Get ready, Peace River and surrounding communities for this year’s Northern Connections Expo being hosted May 1-2 at the Baytex Energy Centre.
“It 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,” says Peace River and District Chamber of Commerce manager Reilly Bassendowski.
“People should come out to not only see the businesses that are showcased but to take in some of the fun events and features we have available this year.”
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.
“There are about 90 booths this year,” says Bassendowski. “We are 60 per cent sold out. We have some food trucks lined up, and the Tipso Burro will be stopping by for a visit.”
Bassendowski says there will be a little bit for the whole family to enjoy, so she urges everyone to go out to experience the Northern Connections Expo.
“We expect to have a great mix of exhibitors this year that includes a little bit of everything,” says Bassendowski.
“We usually have non-profits, sports and rec, financial, automative, and construction, just to name a few.”
For more information, she says to check out the Chamber’s website at peaceriverchamber.com. To register a booth visit peaceriverchamber.com/2026-northerrn-connections-expo/.
“Two days is a good amount of time to allow a lot of people to attend while also allowing exhibitors ample opportunity to showcase what they can offer to the community,” Bassendowski explains.
“Admission is free for 10 and under, 11 and over is $2.”
Emily Plihal
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter