A unique opportunity to connect with
Small Business Owners
Elevate Your Brand
The CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026 sets the standard for SME events. By sponsoring, your brand gains prestige and elevates its standing in the community. It's not just about recognition; it's about being an industry frontrunner and advocating for small businesses nationwide.
Drive Thought Leadership
The CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026 is a stage for innovators. As a sponsor, your brand transforms into an industry beacon. You're not just supporting; you're leading. Share pivotal insights, inspire others, and guide aspiring entrepreneurs. It's about declaring your brand's influential role in the business landscape.
Connect with target market
Imagine a room filled with industry leaders, ambitious entrepreneurs, and thriving SME owners. Sponsoring connects you to this prime audience, offering direct interaction opportunities. It's not just networking; it's a gateway to business growth.
Generate New Leads
Visibility translates to opportunities. With sponsorship, you don't just get a logo placement; you open doors to potential collaborations, partnerships, and clients. It's a strategic move to expand your business horizons and foster new relationships.
Extend Your Reach
Our show isn't limited to Canada. It garners worldwide attention, bringing in global stakeholders. Sponsoring means projecting your brand beyond borders, amplifying your influence and making a mark on the international business stage.
Enhance Business Relations
Sponsorship is relational. Beyond the branding lies the chance to solidify old relationships and cultivate new ones. Engage with high-profile industry leaders, and connect with audiences you never thought you could reach.
Our Past & Present Partners and Sponsors
Presenting Partner
Shipping Partner
Platinum Partner
Business Solutions Partner
Preferred HR and
Payroll Partner
Payroll Partner
Knowledge Partner
Exclusive Digital Partner
Gold Partners
Bronze Partners
Lanyard Partner
Registration Desk Sponsor
Keynote Sponsor
Empowering Canadian Small & Medium Enterprises
Small Business Show 2026
Sponsoring the Small Business Show presents an unparalleled opportunity to foster meaningful connections within the heart of Canada’s entrepreneurial landscape. It not only elevates your brand’s visibility and credibility but also aligns it with the fundamental values of innovation, resilience, and growth that drive SMEs.
Small Business Owners up to 50 employees
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Small Business Owners up to 100 employees
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Small Business Owners 100+ employees
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Sponsorship Opportunities at
CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026
Presenting Partner – $40,000
Event Association; Exclusive Event Partner Recognition
You will be recognized as the primary sponsor, receiving prominent ‘in association with’ branding throughout the event. This prestigious placement highlights your organization as the key supporter of the show, establishing a strong association with our event.
*One available
- Event Association: The event will be acknowledged as being ‘in association with’ your brand, setting your organization as the main sponsor at Small Business Show 2026.
- Logo Coverage: Your logo will be featured in a variety of channels, including our event literature (direct mails, invitations, and CanadianSME magazine inserts), on the Show website, social media platforms, media wall, Show leaflets, digital boards and slideshows, and stage. This will ensure comprehensive visibility for your brand.
- Premium Booth Location: Receive a 10×20 ft booth in a prime location as the presenting partner.
- Brand Exposure: Your brand will be highlighted in all press releases with a quote, web banners and will gain exceptional visibility through social media promotion and mentions as the Presenting Partner.
- Keynote Opportunity: Deliver a 15-minute keynote, presenting insights to an engaged audience.
- Media Wall & Show Leaflets: Your logo will be placed on the media wall and summit leaflets, ensuring physical visibility at the event.
- Advertisement and Promotion: A full-page advertisement in our Show guide, coupled with social media promotion and mentions, will augment your visibility.
- Email Marketing: Your logo will be featured in our email marketing campaigns, directly reaching the inboxes of a dedicated audience.
- Corporate Literature: Distribute educational materials to attendees for brand reach.
- Banner Ad: A banner ad featuring your brand will be displayed on the event website, maximizing your online presence.
- Opt-In Mailing List: You will receive an opt-in mailing list, enabling you to engage with interested parties directly.
- Branding: Your logo will be displayed on the registration page as a presenting partner, establishing an instant connection with attendees from their first interaction.
- Event App Profile: Your branded profile on the event app will provide visibility and engagement.
