Registration is now open for the 2026 Kivalliq Trade Show, bringing hundreds of business owners, vendors, and community leaders to Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, from September 21 to 23. Organized by the Kivalliq Trade Show Society, the three-day event at the Agnico Eagle Arena has been a cornerstone of regional economic development since 2009.
This year marks the 17th edition of the trade show, which draws more than 200 attendees and exhibitors annually. It offers a concentrated opportunity for networking, sales, and business growth in the Kivalliq region. Last year’s event generated roughly $45,000 in arts and crafts market sales alone, with local hotels fully booked at rates between $350 and $400 per night.
Businesses and organizations can secure a booth for $1,500 plus GST, while delegate passes are available for $995 plus GST. Those wanting to attend the gala banquet can purchase tickets for $150 plus GST, with a limit of two per delegate. Anyone who needs to cancel can get a full refund until July 31, a 50 percent refund between August 1 and August 31, and no refund after September 1.
The Kivalliq Trade Show Society has coordinated the event since 2009, with support from government and community partners. In 2023, the federal government invested $280,000 through the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency to help the society expand its strategic planning and entrepreneurship programs.
Rankin Inlet, a community of about 2,700 people, serves as the business and transportation hub of the Kivalliq region. The trade show injects significant short-term spending into the hamlet while creating lasting connections among Nunavut businesses, non-profits, and entrepreneurs. Local small businesses and artisans are especially encouraged to take part and showcase their work to delegates from across the territory.
Event details and registration are available online at the Kivalliq Trade Show registration page.
