“What an awesome show! We were so happy to have been given the opportunity to
exhibit with our small business. The show was excellent in every way.”
– Stephen and Sheena Judd, Sheena’s Scottish Shortbread
NOVEMBER 17–19, 2017
The International Centre, Hall 5
NOW PRODUCED BY BLUE ANT MEDIA AND
THE TEAM BEHIND THE COTTAGE LIFE SHOWS
“Seasons was the very first big show for us as vendors. We were hesitant to attend because flying from
BC and Montreal and paying for our booth and our accommodation was really beyond our budget. We had
huge sales, which more than covered all our costs and the fun we had was priceless. The thoughtful care
and attention we received from all staff before and during the show eased us through what we initially
feared would be a daunting and complicated process. Thank you for a magical event!”
– Judith MacKay, Nearbuds
A HOLIDAY TRADITION!
CHRISTMAS WISH LIST!
DECK THE HALLS!
For over a decade, families and friends
have made the Seasons Christmas Show
a tradition to kick off the holidays. The
Seasons Christmas Show is a shopping
extravaganza with over 300 exhibitors
featuring everything for holiday decorating,
entertaining and gifting.
Shopping is the main reason our attendees
come to the show (86%)! Looking for that
perfect gift for all of those on their list is
a treat for attendees and exhibitors alike.
Whether it’s holiday decor, gifts for the
person who has everything, or stocking
stuffers, exhibitors will see great returns!
Planning for the upcoming holiday season
gets our attendees in a festive mood and
eager to purchase the latest and greatest in
holiday decor, gourmet food, and accessories
for entertaining. It’s the perfect opportunity for
exhibitors to introduce new products to help
dress up homes (and menus) for the holidays!
“My girls and I attend every year. Its become a tradition for us and it signals the start to the Christmas season”
– Marianne P., 2016 show attendee
WHO ARE THE SEASONS CHRISTMAS SHOW ATTENDEES?
86%
female
73%
are between the
ages of 35–64
86%
report that shopping is their
main reason for attending
60%
reported an annual household
income of $75,000+ in 2016
WHAT ARE ATTENDEES LOOKING TO BUY DURING THEIR VISIT?
81
%
Unique Gifts
69%
Christmas Decor
57
%
Crafts/Artisan Products
44%
37%
Home Decor
Food & Beverage items
Special rates for exhibitors at the official
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November 17 10am–8pm
November 18 10am–6pm
November 19 10am–5pm
Move-Out Days
November 19, beginning at show
close until 11pm
The International Centre, 6900 Airport
Road (at Derry Road), Mississauga
Conveniently located at the centre of
Canada’s largest consumer market. One
quarter of Canada’s population lives
within a 160 km radius of Toronto
Please complete the attached
application form and send it, along
with your deposit to:
ARE THERE ANY OTHER
COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH
PARTICIPATION IN THE SHOW?
Other than booth cost, electrical, and
potentially insurance, all other costs
are within your control. Items such as
signage, floor covering, tables, booth
structures, and the like are available
from designated suppliers, but you
are welcome to bring your own with
you. Phone and internet services are
available for purchase. The exception
to this is in the Table Section, where
space includes: one 8' by 30" white
draped table with a chair, electrical,
red carpeting and 3' handrail curtain
dividing tables. There are only a
limited number of tables.
The Seasons Christmas Show
130 Merton St., Ste 200
Toronto, ON M4S 1A4
ADVERTISING & PROMOTION
Ads in the Toronto Star
Fax: 416-599-0800
Email: [email protected]
Radio ads promoting the show will
run on major Toronto and surrounding
area stations
CONTACT
Extensive promotion on our website,
e-newsletters, Twitter, Facebook, and
other popular websites and social media
Erinn Wright
Show Manager
416-599-2000 ext 224
[email protected]
Ads in Cottage Life magazine
Erin Hamilton
Account Representative
416-646-4434 ext 292
[email protected]
T V ads on the Cottage Life Channel,
Makeful Channel and other channels
A professional public relations campaign,
ensuring coverage in print, radio, and TV
IS ANYTHING ELSE
REQUIRED TO EXHIBIT?