Platinum Partner – $30,000
Event Association; Exclusive Event Partner Recognition
You will be recognized as the primary sponsor, receiving prominent ‘in association with’ branding throughout the event. This prestigious placement highlights your organization as the key supporter of the show, establishing a strong association with our event.
*One available
- Event Association: Your brand will be recognized as a platinum partner for Small Business Show 2026.
- Logo Coverage: Your logo will be featured in a variety of channels, including our event literature (direct mails, invitations, and CanadianSME magazine inserts), on the Show website, social media platforms, media wall, Show leaflets, digital boards and slideshows, and stage. This will ensure comprehensive visibility for your brand.
- Premium Booth Location: Receive a 10×20 ft booth in a prime location as the platinum partner.
- Brand Exposure: Your brand will be highlighted in all press releases with a quote, web banners and will gain exceptional visibility through social media promotion and mentions as the Platinum Partner.
- Keynote Opportunity: Deliver a 15-minute keynote, presenting insights to an engaged audience.
- Advertisement and Promotion: A full-page advertisement in our Show guide, coupled with social media promotion and mentions, will augment your visibility.
- Email Marketing: Your logo will be featured in our email marketing campaigns, directly reaching the inboxes of a dedicated audience.
- Corporate Literature: Distribute educational materials to attendees for brand reach.
- Banner Ad: A banner ad featuring your brand will be displayed on the event website, maximizing your online presence.
- Opt-In Mailing List: You will receive an opt-in mailing list, enabling you to engage with interested parties directly.
- Branding: Your logo will be displayed on the registration page as a platinum partner, establishing an instant connection with attendees from their first interaction.
- Event App Profile: Your branded profile on the event app will provide visibility and engagement.
Diamond Partner – $25,000
Event Association; Exclusive Event Partner Recognition
You will be recognized as the primary sponsor, receiving prominent ‘in association with’ branding throughout the event. This prestigious placement highlights your organization as the key supporter of the Show, establishing a strong association with our event.
- Event Association: Your brand will be recognized as a diamond partner for Small Business Show 2026.
- Logo Coverage: Your logo will be featured in a variety of channels, including our event literature (direct mails, invitations, and CanadianSME magazine inserts), on the Show website, social media platforms, media wall, Show leaflets, digital boards and slideshows, and stage. This will ensure comprehensive visibility for your brand.
- Premium Booth Location: Receive a 10×20 ft booth in a prime location as the diamond partner.
- Brand Exposure: Your brand will be highlighted in all press releases with a quote, web banners and will gain exceptional visibility through social media promotion and mentions as the diamond Partner.
- Keynote Opportunity: Deliver a 15-minute keynote, presenting insights to an engaged audience.
- Advertisement and Promotion: A full-page ad in our Show guide, coupled with social media promotion and mentions, will augment your visibility.
- Email Marketing: Your logo will be featured in our email marketing campaigns, directly reaching the inboxes of a dedicated audience.
- Corporate Literature: Distribute educational materials to attendees for brand reach.
- Opt-In Mailing List: You will receive an opt-in mailing list, enabling you to engage with interested parties directly.
- Branding: Your logo will be displayed on the registration page as a diamond partner, establishing an instant connection with attendees from their first interaction.
- Event App Profile: Your branded profile on the event app will provide visibility and engagement.
Gold Partner – $18,000
Elevate your brand’s identity by allying with the CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026 as a distinguished Gold Partner. This exclusive partnership is meticulously crafted to amplify your brand’s reach, resonance, and reputation amongst a diverse audience of industry professionals, influencers, and decision-makers.
- Website Exposure: Your logo will be prominently displayed on the Show website, showcasing your status as a Gold Partner.
- Event Literature: Enjoy logo placement across all direct mailings, invitations, and magazine inserts for continuous brand visibility.
- Social Media: Your logo will be featured across all event-related social media platforms, extending your reach.
- Event Visibility: Logo presence on the media wall, Show leaflets, and stage, ensuring high visibility throughout the event.
- Badge Branding: Logo on attendee badges to maintain brand presence.
- Digital Presence: Logo displayed on digital boards and slideshows for added exposure.
