2014 FOOD & RETAIL PROSPECTUS
Take part in Canada’s largest annual fair!
The 2014 Canadian National Exhibition offers an exciting opportunity to directly connect with over 1.36 million visitors who come to the fair for the ultimate shopping experience - indoors and out!
You can’t afford to miss out – apply now! The CNE reviews each application for product integrity, product quality, booth display and ensures that the pavilions are not saturated by any one product category.
1,360,000 CNE VISITORS IN 2013! GROW WITH US!
15%
6%
10%
24%
22%
23%
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UNDER $25K
$25–$39,999
$40–$74,999
$75–$99,999
$100,000+
VISITOR AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25–34
35–44
45–54
Source: 2013 Experience Renewal Solutions
6.2 1 2 FOOD SHOPPING “WHAT DID YOU LIKE MOST?”
49% M
Average Family Spend $144.35
51%
Average Individual Spend $63.69
55–64
VISITOR AVERAGE AGE
52% Spouse/partner 19% Parents 4% Grandchildren 3% ALONE
AVERAGE CNE VISIT LENGTH
F 18–24
54% FRIENDS 36% Children 16% Siblings 6% COLLEAGUE 2% OTHER
HOURS
The CNE by the numbers 21% 29%20% 19% 11%
“WHO DID YOU ATTEND WITH?”
GENDEr
AVERAGE SPEND
The Arts, Crafts & Hobbies Pavilion
The At Home Pavilion
Over 63,000 square feet of distinctive Canadian craft, art, fashion design, food, hobbies and collectibles – under one roof!
105,000 sq. ft. of home-related products and services: furniture and appliances, home décor, bath and linen, home entertainment and more!
International Pavilion
Shoppers’ Market
A collection of eclectic and authentic worldly treasures represented by over 50 countries from around the world. Local and International exhibitors welcome.
An unparalleled selection of giftware, jewellery & accessories, beauty & body care, books and DVDs, children’s clothing and toys.
Warehouse Outlets Looking to liquidate end of season inventory? We are seeking retailers who carry brand name sports-related products, giftware and fashion footwear categories.
CNE FOOD & RETAIL OPPORTUNITIES
More ways than one to participate!
Wheels Pavilion
Food Trucks
Food Building
Cars, bicycles, accessories and more! Get our 1.36 million visitors revved up about your brand, make or model. Space is limited, apply now.
Food Trucks are back for 3 days only at the CNE. Reach a vast, untapped audience to showcase your gourmet food!
If your kitchen is your studio, and you find yourself experimenting and creating new ways to serve up a meal – we’re looking to hear from you!
Outdoor Marketplace
Outdoor Concessions
Gourmet Kitchen
The colourful outdoor ambiance of the fair, offering an eclectic variety of products ranging from hot tubs to sunglasses, souvenirs, belts, books, licensed merchandise and more!
You think you have the perfect recipe for success? We’d like to hear from you! We’re always in search of the next great fair food story. Space is limited.
Presents an inclusive collection of products for home entertaining, kitchenware and specialty gourmet such as: food & drink, baked goods and preserves.
Benefit from our expansive promo campaign!
Pre-show Marketing Receive CNE teaser cards which you can personalize and hand out to your customers to help promote your presence at the fair and drive traffic to your booth.
Website Listing Each exhibitor will be provided a complimentary listing on TheEx.com, including company name, booth number, Hall/Pavilion and your website URL.
Shopping Directory & Interactive Floor Plan Your company name and booth number will appear on easy-to-use navigational directory boards located throughout the halls and grounds, so visitors can easily find you.
More exposure! More leads! More sales! You’ll reach hundreds of thousands of potential new customers who would never find you any other way! Don’t delay. Limited space available!
Don’t miss this chance to...
Connect with your audience. Grow your business. Build your network. Contact Us: Jeannette Mintz, Exhibit Sales Account Manager Michael Knott, Concessions Coordinator At Home, Gourmet Kitchen, Arts, Crafts & Hobbies, Food Building 416.263.3849 |
[email protected] Outdoor Marketplace, Outdoor Concessions, Food Trucks 416.263.3826 |
[email protected] Andrew Sihelnik, Exhibit Sales Account Manager
Indoor and Outdoor Opportunities 416.263.3718 |
[email protected] Shoppers’ Market, International Pavilion, Warehouse Outlets 416.263.3847 |
[email protected] Sarah Miele, Sponsorship Account Manager