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50% Off Ticket Sale On Now!


Get Your Customers Ready to Save! On Sale Now to Sunday December 14

 

Save 50% Off Vancouver Boat Show Tickets!

 

1 Ticket - 2 Great Locations

Vancouver Convention Centre West & Granville Island.

 







We have sent out Consumer Newsletters to the Skipper's Club audience and launched a social media campaign. The ticket purchase page is now live here


You can access VIBS logo files and Ticket Sale graphics here

E-Tickets Sponsored by:

Book Your Space In The Official VIBS Show Guide


If you aim to maximize your exposure at the Vancouver Boat Show book your space in the Official Show Guide of the Vancouver Boat Show.

 

7,000 copies distributed at the show PLUS 55,000 digital copies emailed to BC boaters prior to the show through the Vancouver Boat Show newsletter, Canadian Boating OnBOARD newsletter and all related social media sites. 

 

View Print and Digital rate cards

 

Book your space today!

Contact patti@opmediagroup.ca

Official Hotel Room Blocks 

Secure Your Accommodations - Official Boat Show Hotels Ready to be Booked Here

 

The 2026 Official Hotels are:

  • Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront
  • Executive Hotel Le Soleil
  • The Parker Hotel
  • Marriott Pinnacle
  • Hilton Vancouver Downtown (booking code pending)
  • Sandman (note this is further away from the indoor venue but still offering us incredible nightly rates)


Note some booking codes are pending so we will update the website as details are available.

Exhibitor Online Platform is Live


The Exhibitor Online Platform (Unity software) is now live to allow Exhibitors of Record to:

  • Expand your Digital Listing entry with more information about your company and products, visuals, links, offers
  • Facilitate Exhibitor & Product Search by adding brands, products and keywords
  • Order Exhibitor Badges

 

We encourage Exhibitors to input the required information NOW using their Company Profile log in, and continue to update the digital listing up to the show week and even after. Exhibitors are responsible for making sure their product information is accurate.

 

Exhibitor & Product Search works in a simple and effective way. Consumers type in what they are looking for: products, services, brands, general phrases. Exhibitors that have those keywords in their descriptions will appear for consumers to view. Listings and references are kept live on the website for the entire year.

 

Please complete the Keywords section in the Online Platform Company Profile to benefit from this feature. Keywords should reflect what products and services attendees will find on display at your space.

 

Filling out Boat Show Specials allows you to promote any offers connected to your VIBS participation, whether it is a promo campaign you are starting right now leading up to the event, or an offer only valid on the actual Show days. Exhibitors are fully responsible for the accuracy of the description of the promotional rules, conditions and timelines offered to consumers. 

 

The Interactive Floorplan is connected to your Digital Listing on our website. This feature helps attendees to find products before attending the show and direct them how to find your space.

Quick Links & Important Dates

We are in the process of posting items in the Exhibitor Kit section of our website. We will also send regular updates through the Exhibitor Newsletters but we also encourage you to check our website often as the various forms and links are released.

 

Exhibitor Platform (Unity):


Exhibitor Guest Tickets (EGTs) - order tickets at a 50% discount to invite your customers and prospects to the show! Electronic and hard copies are available.


Exhibitor Insurance (due December 15):


Exhibitor Show Services (Global Convention Services) for flooring, tables, chairs and more - Advance Pricing Discounts expire December 19:


Exhibitor Services (Vancouver Convention Centre) for your specific needs for electrical, internet, plumbing, and more - Advance Pricing Discounts expire December 20

  • Order Online (Select Exhibitor Ordering, then Vancouver Boat Show > Go to Store. If you don't have an account you can create one in the portal)


New Product Promotion


Vancouver Convention Centre West Booth Layout & Equipment Forms


Other Items That Are Now Live


Pending

  • Move-In/Move-Out instructions and schedule for both indoor and in-water venues


Questions or need of assistance? Our team is here to help!


Exhibitor Platform & Insurance: Wendy McCarroll wendy@boatingbc.ca

Logistics: Rob Scott rob@robscottprod.com

EGTs & Boating BC Membership Renewal: Hannah Wiebe hannah@boatingbc.ca

Seminar Speaker Inquiries & Questions: Tracy Sarich tracy@thevoyagemakers.com

Sponsorships: Abby Gemino abby@boatingbc.ca

Other Inquiries: Amanda Henschell amanda@boatingbc.ca

Maximize Your Presence at the Show - Video Packages Available

Boating BC Association and the Vancouver Boat Show has partnered with Steve Bull at NorthWake Media Group to offer you, our valued exhibitors, video packages filmed during the show right at your booth or slip. With a 24-hour turnaround time you will be able to maximize your presence at the show and promote your products and specials available at VIBS 2026. BONUS all videos will also be posted on VIBS and NorthWake social channels! Packages start at just $375.


View Exhibitor Content Packages or Visit the NWMG VIBS Site For Details

For More Information & To Secure Your Slot Contact: vibs2026@northwakemedia.com

Sponsorship Opportunities Available

There are a few sponsorship opportunities available so please contact Abby Gemino for availabilities and details to enhance your brand and elevate your exposure to the Vancouver Boat Show consumers.

Exhibitor Newsletters

Delivered to your inbox the VIBS Exhibitor Newsletter is the primary communication source for important information, deadlines and more.


Some exhibitors report that they don’t receive the newsletter, or it lands in their junk folder. We suggest to please check your junk folders periodically. If the newsletter is found there you can typically right click the email and under the Junk tab select one of the options to ensure the sender and/or email domain is allowed. All exhibitor newsletters are located on the show's website under the Exhibitor Tab, so you can also keep up to date on communications. If you or someone on your team is not receiving the newsletter and would like to, please email Wendy to be added to the list.

We Look Forward to Seeing You in 2026!

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