As a small business owner, staying ahead of industry trends, connecting with peers, and expanding your network can give your business the edge it needs to succeed. Whether you’re looking to showcase your products, discover new opportunities, or simply learn from the best in the business, attending trade shows and conferences is a great way to achieve these goals.
Here’s a curated list of upcoming events across Canada that can help take your business further.
Summer 2026
June
Collision Conference
Often called the “Olympics of Tech,” Collision brings together some of the biggest names in technology, business, and entrepreneurship. For founders and growing companies, it’s an opportunity to hear where the industry is headed and be part of the conversations shaping what’s next.
June 17–20, 2026
Toronto, Ontario
International Conference on Healthcare & Social Work 2026
This conference brings together leading voices in healthcare and social work to examine how the two fields can work together to address complex social and health challenges. Attendees will gain fresh perspectives from global experts while exploring real-world approaches that can be applied in their own communities and organizations.
June 19 & 20, 2026
Toronto, Ontario
BizCon Business Expo & Conference
BizCon is built for business owners who want practical ideas they can put to work right away. With a large expo floor and expert-led sessions, it’s a great place to discover new solutions and see how other businesses are approaching growth.
June 23, 2026
Toronto, Ontario
July
Global Synergy Summit 2026
Global Synergy Summit brings together small business leaders from around the world to discuss the forces shaping international trade, investment, and economic growth. It’s an opportunity to gain a broader perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing businesses in an increasingly connected marketplace.
July 3–5, 2026
Toronto, Ontario
Public Markets Entrepreneurship Forum
Focused on the future of neighbourhood markets, this forum offers practical insights for small business owners looking to grow within Toronto’s public market ecosystem. It’s a chance to learn from industry leaders and explore what makes a public market business thrive.
July 8, 2026
Toronto, Ontario
Startupfest
One of Canada’s leading startup events, Startupfest gives entrepreneurs a chance to learn from experienced founders and make meaningful connections within the startup ecosystem.
July 8–10, 2026
Montréal, Québec
August
Toronto Market Week
Toronto Market Week is where retailers go to discover what they’ll be selling next season. Bringing together hundreds of brands and suppliers under one roof, the event offers a firsthand look at emerging trends and the products shaping the future of retail.
August 9–11, 2026
Toronto, Ontario
Canadian Meetings & Events Expo (CMEE)
For more than three decades, CMEE has been a go-to event for Canada’s meetings and events industry. Attendees can explore new ideas, hear from industry experts, and discover how the events landscape is evolving.
August 11 & 12, 2026
Toronto, Ontario
M.A.D. Festival
Held in the heart of Montréal, M.A.D. Festival celebrates creativity through fashion, art, and culture. The event transforms the city into an open-air showcase where attendees can experience the ideas, talent, and trends shaping Canada’s creative industries.
August 21–24, 2026
Montréal, Québec