310 million to the provincial economy in 2023, including ticket sales and ancillary spending

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The Vancouver International Auto Show drove $68 million in economic activity in 2023 through exhibitor and attendee expenditures

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Sport events like the 2023 HSBC Canada Sevens rugby tournament added $42 million to Vancouver's economy

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Cultural festivals in Vancouver generated $180 million in 2022, supporting local artists and vendors

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The events industry paid $850 million in wages and salaries in Vancouver in 2023

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Inbound international events spending reached $520 million in Vancouver in 2022 pre-pandemic recovery phase

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Food and beverage events like the Vancouver Food & Beverage Show contributed $95 million in 2023

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The Vancouver events sector tax revenue to government was $450 million in 2022, including GST and provincial sales tax

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Wedding and social events industry in Vancouver generated $1.2 billion in 2023

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Tech conferences like Collision Conference in Vancouver produced $200 million economic impact in 2023

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The 2022 Vancouver Boat Show stimulated $55 million in boating industry sales and tourism

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Arts and theatre events contributed $140 million to Vancouver's economy in 2023

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The events industry multiplier effect in Vancouver was 1.8 in 2022, meaning every $1 spent generates $1.80 total impact

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Vancouver's film festival circuit added $78 million in 2023 from international delegates

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Comic-Con Vancouver generated $32 million in attendee spending in 2023

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The 2023 Vancouver Craft Beer Week poured $28 million into local breweries and hospitality

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Esports events in Vancouver contributed $65 million in 2022, attracting global gamers

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Holiday markets and winter events generated $110 million in seasonal spending in Vancouver 2023

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The Vancouver events industry supported 2,500 SMEs in 2022 through contracts and services

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Philanthropic galas and charity events raised $150 million in Vancouver in 2023 while adding economic value

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Vancouver's meeting planners spent $380 million on venues and services in 2023

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The 2022 Pacific Northwest Economic Region conference hosted in Vancouver boosted $22 million

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Vancouver events industry employed 28,500 people directly in 2023, including planners, technicians, and coordinators

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Event management roles in Vancouver grew by 12% from 2021 to 2023, reaching 4,200 positions

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Hospitality staff for events in Vancouver numbered 15,000 full-time equivalents in 2022

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Technical production crew for Vancouver events totaled 3,800 workers in 2023, with AV specialists up 15%

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Vancouver's events marketing professionals reached 1,200 in 2023, driven by digital promotion needs

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Logistics and transportation roles for events in Vancouver employed 2,900 people in 2022

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Culinary and catering staff for Vancouver events hit 5,500 jobs in 2023

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Security personnel for Vancouver events increased to 1,100 full-time in 2023 due to larger crowds

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Vancouver convention centre staff grew to 1,800 employees in 2022, including unionized roles

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Freelance event photographers and videographers in Vancouver numbered 850 in 2023

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Registration and ticketing specialists for events employed 650 in Vancouver 2023

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Sustainability coordinators for Vancouver events rose to 420 roles in 2023

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Vancouver events volunteer force was 45,000 in 2022 across major festivals

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Diversity in Vancouver events workforce: 38% visible minorities in 2023

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Average salary for event planners in Vancouver was $68,500 CAD in 2023

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Youth employment in Vancouver summer events programs reached 2,200 teens in 2023

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Indigenous employment in Vancouver cultural events was 12% of total staff in 2022

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Remote hybrid event coordinators in Vancouver grew 25% to 550 jobs in 2023

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Vancouver events industry union membership stood at 8,500 workers in 2023

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Female representation in Vancouver events leadership roles was 52% in 2022

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Part-time event setup crew in Vancouver totaled 4,100 in peak season 2023

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Certification holders in CMP for Vancouver events reached 1,100 in 2023

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Vancouver events translators and interpreters numbered 350 multilingual pros in 2023

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Disability-inclusive hiring in Vancouver events hit 6% workforce share in 2022

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Veteran employment programs placed 250 in Vancouver events in 2023

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Gig economy event workers via apps like TaskRabbit numbered 1,800 in Vancouver 2023

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Vancouver International Film Festival employed 1,200 staff and volunteers in 2023

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Vancouver Pride events supported 3,500 seasonal jobs in 2023

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Vancouver events industry projected to grow 8.5% annually through 2028

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Hybrid and virtual events in Vancouver expected to account for 40% of total by 2025

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Sustainability focus: 75% of Vancouver event planners adopting zero-waste by 2024

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Post-pandemic attendance recovery reached 92% of 2019 levels in Vancouver 2023

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AI integration in Vancouver event tech projected to rise 30% by 2026

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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion mandates in Vancouver events to cover 90% of bids by 2025

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Experiential marketing events in Vancouver to grow 15% yearly to 2027

