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Move-In & Move-Out Booking (Voyage Control) - Does it apply to you?

Updated: Apr 16

As we approach the WCET–NSWOCC Joint Congress 2026 at the Vancouver Convention Centre, we’d like to share an important logistical step for exhibitors planning their arrival and departure.


To support a smooth and efficient move-in and move-out process, the venue requires certain exhibitors to pre-book loading dock access through a system called Voyage Control.


Who This Applies To (Important)

This process only applies if you are:

  • Using your own carrier

  • Working with a booth builder

  • Coordinating with a third-party logistics provider


This process does NOT apply if you are:

  • Shipping through official providers such as Levy Show Service or Cross Connect

  • Hand-carrying materials through the parkade


Voyage Control is required for any vehicle accessing the East Loading Dock during move-in and move-out.


The following scenarios require a Voyage Control booking:

  1. Exhibitors using their own carrier, booth builder, or third-party logistics planning to come directly to show site

  2. Exhibitors driving their own vehicles to unload at the loading dock

  3. Exhibitors who have pre-booked show site material handling with Levy

    → Levy's team will receive and deliver materials from the dock; however, booking dock access via Voyage Control remains the responsibility of the exhibitor or their carrier


The following do NOT require a Voyage Control booking:

  1. Shipments sent in advance to the Cross Connect warehouse

    → These are pre-scheduled and coordinated directly with the venue

  2. Hand-carried items (via parkade or main entrance, no dock access)

    → No booking required


So, if a vehicle is accessing the loading dock, a Voyage Control booking is required — regardless of whether Levy is providing show site material handling.


What You Need to Do

If applicable, your team or vendor must reserve a loading dock timeslot in advance:


Please refer to the attached “how-to” guide for step-by-step booking instructions.


Move-In & Move-Out Schedule

  • Move-In: April 24, 2026 | 08:00 – 17:00

  • Move-Out: April 27, 2026 | 15:30 – 24:00


Important Reminders

  • Share the booking code and instructions with your carrier, booth builder, or logistics provider so they can book directly

  • Time slots are limited and may fill quickly—early booking is strongly recommended

  • All drivers must present a booking pass (printed or digital) upon arrival

  • High-visibility safety vests (PPE) are mandatory for loading dock access—please plan accordingly

  • Be sure to include your company name and booth number when booking

  • All exhibitors and contractors must follow onsite safety requirements during move-in and move-out

Thank you to our Platinum Sponsors!

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WCET® - NSWOCC® 2026 Biennial Joint Congress

April 24–28, 2026

Vancouver Convention Centre (East Building), Vancouver, Canada

Organized by: The World Council of Enterostomal Therapists® (WCET®) and Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®)

Contact: office@nswoc.ca

Proudly hosted by the World Council of Enterostomal Therapists® (WCET®) and Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®)

World Council of Enterostomal Therapists® (WCET®)

 

Learn more: www.wcetn.org

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Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®)

 

Learn more: www.nswoc.ca

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