<![CDATA[Halal Expo Canada 2024 | May 8 - 9 th | The International Centre - Hall 4 - News]]>Mon, 29 Apr 2024 11:12:13 -0400Weebly<![CDATA[Halal Industry Leaders Gather at Halal Expo Canada 2020 - Planning Meeting]]>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 18:49:23 GMThttp://halalexpocanada.com/news/halal-industry-leaders-gather-at-halal-expo-canada-2020-planning-meetingTo discuss the preparations for the next edition of Halal Expo Canada and share their inputs to further enhance the show offerings and the conference program content.
Toronto - February 13th, 2020 (Four Points By Sheraton - Toronto Airport): As part of the organizers' continuous efforts to further improve the Halal Expo Canada experience for both traders and buyers, they invited the leaders, governments officials, and associations for early planning meeting to discuss the major development and share their ideas for the upcoming Halal Expo Canada 2020 scheduled to be held from September 17-19 in Mississauga, Ontario.
The meeting covered major areas and topics of the halal industry here in Canada and generated great and innovative ideas that will contribute to show successful 2nd-year edition. Every single attendee agreed that the event has proven to be the ideal platform that plays a major role to further elevate the standards of our fast-growing halal lifestyle here in Canada and beyond. They also reaffirm their support to ensure the growth of Halal Expo Canada to cater not only to the Muslim community businesses but to contribute to the growth of Canadian trade and the economy as a whole.
According to Dr. Hamid Slimi, Chairman of Advisory of Committee and Chairman of Canadian Centre for Deen Studies, that Halal Expo Canada will experience a substantial growth in the coming years due to the positive future indicators in the Canadian economy and the growing demands for Halal products and services. He also indicated that there is a need for a common vision and strategic planning to achieve the desired goals.

The meeting included the most influential leaders from both businesses and organizations including the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs - OMAFRA, Turkish Consulate - Trade Consul, Halal Monitoring Authority, Baking Association of Canada, Ontario Muslim Chamber of Commerce (OMCC), Maple Leaf Foods, Maple Lodge Farms and among other major companies and organizations from the Halal industry.
We are very pleased with the meeting outcome and we will continually strive to offer the halal market here in Canada the most innovative and valuable trade show experience in the upcoming Halal Expo Canada 2020. Our main goal is to work with our local and international partners to support the growth of the Halal industry in North America. Nasser Deeb, Show Director - Halal Expo Canada.The meeting concluded with gathering a number of great new ideas to be added to the show features including the fashion show and the young business entrepreneurs zone. Also, the attendees discussed the need for adding new topics to the conference program that can address important key issues that support our growing industry.
For more information, please visit www.halalexpocanada.com


]]><![CDATA[Halal Expo Canada 2019 had proven itself as being a successful inaugural event catering to the growing halal industry in North America]]>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 18:47:01 GMThttp://halalexpocanada.com/news/halal-expo-canada-2019-had-proven-itself-as-being-a-successful-inaugural-event-catering-to-the-growing-halal-industry-in-north-americaToronto, November 14 - The inaugural event Halal Expo Canada 2019 was successfully inaugurated on October 8. Thanks to all the local and international supporters who contributed to its success. Halal Expo Canada 2020 will be held in the International Centre - Mississauga from September 17-19 is going to be a Three-Day show with new features such as Educational Conferences, Fashion Show, Country Pavilions, Lifestyle products and services demonstration area, with an expected growth of 30%.
The show had attracted more than 1,500 industry buyers and professionals and 71 exhibiting companies from over 22 countries.
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"As part of the government, our mandat is to promote trade and exports from Alberta through various channels and Halal Expo Canada was a great opportunity for alberta companies to meet potential clients and generate business leads" - Aarij Bashir, Trade Relations Officer - International Market Development section, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry.

"We have received a surprising interest from buyers who originate outside of Canada which is great as it means that the expo was able to attract quality buyers from overseas. We are targeting retailers and restaurants owners and have managed to meet thsese kinds of buyers during the show. We wanted to make a greater efforts in branching out into markets like USA, Europe and Asia so participating in the fair provided us with ideal opportunity" - Nabeel Ishtiaq, Maple Leaf Foods (Mina Halal)

"Halal Expo Canada team put on a well-organized and much needed show for Muslim businesses. It made history in Canada. Thank you for all your hard work! Looking forward to a bigger and more successful show next year insha Allah." - Omar Subedar, COO of Halal Monitoring Authority (HMA).

The Halal Expo Canada 2019 was accomplished by over 13 seminars sessions where both high level international and local speakers provided insights into current trends in the halal lifestyle industry and share their achievements and experiences. More than 500 delegates attended the seminars over 2 days.

