17 - 20 March 2025
Vancouver, Canada

Hotel and travel for Vancouver

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Stanley Park, Vancouver,B.C.- SPIE Smart Structures + NDE

Welcome to beautiful British Columbia, Canada

Vancouver, a bustling west coast seaport in British Columbia, is among Canada’s densest, most ethnically diverse cities. A popular filming location, it’s surrounded by mountains, and also has thriving art, theatre and music scenes. Vancouver Art Gallery is known for its works by regional artists, while the Museum of Anthropology houses preeminent First Nations collections. Embrace the spirit of one of Canada's most exciting cities. Learn more at Destination Vancouver

Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre

1000 Burrard St, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 2R9, Canada

This is the conference hotel for Smart Structures + NDE 2025, nestled in the city centre and suited to business and leisure travel. The hotel is a short distance from attractions such as Stanley Park, English Bay, the seawall, Yaletown and Robson Street. The North Tower is the iconic One Wall Centre, a landmark of downtown Vancouver's cityscape.

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An area of Vancouver, BC, Canada

Family care while attending the meeting


SPIE believes that individuals with significant caregiving responsibilities should have an equal opportunity to share their research and participate in conferences and symposia.

SPIE Family Care Grants are designed to supplement caregiving costs incurred by SPIE Members who are registered to attend an SPIE meeting, either in person or virtually. See hotel details in the reservation system to find hotels that offer onsite childcare. 

Find information and apply for an SPIE Family Care Grant