- Show Booth: A dedicated 10×15 ft booth to facilitate networking and brand promotion.
- Press & Social Media Mentions: Your brand will be highlighted in press releases and regular social media posts.
- Registration Page: Logo prominently featured on the registration page.
- Mailing List Access: Gain access to an opt-in mailing list for targeted post-event engagement.
Panel Speaking Opportunity
Silver Partner – $15,000
Embrace the elegance and influence that comes with being a Silver Partner at the CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026. This partnership offers a meticulously curated blend of recognition, engagement, and connection, allowing your brand to shine amidst an assembly of industry luminaries, trailblazers, and decision-makers.
- Website Logo: Prominent placement of your logo on the Show website as a Silver Partner.
- Event Literature: Logo featured in all direct mailings, invitations, and magazine inserts.
- Social Media: Logo displayed across our social media platforms, enhancing visibility.
- Event Visibility: Logo on the media wall, Show leaflets, and stage for continuous brand presence.
- Badge Branding: Your logo on attendee badges, reinforcing your sponsorship role.
- Digital Exposure: Logo on digital boards and slideshows throughout the event.
- Show Booth: A dedicated 10×15 ft booth to engage with attendees.
- Press & Social Media Mentions: Featured in press releases and frequent social media posts.
- Registration Page: Logo included on the registration page.
- Mailing List Access: Opt-in mailing list access for targeted post-event engagement.
Bronze Partner – $10,000
The Bronze Partnership at the CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026 represents an invaluable opportunity for brands that wish to lodge themselves in the heart of Canada’s burgeoning SME ecosystem. It’s a unique blend of visibility, networking, and prestige that aligns perfectly with the progressive ambitions of future-centric businesses.
- Website Exposure: Prominent logo placement on the Show website as a Bronze Partner.
- Event Literature: Logo in all direct mails, invitations, and magazine inserts.
- Social Media: Logo displayed on all social media platforms.
- Event Visibility: Logo on the media wall, Show leaflets, and stage.
- Badge Branding: Logo on attendee badges for continuous exposure.
- Digital Presence: Logo on digital boards and slideshows.
- Show Booth: Dedicated 10×10 ft booth for networking and promotion.
- Press & Social Media: Mention in press releases and frequent social media posts.
- Registration Page: Logo featured on the registration page.
- Mailing List Access: Opt-in mailing list for direct engagement.
Coffee Sponsorship – $12,000
Elevate your brand’s visibility by sponsoring the all-day coffee service available throughout both days of the CanadianSME Small Business Show. This sponsorship ensures your brand is showcased extensively with dedicated recognition across multiple event platforms.
- 4 Full Access Passes – Includes entry to all conference sessions and networking event.
- Early Attendee List Access – Receive a detailed list of attendees, including names, job titles, and organizations, 10 days before the event
- Brand Visibility as the exclusive All-Day Coffee Sponsor across the venue.
- Pre-event digital promotions (featured on our website, email campaigns, and social media channels)
- Onsite materials (including prominent branding on banners, posters, and signage at the event)
- Post-event outreach (recognition on follow-up digital communications)
Registration Desk Sponsorship – $10,000
Sponsor the Essential high-visibility opportunity: Registration Desk at the CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026.
The Registration Desk Sponsorship offers a high-visibility opportunity as the first point of contact for all event attendees. This exclusive sponsorship places your brand at the forefront, providing maximum exposure and engagement from the moment participants arrive.
- Brand Visibility: Prominent display of your company’s branding at the registration desk, visited by every attendee.
- Exclusive Branding: Exclusive rights to brand the registration area.
- Marketing and Promotional Rights: Mentioned as the exclusive Registration Desk Sponsor in pre-event marketing materials, including emails and social media posts.
- Digital Exposure: Feature on the event’s official website with your logo and a link to your website.
- Networking and Access: Your representatives will receive complimentary VIP passes, which will allow them to network with business leaders and small business owners.
- Post-Event Engagement: Your sponsorship will be mentioned in the post-event thank you email to all attendees, with special acknowledgment.
By sponsoring the Registration Desk at the CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026, your brand will be front and center, engaging with attendees from the very start and leaving a lasting impression.
