Canada Pavilion

Progress - Spring 2009

The design for the Canada Pavilion at Expo 2010 is now finalized.  The design approach, which has an open air public space as its centre piece, was first unveiled in January 2008.  Over the past year, the design, created by Cirque du Soleil, has evolved through adjustments and refinements.

SNC-Lavalin Inc., one of Canada's best-known engineering and construction companies, has been contracted to build the Canada Pavilion.

Canada formally accepted its 6000m² pavilion lot in the Americas section of Zone C of the Expo site in early February 2009.

SNC-Lavalin Inc. has now started work on preparing the site and building the Canada Pavilion foundation, making Canada among the first countries to start construction at Expo 2010.

January 2008

The Canada Pavilion is located on the Pudong side of the Huangpu River. Along with other North and South American countries, Zone C is also home for European and African pavilions.

The Canada Pavilion has always been a “must-see” among national pavilions at expos, not only because of its cutting-edge exhibition technology, engaging presentations and creative programming, but also due to its knowledgeable young hosting staff.

These young Canadian hosts are selected from across Canada. The criteria are demanding and all hosting and VIP staff are required to be proficient in English and/or French and the language of the host country. This ability results in a dynamic team that is authentically Canadian, yet is able to communicate with visitors to the Pavilion in their own language.

Expo 2005 Aichi, Japan

The Canada Pavilion at Expo 2005 in Aichi, Japan, drew 3.3 million visitors – more than double the original goal envisioned by the Canada Pavilion organizers. Visitors were invited to explore the Geosphere/Biosphere: a floor to ceiling display of images, sound and lights expressing the natural geographic wonders of the Canadian landscape. The Ethnosphere showcased the customs, languages, innovation, and creativity for which Canada has always been famed. Finally, the Cyber Salon allowed visitors to participate in a virtual quest to deepen their knowledge of Canada.