The Buildings Show 2026
Event Date
December 2–4, 2026
Location
Toronto, Canada
Expected Exhibitors
700
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Buildings Show is North America's leading event for the built environment, bringing together professionals from the residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial building sectors. It is the place where Canadian construction comes together, uniting more than 18,000 industry professionals for accredited educational content, networking, product and service discovery, and future insights. The event historically consists of Construct Canada, PM Expo, HomeBuilder & Renovator Expo, World of Concrete Toronto Pavilion, and IMPEX Canada.
For over 35 years, The Buildings Show has stood as North America's largest annual comprehensive exposition, networking, and educational event for the design, architecture, construction, and real estate industries, in both the commercial and residential sectors. Attendees include decision-makers from top contractors, developers, architects, engineers, and building owners.
The show is worth attending for its combination of two large expo halls, an extensive conference program, and structured networking. It gathers thousands of design, architecture, construction, renovation and property management professionals, making it a central hub for sourcing products, gaining industry insight, and building business connections across the sector.
Show Highlights
Key features of The Buildings Show include:
- Two expo halls with more than 700 exhibitors, featuring specialized content from WoodWorks, OHBA, Innovation Showcases, and Dave Cooper LIVE.
- The Exchange, by Dave Cooper Live — a partnership with the leading voice in modular and panelised construction innovation, bringing exclusive content, live interviews, and a dedicated Modular + Advanced Building Technology Zone showcasing global off-site construction and energy-efficient designs.
- Data Center World Canada — focused on the design, construction and infrastructure needs of the rapidly growing data center industry, featuring specialized content on power systems, cooling technologies, sustainability and AI-ready facility development.
- Conference program covering accelerating housing, advancing sustainability, workforce development, economic resilience, and innovative technology.
- Structured networking including facilitated Speed Networking sessions and Industry Networking Receptions.
Featured speakers come from organizations such as the City of Toronto, Oxford Properties Group, RJC Engineers, Royal Bank of Canada, Stantec, and WSP Canada.
Attendance
The official website reports 18,000+ attendees, 700+ exhibitors, 120+ educational sessions, and 250+ expert speakers. The show unites more than 18,000 industry professionals for accredited educational content, networking, product and service discovery, and future insights. Attendees are professionals who design, build, renovate, and manage Ontario's construction and real estate projects, including decision-makers from top contractors, developers, architects, engineers, and building owners.
Registration
Registration is available online through the official show registration portal. An automatic 20% discount is applied for groups of 5 or more.
Key notes for delegates:
- All registration passes are non-refundable.
- If a delegate cannot use their purchased pass, they may elect to find a replacement to utilize the pass and must notify the event by email; the delegate deadline for this request is November 9, 2026, and transfer requests must be emailed to tbs@informa.com.
- Delegate registrations are issued for personal use only, cannot be shared, and may not be purchased as an agent for any third party, sold, or transferred.
- Be sure to check for transit discounts when registering.
History
For over 35 years, The Buildings Show has stood as North America's largest annual comprehensive exposition, networking, and educational event for the design, architecture, construction, and real estate industries, in both the commercial and residential sectors. The show consists of Construct Canada, PM Expo, HomeBuilder & Renovator Expo, World of Concrete Toronto Pavilion, and IMPEX Canada. It is organized by Informa Connect (a division of Informa PLC) and takes place annually at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The event now anchors Canadian Real Estate & Construction Week, a broader program of co-located events in Toronto each December.
Exhibitors
Exhibitor Information
Detailed exhibitor list is being compiled. Check back soon or visit the official show website for the most current information.
Last updated: August 9, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is The Buildings Show 2026?
The Buildings Show 2026 takes place December 2-4, 2026, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The venue's North Building is at 255 Front Street W. and the South Building is at 222 Bremner Blvd.
Who should attend The Buildings Show?
The show is designed for professionals across the residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial building sectors, including contractors, developers, architects, engineers, and building owners. Attendees are people who design, build, renovate, and manage construction and real estate projects.
How do I register and are there any discounts?
Registration is completed online through the official show registration portal. An automatic 20% discount is available for groups of 5 or more, and all registration passes are non-refundable.
What is included at the show?
The Buildings Show features two expo halls with 700+ exhibitors, 120+ educational sessions, and 250+ expert speakers, plus structured networking. Special features include The Exchange by Dave Cooper Live and Data Center World Canada.
How do I get to the venue and where can I stay?
The Metro Toronto Convention Centre is two blocks from Union Station, accessible by TTC Subway and GO Transit, with limited onsite parking and 10,000+ nearby spaces. The show offers negotiated attendee rates at downtown hotels including the Fairmont Royal York, InterContinental Toronto Centre, Toronto Marriott City Centre, and Hyatt Regency Toronto.
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