REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

To register for GGSVP25, please use the link below to visit the official registration page hosted by our event partner, ICDTA®️. Explore event details, including early bird rates for both in-person and virtual tickets! Don’t miss your opportunity to attend—sign up today!

Planning Your Trip

Due to the international draw of this event, the 17th Annual Gangs, Guns & School Violence Prevention Summit is strategically scheduled for Thursday and Friday, allowing attendees the opportunity to extend their stay and explore the vibrant city of Vancouver over the weekend. Additional details about local events, including the Invictus Games, can be found below.

The Invictus Games February 1-28, 2025

The Invictus Games will bring together over 500 competitors from 20 nations for adaptive sports, including new winter events like Alpine and Nordic skiing, alongside wheelchair rugby and basketball. Many events will take place at the Vancouver Convention Centre, just minutes from The Westin Bayshore.

Additional details will be released in the coming months. Visit InvictusGames2025.ca to learn more.

Activities

Things to Do in Vancouver, BC

While you’re in Vancouver for the 17th Annual Gangs, Guns & School Violence Prevention Summit, take time to explore the city’s scenic and cultural attractions:

• Outdoor Adventures: Visit the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Science Centre, walk across the Capilano Suspension Bridge, or take the Skyride to the top of Grouse Mountain for breathtaking views.

• Cultural Attractions: Explore the Vancouver Art Gallery, the University of British Columbia Museum of Anthropology, and the Maritime Museum.

• Shopping & Arts: Stroll down Robson Street for fashion boutiques or visit Granville Island, home to local artisans and craft shops.

  
  

More to Explore

From a calendar of events to detailed restaurant information on each of Vancouver’s vibrant and interesting “flavourhoods,” Destination Vancouver has all the information you need. Explore everything Vancouver has to offer here: destinationvancouver.com.