Signage indicating your company
name and a floor covering are
mandatory for all exhibits but not
provided. Proof of liability insurance
with a minimum of $2,000,000 is
required for participation in the
Seasons Christmas Show. Further
details are provided upon booking.
INCLUDED IN YOUR
BOOTH FEE
For booth space (10' depth), 8' backwall
drape and sidewall drapes are provided.
For bulk space (20' depth or greater),
drape needs are assessed on-site.
Exhibitor badges (number of badges
based on booth size)
WHEN DO WE MOVE IN AND OUT?
Wednesday and Thursday are the
designated move-in days. Move-out
is Sunday commencing at show-close.
Dollies for loading and unloading of
exhibit material
24-hour security
WHAT IS THE MAKEFUL MARKET?
The Makeful Market is a highly
curated area that made its debut
in the 2016 Show. It has a focus on
local, handmade craft and design.
Sponored by Makeful Television, this
area was added to the show with
the goal of attracting a new, broader
audience of consumer, to benefit all
Seasons Christmas Show vendors.
6 complimentary passes for customers
and prospects
Show Directory listing, alphabetically
and by product category. Produced by
the experts at Cottage Life magazine,
our full-colour directory is kept long
after the show is over.
For booths in the Table section,
please refer to the FAQ’s for inclusions.
IS THERE A DEADLINE FOR
BOOKING EXHIBIT SPACE?
While there is not an actual deadline
date to book, we encourage you
to do so early in order to secure
your desired spot and ensure your
logistical requirements are met. As an
incentive for early booking, there are
additional savings on the booth rates
for those who book by February 24th.
IS ELECTRICAL HOOK-UP
INCLUDED IN THE BOOTH COST?
No. An electrical order form will be
made available prior to the show.
TO APPLY FOR SPACE
Free parking for exhibitors and
attendees
FAQS
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INTRODUCING THE MAKEFUL MARKET!
The Makeful Market was launched at the 2016 Seasons
Christmas Show and celebrates everything handmade.
Makeful Market vendors are talented creators who sell
Canadian handmade goods, and are looking for a show that
is professionally produced, highly marketed and curated.
Entry into this area is determined by a jury, who carefully
selects each vendor – we are looking for the best of the
best! If you think your products would be a fit for this area,
please contact us to discuss the application process.
WHO ARE THE PRODUCERS BEHIND THE SEASONS CHRISTMAS SHOW?
Blue Ant Media
Blue Ant Media is your trusted partner in
media and consumer shows. Headquartered
in Toronto, with strong roots in Canada, Blue
Ant also has offices in Los Angeles, California, London, England and Aukland, New
Zealand to compliment our international
brands and further spread our reach. With
longstanding commitment to producing
high quality, Canadian content, including
Cottage Life magazine, Cottage Life television channel, and the Cottage Life consumer
shows, Blue Ant strives to connect people
worldwide and recently launched the BBC
Earth Canada channel. From live events, to
television to digital media, Blue Ant Media is
a creator through and through.
Cottage Life
The Cottage Life family includes the
Cottage Life magazine, the Cottage Life
consumer shows, Cottage Life Television,
and Cottage Life digital. Cottage Life
magazine has been the leading media
source for all things cottage for nearly 30
years. As experts in this niche, our business
continues to grow but our commitment to
provide high quality individualized service
for our clients remains as strong as ever.
Launched in 1994, the Cottage Life Shows
continue to grow, now bringing together
1,000 exhibitors with 55,000 attendees
annually in Toronto and Edmonton.
Makeful
Makeful is your place to find inspiration for
food, fashion, parties and DIY. On Makeful
TV, you can find all of your favourite tv
shows during the week and even catch a
few good movies on the weekend. Makeful
digital is comprised of highly popular social
channels, engaging newsletter, and exciting
DIY website. With the rise of the maker
movement and with the goal of celebrating
all things handmade, Makeful is your place
to discover the latest trends and find your
next weekend project.
Produced by:
Cottage Life Media, a division of Blue Ant Media Solutions Inc.
