The RAIC is excited to host the 2026 Conference on Architecture in Vancouver, British Columbia, May 5-8, 2026, at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre. The Conference will bring delegates together for education sessions, architectural tours, networking opportunities and special events.
Conference attendees actively seek out new products and services. Secure your place to connect directly with leading architects, designers, and decision-makers who control purchasing budgets. Sponsoring or exhibiting puts your brand in front of Canada’s architectural community, driving business opportunities, building visibility, and aligning your company with innovation in the built environment.
Delegates, including senior leaders in architecture and design, emerging professionals, students, faculty, media, and allied professionals. By participating in the Conference on Architecture, partners and exhibitors gain a unique opportunity to reach key decision-makers, demonstrate products and services, and align with the latest industry priorities and trends.
| Benefits | Benefactor $25,000 |
Partner $10,000 |
Donor $7,500 |
Supporter $5,000 |
Friend $1,500 |
Presentation $500 |
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Recognition before sponsored event |
Y | Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| Recognition at sponsored event |
Y |
Y | Y | Y | Y | |
| All-access pass registration |
4 (live & online) |
2 (live & online) | 1 (live & online) | 2 online | 1 online |
1 online |
| Opening Event | Included with all access pass + 4 single passes | Included with all access pass + 2 single passes | Included with all access pass + 1 single passes | 2 single passes | 1 pass | |
| After/Parti Event | Included with all access pass + 4 single passes to event | Included with all access pass + 2 single passes to event | Included with all access pass + 1 single pass to event | 50% discount to up to 4 tickets | 25% discount to up to 4 tickets | |
| # of items in conference bag* | 2 | 1 | 1 | |||
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Expo on Architecture booth discount |
100% | 75% | 50% | 25% | 10% | |
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One (1) minute ad with on demand presentation at the Virtual Conference |
1 |
*Note: Conference materials should be functional and eco-friendly. Avoid large, printed materials, plastics, and single-use items.
Please note: the Schedule of Events is subject to change without notice. All times shown indicated in Pacific Daylight Time.
The highest-profile sponsorships include the President’s Dinner & Awards Gala, the Closing After/Parti, and the Last Stop Studio Crawl. These marquee events draw the largest audiences, offering unparalleled brand visibility and association with celebration, prestige and recognition.
President's Dinner & Awards Gala
One of the signature highlights of the Conference, the President’s Dinner and Awards Gala brings together delegates for a cocktail reception followed by an elegant sit-down dinner and the formal awards presentation. This year’s event will feature the highly anticipated announcement of the RAIC International Prize winner.
Last Stop
The final stop on the Studio Crawl, hosted at an architecturally significant Vancouver location, offers delegates an evening of social connection, music, food and fun.
After/Parti
Sponsoring the closing party at our conference offers a unique opportunity to position your brand at the forefront of a memorable and celebratory event. As one of the most anticipated events of the Conference, the closing party attracts engaged and influential attendees, providing an ideal platform for showcasing your company's commitment to the industry and community. The closing party is not just an event; it's a celebration of achievements and a springboard for future collaborations. By sponsoring this event, your company becomes an integral part of a memorable experience that attendees will talk about long after the conference ends. Partner with us to make the closing party unforgettable and place your brand at the centre of the Conference's grand finale.
Choose from premium opportunities including:
Opening Event Reception and Keynote
Sponsoring this Conference kick-off event offers a unique opportunity to enhance your brand visibility and engage with a targeted audience. As the first major event of the conference, the welcome reception sets the tone and provides a prime platform for networking. By associating with this key event, your company can showcase its commitment to the industry, demonstrate thought leadership, and build relationships with key stakeholders and potential clients. The exposure gained from branding opportunities and direct interactions with attendees can lead to increased brand loyalty and generate strong business leads. Additionally, this sponsorship reflects your company's support for knowledge sharing and community building, positioning you as a valued partner in the industry's growth and success right from the start. This event will be held in the Expo and is the first introduction to trade show partners. It features hors d’oeuvres and hosted beverages.
Networking Lunch Partner
Host the delegation for lunch on the trade show floor. This will be a full-service, buffet style lunch held during the busy trade show day.
WIFI Partner
Be recognized as the exclusive provider of the Conference’s wireless connection, allowing participants to live-tweet the event, check email, and connect to their office. The Wi-Fi sponsor receives exceptional exposure, as they have the option to customize the password.
RAIC College of Fellows & RAIC Syllabus Convocation - SOLD
The RAIC College of Fellows and RAIC Syllabus Convocation is a formal ceremony steeped in tradition where the College of Fellows recognizes RAIC members and laypersons who have made outstanding contributions to architecture. It also celebrates the graduation of Syllabus students.
RAIC College of Fellows & RAIC Syllabus Cocktail Reception
The RAIC College of Fellows & RAIC Syllabus Cocktail Reception is the premier exclusive event of the Conference. With a curated guest list, this gathering offers a unique opportunity to connect and engage with current and newly inducted Fellows, Honorary Fellows, and Syllabus Graduates in a refined and distinguished setting.
