NEW PRODUCT GALLERIES
Uncover unique, hip new products from over 175 exhibitors at each venue – products that distinguish your store from the competition. Check out special displays of award-winning product from the 2011 CGTA Supplier of the Year! Be sure to visit all three locations.
SHOWCASE CANADA
This unique showcase is brimming with an array of top-quality Canadian giftware and home décor items from over 150 exhibitors. Discover unique merchandise produced by skilled artisans, creative designers and innovative manufacturers.
KITCHEN SPOTLIGHT
The kitchen will host live chef demonstrations throughout the show, featuring the latest gourmet foods and products for you to taste and examine. Resident Chef, Don Cruickshanks, with the help of student chefs from George Brown’s Culinary Arts program will provide demonstrations throughout the show. Preview the newest profit-making kitchen ware, house wares.
RETAILER’S RESOURCE CENTRE
A Product Showcase – Innovation central for your store’s operational, in-store marketing and service needs.
The Bookstore – A wide selection of retail books and DVDs at discount prices. Come browse and pick up the latest business-boosting books for your library.
Retail Solutions – Free Seminars and private consultations with retail expert, John Caney. Sign up in the Waxman Room to schedule your appointment.
Visit our website at www.torontogiftshow.com – Seminars/Demos/ Workshops for more information.
THE TEA GARDEN
Daily Sittings: Sunday, January 29 to Wednesday, February 1
Enjoy quiet moment in our intimate Tea Garden, featuring a complimentary cup of refreshing, revitalizing tea and light refreshments, surrounded by tea related product display vignettes – all supplied by CGTA exhibitors. Limited Seating – no reservations necessary.
SOLITUDES LOUNGES
Daily: Sunday, January 29 to Wednesday, February 1 from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m.
A quiet, tranquil retreat to nurture the spirit and unwind with a free neck, head or foot massage from a registered massage therapist. Just a few minutes will relax and rejuvenate your senses before going back onto the show floor.
BUYERS' LOUNGES
Enjoy these comfortable rest areas, surrounded by the displays of the newest products, while sipping complimentary coffee or cold drinks and sampling the latest in gourmet foods.
DESIGN AND DISPLAY DEMONSTRATIONS
Sunday, January 29 to Wednesday, February 1
Hosted by retail merchandising expert Leslie Groves of Interior Elements.
HOW TO INTEGRATE FASHION ACCESSORIES INTO YOUR PRODUCT MIX – 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Find out how to cash in on one of today’s hottest sectors.
CREATE RETAIL EXCITEMENT WITH DYNAMIC DISPLAYS
– 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
Real time transfer of so-so décor into so much more.
CROSS MERCHANDISING AT IT'S FINEST – 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Learn how to combine various elements, including linens, furnishings and much more, to create themed displays beyond compare – fresh ideas, innovative approaches!
FREE LIVE WINDOW DISPLAY DEMONSTRATIONS: ‘TABLETOP & MORE’
Sunday, January 29 to Thursday, February 2
Six unique and exciting window displays inspired by a wide range of themes feature an exquisite selection of tabletop, florals, linens and much more. The display professionals will share the strategies behind creating these window masterpieces. Pull up a chair for these live, step-by-step “how-to” demos.
For more details on these Show Stoppers – visit www.torontogiftshow.com |
