Local companies are aiming to capitalize when Vancouver hosts what could be the biggest convention in the city’s history next month.
The Siggraph – the curious acronym stands for Special Interest Group on Graphics and Interactive Technologies – digital arts and graphics show is slated to come to town August 10 to 14. Three years ago the group set a record for the largest convention held at the Vancouver Convention Centre, drawing 16,000 delegates from 74 countries. Vancouver tourism insiders hope a few more attend this year’s Siggraph convention in order to break the record.
“The No. 1 reason we’re returning to Vancouver is that we listen to our attendees, and we had very positive feedback,” said Siggraph spokesman Brian Ban. “The city is also very welcoming and wants Siggraph to return. It’s an international city. Vancouver’s beauty doesn’t hurt, and its facilities are terrific. From a walking standpoint, it’s also highly attractive.”
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