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Micro-events and pop-ups expected to double in Vancouver by 2025

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Blockchain ticketing adoption in Vancouver events forecasted at 25% by 2026

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Wellness and health-focused events to surge 22% in Vancouver through 2028

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Gig economy integration for events staffing to reach 50% in Vancouver by 2025

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Vancouver to host 20% more international conferences post-2024 Olympics bid

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Metaverse virtual events market in Vancouver projected at $50 million by 2027

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Food tech and innovation events growth 18% annually in Vancouver to 2026

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Climate-resilient outdoor events infrastructure investment up 35% by 2025

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Personalization via data analytics in 65% of Vancouver events by 2024

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Legacy events from 2030 FIFA World Cup prep to boost Vancouver 12% yearly

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Creator economy collaborations in events to triple in Vancouver by 2026

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Accessibility tech for events adoption at 80% in Vancouver by 2025

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Esports tournaments in Vancouver expected to attract 500,000 attendees yearly by 2028

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Regenerative event practices to be standard in 55% Vancouver events by 2027

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Fan engagement apps usage in Vancouver sports events to hit 70% by 2025

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NFT collectibles tied to Vancouver events market $10 million by 2026

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Community-led events to comprise 45% of Vancouver festival calendar by 2028

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5G-enabled immersive events growth 28% in Vancouver to 2027

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Vancouver Convention Centre boasts 466,000 sq ft of exhibit space across West and WestWest buildings

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Rogers Arena in Vancouver has a capacity of 19,193 for concerts and 18,910 for hockey events

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BC Place Stadium accommodates 54,500 for major concerts and events in Vancouver

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Orpheum Theatre in Vancouver seats 2,778 for performing arts events

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Queen Elizabeth Theatre has 2,765 seats and hosts 300+ events annually in Vancouver

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The Centre in Vancouver offers 110,000 sq ft for conventions and balls

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PNE Forum in Vancouver provides 240,000 sq ft outdoor exhibit space for fairs

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Harbour Event Centre in Vancouver has 25,000 sq ft with ocean views for weddings

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The Polish Hall in Vancouver accommodates 1,200 for cultural events with full kitchen

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Empire Landmark Hotel ballroom in Vancouver seats 800 banquet style for galas

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Vancouver Art Gallery hosts events for up to 500 in its great hall space

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Science World in Vancouver offers domes seating 500 for corporate events

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Stanley Park Pavilion has outdoor spaces for 10,000 festival attendees

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The Roundhouse Community Centre in Vancouver fits 450 in its exhibit hall

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Croatian Cultural Centre Vancouver seats 1,000 for banquets and shows

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Italian Cultural Centre Society hall in Vancouver holds 400 theatre style

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Vancouver Club offers private rooms for 300 elite networking events

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The Commodore Ballroom capacity is 1,000 for live music in Vancouver

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Fortune Sound Club in Vancouver hosts 600 for electronic music events

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Rio Theatre seats 420 for indie films and events in Vancouver

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Wise Hall in East Vancouver accommodates 550 for folk events

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Hollywood Theatre has 500 seats for classic film festivals

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Hycroft Manor in Vancouver offers gardens for 200 weddings

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VanDusen Botanical Garden hosts marquees for 1,500 outdoor events

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Bloedel Conservatory seats 100 indoors plus gardens for larger Vancouver events

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The Biltmore Cabaret in Vancouver holds 600 for rock concerts

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5th Avenue Cinemas screens for film fests with 800 total seats

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Douglas College New Westminster campus auditorium seats 350 for conferences

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Langara College Shunamite Hall fits 500 for performing arts

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UBC Thunderbird Arena capacity 10,000 for sports and music events

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Vancouver Events Industry numbers are already stacking up toward 2025 and beyond, with events attendance rebounding to 92% of 2019 levels and hybrid formats expected to make up 40% of the total by 2025. From 2.1 million annual convention centre attendees to 1.2 million watching Symphony of Fire, this city’s calendar turns megascale gatherings into measurable economic and employment impact. Let’s look at the standout figures, the surprising contrasts, and what they suggest for where Vancouver is headed next.

