Suppliers from all over the world participate in The Convenience U CARWACS show to promote and demonstrate their products to decision-makers in the Canadian market. Only The Convenience U CARWACS show offers you the highest return on your exhibiting dollar.

Choose to exhibit: Launch new products and services Generate sales and reach key independent and chain buyers Strengthen brand awareness and exposure Maximize valuable face time with thousands of qualified attendees

2010 Delegate Breakdown (Over 6000 Attendees!)“82% of attendees are qualified buyers” (2010 Attendee Survey)

This year’s Calgary show takes place at The BMO Centre at Stampede Park October 19-20.

“We are very excited at the prospect of discovering new ideas and meeting new suppliers,” says Taek Yong Lee of the Korean Canadian Business Association.

“The Convenience U CARWACS Show offers outstanding opportunities for our members to learn about the latest innovation at the strong line-up of educational sessions and to make connections on the trade show floor. We are particularly interested in meeting new exhibitors in the renovation, commercial real estate, store fixture, and security industries.”

Among the highlights of this year’s Convenience U CARWACS Show are the following:

• Grow your business with Grab & Go Foods!
• Growing your business with premium tobacco customers.
• Promotions & merchandising solutions that really work!
• Maximizing daypart sales.
• Maximizing the value of your supply relationships.

About the Korean Canadian Business Association:

The KCBA was established in 1978 represents the interests of Korean business owners in the Calgary and southern Alberta area. The KCBA has over 300 members with over 80% of members from the convenience store sector.

About The Convenience U CARWACS (Calgary) Show:

Canada’s finest show for the convenience, gas and car wash industries returns to the The BMO Centre at Stampede Park in Calgary October 19-20. The Convenience U CARWACS Show is owned and produced by Fulcrum Events Inc. and is the only event in Canada endorsed by the Ontario Convenience Stores Association (OCSA), the Western Canadian Convenience Stores Association (WCSA), the Canadian Convenience Stores Association (CCSA), the Canadian Carwash Association (CCA) and the National Convenience Stores Distributors Association (NACDA).

For more information and to register for the event: www.ConvenienceU.ca and www.CARWACS.com

For information regarding sponsorship and exhibiting: Michael Cronin at 1.866.688.0504 ext. 114 or mcronin@fulcrum.ca

“What attracted us to this show were the comprehensive show floor and the numerous opportunities to meet new suppliers,” says Joe Corsaro, territory manager, western division, for Domo, a major western convenience-gas retailer. “The calibre of the speakers and the breadth of the seminar topics will appeal to retailers interested in learning more about our business.”

This year’s session lineup is the most compelling yet in the history of the Convenience U CARWACs Show. Among the highlights:

• Dealing with difficult situations.
• Maximizing the value of your supply relationships.
• EMV compliance one year later – are you ready?
• Who controls consumer spending?, featuring Sean McSweeney, general manager of Toronto Mountain Equipment Coop and author of the newly released bestseller Gender Based Marketing.

About Domo:

Domo originated from the former Dominion Motors car dealership, which was located at Fort and Graham in downtown Winnipeg. Dominion Motors, owned by the Everett Family, was Canada’s largest Ford Dealership and in the early years was run by Horace Everett, father of Senator Everett. Today Domo operates or supplies over 100 sites across Western Canada. Domo Gasoline Corporation Ltd. is a Manitoba based company with its head office in Winnipeg at 270 Fort Street.

For more information: www.domo.ca

About The Convenience U CARWACS Show:

Canada’s finest show for the convenience, gas and car wash industries returns to the The BMO Centre at Stampede Park in Calgary October 19-20. The Convenience U CARWACS Show is owned and produced by Fulcrum Events Inc. and is the only event in Canada endorsed by the Ontario Convenience Stores Association (OCSA), the Western Canadian Convenience Stores Association (WCSA), the Canadian Convenience Stores Association (CCSA), the Canadian Carwash Association (CCA) and the National Convenience Stores Distributors Association (NACDA).

For more information and to register for the event: www.ConvenienceU.ca and www.CARWACS.com

For information regarding sponsorship and exhibiting: Michael Cronin at 1.866.688.0504 ext. 114 or mcronin@fulcrum.ca

This year’s Calgary show takes place at The BMO Centre at Stampede Park October 19-20.

“We are very excited at the prospect of discovering new ideas to help us grow our business,” says Woody Stelnicki, Petroleum Operations Director of Alberta retailer Calgary Co-op.

“The Convenience U CARWACS Show offers excellent opportunities to find new products to help bring in new traffic and increase sales.”

Among the highlights of this year’s Convenience U CARWACS Show are the following:

• Growing your business with premium tobacco customers.
• Promotions & merchandising solutions that really work!
• Maximize daypart sales.
• Dealing with difficult situations.
• Maximizing the value of your supply relationships.

About Calgary Co-op:

Calgary Co-op is much more than just a store; Calgary Co-op’s roots run deep in the heart of the community as a locally owned and operated Calgarian food retailer.

As the premier shopping destination, providing outstanding service, quality products, superior facilities and exceptional value, Calgary Co-op lives and breathes integrity, respect, commitment, leadership, and community.

Calgary Co-op believes in giving back to the community. Investing over $3.5 million into the community, Calgary Co-op is extremely proud of the partnerships, programs and activities that strengthen and better the community.

For information on Calgary Co-op: www.calgarycoop.com

About The Convenience U CARWACS (Calgary) Show:

Canada’s finest show for the convenience, gas and car wash industries returns to the The BMO Centre at Stampede Park in Calgary October 19-20. The Convenience U CARWACS Show is owned and produced by Fulcrum Events Inc. and is the only event in Canada endorsed by the Ontario Convenience Stores Association (OCSA), the Western Canadian Convenience Stores Association (WCSA), the Canadian Convenience Stores Association (CCSA), the Canadian Carwash Association (CCA) and the National Convenience Stores Distributors Association (NACDA).

For more information and to register for the event: www.ConvenienceU.ca and www.CARWACS.com

For information regarding sponsorship and exhibiting: Michael Cronin at 1.866.688.0504 ext. 114 or mcronin@fulcrum.ca

2011 Industry Leaders

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The country’s biggest tradeshow and conference for c-gas retailers, carwash and petroleum site operators. Back for its 9th year, bigger than ever, The Convenience U CARWACS Show continues to offer operators the industry’s best trade show, education and networking opportunities with all of the top suppliers.

ABOUT THE EDUCATION

The curriculum is designed specifically to provide you with the critical information needed to understand the changing dynamics of this diverse industry. Whether you are an independent retailer, operator, supplier or distributor, you can expect to gain practical ideas and solutions to grow your business.

ABOUT THE TRADE SHOW

This show is the place to meet all of the key industry stakeholders, see new products and equipment, share ideas with other delegates and develop a clear vision of how to grow your business.

Attend this year’s show and don’t forget to participate in the education seminars and workshops designed specifically for you!