December 3 to 4, 2014

2nd Annual Construct International
26th Annual Construct Canada
December 3 to 4, 2014
Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North Building, Toronto, Canada
www.construct-internationalexpo.com
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CONSTRUCTION
G at e w ay t o t h e W o r l d o f C o nst r u ct i o n :
Canada, the Land of Opportunities
“Canada has one of the most successful and
prosperous economies in the world. One reason
for this good fortune is our recognition that
harnessing the power of trade and investment
represents one of the most effective ways to
drive economic growth and prosperity.”
— The Honourable Ed Fast,
Minister of International Trade
Overview
C a n a d a B u i l d i ng In d u st r y & Ec o n o m y
Canada’s Construction sector is moving at a fast pace. Spurred by economic growth, the
implementation of large-scale projects in the building and infrastructure sectors has driven growth
and development in the sector. Forecasts indicate that construction advancement encompasses
and influences every economic sector.
Canada is considered one of the world’s largest markets for residential and infrastructure development.
Canadian infrastructure and construction sectors have witnessed massive growth over the last 10 years.
The Government of Canada has provided an unprecedented amount of infrastructure investment
through 43,000 projects which includes the repair of thousands of kilometers of expressways,
highways, bridges, and local roads, the construction of new public transit, building community
facilities, and maintaining border and port assets across the country. This investment will drive
employment and procurement as a result of the execution the $53 billion 2013 New Building
Canada Plan over ten years.
Canada’s economy is currently positioned for growth to sustain a projected higher population base
over the next ten years. The Government of Canada renewed its commitment to infrastructure and
construction through the Economic Action Plan 2013. This renewed investment of $70 billion will
include the $53 billion New Building Canada Plan to build roads, bridges, subways, commuter rail,
and other public infrastructure in cooperation with provinces, territories, and municipalities over 10
years, starting in 2014-15.
In addition, the federal government will invest over $10 billion to maintain existing federal
infrastructure assets. The assets include the investment of up to $124.9 million to build a
bridge-causeway between Nuns’ Island and the Island of Montreal, as part of the New Bridge for
the St. Lawrence that will replace the Champlain bridge; $25 million over three years to advance
the Windsor-Detroit International Crossing project; $248 million over five years to strengthen
Canada’s meteorological services, which includes new investments in federal infrastructure; $19
million in 2013-14 for improvements to main National Parks highways and associated bridges;
and $54.7 million in 2013-14 to support via Rail’s operations and $58.2 million over five years to
maintain passenger rail services.
“As a first time exhibitor, Construct International
was our best way to the fast growing Canadian
market. We had exceeded our expectations and
we will definitely exhibit again in 2014.”
— Mr. Selim Perek, SANICA Foreign Trade Co.,
Bathroom, Heating & Pipe, Turkey
M AR K E T F a ct:
VA N C OUVER F a ct:
C AL G ARY F a ct:
In 2014, Canadian construction
is actively forecasted to top $300
billion. Construction represents
6 percent of the Canadian gross
domestic product (GDP) and
employs more than 1.26 million
Canadians who engage in more
than $90 billion of work
every year.
The Ministry of Transportation
and Infrastructure will invest $920
million in infrastructure projects
for 2013/14.
$6.1 billion investment in the City
of Calgary capital projects and
programs for provincial highway
network, schools and post-secondary facilities.
“I am pleased with this first participation of
Portuguese companies in Construct International
2013. Based on the initial feedback I received
from our exhibitors, I feel that the interest of our
manufactures will increase and we may see an
expanded presence of the Portuguese exhibitors
in the future. Canada is a very strong market for
building and construction products, which we
see with great interest. Construct International
is an important platform for the Portuguese
construction industry to promote its products
and services to the Canadian market.”
— Mr. Raul Travado, Director, Portuguese Trade
Investment Agency (AICEP), Toronto, ON
T o r o nt o F a ct:
Over $50 billion will be spent by the
City of Toronto for city infrastructure
development including the waterfront
revitalization.
T ORO N T O : T HE M EE T I N G PLA C E WI T H G REAT OPPOR T U N I T IE S
WHY T ORO N T O
Toronto is the most populous and culturally diverse city in Canada with a regional population of
over 6 million and is the commercial capital and the center of trade for Canada. In 2013, Toronto’s
population surpassed Chicago as the fourth largest city across North America. The city is home to
many national and international leading architectural, engineering and building companies. Figures
indicate the City of Toronto contributed $144 billion (11%) to Canada’s annual GDP in 2011.
