Trade Events
CGTA Gift Show - Spring 2008 (Visit TFO Booth # 6689!)
Start Date: January 27, 2008, 09:00
End Date: January 31, 2008, 17:00
Event Contact: Information
For More Information: http://www.cgta.org/giftshow.asp
Description
CGTA Spring 2008 GIFT SHOW
Sunday, January 27th, 2008 - Thursday, January 31st, 2008
Toronto International Centre and the Toronto Congress Centre
Sunday, January 27th 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Monday, January 28th 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. * EXTENDED HOURS
Tuesday, January 29th 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. * EXTENDED HOURS
Wednesday, January 30th 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Thursday, January 31st 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
THE CGTA GIFT SHOW - CANADA'S PREMIERE GIFT INDUSTRY EVENT Throughout 1.3 million square feet of display space, the CGTA Gift Show is North America's second-largest and Canada's largest gift trade show. With over 1,100 exhibitors and nearly 22,000 qualified retail buyers from across Canada, it's Canada's largest unique, one-stop shopping/buying. Look for innovative tabletop, housewares, gourmet food, grden accessories, collectibles, handmade, stationery, home décor, bath, bed and linen products and much more.
Sunday, January 27th, 2008 - Thursday, January 31st, 2008
Toronto International Centre and the Toronto Congress Centre
Sunday, January 27th 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Monday, January 28th 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. * EXTENDED HOURS
Tuesday, January 29th 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. * EXTENDED HOURS
Wednesday, January 30th 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Thursday, January 31st 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
THE CGTA GIFT SHOW - CANADA'S PREMIERE GIFT INDUSTRY EVENT Throughout 1.3 million square feet of display space, the CGTA Gift Show is North America's second-largest and Canada's largest gift trade show. With over 1,100 exhibitors and nearly 22,000 qualified retail buyers from across Canada, it's Canada's largest unique, one-stop shopping/buying. Look for innovative tabletop, housewares, gourmet food, grden accessories, collectibles, handmade, stationery, home décor, bath, bed and linen products and much more.
THE CONVENIENT WAY FOR RETAILERS TO SHOP THE WORLD
The CGTA Gift Show is owned and managed by the Canadian Gift & Tableware Association. Located minutes from Pearson International Airport and major highways, it provides gift retailers with a unique, professional buying experience at Toronto's two most convenient venues, with complimentary shuttle buses running every 10 minutes between the two centres.
The CGTA Gift Show is owned and managed by the Canadian Gift & Tableware Association. Located minutes from Pearson International Airport and major highways, it provides gift retailers with a unique, professional buying experience at Toronto's two most convenient venues, with complimentary shuttle buses running every 10 minutes between the two centres.
RETAIL RESOURCES MAKE THIS MUCH MORE THAN A TRADE SHOW.
In addition to bringing a whole new world of extraordinary gift ideas to your store, the CGTA Gift Show is an exceptional business-building experience. Complimentary seminars, displays and educational showcases make this a one-of-a-kind business experience for buyers.
In addition to bringing a whole new world of extraordinary gift ideas to your store, the CGTA Gift Show is an exceptional business-building experience. Complimentary seminars, displays and educational showcases make this a one-of-a-kind business experience for buyers.
SPECIAL FEATURES AND EDUCATIONAL EVENTS
. Free Daily Seminars and Workshops
Cover everything new in retail business strategies, merchandising ideas and trends.
LEARN & EXPERIENCE. ALL AT NO COST!
Cover everything new in retail business strategies, merchandising ideas and trends.
LEARN & EXPERIENCE. ALL AT NO COST!
. Automated Product/Exhibitor Locators
On-site exhibitor and product information at your fingertips, so you can find what you want easily, or just ask at any information booth.
On-site exhibitor and product information at your fingertips, so you can find what you want easily, or just ask at any information booth.
. Buyers' Guide/Pre-Show Planner/ShowBiz Newsletter
These valuable show resources packed with company and product information,
floor plans, event and activity listings and amenities to make your shopping easy.
These valuable show resources packed with company and product information,
floor plans, event and activity listings and amenities to make your shopping easy.
. Discounted Air Fares and Hotels
Available through the CGTA Hospitality Bureau
. Dining & Entertainment Discounts
Special Gift Show dining offers at a variety of participating area restaurants and venues.
Available through the CGTA Hospitality Bureau
. Dining & Entertainment Discounts
Special Gift Show dining offers at a variety of participating area restaurants and venues.
. Other Free Visitor Amenities
Free parking, shuttle buses, neck, head and foot massages, shoe shines, coffee, water coolers, gourmet food samples, trade magazines and much more!
Free parking, shuttle buses, neck, head and foot massages, shoe shines, coffee, water coolers, gourmet food samples, trade magazines and much more!
. Convenient Daycare*
Professional daycare is available at both locations for a nominal fee.
*No children under the age of 16 (including small infants) are permitted on the show floor under any circumstances. Picture ID is required for proof of age.
