Past Events

Join us at 7:00am for a delicious organic buffet breakfast! Presentations will commence at 7:30 and run until 10:30am, leaving the last half hour to network with fellow participants and industry experts.

Why Attend?

Gain market intelligence on organic trends in the US market, learn about opportunities and expectations for Canadian companies exporting natural & organic products to the USA, network with key Canadian companies and US contacts in the industry, and more! 

Expo West is the largest North American event for organics, featuring more than 1,500 brands, more than 29,000 community members, and a conference curriculum that keeps stakeholders informed on the latest organic news. COTA annually holds its “Business Builders Breakfast” along with the provincial export agencies as a kick-off event for Canadian businesses. 

COTA will be hosting an international buyers at the CHFA trade show to meet with member companies and organic businesses. Buyers will be brought in from key organic trade markets where Canada has organic equivalency arrangements (e.g. the U.S., EU, Japan, Switzerland). Upon confirming all participants and buyers, COTA will match interests and supply to ensure relevant and useful opportunities for your company.  If you are exhibiting at or attending the CHFA East trade show this year and are interested in 1-on-1 meetings with buyers from these areas, you can register your interest by emailing Lisa Kikuchi. 

Come toast this year’s innovative and inspirational organic leaders!

Nestled among the picturesque Granville Island, come celebrate the 4th annual Organic Gala & Leadership Awards with us in Vancouver. It's an excuse to get fancy, mingle with friends new and old, and celebrate the successful advancement of the sector by honouring the leaders who have contributed to its success. Edible will provide a scrumptious 3-course meal and a variety of your favourite organic beverages.