The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) hosts its annual Convention & Trade Show—the largest fresh fruit and vegetable trade event in Canada. It brings together professionals across the produce supply chain for education, networking, and business development. It’s the 101st edition, taking place in Spring 2026 in Toronto.
Link to Register
You can register or exhibit via the official page :
Key Highlights
- Over 4,300 attendees anticipated
- 630 exhibitors from 325 companies occupying ~68,800 ft²
- International presence: 138 exhibitors from 8 countries; geographically diverse exhibitors anticipated.
Special Features:
- “New Product Showcase” with awards for Best New Product, Snackable Product, Packaging Innovation, and Organic
- Innovation Zone to highlight cutting-edge products and tech
- Expert-led sessions, keynote addresses, workshops, and newcomer tours (e.g., retail merchandising, Ontario Food Terminal)
Featured Sectors:
Attendees and exhibitors span the entire Produce Supply Chain:
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- 🌾 Growers, Packers, Shippers
- 🏬 Wholesalers, Retailers, Foodservice Operators
- 🔗 Brokers, Transporters, Importers, Exporters
- 🌸 Floral Industry Players
- 🏛️ Government / Regulatory Representatives
Dates:
- Convention Dates: Tuesday, April 28 – Thursday, April 30, 2026
- Trade Show Hours:
- Apr 29 (Wed): 1:00 pm–6:30 pm
- Apr 30 (Thu): 11:30 am–4:30 pm
- Opening Reception & Tours:
- Retail Merchandising Tour: Tuesday, April 28
- Ontario Food Terminal Tour: optional Thursday morning
Venue:
Metro Toronto Convention Centre South Building Halls D/E/F
222 Bremmer Boulevard, Toronto, ON M5V 3L9
More information Contact:
For general inquiries and registration support:
- For Exhibitor Inquiries:
Heather Urban – [email protected] / 613‑218‑3832 - For General or Registration Inquiries:
Lee McPhail – +1 613‑878‑3312 / [email protected]