October 1, 2025
Vancouver International Airport
Information for our friends coming on the flight:
Meet and Greet Information Session
If you live in Vancouver or the Lower Mainland, you will meet your group leader and other kids going on the flight on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Radisson BLU Airport Hotel & Marina at 3500 Cessna Drive, Richmond. If you are coming from out of town, your meeting will be on Tuesday, September 30th at 5 pm at the Radisson BLU Airport Hotel & Marina at 3500 Cessna Drive, Richmond. You will see a presentation about how your day will go, what to bring, and what to expect. The “Meet and Greet” is a good chance to ask questions, but if you have questions in advance you can also ask your contact person.
If you are an adult escort attending the flight on October 1st, there will be a mandatory information session on Sunday September 21st at 9:00AM at The Radisson BLU Hotel & Marina @ 3500 Cessna Drive, Richmond.
Flight Information
What to Bring
For Everyone:
Medications: Bring a 2–3 day supply of any necessary medication. Ensure it is clearly labelled and securely contained.
For Children:
Identification: Original birth certificate is required.
If your child was not born in Canada, a valid Canadian passport (if submitted during application) is acceptable.
Clothing: Children will change into their Dreams Take Flight uniform upon arrival at the airport. Uniforms will be provided.
- Shoes: Please wear comfortable shoes fit for walking all day long.
Leave at Home: Electronics, toys, or other personal belongings should be left at home—they are not allowed on the flight.
For Adults:
Identification: A valid Canadian passport is required to board the flight.
Dress Code (Escorts & Volunteers): Please wear your Dreams Take Flight shirt, along with comfortable pants or shorts, a hat, and walking shoes.
Arrival & Parking Information
Arrival Time:
Kids, please arrive no later than 3:45 AM at the Air Canada North Hangar at 6001 Grant McConachie Way — not the main airport terminal. Adults, please arrive at 3:00am.
Directions:
Provided at the Meet & Greet session prior to flight day.
Parking:
Parents/Guardians Dropping Off Children:
Park in the lot at the East Security Entrance – volunteers will be on hand to direct you.Volunteers, Media, Organizers, and Escorts:
Park anywhere in the East lot, as directed by volunteers. Please arrive by 3:00 AM.
At the Air Canada North Hangar
Upon arrival, go to your assigned Disney Group Table to meet your Group Leader and group members.
If your child requires medication, hand it directly to the Group Leader.
Submit your child’s original birth certificate or passport to the Group Leader.
Children will change into their Dreams Take Flight uniforms at the hangar.
Please take any personal belongings home (e.g. clothes, toys, bags) as storage is not available at the hangar.
The aircraft will depart and return from the same hangar. You’ll pick your child up here at the end of the day.
At Disneyland
Each child will be part of a small group, accompanied by a Group Leader, an agency escort, and additional adult chaperones.
Groups will explore Disneyland at their own pace throughout the day.
All meals, snacks, and drinks are provided.
Please do not send money with your child—everything is taken care of!
Groups will enjoy multiple rides and character meet-and-greets.
Tip: Talk with your child about their favorite things to do so the Group Leader can help plan a magical day.
6:00 PM: Groups will meet on Main Street to begin the return process.
Photos will be taken throughout the day by Group Leaders and professional photographers. A photo album will be created and shared with families after the trip.
Returning to Vancouver
Parents/guardians can check the flight status by:
checking the Air Canada App
Checking online for Air Canada Flight AC 7182
Pick up your child from the Air Canada North Hangar, where you dropped them off earlier in the day.
Group Photos & Memories
Every child will receive a group photo to take home.
Additional photos will be uploaded to our social media throughout the day – please find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DreamsYVR/) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dreamsyvr/?hl=en)
Important Reminder
This is a No-Smoking Day.
No tobacco products of any kind are allowed.
Flight Itinerary
3:45 am
Check-In at Air Canada Hangar
Children, volunteers, and media arrive at the Air Canada North Hangar for check-in.
Each child will receive their Dreams Take Flight uniform, including a bright, high-visibility t-shirt to wear for the day.
5:00 am
Flight Departs for Los Angeles (LAX)
The flight takes off once all children, volunteers, media, and special guests are safely on board and seated.
8:15 am
Arrival at LAX
Groups disembark together and are welcomed by Los Angeles-based volunteers.
Everyone gathers for a group photo on the tarmac in front of the aircraft.
8:45 am
Bus Ride to Disneyland
Groups board their assigned buses and begin the journey to Disneyland!
10:00 am
Arrival at Disneyland
Group Leaders already have tickets in hand.
After entering the park, each group will take a photo in front of Sleeping Beauty’s Castle, then head off for their first ride!
Children explore Disneyland in small groups.
Activities include rides, attractions, lunch, and photo ops with Disney characters.
6:00 pm
Last Call Before Leaving the Park!
- We gather on Main Street to complete some last activities.
7:30 pm
Depart Disneyland with Dinner
Groups board the buses and say farewell to Disneyland.
- Pizza is served on the bus ride
8:45 pm
Arrival at LAX
Groups arrive back at Los Angeles International Airport and prepare for the return flight.
9:30 pm
Return Flight to Vancouver
Groups board the plane and get settled in.
Snacks are served on board the flight.
12:00 am
Arrival in Vancouver
The plane lands and teams return to the Air Canada Hangar, where families are waiting.
Every child is presented with something special to take home from their magical day.
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