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Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC — North & South Buildings)

Flagship Canadian convention center hosting PDAC Mining, Collision / Canadian tech summits, RC Show Hospitality, and SIAL Canada.

Avg. Drayage: ~$178 / CWT (100 lbs) • 500W Power: ~$225 • Space: 700,000 sq. ft.GROUNDED TELEMETRY
UNION & BUILDING TELEMETRYModerate Union
LABOR JURISDICTIONIATSE Local 58 & LiUNA Local 506
CEILING CLEARANCENorth & South Exhibit Halls: 26–34 ft clear height
DRAYAGE ESTIMATE~$178 per 100 lbs (CWT)
VENUE ADDRESS255 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2W6
EXHIBITOR DIY SETUP & MARSHALING RULES

Union Jurisdiction & Dock Rules at Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC)

  • DIY Exhibitor Setup Rule: Full-time company staff may assemble 10x10 and 10x20 pop-up or modular displays without power tools; cross-border ATA Carnet / commercial invoice clearance required for US shipments.
  • Marshaling Yard & Dock Protocol: North Building (Front St) and South Building (Bremner Blvd) truck docks require pre-scheduled marshaling yard time slots via GES Canada or Freeman.
  • Ceiling Height & Hanging Sign Limits: North & South Exhibit Halls: 26–34 ft clear height
SLASH DRAYAGE WITH TOOL-FREE DISPLAYS

Lightweight Purchased Displays & Turnkey Rentals

Avoid $1,500+ union drayage bills at Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) with tool-free purchased displays (yours to keep) or turnkey rental booths:

Frequently Asked Questions — Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC)Show 3 FAQs ▾
Can I set up my own 10x10 or 10x20 trade show booth at Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC)?

Full-time company staff may assemble 10x10 and 10x20 pop-up or modular displays without power tools; cross-border ATA Carnet / commercial invoice clearance required for US shipments. Primary labor jurisdiction at Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) is IATSE Local 58 & LiUNA Local 506 (Moderate Union). For larger 20x20 island builds or hands-free installation, NXT Stage provides full union-compliant turnkey Installation & Dismantle (I&D) crews.

How much does drayage (material handling) cost at Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC)?

Average material handling (drayage) at Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) is ~$178 per CWT (100 lbs), and a standard 500W electrical drop averages ~$225. Switching from heavy legacy wood crates (1,200+ lbs) to NXT Stage lightweight SIP/aluminum rental booths (100–280 lbs) or purchased SEG lightboxes (14–56 lbs) typically saves $900–$2,100 in venue drayage fees.

Where is the marshaling yard and what are the ceiling height limits at Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC)?

North Building (Front St) and South Building (Bremner Blvd) truck docks require pre-scheduled marshaling yard time slots via GES Canada or Freeman. Ceiling height clearances: North & South Exhibit Halls: 26–34 ft clear height. Official venue address: 255 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2W6.