Grow. Innovate. Connect.

Let's Connect.

Join us at Connect March 4&5, 2026, Canada’s premier platform for collaboration and innovation in the pet industry. This event brings together leaders from across the sector, including manufacturers, retailers, distributors and other pet professionals. To build strong relationships, spark fresh ideas, and create opportunities for growth. With expert speakers, Connect Tool Box vendors, and focused networking sessions, you’ll gain valuable insights and strategies to help your business thrive in a changing market.

More than just a trade show, Connect is a community built by pet professionals, for pet professionals. We’re committed to empowering retailers with the knowledge, skills, and connections they need to succeed while ensuring access to brands that truly support them.

Let’s Grow, Innovate and 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.

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.

Franpos

Franpos

November 18, 20242 min read

Franpos: Revolutionizing the Pet Retail Industry with a Connected Cloud Platform

In a rapidly evolving pet retail landscape, Franpos is emerging as a leader with a specialized, comprehensive platform that meets the unique needs of pet stores, grooming services, and multi-location franchises. Offering a full suite of cloud-based solutions, Franpos is helping retailers streamline operations, enhance customer engagement, and stay competitive. With over a decade of experience in the industry and a deep commitment to innovation, Franpos has become the trusted technology partner for pet retailers across the United States and Canada.

Transforming Retail with Advanced Cloud POS Solutions

Franpos provides more than just a point-of-sale system; it offers a complete pet operating system tailored specifically for franchise, corporate, and independent pet retailers. The platform integrates seamlessly across in-store and online channels, ensuring a consistent experience that meets modern customer expectations. With features like e-commerce, inventory management, appointment booking, and employee management, Franpos equips retailers to optimize their business operations and engage customers in new ways.

Supporting Business Growth through Partnerships and Innovation

Franpos understands the importance of partnerships in fueling growth for pet retailers. Through its new partner program, Franpos collaborates with pet distributors to provide additional resources, including EDI access for purchase orders, embedded product catalogs, and training sessions for optimizing inventory management. Franpos shares valuable sell-through data weekly to help retailers stay informed on sales trends and make informed purchasing decisions.

Expanding Beyond Technology: A Commitment to the Pet Industry

Since its inception, Franpos has been dedicated to the pet industry and continues to grow its offerings to support retailers. The platform is designed to scale alongside retailers, with a strong emphasis on customer support, constant innovation, and adapting to the industry’s needs. Through a mix of strategic partnerships, cutting-edge technology, and industry expertise, Franpos is redefining what it means to be a pet retail software provider. By continually investing in new technology and expanding its support network, Franpos is positioned to be a critical enabler for the pet retail industry in the years to come.

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