The following resources will help you with all pre-event tasks including parking, AV, electrical, lights, Wi-Fi and furniture. 

Parking Information

• Parking is free on set-up day – October 21, 2025
• Parking must be purchased for event day – October 22, 2025 

For set up on October 21st with purchased parking in advance for October 22nd, pick up your parking pass on the 21st at the Enercare booth (inside Hall A) for use on the 22nd . 

For set up on October 22nd with purchased parking in advance, you MUST collect your pass from the Enercare Booth before entering the parking lot. 

How To Order Parking, AV & Cleaning Services: 
Visit Exhibition Place website through the following link: https://www.explace.on.ca  

1. Click on: “Exhibitor Info”
2. Scroll down and click on: “Order Services for Enercare Centre, Better Living Centre, Queen Elizabeth Building or Exterior Spaces”
3. Find the Dreamer Day listing on the events calendar
4. Click the button: “Go to Store” 
5. Sign in if you have a previous account, press “sign up” if you need to create a new account
6. Once logged in, follow the prompts to purchase parking, AV and/or cleaning services 

For any extra assistance, please contact [email protected] 

How To Order Lighting & Electrical
Lighting and electrical equipment must be ordered from Showtech. Showtech covers any and all electrical needs, including electrical outlets.   

SHOWTECH has a three-tier pricing structure for exhibitors: 

THREE-TIER PRICING

• Advance: Discount pricing available until 3 weeks before move-in.
• Standard: Applies from the end of the advance period up until move-in. 
• On-site: Available when move-in begins. 

For example, here’s the 2025 pricing for a basic power outlet:

• Advance: $230.00
•  Standard: $330.00
• On-site: $396.00 

 1. Head to the Showtech website through the following link:  

https://e.showtechordering.com/ST-00070163 

2. Click “Log In” at the top if you already have an account, or press “Create Account” if you do not currently have one. From there, you’ll be able to order all your electrical needs.  

Should you require any assistance, please email [email protected]  

Ordering Furniture & Décor
Stronco has all your furniture, carpeting and décor needs! Any additional chairs or tables MUST be ordered from Stronco as well. Please reference Andrea’s “Dreamer Day Set-Up – Let’s Get Excited!” email to review how many tables and chairs will be included at your booth. 

1. Head to the Stronco website through the following link: https://www.stroncoonline.com/index.cfm  

 2.  Please log in or click on “Create an Account” to sign up 

• The show code is 528286168
• You can input 0 as your booth number until you receive it via email, as you will be able to complete your order without having your final booth number
• Once we provide you with your booth number, you can log back into the portal and update it 

If you need any additional help, feel free to reach out to [email protected]  

Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is complimentary at the Enercare Centre.  

Set-Up Times 

• Each exhibitor will have their own designated set-up time slot in order to ease the flow of load-in traffic.  
• Please refer to Andrea’s “Dreamer Day Set-Up – Let’s Get Excited!” email to review your set-up time. If it does not work for your schedule, please reach out to her as soon as possible.   

Load-In Procedure  

• All exhibitor vehicles must first attend the Marshalling Yard located in Parking Lot 853.
• If you DO NOT require a loading dock, please park in the northern portion of the parking lot. You may unload your equipment onto rolling dollies or hand carry your materials into the venue through the west docks using Ramp #40 which will bring you directly into Exhibit Hall A.  

*Please be aware that dollies are shared amongst exhibitors. If you are unable to locate one immediately, kindly note that others may be using them. You will have access to a dolly as soon as one becomes available.

• If you REQUIRE a loading dock, park in the southern portion of the parking lot and wait for a free space in the docks. 
• A security guard will issue you a pass when space is available.
• Follow the instructions provided by security staff for vehicle queuing.  
• Available space for loading is on a first in first out basis and based on your arrival time and the type of vehicle you are utilizing.  
• Some vehicles may jump forward in the queue due to mandatory logistical considerations specific to the event (if it serves the best interest of the overall loading program).  
• Security staff will issue you a marshalling pass for the west loading docks which must be shown for access into the docks or ground level off-loading. This pass will contain blank information fields to complete which requires your booth number and driver phone number.   

Here is a map of Hall A and the West Loading Docks for reference:

Exhibitor Check-in

• Head straight through the entrance in Hall A, where our staff will welcome you and help you to your booth.
• If you don’t see a staff member, they may be busy helping other exhibitors. In that case, you can make your way to your booth by searching for your company name and start to set up your display.
• A staff member will be around to check you in once they become available.  

Floorplan:

This section covers what you can expect on the day of Dreamer Day 2025. 

