Sun
Some facts about the Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre expansion project, slated to open in 2008. Cost: $535 million ($222.5 million each from federal and provincial governments, with the tourism industry covering the remaining $90 million). Size: 1.1 million square feet, or 30 NHL hockey rinks. If you stood it up straight, the project would be 75 stories high. Bling-bling factor: Floor-to-ceiling glass on all sides. West Coast factor: Will feature B.C. wood, both structurally and for decor. Utility factor: Will be home to Olympic media centre in 2010. © The Vancouver Sun 2004 |