CRFA is pleased to present the BC Foodservice Expo, Western Canada’s largest hospitality trade show. This is your opportunity to build new customer relationships and to strengthen existing ones while exhibiting at one of the most important foodservice events this year.
The Expo has moved to the award winning Vancouver Convention Centre located in one of the world’s most beautiful settings, the Vancouver waterfront. This unique complex has become an icon on the harbour with its environmentally friendly concepts designed to enhance the total visitor experience.
Present your new products, ideas and innovations to over 5,000 members of the local restaurant and foodservice community who attend to discover all that’s new.
In this fast-paced business environment, direct contact still makes the best impression. Gain a competitive advantage with face-to-face meetings. Receive immediate feedback where your customers can have a hands-on experience with your latest innovations, taste new foods and see industry leading products. Don’t miss this cost-efficient opportunity.
Standard Booth Rates
10’ x 10’- Booth space & multiples thereof
Rate: $1,565.00 (plus GST)
Corner Premium: $150.00 (plus GST)
Each booth space includes:
- 8’ back draping; 3’ side draping
- Material handling
- One 750 watt duplex outlet per exhibiting company
- Exhibitor badges
- Show Guide Listing
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“The Show is a great opportunity to highlight all our new products and it’s the perfect venue for hands-on demonstrations for our customers.”
Bruno Benedet Jr., Bosa Foods |
“We were impressed by the size and quality of the audience. We were able to close some ongoing leads and collected new ones at the same time. Exhibiting at the BC Foodservice Expo gives us the opportunity to meet new customers and reacquaint with existing ones.”
John Brugman, Brugman Commercial Kitchens |
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Please note: Carpet is required but not included in the booth fee.
Payment: A deposit of $1,565.00 per 10’ x 10’ booth (plus GST) must be received with each completed application.
Location: Vancouver Convention Centre, West Building.
Dates and Show Hours:
Sunday, April 25th, 11 am to 5 pm
Monday, April 26th, 10 am to 5 pm
Space Allocation: All booth applications will be considered in the order in which they are received. Returning exhibitors must commit to the show prior to November 15th, 2009 to maintain their existing show placement. |
The Growing BC Marketplace
British Columbia's foodservice industry continues to thrive and outpace the rest of the country. Between 2000 and 2008 Foodservice Sales in BC bettered the national average by 47%. The average Unit Volume Sales in BC are 13% better than the national average. These strong indicators plus a rebounding economy and the Winter Olympics in Vancouver, show the foodservice industry in BC should see faster growth than the rest of Canada.
Customers Come to You! The BC Foodservice Expo will deliver a profitable opportunity for your company to promote and present all your new products and services to an audience of over 5000 industry professionals. These buyers are all looking to find the next industry trend, new food products or the latest piece of equipment at this buyers’ market. |
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“We exhibit every year because the show gets results. Our sales team meet our clients face-to-face to close the sale or to introduce the next trend in our business.”
Craig West, Craig West Agencies |
“The new venue will be a big plus in attracting buyers. Exhibiting at this show will help us build on the great results that started with the Olympics coming to Vancouver.”
Mark McKenzie, Industrial Revolution Contract Sales |
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Prepare to Present
Buyers from all sectors of BC’s $10 billion foodservice industry have been geared up for the 2010 Winter Games and beyond. Now is a great time to present your unique artisan foods or your new “green” equipment items. Everything for a foodservice operation will be available at the BC Expo. Showcase your best so we can share the best of BC with the world.
Local, Fresh & Fun
If you are a BC company involved in small scale production of BC foods and beverages, consider exhibiting in one of our specialty pavilions:
More Qualified Buyers Attend
Despite the difficult economic conditions, attendance at the 2009 show increased 22% from the previous year, with 5,773 visitors. This indicates that operators were interested in finding solutions relevant to their evolving customers. Industry professionals take the time to visit the show because they are ready to buy. Use your booth to serve samples, showcase new goods, create interactive opportunities and provide all the information necessary to help customers evaluate your products right away. |
 Exhibitor Documents (Adobe PDF format)
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