Robson Square 2010 Commerce Centre

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The Province has issued an RFP for event planner for Robson square during the games. Looks like it'll be another very busy hub.

During the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, the BC Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Secretariat (BC Secretariat) of the Ministry of Finance will be promoting British Columbia, in areas such as business development, business investment and tourism to domestic and international audiences. Various programs and initiatives will be
established to meet this goal, including Robson Square, which uses an existing central and primarily public venue as the hub for all British Columbian activities during the 2010 Winter Games.

Robson Square will be one of the celebration sites in greater Vancouver and will highlight the spirit, enthusiasm and beauty of this province. It is an opportunity to build on what is known about British Columbia and reinforce the perception of British Columbia as a dynamic, creative, innovative player on the world stage. The schedule for the restoration of Robson Square's upper and lower plaza will be at a point in the late summer that will
allow it to be open to the public. This will be a lead-up to having the entire area of Robson Square, during the Olympic and Paralympic Games, designed to promote BC to the world and host activities for families, communities and businesses. Live televisions broadcasts from the British Columbia International Media Centre, business programs at the 2010 Commerce Centre, special events at the BC Showcase and skating at the GE Plaza are
just some of what will take place at Robson Square.

The purpose of this RFP is to select a Contractor to supply comprehensive event management services for Robson Square. Working under the direction of the BC Secretariat, the Contractor will plan and deliver the integration of activities and events of those groups that are using Robson Square - including industry sectors, provincial government ministries, the federal government, the media, etc. - to maximize use of the venue and
ensure the success of Robson Square.