2015 Top 250 Cdn Trade Shows

For a complete 2015 TSNN Top 45 Canadian Trade Show List please contact Bradford Christison at bchristison@tsnn.com.

TSNN Rank by NSF Event Event Date(s) Venue
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Global Petroleum Show GPS is dedicated to attracting a mix of key international and regional manufacturers, distributors and service companies providing technologies, equipment and solutions for the oil and gas industry. Exhibits are specific to exploration and production, drilling and completions, project management, transportation for upstream, midstream and downstream sectors. Industry sectors represented at GPS include Conventional Oil, Heavy Oil, Natural Gas, Oil Sands and Unconventional Gas, State owned oil companies national and International oil companies and deligations.
Organizer: dmg events (Canada) inc
# Exhibitors:2,000
# Attendees:40,778
06/09/2015 to 06/11/2015
Stampede Park Calgary
NSF: 750,000
2
Canadian Furniture Show (formerly Canadian Home Furnishings Market) The Canadian Furniture Show is the only national furniture show in Canada. Every year since 1972, it has brought together industry professionals, manufacturers, importers, retailers, designers, and others, from Canada, the United States, and worldwide, to conduct business. Attendees can source new products, network with suppliers, discover new emerging companies, attend educational seminars and find inspirational ideas -- all in one convenient location. Hundreds of leading manufacturers, distributors and suppliers gather annually at the Market to showcase their latest designs and collections for the living room, bedroom and dining room, as well as juvenile furniture, accent furniture, bedding, lighting, and decorative accessories.
Organizer: The Quebec Furniture Manufacturers Association
# Exhibitors:240
# Attendees:4,624
06/04/2015 to 06/07/2015
The International Centre Toronto
NSF: 407,874
3
Toronto Gift Fair - Jan. Owned and operated by the Canadian Gift Association, a not for profit. The Toronto Gift Fair is a trade-only show featuring general giftware, home décor, bed/bath/linen, gourmet housewares, gourmet foods, fashion jewellery & accessories, baby, stationery, and much more.
Organizer: Canadian Gift Association (CanGift)
# Exhibitors:851
# Attendees:24,707
01/25/2015 to 01/29/2015
Toronto Congress Centre/The International Centre Toronto
NSF: 390,604
4
Toronto Gift Fair - Aug. Owned and operated by the Canadian Gift Association, a not for profit. The Toronto Gift Fair is a trade-only show featuring general giftware, home décor, bed/bath/linen, gourmet housewares, gourmet foods, fashion jewellery & accessories, baby, stationery, and much more.
Organizer: Canadian Gift Association (CanGift)
# Exhibitors:759
# Attendees:17,185
08/09/2015 to 08/12/2015
Toronto Congress Centre/The International Centre Toronto
NSF: 356,576
5
Salon de l'agriculture Farm machinery and agribusiness show.
Organizer: Salon de l'agriculture
# Exhibitors:300
# Attendees:10,299
01/13/2015 to 01/15/2015
Espace St-Hyacinthe Saint-Hyacinthe
NSF: 180,000
6
PPPC National Convention and Trade Show Canada's largest promotional products industry trade show attracts nationwide professionals, members of PPPC and their invited clients. The convention spans over five days with three full trade show days. It's the perfect opportunity to accumulate CEU points towards accreditation, network with peers, see the latest innovations in the New Products Salon and stay informed on industry trends.
Organizer: Promotional Product Professionals of Canada
# Exhibitors:219
# Attendees:1,627
01/26/2015 to 01/30/2015
Metro Toronto Convention Centre Toronto
NSF: 175,000
7
The Buildings Show Annual exposition covering networking and educational event for the design, construction and real estate industries, we provide programming excellence that helps attendees keep pace in a dynamic market. With 1,600 national and international exhibitors, 500 speakers, and 350 seminars, The Buildings Show connects all sectors of the built environment. We offer solutions that provide attendees with a competitive advantage in the industry.
Organizer: Informa Canada
# Exhibitors:1,600
# Attendees:30,000
12/02/2015 to 12/04/2015
Metro Toronto Convention Centre Toronto
NSF: 171,528
8
CIM Convention & EXPO The CIM Expo is Canada’s premier mining marketplace, featuring the latest in mining equipment, tools, technologies and services. With continued growth over the last four years; visitors will meet new exhibitors and reconnect with their loyal suppliers, contractors and consultants. It's the place to learn about the tools, technologies and services available to foster strength in your operations and profession.
Organizer: Canadian Institute of Mining, Metalurgy & Petroleum
# Exhibitors:492
# Attendees:6,600
05/10/2015 to 05/13/2015
Palais des congres de Montreal Montreal
NSF: 151,992
9
Landscape Ontario's Congress Landscape Ontario's Congress is known as Canada's largest horticultural, lawn and garden trade show and conference. The show's focus is mainly on the construction and equipment side of the business, but all aspects of horticulture are covered by the trade show exhibitors and in the conference topics that are addressed by well-known speakers.
Organizer: Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association
# Exhibitors:597
# Attendees:6,887
01/06/2015 to 01/08/2015
Toronto Congress Centre Toronto
NSF: 130,380
10
Restaurants Canada Show The Restaurants Canada Show is the largest and most successful event of its kind in the country. This trade show features Canada's only full-service marketplace providing a perfect opportunity to connect and network with customers. Canada's most influential chefs and industry leaders are also on hand, interacting with attendees through a full roster of seminars, workshops, presentations and culinary demonstrations.
Organizer: Restaurants Canada
# Exhibitors:700
# Attendees:12,000
03/01/2015 to 03/03/2015
Enercare Center Toronto
NSF: 130,000
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