Toronto is an economically strong city with the greatest potential for trade and business
development growth. Toronto based businesses export over $70 billion in goods and services
globally with retail sales of $62 billion annually. Canadian Banks have been ranked the World’s
soundest for four straight years by the World Economic Forum. Among the top 30 metropolises in
North America (populations over 2 million), Toronto was one of the least expensive places to do
business in 2012. On the Economist 2013 list of cities likely to remain highly competitive to the
year 2025, Toronto was ranked #10 out of 120 and the only Canadian city in the top 25.
T ORO N T O O N T HE I N T ER N AT IO N AL S TA G E
– $30 billion Toronto Waterfront Revitalization
– Host of the Pan Am Para Pan Games in 2015
– 4th Largest City in North America with 6 million
residents in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
– Rated as one of the top five global cities with
economic clout (Cities of Opportunities Report,
PwC, 2010)
– North America’s 3rd Largest Public Transit System
after New York City and Mexico City
– Leading North American municipality in New Large
Scale Development with 143 High-Rise Buildings under Construction
– Over 21 million people visit Toronto annually
The Greater Toronto Area has up to 256 cranes with about 143 commercial and residential high-rises
and skyscrapers under construction in the City of Toronto. This compares to 105 tall buildings for
New York City (#2 ranked), and 20 tall buildings in Chicago, according to Emporis, a Hamburgbased building data company. In January 2013, there were 184 high-rises under construction
which equaled the combined total of high-rise construction in New York City, Houston, Chicago,
Miami, Boston, Dallas, San Francisco, Los Angeles and Atlanta.
In addition to being the financial centre of Canada, Toronto is considered a major tourist attraction.
The city offers world-class entertainment and cultural experiences from film to live theatre. With
over $1 billion in revenues and over 25,000 jobs in feature film production, Toronto has become
the leading centre for English language media and film production. Toronto has the largest number
of theatre and performing arts organizations in Canada with one of the largest cultural centres in
North America which includes the Canadian Opera Company, National Ballet of Canada, Mirvish
Productions and DanCap Productions.
M EE T K EY DE C I S IO N - M A K ER S AT C A N ADA’ S LAR G E S T
C O N S T RU C T IO N E X PO S I T IO N A N D C O N FERE N C E
WHO AT T E N D S
The 2013 Shows attracted over 24,500 architects, builders, building owners, contractors, developers,
engineers, facility managers, interior designers, property managers and specifiers, anyone who
plays a key role in the design, construction, renovation, management and operation of all types of
buildings. This range includes commercial (office, retail, industrial), residential (housing,
condominiums, rental apartments) and institutional (healthcare, educational, governmental).
2 0 1 3 S HOW S TAT S
24,586 64% 60% 79% 26%
visitors
visitors attend the
Show to source
new products/
services
visitors have a key
role in recommending
products/services
visitors will be
returning in 2014
countries were
represented at
the show
Att e n d e e B r e a k d o w n P i e C h a r t
7.9%
Industry Personnel
0.6%
International Guest
17.1%
Architectural
Interior Design
2.8%
Asset Manager
Real Estate Broker
Real Estate Financing
Lawyer
5.1%
Government
13.8%
Building Owner/Developer
Property Manager
15.3%
Consultant
Engineering
HVAC/Building Engineer
Specification Writer
Urban Planner
7.7%
Concrete Industry
Manufacturer, Distributor, Supplier
Retail
11.1%
6.2%
Building Operations
Facility Management
Plant Management
Contractor (residential)
Renovator (residential)
Homebuilder
12.3%
Construction Management
Contractor (non-residential)
Renovator (non-residential)
C o nst r u ct C a n a d a Int e r n at i o n a l B u s i n e ss P r o g r a m 2 0 1 3 O r g a n i z e r s :
CONSTRUCTION
C o n S T RU C T IO N F a ct:
The Greater Toronto Area has up to 256
cranes with about 143 commercial and
residential high-rises and
skyscrapers under construction
in the City of Toronto.
“Construct Canada gives a very good opportunity
to meet people from the construction and
architecture industries. As an exhibitor over
the last four years, we had a very good
experience with the show.”
