We build things. Call us a professional scene shop, a custom manufacturer, or a fabrication house -- if you need something built, we're here to help you.
We specialize in catering to the needs of Live Performance and Film/TV, Exhibition & Trade Shows, and myriad cultural projects. Since 2003, GNW has been an industry leader in matters of sustainability and equitable work practices. To this end, GNW is a certified Living Wage employer that is also Climate Smart and Reel Green. We are also dedicated to supporting the local arts ecology. Maybe the greatest thing to build is a better world.
08/12/2026
The letters we were building have been stripped of their vibrant vinyl graphics. From tremendous colour to Greek Med White (that's our pitch for a new Pantone colour; sorry, Sherwin-Williams Greek Villa SW 7551). Guesses as to what these letters spelled? Hint: did you do the half-marathon this past weekend?
07/31/2026
You never know where the fun projects are going to come from. Glad to help get the message out about the only things that should be flushed: "P*e, poo, and toilet paper (and yes, bodily fluids) are the only things that are safe to flush. Our toilets and sewer systems weren’t designed to handle anything else." GNW built and painted the structure, and did the graphics.
07/30/2026
GNW has fabricated and installed signage of all sorts over the years.
GNW has a huge gig underway and have lots of opportunities for carps, drivers, and grips. Some early calls and weekend work possibilities. Reach out now to [email protected]/ and we can get you started pretty much immediately!
07/12/2026
07/01/2026
With all the bespoke pieces we build for clients, we often think of ourselves as "prototypers," if that's a word. Figure out the process, work out the bugs, then go for it. Kind of like "measure twice, cut once." (Fun fact: a former boss in another industry got that expression backwards. Caused some issues.)
Does this sound like something you could do? The Operations Manager is responsible for the efficient and effective management of the shop, shop equipment, and attendant facilities. The basics: must be able to supervise staff and function well in a collaborative environment; knowledge of production and employment standards, practices, and procedures in the entertainment and construction industries; and knowledge of warehousing practices. Email your resume with a cover letter to [email protected]. You can find more details about the position on the GVPTA website's Opportunities page.
06/25/2026
Very cool!
The TSN broadcast centre at Jack Poole Plaza will be busy today with the big game at BC Place. Cool to see the set and the production and scaffolding infrastructure in this photo.
06/24/2026
brought so many projects for local shops like ours, and we were excited to build the broadcast studio for TSN / at in .
| Monday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 4:30pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5:15pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |
06/29/2026