Thursday February 18 – Saturday February 20, 2027
Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel and Suites
600 Hwy 7, Richmond Hill, ON, L4B 1B2
(905) 881- 2121
CONVENTION REGISTRATION RATES & DATES:
Convention registration is now open.
Click here to register for the 2027 OAAS Convention.
Registration will only be accepted online, registrarion is now open.
The early bird rates are: 3-day rate is $205 & 1-day rate is $181, which will be accepted until Monday February 1, 11:59pm. The rate after the early bird date will increase to $256 for the full 3-days & $ 205 for the one-day rate. Registration completed after February 16th will be: $281 for the 3-day rate and $231 for a one day, all fees are subject to HST.
The Ambassador Program is being offered at the 2027 Convention. Over the three days, the Fair Ambassadors will participate in a combination of specific Ambassador programming and regular convention programming. Each Ambassador is REQUIRED to have a chaperone, who is a convention registered delegate. The Ambassador Program fee is $130, which can be completed on the main convention registration page. (click here to register)
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PARTNERSHIP & SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: The OAAS is very grateful for the generous support received in the past and invite partners to renew their support for 2027 and be recognized for their contributions.
The 2027 sponsorship request letter will be posted soon.
In addition or alternatively, there is also an OAAS Convention Hospitality Sponsor, which recognizes your coloured logo on the beverage tickets, provided to all delegates at the OAAS Convention. More information to come.
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GUEST ROOM RESERVATIONS: Room blocks at the Sheraton Parkway Hotel & the
Best Western Parkway Hotel Toronto North, will be Monday October 19th, 9:00am
Online reservation links, will be posted closer to October 19th.
Please remember that one credit card can only book TWO hotel rooms.
No guest room reservation cancellation will be accepted after February 3rd, without the first night charged to the guest.
WAITING LIST: The OAAS strives to assist as many guests as possible to secure a hotel room either at the Sheraton Parkway Hotel or the Best Western. If you were unable to book a room, please sign up on the waiting list and we will work with you, as guest rooms become available.
Please note most rooms become available, approximately 2 weeks before convention, so we encourage you to book alternate reservations, in the meantime, and cancel if needed. Duplicate names on the waiting list are not permitted, please only use the same name once on the waiting list, to avoid confusion.
Click here to be added to the waiting list.
If you have an Ambassador (who is registered for the convention), we will give priority to the Ambassador, on the waiting list. Click here to add your Ambassador to the waiting list. (different link)
EXTRA ROOMS ?? Please notify the OAAS (admin@oaasfairs.com), by February 1st to cancel any extra rooms. Unfortunately after this date, the OAAS cannot support any guest room changes and additional cancelation fees may be charged through the hotel.
ALTERNATE HOTEL: Room blocks are setup at:
Courtyard & Residence Inn Toronto Markham
65-55 Minthorn Blvd. Markham, ON L3T 7Y9
Phone: 905-707-7933 (Group code: OAA)
Rates: $169.00 – $179.00
Last Day to Book : January 18, 2027
Click here for booking link.
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EVENING SHOWCASE APPLICATIONS: There will be an evening showcase on Friday February 19th and on Saturday February 20th at the 2027 OAAS Convention, with a total of approximately 9 showcase opportunities. These are 20 minute performing opportunities. Click here for the application and full details.
The application deadline was October 9th the Evening Entertainment showcase. For more information and application, click here. Within one month of the application, applicants will be notified.
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT SHOWCASE APPLICATIONS: The Family Entertainment Showcase is an opportunity on Friday February 19th from 9am-11:45am to showcase for 20 minutes their talents. The Family Entertainment Showcase acts are geared towards family and children audiences. The Family Entertainment Showcase takes place in the Grand York Ballroom, on the Main Level, on the main stage.
The application deadline was October 9th the Family Entertainment showcase.
There are limited spaces still available, please contact OAAS for more info. (convention@oaasfairs.com)
Family Entertainment Showcase fee is $125 + HST, for each application. In addition to the Family Entertainment Showcase application fee, each showcase application must accompany a paid OAAS Service Provider fee and be received by the OAAS Convention Administrator or before the deadline. If not selected, the showcase fee is refunded.
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CONVENTION TRADESHOW is always a sold out venue at the convention, taking place on Friday February 19th, from 9am-4pm.
The fee for exhibit space is $625 + HST, in addition to the OAAS Service Provider annual fee for 2027. The booth size is 10ft x 8ft, and the fee includes: drapery, table, 2 chairs, hydro and 2 lunch tickets.
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OAAS SERVICE PROVIDERS provide good and services to the agricultural societies. Payment of an annual fee is required to participate at the convention as a tradeshow vendor, showcase performer or to network with delegates on the convention floor. For more details regarding becoming an OAAS Service Provider click here.
Service membership annual fee is $200 + HST ($26) = $226.
A 2027 OAAS Service membership provides 2 complimentary registrations to the OAAS Convention. (does not include tradeshow booth or showcase performance, additional fees apply)
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WORKSHOPS AND SEMINAR OVERVIEW: Three days of workshops and seminars are offered, only the pre-convention workshops require pre-registered. A preliminary list of workshops will be available in late 2026.
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VOLUNTEERING AT THE CONVENTION: As you know there are many components to planning an event. If you are offering a few hours of your time at the Convention, please complete the volunteer sign up form, by February 1st.