"Rich conference content delivered by the elite speakers from the global halal industry" - Dr. Mona Saleh, Shifa Group]]><![CDATA[Halal Expo Canada 2019 Ready to Open its Doors]]>Tue, 24 Mar 2020 18:41:26 GMThttp://halalexpocanada.com/news/halal-expo-canada-2019-ready-to-open-its-doorsA reinvigorated conference programme delivering six streams of insightful content, presented by leading experts and industry leaders of the global halal industry
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario (September 17, 2019) – Halal Expo Canada 2019 is a two-day Expo and Conference to be held in Mississauga, Ontario from October 8-9, will feature presentations and panel discussions from leaders in the global halal lifestyle industry. Among the growing list of keynote speakers are CEOs of international Halal organizations, global and local experts, distinguished halal standards officials, policymakers and government representatives from across the globe. To learn more about the speakers, please visit: http://halalexpocanada.com/conference.html
The theme for HEC 2019 is "Enhancing the Future of the Halal lifestyle industry in North America" and it communicates the important future role for Halal products and service that is healthy, abundant, economical and sustainable. 
Halal Expo Canada 2019 invites Halal industry leaders, investor, major retailers and hospitality professionals to learn, connect and grow their businesses at the industry’s must-attend event which will feature manufactures and services provided from various halal industry segments and countries.
“We are excited and pleased that so many CEOs and influential leaders from the halal lifestyle industry have already committed to speak at HEC 2019. Their experience and leadership in the international Halal market will allow for insightful discussions at first edition of the Conference," commented Nasser Deeb, Show Director, HEC 2019. "The event will reflect the focus on the fast-growing halal industry in North America and raise the standards of the Halal products and services. Having HEC 2019 in Mississauga, Canada, provides a unique opportunity for industry leaders and global policymakers to meet and discuss the Halal business and its current and future challenges”.

With 3 months of exciting developments still to come, the event promises to be an unmissable opportunity. 

According to Dr. Hamid Slimi, HEC 2019 Conference Advisory Committee Chairman,
“For the last fifty five to sixty years of Muslim businesses presence in Canada, we have not witnessed anything of this magnitude that showcases and brings together Halal living related establishments. This is the beginning of an organized platform for the Halal industry and the people behind it. This Halal Expo will empower the Halal presence in the Canadian market, will create a solid network among businesses serving the Halal industry and last but not least it will give us an idea how far we have gone and how far we still have to go…”
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Organized by THE EXPO HUT a leader in the trade show organizing for over 20 years, the event is the only and largest North American gathering of companies and individuals associated with Halal Lifestyle industry across the globe. It is the first time ever that such Halal Expo and Conference will be held in North America that is widely multicultural and has an evident increase of the Muslims population. With the fast-growing halal market, the event is, expected to draw more than 2,000 representatives of the Halal lifestyle industry, policymakers, buyers, NGOs, media, members of the financial community, and others will be in attendance. 
The conference will include some 15 speakers and panellists addressing the most commercial and technical issues facing the halal lifestyle industry in North America. Conference will be an opportune platform to get in-depth insights into various segments of the Halal lifestyle industry introduced through key topics and panel discussions such as Halal and Healthy lifestyle, Halal Trade & Economy, Islamic Investment & Finance; Franchising the Halal Business, Islamic Travel & Tourism, Islamic Fashion & Design...and more. We invite all current, new and prospective Halal industry professionals to join in Halal Expo Canada 2019’s conference to strengthen their knowledge of Halal trade practices in Canada in particular and North America in general. Get inspired, well educated, and keen by the time you leave
About Halal Expo Canada and Conference
Held at the International Center in Mississauga – Ontario from October 8-9, HEC 2019 will feature more than 20,000 square feet of a nearly sold-out expo floor, the annual event brings together the highest concentration of qualified buyers and decision-makers of the Halal lifestyle industry with attendees in categories such as retailers’ owners and operators, manufacturers, investors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, service providers and many more.
Halal Expo Canada 2019 is expected to sell out with more than 2000 attendees. Potential attendees are urged to register for the Expo and conference by visiting www.halalexpocanada.com. 
Press Contact for THE EXPO HUT: 
Maysoun Deeb
Marketing Coordinator
+1 905 232 6331
maysoun.deeb@expohut.ca 

]]><![CDATA[World-Class Keynote Speakers announced for Halal Expo Canada 2019 Conference]]>Tue, 30 Jul 2019 15:03:31 GMThttp://halalexpocanada.com/news/world-class-keynote-speakers-announced-for-halal-expo-canada-2019-conferenceThe Halal Expo Canada 2019 team is delighted to announce the first line-up of keynote speakers for the First Conference of Halal Expo Canada 2019
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario (July 16th, 2019) - The two-day conference to be held in Mississauga, Ontario from October 8-9, will feature presentations and panel discussions from leaders in the global halal lifestyle industry. Among the growing list of keynote speakers are CEOs of international Halal organizations, global and local experts, distinguished halal standards officials, policymakers and government representatives from across the globe. To learn more about the speakers, please visit: http://halalexpocanada.com/conference.html
The theme for HEC 2019 is "Enhancing the Future of the Halal lifestyle industry in North America" and it communicates the important future role for Halal products and service that is healthy, abundant, economical and sustainable.
“We are excited and pleased that so many CEOs and influential leaders from the halal lifestyle industry have already committed to speak at HEC 2019. Their experience and leadership in the international Halal market will allow for insightful discussions at the first edition of the Conference," commented Nasser Deeb - Show Director, Halal Expo Canada 2019.
“As a provider of the event matchmaking platform, we are pleased to expand our services to reach the North American fast-growing halal market,” said Mamadou Ndiaye, CEO of APPSAYA “We are planning to provide Halal Expo Canada 2019 with our latest innovation of profile recommendation powered by Artificial Intelligence.

