The Pacific Pin Club, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

2010 Aboriginal Pavilion Unveiled

February 02, 2009

Aboriginal and other leaders from across Canada joined the Four Host First Nations and VANOC to unveil plans for the 2010 Aboriginal Pavilion in Downtown Vancouver.

Centered on a 65-foot high inflated multi-media sphere, the pavilion will use the latest technology to showcase the diversity of Aboriginal art, business, culture and sport from across Canada. Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal visitors will enjoy this experience in the relaxed, informal setting of the Pavilion.

Located on the plaza of the Queen Elizabeth Theatre in downtown Vancouver, within easy walking distance of BC Place and GM Place, the 8,000 square-foot 2010 Aboriginal Pavilion will be right in the heart of Olympic activity, with Vancouver’s Celebration Site located immediately across Cambie Street.

The $3.5 million construction project, supported by VANOC and the FHFN, features a high-tech 3,000 square-foot sphere, surrounded by a Coast Salish Longhouse.

The Longhouse, which features a 1,500 square-foot Trading Post, will be relocated after the Games as a permanent legacy. As well, the adjacent 2,000 square-foot QE restaurant will be converted into a Reception Hall, featuring Aboriginal exhibitry and cuisine.

The Pavilion will open in February 2010 and run throughout the Winter Olympic Games.

Download the 2010 Aboriginal Pavilion Fact Sheet

Watch the Video of the Pavilion Announcement

Read the Four Host First Nations Media Release

See the Pavilion Location on Google Maps

What is the Pacific Pin Club?

The Pacific Pin Club is Western Canada's premiere organization for lapel pin collectors and traders. Founded in 1986, the Club is entering its 25th year of generating awareness and interest in pin collecting and promoting the hobby in British Columbia, across Canada and around the World.

Last updated: 06 February 2009