Newsletter September 2009
Newsletter September 2009
2010-01-04 15:12:16
The City and Suburb HomeShow, a major event in Montreal for new home buyers and renovators!ExpoPromotion inc. is preparing the 2nd edition of the City and Suburb HomeShow to be held from January 28 to 31, 2010 at the Olympic Stadium. The Show caters to the market of new home buyers and renovators in the Greater Montreal. Attendees get the chance to meet the best home builders, real estate developments, manufacturers and key industry suppliers for the construction and renovation markets in the Greater Montreal area.
Nearly one third of the exhibiting companies are home builders, another third includes real estate developments and land sale and the remaining third are companies that provide products and specialized services including architecture, project management, manufacturers of materials, energy, etc..
More than 50,000 visitors are expected at this 2nd edition. Targeted visitors are young families seeking a first home, professionals looking for a home suited to their needs and baby boomers looking to downscale to a smaller home or condo, etc..
The organizers aim to increase the number of exhibitors to 300 in 2010, including approximately 80 home builders and real estate developers. The event also includes an important section dedicated to the renovation of homes with hundreds of companies specializing in doors and windows, shuttering and drainage, fireplaces, heating systems, roofs and roof trusses, insulation and soundproofing, air conditioning, ventilation, heat exchangers, sunrooms, porches and patios, hardware, plumbing and accessories for bathrooms, kitchen cabinets, flooring, mouldings, framing and finishing materials, masonry, bricks, stones and pavers, etc...
ByTheOwner.com presents the City and Suburb HomeShow
Presenter of the Cottage and Country Homes Show for three years, ByTheOwner.com now joins The City and Suburb HomeShow as a sponsor and presenter of the event. ExpoPromotion Inc., show management, is proud of its association with the largest For-Sale-By-Owner Network in Canada. "ByTheOwner.com and the City & Suburb Home Show are pursuing a common goal: facilitating the contact between new home buyers and sellers", said Nicolas Bouchard, founder of the real estate company. According to him, this is the reason why the association between the two organizations was made so naturally.
About ByTheOwner.comByTheOwner.com provides a complete real estate service through the Internet so customers can sell, buy or rent a property privately, without an agent and with no commission fee. Since its creation in 1997, more than 70,000 Canadians have sold their home with the help of his network, which receives an average of 2.2 million visits every month. ByTheOwner embodies the revival in the current real estate market by offering useful marketing tools, great exposure and professional support to owners who want to sell their home with no commission. To learn more about ByTheOwner.com visit www.ByTheOwner.com
The exhibitors of the first City and Suburb HomeShow are back in 2010.Several companies that attended the first City and Suburb HomeShow have made very good business. For example, Voyer & Tremblay has sold several houses to visitors met at the Olympic Stadium. Satisfied with the benefits of the show it has renewed its partnership for 2010 as an official sponsor. Other exhibiting companies like Samcon and Groupe Cholette will also remain for the next edition of the Show. Therefore, over 15 000 units for sale will once again be available for attendees to survey and choose from.
About VOYER & TREMBLAY
Voyer & Tremblay is a specialized, dynamic company that has worked in the construction field since 1981. Its head office is located at 2020 Michelin Street in Laval.
Voyer & Tremblay has 25 years of accomplishment and more than 3,000 housing units to its credit. Our mission is to successfully complete the turnkey construction of medium- and high-end residences, cottages, condominiums, houses and apartments on Montreal's North Shore.
Living in a Voyer & Tremblay home means not only comfort, but peace of mind based on a number of factors: • Carefully designed site location • Top-notch construction materials and processes • Sophisticated equipment and a never-ending quest for more modern materials • Superior-quality finishes • Unparalleled after-sales service aimed at total client satisfaction (this commitment resulting in many word-of-mouth referrals) • Prestigious ISO 9001 certification, a very rare distinction! www.voyertremblay.com
About Groupe Cholette
Buying a house is the biggest investment of your life. But whether you're looking for a condo, a semi-detached home, a townhouse or a single family residence, Groupe Cholette has just the right property for you. With housing projects in the Laurentians, on the North Shore, in Laval, Montreal and on the South Shore, Groupe Cholette can offer a variety of high quality homes to meet your expectations and suit your budget! Founded over 15 years ago, Groupe Cholette is a company you can rely on, and has completed more than 4,000 projects. www.groupecholette.ca
About Samcon
Samcon has been in the business of building condos since 1991. Samcon is proud to present several new condo developments in a variety of neighbourhoods in the Greater Montreal area. Based on the customer’s various needs and budget, Samcon makes home ownership a possibility for residents of Montreal. Samcon offers unparalleled customer and after-sales service as well as a selection of distinctive finishes – just ask their professionals when you visit the Samcon Design Centre, the only one of its kind in Montreal. The 12 easy steps involved in buying a Samcon condo will no doubt ensure consummate peace of mind. Become the owner of a new Samcon condo in Montreal right away – it’s easier than you think! www.samcon.ca
An economic success
Business was good for exhibitors at the Show and there were major commercial spinoffs. In the opinion of the majority of exhibitors, the organizers came through with flying colours. Everyone had nothing but praise for the quality of the event and the commercial potential of the clientele in attendance. A large number of exhibitors will be back again in 2010 and many were happy to share their enthusiasm (read what they had to say below).
