TR TRADES PARTNERS WITH BC PLACE FOR STADIUM GRAPHICS

TR Trades proudly collaborates with BC Place—one of Canada’s most iconic multi-purpose event venues—to print their stadium graphics. These large-format prints create a visual storytelling project that celebrates the venue’s most memorable moments.

Whenever BC Place needs to add printed images to its spaces, the team relies on TR Trades for expert guidance on design, materials, finishing, and display solutions. As a result, this stunning collection of framed stadium graphics brings the stadium’s iconic events to life.

A PARTNERSHIP BUILT ON PRINT EXPERTISE

As part of this collaboration, BC Place provided TR Trades with numerous images. TR Trades designers then arranged these photos into professional-looking collages. To prepare these large-format prints, the team digitally interpolates many of the images to improve resolution and sharpness for high-quality reproduction. Using AI upscaling software, the designers easily enlarge small source files while maintaining exceptional clarity. Once they finish the digital collages, TR Trades submits digital proofs. BC Place then reviews the files, requests any necessary revisions, and gives final approval.

TR Trades printed each piece on Epson Premium Photo Paper and mounted the photos to 3/16” white foamcore. Next, the team secured the artwork in 0.75” black frames. They also added satin gold plates to each frame to clearly identify the artist and event date. Altogether, TR Trades produced 44 framed pieces in various sizes, measuring up to 40” × 40”.

PRINTING STADIUM GRAPHICS FOR EVERY CORNER

The stadium graphics are displayed throughout both guest-facing public areas and back-of-house spaces. For guests, these displays enrich the stadium experience by highlighting unforgettable performances and achievements. For staff and team members, the imagery serves as a source of pride, celebrating the milestones and shared success that define BC Place.


Thoughtful placement creates a cohesive visual narrative across the venue, reinforcing its identity and connection to the event it hosts.

These stunning collages showcase memorable images from major events at BC Place. The artwork features global artists like Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Beyoncé, Elton John, and the Rolling Stones. The displays also highlight thrilling sporting events, such as, the Grey Cup, the BC Lions games, the Vancouver Whitecaps, the Supercross, the Invictus Games, and much more.

TR Trades worked closely with the BC Place team to provide guidance on design, print finishing, materials, and display methods. TR Trades made sure each print was designed and displayed properly. This expertise allowed BC Place to confidently bring its most memorable events to life through their captured images.

TIMELY STADIUM GRAPHIC PRODUCTION

The stadium graphics project required timely execution. TR Trades successfully met a tight production schedule deadline producing the stadium graphics.


The ability to produce high-quality work within a short time frame was critical to meeting BC Place’s operational needs.

A LASTING IMPACT WITH STADIUM GRAPHICS

BC Place praises TR Trades for their printing expertise, flexibility, and fast production speeds. BC Place highly values a reliable print partner who understands image quality and real-world installation demands.

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TR Trades uses Epson Fine Art Printers, which offer the industry’s widest color gamut. These advanced printers feature a vast range of inks, including orange, green, and three shades of black. Their precise color blends and smooth tonal transitions—from bright highlights to deep shadows—make them ideal for high-end photography reproductions.

TR Trades delivers Epson Photographic Printing that ensures exceptional image quality, color accuracy, and longevity. Galleries and museums globally trust Epson’s professional pigment ink systems to produce archival-quality prints with long-lasting color stability. Count on TR Trades to supply the high-detail, sharp prints you need for professional interior environments.

 

ABOUT BC PLACE

Located in downtown Vancouver, BC Place (https://www.bcplace.com/) hosts major sporting events, international concerts, cultural celebrations, and community gatherings. Featuring a distinctive retractable roof and flexible interior spaces, the stadium welcomes millions of guests each year. Professional sports teams, global artists, and large-scale events of national and international significance call this world-class venue home.

The stadium carefully balances heavy guest traffic with stunning architectural design. To meet these rigorous demands, BC Place needs visually striking and highly durable interior displays that maintain their high quality over time in busy, high-traffic areas..

ABOUT TR TRADES

Located in Kitsilano, TR Trades Reproduction (trtrades.com) proudly partners with Vancouver businesses to meet their printing needs, a tradition they started in 1969.