Lanyard Sponsorship – $8,000
The Lanyard Sponsorship offers a distinctive and constant branding opportunity throughout the event, ensuring your company gains continuous exposure.
- Branded Lanyards: Your logo is featured on all attendee lanyards.
- Constant Visibility: Prominent display of your brand throughout the event.
- Marketing and Promotional Rights: Special mention in all event-related marketing materials, including emails, social media, and the event’s website.
- Exclusive Branding: Sole branding on lanyards, ensuring your company stands out.
- Networking Opportunities: Complimentary VIP passes for your representatives to network with key attendees.
- Event Acknowledgment: Recognition in opening and closing remarks.
- Post-Event Recognition: Mention in the post-event summary and thank-you communications.
Ensure your brand remains top of mind at the CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026.
Conference App Sponsorship – $8,000
The Conference App Sponsorship offers a tech-forward way to engage with attendees, providing your brand with prominent digital exposure.
- Exclusive Branding: Your logo on the app’s landing page, headers, footers, and splash screens.
- Dedicated Section: “Sponsored by” section within the app for your content.
- Push Notifications: Send branded push notifications to attendees (subject to approval).
- Custom Content: Video messages.
- Marketing Rights: Mention as the Conference App Sponsor in all marketing materials, including emails, social media, website, and press releases.
- Enhanced Networking: Use the app’s networking features to connect with attendees.
- Event Acknowledgment: Verbal acknowledgment during the opening and closing sessions.
- Post-Event Recognition: Mention in post-event communications, thanking attendees and acknowledging your sponsorship.
Engage attendees innovatively and ensure your brand is always visible at the CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026.
Panel Speaking Opportunity – $3000
The CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026, a nexus for entrepreneurial growth and business innovation, presents an esteemed panel speaking opportunity. This session is meticulously designed to engage industry experts in a candid discussion about the evolving landscape of SMEs, addressing their challenges, aspirations, and the future trajectory of the sector.
- Expert Positioning: Align your brand and representative as thought leaders, addressing key SME issues and contributing to the sector’s progression.
- Interactive Engagement: Dive deep into stimulating discussions with fellow panellists, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collaborative solutions.
- Audience Insights: Directly engage with a diversified SME audience, gleaning insights into their needs, challenges, and business aspirations, which can shape your strategic endeavours.
- Brand Synergy: Share the stage with other industry experts, expanding your reach through mutual networks and enhancing your brand’s visibility.
- Post-Event Engagements: Panel discussions often pave the way for one-on-one conversations, prospective collaborations, and potential client engagements.
Keynote Speaker Sponsorship – $5,500
The Keynote Speaker Sponsorship provides a prestigious opportunity to associate your brand with the event’s highlight, attracting the highest attention and attendance.
- High-Profile Brand Association: Align your brand with an influential keynote speaker in the business or digital transformation arena.
- Prominent Branding: Exclusive on-stage signage and logo inclusion on the screen before and after the keynote address.
- Marketing and Publicity: Special mention as the Keynote Speaker Sponsor in all event marketing materials, social media posts, press releases, and on the event website.
- Enhanced Networking: Priority access for your representatives to meet the keynote speaker (subject to availability).
- Digital Exposure: Logo and company name featured in all digital broadcasts or live streams of the keynote session.
- Post-Event Recognition: Mention in post-event communications and press releases, highlighting your role as the Keynote Speaker Sponsor.
Seize this prestigious opportunity to elevate your brand at the CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026.
Workshop/Masterclass Sponsorship—$3500
Support the small business community and gain invaluable exposure by sponsoring and presenting a workshop or masterclass. As a Workshop/Masterclass Sponsor, you’ll have the opportunity to share your expertise with a captive audience and position your organization as an industry thought leader.
- Presentation Opportunity: Conduct a 30-minute workshop or masterclass on a topic of your expertise.
- Website Promotion: Your company logo and workshop description will be displayed on the event website’s Workshop/Masterclass page.
- Event Program Inclusion: Detailed description of your session and speaker bio included in the event program.
- Pre-Event Promotion: Promotion of your workshop/masterclass in pre-event email newsletters and social media posts.
