Indoor Shows

Originals - The Spring Craft Sale | Thursday, April 3 - Sunday, April 6, 2025 

Originals Spring Craft Sale continues to electrify the Nation’s Capital, kickstarting your Spring show season with a bang! Year after year, we have seen impressive attendance thanks, in large part to our loyal clientele that recognizes the Originals brand for its dedication to delivering a quality, premier show experience. 

Hosted at the EY Centre, Ottawa’s leading trade show facility, Originals attracts thousands of passionate and affluent shoppers over four days. With ample parking and the convenient access from all parts of the city, this ideal combination of amenities, positioning this show among Canada's top Spring events. With only 180 spaces available we encourage you to apply early to secure your spot at this exceptional show!

Exhibit Rates - Originals Spring

5’ x 10’ aisle $960, corner $1,060
5’ x 15’ aisle $1,440, corner $1,540
5’ x 20’ aisle $1,920, corner $2,020
10’ x 10’ aisle $1,260, corner $1,460
10’ x 15’ aisle $1,890, corner $2,090
10’ x 20’ aisle $2,520, corner $2,720

Butterdome Spring Craft Sale | Friday, May 2 - Sunday, May 4, 2025 

Alberta's favourite for consumers and artisans alike, the Butterdome Spring Craft Sale brings big crowds, even bigger sales, and an unforgettable show experience. A staple in the Edmonton community for decades this event is held in the iconic (and aptly-named) Butterdome building at the University of Alberta - easily accessible via all means of transportation.

Over the course of three days thousands of loyal shoppers descend upon the show eager to spend big and support the Canadian artisans they know and love. With a continued focus and investment into digital and traditional marketing campaigns, we are ensuring Butterdome remains one of Canada's premier fine craft shows. 

Exhibit Rates - Butterdome Spring

10’ x 10’ aisle $860, corner $960, storage $910
10’ x 15’ aisle $1,290, corner $1,390, storage $1,390
10’ x 20’ aisle $1,720, corner $1,820, storage $1,820

Outdoor Show

Beaches Arts & Crafts Show | Saturday, June 14 - Sunday, June 15, 2025 

A Free to attend, fun-for-the-whole-family affair in the heart of one of Toronto’s most beautiful and historic neighbourhoods – what’s not to love? The Beaches Arts & Crafts Show is a two-day outdoor show set in the picturesque Kew Gardens and sandwiched between the beaches of Lake Ontario and lively community of trendy Queen Street East, in Toronto’s affluent Beach neighbourhood. The local foot traffic coupled with visits from our dedicated supporters from all corners of the city, make for a busy weekend in the sun. With only 150 booths available, you won't want to miss your chance to participate in this staple event of the Toronto arts community. Apply now! 

Exhibit Rates - Beaches Arts & Crafts

10’ x 10’ aisle $460, corner $560
10’ x 15’ aisle $690, corner $790
10’ x 20’ aisle $920, corner $1,020

What You Get - Indoor Shows - Originals | Butterdome 
Our exhibit price is an all-inclusive package: Included is 8’ high booth draping (back & sides), electrical power, storage, show promotional literature, show programme listing, overnight security, carpeted aisles, inclusion in our website artisan gallery, pre-show media opportunities, in-show artisan promotions, discounted hotel rates, discounted shipping rates and free material handling when using the official show carrier. Unlike others, with Signatures there are no hidden costs!

What You Get - Outdoor Show - Beaches

The exhibit spaces are marked within the park prior to your arrival. Hydro or booth draping is not required, nor provided. You are required to bring your own pop-up tent or display. Tent rentals are available if needed. Included in your participation is promotional literature, online show directory, inclusion in our website artisan gallery, overnight security, pre-show media opportunities and on-site promotions. 

Application Deadline

We will begin the jurying and acceptance process of our 2025 participants on January 15, 2025.

