Show Services

Information Technology and Communications

Provided by Encore

IT, Technology and Communication requirements must be arranged through the Shaw Centre’s exclusive partner. Encore is the exclusive provider of the following services:

• Virtual Studios
• Internet access (wired and WiFi)
• Telecommunications (telephone and data)
• Local area networking and equipment within the building
• Built-in video broadcast systems
• Built-in projectors and screens
• Computer rental services

For more information call 613-688-9058 or email ShawCentre@Encoreglobal.com

Audio-Visual, Presentation Staging, Lighting, and Simultaneous Interpretation Services

Provided by Encore

It is recommended that all presentation technology requirements be arranged through Encore, our official Partner, with an onsite office and warehouse at the Shaw Centre. Encore provides a full range of presentation technology for Shaw Centre clients. These services include:

• Virtual Studios
• Audio visual services
• Built-in projectors and screens in each room
• Lighting services
• Simultaneous Interpretation services
• Presentation staging services
• Scenery, décor and custom room environments
• Digital services – computers, webcasting, encoding, interactive Voting Systems, LAN-based Presentation Management

For more information call 613-688-9058 or email ShawCentre@Encoreglobal.com

Rigging Services

Provided by Encore

Rigging service requirements must be arranged through Encore. Encore provides skilled and qualified technicians and riggers for the installation and removal of overhead rigging equipment for specialty lighting, theatrical elements and other show components. Installation and removal of any temporary event graphics or signage that is affixed to or hung from any hard service at the facility must be arranged through Encore.

For more information call 613-688-9058 or email ShawCentre@Encoreglobal.com

Electrical Services

Provided by Encore

Electrical service requirements must be arranged through Encore. Encore will provide safe and effective temporary electrical services for trade shows and other events as required. These certified electricians will install the temporary electrical distribution equipment such as distribution panels, cables, cable mats and covers and related equipment or products required for safe and complete installations.

The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is authorized by provincial legislation to perform electrical inspections in the Province of Ontario and the Shaw Centre. Electrical inspections are required on temporary electrical installations at the Centre. Furthermore, all electrical equipment must be approved or certified with a recognized standards label (ie: CSA monogram) before it may be used for display or presentation.

For more information call 613-688-9058 or email ShawCentre@Encoreglobal.com

Material Handling

Provided by GES

Material Handling requirements must be arranged through the GES. GES is a global award-winning organization that has the expertise in the planning, directing, coordination of the movement of freight in and out of loading areas and show floor in a safe, efficient and courteous manner. They are responsible for providing dock supervision, traffic control and operation of freight elevators for clients during move in and out.

Please discuss these details with your Events Services Manager during the planning phase of your event.

For more information call 613-315-9690 or email jaholland@ges.com

Show Services

Provided by GES

GES is a global, award-winning organization which provides integrated services for face-to-face marketing and brand building events, including expositions, conventions, corporate events, meetings and exhibit programs. Services include the rental, installation and dismantling of booth and special event furnishings including hard wall panels, pipe and drape, furniture, carpet and accessories. They also offer custom booth fabrication, installation and dismantle services, graphics and banners, exhibit transportation and customs clearance, advanced storage, and many other client driven requirements.

For more information call 613-315-9690 or email jaholland@ges.com