We look forward to meeting with our members and invited guests in Vancouver, Canada. Our first and foremost concern is the health and safety of our members and the broader community. We will require everyone’s participation in providing as safe an environment as possible.
Health and safety requirements for each meeting, including vaccination and masking, will be set according to local government and public health recommendations applicable at the time of the event. M3AAWG may change, update, or add to these requirements at any time as it deems prudent to best protect the health and safety of attendees and others, and attendees must comply with relevant policies and requirements as communicated by M3AAWG.
Please check this page for frequent updates on meeting requirements. - As of March 4, 2024 At this current time there are no local mandates for proof of vaccination or masking.
Meeting Registration
In order to pick up your badge and gain access to the M3AAWG meeting space, all registered M3AAWG attendees must show proof of identification to pick up their M3AAWG badge.
A government issued identification card, with photo and same name registration name must be presented at the registration desk.
If you are unable to provide identification you will not be granted access to the M3AAWG meeting.
We ask that you do not to wear your meeting badge outside of the meeting hotel, except to the M3AAWG Night Out. If you lose your badge please notify support@m3aawg.org immediately. If you do not have a badge, you will be refused access to the meeting space by security personnel.
Local Emergency Information
Safety and Security Messages: Live Alerts
Local Emergency Number: 911
This number can be use in case of emergency, which requires police, fire assistance or emergency medical assistance. More information
Hospital Closest to M3AAWG Meeting Hotel:
Vancouver General Hospital (VGH)
Address: 899 West 12th Avenue, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1M9
Telephone: 604.875.411
Pharmacies Closest to M3AAWG Meeting Hotel:
London Drugs
Address: 710 Granville St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1E4, Canada
Telephone: 604.685.5292
Hours: Mon-Sat: 9:00 AM -10:00 PM | Sun & Holidays: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Shoppers Drug Mart
Address: 748 Burrard St Unit 104 & 201, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1X5, Canada
Telephone: 778.330.4711
Hours: Everyday 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Local Fire Station: Vancouver Fire Hall No. 8 - Yaletown 604.665.6008
Local Municipal: Vancouver Police Department 604.717.3321
Embasies and Consulates
U.S. Embassy Vancouver:
Address: 1075 West Pender Street, Vancouver, British Columbia V6E 2M6
Phone: 604-685-4311 | General Information: 778-508-1011
Emergency Phone: 604-685-4311
Email: Canada.ACS@gdit-gss.com
Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZBoUcPHBNWBE9xFr6
Website: https://ca.usembassy.gov/u-s-consulate-vancouver/
American Citizen Services Information: Visit the Information Center for Vancouver-specific details, including how to report passport renewal instructions, citizenship, and notarial services.
Search for Embasies and Consulates in Vancouver, here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be vaccinated to attend the meeting?
Vaccination requirements will be set according to local government and public health recommendations applicable at the time of the event. While it is not currently required, it is highly encouraged. We encourage individuals who are eligible to receive the booster prior to attending the meeting.
What happens if I have a known exposure risk before coming to M3AAWG?
If a registered attendee has a known COVID-19 exposure risk prior to attending M3AAWG 64, we ask that they not attend the event. M3AAWG will provide a registration credit to anyone that has a known COVID-19 exposure risk that decides not to attend the event.
Do I need to wear a mask during the M3AAWG meeting?
Masking requirements will be set according to local government and public health recommendations applicable at the time of the event. If applicable, M3AAWG will require all attendees to wear a N95/KN95/KF94/FFP2 (or higher grade) mask in the M3AAWG designated meeting space when not consuming food or beverage.
Is there a virtual element if I cannot attend in person?
No, M3AAWG is not offering a virtual component to the 64th General Meeting.
I am attending the meeting in-person and I do not feel well; what do I do?
If you feel sick or are having COVID like symptoms while on property, stay in your room and contact support@m3aawg.org and Executive Directory, Amy Cadagin (amy@m3aawg.org) as soon as possible.
If issues arise that require changes to the 64th General Meeting, all changes will be communicated to members via email and updates posted on the Upcoming Meetings page.
Questions? Please contact support@m3aawg.org.