VANCOUVER EXHIBITOR INFORMATION
Venue Logistics
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Location: West Exhibition Hall A, Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre West Building, 1055 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC V6C 3C1
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Parking: Parking is available at the Impark parking lot for a fee. You can enter the lot off of Canada Place, 1/2 block West of the Burrard Street intersection on the right-hand side. If you require any assistance with Impark parking, please call 1-866-277-5501.
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Food and Beverage: A light meal will be available to all exhibitors. Feel free to grab some food when you have a free moment.
DATE | HOURS | DETAILS |
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9:00am – 12:00pm | Exhibitor Set-Up
*booths must be set up by 11:30am for Build a Dream staff to do a final walk-through.* | |
Tuesday, November 4th, 2025 | 12:00pm – 6:00pm | You’re Hired! Trade Skills Series Hours |
6:00pm – 8:00pm | Exhibitor Tear Down
*exhibitors cannot begin tear down until the event has concluded* |
Pre-Event Checklist
Registration
Exhibitor registration form completed
Exhibitor Passes
Extra exhibitor passes ordered (if required) To order more passes at $40 each, please contact Andrea: andrea@webuildadream.com
Power, Wi-Fi & Furniture
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All power and Wi-Fi needs, as well as extra chairs/tables must be ordered through the Vancouver Convention Centre How to Order To order, head to the Vancouver Convention Centre ordering page: https://www.vancouverconventioncentre.com/services/exhibitor-services/online-ordering
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Click on Exhibitor Ordering, find the You’re Hired! Trade Skills Series event, and choose Go to Store. From there, enter the first 10 characters of your organization’s name
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Scroll down the navigation panel to find Our Services, and add selected items to the cart
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When finished, click on the shopping cart (top right corner of the page) and click Checkout
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Click Sign up to create a new account For any assistance, please contact exhibitor services at exhibitservices@vancouverconventioncentre.com or +1-604-647-7480
Talent Loop
Organization registered on Talent Loop
Talent Loop registration link: https://talentloop.ca/talentloop/register
Load-In Instructions
All materials can be brought in through the main doors of the Vancouver Convention Centre before heading downstairs to West Exhibition Hall A. If you have large equipment and need more space for loading, please reach out to Andrea ahead of time to arrange the best entry point for you.
Important Note
Due to WorkSafeBC regulations all exhibitors are required to wear WorkSafeBC approved high-visibility vests at all times during move-in and move-out periods. If you do not own a personal safety vest, safety vests are available for purchase online and will be stored at the Exhibit Services Office for pickup during event move-in. Alternatively, there are vending machines available throughout the Vancouver Convention Centre offering safety vests for purchase. The vending machines are located at the West Loading Bays and East Delegate Concourse.
What to Expect
Attendees
Job-seekers, graduates, apprentices and tradespeople alike will be at this wonderful event! The You’re Hired! Trade Skills Series provides the opportunity for attendees to develop their skills, receive job-related certifications, network with other industry professionals, and connect with potential employers. It also provides individuals with the chance to receive personalized assistance in our Career Support Clinic, led by our fantastic Career Services Team. As an exhibitor, you are not only showcasing your programs, services and training, but finding potential talent for your organization and helping these attendees become better prepared for the workforce.
Main Components of the You’re Hired! Trade Skills Series:
Career Pathways Exploration
Exhibitor booths will be located in the Career Pathways Exploration section. This area is a dedicated career-focused space that connects job seekers, students and apprentices with professionals and potential employers that are looking to recruit talent and promote programs, services and career opportunities in their field. Attendees will seek to engage with you in this space and learn more about your organization and what you offer.
Career Support Clinic
The Career Support Clinic is a dedicated space on-site that serves as an educational and professional resource for attendees. Managed by our expert Build a Dream Career Services Team, the clinic offers a range of services, including resume review, interview prep and discussions around career pathways and opportunities. Attendees can also get guidance on upskilling, job hunting, and tailored career support. This clinic compliments the You’re Hired! Trade Skills Series, providing valuable resources for individuals looking to become better prepared for the workforce.
Skilled Connections Meetup
Skills Connections provides a space for meaningful mentorship and networking between skilled trades professionals, apprentices, students and community members. It encourages attendees to make connections that can open doors to career growth, industry insights and new opportunities. There will be 3 timeslots for this networking segment, including 11:00-11:30am, 2:00pm-2:30pm and 6:30-7:30pm. Feel free to join this amazing meetup if you are interested – but please note that at least one representative from your organization should always be at your exhibitor booth.
Certifications
We are proud to be partnering with Electrical Joint Training Committee and Haland Learning to provide attendees with the opportunity to complete two certifications on-site at the You’re Hired! Trade Skills Series event. These certifications include:
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Fall Protection
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Confined Space
Training Talent Loop
What is Talent Loop?
Talent Loop is a platform that connects potential employers with job seekers by allowing employers to post job openings, review applicants’ profiles, and provide valuable feedback. In turn, job seekers can showcase their qualifications and receive important insights to improve their job readiness. Talent Loop creates a network and communication channel for all users, which allows for ongoing recruitment efforts beyond the event.
Registration Process
Registering for Talent Loop is easy, simply head to https://talentloop.ca/talentloop/register to begin the process. You will need to create an account and set up a company profile page as either a job-seeker or an employer. The account should be set up with a generic email or a hiring manager’s email address, whichever is easiest for you to access. All devices that you will be using at the You’re Hired! Trade Skills Series (laptop, tablet, cell phone, etc.) should be logged into the same company account that has been created.
Features
On your company profile, you can add key details such as your location, job openings, benefits, and awards, making it easy for job seekers to access important information and apply for current roles. Each job posting allows you to review applicants’ profiles, which include their bio, headshot, and resume. You will be able to assign them a 'Ready to Hire' score – Yes, No, or Maybe – and provide personalized feedback to help the candidate improve. If a candidate shows potential but doesn’t fit your current criteria for a role, you can add them to your "Roster" for future opportunities.
Attendees will receive instructions via email before the event to create their own profile on the Talent Loop website. Their profile will include a bio, headshot, resume, and a QR code that you can scan at the event. Even if your company isn’t actively hiring, you can scan these QR codes to view candidates' qualifications and offer valuable feedback both in person and through the site to help them prepare for future job opportunities. Talent Loop can be used beyond the You're Hired! Trade Skills Series, as employers can post job openings at any time, and job seekers can always log in to search for new opportunities.
Load-Out
Instructions All materials can be brought out through the main doors of the Convention Centre (or another location if you have pre-arranged an alternative entry/exit point). Please ensure that all your materials have been packed up and your load-out is complete by 8:00PM.
Questions?
Questions or concerns can be directed to Andrea at andrea@webuildadream.com