Grow.
Innovate.
Connect.
Join us at Connect… Canada’s Pet Trade Expo. Celebrating and promoting the growth of the Canadian pet industry with manufacturers, specialty pets live, distributors and more. A business to business show like no other.
Coming May 22-23, 2025
Niagara Falls Convention Centre
Let's Connect.
As a Canadian hosted event, Connect Canada's Pet Trade Expo is proud to showcase the thriving pet industry in Canada, which is known for its love of animals and commitment to their welfare. Canada boasts a vibrant community of pet retailers, manufacturers, distributors, specialty pet breeders and service providers, all of whom contribute to the growth and innovation of the industry. Join us! Let's Connect!
Connect:
A B2B pet trade event celebrating the Canadian pet industry hosted and created with a team that is 100% built with individuals and vendors from the Canadian Pet Industry.
our 2025 Exhibitors
Smack Pet Food
SMACK - Pet Food Smack Pet Food is a Canadian-based family business founded in 2007 that makes the world’s best raw, dehydrated superfood for dogs and cats. Driven by a shared love of animals, Smack ... ...more
News
September 06, 2024•1 min read
Red Dog Blue Kat (RDBK) Celebrates 20 Years as the Top Choice for Pet Parents Who Demand the Best for Their Furry Family Members
Since 2004, Red Dog Blue Kat (RDBK) has been the original choice for pet parents who demand the best for their furry family members. Our commitment to human-grade quality ingredients, transparent farm... ...more
News
August 29, 2024•3 min read
Canadian pet food inflation down in 2024; Prices high still
The cost of pet ownership may be influencing Canadian dog and cat owners’ purchasing decisions. ...more
News
August 07, 2024•2 min read
Connect Lounge
Attendees and Exhibitors alike enjoyed all the amenities of the Connect Lounge. A spacious seating area with beverages, charging stations and plenty of seating area for impromptu meetings.
Education Stage
Connect brought 2 days of educational talks to attendees. Visitors heard from Candace D'Agnolo, Pet Industry Network, Pet Retail Helper, Weruva, Instinct, eTail Pet POS and many more...
Fresh Food Showcase
A highlight of the show was Connect's Fresh Food Showcase featuring a variety of frozen and gently cooked products from many of the Connect Exhibitors. Thanks to Habco for the great looking freezer setup.
Connect Live
Wednesday night featured Connect Live at the Marriott Hotel with the E.Z. Street Band. The evening kicked off with $10,000 in cash giveaways to retailers and exhibitors...oh along with a poutine bar!!
