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.

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Who We Are

Working for something you Hate is called stress, Working for something you love is called PASSION

Our Legacy

With 7 years in the industry, we are young but we are innovative. We started from the bottom to understand our clients, employees and our target audience.  By combining these elements with a deep understanding of your audience, you can create compelling and memorable content that makes a difference.

Passion XM

Passion and enthusiasm are not just emotions; they are strategies for creating a meaningful and lasting connection with your audience. They elevate your brand from being a mere product or service to a vibrant and compelling entity that people want to be a part of.

Ultimately, making a difference and enticing an audience requires a combination of passion, skill, and effective communication. By putting in the time and effort to develop these qualities, we can achieve our goals and make a positive impact on the world.

Contact

Location

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(647) 859-0527

1311 Davenport Rd,
Toronto, ON M6H 2H3

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