CHFA NOW Vancouver 2027

CHFA NOW Vancouver is the largest trade show dedicated to natural, health, and organic products in Western Canada.

Why participate?

This must-attend event brings together more than 1,200 exhibitors showcasing their latest wellness innovations, as well as over 750 retail outlets and 3,400 attendees looking to discover the latest market trends. It is a unique opportunity for companies seeking to expand their presence in the retail sector.

On April 30, 2027, a series of conferences will help visitors better understand the current opportunities and challenges facing the industry.

Companies may choose from two exhibiting options 

The number of booths and reimbursements available is very limited, so don’t delay in reserving your spot.

Pavilion option

Exhibit within the Groupe Export pavilion and benefit from:

• 100 sq. ft. pipes-and-drapes booth including carpet, and 4 exhibitor badges;
• Coordination of booth orders through Groupe Export, including automatic application of eligible funding programs;
• Consolidated shipping coordinated by Groupe Export;
• On-site coordination of the event by a Groupe Export representative;

Price

• 100 sq. ft. space: $2,650
• 100 sq. ft. corner space: $3,150

CHFA membership is mandatory (payable directly to CHFA).

Non-pavilion option

Participate in this trade show under the Groupe Export’s non-pavilion option and enjoy the following benefits:

• Access to eligible subsidies;
• Participating companies are responsible for:

→ Booking booth space and any additional services directly with CHFA;

→ Submitting post-show documentation required to claim funding within the required timelines;

• Reimbursement of expenses upon presentation of invoices and proof of payment;
• Shipment consolidation coordinated by Groupe Export.

Price

Participation fee for the non-pavilion option: $200

CHFA membership is mandatory (payable directly to CHFA).

Heading West Conference

November 4, 2026 | 2:30 p.m., Society18, Montreal

Are you considering expanding your business into Western Canada? This conference will help you better understand the business opportunities available in Vancouver and across Western Canada.

Agenda:

• Overview of the Western Canadian market
• Marketing strategies and tips for building an effective pitch
• Testimonials and lessons learned from companies that successfully expanded into Western Canada
• Presentation of market data and trends
• Networking session with industry experts and businesses

An excellent opportunity to prepare for CHFA Vancouver 2027 and explore new growth opportunities!

Registration Fees:

• CHFA Members: Free
• Non-Members: $75

Reimbursement of a flat-rate travel allowance of $1000 per person, up to a maximum of two allowances per company.

• To be eligible for a flat-rate travel reimbursement, the company must provide proof of travel (e.g.: invoice for a plane, train, or bus ticket including the full itinerary, or a gas receipt near the destination) AND proof of accommodation (e.g.: official hotel or Airbnb invoice).
• To obtain two flat-rate travel reimbursements, the same proof listed above must be submitted for each reimbursement. 

→ If the two participants share the same means of transportation (e.g.: carpooling), two separate transportation proofs will be required, showing either the company name or the traveler’s name (e.g.: two invoices).

→ If the two participants share the same accommodation, two separate accommodation proofs will be required (e.g.: two hotel invoices).

• An additional flat-rate amount of $500 will be granted if your company is located in one of the following regions AND the departure also takes place from that region: Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Côte-Nord, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Bas-Saint-Laurent, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, or Nord-du-Québec. 
• Financial assistance covering 50% of the additional costs related to your booth setup and the shipment of samples (consolidated with Groupe Export), up to a maximum of $6,000 of eligible expenses per company.
• Groupe Export reserves the right to request any additional supporting documents. 

By registering for this event, you agree to complete and return the activity report that will be sent to you. You will have 60 days following the event to return the completed report; otherwise, you may be required to reimburse the subsidies received for this activity. The compiled data will be used solely to assess the economic impact of this activity. 

Financial assistance for visitors 

Reimbursement of a travel lump sum of $1000 per company 

• To be eligible for a lump sum travel reimbursement, the company must provide proof of travel (e.g.: invoice for a plane, train, or bus ticket including the full itinerary, or a gas receipt near the destination) AND proof of accommodation (e.g.: official hotel or Airbnb invoice). 

• An additional flat-rate amount of $500 will be granted if your company is located in one of the following regions AND the departure also takes place from that region: Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Côte-Nord, Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean, Bas-Saint-Laurent, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, or Nord-du-Québec.
• Groupe Export reserves the right to request any additional supporting documents. 

Cancellation Policy 

The Groupe Export Agri-Food is a non-profit organization that manages export financial programs from the Ministère de l’Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l’Alimentation du Québec and Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. 

As a government program manager, Groupe Export has defined a general cancellation policy to follow when participating in a trade show. Policy’s details are as follows: 

When a participation or registration form is signed by a representative of a company, this company becomes liable to the Groupe Export Agri-Food, as this form is a contract between the company and the Association. 

• In the five days following registration, the company must pay, as a deposit, 50% of participation fees. This amount can be paid by check, direct deposit or credit card by contacting Groupe Export’s financial department at 450-649-6266. Direct deposits are preferred. 
• The remaining 50% of participation fees must be paid at least 60 days before the activity. 
• If the company does not respect these terms, Groupe Export Agri-Food has the right to cancel the company’s participation. 
• When a company is cancelling its participation: 

→ If the company or the Groupe Export Agri-Food finds a replacing participant, the full amount will be reimbursed, except for a $200 administration fee, as soon as a replacing participant has paid in full the amount due. 

→ In case a substitute cannot be found, all other incurred charges, including 100% of the invoice for a space reservation, would be charged to the company. 

→ All cancellation requests must be made in writing and be addressed to the person in charge of the activity, whose name appears on the participation form. 

This policy was ratified by the Groupe Export’s Board of Directors on February 14, 2008. 

Eligibility for Exhibitors and Visitors 

To be eligible for the applicable provincial subsidies for this activity, whether as an exhibitor or a visitor, the company must:

• Hold a license number from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency under the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) or demonstrate that it is not required for its type of business; 

The Groupe Export reserves the right to refuse any registration for this activity.