Attendance jumped over 11% from 2022 event.

The 2023 industry year kicked off with a renewed excitement at the National Imprint Canada Show, January 6 & 7 at the Toronto Congress Centre.

The Show saw an 11 per cent increase in trade buyer attendance, up to 2,532 compared to 2,279 in 2022. This significant jump was due to everyone’s eagerness to get back to pre-pandemic norms, according to feedback from both attendees and exhibitors.

“There was a very apparent optimism and enthusiasm from everyone at the Show,” said Show Manager Tony Muccilli. “Everyone just seemed so happy and excited to come together once again and to see the outstanding new products and to reconnect with industry peers.”

Post-Show attendee surveys revealed that 98.85 per cent rated the Show as Good to Excellent while an incredible 98.47 per cent stated that they already plan to return in 2024!

Genumark’s Alexis Sanchez called the Show “A must-visit to kickstart 2023!”

Jedrek Martin of PK Sportswear & Promotions concurred, adding that the Show provided the opportunity “to connect with people who understand, relate, and can help you succeed in the future.”

I have been attending the Imprint Show for years and always learning something new,” said Julia Fahey of Promotional Source. “It’s worth going every time!”

Alexis Lehava of Right Sleeve enjoyed the exhibitor diversity: Tons to see and learn across all departments of the promotional products industry including product but also the ins-and-outs of various decoration methods.”

The Show featured exciting prizes and giveaways, the biggest of all being a Screen Print Shop prize valued at over $45,000 courtesy of RB Digital. Congratulations to Maria Murcia of INKD. in London, ON for winning this amazing prize!

David Buckley of Great Promotions, also in London, ON, won Twiga/ZSK’s $1,000 cash prize.

RB Digital was voted as Best Sales Environment by attendees, who chose Bataboff for Best Booth Design.

The Robert L. Scott Award, presented annually to the individual who best displays unparalleled commitment, integrity and enthusiasm for the Canadian Imprintable & Promotional Products Industry, went Alain Gailloux of Agence Alain Gailloux in Val-David, QC. Full story available here: