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TRANSFERRING IN VANCOUVER

Travel Assistance in Vancouver

Sunshine Coast Health Center provides complimentary travel assistance for all clients arriving at the Main Terminal in Vancouver (also known as Vancouver International Airport). It is important to note that all flights to Powell River originate out of the South Terminal, a 10 minute drive south of the Main Terminal (see map).

Upon arrival at  the Main Terminal, you will be met by a Sunshine Coast Health Center meet&greet representative who will shuttle you and your baggage to the South Terminal for your flight to Powell River. The meet & greet representative will be holding an 8 ½" x 11" sign with the words "Powell River" for easier  identification.
 

Vancouver Terminal Info for Flights from Canada

All air passengers originating from the rest of British Columbia or Canada will disembark from their flight at the Vancouver Airport, Domestic Terminal. Your meet & greet representative will be waiting for you near the baggage carousel for your flight. Please wait near the baggage carousel after retrieving your baggage. If you must make a phone call, have a cigarette or use the washroom please return to the baggage carousel area as soon as possible. Time for a meal or beverage will be available before your departure from the South Terminal.

Your meet & greet representative will escort you and your baggage to the company vehicle for the 10 minute drive to the South Terminal.

Call Admissions toll-free 1-866-487-9010 or Daniel Jordan at cell 604-789-0371 if your wait at the baggage carousel exceeds 10 minutes.

Vancouver Terminal Info for Flights from USA or Canada

All air passengers originating from the USA or overseas will disembark at the Vancouver Airport, International Terminal. International passengers arriving in Vancouver must first gather their baggage, then clear Canada Customs & Immigration (now known as Canada Border Services Agency) before the Sunshine Coast meet & greet representative can provide further assistance.

The Border Services officer will ask to see identification (see Documentation Requirements for Visitors to Canada below) and will ask the purpose of your visit to Canada. Sunshine Coast Health Center recommends that you tell the officer that you are here for addiction treatment. If the officer asks how long you will be staying in Canada, advise him that your maximum stay will be for 90 days. If the officer requires additional confirmation that you are here for addiction treatment, provide the letter of confirmation issued to you by Sunshine Coast Health Center or the cell phone number, 604-789-0371, for Daniel Jordan who will be waiting for you outside in the arrivals lounge.

Once you have cleared Canada Customs and enter the arrivals lounge, your meet & greet representative will accompany you to visitor parking. From the parking garage, you and your bags will be shuttled to the South Terminal for your flight to Powell River via Pacific Coastal Airlines.

How We Will Find You When You Arrive in Vancouver

For Canadian arrivals, your meet n' greet representative will greet you in Vancouver with a sign marked "Powell River." If your meet n' greet representative is not there when you arrive take a seat near the baggage carousel where you claimed your bag.

If you are arriving from the USA or overseas stay close to the native wood carving in the arrival lobby in the International arrivals terminal and look for your meet n' greet representative with the "Powell River" sign. As a precaution, Sunshine Coast admission staff will also obtain a physical description of you and what you are wearing for easier identification.

Shuttling from Vancouver Main Terminal to South Terminal

If you do not wish to have a meet & greet representative awaiting your arrival, you can make the transfer from the Main Terminal to the South Terminal on your own by taking a cab or a courtesy shuttle bus.

A courtesy shuttle bus is available in front of both the Domestic and International Terminals.  This complimentary walk-on shuttle bus departs from the Arrivals level of both the Domestic and International Terminals every 30 minutes.

The Domestic Terminal Shuttle pick-up is outside doorway "F" at curbside on the Arrivals level. The Domestic Terminal Shuttle pick-ups will occur on the hour and half past every hour.

The International Terminal Shuttlepick-up location is outside at Pillar 2 on the Arrivals level. The shuttle will pick-up on a scheduled basis at the International Terminal at 25 and 55 minutes past every hour.

There is a sign at both of these locations that is clearly marked 'South Terminal.' If unsure of connection time, please make use of the Courtesy Shuttle phones that are located on the hotel boards inside both the Domestic and International Airport Terminals on the Arrivals Level.

It is important to note passengers need to be available to take a Shuttle to the South Terminal at least 30 minutes prior to their flight departure time.  Depending on your flight connections it may be necessary for you to hire a taxi to ensure appropriate check-in time. Please make sure you have collected all of your baggage and belongings prior to boarding a shuttle or taxi to the South Terminal.

For a print out of information for transferring to the South Terminal see Terminal Transfers in Vancouver.

