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.

Join us at Connect, the Canadian platform for collaboration and innovation in the pet industry!

We are dedicated to bringing together Canadian and global pet industry leaders—including manufacturers, retailers, and suppliers—to foster strong relationships and drive success.

At Connect, you'll find invaluable opportunities for networking, education, and dialogue, all designed to help pet businesses thrive in an ever-evolving market. Our Connect Tool Box vendors and expert speakers are here to share powerful insights and strategies to help you grow your business.

This event is more than just a gathering—it's a community committed to empowering retailers

with the knowledge, skills, and connections they need to succeed. We advocate for innovative solutions and ensure retailers have access to brands that truly support them.

Built by pet professionals, Connect values your input! We invite you to share your vision and insights to make this experience even more impactful for your business. Join us in shaping the future of the pet industry—let’s grow together!

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.

Connect Lounge

Attendees and Exhibitors can enjoy 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 brings 2 days of educational talks to attendees. Visitors will hear from Jennifer Murray, Jordan Milgrom, and financial advice through RBC, Moneris and ADP.

Fresh Food Showcase

A highlight of the show is 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

Thursday night features Connect Live at the NFCC with the Orange Man Band. The evening will kick off with $10,000 in cash giveaways to retailers and exhibitors.

25 Years of Catit!

25 Years of Catit!

November 27, 20241 min read

THIS YEAR, WE CELEBRATE 25 YEARS OF CATIT!

 

In 1999, Rolf C. Hagen Inc. created Catit to better meet the needs of cat parents, building on the company’s strengths as a world renown manufacturer of pet supplies. What was needed then remains true today - practical and innovative products that enhance the health and wellbeing of cats worldwide.

Over the last 25 years, Catit has gained global recognition for introducing truly iconic products, from our unique mix and match Senses Design Series to our premium line of water fountains!

More recently, Catit has created a balanced assortment of delicious, high-quality cat foods and treats! Additionally, they have designed the PIXI Smart Design Series – a line of “smart” devices that incorporate the latest technology and can all be managed through a single app.

Being a true cat brand, Catit continually strives to create the perfect selection of products to delight cat owners and spoil your favourite felines.

As Catit looks to the future, they are focused on finding innovative ways to utilize renewable resources and create more sustainable alternatives to traditional cat litter.

Catit has so much gratitude to both their retail partners and customers; without them, this journey would never have been possible. With continued support, the brand will keep pushing the boundaries of innovative cat care. They look forward to serving feline companions around the world with dedication and passion for many more years to come.

 

 

For further information:

 

Amy Alderson

Catit Canada Marketing and Communication Manager

Rolf C. Hagen Inc.
[email protected]

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