• Phase 1 of acceptances focuses on processing applications received from returning 2024 exhibitors who took advantage of early-bird registration.
• Phase 2 we will jury, consider, and accept other applications that we have received by February 1, 2025, who do not qualify under Phase 1. Applicants  in this group will be notified of their acceptance status by the end of February.
• After completion of the initial two phases, we will review any applications received after February 1, 2025 and make our selections based upon remaining availability in product categories. You may be placed on the waiting list if your application meets our criteria but we are unable to accommodate you. 

Upon acceptance, participants will be notified of set up details and ongoing show related correspondence via the email address provided in this application.

Online Application Process

Please follow the outlined steps, completing each one in its entirety and then click SUBMIT.  The steps are as follows:

Step 1 - Review and agree to our Criteria, Eligibility, Exclusivity and Terms and Conditions.

Step 2 - Select your shows and product category. Review the available exhibit booth sizes, types and fees.

Step 3 - Select your 1st and 2nd choice of booth size and type that you want to apply for.

Step 4 - List what products you wish to display and sell at the show.

Step 5 - Complete the detailed applicant information section.

Step 6 - Upload the required images and supporting material.

Step 7 - Authorize the processing of the $10 application fee and the $300 deposit should you be accepted and submit your application.. 

Save and Return

You always have the option to start the application process and return at a later time to complete your submission. PLEASE NOTE THAT IMAGE UPLOADS ARE NOT SAVED. When you click the SAVE button, a link will be emailed to you. You may return and complete your application at anytime. Any form that remains incomplete 30 days after the Save function has been utilized, will be deleted.

 

Criteria

Signatures Shows are juried events. The primary basis for acceptance is the excellence of design, quality, uniqueness, originality, and superior craftsmanship of the work to be sold. Acceptance is also based on booth display, product packaging, and product categories within the show. Jewellery may not be sold unless specifically juried and accepted. Gourmet Food and Body Care applicants may be required to submit samples on request. 

Eligibility

You must be the designer and creator of the work to be displayed and sold. Only work produced in Canada by you or under your direct supervision will be considered. Reproduction aids such as moulds used in jewellery or ceramics must be the creation of the applying artisan. Commercially manufactured products, work assembled from commercial kits or materials, or work represented by dealers or agents will not be allowed.

Site Exclusivity

To protect the unique character of our shows, you agree not to have your products available at any markets, craft, handmade, or similar type show, or any handmade feature areas of other types of shows that are larger than 70 exhibitors, excluding shows produced by Signatures, within or on the grounds of the hosting facility of the show you are applying for, 30 days before or during the dates of the show.

Terms and Conditions of Acceptance

Applications must include the non-refundable $10 application fee.

If your application is accepted, the deposit of $300 will be processed using the credit card  entered in this application. Remaining booth payments due will be indicated in your contract. Deferred payment options are available.

You will receive your letter of acceptance and show contract to the email address entered on the application form. Please read these documents carefully. The contract will indicate the booth size and type for which you have been accepted. We attempt to accommodate your original request, but this is not always possible, and an alternative size may be contracted. The products that you are accepted to display, and sell will also be indicated. Only the products that were submitted for jurying and indicated in the show contract will be allowed at the show. You must sign, date, and return the contract by the indicated due date. You must also select one of our payment options as indicated in the contract and include post-dated payments as outlined.

Cancellation of your participation / Withdrawal of your application.

If you are no longer able to participate in a show that you have applied for and we have not issued a contract, you must notify us in writing at applications@signatures.ca so we can remove your application from consideration.

If you can no longer participate in a show and we have issued you a contract, cancellation fees will apply and the $300 deposit amount is non-refundable. If you cancel your participation up to 60 days prior to the first day of the show you will receive a refund of 50% of your total payments made to date not including the non-refundable deposit. If you cancel less than 60 days prior to the first day of the show, there will be no refund of any payments or deposits. Cancellation fees will be applied if you are unable to participate in a show due to the re-introduction of COVID safety protocols. 

All cancellations must be received in writing to applications@signatures.ca 

Your Signature and Declaration of Authenticity

I am the creator and producer of the products that I intend to sell. I understand that digitally signing my name constitutes a legal signature confirming that I acknowledge and agree to all terms and conditions in this Agreement contained herein.