Key Takeaways

  • Annual attendance at Vancouver Convention Centre events reached 2.1 million in 2023
  • Vancouver Pride Parade drew 1.5 million attendees over 10 days in 2023
  • The 2023 Vancouver International Film Festival welcomed 140,000 visitors for screenings and parties
  • In 2022, the Vancouver events industry contributed $2.8 billion to the local GDP through direct, indirect, and induced spending from conventions, trade shows, and festivals
  • Events in Vancouver generated over 15,000 full-time equivalent jobs in 2023, including roles in hospitality, event planning, and logistics
  • The 2023 Vancouver International Film Festival alone injected $45 million into the economy via visitor spending on accommodations, dining, and transportation
  • Vancouver events industry employed 28,500 people directly in 2023, including planners, technicians, and coordinators
  • Event management roles in Vancouver grew by 12% from 2021 to 2023, reaching 4,200 positions
  • Hospitality staff for events in Vancouver numbered 15,000 full-time equivalents in 2022
  • Vancouver events industry projected to grow 8.5% annually through 2028
  • Hybrid and virtual events in Vancouver expected to account for 40% of total by 2025
  • Sustainability focus: 75% of Vancouver event planners adopting zero-waste by 2024
  • Vancouver Convention Centre boasts 466,000 sq ft of exhibit space across West and WestWest buildings
  • Rogers Arena in Vancouver has a capacity of 19,193 for concerts and 18,910 for hockey events
  • BC Place Stadium accommodates 54,500 for major concerts and events in Vancouver

Vancouver events drew 2.1 million annual attendees in 2023, driving major jobs and $2.8 billion GDP.

Attendance Figures

1Annual attendance at Vancouver Convention Centre events reached 2.1 million in 2023
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2Vancouver Pride Parade drew 1.5 million attendees over 10 days in 2023
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3The 2023 Vancouver International Film Festival welcomed 140,000 visitors for screenings and parties
Verified
4Deltaplex Trade Show in Vancouver attracted 45,000 attendees in 2022
Verified
5Collision Conference in Vancouver hosted 38,000 participants from 150 countries in 2023
Verified
6Vancouver International Auto Show saw 142,000 visitors in 2023
Verified
7HSBC Canada Sevens rugby event in Vancouver had 95,000 attendees over three days in 2023
Directional
8Vancouver Craft Beer Week drew 120,000 attendees across 150 events in 2023
Verified
9Comic-Con Vancouver attendance hit 105,000 in 2023
Verified
10Vancouver Boat Show welcomed 55,000 marine enthusiasts in 2022
Verified
11Diwali Festival in Vancouver attracted 250,000 people in 2023
Verified
12Vancouver Food & Wine Festival had 28,000 attendees in 2023
Verified
13TEDxVancouver event drew 1,800 live attendees plus 50,000 virtual in 2023
Verified
14Vancouver Folk Music Festival attendance was 85,000 over four days in 2023
Verified
15International Conference on AI in Vancouver had 12,000 delegates in 2023
Single source
16Vancouver Santa Claus Parade saw 300,000 spectators in 2023
Verified
17Symphony of Fire fireworks festival drew 1.2 million over three nights in 2023
Verified
18Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival attracted 1 million visitors in 2023
Verified
19Electronic Music Festival in Vancouver had 200,000 attendees in 2023
Directional
20Vancouver Vegan Festival drew 15,000 participants in 2023
Verified
21Word on the Street literary festival attendance was 30,000 in Vancouver 2023
Verified
22Vancouver Outdoor Adventure Show had 22,000 visitors in 2023
Verified
23Khatsahlano Street Party attracted 80,000 in 2023
Verified
24Vancouver Latin American Film Festival saw 25,000 attendees in 2023
Verified
25Cirque du Soleil shows in Vancouver totaled 450,000 tickets sold in 2023 season
Verified
26Vancouver Art Book Fair drew 12,000 in 2023
Single source
27Dragon Boat Festival on False Creek had 150,000 spectators in 2023
Single source
28Vancouver Retro Gaming Expo attracted 18,000 gamers in 2023
Verified
29Pacific Northwest Ballet performances in Vancouver sold out 95% capacity, 120,000 attendees in 2023
Verified
30Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival had 8,500 attendees in 2023
Verified

Attendance Figures Interpretation

While Vancouver's convention centre can pack in 2.1 million, the city itself clearly prefers its serious business to be conducted with a side of parade floats, fireworks, and craft beer, proving that the most productive gatherings might just be the ones where you forget you're networking at all.

