March 27, 2026 | The Westin Edmonton
CANConnect
Edmonton 2026
A one-day, conference-level experience where business, networking, and entertainment come together.
CANConnect is designed to maximize meaningful connections while delivering premium experiences.
1:1 Meetings
Real partners, real connections via app-based booking for maximum flexibility
Educational Power Hour
Forget the lecture. This hour is all about conversation. Take a seat at one of our tables and dive into real-world stories, lessons, and questions with fellow planners and suppliers.
All-Day Service
Food service & drink tickets included throughout the event
Interactive Entertainment
Fun activations, live entertainment, and memorable experiences
Premium Swag
High-value giveaways and sponsor gifts you’ll actually use
Choose Your Experience
General Admission
$45
Access Pass
- Full event access (11 AM – 4 PM)
- One drink ticket (reception)
- Welcome bag with sponsor gifts & vouchers
- Access to activations, education & networking
- Refund after event if 8 meetings completed
A refund request must be submitted to team@canconnectshow.com within 7 days after the event concludes.
Hosted Buyer Package
free
Premium Value
- Everything in general admission and high-value gift
- VIP Registration Registration (coffee, premium swag)
- 8 guaranteed 1:1 vendor meetings
- Buyer-only breakout session (pre-event networking)
- VIP badge ribbon + reserved seating for Power Hour
Note: Hosted Buyers who do not attend after being accepted may not be eligible for future CANConnect events.
Agenda Highlights
Be here by 11:00 AM and don’t miss your Exclusive Swag Bag!
Stay until the end to build strong meaningful relationships.
- 11:00 AM
Check-in & Welcome Coffee
Start your day with premium coffee and networking
- 11:00 AM
Tradeshow Floor Opens
Explore exhibitors and begin your scheduled meetings.
- 1:00 PM
Educational Power Hour
Engaging sessions on trending business topics
- 2:15 PM
Buyer Reception
Trade show re-opens with cocktails, activations, and exciting prize draws.
Powered by Our Partners
Interested in sponsoring Edmonton? Contact team@canconnectshow.com
Testimonials
“I enjoyed learning more about products and services that can benefit our business. We felt spoiled by the vendors, door prizes and swag items. The food and drinks were topnotch and the venue/location was so convenient.”
★★★★★- Attendee
“Loved the variety of vendors, activations, hands on booths and the flavorful cuisine. Extremely fun and joyful event!
Congrats on the first CANConnect event!”
★★★★★- Attendee
“Found the event to be of significant value. Great opportunity to meet with key representatives from all the service providers& hotels.
Excellent value for anyone hosting or considering to host an event may it be for personal or business purposes.”
★★★★★- Attendee
“Fantastic corporate event for Calgary. Finally a meeting where connections could be made and not about free food and prizes.”
★★★★★- Attendee