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COUR T ESY OF CANUCKS SP OR TS & ENT ER TAINMENT C A N U C K S S P O R T S & E N T E R T A I N M E N T Encore Suite: Raising the Game Experience the best in sports and entertainment at Rogers Arena's brand-new upscale space T he Encore Suite at Rogers Arena is a stunning new 262-seat premium club that oers all the ne touches that an exclusive membership area deserves. With ever-changing menus, an exquisite list of local and international wine and beer, and an all-inclusive entertainment package that guarantees you a seat to all concerts and other events, Encore will keep you coming back for more. The Aquilini family has invested signicantly in Rogers Arena since 2004, with a special focus on fan experience. The Encore Suite is an example of their dedication to bringing world-class premium sports experiences to Vancouver. "We want our fans to have unforgettable moments when they come to Rogers Arena, and the new Encore Suite has set an exciting new benchmark," says Francesco Aquilini. "It's one of the best premium suite locations I've seen at any sports venue in North America." As soon as you step foot in the suite, the energetic, sociable setting is evident. Members are able to interact freely with clients, friends and family; enjoy delicious bites at the food stations; and take in all the action from the panoramic centre-ice view on the 400 level of Rogers Arena. Beyond giving you the best view in the house, members receive exceptional customer service. Ariel Bantog upgraded to an Encore membership and has been enjoying all the features it has to oer with family, friends and colleagues. "It's new, exciting and there are so many perks," says Bantog. "Apart from the awesome food and view, it's a great way to network and bond with my sta members when I bring them here. I've come to almost all of the games, go to the concerts, and I've also made some new friends as well. The overall experience is fantastic. It's no doubt a great night out." The combination of sports and entertainment is what people are looking for, and Encore takes Canucks games to a whole new level. Taralynn Reburn, senior manager, premium sales, for Canucks Sports & Entertainment, says full all-inclusive membership is what sports teams are directing toward now. "People in the city want to go out and have a good time," says Reburn. "This is a place where you know when you arrive you have a table, you have a spot to see the game or concert, you can connect with people, network with clients over some food and drinks and know that everything is taken care of. It's been very successful, especially with our clients in the trades and professional services industries. If you send your customer here, you know that they're taken care of—and there's no better impression than that." Todd Jeannotte, director, premium operations, at Canucks Sports & Entertainment, says Encore is a one-of-a- kind space that has everything a member could ask for. "We're oering the best view and service for sports and entertainment in the city. Encore is upbeat, network worthy and the best of both worlds." P R O M O T E D C O N T E N T (this photo and right) The new Encore Suite is a stunning space, with an even more spectacular view of the ice