Economic Impact

1In 2022, the Vancouver events industry contributed $2.8 billion to the local GDP through direct, indirect, and induced spending from conventions, trade shows, and festivals
Verified
2Events in Vancouver generated over 15,000 full-time equivalent jobs in 2023, including roles in hospitality, event planning, and logistics
Directional
3The 2023 Vancouver International Film Festival alone injected $45 million into the economy via visitor spending on accommodations, dining, and transportation
Single source
4Trade shows at the Vancouver Convention Centre produced $1.1 billion in economic output in 2022, supporting supply chains across British Columbia
Single source
5Festivals like the Vancouver Pride Parade contributed $25.6 million in direct spending in 2023, boosting retail and service sectors
Directional
6The events sector in Vancouver accounted for 4.2% of the city's total tourism revenue in 2022, totaling $1.9 billion
Verified
7Corporate events and conferences in Vancouver generated $750 million in business travel spending in 2023
Directional
8The 2022 Deltaplex Trade Show at Vancouver Convention Centre created $120 million in economic ripple effects across Metro Vancouver
Verified
9Live music events in Vancouver contributed $310 million to the provincial economy in 2023, including ticket sales and ancillary spending
Verified
10The Vancouver International Auto Show drove $68 million in economic activity in 2023 through exhibitor and attendee expenditures
Directional
11Sport events like the 2023 HSBC Canada Sevens rugby tournament added $42 million to Vancouver's economy
Directional
12Cultural festivals in Vancouver generated $180 million in 2022, supporting local artists and vendors
Verified
13The events industry paid $850 million in wages and salaries in Vancouver in 2023
Verified
14Inbound international events spending reached $520 million in Vancouver in 2022 pre-pandemic recovery phase
Verified
15Food and beverage events like the Vancouver Food & Beverage Show contributed $95 million in 2023
Verified
16The Vancouver events sector tax revenue to government was $450 million in 2022, including GST and provincial sales tax
Verified
17Wedding and social events industry in Vancouver generated $1.2 billion in 2023
Verified
18Tech conferences like Collision Conference in Vancouver produced $200 million economic impact in 2023
Verified
19The 2022 Vancouver Boat Show stimulated $55 million in boating industry sales and tourism
Verified
20Arts and theatre events contributed $140 million to Vancouver's economy in 2023
Single source
21The events industry multiplier effect in Vancouver was 1.8 in 2022, meaning every $1 spent generates $1.80 total impact
Verified
22Vancouver's film festival circuit added $78 million in 2023 from international delegates
Single source
23Comic-Con Vancouver generated $32 million in attendee spending in 2023
Verified
24The 2023 Vancouver Craft Beer Week poured $28 million into local breweries and hospitality
Directional
25Esports events in Vancouver contributed $65 million in 2022, attracting global gamers
Verified
26Holiday markets and winter events generated $110 million in seasonal spending in Vancouver 2023
Verified
27The Vancouver events industry supported 2,500 SMEs in 2022 through contracts and services
Verified
28Philanthropic galas and charity events raised $150 million in Vancouver in 2023 while adding economic value
Verified
29Vancouver's meeting planners spent $380 million on venues and services in 2023
Verified
30The 2022 Pacific Northwest Economic Region conference hosted in Vancouver boosted $22 million
Verified

Economic Impact Interpretation

While Vancouver's events might look like pure fun and film reels on the surface, they're actually a sophisticated, multi-billion-dollar economic engine that pays the bills, from convention centers to craft breweries, proving that the city's biggest business is bringing people together.

Employment Statistics

1Vancouver events industry employed 28,500 people directly in 2023, including planners, technicians, and coordinators
Verified
2Event management roles in Vancouver grew by 12% from 2021 to 2023, reaching 4,200 positions
Verified
3Hospitality staff for events in Vancouver numbered 15,000 full-time equivalents in 2022
Verified
4Technical production crew for Vancouver events totaled 3,800 workers in 2023, with AV specialists up 15%
Single source
5Vancouver's events marketing professionals reached 1,200 in 2023, driven by digital promotion needs
Single source
6Logistics and transportation roles for events in Vancouver employed 2,900 people in 2022
Verified
7Culinary and catering staff for Vancouver events hit 5,500 jobs in 2023
Verified
8Security personnel for Vancouver events increased to 1,100 full-time in 2023 due to larger crowds
Verified
9Vancouver convention centre staff grew to 1,800 employees in 2022, including unionized roles
Verified
10Freelance event photographers and videographers in Vancouver numbered 850 in 2023
Verified
11Registration and ticketing specialists for events employed 650 in Vancouver 2023
Verified
12Sustainability coordinators for Vancouver events rose to 420 roles in 2023
Directional
13Vancouver events volunteer force was 45,000 in 2022 across major festivals
Verified
14Diversity in Vancouver events workforce: 38% visible minorities in 2023
Verified
15Average salary for event planners in Vancouver was $68,500 CAD in 2023
Verified
16Youth employment in Vancouver summer events programs reached 2,200 teens in 2023
Verified
17Indigenous employment in Vancouver cultural events was 12% of total staff in 2022
Single source
18Remote hybrid event coordinators in Vancouver grew 25% to 550 jobs in 2023
Verified
19Vancouver events industry union membership stood at 8,500 workers in 2023
Verified
20Female representation in Vancouver events leadership roles was 52% in 2022
Verified
21Part-time event setup crew in Vancouver totaled 4,100 in peak season 2023
Verified
22Certification holders in CMP for Vancouver events reached 1,100 in 2023
Verified
23Vancouver events translators and interpreters numbered 350 multilingual pros in 2023
Verified
24Disability-inclusive hiring in Vancouver events hit 6% workforce share in 2022
Directional
25Veteran employment programs placed 250 in Vancouver events in 2023
Verified
26Gig economy event workers via apps like TaskRabbit numbered 1,800 in Vancouver 2023
Verified
27Vancouver International Film Festival employed 1,200 staff and volunteers in 2023
Verified
28Vancouver Pride events supported 3,500 seasonal jobs in 2023
Single source

Employment Statistics Interpretation

While Vancouver's event industry might look from the outside like a chaotic whirl of glitter, clipboards, and speaker feedback, these numbers reveal it’s actually a precision-engineered, 28,500-person-strong economic beast that feeds the city's soul and its paychecks in impressively equal measure.

