Grow. Innovate. Connect.
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.
Buddy Belts
Buddy Belts
"It all began in the summer of 1997 when a miniature dachshund named Buddy came into our life. At just over a year old, we never could have imagined how he would quickly become the inspiration and star of the Buddy Belt brand."
– Roxanne Pettipas, Founder, CEO & Buddy’s Mom– Johnny Haslam, Co-Founder, Intl Liaison Officer & Buddy’s Dad
What started as a journey to better the life of one little dog, turned into the beginnings of a global brand. Buddy Belts was officially presented to the public at the PET Expo in Toronto, Canada in November 2001. Since then, Buddy Belt products have amassed steadfast loyal fans around the world and the BB Brand and company continues to grow.
The design features one buckle like traditional collars, but with one major difference – The Buddy Belt is a harness that hugs your pet's chest and fastens between the shoulder blades rather than around the neck. The streamlined design has no excess material, allowing for a low-cut neckline that prevents the harness from riding up near your pet’s throat. Two secure arm loops and a single strap allowed for a simple step-in design that is easy to use and doesn’t need to go over your pet's head.
For more information on Buddy Belts Click Here
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