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Foundation v18.0 with Chris Lake, Benny Benassi, MPH, Sam Divine and Madam Lola is at the Vancouver Convention Centre on Saturday, Oct 31

► Doors open at 8pm
► Event ends at 1am

1055 Canada Pl
Vancouver, BC

► Food and alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.
► This event is 19+ and valid primary and secondary identification is required.

FORMS OF ID REQUIRED
We abide strictly by LCRB (The Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch) regulations and cannot make any exceptions. You’ll need a primary piece of government issued ID with an approved secondary ID.

► Valid primary identification must:

Have a photo / have a name / have a signature / be government issued / include date of birth / not be expired / have a unique identifier number / be an original (not a copy).

► Acceptable forms of primary ID:
• Valid driver’s license including out-of-province photo driver’s license
• Valid passport
• Photo BC Services Card
• First Nations status card
• Canadian citizenship or permanent residency card
• Firearms Possession and Acquisition license
• Nexus Card or other trusted traveler program government issued photo ID

► Acceptable forms of secondary ID:
• Credit card/bank card with name embossed on the card and includes your signature
• Any acceptable piece of primary ID
• BC CareCard (without a photo)
• Interim driver’s license (issued by ICBC only)
• BC Transit ProPASS
• University or college student card
• Canadian Blood Services donor card
• Transport Canada’s Pleasure Craft Operators Card
• National Defence ID

For any additional questions regarding ID requirements, please visit the LCRB website.

► The following forms of identification are NOT accepted:
• Expired ID of any kind
• Temporary paper ID (except for interim driver’s license issued by ICBC)
• Photos of any ID

The main entrance is located on the west side of the building by Jack Poole Plaza.

Re-entry is not permitted for general admission ticketholders. If you leave the venue before the event ends, you will not be able to re-enter.

TRANSIT

► By Skytrain:
The nearest Skytrain stations to Vancouver Convention Centre are Waterfront Station & Burrard Station. Both stations are a 10-minute walk away.

Plan your journey home in advance and check the first and last train times for your route at

https://www.translink.ca/schedules-and-maps/skytrain. Visit https://www.translink.ca/tripplanner for your journey.

► By Bus:
Check routes and service for October 31 at https://www.translink.ca/tripplanner.

The NightBus routes operate all night as well. More information on bus schedules can be found at

https://www.translink.ca/schedules-and-maps/bus-schedules.

Visit translink.ca/tripplanner for your best and safest ride home.

► Taxi & Ride Share

Taxi & Ride Share pick-up and drop-off is located at the front of the Vancouver Convention Centre, on Canada Place.

► Parking
Nearest parking is in the West Building: Enter off of Canada Place, ½ block west of the Burrard Street intersection on the right-hand side.

► VIP tickets include priority entry, private bars, private washrooms and a private viewing area.

► House Guest tickets include express entry, on stage access, private bar and designated bathrooms.

VIP & House Guest ticketholders should enter through the VIP Express Lane at the main entrance to receive wristbands. VIP & House Guest entrance is located on the west side of the building, by Jack Poole Plaza.

VIP & House Guest ticketholders must enter and scan in via the VIP entrance lane in order to receive wristbands.

GA ticketholders can purchase an upgrade to VIP or House Guest – please visit the Blueprint booth on the Exhibition Level.

For everyone’s safety, security and enjoyment, we ask you to only bring bags that meet our approved bags identified below to allow us to safely and efficiently properly screen and welcome fans into the event. All bags and hand-carried items will be subject to search and screened for prohibited items prior to allowing entry to the venue. Failure to comply with our Bag Policy will result in denial of entry to the venue. Guests denied entry to the venue will not be issued a refund.

APPROVED BAGS

• Bags smaller than 6” x 9” (does not need to be clear)

• Clear bag smaller than 12” x 6” x 12” (no bags larger than 12” x 6” x 12”)

• 1-gallon plastic freezer bag

• Medically necessary or required diaper bags

• Hydration packs. Cannot have more than 2 main compartments and 1 smaller compartment. No metal or hard framing; must be soft-sided and squeezable. Bladder must be intact and useable, empty and open for inspection upon arrival.

Prohibited items include any items, either legal or illegal in nature, where possession is restricted by Federal, Provincial, or Municipal law, regulation, or by the Event or Vancouver Convention Centre policy.

Prohibited Items are subject to change, and security measures may be increased at any time. These measures include, but are not limited to, a more thorough search of persons and property.

