Founded in 1948, the show has been the forerunner of Canadian consumer shows and ismoving in the interest of expanding its audience and ensuring continued growth.
After a thorough review and evaluation of the available facilities in the Greater TorontoArea (GTA), the Metro Toronto Convention Centre was selected as the venue for futureToronto Sportsmen’s Shows.
“We recognize if the show is to continue growing, we needed to move to a location thatwill accommodate our expanding needs,” said Ray Sriubiskis, Vice President, CanadianNational Sportsmen’s Shows. “We are confident the move to the Metro TorontoConvention Centre will allow us to further expand future Toronto Sportsmen’s Shows atthis world class facility,” he added.The venue was selected based on the following criteria:
- In the past, shows that have moved to the Metro Toronto Convention Centreexperienced a double-digit increase in attendance
- Ease of access via TTC and Go Transit, a five-minute protected walk from UnionStation
- Modern facility with increased meeting space for associations and clubs that workwith the Toronto Sportsmen’s Show
- 1,700 on-site parking spaces, plus 10,000 additional spaces near by
- More than 12,000 hotel rooms in close proximity
About the Toronto Sportsmen’s ShowThe Toronto Sportsmen’s Show has introduced many generations to Canada’s outdoorheritage during its 63-year history. Many youth and adults alike had their first fishing,archery and outdoor experiences at the show. That tradition continues with parentsbringing their children to experience the same, while outdoor enthusiasts gather to learnabout the latest tips and techniques from the pros while experiencing the latest in newproducts.