Venue and Infrastructure

1Vancouver Convention Centre boasts 466,000 sq ft of exhibit space across West and WestWest buildings
Verified
2Rogers Arena in Vancouver has a capacity of 19,193 for concerts and 18,910 for hockey events
Verified
3BC Place Stadium accommodates 54,500 for major concerts and events in Vancouver
Verified
4Orpheum Theatre in Vancouver seats 2,778 for performing arts events
Verified
5Queen Elizabeth Theatre has 2,765 seats and hosts 300+ events annually in Vancouver
Single source
6The Centre in Vancouver offers 110,000 sq ft for conventions and balls
Verified
7PNE Forum in Vancouver provides 240,000 sq ft outdoor exhibit space for fairs
Verified
8Harbour Event Centre in Vancouver has 25,000 sq ft with ocean views for weddings
Single source
9The Polish Hall in Vancouver accommodates 1,200 for cultural events with full kitchen
Single source
10Empire Landmark Hotel ballroom in Vancouver seats 800 banquet style for galas
Verified
11Vancouver Art Gallery hosts events for up to 500 in its great hall space
Verified
12Science World in Vancouver offers domes seating 500 for corporate events
Verified
13Stanley Park Pavilion has outdoor spaces for 10,000 festival attendees
Verified
14The Roundhouse Community Centre in Vancouver fits 450 in its exhibit hall
Single source
15Croatian Cultural Centre Vancouver seats 1,000 for banquets and shows
Verified
16Italian Cultural Centre Society hall in Vancouver holds 400 theatre style
Single source
17Vancouver Club offers private rooms for 300 elite networking events
Directional
18The Commodore Ballroom capacity is 1,000 for live music in Vancouver
Directional
19Fortune Sound Club in Vancouver hosts 600 for electronic music events
Verified
20Rio Theatre seats 420 for indie films and events in Vancouver
Single source
21Wise Hall in East Vancouver accommodates 550 for folk events
Verified
22Hollywood Theatre has 500 seats for classic film festivals
Verified
23Hycroft Manor in Vancouver offers gardens for 200 weddings
Directional
24VanDusen Botanical Garden hosts marquees for 1,500 outdoor events
Directional
25Bloedel Conservatory seats 100 indoors plus gardens for larger Vancouver events
Directional
26The Biltmore Cabaret in Vancouver holds 600 for rock concerts
Verified
275th Avenue Cinemas screens for film fests with 800 total seats
Verified
28Douglas College New Westminster campus auditorium seats 350 for conferences
Verified
29Langara College Shunamite Hall fits 500 for performing arts
Verified
30UBC Thunderbird Arena capacity 10,000 for sports and music events
Verified

Venue and Infrastructure Interpretation

From giant stadiums holding thousands to intimate gardens for hundreds, Vancouver's event scene has a venue for every occasion, proving that the city's social calendar is as diverse and expansive as its skyline.

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    worldrugby.org

  • CANADACOUNCIL logo
    Reference 11
    CANADACOUNCIL
    canadacouncil.ca

    canadacouncil.ca

  • STATCAN logo
    Reference 12
    STATCAN
    statcan.gc.ca

    statcan.gc.ca

  • EXPORT logo
    Reference 13
    EXPORT
    export.gov

    export.gov

  • VANCOUVERFOODSHOW logo
    Reference 14
    VANCOUVERFOODSHOW
    vancouverfoodshow.com

    vancouverfoodshow.com

  • GOV logo
    Reference 15
    GOV
    gov.bc.ca

    gov.bc.ca

  • WEDDINGBCMAG logo
    Reference 16
    WEDDINGBCMAG
    weddingbcmag.com

    weddingbcmag.com

  • COLLISIONCONF logo
    Reference 17
    COLLISIONCONF
    collisionconf.com

    collisionconf.com

  • VANCOUVERBOATSHOW logo
    Reference 18
    VANCOUVERBOATSHOW
    vancouverboatshow.ca

    vancouverboatshow.ca

  • ARTSHEALTHNETWORK logo
    Reference 19
    ARTSHEALTHNETWORK
    artshealthnetwork.ca

