CPMA largest to date

The Canadian Produce Marketing Association’s 90th Annual Convention & Trade Show in Montreal was a great success, with 3500 representatives from across the fresh fruit and vegetable supply chain in attendance. In addition to marking their milestone 90th anniversary, the CPMA also celebrated their largest Montreal show to date. The CPMA’s annual event ran from April 15-17, 2015 in Montréal, Québec at the Palais de congrès de Montréal. There were representatives from 19 different countries in attendance, demonstrating the international flavor of the industry.

“The CPMA was proud to sell out such a large show, and we look forward to continuing to grow this vibrant sector,” stated Ron Lemaire, President, CPMA. “With 525 exhibit spaces and over 290 companies represented, we were honored to host the largest trade show our industry has ever seen in Canada. From the business sessions and learning lounges to social events, we will continue to strive to deliver a cutting edge business program combined with extensive learning and networking opportunities.”

CPMA’s overall program welcomes a diversity of delegates and exhibitors who are active within the Canadian fruit and vegetable marketplace, and offers a distinctive blend of business, networking, development and educational opportunities, while attracting a wide variety of attendees.

The CPMA’s 91st Annual Convention and Trade Show will take place in Calgary, Alberta from April 12-14, 2016. The theme for 2016 is Growing Strong.
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For more information:
Vanessa Sherry
Canadian Produce Marketing Association
Tel: 613-226-4187 x225
Email: vsherry@cpma.ca