— Michal Korczak, II Secretary, Vice-Consul,
Consulate General, Trade Commissioner’s Office
of Poland in Canada, Montreal, QC
DI S C OVERI N G N EW PRODU C T S O N T HE E X HI B I T FLOOR
Visitors are looking for products and services to manage, operate and maintain properties and
facilities of all types. They rely on the Show to make purchasing decisions for:
– Advanced Construction Technologies
– Building Automation Controls & Systems
– Building Exteriors, Thermal & Moisture Protection
– Concrete Products & Materials
– Construction, Property & Asset
Management Services
– Interior Design and Products,
Finishes and Signage
– IT Solutions For Asset, Facilities
& Property Management
– Kitchen, Bath & Plumbing Systems
– Lighting
– Maintenance Services & Products
– Decks, Decking, Landscaping & Parking
– Restoration Products & Services
– Educational Services, Industry Associations
& Government
– Roofing
– Energy Management & Power
– Environmental Services
– Flooring & Floorcoverings
– Heavy & Light Equipment
– HVAC & Mechanical Systems
– Infrastructure Products and Services
– Security & Life Safety
– Specialties
– Steel & Metal Products
– Tools, Equipment & Hardware
– Waste Management
– Windows & Doors / Solariums & Skylights
“As an association handling the marketing for leading Chinese manufacturers of building and
construction materials, our groups of Chinese exhibitors were able to identify the demands of
the Canadian market through Construct International participation and for some they succeeded
in securing business deals and finding distribution channels. I think the Canadian market
is a very good market with great potential. We feel that the Chinese exhibits in the show will
definitely grow in 2014”
— Ms. Helen Wong, Fushan International Marketing Consultant Co. Ltd., China
G r o w a l o ng w i t h O u r S t r o ng F o u n d at i o n
C o nst r u ct Int e r n at i o n a l e x p a n d s i nt o e x h i b i t i o n s p a c e o v e r
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After a successful launch of Construct International 2013 and in order to meet the demand of
overwhelming interest from the International market, Informa Canada is pleased to announce the
expansion of Construct International to the North Building along with IIDEX Canada, one of
Canada’s prestigious architectural and design trade shows for leading industry professionals.
With seven great co-located shows: Construct International, Construct Canada, PM Expo,
HomeBuilder & Renovator Expo, DesignTrends, Concrete Canada, and IIDEX Canada, Informa Canada
will be able to bring together the key decision-makers and buyers all under one roof as the largest
design, building, construction and real estate operations Show in Canada, known as The Buildings Show.
E S S E N T IAL T r a d e a n d B u s i n e ss D e v e l o p m e nt P r o g r a m
The key to success in global markets is having the essential sector information, identifying
business opportunities and potential buyers, assessing the risks, knowing the barriers to entry,
and discovering resources available for bi-lateral trade. Explore the opportunities that suit your
company’s needs in 2014 and beyond.
Construct International offers an educational program of seminars and technical presentations for
manufacturers, importers, building owners, property managers, architects, engineers, builders,
contractors, specifiers, project managers, exporters, and other building professionals. The program
will provide insights and market information to help companies make the best suited strategic
business decisions. Connect with speakers, international visitors, federal and provincial government
representatives, and export professionals to discuss business opportunities around the globe.
L e a d e r s i n C a n a d i a n R e a l Estat e
The Toronto Real Estate Forum will take place at the same time as Construct Canada and Construct
International. Since 1992, the Real Estate Forum has become Canada’s largest annual conference
on real estate investment and management issues. It has earned this reputation by offering high
quality speakers on very topical issues at relatively low registration fees.
Last year, the conference attracted more than 2,250 senior executives – almost two-thirds of whom
were vice presidents or above of their respective organizations. The Forum was sold out for the
seventh consecutive year.
This is our first time to participate in Construct International as a Polish company and we can
see great opportunities in this fast growing market. Construct International was a great channel
to introduce our products to the North American market and learn more about its requirement
and standards. We will develop products that will meet the demands of such potential market
and we look forward to showcasing it in Construct International 2014.”
— Mr. Maciej Głogowski, Business Development Manager, Flowair, Poland
Int e r n at i o n a l V i s i t o r s Ex p l o r e O p p o r t u n i t i e s i n C a n a d a
Construct International and Construct Canada are known to international exhibitors and attendees
as the leading trade shows for the Canadian building and construction industry. From learning
about new construction practices to developing business relationships. The Shows are the meeting
place to exploring bi-lateral trade, business, sales and market opportunities.
In 2013, Construct International hosted exhibitors and attendees from 31 countries which included:
Austria, Barbados, Belgium, Brazil, Bahamas, China, Dominican Republic, France, Great Britain,
Ghana, Germany, India, Italy, Jordan, Nigeria, Netherlands, Philippines, Pakistan, Poland, Portugal,
Russia, South Africa, Senegal, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, Uganda, United Arab Emirates,
United States of America, Vietnam, and Yemen.
“Being the representative of the Italian Trade Commission in Toronto, I was impressed with the
opportunities that Construct Canada offers to the foreign companies. This show has proven to
be an ideal platform at the international level, representing the Canadian construction industry,
and definitely serves as a great channel for the Italian industry to be promoted within the
Canadian market.”