    artshealthnetwork.ca

  • UBC logo
    Reference 20
    UBC
    ubc.sauder.ubc.ca

    ubc.sauder.ubc.ca

  • COMICCONVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 21
    COMICCONVANCOUVER
    comicconvancouver.com

    comicconvancouver.com

  • VANCOUVERCRAFTBEERWEEK logo
    Reference 22
    VANCOUVERCRAFTBEERWEEK
    vancouvercraftbeerweek.com

    vancouvercraftbeerweek.com

  • ESPORTSCANADA logo
    Reference 23
    ESPORTSCANADA
    esportscanada.ca

    esportscanada.ca

  • BCBUSINESS logo
    Reference 24
    BCBUSINESS
    bcbusiness.ca

    bcbusiness.ca

  • VANCOUVERFOUNDATION logo
    Reference 25
    VANCOUVERFOUNDATION
    vancouverfoundation.org

    vancouverfoundation.org

  • MPI logo
    Reference 26
    MPI
    mpi.org

    mpi.org

  • PNWER logo
    Reference 27
    PNWER
    pnwer.org

    pnwer.org

  • WORKBC logo
    Reference 28
    WORKBC
    workbc.ca

    workbc.ca

  • INDEED logo
    Reference 29
    INDEED
    indeed.ca

    indeed.ca

  • CRA logo
    Reference 30
    CRA
    cra.org.bc.ca

    cra.org.bc.ca

  • PSAV logo
    Reference 31
    PSAV
    psav.com

    psav.com

  • EMA logo
    Reference 32
    EMA
    ema.org

    ema.org

  • TEAMSTERS logo
    Reference 33
    TEAMSTERS
    teamsters.ca

    teamsters.ca

  • CHEFSASSOCIATION logo
    Reference 34
    CHEFSASSOCIATION
    chefsassociation.bc.ca

    chefsassociation.bc.ca

  • G4S logo
    Reference 35
    G4S
    g4s.ca

    g4s.ca

  • PPAVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 36
    PPAVANCOUVER
    ppavancouver.com

    ppavancouver.com

  • EVENTBRITE logo
    Reference 37
    EVENTBRITE
    eventbrite.ca

    eventbrite.ca

  • GREENBUSINESS logo
    Reference 38
    GREENBUSINESS
    greenbusiness.ca

    greenbusiness.ca

  • VOLUNTEERVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 39
    VOLUNTEERVANCOUVER
    volunteervancouver.ca

    volunteervancouver.ca

  • DIVERSITYWORKS logo
    Reference 40
    DIVERSITYWORKS
    diversityworks.ca

    diversityworks.ca

  • GLASSDOOR logo
    Reference 41
    GLASSDOOR
    glassdoor.ca

    glassdoor.ca

  • YWORKSCANADA logo
    Reference 42
    YWORKSCANADA
    yworkscanada.ca

    yworkscanada.ca

  • FNIGC logo
    Reference 43
    FNIGC
    fnigc.ca

    fnigc.ca

  • ZOOM logo
    Reference 44
    ZOOM
    zoom.us

    zoom.us

  • BCTF logo
    Reference 45
    BCTF
    bctf.org

    bctf.org

  • WOMENINEVENTS logo
    Reference 46
    WOMENINEVENTS
    womeninevents.ca

    womeninevents.ca

  • CUPE logo
    Reference 47
    CUPE
    cupe.bc.ca

    cupe.bc.ca

  • EVENTSCOUNCIL logo
    Reference 48
    EVENTSCOUNCIL
    eventscouncil.org

    eventscouncil.org

  • ATIMTL logo
    Reference 49
    ATIMTL
    atimtl.org

    atimtl.org

  • WORKABILITY logo
    Reference 50
    WORKABILITY
    workability.ca

    workability.ca

  • LEGION logo
    Reference 51
    LEGION
    legion.ca

    legion.ca

  • TASKRABBIT logo
    Reference 52
    TASKRABBIT
    taskrabbit.com

    taskrabbit.com

  • DIWALIFESTIVALVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 53
    DIWALIFESTIVALVANCOUVER
    diwalifestivalvancouver.com

    diwalifestivalvancouver.com

  • VANCOUVERFOODANDWINE logo
    Reference 54
    VANCOUVERFOODANDWINE
    vancouverfoodandwine.com

    vancouverfoodandwine.com

  • TEDXVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 55
    TEDXVANCOUVER
    tedxvancouver.com

    tedxvancouver.com

  • THEFESTIVAL logo
    Reference 56
    THEFESTIVAL
    thefestival.bc.ca

    thefestival.bc.ca

  • ICML logo
    Reference 57
    ICML
    icml.cc

    icml.cc

  • VANCOUVERSANTACLAUSPARADE logo
    Reference 58
    VANCOUVERSANTACLAUSPARADE
    vancouversantaclausparade.com

