The CRFA Show is premiering a new feature pavilion to meet the requests for interesting offerings of refreshments and a place to rest and network. The Pop-Up Bistro is an area within the tradeshow where guests may purchase tasting portions of beverages and foods provided by exhibitors in the tradeshow, and outside vendors.
The Lounge will be open Sunday March 3rd, 12 noon to 5 pm, Monday March 4th, 11 am to 5 pm, and Tuesday March 5th 11 am – 3pm.
Full details, application form and costs, and floorplans may be found below
NEW: Pop-up Bistro Information and Application Form (PDF)
The CRFA Show is the largest and most successful event of its kind in the country. More than 700 exhibitors participate each year. Over 12,000 industry professionals — including chain executives, independent owner/operators, chefs, buying managers and purchasing agents — come to discover the latest trends, innovative products and inspired ideas.
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This trend-setting trade show features Canada’s only full-service marketplace — a perfect opportunity to 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.
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We invite you to show them what you’ve got at the CRFA’s foodservice event of the year, the CRFA Show. As an exhibitor, you’ll be part of the most comprehensive industry trade show in the country.
But most importantly, you will connect with thousands of qualified buyers who come each year to see “who’s who” and sample “what’s new” in the industry.
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Being an exhibitor is one of the most cost-effective ways to promote, sell, introduce and demonstrate all that’s new with your company in 2013.
CRFA offers more ways to do this than any other foodservice trade show:
Our exhibitors also have the opportunity to sponsor industry seminars and workshops, culinary demos by celebrity chefs, receptions, competitions and much more. CRFA offers many levels of sponsorship for you to choose from.
* Attendee total from 2012 show
Booth Rates
Standard booth: 10’ x 10’ Booth rate: $2,395 + HST
Corner booth rate with exposure on two sides: $195 + HST per corner
Bulk Rate - available for exhibits of 8 booths or more - click for more informationEach booth space includes:
- 8’ back draping
- 3’ side draping
- Material handling/drayage
- Complimentary exhibitor badges
- Show Guide listing
- Complimentary nightly booth cleaning
- Discounted online registration for your clients
- Option to join our special VIP program
Please note: Floor covering is mandatory (and not included in the booth fee).
Payment: A deposit of $2,395 plus HST must be received with each completed application.
Space Allocation: Returning exhibitors must commit to the show prior to July 16, 2012, to maintain their existing show placement. Booths for all new exhibitors will be allocated in the order in which they are received, so act now.
Information for Exhibitors
Show Hours
Sunday, March 3 - 10:00am - 6:00pm
Monday, March 4 - 10:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday, March 5 - 10:00am - 4:00pm