TR Trades specializes in large-format printing and directly serves diverse industries, including Construction and Development, Retail, and Marketing. The company also operates a dedicated Fine Art Scanning and Printing Division (trtrades.com/epson-fine-art-printing-giclee). This specialized space within their shop focuses entirely on reproducing fine art and producing high-end photo prints.


Clients choose TR Trades for high-quality reproductions of original art and large-format photo prints.

TR Trades achieves the highest possible print quality by using advanced color management software, Epson Giclee Printers, and Epson Premium Photo Papers. Their end-to-end service covers file preparation, design, printing, and framing, making them the preferred partner for professional venues that need high-quality, large-format prints.

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“McKenzie is always eager to respond and help. Great customer service as always!”
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McKenzie

Senior Account Manager

McKenzie joined the TR team with a solid foundation of experience in the print industry. His career began in production, where he developed his skills in maintenance, operations and finishing. Quickly recognized for his talent, initiative and charisma, McKenzie was promoted to Production Lead. At the helm of the production team, he proved a natural leader and infected the team with his positivity and work ethic.

After building his knowledge leading the production team, McKenzie progressed into the Sales department, honing his sales skills under the leadership of Carla Duncan and TR’s customer focused approach. His natural penchant for customer service and dedication to quality assurance proved an ideal fit for the TR sales team where McKenzie now functions as Account Manager.

Never one to rest on his laurels, McKenzie enhanced his knowledge with sales courses at BCIT and can regularly be seen applying his skills throughout the shop. Don’t be surprised to find him supporting the finishing department, assisting clients at the front desk, or onsite ensuring installations surpass customer expectations.

Also goes by: Mac

Interesting fact about McKenzie: he can be found on Wikipedia

Best described in three words as: loyal, funny, and stubborn

Cannot live without: his back massager

Quote to live by: “When you look at someone through rose-coloured glasses, all the red flags just look like flags” – Wanda the Owl

“Bruce has always provided excellent customer service.”
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Bruce

CAD & eProject Manager

When you meet Bruce you automatically know he is a seasoned professional in the reprographics industry. Starting out as a driver for Hughes Owens Printing in 1978, he eventually transitioned to Trimen Blueprinting where he acted as a reprographics technician for 13 years. With the onset of the digital era in 2000, TR Trades hired Bruce as CAD Manager. Since then he has been an invaluable asset to the company and anyone who has questions regarding CAD plotting. When Bruce is not overseeing others in the CAD department, he spends countless hours troubleshooting client issues, unearthing customer print errors, and providing eProject software support. He is regularly looked to for printing advice by both coworkers and clients.

Bruce is also well versed in troubleshooting onsite issues and participating in client presentations, having assisted Carla and TR sales staff in many client meetings. If you’re looking for a history lesson on the print industry or if you want to optimize your drawings for print, you’ll want to call on Bruce. Many may not know, but Bruce is a musician at heart! He originally studied engineering and math, eventually realizing it was not the career path he wished to pursue. Following this, Bruce went on to complete both a music program and a piano technician program through Douglas College. During his spare time, you’ll find him creating music or acting as a vocalist in several bands. When he is not playing the guitar and recording music, you can find Bruce tinkering around on one of his computers or watching hockey.

Also goes by: Stretch

Best described as: Humble

Favourite place in Vancouver: Minnekhada, Coquitlam

Guilty pleasure: Audio software

Favourite TV show: Hockey

Ideal meal: Mac & cheese (with ketchup)

Cannot live without: Music

Carla Duncan

President

Having worked in the family business since before she can remember, Carla has a natural talent for helping clients reach their printing goals. Always an advocate for education, Carla completed the Marketing Management course at Kwantlen Polytechnic University and then obtained a degree in Business Administration from Simon Fraser University with a double major in Management Technology and Human Resources. And all of this is in addition to sales and marketing courses at BCIT!

Combining her extensive education with a lifetime of experience, Carla is a driving force behind the success of TR Trades. On a daily basis, she can be found anywhere in the shop, always striving to enhance client satisfaction. Her familiarity with our systems, equipment, and services make her uniquely capable of ensuring clients benefit from every possible way that TR Trades can help businesses grow.

Favourite place in Vancouver: None. She would rather be off the grid camping!

During her free time you can find her: riding her atv or dirtbike, camping in the wild, fishing off the West Coast, fishing in a river, or in her garden.

Ideal meal: steak and double stuffed potatoes

What gets her motivated in the morning: coffee and coming to work!

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