LAYOVERS IN VANCOUVER

Travel Assistance During Layovers in Vancouver

If a delay is encountered that results in an overnight stay in Vancouver, the meet & greet representative will provide shuttle service to a nearby hotel ¹. Your flight to Powell River will be rescheduled for the following morning. Your meet & greet representative will meet you at your hotel prior to departure and bring you back to the South Terminal for your rescheduled flight.

If there is a layover in Vancouver while waiting for your flight to Powell River the meet & greet representative may also help you purchase last minute personal items, grab a meal, or a quick driving tour of some local points of interest ². To ensure a hassle-free connection, the meet & greet representative will stay with the client until the boarding call for the Pacific Coastal flight is announced.

(1) Client will be responsible for all hotel accommodation, room charges and applicable taxes. Sunshine Coast Health Center reserves the right to limit travel assistance to an establishment within a reasonable driving distance from the South Terminal.

(2) these services are provided at the discretion of the meet & greet representative. Time restrictions or the condition of the client may preclude these layover provisions.

 

Hotels near the Airport in Vancouver

The following list of hotels located near the Vancouver Airport is provided in the event that a layover in Vancouver is required due to inclement weather or late arrival. The hotels listed are located within a 10 minute drive to the Vancouver Airport.

Some of these hotels provide shuttle bus service but please note the shuttle bus service is only provided to and from the Main Terminal. Therefore, passengers are recommended to call for taxi service to get to the South Terminal if flying to Powell River.

Sunshine Coast Health Center may hold a room with company credit card but client will be responsible for making payment at time of check-in.

Recommended Hotels

Delta Vancouver Airport Hotel & Marina
3500 Cessna Drive
Richmond BC V7B 1C7
Phone: (604)278-1241
Toll-free: (877)814-7706
Note: one of the nicer hotels in the airport area. Also one of the closest. Rates higher than average but tops in this category.

Holiday Inn Express Vancouver Airport
9351 Bridgeport Road
Richmond BC V6X 1S3
Phone: (604)273-8080
Toll-free: (888) HOLIDAY (888 465 4329)
Note: reasonable rates, airport shuttle, convenient to Airport. Relatively new hotel.

Sandman Hotel Vancouver Airport
3233 St. Edwards Dr
Richmond BC V6X 3K4
Phone: (604)303-8888
Toll-free: (800)SANDMAN
Note: Reasonable rates, convenient to airport, good restaurant (Moxies). A recommended hotel.

Other Hotels

Abercorn Inn (Best Western)
9260 Bridgeport Road
Richmond BC V6X 1S1
Phone: (604)270-7576
Toll-free: (800)663-0085
Note: convenient to the airport. Good restaurant. British-style accommodations.

Comfort Inn Vancouver Airport
3031 No.3 Road
Richmond BC V6X 2B6
Phone: (604) 278-5161
Toll Free: (800)663-0974

Days Inn Vancouver Airport
2840 Sexsmith Road
Richmond BC V6X 2H3
Phone: (604)207-8000

Executive Inn Express
9020 Bridgeport Road
Richmond BC V6X 1S1
Phone: (604) 270-6030
Toll Free: 1-888-388-EXEC(3932)

Executive Airport Plaza
7311 Westminster Hwy.
Richmond BC V6X 1A3
Phone: (604) 278-5555
Toll Free: (888)388-EXEC(3932)

Four Points by Sheraton
8368 Alexandra Road
Richmond BC V6X 4A6
Phone: (604) 214-0888
Note: this is a new hotel but is a little further drive than some of the other hotels listed.

Hampton Inn Vancouver Airport
8811 Bridgeport Road
Richmond BC
Phone: (604) 232-5505

Hilton Vancouver Airport
5911 Minoru Blvd
Richmond BC V6X4C7
Phone: (604)273-6336  
Note: a high-end hotel. Convenient to the South Terminal. Has airport shuttle to main terminal but not to South Terminal.

Holiday Inn Vancouver Airport
10720 Cambie Road
Richmond BC V6X 1K8
Phone: (604)821-1818
Toll-free: (888)831-3388

La Quinta Inn Vancouver Airport
8640 Alexandra Road
Richmond BC V6X 1C4
Phone: (604)276-2711

Quality Hotel Vancouver Airport South
7228 Westminster Hwy
Richmond BC V6X 1A1
Phone: (604) 244-3051  
Toll Free: (877)244-3051

Radisson President Hotel & Suites Vancouver Airport
8181 Cambie Road
Richmond BC V6X 3X9
Phone: (604)276-8181
Toll-free: (888) 201-1718
Note: right in the heart of Richmond's Asian shopping district.

