Show Info
Connect is a Pet Industry B2B event that is FREE to attend for all qualified pet professionals, this includes all seminars and events within Connect.
Show Floor Hours:
Wednesday March 4, 9am-5pm
Thursday March 5, 9am-4pm
Registration for Attendees and Self Check In
On site Opens at 8am
Parking: Connect is providing FREE parking on site.
Badges: All pet professionals attending the show will need a badge to enter the show floor.
Pets: Pets are welcomed at the show, you will just need to fill out a pet waiver at the door.
Upcoming Events
March 4-5, 2026
Niagara Falls Convention Centre
Educational Seminars
Education is a core pillar of the CONNECT Pet Trade Expo. From the Canadian Pet Care Professionals Stage to the Tru North Grooming × UKAL Stage, presentations and workshops are designed to engage, educate, and strengthen the people behind Canada’s pet industry. The focus is on practical insight and skill-building that supports real business and brand growth. All educational sessions are included free with CONNECT attendee registration, reinforcing CONNECT’s commitment to investing in pet professionals.
Interactive Floorplan
The CONNECT Pet Trade Expo floorplan is designed to help you get the most out of your time on site. Our active, engagement-driven layout brings together brands, education stages, and key activations in a way that keeps conversations flowing and discovery happening. By reviewing the floorplan in advance, you can map out which brands to visit, plan your time around presentations, and move through the show with purpose—setting yourself up for a more productive, successful CONNECT experience. Click through to explore the floorplan and plan your visit.
TruNorth Grooming Show at CONNECT
CONNECT is excited to welcome the grooming community into the heart of the Canadian pet industry. Through seminars presented on the UKAL Stage, international groomers Heather Boyd and Emily Wiebenga will share modern grooming skills, techniques, and professional insight with attendees. These sessions are designed to elevate craft, confidence, and capability—and are offered complimentary to all CONNECT attendees, courtesy of CONNECT and the Tru North Grooming Show.
Visit Niagara Falls
The Niagara Falls Convention Centre was carefully chosen as the venue for its breathtaking backdrop, providing attendees with an extraordinary experience while they indulge in all things pet-related. With its prime location and state-of-the-art facilities, the convention centre is the perfect setting to host this landmark event.
Exhibit Floor Guidelines:
We understand that you might have items to carry or transport during your visit, so we recommend planning accordingly. Consider using methods such as carrying a backpack or even a wheeled trolley, you may be taking back more than you plan.
There is lots to see and do at the show and we want to make it as easy for you as possible. Please contact us with any special needs you may have.
Animals at the Trade Show:
We acknowledge and appreciate the special connection between pet owners and their beloved pet companions.
Pets are allowed on the show floor by exhibitors and attendees, pet waivers are mandatory and must be filled out at time of arrival.
This policy is in place to maintain a secure and comfortable atmosphere for all visitors.
Solicitation Policy:
To maintain a professional and respectful atmosphere, solicitation outside of exhibitor booths is strictly prohibited on the show floor.
We encourage exhibitors to engage and interact within their designated spaces, fostering meaningful connections with visitors interested in their products and services.
Sponsorship opportunities outside exhibitor booths are available.
Enjoy The Show
The Connect Pet Trade Expo team is committed to creating an outstanding event that brings the entire pet industry together. The celebration of the Canadian pet industry will include the promotion of industry growth, the marketing of employment avenues, the sharing of business opportunities and the ability to Connect with all segments of pet industry providers. Grow your vendor contact list and grow your business with Connect...Canadas Pet Trade Expo.
Lets Connect!
Let's Connect the Pet Industry!