Parking on Event Day 

• Standard parking rates are approximately $18.00 per vehicle. Exhibition Place provides discounted parking rates through their Exhibitor Services Ordering Portal (mentioned above). 

• The venue has underground parking underneath the Enercare Centre in Lot 850, which is accessible from either side of the Enercare Centre.  

• Space permitting, park in the Red Zone which is located closest to Exhibit Hall A.  

• Additional surface level parking lots are located around the perimeter of the venue. 

* Passes MUST be picked up at the Enercare booth (inside Hall A) prior to parking.  

Event Outline 

*Please note that while the event runs from 9:00AM-2:00PM, your display should be up and ready to go by 8:30am for final walk through by Build a Dream staff.  

Here’s what you can expect from Dreamer Day 2025: 

• In the morning, students and teachers will head straight to the main stage for a warm welcome and a few opening instructions.  

• After that, the day is theirs to explore! They will make their way around the exhibitor trade show floor, where 50+ fantastic exhibitors, like you, will be ready to engage in meaningful conversations and interactive activities, helping students to discover a variety of exciting career paths.  

• There will also be various live demonstrations on the main stage throughout the day, as well as panel discussions from trailblazers in various fields in our breakout room.  

• We will have a roaming host moving around the trade show floor, streaming exhibitors’ interactive activities live on the big screens so that everyone can catch the excitement in real time. 

When you’re not engaging with guests on the trade show floor, feel free to take a break and enjoy some refreshments in our exhibitor lounge, conveniently located just off the main floor.  

Student Passports 

• When students enter the event, they are greeted by volunteers, who will provide them with a swag bag and a Dreamer Day passport.  

• This passport is a guide for students to use during the event in order for them to get the most out of their experience. 

• The passport includes pages that highlight key elements of the event and a Student Card with activities to anchor their learning and engagement (and a chance to win an exciting prize). 

• On their Student Card pages, students are given tasks that they must complete in order to earn a stamp from you (during set-up, you will be provided with said stamp at your exhibitor booth table). 

•  Once students complete the entire Student Card, they will be able to enter a draw for a chance to win an iPad. 

• The passport is not only a fun way for students to engage with the event, but also a valuable tool to help spark meaningful conversations and connections with industry professionals like you. It’s a win-win! 

Exhibitor Badges 

• Your exhibitor pass provides you with access to the event and the exhibitor lounge, where you will find a light meal and refreshments.  

• Your passes will be placed on your table at check-in, so please be sure to wear them to ensure you’re easily recognized as an exhibitor. Please refer to Andrea’s “Dreamer Day Set-Up – Let’s Get Excited!” email to review your number of allocated exhibitor passes.

• To purchase any extra exhibitor passes for $75 each, please email Andrea at [email protected].  

Exhibitor Welcome Letter 

During check-in, you will also see an exhibitor welcome letter on the table at your booth. This letter serves as a quick reminder of the key information shared on this website, along with a few additional details and a QR code linking to our exhibitor survey to provide your feedback after the event. 

Experiential vs. Interactive Activities at Your Booth 

Believe it or not, the activities you choose for your booth play a big role in shaping the kind of learning experience students will have when they visit!  

We encourage you to review our Exhibitor Booth Toolkit to help you identify and plan the type of learning your booth can offer: https://tinyurl.com/3yaea6ss  

If you need any help planning an interactive or experiential learning activity at your booth, please contact Katherine, our Education Lead, at [email protected] 

Here is what you can expect once the event has concluded: 

Exhibitor Check-Out 

• Please wait to pack up until the event officially concludes. Tear-down will begin promptly at 2:00 PM, and you have until 5:00 PM to complete your breakdown. 

• Feel free to use the bay doors or the front doors of the Enercare Centre as you pack up and exit the venue with your materials.  

Exhibitor Feedback 

Your feedback is extremely important to us.  

• There will be a QR code on your exhibitor welcome letter for you to provide your insights on your experience as an exhibitor at Dreamer Day. 

• Please take a moment to provide us with your feedback so that we can continue to improve and refine Dreamer Day for students, teachers, and our valued exhibitors.   

Frequently Asked Questions 

Q: How many attendees can we expect? 

A: There will be around 3,000 guests at Dreamer Day, including students, educators and industry professionals. 

Q: What grades are the students in? 

A: Our student attendees range from grades 7-12, with the majority being in high school (grades 9-12). 

Q: Can I host a giveaway at my booth? 

A: Absolutely! We encourage both interactive and experiential learning activities at all booths. Please note, you must manage the results of the giveaway yourself.  

If you have any questions about the information on this page, please contact Andrea at [email protected].  

Thanks again for your support and participation in Dreamer Day 2025. We can’t wait to see you there!