Canadian Produce Marketing Association 2027 Trade Show is 80 Percent Sold Out; Ron Lemaire Comments

OTTAWA, ON - After successfully hosting its largest Annual Convention and Trade Show (CPMA 2026) to date last April in Toronto, the Canadian Produce Marketing Association is bringing its 2027 annual event (CPMA 2027) to Vancouver, British Columbia.

Exhibit space for the CPMA 2027 Trade Show is already 80% sold out, with the remaining booths now available on a first-come, first-served basis. The event will take place April 13-15, 2027, at the Vancouver Convention Center and will feature more than 700 booths representing produce businesses from around the world.

CPMA’s Annual Convention and Trade Show is Canada’s largest event dedicated to the fresh produce industry, a press release stated. Each year, the event brings together thousands of attendees representing the entire produce supply chain from farm gate to dinner plate.

In addition to the Trade Show, CPMA 2027 will also include a multitude of concurrent events, such as:

• Speaker sessions featuring industry experts
• The social evenings offer a perfect setting to connect with potential business partners
• The New Product Showcase program featuring the most innovative products on the market, and more

“We are delighted to welcome produce industry members back to beautiful Vancouver,” says Ron Lemaire, CPMA President, in the recent release. “Our 2026 Convention and Trade Show set new records for booth sales, attendance, and international participation, underscoring the strength and global reach of Canada’s fresh produce industry. We look forward to building on that momentum as the event continues to grow.”

Further information about exhibit opportunities and the full list of exhibitors can be found on the event’s website or by contacting Heather Urban, Director, Membership and Market Development at +1 613-218-3832. Delegate registration for CPMA 2027 opens in January 2027.