130 Merton St., Ste. 200, Toronto, ON M4S 1A4
T 416-599-2000 F 416-599-0800 E [email protected]
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Exhibitor Application/Contract
November 17–19, 2017, The International Centre, Hall 5
Company Name: Contact Name: Address: City: Telephone: Province: Cell Phone: PC: Fax: Email: Website: Facebook: Twitter: Products to be displayed: Only products and services listed below and approved by show management may be displayed.
Booth Size
Rates
Rates
Corner Fee
Deposit Required
Table*
$575
$595
N/A
50% of total booth cost
5' × 10'
$795
$820
$50
50% of total booth cost
Inside Cover
$600
5' × 20'
$1,350
$1,395
$50
50% of total booth cost
Full Page
$450
10' × 10'
$1,350
$1,395
$100
50% of total booth cost
Half Page
$350
10' × 15'
$1,675
$1,730
$100
50% of total booth cost
Quarter Page
$250
10' × 20'
$2,100
$2,165
$100
50% of total booth cost
10' × 30'
$2,850
$2,940
$100
50% of total booth cost
20' × 20'
$3,000
$3,090
$200
50% of total booth cost
Before April 20, 2017
After April 20, 2017
Show Guide
Distributed to visitors on-site
during the three days of the show.
The Show Guide features all the
great things to see and do at the
show it in-cludes seminar and stage
schedules, exhibitor list, celebrity
information and much more.
*Tables are available for first time applicants only.
Floor covering & professional presentation are mandatory requirements.
Exhibit comes with 8' high pipe and & white drape.
Booth Choice
First:
Second:
Third:
Booth choice is not guaranteed & will be based on availability and location.
HST of 13% will be applied to above rates (HST # 819633876).
Deposit must be received at time of booking and payment made in full by August 19th, 2017 for this rate to apply.
Booth Fee
Corner Fee
Show Guide
Subtotal
13% HST
Total Due
$
$
$
$
$
$
OFFICE USE ONLY
Space Cost: $ DATE Deposit Received: $ REP STATUS Space(s) Assigned: CAT Space Size: SUB-CAT S. D. CATS Exhibit Space Payment Options
 Deposit $ Charge to my:  Visa  MasterCard
Cardholder Name:  Balance (August 19) $ Card Number: Expiry Date: /
Signature for Credit Card:  Please find my cheque (payable to Blue Ant Media Solutions) enclosed. Cheque Number: THE REVERSE OF THIS FORM MUST BE SIGNED TO MAKE THIS APPLICATION/CONTRACT VALID
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Conditions of Contract
November 17–19, 2017, The International Centre, Hall 5
1.
The Exhibitor must provide proof of adequate insurance coverage which
meet the guidelines of the Seasons Christmas Show. Without this proof,
Show Management cannot allow an Exhibitor to participate.
2.The Exhibitor agrees to confine his/her presentation to within the contracted
space only, and within the maximum height set by the Show rules and
regulations and to maintain a staff in his/her booth space during Show hours.
3.Management reserves the right at any time to alter or remove exhibits or
any part thereof, including printed materials, product, signs, lights or sound,
and to expel exhibitors or their personnel if, in Management’s opinion, their
conduct or presentation is objectionable to other Show participants and/or
attendees.
4.The Seasons Christmas Show has a responsibility to expose their attendees
to new products and services. All applicants, both returning and new, will
be subject to a review of their products and/or service. The purpose of this
review is to ensure that the show remains fresh and exciting, and to ensure
all products and services are applicable to the cottage market as deemed by
show management.
5.Management agrees to provide the Exhibitor with a draped backdrop and side
railings at no charge.
6. A
ll electrical wiring and outlets shall be at the Exhibitor’s expense unless
otherwise noted. All operating electrical equipment used in the exhibit must
have CSA or equivalent provincial power authority approval.
7.Space contracted by the Exhibitor may not be sublet without the prior written
permission of Management. The Exhibitor may not distribute literature or
promotional material from a third party without the prior written consent of
Management.
8.The Exhibitor agrees to abide by all regulations and rules adopted by
Management in the best interests of the Show, and agrees that Management
shall have the final decision in adopting any rule or regulation deemed
necessary prior to, during, and after the Show.