- Session Signage: Your logo on signage outside the workshop/masterclass room during your session.
- Post-Event Engagement: Access to the attendee list for your session (if GDPR compliant) for continued interaction and lead generation.
Take this chance to showcase your knowledge and connect with the small business community at the CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026.
Demo Stage Presentation- $1000
With a dedicated slot on the Demo Stage, you have a golden opportunity to spotlight your innovations and solidify your stance as a pivotal player in the SME tech landscape. The CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026 promises a congregation of industry stalwarts, forward-thinkers, and eager SME representatives. Your live demonstration could very well be the talk of the Show.
- Live Product Showcase: Present your groundbreaking products in real-time, offering a captivating and immersive experience for attendees.
- Engage & Educate: Use this interactive platform to explain your product’s features and benefits, address questions, and garner immediate interest.
- Lead Generation: Engage directly with a keen audience, setting the stage for potential client interactions and partnerships post-event.
- Feedback Loop: Direct engagement allows for instant feedback, which is invaluable for future product iterations and market strategies.
- Brand Amplification: Enhance your brand’s visibility and positioning by demonstrating your commitment to driving SME growth through technological solutions.
Seize this chance to make a lasting impression and highlight the transformative potential of your products on the Demo Stage. Let’s collaborate to create a remarkable and memorable showcase!
Demo Stage Sponsorship – $7,000
Elevate your company’s visibility at the CanadianSME Small Business Show by sponsoring the central Demo Stage. Located in the bustling exhibition area, the Demo Stage offers a prime opportunity for 10 or 20-minute presentations of your innovative products and services. Gain maximum exposure with announcements of your upcoming presentations throughout the event.
- Direct Engagement: Enjoy opportunities to interact with attendees through scheduled appearances on and off the stage, fostering meaningful connections.
- Community Impact: Be celebrated as a pillar of community support, championing the growth and collaborative spirit of small businesses.
- Presentation Opportunities: Take the stage with three 10-minute slots to showcase your thought leadership and industry expertise.
- Brand Visibility: Your logo and session details are prominently featured on the event’s website under the DEMO STAGE section and in the event program.
- Pre-Event Marketing: Benefit from extensive pre-event promotional efforts, putting your brand front and center in all related marketing materials.
Join us at the CanadianSME Small Business Show and make your brand the one businesses talk about long after the event.
Delegate Bag Sponsorship – $7,000
Gain exclusive exposure with the Delegate Bag Sponsorship, ensuring your brand travels with every attendee during and after the event.
- Branded Delegate Bags: Your logo is prominently displayed on all delegate bags.
- Promotional Inserts: Include your brochures, flyers, or merchandise inside the bags.
- Marketing Visibility: Special mention in all event marketing, including emails, social media, and press releases.
- Extended Brand Recognition: Attendees use the bags beyond the event, enhancing brand recall.
- Networking Opportunities: Complimentary VIP passes for your representatives.
- Digital Acknowledgment: Recognition on the event’s social media channels and official website.
- Sustainable Option: Choose eco-friendly bags to align with sustainability values.
Ensure your brand leaves a lasting impression at the CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026.
Business Mixer Networking
Sponsorship – $8,000
Sponsorship – $8,000
The Business Mixer Networking Reception Sponsorship offers a unique opportunity to foster personal connections in an informal yet professional setting. As the exclusive sponsor of this key networking event, your brand will be synonymous with community-building and engagement among attendees.
- Branding at the Reception: Your branding will be prominently displayed throughout the venue, including banners, digital displays, and table signage.
- Customized Engagement: Option to organize or sponsor activities like a photo booth, interactive games, or a raffle draw with your branding.
- Exclusive Networking: Special access for your representatives to network with VIPs, speakers, and business leaders.
- Marketing Rights: Mentioned as the exclusive sponsor in pre-event marketing, event website, social media, and press releases.
- Digital Exposure: Recognition on the event’s digital platforms, including social media shoutouts and mentions in digital schedules or guides.
- Post-Event Recognition: Mention in post-event communications, highlighting the success of the reception and your sponsorship.
Foster connections and elevate your brand at the CanadianSME Small Business Show 2026.
