Access Levels

As reported in the Globe & Mail, 24 Hours, CBC, CTV, The Tyee, Vancouver Observer, Rabble.ca, and elsewhere, W2 has opened its doors to independent journalists and bloggers from around the world—and around the corner. The program runs thru February 2010 and occupies 13,000 square feet of a 1903 heritage building in the heart of the city. Spread over four levels, W2 provides a custom mix of media production resources and an epic mix of daily programming highlighting Vancouver's diverse cultural scene. Participants can expect media events, receptions with international artists, screenings, live video streams from throughout the city, workshops, performances, conferences, and more from inspiring journalists and international artists in residence!

Just want to check us out? Our level 100 gallery is free and open to the public, media makers, and the social media community. To access more services, register for a Basic Media Access Pass or Full Media Access Pass. Scroll down to review our benefits and services, and check out out printed broadsheet program guide for all the details.

Full Media Access Pass

Recommended for individuals and teams who are looking for a home-base during the 2010 Olympics and require secure and dedicated media production supports. This pass provides 24/7 access to all media, cultural and social events to connect with media makers, artists and journalists. A rich mix of work and socializing:

• Reserved access (includes complimentary beverages) to daily Cinq à Sept Receptions featuring guest hosts and daily speakers (from the sport, culture, media, NGO, and technology communities), live music and DJs, fresh video feeds, hors d’ouevres, and beverages. ($180 value)
• Complimentary guest passes for your friends and colleagues to Cinq à Sept Receptions ($120 value)
• Reserved tickets to all cultural events on 100 level ($300 value)
• Reserved ticket to Fresh Media Olympics conference. ($40 value)
• Souvenir shwag! Bring home your choice of souvenir W2 Culture+Media House Tshirt and buttons! ($20 value)
• Access to three levels of the House: 100, 300, 400 levels
• Salt Spring Coffee Co. fair trade organic coffee, your own souvenir mug with unlimited supply of fuel
• Daily press briefings between 9am and 12noon from local and international NGOs, athletes, Cultural Olympiad artists and cultural organisations
• Rendezvous, meeting, and interview studio
• Secure premium high speed internet
• Dedicated fully wired computer work stations
• Printing and Zip Courier service (at-cost rush courier to local and international destinations)
• Photography and scanning service (additional cost applies)
• In-house silkscreening print services (caps, patches, tshirts,..)
• Final Cut Pro editing suite
• In-house Technical support
• Access to W2 TV broadcasting platform
• Limited access to video footage from W2 camera crews
• Interpretation services (Mandarin, French, Spanish, Dutch, Korean.)
• Local guides familiar with the Cultural Olympiad, socio-economic issues of the Downtown Eastside, and 2010 Olympics’ issues.
• Ticketing service for cultural events

• *Full Media Access Pass requires simple accreditation by W2, please request a form.

Open to the public