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We would like to thank all of the exhibitors’ and their staff who stayed until 10PM for Late Night Thursday.

In efforts to meet our consumer's request for extended hours for a relaxed, unrushed weekday shopping experience - we introduced Later Night Thursday this year.

The show show floor had great attendance, a positive vibe and better crowds than the weeknights Monday to Wednesday.

Great job everyone!

Good Morning Exhibitors - it's Friday!

In our Tuesday Exhibitor Newsletter, we provided an attendance update on Saturday, Sunday and Monday. 

Here’s an update on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday!

• TUESDAY: 3,168 attendees versus 2,433 on the Tuesday in 2024. This represents an increase of 30% from the prior year’s Tuesday.

• WEDNESDAY: 3,271 attendees versus 3,306 on Wednesday in 2024, which is a 1% decrease from the prior year’s Wednesday

• THURSDAY: 5,177 attendees versus 3,655 on the Thursday in 2024, which is a 42% increase compared to the Thursday in 2024.

Late Night Thursday was NEW for the Show this year. 

Most long-time Exhibitors know we are constantly seeking feedback on everything we do --- from both Exhibitors and Consumers. 

Over the past ten years, the Show has reduced evening hours several times. Many years ago, the Show use to be open all weekdays until 10pm. Then changed to 9pm. Then to 8pm. Then post-pandemic, the weekday hours were changed to a closing of 7pm. 

Over the past few years, the Show has received increasing negative feedback from Consumers, on the reduced Show Hours. Due to the size of the Show, the number of Exhibitors, the amount of product to shop for – it is challenging for Consumers to accomplish what they come to the show for during the reduced hours. 

We have been defending the reduced hours to Consumers for several years, while at the same time balancing the preferences of Exhibitors.

Following surveys and discussions with the Show Committee, we made the decision to introduce a new, LATE NIGHT THURSDAY, for extended shopping hours. 

Following the show we will review ticket sales data, combined with Exhibitor feedback, to determine whether this is a direction to continue and expand upon for next year.

The attendance numbers and initial feedback from Exhibitors and Consumers on Thursday night are very positive. 

Note: Thursday’s attendance – was the highest Thursday attendance in 12 years. The last time a Thursday attendance was higher than 5,177 was 2013.

Note: Today, Friday – is a PA Day across many School Boards in the Greater Toronto Area. We’re looking forward to a good final 3 days of the Show.

Have a great day!

Also today, Minister of Sport Hon. Neil Lumsden was at the Toronto Boat Show for meetings with Ontario Sailing and Offshore Performance Races to discuss the future of SailGP in Ontario.

Pictured here L to R: Hon. Neil Lumsden, Glenn Lethbridge and Murray McCullough Ontario Sailing and Hon. Stan Cho.

Thank you RBC, 2025 Buy/Sell A Boat & WIN Sponsor

The Express Move-Out is for booth exhibitors in Cottage Country, Mariner's Marketplace & the Main Hall who can move-out quickly using a small personal cart or dolly or hand-carry items using the Heritage Court Entrance.

Express move out:

Sunday, January 26 | 5:30-7PM

Heritage Court Entrance

Special parking arrangements have been made starting at 8AM in Lot 853 North. [Click for map]

Exhibitors can take advantage of this option by signing-up with Katya:

705-927- 3619, katya@canadianboatshows.com by 2pm Saturday.

Exhibitors will be issued a PINK window card that allows for parking in Lot 853 North opposite the BMO field beginning Sunday, January 26 at 8AM.

Exhibitors must display the PINK window card along with a valid parking pass (9-day pass, day pass (with date) or a Green P pass) on their dash. Paid parking is not required after 5PM.

Full details and instructions can be found in the Thursday, January 23 newsletter.

[Click here]

MOVE-OUT COORDINATION UNDERWAY

If you have submitted a Boat Handling Request Form, you will receive a move-out notice today.

To assist with a smooth process, we ask that all exhibitors review Move-out Guidelines.

Health & Safety Regulations are the same during move-out as they were during move-in.

With hundreds of people and vehicles vacating the building at the same time, Sunday will be extremely busy. We kindly ask you to remain patient and assist with the process of a safe move-out.

Please Direct any Questions to

Move-out Coordinator

Shawn McConnell | 416-574-9826 

FREE Exhibitor Parking for move-out, SUNDAY AFTER 5PM, MONDAY AND TUESDAY.

We all want a smooth, efficient move-out, and illegally parked vehicles will impede the flow, causing move-out delays and frustration for everyone.

UNAUTHORIZED VEHICLES WILL BE TOWED!

A reminder that unauthorized vehicles on Manitoba Drive and in the east and west loading docks will be tagged and possibly towed.

Click here for an enlarged view of the Move-Out Parking Map.

During move-out, large bins will be placed around the halls for disposal. Please use them to keep the floor safe. 

We encourage exhibitors to remove their own shrink-wrap, skids, and leftover wood from the Enercare Centre.

The show is charged for garbage removal from the floor, and your efforts during move-out can help keep space costs down.

Urban Deli

Breakfast choices include a variety of sandwiches and the Baja Breakfast Wrap. Lunch menu includes Peameal on a Bun; Rueben; Chicken Caesar and TWO types of grilled cheese. Poke bowls, sushi and bento rolls. All paired with sides of poutine or regular fries.

The Slice

A variety of different pizza slices including Spicy Little Italy; BBQ Chicken; NYork Steak and Veggie and Vegan. Italian and Caprese Paninis, PLUS The Anthony Bourdain Panini. For lighter fare, there is the Chicken Caesar Salad, poke bowls and bento and sushi rolls.

The Exhibitor Lounge is located in Salon 105, just east of the show office. 

The lounge is equipped with tables & chairs and free Wifi (computers are available for your use). There will be no food services, but there is a microwave available for exhibitor use. The Exhibitor's lounge is a great place to relax and meet.



Thank you to the 2025 Exhibitor Lounge Sponsors:

• BoatDealers.ca
• CanBoat /NautiSavoir
• Boating Industry Canada
• Canadian Boating
• PORTS Cruising Guides
• Sailing in Canada

If an emergency requiring paramedics arises, please alert any of the following and identify the location. 

• Boat Show Staff Member
• Show Office Salon 103 (905-951-0009)
• Information Booth Staff
• Lake Staff
• Show Security Guards (at entrances, exits, roving)

We will radio paramedics and direct them to the location. 

If the situation is non-urgent, you can also direct the individual

to the Show Office (Salon 103), where paramedics can meet them. 

To make things easier, please add the Show Office phone number to your mobile phone contacts for the duration of the show.



Show Office - 905-951-0009