Professional daycare is available at both locations for a nominal fee.
*No children under the age of 16 (including small infants) are permitted on the show floor under any circumstances. Picture ID is required for proof of age.
. International Buyers' Lounge
For the convenience of international visitors, this lounge offers complimentary business services, a Product Locator and a special display of Export Ready products. Click here for more information.
For the convenience of international visitors, this lounge offers complimentary business services, a Product Locator and a special display of Export Ready products. Click here for more information.
TFO Canada Supported Products on Display at our booth (International Centre # 6689)at the CGTA Gift Show, Spring 2008
1 Hand-woven organic cotton shawl by Trio (Ethiopia)
Contact: Trio, Elisabeth Kassa, kassaelsa@hotmail.com, +251 11 440 0752
2 Hand-woven organic cotton table runner by Trio (Ethiopia)
Contact: Trio, Elisabeth Kassa, kassaelsa@hotmail.com, +251 11 440 0752
3 Hand-woven and embroidered organic cotton pillow cushions and bed cover by Trio (Ethiopia)
Contact: Trio, Elisabeth Kassa, kassaelsa@hotmail.com, +251 11 440 0752
4 Hand-woven and embroidered organic cotton hand towels by Trio (Ethiopia)
Contact: Trio, Elisabeth Kassa, kassaelsa@hotmail.com, +251 11 440 0752
5 Hand-woven grass table runner by Gone Rural (Swaziland)
Distributed by: Africharisma, Petra Noyes, petra@africharisma.com, www.africharisma.com, 1 800 303 4543
See this product at Booth # 5460, International Centre
6 Hand-woven grass basket by Gone Rural (Swaziland)
Distributed by: Africharisma, Petra Noyes, petra@africharisma.com, www.africharisma.com, 1 800 303 4543
See this product at Booth # 5460, International Centre
7 Hand-woven cotton pillow cushions by Kôle (Mali)
Contact: Kôle, Awa Meite, awameite@yahoo.com, www.awameite.com
8 Hand-woven cotton pillow cushion by Negist Ethiopia (Ethiopia)
Contact: Negist Ethiopia, Sammy Abdella, samabdella@yahoo.com, www.negist.com, +251 91 120 8405
9 Mohair scarf with ostrich feathers by Abafazi (South Africa)
Distributed by: Africharisma, Petra Noyes, petra@africharisma.com, www.africharisma.com, 1 800 303 4543
See this product at Booth # 5460, International Centre
10 Hand felted wool "pebble" cushions by Ronel Jordaan Textiles (South Africa)
Distributed by: Africharisma, Petra Noyes, petra@africharisma.com, www.africharisma.com, 1 800 303 4543
See this product at Booth # 5460, International Centre
11 Hand-woven cotton pillow cushion by Muya Ethiopia (Ethiopia)
Distributed by: Africharisma, Petra Noyes, petra@africharisma.com, www.africharisma.com, 1 800 303 4543
See this product at Booth # 5460, International Centre
12 Hand-woven silk scarf by Sabahar (Ethiopia)
Distributed by: Africharisma, Petra Noyes, petra@africharisma.com, www.africharisma.com, 1 800 303 4543
See this product at Booth # 5460, International Centre
13 Ceramic vase by Terrano Designs (Peru)
Contact: Terrano Designs, Froilan Austreberto Cordova Leon, froilanco@yahoo.com, +51 195 682 816
14 Ceramic vase by Imiso Ceramics (South Africa)
Contact: Imiso Ceramics, Charles Mayosi, imiso@telkomsa.net, www.imisoceramics.co.za, +27 21 447 7668
15 Jute bags by Eshana Jute Products (Bangladesh)
Contact: Eshana Jute Products, Mahfuzul Haque, pjf@bangla.net, www.eshanabd.com, +88 02 881 7317
16 Jewellery box by Alhassane Ag Agaly (Mali)
Contact: Alhassane Ag Agaly, Alhassane Ag Agaly, +223 625 67 91
17 Silver bracelet by (Peru)
Contact:
18 Silver and ebony necklace, bracelets (3) and earrings (3) by Le Ciwara (Mali)
Contact: Le Ciwara, Amidou Danioko, daniokoart@yahoo.fr
19 Bronze and silver necklace, silver ring by Alhassane Ag Agaly (Mali)
Contact: Alhassane Ag Agaly, Alhassane Ag Agaly, +223 625 67 91
20 Silver earrings by Baba?? (Mali)
Contact: Baba??
21 Essential oil set by Amazon Aroma (Ecuador)
Contact: Amazon Aroma, Angelica Abad, info@amazon-aroma.com, www.amazon-aroma.com, +593 7 284 7157
22 Hand carved wooden stool by Tekura (Ghana)
Distributed by: Outpost Original, Charlotte du Toit, info@outpostoriginal.com, www.outpostoriginal.com, 514 697 9000
See this product at Booth # 5642, International Centre
