EDMONTON, Alberta, Aug. 24, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Canadian Gift Association’s Alberta Gift Fair, Western Canada’s largest gift trade show, will open to more than 8,500 pre-registered buyers on August 27. Returning to the Edmonton Expo Centre, the expansive venue will house 200+ wholesale exhibitors with products across the housewares, Canadian-made, décor, lifestyle, giftware, gourmet, fashion and accessories categories. The Alberta Gift Fair gives visiting buyers the chance to see thousands of new products all in one place.
"We are eager to reveal the latest trends and products in the Fall 2017 market,” says Brenda Harrison, Alberta Gift Fair show manager, Canadian Gift Association. “In addition to the unique exhibitors in this market, we have some exciting promotions in store for our visitors.”
With networking opportunities and educational programs, buyers and exhibitors alike will keep busy over the four-day event. Complimentary services on-site include one-on-one business consultations with Retail Solutions Seminar speakers Natalie Tan and Evan Weselake, a wine reception as well as daily prize giveaways.
Must-See Feature (Hall H)
- First Look Product Gallery: A guide to what’s new on the show floor, you’ll find a collection of the most innovative products and the latest trends to hit retail shelves.
Media Centre Hours (Room H3)
Sunday, August 27 – Tuesday, August 29, 2017
- 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
- 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location
Edmonton Expo Centre at Northlands (7515 118 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5B 4X5)
About the Alberta Gift Fair
The Alberta Gift Fair is Western Canada’s most essential gift trade show, with something surprising in every aisle – top name manufacturers, innovative newcomers and cutting-edge designers. Featuring more than 700 exhibitors and over 11,000 retail buyers annually, this renowned show offers the finest mix of gift-giving ideas.
About the Canadian Gift Association
The Canadian Gift Association (CanGift) is the voice and entrepreneurial spirit of Canada’s $10 billion giftware industry. Since 1976, the not-for-profit association has worked hard to make its members more competitive and successful. In today’s evolving market, CanGift remains committed to being a force for positive change, acting as the industry’s best-known and most trusted “partner in growth” for businesses big and small. Visit www.cangift.org for more information.
For additional information, media credentials or to request an interview with a spokesperson, please contact:
Laura Bennett, Canadian Gift Association
416.642.1032
lbennett@cangift.org