Every month we present a list of trade (and consumer) events happening across Canada. We do this because they’re an excellent entry point into a new market; they give visitors and exhibitors a chance to make connections, find new products/services, and learn about industry trends.
Below is a list of events happening across Canada in May; click the links to learn more about each.
EV & Charging Expo (May 1-2; Toronto, ON) – “The EV & Charging Expo™ is the event for business and government professionals to experience the latest in electric vehicle charging infrastructure, test drive commercial EVs and meet best-in-class suppliers to enable your organization’s EV transition.”
Bakery Showcase (May 5-6; Toronto, ON) – “Empowering and supporting baking professionals across Canada,” the Bakery Association’s trade show and conference includes exhibitors and sessions covering all aspects of baking.
OWWA WEAO Conference & Trade Show (May 5-7; Niagara Falls, ON) – “Ontario’s Water Conference & Trade Show continues to be the preeminent drinking water conference in Ontario, consistently attracting over 1000 delegates from all areas of our industry: operators and owners, manufacturers and suppliers, consultants, academics and regulators.”
Canada Gas Exhibition & Conference (May 7-9; Vancouver, BC) – With more than 85 expert speakers, 85 strategic and technical sessions, three days of networking, and more than 500 conference delegates, this is the event to attend and learn about Canada’s LNG sector.
Halal Expo Canada (May 8-9; Toronto, ON) – “North America’s only trade show dedicated to the Halal industry.”
Waterpower Summit & Trade Show (May 8-10; Niagara, ON) – “The POWC Conference features Canada’s largest hydroelectric trade show with more than 60 venders from across North America.”
PM Springfest (May 9; Toronto, ON) – “PM Springfest brings together property management professionals to connect with leading suppliers, explore new innovations and learn from industry experts about latest regulatory, health, and life safety changes; efficient energy management strategies; retrofitting aging buildings; essential capital planning details; and much more.”
CX Strategies Summit (May 14-15; Toronto, ON) – “This year’s edition is an in-person event featuring interactive sessions, curated breakout learning, and face-to-face networking opportunities,” all for customer experience professionals.
RAIC Congress on Architecture (May 14-18; Vancouver, BC) – “The 2024 Conference Program, features high-quality learning opportunities that include interactive content, innovative ideas, and engaging discussions.”
SmartMTX (May 15-16; Red Deer, AB) – “Western Canada’s premier platform to explore ideas and opportunities that fuel smart manufacturing adoption and innovation.”
SIAL Canada (May 15-17; Montreal, QC) – “SIAL Canada is not only the meeting point of the Canadian agri-food industry, but also the privileged gateway to the American and international markets.”
Forum Innovation Aerospatiale International (May 21-22; Montreal, QC) – “The largest gathering of international aerospace decision-makers in Canada.”
e-Health Conference (May 26-28; Toronto, ON) – “Learn, connect, and network at Canada’s largest national digital health conference.”
Grow Up Conference & Expo (May 27-29; Toronto, ON) – “[the] Grow Up Conference … is a true B2B cannabis event focusing on cultivation, extraction and psychedelics.”
DEX Expo Saskatoon (May 28; Saskatoon, SK) – The DEX Expo “attracts regional buying influences in design, research & development, engineering, purchasing, management, maintenance, production, operations, service, etc.”
Land & Development Conference (May 28; Toronto, ON) – “Connect with 900+ senior level attendees, including 400+ building owners, developers, and investors from Canada’s top institutions.”
RCC STORE 24 (May 28-29; Toronto, ON) – “RCC STORE 24 brings together retail decision makers at the biggest retail event of the year. Demonstrate thought leadership, build your brand and make new connections.”
Inventures 2024 (May 29-31; Calgary, AB) – “Meet the brightest minds, angel investors, venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders from across the globe that are solving the most critical issues of our time.”
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