Kitchen + Bath Canada - KBC Expo 2026
Event Date
November 11–12, 2026
Location
Toronto, Canada
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryKitchen + Bath Canada (KBC) Expo is a national trade show dedicated to the residential kitchen and bath design industry, taking place November 11-12, 2026 at the Toronto Congress Centre. Kitchen + Bath Canada (KBC) Expo brings together the designers, builders, showrooms, retailers, and brands shaping residential design across Canada. Under new ownership and leadership, the show has been reimagined into a curated, design-forward platform built specifically for the Canadian market, prioritizing high-quality experiences, meaningful business conversations, and true product discovery.
The event is produced by the team behind KBIS and supported by NKBA, creating a national platform for product discovery, industry insight, and meaningful business connections. The show is crafted for dedicated professionals seeking inspiration, connection, and access to leading products; attendees include interior designers, kitchen and bath specialists, architects, specifiers, custom builders, remodelers, showroom professionals, and residential design studios.
Attendees can explore innovations across cabinetry, appliances, plumbing fixtures, surfaces, and lighting while learning from Canadian designers leading the industry conversation. It is more than a trade show, offering opportunities to discover new products, learn from industry experts, and build connections across Canada's kitchen and bath ecosystem.
Show Highlights
- Naturally Theme: KBC Expo 2026 features a creative theme called "Naturally" that shapes selected elements of the show experience.
- Centre Stage sessions: Monogram, a luxury appliance brand, is the title sponsor of Centre Stage at KBC Expo 2026.
- Designer-led conversations: Respected designers from across Canada host conversations on emerging design trends, sustainable materials and responsible design, smart kitchens and connected living, and the evolving expectations of clients.
- Product zones: The exhibit hall spans key categories including Cabinetry & Storage, Appliances & Smart Kitchen Technology, Plumbing Fixtures & Bath Innovation, Surfaces & Materials, and Lighting & Integrated Home Solutions.
- NKBA Ontario-Canada Design Awards Gala: A gala celebrating excellence in kitchen and bath design, hosted by the NKBA Ontario-Canada Chapter on Wednesday, November 11 at the Toronto Congress Centre.
Registration
Registration for KBC Expo 2026 is open and can be completed through the official online registration portal. Expo passes provide access to the exhibit hall and stage sessions. An Expo pass gives access to the latest innovations, hands-on experiences, and all Stage sessions in the exhibit hall.
Registration rates (in Canadian dollars) vary by pass type and timing:
- Expo Only Member: CAN $0 Early Bird, CAN $25 Advance, CAN $50 OnSite.
- Expo Only Non-Member: CAN $25 Early Bird, CAN $45 Advance, CAN $75 OnSite.
- Expo Only Students: CAN $0 across all periods.
- Expo Only Guests/Spouses: CAN $25 Early Bird, CAN $45 Advance, CAN $75 OnSite.
Member pricing is for NKBA members only, and Students and Editorial Press passes are subject to approval and require valid credentials. Early Bird pricing runs from registration opening through August 15, 2026; Advance pricing runs August 16 through November 10, 2026; and OnSite pricing applies November 11-12, 2026. The NKBA Ontario-Canada Design Awards Gala is a ticketed special event priced at CAN $225.
History
Kitchen & Bath Canada (KBC) Expo has long served as an important gathering point for professionals across the country and is now entering a completely new era. Under new ownership and leadership, the show has been reimagined into a curated, design-forward platform built specifically for the Canadian market.
KBC Expo is produced by Emerald, a premier operator of business-to-business trade shows and the dedicated team behind the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS). The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) supports KBC Expo alongside its active Canadian chapters. The 2026 edition marks a national relaunch of the event, with registration having opened June 1, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is Kitchen + Bath Canada (KBC Expo) 2026 taking place?
KBC Expo 2026 takes place November 11-12, 2026 at the Toronto Congress Centre, located at 650 Dixon Road, Toronto, Ontario, M9W 1J1.
Who should attend KBC Expo?
The show is designed for Canada's kitchen and bath professionals, including interior designers, kitchen and bath specialists, architects, specifiers, custom builders, remodelers, showroom professionals, and residential design studios.
How do I register and how much does it cost?
Registration is open through the official online portal. Expo Only passes start at CAN $0 for NKBA members and CAN $25 for non-members during Early Bird pricing (through August 15, 2026), with prices rising for Advance and OnSite registration. Student and editorial press passes are free but subject to approval.
Who produces KBC Expo?
KBC Expo is produced by Emerald, the team behind the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), and is supported by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) and its Canadian chapters.
What can I expect to see at the show?
Attendees can explore products across cabinetry, appliances and smart kitchen technology, plumbing fixtures, surfaces and materials, and lighting, plus designer-led sessions on trends, sustainability, and smart living. The 2026 edition also features the 'Naturally' creative theme and the NKBA Ontario-Canada Design Awards Gala.
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