College of Fellows Lunch – Lunch and Keynote Sponsor - SOLD
The College of Fellows Lunch is part of the RAIC Conference on Architecture. This signature luncheon is open to all attendees and features a special keynote address. It consistently attracts many of Canada’s most prominent architects.
Host a Continuing Education Room
Customize the education room with your brand. Room names can be rebranded to your company brand e.g. The RAIC room. Visible in the mobile app, event website and on-site during Conference. Three available.
Choose from one of these opportunities:
Badge Sponsor
Every Conference attendee wears a delegate badge, making this one of the most visible sponsorship opportunities available. As the Delegate Badge sponsor, your company’s logo will appear on every badge, ensuring brand exposure across all Conference events, including education sessions, keynote presentations, networking opportunities, and more.
Registration & Information Desk
The registration and information desk is a high traffic area open daily May 5 - 8, 2026. This is where delegates come to sign in for their conference passes and obtain information throughout the conference.
RAIC Keynote Lunch – May 5, 2026
Host the first Keynote Lunch of the Conference! As the sponsor of this event, your brand will be prominently featured in front of hundreds of attentive and engaged attendees who are gathered to hear a special keynote presentation alongside a catered plated lunch.
RAIC Keynote Lunch – May 7, 2026
Make a lasting impression at the Conference by being the brand to sponsor [keynote speaker name]’s keynote presentation! This exclusive opportunity positions your brand at one of the most anticipated sessions at the Conference, where attendees gather for a captivating keynote and a plated lunch.
Emerging Practitioner Meet & Mingle
Host this unique social event that fosters connections among emerging professionals from across the country. As the sponsor of the Emerging Practitioner Meet & Mingle, your brand will be showcased as a key supporter of the next generation of leaders in the architecture industry!
Simultaneous Interpretation and Translation
Support making communication at key Conference events more accessible and fluid. Sponsoring simultaneous interpretation at our events ensures that all attendees, regardless of their language proficiency in an official language can fully engage and participate in the Conference. Services will be provided for plenary sessions, special events and select continuing education sessions. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to diversity and inclusion, broadening the reach and impact of the Conference.
Choose one of these opportunities:
Expo Breakfast Sponsor (1 available)
Your company logo will be incorporated into signage during breakfast and provided extra visibility during Conference announcements.
Daily Break Sponsor (4 available)
Your company logo will be incorporated into signage during breaks and provided extra visibility during Conference announcements.
Recharge/Refresh Space
A gathering place in the trade show area, the recharge/refresh lounge offers a space to relax and take a break. This popular feature provides charging stations and encourages informal conversations with colleagues and exhibitors.
Volunteers
Be the brand behind the amazing people who help keep the Conference running smoothly. As the Volunteer sponsor, your company’s logo will be displayed on all official RAIC volunteer shirts. These shirts are worn by a team of dedicated individuals who support every event at the Conference, ensuring high visibility for your brand!
Student Showcase
The Student Work Showcase highlights the work of students from across the country. This showcase is in partnership with the Canadian Architecture Student Association (CASA), celebrating the breadth, diversity, and strength of student work from Canada’s 12 schools of architecture. This exhibit is a highlight of the Conference Expo.
Architectural Tours
Architectural tours are a fundamental part of the Conference experience, consistently attracting high attendance each day. As the sponsor, your company’s logo will be displayed at the tour meet-up location, providing excellent brand visibility to tour participants.
Sketching Tour Kit
Put your brand directly into the hands of AEC professionals! As the sponsor of the sketching tour kit, your company’s branding will be featured on the cover of every kit distributed to tour participants. This is a unique opportunity to align your brand with creativity, inspiration, and the exploration of design through artistic expression.
Increase your exposure by sponsoring one of the highly anticipated featured continuing education sessions that will be offered in the RAIC on demand library after the RAIC Conference on Architecture closes. Choose to add either one PowerPoint slide or a short video (maximum length of one minute) to run before the presentation. The advertisement will remain attached to the presentation, for post-event on-demand access.
Location:
Vancouver Wall Centre
1000 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 2S3
Schedule*:
May 5, 2026: Set up (12pm-5pm); Tradeshow opens (8:30pm – 10:00pm)
May 6, 2026: Expo open (8am-5pm); Tear down after 5pm
*Schedule subject to change. All times shown in Pacific Daylight Time.
Booth Details:
Exhibit Shipping & Storage : More information coming soon
For more information about the partnership opportunities available for the 2026 Conference on Architecture, please contact:
The RAIC is committed to equity and inclusion and encourages any organization to participate, regardless of ethnicity, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, and age.
Sponsorship Terms and Conditions:
Contact the RAIC Corporate Partner Team today to secure your sponsorship or exhibit booth.