Canada–Africa Trade Show & Business Summit | Nigeria 2026 — Canada-Africa & Nigeria Business Event by CAIBCC
About the Event
Unlock New Markets. Build Global Partnerships. Drive International Growth.
The Canada–Africa Trade Show & Business Summit 2026 is a premier international business platform bringing together Canadian and African business leaders, investors, government representatives, entrepreneurs, chambers of commerce, exporters, importers, and innovators under one roof.
Hosted in Lagos, Nigeria—the commercial gateway to West Africa—this summit creates unparalleled opportunities for businesses seeking expansion, investment, market access, strategic partnerships, and international growth.
Event Details & Objectives
A Gateway to Canada–Africa Business Opportunities
The Canada–Africa Trade Show & Business Summit 2026 serves as a strategic platform designed to strengthen economic cooperation between Canada and Africa.
Through exhibitions, keynote presentations, networking sessions, investor meetings, and business matchmaking programs, the summit helps organizations identify new business opportunities and create sustainable international partnerships.
Summit Objectives
Promote bilateral trade and investment
Support market entry and business expansion
Facilitate B2B matchmaking opportunities
Encourage SME internationalization
Strengthen innovation and technology exchange
Create long-term commercial partnerships
Enhance investor engagement and collaboration
Promote bilateral trade and investment
Support market entry and business expansion
Facilitate B2B matchmaking opportunities
Encourage SME internationalization
Strengthen innovation and technology exchange
Create long-term commercial partnerships
Enhance investor engagement and collaboration
WHY LAGOS, NIGERIA?
Africa's Business Capital
Nigeria is Africa's largest economy and one of the continent's most influential business destinations.
Strategic Advantages
Gateway to over 400 million ECOWAS consumers
Population exceeding 220 million people
Africa's leading fintech ecosystem
Major hub for trade, logistics, technology, and investment
Rapidly growing consumer and industrial markets
Strong Canada–Africa trade engagement
Gateway to over 400 million ECOWAS consumers
Population exceeding 220 million people
Africa's leading fintech ecosystem
Major hub for trade, logistics, technology, and investment
Rapidly growing consumer and industrial markets
Strong Canada–Africa trade engagement
Africa's Growing Opportunity
Estimated $3 trillion consumer market by 2050
30% of global critical mineral reserves
60% of global solar energy potential
Growing digital economy and infrastructure investments
Expanding international trade agreements
Estimated $3 trillion consumer market by 2050
30% of global critical mineral reserves
60% of global solar energy potential
Growing digital economy and infrastructure investments
Expanding international trade agreements
Event Highlights
International Trade Exhibition
Showcase products, services, technologies, and innovations to an international audience.
B2B Matchmaking
Meet qualified business partners, distributors, investors, and buyers through curated networking sessions.
Keynote Sessions
Gain insights from government officials, industry leaders, and international trade experts.
Panel Discussions
Explore emerging opportunities across trade, investment, technology, education, and innovation sectors.
Investor Engagement
Connect with investors, venture partners, and financial institutions.
Gala Dinner
Celebrate partnerships, achievements, and international collaboration opportunities.
Why Attend?
- Nigeria is Africa's largest economy — gateway to 400M+ ECOWAS consumers
- Canada's merchandise imports from Africa surged 109% between 2019–2024
- 40 African countries enjoy duty-free access to the Canadian market via LDCT
- Lagos is Africa's leading tech hub and most active fintech market
- Africa holds 30% of the world's critical minerals and 60% of its solar energy potential
- Direct curated B2B matchmaking with verified Canadian and African partners
- Canada maintains 53 trade commissioners across 20 offices in Africa
Who Should Attend
Industry Focus Sectors
Program Schedule
Registration & Welcome
Opening Ceremony
Canada–Africa Trade & Investment Keynote
Networking Lunch
Exhibition Opening
B2B Matchmaking Sessions
Trade Opportunities Panel Discussion
Exhibition & Networking
Day 1 Closing
Participation Packages
Delegate Packages
Standard Delegate (Individual)
Early bird rate — limited time
- Full session access
- Exhibition access
- Networking opportunities
- Lunch (2 days)
- Shared accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Delegate goodies
Premium Delegate (Individual)
Early bird rate — limited time
- Priority session access
- Executive networking
- Curated B2B matchmaking
- Gala Dinner
- Visa sponsorship support
- Shared accommodation
- Breakfast (2 days)
- Lunch (2 days)
- Airport transfers
- Delegate goodies
Exhibitor Packages
Standard Booth
Early bird rate — limited time
- Standard exhibition booth
- Event branding opportunities
- 2 delegate passes
- Networking access
- B2B matchmaking participation
- Company listing in event directory
- Access to all sessions
- Lunch (2 days)
- Delegate goodies
- Shared hotel accommodation
- Airport transfers
Premium Booth
Early bird rate — limited time
- Premium booth location
- Enhanced brand visibility
- Priority registration
- Curated B2B matchmaking
- Speaking opportunity consideration
- Featured directory listing
- Promotional spotlight
- Visa sponsorship support
- Shared hotel accommodation
- Breakfast (2 days)
- Lunch (2 days)
- Gala Dinner
- Airport transfers
- Delegate goodies
Corporate Sponsorship Tiers
Presenting Sponsor
- Exclusive title sponsorship
- Prime keynote speaking opportunity
- Largest premium exhibition space
- VIP networking access
- Maximum branding visibility
- Media exposure
- Delegate database access
- Premium delegate passes
- Visa support
- Accommodation & transfers
- Gala Dinner access
Platinum Sponsor
- Panel speaking opportunity
- Premium exhibition booth
- Priority executive networking
- High-level brand visibility
- Media exposure
- Delegate database access
- Complimentary delegate passes
- Visa support
- Accommodation & transfers
Gold Sponsor
- Speaking opportunity consideration
- Exhibition booth
- Networking access
- Event branding
- Website logo placement
- Media visibility
- Delegate passes
- Visa support
- Accommodation & transfers
Coffee Break Sponsor
- Website recognition
- Brand visibility
- Networking access
- Event acknowledgements
- Partner communications exposure
Badge & Lanyard Sponsor
- Website recognition
- Brand visibility
- Networking access
- Event acknowledgements
- Partner communications exposure
Registration Desk Sponsor
- Website recognition
- Brand visibility
- Networking access
- Event acknowledgements
- Partner communications exposure
Lunch Sponsor
- Website recognition
- Brand visibility
- Networking access
- Event acknowledgements
- Partner communications exposure
Delegate Goodies Sponsor
- Website recognition
- Brand visibility
- Networking access
- Event acknowledgements
- Partner communications exposure
Gala Dinner Sponsor
- Website recognition
- Brand visibility
- Networking access
- Event acknowledgements
- Partner communications exposure
Event Details
Date
August 4 – 5, 2026
Time
09:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Location
Lagos, Nigeria
Venue
Lagos Marriott Hotel, Ikeja
Organizer
Canada Africa International Business Chamber of Commerce
Presented By
Kingmansa Solutions Inc.Powered By
Global Conference Alliance Inc.Contact & Links
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