KBIS Producer Emerald Acquires Kitchen & Bath Canada Expo
Emerald Holding, Inc., producer of North America’s leading kitchen and bath trade event Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) and owner of Kitchen & Bath Business magazine, has acquired the Kitchen & Bath Canada (KBC) Expo from ExpoHut. Originally scheduled to return to Toronto Congress Centre, November 5-6, 2025, the reimagined KBC will now take place in 2026, allowing the new ownership team to deliver an elevated, high-calibre experience for all attendees, exhibitors and partners.
The decision was made to ensure the inaugural event under new leadership aligns with their bold vision for the event. The new team is committed to creating a must-attend platform that sets a new standard for quality and value within the industry, and is actively finalizing venues and dates for 2026 and looks forward to sharing updates soon.
Brian Pagel, EVP of Emerald, stated, “We have received significant interest and support from the market for this event. However, scheduling conflicts have made it challenging to secure the desired lineup for 2025. This strategic pause will allow us to deliver on our commitment to presenting a world-class showcase that meets the high expectations of the industry and reflects the expo’s revitalized brand.”
Pagel continued, “We’re thrilled to bring the strength of the KBIS platform to Canada through the acquisition of KBC.” The demand for a nationally focused, high-quality kitchen and bath experience in Canada is undeniable. In partnership with NKBA, we’re creating a powerful new opportunity for Canadian professionals to connect, learn and grow – right here at home.”
KBC Expo Canada signals a dynamic new chapter for the Canadian design and construction industry. In partnership with the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), Emerald is bringing a premier, in-country destination to Canadian architects, designers, builders, and remodelers, delivering high-impact education, breakthrough product discovery, and meaningful networking opportunities tailored to the unique needs of this market. This relaunch brings world-class experiences closer to home, making it easier than ever for Canadian professionals to connect with leading brands and industry insights.
The revitalized KBC Expo will bring the best of KBIS to Canada and will feature curated programming in partnership with NKBA, specifically designed to support and elevate the Canadian kitchen and bath design community. By focusing on the 2026 timeline, Kitchen + Bath Canada Expo aims to launch with the strength and momentum required to establish itself as a premier destination for innovation, networking and industry leadership.
“We’re proud to partner with Emerald to take KBC to the next level. Emerald’s deep expertise in event production combined with the power of NKBA is the perfect combination to bring world-class quality to the Canadian market”, said Bill Darcy, Global President & CEO of NKBA | KBIS. “We have more than 50,000 members across North America focused on all segments of the kitchen and bath industry, and we are excited to support this event for our Canadian members.”
Sister show KBIS is owned by the NKBA, produced by Emerald, and its official publication is Kitchen & Bath Business magazine.
