Canadian North Resources Expo 2027
Event Date
May 28–29, 2027
Location
Prince George, BC
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Canada North Resources Expo (CNRE) is a biennial trade show held in Prince George, British Columbia, that showcases the equipment, services, and technology behind Northern Canada's resource industries. This biennial show focuses on Northern Canada's vital resource sectors — including forestry, road building, machinery, transportation, construction and more.
The event fills large indoor and outdoor areas with heavy equipment and industry displays. Tons of big iron cover four acres of indoor and outdoor space, showcasing the resource sectors' leading companies and products, with sectors on display including forestry, heavy construction, and infrastructure development. Attendees are largely industry professionals — contractors, operators, dealers, fleet buyers, and suppliers — who come to compare machinery, meet manufacturers, and stay current with their sector.
Beyond the exhibit floor, CNRE emphasizes the future workforce. The show hosts a "Future of the Industry" day on the Saturday of the event, welcoming visitors of all ages to explore the Expo and introducing the next generation of tradespeople to the industry, highlighting current education and recruitment opportunities within each sector. With thousands of attendees and a strong regional draw, it is a key networking and buying event for the north.
Show Highlights
- Big iron on display: Equipment fills roughly four acres of indoor and outdoor space, featuring the resource sectors' leading companies and products across forestry, heavy construction, and infrastructure.
- Future of the Industry Day: A Saturday feature that brings together visitors of all ages to welcome the next generation of tradespeople and highlight education and recruitment opportunities in each sector.
- Official Show Guide Sponsor: Logging & Sawmilling Journal serves as the Official Show Guide Sponsor for the Canada North Resources Expo.
- Networking focus: The show is built as a networking opportunity where exhibitors and attendees connect on the floor and follow up after the event.
Booth Pricing
Booth space is priced per square foot by location and size:
- Indoor space: 100 sq. ft. to 599 sq. ft. is $13.00 per sq. ft.; over 600 sq. ft. is $8.75 per sq. ft.
- Outdoor space: 600 sq. ft. minimum at $3.25 per sq. ft.
The exhibit package includes side and backwall, standard color booth carpet, forklift service up to 5,000 lbs, a computerized registration system, and unlimited complimentary pre-registration forms for customers. It also includes 24-hour security, unloading and reloading of crated shipments, crate storage during the show, machinery spotting for initial installation, daily booth carpet cleaning, a listing in the Official Show Guide and on the event website, and free parking. Exhibitors can request a custom quote through the show's Get a Booth Quote form.
Registration
Admission pricing for the next edition had not been published at the time of research. The Show Information page lists admission as "Prices Coming Soon."
Key points for attendees:
- Pre-register online to save time on-site. Pre-registering online lets attendees skip the box office line and use a separate check-in line, and reduces the risk of information being misprinted on-site.
- Bring your confirmation. Pre-registered attendees are asked to bring a copy of their registration confirmation, emailed or printed.
- One badge covers all days. Badges are valid for entry each day of the event, so you only need to register once.
- Register independently or with a company. All interested individuals are invited, and you may leave the company field blank on the registration form.
- Age policy: The registration age is 18; unemployed youth may enter free of charge with an adult companion and do not require a badge.
- Subscribe to the show's mailing list for ticket discounts and reminders.
History
The Canada North Resources Expo is a long-running biennial event serving Prince George and Northern British Columbia. According to the show, its edition returning to Prince George would mark the sixth edition of this key trade event. It is produced by Marketplace Events, and its trade-show operations reference Master Promotions Ltd. in attendee policies. The show alternates years and continues to return to the CN Centre in Prince George.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the Canada North Resources Expo held?
The Canada North Resources Expo returns in May 2028 at the CN Centre, located at #100-2187 Ospika Blvd, Prince George, BC. It is a biennial event, and exact show dates and hours were listed as to be determined at the time of research.
What industries does the show cover and who should attend?
The expo focuses on Northern Canada's resource sectors, including forestry, road building, machinery, transportation, construction and more. It is aimed at industry professionals such as contractors, operators, dealers and suppliers who want to see equipment and network.
How do I register, and how much does admission cost?
Admission pricing for the upcoming edition was listed as "coming soon." Attendees are encouraged to pre-register online to skip the box office line, and a single badge is valid for entry on each day of the event.
How much does it cost to exhibit?
Indoor space is $13.00 per square foot for 100 to 599 sq. ft. and $8.75 per square foot for over 600 sq. ft. Outdoor space has a 600 sq. ft. minimum at $3.25 per square foot, and exhibitors can request a custom quote from the show team.
Is there parking, and how do I get to the CN Centre?
Free parking in the CN Centre lot is open to all attendees, with accessible stalls on the north and east sides. The venue is about a 15-minute drive from Prince George Airport (YXS), and BC Transit buses including the #5, #15 and #55 stop right at the CN Centre.
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