9.The Exhibitor will be liable for and will indemnify and hold harmless
Management from any loss or damages whatsoever occurring to or suffered
by any person or company, including, without limiting the generality of the
foregoing, the Exhibitor, other exhibitors, Management, the owner of the
building and their respective agents, servants and employees and members
of the public attending the Show, either on the said space or elsewhere if said
loss or damages arose from or were in any way connected with the Exhibitor’s
occupancy of said space.
10. T
he Exhibitor may use the Seasons Christmas Show and Makeful Market logos
to pro­mote only his/her participation at the Show. They cannot be used in any
way that is perceived as an endorsement by the Seasons Christmas Show of
the Exhibitor’s company, product, and/or service.
11.Goods must not be shipped to the Show for shipping charges to be paid on
arrival as these will not be accepted by Management. Management assumes
no responsibility for loss or damage to goods before or during the period of
the Show, or after its closing.
12. T
he Exhibitor agrees that no display may be dismantled or goods removed
during the entire run of the Show but must remain intact until after the closing
hour of the last day of the Show. The Exhibitor also agrees to remove his/her
exhibit, equipment, and appurtenances from the Show building by the final
move-out time, or in the event of failure to do so, the Exhibitor agrees to pay
for such additional costs as may be incurred.
13.Management reserves the right at its sole discretion to change the date or
dates upon which the Show is to be held and shall not be liable in damages
or otherwise by reason of any such change. In addition, Management shall
not be liable in damages or otherwise for failure to carry out the terms of
this Agreement in whole or in part where caused directly or indirectly by
or in consequence of fire, storm, flood, war, rebellion, insurrection, riot,
civil commotion, strike or by any cause whatever beyond the control of
Management whether similar to or dissimilar from the causes enumerated
herein. In the event that the exhibit space to be used by the Exhibitor should
in any way be rendered unusable, the Exhibitor shall pay for such space only
for the period during which it was or could have been used as determined
within the sole discretion of Management. A refund of all monies paid by the
Exhibitor to Management will be made by Management in the event that the
Show is not held as proposed by Management.
14. M
anagement reserves the right to cancel this contract and to withhold
possession of exhibit space if the Exhibitor fails to per­­form any material
condition of this contract or refuses to abide by the Show rules and
regulations, in which case the Exhibitor shall forfeit as liquidation damages all
space rental pay­ments made by him /her and any further occupancy of such
space.
15.The Exhibitor agrees to observe all union contracts and labour relations in
force, and agreements between Management, official contractors serving
companies and the building in which the Show will take place and do so
according to the labour laws of the jurisdiction in which the building is located.
16.Management reserves the right to alter or change the space assigned to the
Exhibitor.
17. The Exhibitor agrees to receive e-mails and other electronic communications
from the Seasons Christmas Show as well as Cottage Life, a division of Blue
Ant Media Solutions Inc., containing news, updates, promotions and special
offers regarding Cottage Life services and products. The exhibitor may
withdraw this consent at any time.
CANCELLATION POLICY
This contract may be cancelled by Management at any time.
This contract may be cancelled by the Exhibitor provided written notice is received as follows:
• by July 21, 2017, in which case all monies paid by the Exhibitor will be refunded.
• after July 21, 2017 and prior to September 1, 2017, in which case the Exhibitor will be responsible for the full amount of the deposit.
• after September 1, 2017 and prior to October 6, 2017, in which case the Exhibitor will be liable for 50% of the total contracted space costs.
• after October 6, 2017, in which case the Exhibitor will be liable for 100% of the total contracted space costs.
By cancelling this contract the Exhibitor forfeits all right or claims to the allocated space and Management is free to rent it to others and
collect the cancellation charge as liquidation damages.
This cancellation policy is not conditional upon approval of booth location.
• W
e agree to abide by all rules and regulations adopted by Show Management (the Seasons Christmas Show) and have read the
Conditions of Contract as shown above.
• If this contract is sent to the Cottage Life Shows by facsimile, we authorize the Seasons Christmas Show to take any and all steps as though the
facsimile copy of the contract were an original.
Authorized Signature
Company Name
Date