
January 14, 2025 – The National Imprint Canada Show kicked off the Canadian promotional marketing industry year with its highest total attendance, despite inclement weather and poor driving conditions the morning of day 2.brbr
The two-day event saw 2,725 trade attendees, along with over 230 corporate buyer (client) attendees flock to the Toronto Congress Centre, Friday January 10 and Saturday January 11.brbr
Post-show surveys have found that 94.4% of attendees rated the Show as Excellent or Very Good, while 97.2% stated that they intend to return in 2026.brbr
Scroll to bottom to read what just a few buyers had to say.
Congratulations to Show winners:
• Alnoor Remtullah was named the recipient of the 2025 Robert L. Scott Memorial Award, presented annually to the individual (at the supplier level) who best displays unparalleled commitment, integrity and enthusiasm for the Canadian Imprintable & Promotional Products Industry.
• Larry Bowen of Fully Promoted – Stoney Creek was drawn as winner of a KingJet KJ-302B DTF Printer, valued at $15,000!
• Vigen Gragossian of AdPoint Promotional Products in Toronto, won the Eurotex Canada draw for a Fortever FT-1501 HC Embroidery Machine, valued at $11,000!
• RB Digital was voted as Best Sales Environment by attendees.
• Canada Sportswear was voted as Best Booth Design by attendees.
Next stops for the Imprint Canada Show are:
• MONTRÉAL – Thursday September 4 and Friday September 5, 2025
• CALGARY – Friday September 19 and Saturday September 20, 2025
Registration for both events will open in April.
ATTENDEE TESTIMONIALS:
- “The Show was great! There was a good variation of different suppliers exhibiting and the venue was great as well. I’ll be back next year!” – Brian Bettencourt, Talbot Marketing
- “Attending the Imprint Canada Show continues to be a worthy investment in time with a great cross section of equipment and product suppliers!” – Aaron Moscoe, TPS Promotions & Incentives
- “A great Show! One of my clients was excited and energized to see so many products and the new decorating options and innovations.” – M. Scott Ching, Meri-Mac Promotions
- “Attending the Imprint Canada Show was an absolute game-changer for our business! The large volume of professional booths, showcasing innovative products and services, offered endless opportunities to discover new trends and connect with industry leaders. We discovered actionable strategies that we will implement in our business.” – Steve Ryall, Branded By Collins
- “The Imprint Canada Show is a great way to start off trade show season. If you are in the promo industry, it is the best way to preview the top suppliers.” – Richard Hatch, Pimkie Design
- “A great show that keeps getting bigger! It was a nice jumpstart to the new year offering sneak previews of new products and services. The Imprint Canada Show is a must see!” – Sherry Gauthier, The Planet Group
- “The Toronto Imprint Show is a great showcase of promotional apparel and products all under one roof. The Show is a great way to start the new year.” – Chris Turcotte, Creative Casuals
- “It was a great event that resulted in new business relationships. We got exactly what we needed.” – Delinah Mengistu, Simple Touch Solutions
- “I look forward to this Show as it affords me the opportunity to spot new items and connect with existing vendors. It is an important part of our calendar.” – Paul McMillan, Thumbprint Studios
- “This is a must attend Show! It has everything and everyone you need to see in the custom garment industry.” – Lucio Valvasori, Kre8tiv
- “By far the best Show in the industry to connect with new suppliers and to market to new clients.” – Jason Lafave, Print Ts
- “Always a favourite way to learn about new trends and get excited for the upcoming year!” – Jesse D’Hulster, SS Brand It
- “The Show was excellent… as usual!” – Brian Gunn, Under The Gunn Printing & Promotions
- “The Imprint Canada Show had the best suppliers and a great cross-section of the industry’s players. The flow of the Show was absolutely amazing. We will definitely be back next year!” – Indra Manahan, Intercorp Group Inc.
- “The National Imprint Canada Show was breathtaking! I was able to learn so much!” – Kelby Hughes-Brown, Bite Marketing
- “The Imprint Canada Show is an incredible event featuring promotional and printing products. The diverse range of exhibitors, hands-on product demonstrations make it a must-attend Show. I left feeling inspired and equipped with fresh ideas to grow my business. Highly recommend it!” – Nadia Bentolila, Hokey-Pokey Inc.
- “I look forward to Imprint Canada Show to see what is new for the start of the Year. This is one of the best trade shows to go to.” – Jack Kim, Kimtech
- “The Imprint Canada Show 2025 was a remarkable experience, showcasing a wide range of innovative products from numerous exhibitors. The industry representatives were highly knowledgeable, offering valuable insights that enriched the event. It was an excellent opportunity to network and explore the latest advancements. I look forward to seeing what the 2026 Show has in store!” – Elliot Law, Business & Office Centro Inc.
- “Great Show! If you do apparel decoration in Canada, you must attend.” – Aaron Kennedy, Arrow Marketing
- “This exhibition is a must-visit for anyone in the industry! It offers valuable insights, creative ideas, and a chance to connect with top professionals in the field.” – Vivek Vadodariya, Blue Prints
- “The 2025 Imprint Canada Show was fantastic! We will be back next year.” – Jennifer Ruth, AM Custom Printing
- “I loved the show. It was so insightful to see the amazing options we have in the industry. The exhibitors were great and I had a great time networking.” – Maria Ashraf, SAMZ Apparel
- “A one-stop shop for all of your decorating needs. Whether you’re purchasing machinery or outsourcing, the Show had a variety of vendors to support both needs.” – Jessica Tapp, Tenth Branding
- The National Imprint Show is the place to go to gather information and make connections in the industry. It is also the best place to shop for a new piece of equipment for your shop.” – Danika Poitras, Up-To-Date Printing