Become An Exhibitor
September 19 & 20, 2026, International Centre
Why Exhibit with the
Canadian Aquatic Expo
The Canadian Aquatic Expo (CAE) is Canada’s leading aquatic-focused consumer event, bringing together passionate fishkeepers, aquascapers, pond enthusiasts, families, and serious buyers for a high-energy weekend celebrating responsible aquatic pet ownership. Exhibit alongside an engaged community of hobbyists and be part of the country’s largest dedicated aquatic marketplace.
Why Exhibit at Canadian Aquatic Expo 2026?
Connect directly with purchase-ready aquatic hobbyists
Showcase your brand at Canada’s premier event for freshwater, saltwater, reef, ponds, aquascaping, and aquatic supplies
Exhibit alongside the Canadian Pet Expo, Canadian Reptile Breeders Expo (CRBE), and Plant Expo — 4 events under one roof!
Access a massive cross-over audience of pet lovers and hobby communities, with 22,000+ attendees expected
Join 500+ vendor booths featuring top aquatic brands, livestock, equipment, décor, nutrition, and services
Meet dedicated aquarists, collectors, breeders, and first-time aquarium owners ready to learn, shop, and invest
Gain exposure through a weekend packed with education, entertainment, and nonstop show floor traffic
Be part of a welcoming community that promotes ethical breeding, sustainability, and responsible aquatic care
Network with vendors, breeders, and industry leaders from Canada, the USA, and overseas
Ready to dive in and grow your customer base?
Ready To Become An Exhibitor?
Aquatic Exhibitor
For all vendors offering live fish, fish products, and other fish industry services.
Early Bird Pricing Good Till June 30-2026
$379
Regular Price
$449
* $95 Premium for corner booth early bird- After June 30 $ 120
* 10×8 Booth space in your choice of available Aquatic Booths
* 2 Weekend Exhibitor Wristbands (mandatory for security), additional 2 wristbands will be available to purchase when badge registration opens. 1 additional wristband per additional booth space booked.
* Furnishings included: One 8' table, 1 folding chair and access to shared electrical
* Listing in Official CPE Exhibitor List (Free) with optional paid premium personalized marketing options.
* Free Parking
* All pricing is HST applicable
*Non-refundable deposits, cannot be carried forward
The Booking Link will take you directly to the Interactive Live Floorplan. Click on any booth to see prices and when you are ready, click “Buy” to book your booth! Returning exhibitors, please follow the booking instructions email you received when booking opened.
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Other Opportunities
Branding Opportunities
* Place your Signage Pop Up banner in the main entrance or exit area of the CPE.
Vendor $150
Non-Vendor $350
* Ceiling Banner Rigging: send us your 10'x10' double sided hanging banner and we will place it above your booth space. Sponsor to design and provide the CPE with the banner no later than Tuesday September 15.
$689
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VIP Attendee Bag
Become the Exclusive Pet Bag Branding Sponsor for CPE, gaining exposure through 3,500 distributed VIP Pet Bags.
Supply reusable mid-sized tote bags with handles (minimum size 15x12x3 inches), featuring approved artwork and logos, and in include an insert or flyer of your choice. Your sponsorship extends to a dedicated social media post for additional online visibility. This opportunity allows direct engagement with event attendees!
Note: This sponsorship opportunity is only available permitting there is no Diamond Sponsor.
$2500
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VIP Bag Insert
To participate in this bag of goodies, the CRBE will require 3,500 inserts one week before the show.
Typical inserts include samples, postcards, discount coupons, brochures, small promo items etc.
These inserts are always well received - let’s get your brand directly into the hands of the engaged attendees!
Exhibitor Rate: $295
Non-Exhibitor Rate: $529
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Continued Opportunities with the Reptile & Plant Expo - Canadian/Ottawa Pet Expo!
The Reptile and Plant Expo/Canadian Pet Expo/Ottawa Pet Expo offer additional vendor opportunities year-round, providing ongoing exposure to passionate pet lovers, dedicated pet/breeder enthusiasts, and exhibitors across multiple major events. These options are ideal for brands looking to build long-term visibility and meaningful engagement within the pet community.
Additional Vendorship Opportunities Include:
🦎 Brand growth at every Canadian Pet Expo and Ottawa Pet Expo event
🪴 Ongoing brand visibility at multiple shows throughout the year (not just one weekend)
🎪 Recognition on event signage, show materials, and digital promotions tied to each event
📣 Exposure to exhibitors, breeders, and engaged Reptile/Plant-loving attendees activation
🌟 Opportunities to align your brand with education, competition, and community-focused programming across all events
Price varies per event.
Exhibitor Resources
From time to time CRBE Exhibitors may receive unsolicited emails from 3rd parties claiming to have attendee lists for sale. These email offers are fraudulent and are in no way connected with the Canadian Pet Expo. The CPE does not sell any attendee or exhibitor data, and rest assured your personal data is safe. Please treat these emails as you would any other SPAM message.
Support the Passion. Sponsor the Movement.
The Canadian Aquatic Expo is Canada’s premier consumer event dedicated to the world of aquatics, bringing together aquatic culturists, hobbyists, and retailers from across the country. Hosted alongside the Canadian Pet Expo, this high-energy show puts freshwater and marine life front and centre like never before.
Sponsoring CAE is more than brand exposure—it’s a chance to support one of the pet industry’s most passionate communities. Align your brand with an engaged, niche audience through headline attractions like the Trans Canada Guppy Competition, Betta Breeders of Canada Best in Show, and more, while helping grow and protect the aquatic hobby for future generations.
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