— Dr. Ziba Ahmadian, Trade Analyst, Italian Trade Commission, Toronto Ontario
Construct International, the trade fair for building design and construction, provides the
international construction industry with an ideal bi-lateral trade platform for networking,
investment, and exchange of ideas and expertise.
The expansion of Construct International and evolution of The Buildings Show promises to provide
great innovations, and promotional campaigns to further elevate the Canadian construction industry.
Informa Canada will ensure that the show is well promoted around the world. This will increase the
return on investment and secure a large number of quality buyers and visitors.
Added bonus from our concurrent shows! Over 11,000 architects, builders, consulting engineers,
contractors, developers, interior designers and specifiers.
C o nst r u ct Int e r n at i o n a l Ex h i b i t o r R e s p o ns e s
94%
69%
291 7/10
exhibitors were
satisified by the
outcomes
exhibitors will return
to Construct Canada
new contacts
per exhibitor
on average
exhibitors believe that
Construct Canada
has no competitors
“I am a regular participant and visitor of major
construction trade shows around the world and
being in Construct International for the first time,
I must say that it is considered one of the most
organized events I have attended providing great
value to sellers and buyers including the various
education options. I can see great potential for
Turkish manufactures in such a fast growing
market and great trade show offerings. It is a
highly recommended show and we will definitely
increase our Turkish presence.”
— Mr. Aydin Yilmaz, Chief, Corporate
Communications and Event Planning
Department-Istanbul Mineral and Metals
Exporters’ Association (IMMIB), Turkey
M a r k e t i ng C a m p a i gn I N I T IAT IVE S
This year promises to provide great innovations, and promotional campaigns to further elevate
the Canadian construction industry domestically and internationally. Informa Canada and Informa
Group will ensure that the show is well promoted around the world. This will increase the return on
investment and secure a large number of influential buyers and visitors.
D i r e ct M a i l a n d Em a i l C a m p a i gns
More than 50,000 print and electronic promotional materials will be sent to industry professionals
including senior level executives within Canada, US, and around the world.
WE B S I T E
Leading up to the Show, the websites receive a very high level of traffic driven by the Show’s inhouse promotional materials, hyperlinks through third party websites and communications, banner
ad promotions, and other online methods. The Show websites received over 220,803 page views
and 115,897 visitors over 12 months in 2013.
S O C IAL M EDIA
Construct Canada has already established a dedicated online social media network. Over 10% of all
attendees followed us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, and the mobile App. Our Marketing Communications and PR teams will work closely with exhibitors and all stakeholders to ensure continual
social media growth and innovation for 2014.
PU B LI C RELAT IO N S ( PR )
In 2014, the in-house PR partners will continue to promote Construct International and its exhibitors to key industry media outlets throughout the event.
M EDIA PAR T N ER S A N D S UPPOR T ER S
The Show attracts over 100 members of the press including leading editors in TV, magazines and
national dailies. Several global trade associations and media partners, including specific trade
magazines, will support and promote the Show to a wide reaching target audience.
C A N ADA’ S T OP OR G A N IZER S J OI N ED B Y I N DU S T RY LEADER S
OR G A N IZER S
Informa Canada produces and manages over 59 seminars, conferences, trade and consumer shows
every year. Events are held across Canada in Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, Montreal, Ottawa, Quebec
City, Regina, Saskatoon, Toronto, Vancouver, Winnipeg and Seattle. As a well-known organization,
Informa Canada events cover multiple industry sectors including construction, design, craft, art,
real estate, furniture, furnishings and food. Informa’s goal is to create, produce, and manage relevant
and profitable events to foster successful business relationships for all participants.
Informa Group provides academics, businesses, and individuals with unparalleled knowledge, upto-the minute information and highly specialist skills and services. With around 8,000 employees
working in some 150 offices in over 40 countries, our global reach and breadth of offer is unique.
S UPPOR T ER S
Department of Foreign Affairs Trade Development
Consulting Engineers of Ontario
Ministry of Economic Development Trade
and Employment
Ontario Association of Architects
Trade Commissioner Services
Building Industry and Land Development
City of Toronto
Canadian Roofing Contractors’ Association
Ontario Building Envelope Council
Toronto Construction Association
Ontario General Contractors Association
Canadian Construction Association
For space booking or sponsorship inquiries, please contact Nasser Deeb at
416-512-3806 or nasser.deeb@informacanada.com
10 Alcorn Ave, Suite 100, Toronto, ON M4V 3A9 Canada | Head office: +1 416 960 9030
email: info@informacanada.com
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