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Message from the Association President
Supporting the Industry Through the Ups & Downs
As we wrap up another busy season, I want to thank all of you who helped make this year’s CAMA Trade Show such a big success. It was great to see so many familiar faces, meet new members, and feel the energy of an industry that continues to grow and adapt.
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CAMA Show 2025
Thank You for Making the CAMA Show a Success!
CAMA would like to thank all who attended, exhibited, presented, and supported the 2025 CAMA Show, held March 4th & 5th at the International Convention Centre in Toronto. Co-located again with The Convenience U CARWACS Show, this year’s event welcomed over 5,000 industry operators, suppliers, and distributors, and showcased more than 300 leading companies across vending, micro market, office coffee, and convenience sectors.
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Help Shape Our Response to Trade Tariffs: Share Your Insights in the CAMA Survey
CAMA is launching this short, targeted survey to better understand how the industry is experiencing the impact of trade tariffs and related policies. Whether your business has already been directly affected or you are just starting to hear concerns, your input will help paint a clearer picture of what’s happening across our sector.
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Bank of Canada to Issue New Vertical $20 Bank Note
The Bank of Canada has announced a new $20 bank note, arriving in 2027, featuring King Charles III and enhanced security features. The Bank is currently consulting with stakeholders, including CAMA, to ensure machine readiness and develop training tools for a smooth rollout across the automatic merchandising and vending industries.
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The Impact of AI and Data on the Future of Vending
The world of vending is changing fast, driven by technological innovation and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI). As vending machines evolve into smart, interactive devices, new technology is already shaping the way operators organize their businesses and changing the traditional methods that our industry has developed in the name of efficiency.
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Network Night Vancouver
Thank you to everyone who attended the first Network Night Vancouver on April 13. It was a wonderful evening of networking and collaboration among industry professionals in the vending, micro market, and office coffee service sectors.
A special thanks to our sponsors for making this event possible. We look forward to making this an annual industry get together.
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Ontario Golf Tournament 2025
Join us on Wednesday June 11th 2025 for the annual CAMA Ontario Golf Tournament. Registration is open for Teams and individual players.
A favourite event of the year, the Tournament is a great day of hospitality, networking and fun!
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New Member Benefit: Discounts with Perkopolis!
We’re excited to announce a brand-new partnership with Perkopolis, bringing exclusive savings and premium perks to our members!
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The NAMA Show 2025
Las Vegas, Nevada | May 7-9, 2025
NAMA has extended member rates to CAMA members - that's a savings of $200 per registration! Contact admin@vending-cama.com to get the CAMA members promo code.
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Canada Night 2025
CAMA has made the difficult decision to suspend our annual Canada Night Reception for this year.
We are confident that the industry, and our relationships with our partners in the USA and elsewhere, will remain strong in the coming months, and that CAMA will return to the NAMA Show next year.
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What is due diligence? Ultimately, employers are responsible for the safety of all employees; however, supervisors are often the ones working directly with workers, ensuring procedures are being followed and personal protective equipment is being worn properly.
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CAMA Calendar 2025
CAMA is expanding its events calendar to bring more in-person networking opportunities to members across Canada! As we continue to grow, we recognize the importance of face-to-face connections, and we’re committed to providing valuable experiences that foster collaboration, professional development, and industry engagement.
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Midline Solutions Inc.
Midline Solutions Inc. stocks and manages micro convenience stores and markets.
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Variety Foods Ltd.
Variety Foods Ltd. is a Canadian importer and distributor specializing in high-quality European food products for the Canadian and U.S. markets. They offer warehousing and coast-to-coast distribution services to ensure product availability nationwide.
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CAMA Membership 2025
The CAMA website has a full member directory - make sure your company details are up to date.
If you have any questions about your membership, please contact admin@vending-cama.com.
We thank you for your continued support of our work to connect and support the industry.
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Special thanks to our Network Night Vancouver Sponsors: |
Upcoming Events
Check the Event Calendar for a list of upcoming events and important dates.
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SMART PICK is a national healthy choice program available to all CAMA members. For details and to sign up click here!
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Want to Become a Member?
Membership with CAMA has many benefits. For details and to become a member, click here.
Have questions about your membership? Contact admin@vending-cama.com and we will be more then happy to assist you.
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