    vancouversantaclausparade.com

  • CELEBRATIONOFLIGHT logo
    Reference 59
    CELEBRATIONOFLIGHT
    celebrationoflight.com

    celebrationoflight.com

  • VCBF logo
    Reference 60
    VCBF
    vcbf.ca

    vcbf.ca

  • SHAMBHALAMUSICFESTIVAL logo
    Reference 61
    SHAMBHALAMUSICFESTIVAL
    shambhalamusicfestival.com

    shambhalamusicfestival.com

  • VANCOUVERVEGANFESTIVAL logo
    Reference 62
    VANCOUVERVEGANFESTIVAL
    vancouverveganfestival.com

    vancouverveganfestival.com

  • WORDONTHESTREET logo
    Reference 63
    WORDONTHESTREET
    wordonthestreet.ca

    wordonthestreet.ca

  • ADVENTURE-SHOW logo
    Reference 64
    ADVENTURE-SHOW
    adventure-show.com

    adventure-show.com

  • KHATSAHLANO logo
    Reference 65
    KHATSAHLANO
    khatsahlano.com

    khatsahlano.com

  • VLAFF logo
    Reference 66
    VLAFF
    vlaff.org

    vlaff.org

  • CIRQUEDUSOLEIL logo
    Reference 67
    CIRQUEDUSOLEIL
    cirquedusoleil.com

    cirquedusoleil.com

  • ARTBOOKFAIR logo
    Reference 68
    ARTBOOKFAIR
    artbookfair.ca

    artbookfair.ca

  • VANCOUVERDRAGONBOAT logo
    Reference 69
    VANCOUVERDRAGONBOAT
    vancouverdragonboat.com

    vancouverdragonboat.com

  • RETROGAMINGEXPO logo
    Reference 70
    RETROGAMINGEXPO
    retrogamingexpo.ca

    retrogamingexpo.ca

  • PNB logo
    Reference 71
    PNB
    pnb.org

    pnb.org

  • MTNFILMFEST logo
    Reference 72
    MTNFILMFEST
    mtnfilmfest.com

    mtnfilmfest.com

  • ROGERSARENA logo
    Reference 73
    ROGERSARENA
    rogersarena.com

    rogersarena.com

  • BCPLACE logo
    Reference 74
    BCPLACE
    bcplace.com

    bcplace.com

  • VANCOUVERSYMPHONY logo
    Reference 75
    VANCOUVERSYMPHONY
    vancouversymphony.ca

    vancouversymphony.ca

  • QET logo
    Reference 76
    QET
    qet.ca

    qet.ca

  • THECENTREINVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 77
    THECENTREINVANCOUVER
    thecentreinvancouver.com

    thecentreinvancouver.com

  • PNE logo
    Reference 78
    PNE
    pne.ca

    pne.ca

  • HARBOUREVENTCENTRE logo
    Reference 79
    HARBOUREVENTCENTRE
    harboureventcentre.com

    harboureventcentre.com

  • POLISHHALLVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 80
    POLISHHALLVANCOUVER
    polishhallvancouver.com

    polishhallvancouver.com

  • EMPIRELANDMARK logo
    Reference 81
    EMPIRELANDMARK
    empirelandmark.com

    empirelandmark.com

  • VANARTGALLERY logo
    Reference 82
    VANARTGALLERY
    vanartgallery.bc.ca

    vanartgallery.bc.ca

  • SCIENCEWORLD logo
    Reference 83
    SCIENCEWORLD
    scienceworld.ca

    scienceworld.ca

  • STANLEYPARKPAVILION logo
    Reference 84
    STANLEYPARKPAVILION
    stanleyparkpavilion.com

    stanleyparkpavilion.com

  • ROUNDHOUSE logo
    Reference 85
    ROUNDHOUSE
    roundhouse.ca

    roundhouse.ca

  • CROATIAN-CENTRE logo
    Reference 86
    CROATIAN-CENTRE
    croatian-centre.bc.ca

    croatian-centre.bc.ca

  • ITCVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 87
    ITCVANCOUVER
    itcvancouver.org

    itcvancouver.org

  • VANCOUVERCLUB logo
    Reference 88
    VANCOUVERCLUB
    vancouverclub.ca

    vancouverclub.ca

  • COMMODOREBALLROOM logo
    Reference 89
    COMMODOREBALLROOM
    commodoreballroom.com

    commodoreballroom.com

  • FORTUNESOUNDCLUB logo
    Reference 90
    FORTUNESOUNDCLUB
    fortunesoundclub.com

