MarketPlace Commodities, a leader in the agricultural trading industry, required a centralized way to display key trading information on their floor. With multiple traders relying on real-time data to make informed decisions, the company needed a solution to display crucial market information in a clear and accessible way. The solution needed to include live data updates for the commodities they trade most frequently, along with opportunities emerging in the market. Unfortun

PCL Construction's North American Headquarters in Edmonton, Alberta, faced critical challenges with their large meeting hall. This multi-purpose space, essential for everything from team meetings to corporate galas, suffered from poor audio coverage, excessive reflective surfaces, and natural light interference that diminished the quality of visual presentations. Furthermore, the room’s lack of flexibility for larger events and an outdated user interface made it difficult to

The City of West Kelowna sought a cutting-edge solution for their Royal Lepage Arena, home to the BCHL West Kelowna Warriors and a beloved community rink. The challenge was clear: they needed a brand new LED center clock that would enhance the game day experience for players, fans, and the community alike. To achieve this, they turned to Sapphire, a trusted name in audiovisual innovation. The Royal Lepage Arena needed a modern LED center clock that would deliver a high-end ga

Celebration Church in Edmonton faced a pressing challenge with their outdated, low-resolution LED wall. The existing wall was at the end of its life, necessitating frequent and costly stage redesigns to maintain a fresh look. The church’s Broadcast ministry, which serves hundreds of online viewers weekly and is featured on the Miracle Channel, required a solution that performed exceptionally well on camera. Furthermore, the new LED wall had to fit perfectly in the available s

Platform Calgary stands as a beacon of innovation and startup incubation in the Calgary business scene. Given its bustling schedule and critical role in fostering new ventures, the organization could not afford any downtime while completing their audiovisual upgrade. Platform Calgary required a flexible, user-friendly system, perfectly integrated to accommodate remote participants, all while being installed in limited windows of availability. Recognizing the complexities of t

In March of 2024 The City of Pitt Meadows Council Chambers underwent a transformation to enhance civic engagement and streamline communication. The challenge lay in replacing the outdated conferencing system with a modern solution that would meet the diverse needs of council members and citizens. Sapphire was able to provide expert guidance and technical expertise to ensure a seamless transition. The removal of the old conferencing system and installation of a new one posed

Youthlink Calgary Police Interpretive Centre embarked on an ambitious project to expand its educational offerings with a fully modular exhibit space. This initiative aimed to showcase police history and artifacts, providing visitors with immersive experiences that spanned various time periods. The challenge was to design a compact yet versatile space capable of hosting projected images and accommodating rotating exhibits. Sapphire was honoured to assist in guiding the project

Shark Club West Georgia, renowned for its vibrant atmosphere and sports-centric ambiance, faced a significant challenge with its outdated LCD videowalls and video infrastructure. In an industry where every second of downtime translates to lost revenue, the need for a modernization that could occur outside of business hours was paramount. To address these challenges and enhance the viewing experience for their patrons, Shark Club turned to Sapphire for expert guidance. Underst

In the heart of Vancouver, an iconic restaurant faced a monumental challenge: a much-needed renovation to modernize its aesthetics and AV infrastructure, all within tight construction timelines. Adding to the complexity, the renovation also included an expansion of the outdoor patio area, requiring careful integration of audiovisual solutions. Recognizing the need for expert guidance, the restaurant turned to Sapphire to navigate this ambitious project. With years of experien

Cactus Club Cafe, known for its vibrant ambiance and culinary excellence, faced a unique challenge with their newest building in Calgary Crowfoot. Integrating speakers and displays into its aesthetic design without compromising quality. In their quest for a solution, they turned to Sapphire for guidance and expertise. Cactus Club Crowfoot aimed to blend audiovisual into their restaurant's signature ambiance, ensuring a consistent sound experience that resonates with the brand

In the fast-paced world of education, schools are constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance the learning environment and cater to the diverse needs of their students. Abbotsford Christian School (ACS) recently embarked on an ambitious project to construct a large room known as the learning commons, which would serve as a library, meeting space, and performance hall. However, they faced a significant challenge in integrating audio, video, and lighting systems that could ac

The Jack Singer Concert Hall at Arts Commons is a world class performance facility in Calgary, Alberta. When they engaged Sapphire in 2020, they were faced with a problem. Their existing PA system was 18 years old and was designed with the primary purpose of serving the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra - this meant that outside acts often overlooked the venue based on the performance of the audio system. The requirement from the Calgary Philharmonic was a discreet system with

Job Summary We are looking for a qualified individual to join our sales and design team in our Abbotsford office. Our unique range of jobs includes installations in performing arts venues (sound, video, lighting), churches, restaurants and hospitality and corporate boardrooms. The job is highly commission-based and requires a driven individual who is ready to dig in and fight to win jobs. You will be primarily working in an office setting but will regularly need to attend si

Sapphire had the opportunity to work with First Assembly Church, a modern Pentecostal church that places great importance on music in their worship services. First Assembly's room presented a unique challenge as it wrapped 270 degrees around the stage, with a large under-balcony area and a low ceiling. The customer wanted to achieve stereo imaging, which was almost impossible in the space. Sapphire stepped in with a new solution that the industry had never seen before. Instea

Centre Street Church (CSC) is the largest church in Canada, with a presence in five campuses, including the central campus, Airdrie campus, Bearspaw campus, South campus, and Bridgeland campus. For over a decade, Sapphire has partnered with CSC, providing major upgrades to all of their campuses. Recently, CSC was facing a challenge as their Bearspaw campus was growing rapidly and needed a permanent home, rather than continuing to rent their existing space. Sapphire stepped up

Sapphire was entrusted with designing an AV system for a cutting-edge energy and resources company, NCS Multistage, that was expanding into a massive research and technology complex. The company required a system that was easy to use and would allow them to host and meet with customers from around the world. Sapphire designed and installed AV solutions for the entire facility, including the main boardroom, customer presentation room, internal meeting and huddle spaces, and a

Grace Presbyterian Church is a historical building with beautiful architecture, but it lacked the necessary technology to support modern live streaming capabilities. During the pandemic, the church pivoted to recording and editing services for their congregation, but they wanted to return to live services without sacrificing the high standard set by their post-production work. Sapphire was tasked with bringing modern live streaming capabilities to the church while maintaining

The Chilliwack School District had a dream: to turn an old university building into a hub for creativity and the arts. But as they took over the premises, they soon realized that the aging AV equipment was holding them back. The classrooms, theatre, gymnasium, and other spaces were in dire need of a major upgrade. Enter Sapphire, Western Canada's leading Audio Visual Systems company. With a team of experts, Sapphire was determined to turn the Chilliwack School District's drea

St. Albert Alliance Church was opening a new worship facility in 2021, and with 10 years of planning almost complete, it was time for their team to begin to collaborate with an audio visual team to bring their vision of a modern church to life, one that was more than just a house of worship, but a central community space surrounded by flexible multi-purpose spaces for various events, activities, and workshops. The vision for St. Albert Alliance Church's new facility was to u

Mark Anthony Group is one of the world's top alcoholic beverage producers, with brands like White Claw, Mike's Hard, Mission Hill Winery, and other brands under it's umbrella. When the COVID-19 Pandemic hit, the company wanted to continue the spirit of collaboration and maintain connections with their teams in the face of working remotely from the pandemic disruptions. Sapphire worked with Mark Anthony Group's IT and work place experience teams to design and integrate digital