Guests entering the venue in possession of a prohibited item will be stopped and provided with two options: (1) leave the venue and store the item off site; or (2) dispose of the item in the provided garbage receptacles at the entrance. Staff will not hold items or dispose of them for a guest due to liability. The only exception is an item deemed to pose an immediate threat to safety and security, which security staff may seize for police if safe to do so.

Prohibited items include (but are not limited to) the following:

► Aerosol cans of any kind
► Animals (certified service animals are allowed but must be authorized by a security supervisor)
► Artificial noise makers, including megaphones and air horns
► Any bag larger than 6”x 9”, with the exception of clear bags up to 12”x 6”x 12”, 1 gallon plastic freezer bags or medically necessary or diaper bags
► Any item that can be used as a projectile, including but not limited to metal or hard sided water bottles
► Drones, remote-controlled aircraft/toys
► Fireworks/pyrotechnics, including flammable liquids or other incendiary devices
► Flag poles, totems, or poles/long sticks of any kind
► Flasks
► Gang or club clothing and/or gang or club support gear, including but not limited to banners, signages and flags
► Gas masks, frisbees or any other items which could compromise public safety and/or harm the reputation of the event.
► Glass of any kind
► Helium balloons
► Illicit drugs & substances, and/or illicit drug paraphernalia of any kind
► Laptops (tablets and tablet cases are permitted, however they will be inspected prior to entry)
► Laser pointers
► Markers, pens or spray paint
► Motorcycle or bike helmets
► Outside food & beverage, with the exception of medically necessary or prescribed items and personal amounts of factory sealed (unopened) snacks such as granola bars, protein bars, chips, etc.
► Perfume or cologne bottles
► POI, whips and other flow props
► Portable chairs or lawn chairs of any kind
► Professional audio, video or photography equipment (no detachable lenses, tripods, large zoom lenses, and/or commercial-use camera assemblies)
► Pyrotechnics of any kind, including fireworks, sparklers or firecrackers
► Selfie sticks or GoPro apparatus ► Sharp objects, weapons (or items that can be used as a weapon), and potential projectiles of any kind - including but not limited to pocket knives, large spikes, heavy wallet chains, bats/clubs, etc.
► Signs, flags or displays that are offensive, racist, discriminatory, contain inappropriate language, or are religious, political or commercial in nature.
► Skateboards, rollerblades, roller skates, scooters, wheeled or motorized items intended to be ridden
► Sports equipment
► Stickers and flyers
► Outside alcohol and illegal drugs are prohibited
► Tactical clothing or equipment
► Tents, large umbrellas, chairs or blankets
► Toy guns, water guns, slingshots
► Unsealed products or packages that show evidence of tampering (including opened or unsealed cigarettes/cannabis packs, unsealed feminine hygiene products, etc.).
► Walking sticks or canes of any kind unless it is a medically required mobility device
► Any other items deemed to be unsafe by venue management

Guests in possession of any illegal items or substances will be refused entry and/or removed from the venue.

The guest will be required to surrender the illegal items to event security and/or relevant authorities, and may be

subject to arrest by law enforcement.

Permitted Items

► Soft sided folding fans that do not exceed 13.5” x 25”
► Portable handheld electronic fans and neck fans
► Cell phones and portable chargers/external batteries
► Cigarettes (must be sealed upon entry) and lighters. No smoking indoors!
► E-cigs/vapes (refillable liquid chambers OK, must be empty upon entry). No smoking indoors!
► Earplugs
► Empty refillable drink containers up to 2 litres; soft-sided and squeezable only. No glass or hard-sided containers. Limit one per person.
► Fanny packs that meet the approved bag policy
► Glowsticks & glowing/illuminated costumes or jewelry
► GoPro cameras are permitted; mounts, selfie sticks and other GoPro apparatus are not permitted.
► Personal sized hand sanitizer (100ml or less)
► Hydration packs. Cannot exceed 2 litre bladder. Cannot have more than 2 main compartments and 1 smaller compartment. No metal or hard framing; must be soft-sided and squeezable. Bladder must be intact and useable, empty and open for inspection upon arrival
► Medically prescribed/required medications (must be in prescription container and verified with owner produced government issued photo identification), food and beverage items
► Lip balm, lip gloss and lipstick (must be sealed upon entry)
► Non-professional flash/still cameras, handheld video devices under 6″ (Sony Action Cam, GoPro, etc.), Personal cameras and mobile phones. No detachable lenses or zoom lenses 2 inches or greater
► Sunglasses & hats
► Tampons and pads (must be sealed upon entry)
► Wet wipes (personal sized and must be sealed upon entry)
► 1 gallon plastic freezer bag
► Any bag 6” x 9” or smaller
► Any clear bag 12”x 6”x12” or smaller
► Medically necessary bags or diaper bags for infant or young children

This event is fully cashless, including food, beverages and coat check. Debit, credit and digital payments are accepted. Cash is not accepted.