The success of the event extended to the website www.salonhabitat.ca, which has welcomed more than 30 000 visitors since it was launched mid-February. The website includes a listing of all the exhibitors with a complete description of their products and services, a hyperlink to their websites, a directory of some 100 constructors and real-estate developers who were on display at the Show, details on the real-scale homes that were on display and much more.
Visitors' profile
A survey held at the City & Suburb HomeShow has provided a profile of the Customers in attendance. You will find in the following table of data on age, income, origin, budget for purchase and visitors’ status to the City and Suburb HomeShow 2009. Target Customers for the 2010 Show: Young families (first-time buyers), Professionals, Baby-boomers (retired or semi-retired). Attendance Goals: Visitors: 50,000, Exhibitors: 300
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YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO STAND OUT Residential projects section (sales offices)
Introduce your projects and construction services where customers are. A chance to meet thousands of buyers in just 4 days!
Demo homes section (real houses to visit)You can become the star of the Show by building a real-scale house inside the Olympic Stadium. This would make you the highlight of our massive $500,000 promotional campaign.
Renovation and decoration section (deco showcases)Stand out from the competition and turn your booth into a showroom, with plenty of visibility in our media campaign.
Special attractions sectionThe Show is an opportunity to display your creativity and originality. Present your products and services in a way that visitors won’t soon forget ! Every idea is considered. Give us a call today.
HERE'S WHAT EXHIBITORS HAD TO SAY:
"We are very pleased with the Show. Through this event, we have more than thirty very serious potential clients. It’s very encouraging!" Réjean Roy, Habitation Réjean Roy
“We believe that this is what will make a difference in the growth of our company.’’ Steve Ouellette, president of Construction Multi Design
“We have an exceptional number of potential customers for residential construction orders as well as major joint projects across Quebec.“ Griselde DelaHaye, communications director at Adcom
"Finally a platform that highlights the leading builders and real-estate promoters. The City & Suburb HomeShow was a real success for us and an opportunity to make many sales. Congratulations to the ExpoPromotion team!" Jean-Francois Brunet, sales & marketing director, Construction Voyer et Tremblay
“At last a specialized real-estate show in Montreal! We are very satisfied with our participation in the City & Suburb HomeShow and plan to exhibit again in 2010.” Gaël Lupien, marketing coordinator at Samcon
WHY PARTICIPATE IN THE SHOW?
According to CEIR* surveys, trade shows are the most effective way to communicate with your clientele. Trade shows are 56% less expensive than any other form of marketing. Ninety per cent of consumers consider trade shows to be their main source of information for making purchasing decisions.
*CEIR, Centre for Exhibition Industry Research no. PE11 a nd no. Sm17, 1999
HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SHOW? Do you qualify?Only companies providing products or services directly related to the construction and renovation industry, decoration and specialized services are allowed to participate.
Where?Olympic Stadium 300,000 square feet of exhibition space
When?January 28-31, 2010 Thursday, January 28 : 12:00 - 6:00 Friday, January 29: 10:00 - 8:00 Saturday, January 30: 10:00 – 9:00 Sunday, January 31: 10:00 – 5:00 Exhibition space rates (space only) $20.95/sq.ft. ($2,095 for 10’ x 10’)
Turnkey booth set-upAdd $6.50 per sq.ft. (carpet, hard walls, electricity, counter, stools, lighting and ID sign)
SponsorshipsVarious packages are available for partnerships. For further information on the City & Suburb HomeShow, advertising rates or sponsorship opportunities, please contact us today.
Reservations and informationT. 514 286-1522 www.countryhomeshow.com F. 514 286-1722 www.salonhabitat.ca info@expopromotion.ca Fill out the following rental form and return it by fax to (514) 286-1722. The Cottage & Country Homes Show City & Suburb HomeShow
