Toronto Boat Show Exhibitor News
Our primary communication method, Exhibitor News provides the knowledge and tools needed to prepare for a successful show, January 18 - 27, 2019.

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In This Issue:
DatesIMPORTANT DEADLINES:
From the online  Exhibitor Kit, below is a brief recap of December action items to keep you on track as we move closer to January move-in dates. 

SAVE $$$:
Book before  January 2nd for the Discounted Rate  on these show services. 
REMINDERS: 
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SUBMIT: 
InsuranceNEW: ExhibitorInsurance.com
Thank you to those exhibitors who have submitted their insurance certificates as a pre-requisite to exhibit as outlined in your Toronto Boat Show space agreement.
 
New this year, Exhibitorinsurance.com is an official show supplier and will be assisting in the collection of insurance certificates and providing an option to purchase insurance coverage during the show if this service is required.  
If you have not submitted your insurance certificate to Canadian Boat Shows, please click on the link below to upload a copy of your insurance.  Our supplier ExhibitorInsurance.com will then review and contact you via email if there are any changes to be made.  
Please click here to SUBMIT your certificate of insurance for the
Toronto International Boat Show for review. 
 
Please click here to PURCHASE exhibitor insurance for the
2019 Toronto International Boat Show
Hotels
Book Hotel Rooms before cut-off dates
Secure lowest rates at Official Hotels

SAVE $$$  when you reserve hotel rooms early, and take advantage of special discounts rates ( subject to availability ).

Shuttle buses will operate from the Sheraton, Westin and Chelsea Hotels. Buses will run morning and evening to provide a transportation option around opening and closing of the show. The schedule will be posted at each hotel and in the Galleria Lobby, B entrance. 
Click here for other transportation options.
Early Bird Special
On Rooms at HOTEL X TORONTO
HOTEL X TORONTO, is offering boat show exhibitors a special early-bird rate if rooms are booked  before December 31st. 

Located, right on the Exhibition Place Grounds at 111 Princess Blvd, HOTEL X TORONTO is directly across from the Enercare Centre.

Facilities include, Skybar, tennis & squash courts, free Wi-fi and free pickup and drop off to Billy Bishop Airport and Union Station. 

HOTEL X TORONTO Early Bird Rate:  
    • $229* if booked by December 31st
    • $254* if booked after December 31st. 
      * includes self-parking for 1 vehicle
TrailerExhibitor Pre-show Staging 
The earliest boat arrival date is Monday, December 17, in the Advance Holding Area (Lot 852).
  • Exhibitors may utilize the staging yard to pre-stage boats and are to park in the extreme south area of Lot 852, parallel to Lakeshore Boulevard.
  • Please ensure you don't block any other boats, as their move-in time may be earlier than yours. 
ListingsAre Your Boats Among The 247 Now Being Considered by Consumers?
Consumers are now using our website to Search Boats on Display at the 2019 Toronto Boat Show and plan their boat show visit.
 
Our virtual showcase allows boat buyers to pre-shop the show, search by boat brand, view pricing and schedule appointments with dealers during the show. 
 
Make sure your boats among the 247 currently listed online as attendees research their next boat purchase!
ProductFREE Promotion of Your New Product
Populating the online New Product Showcase sends consumers and media straight to your booth.

Exhibitors can easily upload New Product photos and information on the Toronto Boat Show website.

Onsite, "New Product" helium balloons pinpoint the location of New Product meeting the New Product criteria.

Click here  for information on what is considered a New Product, and submit your information.
AuctionCall For Charity Auction Donations
Preview Day
Friday, January 18 2- 8pm
(Booths must be staffed by 2pm)
 
This unique event offers your customers, an opportunity to preview the show and have one-on-one access to you as they Compare, Browse, Shop and Deal!
 
To date, Preview Day has raised more than $835,000 for initiatives close to the hearts of the boating community. 
 
Donating an item is an excellent opportunity to increase exposure of your business. Large or small, all donations are welcome, and we very much appreciate receiving donations in advance.
 
We thank all exhibitors for their co-operation!
CremindersCustomer Reminders For Preview Day
As you plan your new product launches and unveilings for Preview Day, please let us know about company presidents and other VIPS attending. Contact   

PLEASE REMIND YOUR CUSTOMERS: 
Exhibitors can purchase Gold Tickets at a 50% discount as part of the Exhibitor Guest Ticket program and give them away to customers. 

You pay only for tickets redeemed, and if a customer opts instead to go to the show on a regular day, you pay only 50% of regular show admission. 
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