Raised ADA area is available for any patrons requiring wheelchair or special seating considerations. The accessible seating option is available to ticketholders using wheelchairs, crutches, or who have any other physical disabilities or injuries that will necessitate a seat or raised view for the show.

For accessible seating approval, email info@thisisblueprint.com with your ticket order confirmation number before the event. Seating is limited; advance approval is required to confirm your place. Patrons requiring an attendant should purchase a ticket for their attendant and include them in the request. One attendant is permitted per accessible seating patron.

If you arrive at the show and do not find that the accommodations are adequate for your specific circumstances, please notify a staff member on-site to escalate your request.

Vancouver Convention Centre is a smoke-free environment. There are no designated smoking areas. Smoking of any kind including the use of vaporizers (vapes), e-cigarettes, and vape juice or liquid is prohibited on VCC property. Smoking of any kind, or the use of alternative smoking devices, on VCC property will result in eviction without refund.

Please read this special notice about prohibited items for Halloween

► NO drugs or drug paraphernalia
► NO costumes that resemble police, fire, security, or medical in any way
► NO handcuffs
► NO glass or ceramic masks
► NO full-face face paint or makeup that obscures facial features or makes you unrecognizable from your government-issued photo ID. Decorative face paint is subject to security approval; guests may be required to remove face paint for identification and entry. Specifically for MINION costumes, attendees may use single yellow solid face paint.
► NO items resembling weapon or weapon accessories, real or fictional (including whips, lightsabers, axes, pocket knives, swords, guns, fake weapons/props, etc.)
► NO violent props, including crops, whips, ropes, chains or tethers
► NO sharp metal spikes

Please remember that we are an inclusive community, and costumes/decorations should not misrepresent race, religion, or cultural heritage.

► Health & Safety

Health & safety is our number 1 priority. Medical stations and roaming teams are in place, be sure to note these locations upon entry to the event or ask event staff for help if needed.

► Festival Health

Festival Health will be located in the lobby. Visit the team for information and support on attending the event safely.

► Water Bottles

Free water refill stations will be available. Empty soft-sided, squeezable water bottles up to 2 litres are permitted. No glass or hard-sided bottles, including hard plastic, are permitted.

Hydration packs are permitted - No metal or hard framing; must be soft-sided and squeezable. Cannot have more than 2 main compartments & 1 smaller compartment. Bladder cannot exceed 2L (litres) and must be empty & open for inspection upon arrival.

Guests may use personal cameras (including Go-Pros) and mobile phones to take photos inside the venue. Cameras with detachable lenses are not permitted. Professional video cameras or video recording devices are not permitted at the event.

Foundation is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for everyone. We ask that your conduct contribute to everyone’s enjoyment of the event, be legally appropriate, and not be offensive or abusive to others. For your safety and comfort, unacceptable conduct is subject to ejection and includes, but is not limited to, the following:

► Use of foul, threatening, offensive or abusive language or gestures.

► Discrimination, bullying or hate that harasses, victimizes, degrades, or intimidates an individual or group of individuals on the basis of religion, race, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, age, ability, physical appearance or other.

► Harassment, including unwelcome or hostile behavior, physical contact or sexual attention.

► Fighting or any other type of violence.

► Wearing or using clothing, signs, and banners which are offensive in nature.

► Excessive intoxication or impairment due to alcohol/cannabis or consumption of illegal substances.

► Throwing objects or interfering with the progress of the event.

► Being in possession of alcohol not purchased inside the venue.

► Being in possession of weapons, illegal substances or any other prohibited items.

► Smoking (including e-cigarettes, personal vapourizers, and cannabis) in non-designated areas.

► Unpermitted access and breaching perimeters to the festival areas or other restricted areas.

► Any other conduct that may be deemed by event organizers to be inappropriate or which may adversely affect the safety of persons, property, or disruption of the event.

Foundation will not tolerate any unsafe, offensive behaviour that violates our Fan Code of Conduct. Failure to abide by this Code may result in ejection, suspension from entering any or all of our venues or events.

Each of us has a responsibility to report any act that goes against the values that we stand for. So, if you see something, say something. Report any safety concerns to our management team right away.