About HALAL EXPO CANADA 2019:
As North America’s only B2B event dedicated to halal lifestyle industry, Halal Expo Canada 2019 will gather the highest quality products and services of the Halal lifestyle industry. A meeting point for buyers and suppliers between the East and West. From Food & Beverage to Pharmaceuticals, Fashion, Cosmetics, Finance, E-commerce, Franchise and Logistics to Tourism and more, providing traders and buyers with the ideal platform to network, share market insights supported by a well-structured and rich conference program content.
Held at the International Centre in Mississauga, October 8-9, 2019, will be hosting more than 150 local and international exhibitors and over 3500 attendees with a presentation of government supported country’s pavilions from Malaysia, Turkey and Indonesia, the show promises to further enhance the trade of halal products and services in Canada and the rest of the North American market that enjoy lucrative value of over 13 billion USD.

For more information, visit www.halalexpocanada.com

Press Contact for THE EXPO HUT:
Maysoun Deeb
+1 416 669 9435
maysoun.deeb@expohut.ca
]]><![CDATA[THE EXPO HUT joined forces with APPSAYA to provide a unique and innovative online matchmaking platform for HALAL EXPO CANADA 2019]]>Tue, 30 Jul 2019 14:59:39 GMThttp://halalexpocanada.com/news/the-expo-hut-joined-forces-with-appsaya-to-provide-a-unique-and-innovative-online-matchmaking-platform-for-halal-expo-canada-2019APPSAYA Matchmaking Platform will provide a convenient and easy tool for exhibitors and attendees to connect and conduct business.
Mississauga, Ontario – (May 29th, 2019) THE EXPO HUT, the organizers of Halal Expo Canada 2019, is pleased to announce the introduction of an innovative online platform to further connect our exhibitors with the right buyers as a part of the continuous development of our upcoming event, Halal Expo Canada 2019. “When we looked at the increase of interactions amongst our exhibitors and attendees on so many angles, we found that APPSAYA’s online event matchmaking platform to be the most beneficial online tool to further support our exhibitors in reaching out to the ideal buyers” said Nasser Deeb, CEO of THE EXPO HUT and Director of Halal Expo Canada.
When we looked at the increase of interactions amongst our exhibitors and attendees on so many angles, we found that APPSAYA’s online event matchmaking platform to be the most beneficial online tool to further support our exhibitors in reaching out to the ideal buyers”
“As a provider of the event matchmaking platform, we are pleased to expand our services to reach the North American fast-growing halal market,” said Mamadou Ndiaye, CEO of APPSAYA “We are planning to provide Halal Expo Canada 2019 with our latest innovation of profile recommendation powered by Artificial Intelligence.

About HALAL EXPO CANADA 2019:
As North America’s only B2B event dedicated to halal lifestyle industry, Halal Expo Canada 2019 will gather the highest quality products and services of the Halal lifestyle industry. A meeting point for buyers and suppliers between the East and West. From Food & Beverage to Pharmaceuticals, Fashion, Cosmetics, Finance, E-commerce, Franchise and Logistics to Tourism and more, providing traders and buyers with the ideal platform to network, share market insights supported by a well-structured and rich conference program content.
Held at the International Centre in Mississauga, October 8-9, 2019, will be hosting more than 150 local and international exhibitors and over 3500 attendees with a presentation of government supported country’s pavilions from Malaysia, Turkey and Indonesia, the show promises to further enhance the trade of halal products and services in Canada and the rest of the North American market that enjoy lucrative value of over 13 billion USD.

​For more information, visit www.halalexpocanada.com

Press Contact for THE EXPO HUT:
Maysoun Deeb
+1 416 669 9435
maysoun.deeb@expohut.ca


About APPSAYA:
Appsaya revolutionizes human interactions at business events around the world. Leveraging on Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, Appsaya provides Business Matchmaking and Networking online applications to empower the most relevant meetings and maximize event ROI.
Global B2B event organisers rely on Appsaya to increase participant engagement. Based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Appsaya is known for its “Human Touch” approach in digitizing B2B events and make meetings more relevant.
Appsaya works closely with each customer to deliver a personalized experience for each business event attendee.


Press Contact for APPSAYA:
Hawanisa Roslan
Head of Business Development
+60 13-286 8055
hawanisa@appsaya.com
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