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Trade events

Major international trade-related events across Alberta that spotlight our diverse industries and global market opportunities to the world.

Overview

Alberta hosts many industry and trade-related events across the province. The events offer valuable opportunities for international visitors to:

  • discover what our province offers the world
  • explore innovative products and technologies
  • engage directly with Alberta companies and government

Featured events

Below are major upcoming events where the Government of Alberta welcomes and engages with international delegations, facilitates connections between global buyers and Alberta suppliers and promotes the province’s strengths in key sectors.

  • AfriCanada Expo – October 2025

    Edmonton, October 17 to 19, 2025

    A global trade and investment platform that brings together African and Canadian businesses, diaspora professionals, investors and policy leaders to explore opportunities for multilateral growth and market access.

  • Innovation Week – November 2025

    Calgary, November 3 to 6, 2025

    A multi-day celebration of technology, startups and innovation featuring panels, showcases and networking events that attract entrepreneurs, investors and tech professionals exploring Alberta’s digital economy and ICT sector.

  • Canadian Hydrogen Convention – April 2026

    Edmonton, April 21 to 22, 2026

    Canada’s largest hydrogen-focused event, spotlighting advancements in production, storage and distribution. It connects energy leaders, innovators and investors exploring hydrogen’s role in the global energy transition and Alberta’s clean tech future.

  • Upper Bound – May 2026

    Edmonton, May 19 to 22, 2026

    Canada’s leading artificial intelligence conference brings together global AI experts, researchers and industry leaders to explore cutting-edge applications, investment opportunities and Alberta’s role in shaping the future of AI.

    • Learn more and register at: Amii
  • Global Energy Show – June 2026

    Calgary, June 9 to 11, 2026

    North America’s premier energy event and the largest business-to-business (B2B) exhibition and conference in the energy industry.

  • Calgary Stampede – July 2026

    Calgary, July 3 to 12, 2026

    The World’s Largest Outdoor Rodeo attracts millions of visitors each year. Investors come to experience the event, meet with industry, and explore potential investment and trade opportunities.

Contact

International delegations and exporting Alberta companies

Learn about opportunities to connect with the Government of Alberta at these events.
Email: [email protected]

General event information

For details about individual events, such as programming, registration and logistics, contact the event organizers directly through their official websites.

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