Vancouver
(pop. 2,000,000)
Metro Vancouver is a rapidly growing cosmopolitan city of 2.1 million people in a location of unsurpassed natural beauty.
A true playground for all ages, Vancouverites are loyal to their outdoor recreation, keen athletic participants and dedicated sports fans. Given the area’s moderate climate, activities can be enjoyed the year round. Locals often boast it is possible to “ski, sail and golf all in the same day “Well it’s true!!
A vibrant city, the pedestrian-friendly streets are filled with individuals from varied ethnic backgrounds and walks of life. As a result of its culturally diverse population, Vancouver has equally diverse neighbourhoods, all of which provide equally diverse neighbourhoods.
Perched on the pacific west coast of Canada, Vancouver is a premier tourism and event destination. The city is one of North Americas' premier transportation hubs, which offers convenient access via all modes of transport. The award winning airport provides easy, direct access to Europe, Asia and all major U.S cities.
We are very proud to have been recognised as the “most livable city in the world” and believe that our quality of life is second to none. Our goal, supported by Provincial government strategies is to be recognised as the healthiest community to host an Olympic games.
The city has a strong sporting history stretching from the historic “Miracle Mile” in 1954 through to the announcement in 2003 that we would join the Olympic family as host to the 2010 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.
We are the home to Olympians, World Champions and trophy winning teams. We have been inspired by Terry Fox, Rick Hansen and many other sporting greats who are proud to call Vancouver their sporting home.
Sport Hosting Services
Tourism Vancouver has a dedicated "sport tourism" staff ready to assist in locating facilities, accommodations, sports & event services and bid preparation.
The Vancouver Sports Tourism Task Force provides a network of resources and expertise in the sports event and facility industry.
Vancouver has a city funded "sport hosting grant" to encourage the use of city sport facilities, coaches and resources. For more information please visit vancouver.ca/parks/info/sporthostinggrant/index.htm
Sport Hosting Portfolio
2004
Badminton World Junior Badminton Championships
2005
Table Tennis Canadian National Table Tennis Championships
Gymnastics Canadian Gymnastics Championships
Golf Bell Canadian Open Golf Tournament
Football Canadian Football League Grey Cup Final
2006
Athletics Canadian National Cross Country championships
Multi-Sport Maccabi Games
Sailing Disabled Sailing Mobility Cup
Ice Hockey IIHF World Junior Championships
Ice Hockey NHL Entry Draft
Squash Canadian Junior Squash Championships
2007
Soccer Canadian Interuniversity Sports Soccer Championships
Ice Hockey Memorial Cup
CP Sports Boccia World Cup (Cerebral Palsy International Sports)
Triathlon ITU World Cup
Triathlon Vancouver International Half-Iron man
Soccer FIFA U-20 World Cup (Host City)
Karate Canadian National Karate Championships
Soccer Exhibition Game Vancouver vs. Los Angeles Galaxy
2008
Swimming Canadian Interuniversity Sports Swimming Championships
Skating Skate Canada National Championships
Skiing FIS Freestyle Grand Prix
Triathlon ITU World Championships
Ultimate World Ultimate & Guts
Wheelchair Canada Cup 2008 Wheelchair Rugby Tournament
Multi-Sport Canadian Ismaili Games
Golf Ukrainian World Golf Challenge
Snowboard Canadian National Snowboard Championships
2009
Multi-Sport World Police & Fire Games
Snowboard FIS Snowboard World Cup
Biathlon IBU Biathlon World Cup Final
Skiing IPC Alpine World Cup
Skiing IPC Cross-Country & Biathlon World Cup Final
Skiing FIS Cross Country/Nordic Combined
Skiing FIS Ski Jumping World Cup
Bobsleigh FIBT Bobsleigh/Skeleton World Cup
Spd Skating Short Track World Cup
Spd Skating ISU World Speed Skating Championships
Skating ISU Four Continents Figure skating
Hockey Ice Sledge Hockey Four Nations Championships
Hockey IIHF Four Nations Men’s Event
Hockey IIHF Four Nations Women’s Event
Curling World Junior Curling Championships
Luge FIL World Cup
2010
Multi Sport 2010 Winter Olympic & Paralympic Games
Wheelchair World Wheelchair Rugby Championships
2011
GLISA North American "Outgames"
Facilites
Community contact
Michelle Taylor
Manager, Meeting & Convention Sales
Tourism Vancouver
604.631.2866
Send email
More Information
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Map and Directions
Roundhouse Community Arts & Recreation Centre offers a premier location for pavilions, performances, trade shows, and social festivities. Its exhibition hall, performance centre, gymnasium, and dance studio provide a number of hosting opportunities.
Hastings Park provides multiple hosting opportunities. Its Empire Bowl with natural turf fields and surrounding track offers an ideal venue for many field sports and athletics. Its cement skate park is also a suitable venue for skateboarding events.
Located in south Vancouver, Langara provides a traditional style golf course suitable for players of all levels. Appropriate for amateur, corporate, and charity golf tournaments, the course’s clubhouse offers an additional facility for event hosting.
Overlooking the Fraser River, Fraserview golf course provides an ideal venue for amateur, corporate, and charity golf tournaments. The traditional, well-maintained course also includes a 36 stall driving range and licensed clubhouse.
VAC offers many aquatic hosting opportunities. Equipped with 1m & 3m springboards and 5m, 7.5m, & 10m dive towers, VAC is ideal for dive events. Also able to host swim, synchro and water polo events, its spectator seating provide an added feature.
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