AIMS SafeConnect
Canada’s Amusement Industry Safety Conference
Safety Education that Sets the Standard
Designed specifically for operators, inspectors, maintenance teams, regulators, and safety leaders, SafeConnect delivers practical, actionable education in a highly interactive environment to strengthen specific areas of expertise while networking with peers from across Canada and beyond.
Event Overview
AIMS SafeConnect delivers the proven education model of AIMS International in a focused, regional format.
location
Pacific National Exhibition, Vancouver, BC
Highlights
Attendees build their own learning journey from a schedule of safety, operations, maintenance, inspection, and leadership programming.
Your Opportunity
Learn from experienced industry professionals and veteran trainers who bring real-world field expertise into the classroom.
Your Takeaway
You will leave with actionable safety insights, updated knowledge on current standards and best practices, an expanded professional network of industry peers and experts, and practical tools you can immediately implement within your organization.
Attendees will build their own schedule, choosing from content aligned with both ASTM Standards and industry best-practices.
Tracks & Courses
Ride Inspection I & II
Maintenance I & II
Operations I & II
Certification Exams Available
AIMS SafeConnect returns to Vancouver in 2026 at the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE)
Partnering at SafeConnect is a smart investment and will result in real impact. Send an email to learn more
Schedule
Arrival
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
7:00 am: Registration Opens
8:00 am: Opening Remarks & Keynote Session
CONFERENCE DAYS
February 24–26, 2026
Italian Cultural Center
Address: 3075 Slocan Street
7:00-8:00am: Continental Breakfast & Networking
8:00-4:30pm: Education Sessions / 7 CEU Hours Per Day
12:15-1:15pm: Lunch & Networking
EXAMS
Thursday, February 26, 2026
PNE Hastings Room
2:30-4:30 pm
Registration
What's Included
Courses, keynote speaker, hot lunch, CEU Certificate for hours completed. Exam fees for certification are not included.
3-day Conference Pass
$590 plus GST
A 3-day conference pass will earn up to 21 CEU hours
1-day Conference Pass
$215 plus GST
A 1-day conference pass will earn up to 7 CEU hours
Exclusive CEU Offer for SafeConnect Participants
$250
20 CEU Hours Online Education
Add-On offers SafeConnect attendees access to a discounted online education package through the AIMS ConnectED platform – an exclusive offer available only to registered participants.
This virtual education package includes 20 AIMS-accredited CEU hours, designed to help attendees supplement their continuing education and stay engaged with industry best practices and maintain CEU hours required for certification renewal.
Whether you’re looking to expand your knowledge or prepare for future certification renewal, this offer provides a flexible and accessible way to continue learning beyond the conference.
2027 Registration will open September 15th
Hotel Information
Conference Location
Pacific National Exhibition (PNE)
There are several options nearby that require only a 5-12 minute car ride from our facilities.
Atrium Inn, Vancouver
2889 E. Hastings St, Vancouver, BC
Phone: (604) 254-1000
Delta Hotels by Marriott, Burnaby
4331 Dominion St, Burnaby, BC
Phone: (604) 453-0750
Accent Inn, Burnaby
3777 Henning Dr, Burnaby, BC
Phone: (604) 473-5000
Attendees book their rooms directly with the hotels above. Please be aware of “housing pirates” who may contact you to book a room outside of our room block. These housing pirates are not affiliated with AIMS or the listed hotels and could be scams and/or require significant deposits with unreasonable cancellation policies.
Sponsors
Support the AIMS Mission by Becoming a Sponsor!
Partner Benefits:
- Increased brand awareness and exposure through a broad range of opportunities in the exhibit zone and during the three-day event.
- Positioning as an industry leader among your peers and new contacts.
- Increased traffic and networking opportunities with activation options.
- Access to delegates through enhanced outreach options that create a positive and lasting impact.
- Bundled savings offering the most cost-effective outreach and impact with all delegates through on-site and advance promotion, advertising, and event extras.
Select from bundled options or from a range of distinctive and impactful a-la-carte opportunities that deliver value, offer creative solutions and positive return on investment.
Opportunities are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you would like to express interest, discuss any of what you see here, or pitch an idea of your own please contact us.
Partnering at SafeConnect is a smart investment and will result in real impact.