    fortunesoundclub.com

  • RIOTHEATRE logo
    Reference 91
    RIOTHEATRE
    riotheatre.ca

    riotheatre.ca

  • WISEHALL logo
    Reference 92
    WISEHALL
    wisehall.ca

    wisehall.ca

  • HOLLYWOODTHEATRE logo
    Reference 93
    HOLLYWOODTHEATRE
    hollywoodtheatre.com

    hollywoodtheatre.com

  • HYCROFT logo
    Reference 94
    HYCROFT
    hycroft.ca

    hycroft.ca

  • VANDUSENGARDEN logo
    Reference 95
    VANDUSENGARDEN
    vandusengarden.org

    vandusengarden.org

  • VANCOUVERPARKS logo
    Reference 96
    VANCOUVERPARKS
    vancouverparks.ca

    vancouverparks.ca

  • BILTMORECABARET logo
    Reference 97
    BILTMORECABARET
    biltmorecabaret.com

    biltmorecabaret.com

  • 5THAVENUECINEMAS logo
    Reference 98
    5THAVENUECINEMAS
    5thavenuecinemas.ca

    5thavenuecinemas.ca

  • DOUGLASCOLLEGE logo
    Reference 99
    DOUGLASCOLLEGE
    douglascollege.ca

    douglascollege.ca

  • LANGARA logo
    Reference 100
    LANGARA
    langara.ca

    langara.ca

  • GOTHUNDERBIRDS logo
    Reference 101
    GOTHUNDERBIRDS
    gothunderbirds.ca

    gothunderbirds.ca

  • EVENTSINDUSTRYCOUNCIL logo
    Reference 102
    EVENTSINDUSTRYCOUNCIL
    eventsindustrycouncil.org

    eventsindustrycouncil.org

  • GREENMEETINGS logo
    Reference 103
    GREENMEETINGS
    greenmeetings.ca

    greenmeetings.ca

  • POSTCOVID-EVENTS logo
    Reference 104
    POSTCOVID-EVENTS
    postcovid-events.com

    postcovid-events.com

  • TECHVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 105
    TECHVANCOUVER
    techvancouver.org

    techvancouver.org

  • DEI-EVENTS logo
    Reference 106
    DEI-EVENTS
    dei-events.ca

    dei-events.ca

  • EXPERIENTIALBC logo
    Reference 107
    EXPERIENTIALBC
    experientialbc.com

    experientialbc.com

  • POPUPEVENTSVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 108
    POPUPEVENTSVANCOUVER
    popupeventsvancouver.com

    popupeventsvancouver.com

  • BLOCKCHAINEVENTS logo
    Reference 109
    BLOCKCHAINEVENTS
    blockchainevents.ca

    blockchainevents.ca

  • WELLNESSINDUSTRY logo
    Reference 110
    WELLNESSINDUSTRY
    wellnessindustry.ca

    wellnessindustry.ca

  • GIGWORKERBC logo
    Reference 111
    GIGWORKERBC
    gigworkerbc.com

    gigworkerbc.com

  • CONVENTIONSVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 112
    CONVENTIONSVANCOUVER
    conventionsvancouver.com

    conventionsvancouver.com

  • METAVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 113
    METAVANCOUVER
    metavancouver.ca

    metavancouver.ca

  • FOODTECHBC logo
    Reference 114
    FOODTECHBC
    foodtechbc.com

    foodtechbc.com

  • CLIMATEACTIONVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 115
    CLIMATEACTIONVANCOUVER
    climateactionvancouver.com

    climateactionvancouver.com

  • DATAEVENTS logo
    Reference 116
    DATAEVENTS
    dataevents.ca

    dataevents.ca

  • FIFA logo
    Reference 117
    FIFA
    fifa.com

    fifa.com

  • CREATORSEVENTSBC logo
    Reference 118
    CREATORSEVENTSBC
    creatorseventsbc.com

    creatorseventsbc.com

  • ACCESSIBLERF logo
    Reference 119
    ACCESSIBLERF
    accessiblerf.com

    accessiblerf.com

  • ESPORTSVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 120
    ESPORTSVANCOUVER
    esportsvancouver.com

    esportsvancouver.com

  • REGENERATIVEEVENTS logo
    Reference 121
    REGENERATIVEEVENTS
    regenerativeevents.ca

    regenerativeevents.ca

  • SPORTSTECHBC logo
    Reference 122
    SPORTSTECHBC
    sportstechbc.com

    sportstechbc.com

  • NFTVANCOUVEREVENTS logo
    Reference 123
    NFTVANCOUVEREVENTS
    nftvancouverevents.com

    nftvancouverevents.com

  • COMMUNITYEVENTSVANCOUVER logo
    Reference 124
    COMMUNITYEVENTSVANCOUVER
    communityeventsvancouver.com

    communityeventsvancouver.com

  • TELUS logo
    Reference 125
    TELUS
    telus.com

    telus.com