Calgary Moms Trade Fair

It's not just for Moms... it's a Family Event!


Saturday, February 11th 2012 ~ 9:30am - 3:30pm

Quality Hotel - Conference Centre ~ 4804 Edmonton Trail NE
(view map)



Join us February 11th, 2012 to view the latest in local products & services for mom, dad, baby & family. From new brands & businesses that have recently launched, to the latest mompreneur inventions & gadgets, to the all-time favorites.

Shop, browse and interact with over 100 exhibitors to learn what products and services are available for you and your family. Some categories that may be available include: books, jewelry, make-up, cloth diapers, kitchen items, baby items, children's toys, scrap booking, pampering, health, weight loss, pregnancy & birth, eco-friendly, clothing, services and much more! Register for and listen to over 8 different speakers sharing interesting information for families.

Moms (and now even DADS) can register, attend & receive amazing show specials, receive a show bag (@ 9:30am) , have a chance to win one of many door prizes throughout the day.

Note: Due to the lack of interest in adding tables "just for dad" we have decided to remove the hold on the section of tables 86-95. We will do our best to keep tables "just for dad" to one area. Sorry for the inconvenience.


All family members are welcome!

            

Registrations are now OPEN!

Don't forget to ask for your "Explore the Floor" Passport Card at the registration table. When you visit each exhibitor table to get your card stamped. Once you have collected all of the table stamps submit your card at the registration table it will be placed in the Grand Prize ballot box. Grand Prize information TBA at a later date. (online registration required to receive Explore the Floor Card)



Admission:
Proudly Supporting the Food Bank


Adults - Two canned goods or $2
Families (3+)- Three canned goods or $3
((Most Needed Items))
(100% of admission & goods are donated)


FREE PARKING!
Park in front and beside hotel. Access Conference Centre through hotel lobby.


FREE FACE PAINTING FOR THE KIDS!
by Mystical Masks ~ Table #5

All Family Members are WELCOME!

Register for and listen to over 8 different speakers sharing interesting information for families. Register & attend and you could win a prize after each speaker.

Speaker Times & Topics

9:45 - 10:15am ~ A Beautiful Child - Marissa Dean ~ Doula services and Placenta Encapsulation

10:30 - 11:00am ~ Crowfoot Chiropractic - Dr. Enrico Dolcecore ~ Wellness: A Journey Now & Forever

11:15 - 11:45am ~ Dale Carnegie Training - Heather Klein-Swormink ~ Effective Communication

12:00 - 12:30pm ~

12:45 - 1:15pm ~

1:30 - 2:00pm ~

2:15 - 2:45pm ~

3:00 - 3:30pm ~



Moms & Dads please click the button below & register to hear a specific speaker!
You could win a prize!
Attend as many as you would like.

Seeking Speakers for our show!

We are currently looking for speakers for any topics that parents would be interested in hearing. You would talk to attendees in a separate room from the trade show conference center where you can do a demo, chat about your business & or service for about 15 - 20 minutes. When your time is up you can forward attendees to your exhibitor table located in the Conference Centre to make purchases or find out further information from you.

(1) Please apply for a table (click here)
(2) Please mention that you wish to speak and what your topic will be about.
(3) After table has been confirmed you will be contacted to set up a time for you to speak.
(4) To "Thank you" for speaking at our show you will receive a 3 month button sponsor advertisement on either CalgaryMoms.com or CalgaryMomsCommunity.com to promote your business after the show.

ATTENTION Moms & Future Moms! Register & attend our trade show then stop by the CalgaryMoms.com table and ask for your FREE one year CalgaryMomsCommunity.com premier membership!

Your premier membership allows you to chat and meet fellow Calgary & area moms online first and then when you feel comfortable join in already planned or plan your own playgroups, playdates, moms night outs & so much MORE!

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