Canadian Gift + Home Market Toronto
Venue & Location
January 26 - 30, 2025
Exhibitors
Over 10,500 buyers attended the Spring 2023 show, with nearly half of attendees participating on multiple days, indicating a high level of interest and engagement.
Canadian Gift + Home Market draws a diverse and professional mix of attendees from across Canada and beyond, primarily composed of:
- Retail Buyers: This includes buyers from department stores, specialty stores, and online retailers looking to source unique and trending products to meet consumer demand.
- Independent Store Owners: Boutique and small store owners attend to discover unique, handcrafted, or niche products that will set their stores apart.
- Corporate Buyers and Decision-Makers: Representatives from large retail chains and corporate offices attend to make high-volume purchases, typically seeking deals and discounts for bulk orders.
- Interior Designers and Decorators: Professionals in the home design industry look for new decor items and giftware that can add value to their clients’ spaces.
- Event Planners and Hospitality Buyers: This group includes buyers for hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality venues who seek decor and gifts for guests or spaces within their venues.
- Gift Shop Owners: Many buyers are from gift shops looking for products to stock their stores seasonally or year-round, especially around holidays.
- Wholesalers and Distributors: Some attendees purchase products for distribution in larger markets, including both Canadian and international distributors.
- E-Commerce Entrepreneurs: Online store owners and drop shippers attend to source unique or hard-to-find items that can differentiate their online offerings.
- Trend Analysts and Product Developers: Professionals who track market trends attend to observe emerging styles, colors, and product categories.
These attendees are typically decision-makers and industry professionals with strong purchasing power, looking for products that offer quality, style, and uniqueness. The broad range of attendees, from local boutiques to major retailers, creates valuable opportunities for exhibitors to connect with high-intent buyers.
Attendees
Toronto Congress Centre
Toronto, ON - Canada
Dates
Total Exhibitors: 400+
Exhibition Space: Occupies more than 5 ½ football fields of exhibit area, offering diverse and ample space for vendors to showcase their products
Activities and Highlights
- Awards and Recognitions: Best Booth and Product Innovation Awards to spotlight outstanding exhibitors.
- VIP Buyer Programs: Perks like early access and special amenities for high-value buyers, attracting decision-makers ready to purchase.
- Interactive Displays and Installations: Live demos and immersive displays to showcase products in action and enhance attendee engagement.
- Show Floor Tours: Guided tours highlighting the best booths and trendiest products for new and returning attendees.
- New Product Showcases: Display of trending and innovative products in special areas, helping retailers discover must-have items.
- Seminars and Workshops: Educational sessions on retail trends, digital marketing, and merchandising strategies to support business growth.
- Networking Events: Receptions, VIP mixers, and buyer-exclusive events for connecting with key industry players.
- CanGift Community Benefits: Special benefits and support programs for CanGift members to boost exhibitor success.
- Digital Enhancements: Mobile app and digital guide for easy navigation, plus virtual showrooms for extended product viewing.
- Exclusive Discounts and Promotions: Onsite deals and multi-show discounts to encourage immediate orders and repeat participation.
Statistics from Previous Shows
- Investment in Amenities: $200,000+ spent to enhance exhibitor and attendee experience
- Social Media Engagement: A 60% increase in social media engagement
Reasons to Exhibit
- High Return on Investment: Newly reduced rates, with multi-show discounts, make exhibiting affordable while maximizing selling potential.
- Qualified Buyer Audience: Exhibitors can expect exposure to a broad audience of over 10,000 attendees, with many making repeat visits, suggesting a highly engaged buyer base.
- Enhanced Exhibitor and Buyer Experience: The show invests in amenities, having spent over $200,000 to enhance the experience at the Spring 2023 market.
- Extensive Marketing Reach: The show leverages traditional and social media, which saw a 60% engagement increase in 2023, extending exhibitor exposure to a wider audience.
- Industry Credibility: Established since 1976, this event is the longest-running in the industry, organized by CanGift, a non-profit association supporting the giftware industry in Canada.
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