Peace River and surrounding communities are gearing up to welcome the Northern Connections Expo this weekend to the Baytex Energy Centre.
The Northern Connections Expo will be held May 1 from 4-9 p.m. and May 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
“We have almost 70 exhibitors setting up booths,” says Peace River and District Chamber of Commerce manager Reilly Bassendowski.
“Some new businesses both to the Expo and the community, some home-based businesses, community groups and organizations, as well as some familiar faces that are regular exhibitors. Lots of different businesses and organizations to get to know or take the time to catch up with.”
Bassendowski says there will be a little bit for the entire family with draws, raffles, prizes being handed out during the Expo.
“We will have food trucks on site including Dutch Wharf Fish and Chips, Coco’s Smokeshack, Bill’s Grill, Lemonology and if the weather co-operates, Billies Cones. Tim Hortons will also be onsite if you want to grab a coffee while you check out the Expo.”
Bassendowski adds Peace Playland will have some fun toys and activities for the children.
“Stop by to enter to win a workstation, donated by Canadian Tire, just in time to start some spring cleaning,” she says.
“The Expo is a good way to showcase what our community and region has to offer while allowing an opportunity for businesses to connect with their customers and other business owners,” she adds.
The organizational team urges people to attend to see the businesses that are showcased and to take in some of the fun events and features on site.
“We have a great mix of exhibitors this year that includes a little bit of everything,” says Bassendowski.
“We will have non-profits, sports and rec, financial, automative, and construction, just to name a few.”
Bassendowski hopes people will attend the Northern Connections Expo. For more information, she says to check out the chamber’s website at peaceriverchamber.com.
Admission is free for 10 and under, 11+ is $2.
Emily Plihal
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