ConnecTra Society’s flagship event, the Abilities Expo, brings together exhibitors, vendors, community resources, and guest speakers to support well-being, meaningful connection, and a more connected future for the disability community.
ConnecTra’s Abilities Expo 2026: Connected Futures
Date: June 8th, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM PT
Location: Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, BC
Since 2010, ConnecTra’s Abilities Expo has provided opportunities for people with disabilities, their families, caregivers, seniors, and healthcare professionals to learn about local resources and connect with others in the community. The event brings together like-minded organizations and services that support independence, well-being, and meaningful connection. It is a space for discovering opportunities and exploring what is possible together.
The 2026 Abilities Expo theme, Connected Futures, reflects the importance of innovation, accessible technology, and inclusive design in strengthening our communities. This year’s Expo showcases organizations, services, and ideas that are helping shape more connected and inclusive futures, featuring informative and inspiring presentations, community resources, and opportunities to engage across generations and lived experiences.
Free admission. Donations welcome.
Interested in becoming a vendor or sponsor?
Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are available for the 2026 Abilities Expo: Connected Futures.
Sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 Abilities Expo range from accessible, community-based discounted tables to Diamond partnerships, making it possible for organizations of all sizes to participate.
Sponsors gain meaningful brand visibility before, during, and after the event through on-site recognition, inclusion in promotional materials, and digital outreach across ConnecTra’s channels. The Expo offers direct engagement with more than 350 attendees, including people with disabilities, families, caregivers, service providers, healthcare professionals, and community organizations.
By sponsoring the Abilities Expo, organizations not only showcase their services and values, but also play an active role in advancing accessibility, inclusion, and innovation within the disability community.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss sponsorship options, please contact us at
info@connectra.org
Below you’ll find highlights and media coverage from previous Abilities Expos, offering a snapshot of the experience and impact of this community event.
Exploring ConnecTra Society’s 2025 Abilities Expo – SFU’s The Peak
Video Interviews with Vendors from Accessible Media Inc (2025)
Abilities Expo 2025: How to Thrive in 2025 — Your Wellness, Your Way
At the 2025 Abilities Expo, the theme focused on wellness, resilience, and self-advocacy. The event brought together community members to share lived experiences, learn from one another, and explore what thriving looks like in different ways. These presentations highlight some of the meaningful conversations and stories that shaped the 2025 Expo.
Abilities Expo 2023: Adventure Awaits!
In 2023, the theme was ‘Adventure Awaits’ and the event was well received by the community with over 400 people coming and going all day! Our community connected with all sorts of resources to find the type of Adventure suited for them. Watch our recap video below!
Featuring
- 40+ Exhibitors & Vendors from in and around the Lower Mainland
- Guest Speakers & Presentations
- Resources & adaptive activities
- FREE Catered lunch
- …and more!
2026 SCHEDULE (Coming Soon)
We will not be live-streaming presentations, but after the event, we will upload the videos of the presentations to the Disability Foundation YouTube channel for those located outside of the Lower Mainland or otherwise unable to attend.
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Digital Assets For Partners and Media (Coming Soon)
Sponsors & Community Partners
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Getting Here
Walking/Wheeling
From Granville Street, head east five blocks down Davie St.
Bus
Buses 6 & C23 stop within feet of the Roundhouse Community Centre. Learn more about getting around by transit in Vancouver on the Translink website.
Parking
Paid parking will be available in the Roundhouse parkade.
Skytrain
The Yaletown-Roundhouse Canada Line Station is 200 metres from the Roundhouse Community Centre. Upon exiting the station, head east down Davie St. until you reach the Pacific Blvd cross-street – the Roundhouse Community Centre will be right across the street!
Venue Map
For a map of the venue, click here.
For the floor plan, click here.