Retail Industry Events in Canada

Retailers, suppliers, and corporate teams learn from the industry’s brightest minds and biggest thinkers, while networking with their retail counterparts.

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November 30, 2024

Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards – Submissions

Stand Out on the Shelf!

Product Submissions for the 32nd annual Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards are now open. Submit your product today!

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December 4, 2024 | Delta Hotels by Marriott Toronto Airport & Conference Centre, 655 Dixon Road, Toronto ON M9W 1J3

In Conversation with Eric La Flèche, President and Chief Executive Officer, METRO Inc. 

An in-person interview on METRO’s investment in the modernization of its distribution network, loyalty and personalization, and the future of grocery and pharmacy.

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December 6, 2024 | Le Westin Montreal,  270 Saint-Antoine Ouest, Montreal, Quebec, H2Y 0A3

In Conversation with Luc L’Archevêque Chief Merchandising Officer, Sobeys Inc.

Luc L’Archevêque joins RCC President and CEO Diane J. Brisebois for an in-person interview to discuss topics important to Sobeys Inc. Areas of discussion include the current grocery landscape, emerging trends, product assortment, and the greatest opportunities in an evolving landscape.

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January 13, 2025

RCC Rouge Cocktail Reception at NRF ‘25

Join Retail Council of Canada and your Canadian retail community for Rouge, a Canadian Retail Reception, during NRF Retail’s Big Show. Retailers welcome by invitation.

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March 19, 2025 | The International Centre, 6900 Airport Rd, Mississauga, ON L4V 1E8

Retail Secure Conference

SAVE THE DATE! This annual event brings together top retail loss prevention experts, industry suppliers, and security and law enforcement professionals together to explore actionable systems and forward-thinking retail solutions.

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June 3, 2025 – June 4, 2025 | Toronto Congress Centre North Building 1020 Martin Grove Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9W 1J1

RCC STORE Conference 2025

Save the date for Canada’s BIGGEST retail event. An annual gathering of 2,000+ retail decisions makers, thought leaders, and influencers.

Upcoming Webinars

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November 14, 2024 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST

Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards Information Session

Curious about the Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards and how to submit your entry? Get an in-depth look at the submission process and learn all about one of Canada’s most prestigious awards programs for new products!

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November 20, 2024 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST

The Packaging Sustainability Conundrum… Is Data The Answer?

Retailers, brands, manufacturers, and converters all face the same challenge, regardless of who owns the packaging – obtaining and maintaining accurate data. Whether your business is concerned about the ongoing and expanding EPR challenge or you are trying to achieve your own sustainability targets, this panel will discuss how accurate data can help make the right decisions, first … Continued

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December 18, 2024 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST

Retail Conditions Report – Holiday 2024

Each quarter, Retail Council of Canada surveys executive members from mid-large sized retailers from coast to coast to bring you an insider’s perspective on retail performance for the past quarter. Developed though a series of in-depth, one-on-one interviews with retail executives from a wide variety of formats, the Retail Conditions Report provides members with valuable insight … Continued

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