Ramada Inn Hotel Vancouver Airport
7188 Westminster Highway
Westminster & Alderbridge Way
Richmond BC V6X 1A1
Phone: (604)207-9000

Richmond Inn (Best Western) Vancouver Airport
7551 Westminster Hwy.
Richmond BC V6X 1A3
Phone: (604)273-7878
Toll Free: (800)663-0299
Note: convenient to airport. Shuttle bus available. Good restaurant. Rates higher than average.

Vancouver Airport Marriott Hotel
7571 Westminster Highway
Richmond BC V6X1A3
Phone: (604)276-2112
Toll-free: (877)323-8888
Note: a new hotel. Good restaurant. Close to airport. Rates higher than average.Shuttle bus to main terminal available.

For a print out of hotels in Vancouver visit Vancouver Airport Hotels.

TRANSFERRING IN COMOX

Travel Assistance in Comox

Travel assistance has now been extended to Comox for WestJet flights from Canadian cities. Contact us for further details.

DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS

For Canadians

All passengers (Canadians, Americans, or overseas visitors) are required to have government-issued photo identification in order to board commercial flights within Canada. Government-issued photo ID includes a drivers licence or passport.

For more information, visit Passenger Protect Program which is a Transport Canada aviation security initiative.

For Visitors to Canada

Overseas visitors must have a valid passport and, depending on the country, may require a visa. For visitors from the United States refer to the Travel from USA section.

ARRIVING IN POWELL RIVER

Clients will be greeted by a driver at the airport in Powell River and shuttled directly to Sunshine Coast Health Center. The meet & greet representative in Vancouver will forward a description of the client to the driver in Powell River to facilitate the client's arrival.

OTHER AIR TRAVEL INFORMATION

Air Travel Contacts

Canada Border Services Agency - for information on entering Canada call 204-983-3500 or 506-636-5064.

Pacific Coastal Airlines - call toll-free 1-800-663-2872 or in Vancouver 604-273-8666 for further information on the Pacific Coastal courtesy shuttle service.

Sunshine Coast Health Center - call toll-free 1-866-487-9010 for travel assistance. To reach the meet & greet representative upon your arrival contact Daniel Jordan at cell 604-789-0371.

Vancouver International Airport (YVR) - For assistance upon arrival in Vancouver with baggage, shuttle services, etc. call 604-207-7077 or look for a "green-coat" volunteer in the terminal.

A Print-out You Can Take With You

An air travel quick print-out is available to take with you on your trip that includes much of the information you see on this webpage.

CAR TRAVEL

Driving From the USA to the Airport in Vancouver

While a Sunshine Coast Health Center meet n' greet representative is available to meet clients at the USA-Canada border, the following directions are provided for those that would prefer to make the drive without travel assistance. Please note that your destination is the South Terminal and not the Main Terminal at Vancouver Airport.:

• Take I-5 NORTH to Exit 275 onto WA-543 North (have your identification ready)
• WA-543 becomes 176 St. in Canada
• Head NORTH on 176 St. to the first set of lights - 8th Avenue and turn LEFT
• Merge RIGHT onto Provincial Route 99 N and go NORTH through Massey Tunnel
• Take the Steveston Highway exit - EXIT 32 - (your first exit after the tunnel) and stay in the left lane once you are on the exit
• Turn LEFT at the set of lights onto Steveston Highway
• Go WEST on Steveston Highway to No. 2 Road (you will pass No. 5 Road, then No. 4 Road, then No. 3 Road, then Gilbert Road, then No. 2 Road)
• Turn RIGHT heading NORTH on No. 2 Road (you will pass Williams, then Francis, then Blundell, then Granville, then Westminster then you will cross the No. 2 Road Bridge)
• Turn LEFT at the first set of lights after the bridge onto Inglis Drive (McDonald's will be on the left hand side)
• Turn RIGHT on Cowley Crescent (Harbour Air terminal is on the left)
• Find pay parking and enter South Terminal (taxi cabs will be parked out front)
• Once inside South Terminal Building look for Pacific Coastal Airlines, Powell River check-in
• Provide your confirmation number and show government-issued photo ID

If You Plan on Driving to Powell River from Vancouver

If you are planning on driving to Powell River from Vancouver please note it is a 4 hour drive since you need to take 2 ferries each with a 1 hour sailing time. See the travel directions by car section for more information.

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