The design approach of the Canada Pavilion at Expo 2010, which has an open air public space as its centre piece, was first unveiled in January 2008.  Over the past year, the design, created by Cirque du Soleil, has evolved through adjustments and refinements.

SNC-Lavalin Inc., one of Canada's best-known engineering and construction companies, has been contracted to build the Canada Pavilion.

SNC-Lavalin Inc. has now started work on preparing the site and building the Canada Pavilion foundation, making Canada among the first countries to start construction at Expo 2010.

The Canada Pavilion is located on the Pudong side of the Huangpu River. Along with other North and South American countries, Zone C is also home for European and African pavilions.

The Canada Pavilion has always been a “must-see” among national pavilions at expos, not only because of its cutting-edge exhibition technology, engaging presentations and creative programming, but also due to its knowledgeable young hosting staff.

These young Canadian hosts are selected from across Canada. The criteria are demanding and all hosting and VIP staff are required to be proficient in English and/or French and the language of the host country. This ability results in a dynamic team that is authentically Canadian, yet is able to communicate with visitors to the Pavilion in their own language.

For more information on Canada Pavilion and its activities, please logon www.expo2010canada.gc.ca/index-eng.cfm