Help our markets through inspiring sustainable development

We focus on:

• Using our content to support the sustainability of the market the event serves
• Inspiring our suppliers, exhibitors and other stakeholders to deliver a sustainable event
• Developing market relevant partnerships with local academic institutions / agencies

Our efforts include:

• Inclusion of sessions in our program that cover the topic of sustainability
• Communicating with our suppliers, exhibitors and stakeholders on how they can be more sustainable in their approach to the show
• Working with the next generation in design & manufacturing and providing high school students access to educational sessions

Run the event in an increasingly responsible manner

We focus on:

• Reducing our event’s carbon emissions
• Creating less waste
• Considering sustainability credentials of the items sourced for the event

Our efforts include:

• Feature areas on the show floor carefully designed to generate a minimal amount of waste
• Our catering contains locally sourced, seasonal and organic ingredients and utilizes recyclable food packaging
• Inclusion of water stations throughout the venue for attendees to refill vessels
• We aim to have all the carpet, signage and paper used at the event recycled

Run the event in a socially responsible manner

We focus on:

• Doing business safely and ethically
• Considering wellbeing and accessibility
• Creating a positive impact on our host cities
• Measuring our impact

Our efforts include:

• Wellness initiatives -your wellbeing is important to us – please join our networking receptions to network with peers
• Providing information to access and encouraging attendees to utilize ride sharing around Toronto to minimize traffic congestion on event days
• We work with suppliers and locally owned businesses to ensure positive impact on the local economy